Our dearest Elizabeth has passed away. My lifelong friend and confidant, my loving partner, devoted mother, educator, artist, chef, photographer and so much more, following a brief but valiant battle with cancer. She was surrounded by love and held in the arms of her family who never left her side.
She left an impression on all who met her. She was incredibly resilient, and one of the most intelligent and talented souls that I have ever met. She will be deeply missed by all of us.
She did not want a formal service, so we have elected to hold an informal Reception in Honour of Elizabeth’s Life in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:00pm. Donations in Memory of Elizabeth may be made to a charity of one’s own choice.
Our profound thanks to the nurses and doctors on 6 North at Victoria General Hospital, and in the Palliative Care Ward on 8 South at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, for their gentle kindness and round the clock care of both Elizabeth and myself during such a difficult time.
Specific thanks go out to Elise, Promit, Rasheedat, Rohan, Aaron, Abby, Ruby, Rachel, Cayley, Mia, Morgan, Ryan, Tyler, Emma-Mae, Florence, Kiersten, Ingrid, Yuki, Sarah, Molly, Salome, Caroline, Elizabeth and the many others that were there at any hour when we needed them. It truly takes a village.
Thanks also to Doctors Boylan, Nakanishi, Forghani, Pearce, Black and Mueller, all of whom developed a special rapport with Elizabeth during her stay.
And finally, a thank you to our family and our special friends, including Amanda & Jeremy, April, Riley, Cathy, Barry & Rose, Nick, Trevor and the staff at McCall’s, who all brought special care and much needed support to us throughout this journey. I cannot thank you all enough for what you have done. Hugs and love, Christopher.
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Andy Arnold
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Judy So deeply saddened to hear of Elizabeth’s untimely passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends. She produced stunning pieces of art and was extremely talented. It must have brought her great joy to create these beautiful paintings and drawings. They will remain forever and bring her family comfort and pride
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Denise Armitage Dear Elizabeth,
In 1964, your mother (my best friend) and I found we were both pregnant around the same time and wondered who would deliver first! You arrived in February, followed in March by Christopher. It was a happy time for our families. You were such a sweet little girl.
After moving to Victoria, your Mum and I kept in touch by mail and later your family made a visit to our neck of the woods. After that we all seemed to go our separate ways until you arrived here in 2016 to love and care for Christopher and young Karl. Thankyou for all your help. What a blessing. You gave Karl a good start which was/is appreciated.
We were all sad to know of your health struggles; sad for Chris who stayed by your side and did his best to help; for Karl, now tall and becoming a young man; for William, your devoted son, and all those who miss you the most.
You and Judy will continue in our thoughts and prayers, knowing life is kinder and more loving where you are now. God Bless, Elizabeth. Lots of love, Denise xoxo
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Brent Anthonisen I was sad to hear of the passing of Elizabeth she was such a nice person
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Cherish Dorrington The day after Elizabeth’s passing, I wrote this in my journal:
At 10:35pm, last night, our Elizabeth breathed her last. Her hands held by her partner and her son. Her feet cradled by a friend. And, just like that, she is gone, off on the adventure of eternity. May it be grand and glorious, dear cousin, free of pain, both of body and of soul, free of the angst that is this life. Enjoy the freedom, be filled with ecstatic joy, until we meet, again <3
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Wayne Dorrington I was so happy and privileged to be able to spend a few days visiting my beloved daughter Elizabeth a few days before she left us. The devotion shown her by her partner Chris and son William during her final days was humbling. Either one or the other was with her at all times. A special thanks to Royal Jubilee for allowing Chris to remain in her room during the long, last few nights of her time on earth. Thank you Chris for loving my beloved daughter as you did.
It’s almost six months now, and I finally feel able to express myself here. My heart is still broken, Elizabeth. Christopher told me of your passing. I’m sad that my friend is gone from this world. But I still have the memories within me.
We never met. Yet I gradually came to know you well, and vice versa, and we became close friends. You were my dearest friend. Only once did we ever hear each other’s voices via a chat server; just audio, no video, but it is a precious memory. Funny to think that we met through an online game!
You helped and supported me through the distress of my separation and divorce… the lengthy emails between us were my lifeline back then. And you shared the joy of your move across country to be with Christopher, and Karl. You were always the first person that I wanted to tell about significant events in my life.
I miss you my dear friend, even though we didn’t communicate much in recent years, due to time zones and life’s busyness. But you will always hold a special place in my heart. God bless you, Elizabeth