Eileen “Ilene” Lorna Bigalke

1954 - 2023

1954 - 2023

Ilene passed away peacefully on January 26, 2023 in Victoria, BC. She was born on November 4, 1954 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Ilene was predeceased by her father Arthur Luining in 1994. She is survived by her mother Lucille (Sue) Luining and her loving husband Robert. She also leaves her sister Ruth (Doug), her brother Art (Marlene), her brother-in-law John (Betty) and her much loved dog Sophie. Ilene also leaves her nephews, Chad, Mark (Sherry), Kevin (Darcie) and her niece Danielle. Great nephews and a great niece. Many other friends and relative across Canada, England and New Zealand.

Rob and Ilene married in 1991 and lived and worked in Victoria together for 34 years. Ilene retired after 32 years in public service on 2009.

A Celebration of Ilene’s life was held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Victoria Human Society, 4217 Glanford Ave, Victoria, BC V8Z 4B9.  Condolences may be offered to the family below. To view service click on arrow below,

McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com

35 Responses

  1. Rob and family,
    Don and I are so sad to hear of Ilene’s passing. Thinking of you and sending lots of love. May you find comfort in the good memories and support of friends and family.

  2. To the Luining family
    I send my deepest sympathies to your family as you grieve the loss of your dearest sister and daughter.
    Virginia Wong

  3. Rob, our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Please take good care.

    Nicole and Andy

  4. Rob, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time. Take care.

  5. Rob, very sorry for your loss. Take care.

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