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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My condolences Ruth.
Our hearts and thoughts are with you Rob, Ruth, Art, family and friends. We lost a vibrant, full-of-life soul, who was a long time friend and “auntie”. We will miss her dearly, but will forever cherish our memories.
Love, Diana, John & Family
So sorry for your loss, Rob. I have been acquainted with Ilene for over 50 years through Diana. She was always so cheerful and ready to laugh. She will be missed.
The great sympathies of all your neighbours go out to you Ruth, and all your family.
Braefoot Place
Ruth, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. My heart goes out to you as you deal with the loss of not only your sister but your friend too. Grief takes many different avenues and with help from your family and friends you can find your way through.
Love Jenny
Rob, so sorry for your loss of Ilene.
Our most sincere condolences to you, your family and Sophie.
I hope happy memories help you through this most difficult time.
So very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all her family.
Ruth, Rob and all of Ilene’s family and friends,
We are sending you our deepest condolences on Ilene’s passing and praying you will find comfort in the days ahead knowing others are sharing your grief.
We’re thinking of you Ruth, Rob, and family at this sad time.
Ilene will be missed a lot but you will have memories to cherish. Ilene was always smiling.
Sorry for your loss. Care take of your tender heart.