February 7, 1931- November 5, 2012
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. She is survived by Bill, her husband of 57 years; her son, Liam and his partner, Andey; her sister, Elsie Cadenhead and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Joan and Dave Bell and numerous nieces and nephews.
Evie was born in Vancouver and attended Lord Byng High School where she excelled in field hockey and softball and met her future husband, Bill. Evie attended Normal School in Victoria at Victoria High School and went on to be a well loved PE and Social Studies teacher in both Vancouver and Richmond. In 1980, she was excited to move to Victoria where she enjoyed being the wind beneath her husband’s wings as Police Chief and staying home to raise their son, Liam. She was an avid volunteer with The Salvation Army, Rotary Ann’s and Santa’s Anonymous. Evie often said, ” I have had a life more amazing than I ever could have imagined!” Including 52 years of summer fun and antics at her beloved Yellow Point Lodge with the cross boarder Second Week of July Crew. Deeply memorable cruising on “The Bounty” in the Gulf and San Juan Islands and in Desolation Sound with many a flotilla of friends. Her deep love of travel and adventure took her and Bill to many corners of the globe in their retirement years. Evie will be remembered for her unfailing optimism and flair for hostessing and decorating, love and commitment to family and fantastic sense of humour. She will be remembered as the classy women she was.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at SEQUOIA GARDENS MEMORIAL, 4665 Falaise Drive in Victoria. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Boys and Girls Club Services of Greater Victoria. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Cathy and Ed McKenzie
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Morris, Lisa, Chris & Colin TImms Dear Bill & Liam,
At a family get together at Allan & Valentina’s house in November Evie was remembered with great fondness. Morris, Lisa, Chris, Colin, Allan, Valentina, James, Alaina, Bill, Alex, Mary (Val’s Mother), Nick (Val’s Brother) & his son Alex were in attendance. We gathered around an outdoor fire and shared our Great Love and thoughts of Evie.
Vacations to Canada with stays on Keats Island with Bill, Evie & LIam are some of the most vivid and wonderful memories of fun with family. Thanks for all that you two have done.With Love from all of us,
Morris
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Laure and Ben Seminiuk We send our heartfelt condolences to Bill and Liam. We were so sorry to hear of Evie’s passing. She was a great lady. In years past I enjoyed many fun times with her going out to lunch and playing bridge. I regret I couldn’t attend her service as we had plans with newly-arrived house guests that day.
We are sending a donation to the Boys and Girls club in her name.You are both in our thoughts.Laure.
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R.H. (Dick) Waller, RCMP Supt. Retired Bill: Joan and I were saddened to hear of Evie’s passing. We offer our most sincere condolances. We recall those evenings we spent with you both playing bridge and the Chinese food at the Golden City. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dick and Joan Waller
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Colin Crisp Dear Bill;
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Evie. We remember meeting her on a number of occasions and found that she was a warm and wonderful person. We convey our deepest condolences.
Colin and Helen Crisp.
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John and Eunice Catterall Dear Bill:
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your wife Evie.John and Eunice Catterall
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Marsha and Bill Birney … so many wonderful memories of our time together in North Vancouver when the kids were small and we got together for tea to keep our sanity.
– from Bill, Marsha, Christopher [googe a googe] and Earle
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Geoff Bell Uncle Bill and Liam, I am sorry that I will be unable to attend the service on Sunday for Aunty Evie. My thoughts and prayers go out to you both. I have many fond memories of family get togethers and always lots of laughs and cheer. So glad I got to see Bill and Evie this past summer for lunch at Mom and Dad’s. Aunty Evie will be dearly missed. Much love, Geoff
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Kathryn Stow-Giorio Dear Mr. Snowdon and Liam,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I have so many wonderful memories of the time spent with your family and they will forever live in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Love, Kathryn xo
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Ralph & Linda Hembruff We first got to know Bill as a great man and then discovered one of the reasons for that greatness – the WOMAN beside him – Evelyn!
Their’s was an exceptional love story, a testament to their love and committment and an inspiration to those who knew them.
“Evie” dearly loved Liam and it was always evident just how proud she was of him.
Whether joining her on a shopping spree or having a quiet conversation over drinks, Evelyn Snowdon was the epitome of a classy lady.
She will be fondly remembered. We share your grief, Bill and Liam. With love, Linda and Ralph
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Peter & Leona Voth Our heartfelt sympathy, may all the wonderfull memories you have be of comfort to you at this sad time. Peter & Leona Voth.
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Evelyn Smith Dear Bill
I am so sorry to read of Evie’s passing and my thoughts and prayers are with you and Liam at this very sad time
Evelyn
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Donna MacFarlane Bill and Liam, I am saddened to hear or your great loss.
Bill, both you and Evie had a very soft spot in my heart whenever we met, or passed each other through Airports. She was always so gracious and friendly.
It has been awhile since we have seen each other, so you may remember me from the CPAir days. You were one of my favorite customers.
Best regards
Donna MacFarlane
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Romi and Roger Mattu We are thinking of you and your family at this time of great loss. Evie will be very much missed at Yellow Point; her spirit will always be apart of YPL. Our hearts are with you, Bill and Liam.
With much love,
Romi and Roger Mattu
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Pam Jolliffe Dear Bill,
I’m so sorry to hear of Evie’s passing and my thoughts are with you and Liam. What an amazing life you’ve had together. I hope you’re well surrounded by caring family and friends sharing stories and tears and laughter.
Pam
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Joan Frolek Bill & family,
I played bridge with Evie for years on Wednesday afternoon. I am away and therefore unable to attend the service on the 11th. My thoughts will be with you on that day. She was a wonderful woman, so kind and gracious.
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Dianne Smith Dear Bill and Liam,
I am so sad to hear about Evie’s passing. She was such a wonderful person and a joy to spend time with. I have been doing Evie’s hair for quite a few years, and during that time we had shared joys and sorrows and many laughs. I will miss her so much.
my thoughts are with you
Dianne (upstairs hair salon)
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Pauline East Dear Bill and Liam
I was saddened to hear of Ev’s passing. She was such a fine hostess and caring individual who made our afternoon ladies bridge group so pleasurable. I will always cherish many beautiful memories of Ev.
With deep sympathy.
Thinking of you at this time of lossPauline East
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Doug & Marlene Richardson, Casa Grande, Ariz. Bill and Liam: We were so saddened to learn of Ev”s passing. She excelled as our police dept’s ‘First Lady’, and of course in life generally. What a wonderful woman, so warm and gracious in all respects. And she always seemed to have that great smile on her face. Many people, including us, are sharing your pain. But everyone who knew her is left with such fond memories which will last on and on..Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Pete, Sonia and Kai Engstad Dear Bill and Liam
Your family has enriched the lives of those around you. Evie has left the room, but we will always treasure the gift of her friendship, and yours. Thank you. Love, Pete, Sonia and Kai
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Larry and Jan Holland Our relationship with Bill and Evie started through our work but ended as a wonderful friendship. Evie’s wonderful ‘chuckle’ resonants in our hearts and our thoughts. We will miss her and may she Rest in Peace. Love, Jan and Larry
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Fred & Bernice Mills Bill & Liam… Bernice and I were saddened by the news of Evie’s passing. We have many a fond memory of her graciousness at our mess functions over the years. Our thoughts are with you both at this most difficult time.
Fred and Bernice
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Fred & Bernice Mills Bill& Liam, Bernice and I were saddened on learning of Evie’s passing. We have many fond memories of our many Mess functions together. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Bernice & Fred
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Lola Taylor Bill & Liam,
Big Hugs to you both! I am honored to have shared 20 Thanksgiving weekends with Evie!!! Evie was an incredible lady and I enjoyed talking with her…always made me feel like I was special…..even the first time she met me!!! I am so glad I got to give her a big hug just a few weeks ago. I will treasure that always!!! Will keep you two in my thoughts and prayers!! Love ya, Lola Taylor
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Keith/Maureen Pattinson Bill..Liam..We are saddened to learn of the passing of one of the world’s great people. A wife, mother, teacher and in our case marvellous friend of our extended family. All of our gandchildren and nephews and nieces have experienced the Snowdy’s Pool/Police Hat collection and hospitality. Thanks for sharing the life of such an unforgettable friend with us.
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Kathy Pattinson Dear Bill, Liam and family,
Our sincerest condolences for the loss of your wonderful wife, mother and friend. My girls are lucky enough to have very fond memories of their time spent with you. We are grateful for that. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
With love, Kathy, Keara and Jesse Pattinson
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Allan and Valentina Timms Dear Bill and Liam, we so wish we could be with you both during this time. We will be there in spirit with you and with our arms around you both with love and support. We loved Evie very much and we hope she knew how we felt about her. We love you both.
love,
Allan Valentina James and Alaina
(The Cali Timms family)
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Mike and Deb Falls Bill and Liam, we are very sorry that you have lost such a wonderful person in your life, she was a great mom and friend to many of us who knew her. She did have an amazing life, and enjoyed every minute of it. We loved her spunk and her flair of life, she was amazing. She will always be in our hearts. Mike and Deb
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Marlene Deboisbriand Dear Bill and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. I only met Evie once but she left an impression as an amazing woman.
Marlene
Hi Bill,
I remember sitting with you and Evie a long time ago at a Police function and you were both so much fun! I think I was kind of nervous and Evie was so sweet and made me feel right at ease. I wished I had seen her more but in one visit I knew she was a wonderful lady. Ed and I send our sympathies to you and your family.
Ed was News Director at CFAX for many years and I was the Deputy Coroner for a few years and then at VCP working with volunteers in community policing.
with fond regards,
Cathy and Ed McKenzie