It is with the greatest sadness that we announce the passing of Evie Geminiano. Evie passed away on 26th June, at peace, after a brave two-year battle with cancer, embraced in the love of her close family and strengthened by the prayers and support of a wide circle of wonderful friends.
Evie was predeceased by her beloved son Nathan (in 1993, at the age of 14) and by her father, John Pangka in 2009. She is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Jim; her mother, Caroline Pangka; daughter Alexa (Gordon); son Christopher; her doted-upon grandson Kingston; sister Florien (Barry); brothers Richard (Veronica) and Rudy (Helena) and sister Vera (Sjarif) and brother Alex (Po Lin), both in Indonesia, and many nieces and nephews.
Evie came to Canada in 1966 at the age of 17, welcomed here by her Uncle Peter (Djwa) and Auntie Sandra. She embraced life in a new land and a new language with characteristic gusto, thriving in Canada’s multi-cultural milieu, and she embarked on a life-long path of making friends wherever she went. While studying for her BSc. in math at UBC, she fell in love with her beau and future life partner, Onofre (Jim) Geminiano. They married in Vancouver in 1970. While Jim obtained his veterinary degree at Guelph, Evie completed her BEd. at UofT and taught at Fellows High School in Pembroke, Ont.. They soon returned to the West coast where Evie taught math for a number of years at Colquitz Secondary School and Jim opened his veterinary hospital in Langford. For Evie, full-time motherhood soon prevailed and together they raised three wonderful and remarkable children. As the children grew up, Evie threw herself into social engagements and good causes. Her already extended circle of friends grew wider still. Ever the consummate hostess, her dinner parties were legends of gastronomic delight (and overabundance!) and happy gathering-points for family and friends. All who met her will treasure memories of her generosity of spirit and her sparkling personality. Her friends have remained always by her side throughout her illness, always willing and available to provide the support, the love and often the laughter that she sought. For that, the family would like to express our deepest gratitude.
In addition, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all the health care professionals who worked at Evie’s side tirelessly and with great compassion: Dr. Anthony Jong; ‘brother’ and friend, Drs. Kathleen Fitzgerald and Jan Lim and staff at the Victoria Cancer Clinic; the doctors, staff and the Palliative Response Team at Victoria Hospice; VIHA Home and Community Care nurse, Kory; and the home care support staff from Beacon Community Services.
A funeral mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Church, 2060 Haultain Street, Victoria at 10 AM. on Wednesday 29th June. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation – Colon Cancer Research, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, B.C. V8R 6V5 (www.bccancerfoundation.com), or Victoria Hospice Society,1952 Bay Street, Victoria, B.C. V8R 1J8 (www.victoriahospice.com). Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Carolyn Phillips-Montierth
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Virginia Phillips McDaniel To Jim and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
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alanna holroyd My heart aches for your family. The only person on the planet that could teach me math was Evie. Her beautiful smile lightened my day with math at Colquitz. Our lives always crossed paths with Evie and her family and it was always wonderful. We were all so blessed to have her as part of our lives.
with much love and sympathy the Holroyd Family.
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J.Nantes Dearest Uncle Jim, Alexa, Chris:
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy for the passing of Aunt Evie. We will continue to pray for her as she rest peacefully in God’s Kingdom.
Love,
Manuel Geminiano, Jr. & Family
Melanie Pioquinto & Family
Cristina Catera & Family
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Paul Mais Jim, Alexa, Chris,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Evie. My friendship with your family, through Nathan, enlightened me to the strength, humour, and joy in the Geminiano family that I know still carries on.
My thoughts are with you. Evie’s incredible spirit, full of love and laughter, will be strong and always with us.With love,
Paul Mais
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Ian and Chris MacPherson To Jim, Alexa and Christopher
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Evie was such a warm, generous and loving person. We pray memories of happier times comfort you. May thoughts of her reunion with Nathan give you comfort.
Ian and Chris MacPherson
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M. Catharina I always admired Mrs G because she was a very nice and talented
person. She did everything with class and charm. She loved life.
She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. She really
knew how to make a house a super home. We had a garden party in the back of the house on Upper Terrace in 1998. A lovely place
to gather and socialize. I think that she had a good sense of pride. But she also knew how to treat other human beings kindly…Condolences to the family especially Jim, her husband of many years. Good luck in the future, Dr Geminiano & kids…
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George and Evelyn There are ‘Friends’ and there are ‘True Friends’.
Evie was and always will be a True Friend and forever in our thoughts.
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Forsthovel family Deepest condolences to the family and close friends…
Mrs G was a great woman who entertained everyone with her
excellent sense of humor and grace. She was a lovely host at
several parties and get togethers. Nathan and Mother are together
now. Rest in peace, Mrs Geminiano…
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Hulya & Sid Saydam Dear Jim and Family,
Please accept our heart felt sympathies on the passing of Dear Evie.
Evie had the most generous spirit and we were fortunate to know her.
Love,
Hulya & Sid
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Nancy Deep sympathy,
Dearest Jim, Alexa and family & Christ.
With heart felt thoughts, this comes to convey, our deepest sympathy to all of you. We share your sorrow at this difficult time. Evie is my very best friend for more than 52 years, althought we were seldom contacted each other.Jim and family, we hope our friendship never.
With love, Nancy, Kie, Raditya & Julia.
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Gina Pangda Tito Jim, Alexa, Chris, & family
It’s always sad when someone we love departs from us in this land, letting it go is always hard to do…As a Christian, we comfort ourselves believing that they will always be around protecting and guiding us.
She will be in my prayers and may she rest in peace…may God bless your family..Sincerely,
Gina Pangda
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Doug and Donna Stuart to Dr. Onofre Geminiano,
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of your beloved Evie. We remember your whole family with fondness from our shared experiences at the Montessori School in the 90’s. Especially memorable were the elaborate desserts that Evie would create for school functions.
Her thoughtfulness and selflessness in always thinking of others first will never be forgotten.
Sincerely,
Doug and Donna Stuart
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Peter B. Smith to Dr. Onofre Geminiano:
On behalf of the Piano Section of the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival Association I wish to offer to you and your family our sincere condolences with the sad news of the passing of your wife Eveline.
Over the years we have been most grateful for the generosity in the Award you have both regularly provided in memory of your son Nathan.Sincerely,
Peter Smith
Head, Piano Section GVPAF
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connie nera and nerma nera-salido Dear Jim and family,
Our sincere condolences for your loss. Evie will be missed dearly. May she rest in peace.
With our prayers.
Connie and Nerma
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Naz, Yasmine,Zahra and Rasool Rayani Dear Jim, Alexa and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Evie’s passing. Please accept our most heartfelt condolences. May God give you strength to bear this huge loss and may He rest her in peace. Evie was a wonderful and generous lady.
Love, The Rayanis
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sharon Sinclair Dear Jim and Family
I was so sorry to hear of Evie’s passing. She was such a special lady and i feel lucky to have known her. We enjoyed many years in the Needs of Victoria Society together where she was always such a driving force in any of the fund raising events we took on.
She will be dearly missed by you all.Sharon Sinclair
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Curby and Bernie Klaibert Dear Jim and Family
We are very saddened to hear of Evies Passing. We are truly sorry for your loss and have many warm memories of Evie.With Love
Curby and Bernie
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Sibylle Scherrer Dear Jim and familiy
We are very sorry to here about your great loss. We send you strengh and will think of you in this difficult time.
Evie will be in our hearts.
love
Emilie Scherrer
Irene, Sibylle and family
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sherry and keith davidoff Dr .G and family
We are so sorry to hear the loss of your beloved Evie. She truly was a amazing person and we have been blessed to know her! Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Love to you always.Davidoff Family
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Amabel de Lara and family Dear Jim, Alexa, Gordon, Kingston and Christopher,
Please accept our deepest condolences. Pass along our sympathy to the rest of the family. We will always remember Evie with affection.
Love,
Amabel, JB, Katrina, Anna, Angelina
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Ken & Yvonne Louie Dear Jim, Alexa, Chris & family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all at the loss of your precious one.
Take comfort that Evie is in the safety of God’s hands.
We will not forget her.
Love,
Ken, Yvonne & family
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Ray and Ruby Cajuguiran Dear Jim and family,
So sorry to read about the sad news. We wish you peace and comfort during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Take care,
Ray and Ruby Cajuguiran
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the Nurdjalims Dear Jim, Alexa, Chris, Auntie Caroline and the Pangkas family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Evie, your wife, mother and our loving cousin.
Our thoughts are with you and your family. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.love,
the Nurdjalims
Michael – Ming-ming
Jusak – Natalia
Karmelia – Roy
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Romeo & Marcella Sanglap. Dear Jim & Family,
We are very sad to hear of Evie’s death.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and family.Take care,
Romeo & Marcella Sanglap.
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Georgie, Roberta, Paula, Chris and Stephanie Dear Alexa, Gordon and Family,
It was always a pleasure seeing Eveline come into the office, she knew how to brighten the day with her beautiful smile.
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
She will be sadly missed but always remembered.With all our Love,
The Girls from Aesthetic Dental Studio
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Michael Stanger Dear jim, Alexa and Family.
Our heartfelt wishes to you at this difficult time.
We are aware of Evie’s bravery in the face of her illness and will always remember her for that.
We also recall her at her best, a lively, funny and passionate friend.
She was an accomplished and welcoming hostess.
She is at peace now in the same place as her beloved Nathan.
Courage to the rest of us who must bear her loss.
With our love,
Jan and Mike Stanger.
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Edwin & Shirley Pangka Our symphaty to Uncle Jim, Alexa, and Chris and also Grandma Caroline Pangka..
May Our Lord Jesus Christ give to all of You Peaceful heart, and strenght.With love and pray
Edwin Pangka and Family
Alexander Daniel Pangka and Family
Verdyan Kurniahu and Family
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Winata Tjahjadi and Dory, Jakarta Dearest Jim n fam,
With our sincere sympathy, may God gives you comfort and peace,
Love,
Winata n Dory
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Dewi and Lukas Djuanda Dearest Jim, Alexa and Chris,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you for the loss of Evie, your wife and mother and our brilliant, entertaining, amazing and caring cousin.
May the memories of Evie held deep within our heart help to soothe our spirit at this time. And that her love will always be remembered by all of us…. for neither time, nor distance,
nor death itself can touch a love that endures forever.Love,
Dewi and Lukas Djuanda
Jim and family
My deepest sympathy. I’m very to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Carolyn