Passed away peacefully on June 24th with her children at her side at Victoria Hospice. Elizabeth (Liz) was born on May 18, 1935, in Harrow Weald, England.
Liz is survived by her husband Peter; her children Lynne (Brian) and Philip (Alison); her grandchildren Nicholas (Chelsea), Bronwyn (Wade), Jackson (Rachel) and Samuel; and her great grandson Archie. She will also be dearly missed by her many relatives and friends at home and all over the world.
Liz emigrated to Canada in 1958 and the next year both she and Peter worked for Canadian Pacific Airlines in Vancouver where they met on a DC-3 one February morning. They were married in Reading, England in 1961. They raised Lynne and Philip in Tsawwassen, where they were active in the community and spent many summers sailing the coast with the Tsawwassen Yacht Club. In 1986 they operated Rainbow Resort in the Cariboo for 6 years. They moved fulltime to Pender Island in 1991 where they spent their happiest years together. They moved to Victoria in 2018, where they have been close to family as well as old and new friends.
Liz was trained as a teacher in England and taught primary school in Tsawwassen for many years. Upon retirement, Liz was an active volunteer giving back to her communities on Pender Island (Library and Golf Club) and Victoria (Government House [gardening and the Costume Museum] and St. Mary’s [Church Mouse]). Peter and Liz also volunteered oversees with CESO on three assignments.
They loved to travel by sea and air and journeyed many times worldwide, and particularly to the UK, Europe, and New Zealand. Liz loved gardening, reading, and time with family and friends. Her and Peter loved their many dogs over the years including Mr. Chips, Skip and Baz.
Liz was known for her kindness, generosity, warmth, and her sense of humour. She will be dearly missed. but her loving spirit will always stay close in our memory. A celebration of Liz’s life will be held at St. Mary the Virgin Church, 1701 Elgin Rd, Victoria on Thursday, August 21st at 2.00 p.m. A reception will follow at 2565 Margate Ave., Victoria at 3.00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Eleanor Thielke
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Judy Watson Learned how to play Mahjong with Liz this past year and had many fun Thursday afternoons. She amazed me as she took everything in stride and always laughed or made us laugh when we were learning how to play.
Liz was a very special person whose loving presence, joy and inspiration will continue to live in my memory.
With deepest symphony to the family.
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Liz Ross Peter, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Liz will be missed.
Larry and Liz Ross
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Royal Victoria Yacht Club We are saddened to learn of the passing of Elizabeth, a valued member of Royal Victoria yacht club. Her presence, both on and off the water, brought warmth and joy to those around her. She will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family and loved ones during this difficult time. May she find peace on her final voyage.
Peter,
I was saddened to read about Liz passing away. It has been a long time since I have seen either of you, but memories are forever. For me, I remember the annual Christmas parties you and Liz had at your home for the entire CP Air Training Department. Liz was always the perfect hostess and made us all feel so welcome. And to this day I thank her for introducing me to the “7-Layer Dip”, a recipe for the ages.
Sending my deepest condolences.