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
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Dear Robert, my heart is with you and Ilene’s family. Love you always, Joclyn
Sorry to hear about your sister Ruth. You will miss her. Love, Jean.
Rob,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you. Take good care during this sad and difficult time.
Ray and Jen
My heart goes out to you Ruth and your family.
My sincerest condolences for your loss Rob and all of Ilene’s family.
My deepest sympathies to the family. Ilene was well loved, and she will be greatly missed.
I will miss you terribly, my friend. Life will not be as beautiful or as interesting without you in it. Thank you for being my friend. RIP
Dear Rob,
My love and deepest sympathies to you Rob and all who loved Ilene and may you take comfort in the memories you made. Sharon
My thoughts are with you and your family, Rob. My condolences. Sincerely, Alex
So sorry for your loss Rob. My thoughts are with you at this time, take care.