October 30, 1928 – November 19, 2012
Evelyn passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Nov. 19th. Born in Macklin, Saskatchewan on Oct. 30, 1928, she grew up on the family farm in nearby Primate. She had wonderful stories to tell about her early days on the prairies even though farm life was often difficult. When the family moved to Victoria in 1945, Evelyn began working at David Spencer’s Department Store. There she met her future husband Mason Sheldrick and they were married in 1950. They started their family soon after and Lyn remained at home to raise their three daughters. Due to Mason’s involvement in local lacrosse, she became an avid fan of the sport and was a regular at all the Shamrocks’ home games. A very active member of First Baptist Church, Lyn served in several roles. She was a deacon and trustee for many years, a member of the choir for 65 years, and served on a variety of committees. Known for her sense of humour, she also enjoyed telling jokes and performing skits and songs at church social events. Humour was a big part of her life. Quick to laugh and able to see the funny side of almost any situation, laughing until tears flowed was a common occurrence at home. The two most important things in Lyn’s life were her family and her Christian faith. She was a strong woman with an optimistic yet practical outlook on life and she approached all of life’s obstacles with grace, dignity and determination. Caring and compassionate, she was an inspiration to her family and many others whose lives she touched. Her greatest joys were spending time with family, working in her garden and being involved with her many different activities at the church; she also enjoyed watching lacrosse, reading, and doing crossword and jigsaw puzzles. Predeceased by her parents, Lyall and Alverta Beattie, husband Mason and sister Audrie, Lyn is survived by her loving daughters Janice, Tracey, and Dawn (Ken), granddaughter Paige, step-grandchildren Danielle and Liam and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was much loved and will be deeply missed. Heartfelt thanks go to the members of First Baptist Church for their support and prayers during her illness and also to the wonderfully caring people at Victoria Hospice who were so helpful to both Lyn and her family during her final days.
A memorial service will be held on Friday Dec. 7, 2012 at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 877 North Park St, Victoria BC, V8W 1S9, with Reverends Ken Hillmer and Gord Patterson officiating; a reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Victoria Hospice or the BC Cancer Foundation. Condolences may be offered below.
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Bunty Price (mother of Grant Price)
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Shona Bell So sorry to hear of Evelyn’ s passing. So glad we had a get together when I visited Victoria back in August. Going to miss my singing buddy and our chats via email of me catching her up on Coronation Street. Will be thinking of Evelyn and her family on Friday. With all my love Shona
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David Hopkins and Loes Loots Dear Janice, Tracey and Dawn,
Loes and I were very saddened by the passing of Lyn, our Aunt Lyn. Loes and I often talk about, reminisce, and fondly remember the times one or both of us have visited Victoria and have been graced by her and your hospitality and love.
Similarly, John and I also have very often recalled how important Lyn and your father have been in our lives and memories since childhood and how they have been such favourites with us. These memories were made even more salient when John and I made our “John and David’s Excellent Adventure” trip to Victoria and Vancouver Island in late summer and fall of 2008. That visit was a lifetime highlight for us.
Loes and I also often talk about the times we have visited together as cousins in Holland, Halifax and Arizona. All of us individually and together have been fortunate to have had many visits over (too) long intervals and great distances.
Hopefully, we will continue to see each other when we can and, for sure, keep in touch as always.
Love,
David and Loes
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Jm and Grace Shepherd Auntie Lyn you will be missed.Jim and I enjoyed dropping around to see you for a cup of tea when we got down to Victoria.
To Janice ,Tracey ,Dawn and family our heartfelt condolences. Time lessens the pain but you will never forget.Love Jim,Grace,Michael and Family.
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Doug & Joan Jones I think back to those times after a game; there would be Lyn with Mason with a warm smile for all; she had a way of making people happy.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to the family.
Doug & Joan Jones
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Val Waller Tracey, My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
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Norman and Lauren Jung Dawn, Ken, Paige, Janice and Tracey – Our condolences for your loss. Lyn lived life well and cherished her family. During our future banter and laughter, I’m sure Lyn will be smiling with us. God bless.
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John Hopkins Lyn, as noted in the announcement, was always kind, caring, gracious, optimistic, and a truly wonderful person to be around not only when I was young and growing up but also whenever my family and I came to visit her. She was always a most gracious host, very wise, a good listener, and someone I looked up to. I only wished I could have spent more time with her and her family. It is comforting to know that she passed away peacefully surrounded by family. I’m quite sure she will be keeping busy in heaven singing in the choir and organizing things while bringing smiles to everyone around her. Love John
The beauty of life well lived, becomes a legacy that stays behind and warms the heart with every memory.
Wishing you healing and comfort during this difficult time.
Love, Bunty.