It is with extreme sorrow that we announce the passing of my husband and our father, Gurdial Ram, on May 25, 2020.
Gurdial was predeceased by his parents, Sadhu Ram and Channon Kaur. He is survived by his wife, Gurmit Kaur, his children, Babita, Harmesh (Harminder Kaur), and Aman, his three grandchildren Sanjay, Krishin, and Mya, as well as a large extended family including several siblings, nieces, and nephews.
Gurdial was born on November 30, 1950 in Ladhran, Punjab. He moved to Singapore in 1952 and travelled to Bilston Midland, England in 1960 with his father and brothers. He married Gurmit in 1970. In 1974, he moved to Victoria, British Columbia with his wife and children.
Gurdial was a member of Boiler Maker Union and was respected for his exemplary work ethic. He worked tirelessly for many years with Victoria Machinery, as well as Yarrows Shipyard and Victoria Shipyard. Unfortunately, due to the nature of this work, his career was cut short after being diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis in 2013.
Gurdial was known for his generosity and hosted several relatives as they immigrated to Canada. He was well known for his impressive sense of style and his caring nature.
He has left a large void in the lives of his family and friends and we will cherish him in our hearts forever. We would like to thank our many relatives and family friends for their kind support during this very difficult time. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to British Columbia Lung Association. Private funeral due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Gurdial Parji was such a beacon of love and respect and a pillar of strength. He was charismatic and had unmistakable presence whenever we had the opportunity to meet him, which was sadly not often enough. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Our heartfelt condolences to bhabi ji and all the Chumber family.
I am one of the newsest member of this family. It feels like yesterday I met him at my wedding and shared a few laughs and received his blessings. My condolences to all the family members. I pray to the universe to give all of your strength in this troubled time. Just remember you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless taiya’s soul and grant it eternal peace.
Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that I feel for the passing of taiya Gurdial. Please accept my condolences.
Dear Gurmit and family
Wishing you our deepest sympathy for your loss at this difficult time. Chumber was a valued co worker and friend over the years and his memories will live on.
Sincerely Terry and Leslie Maragozis
So sad beyond words. My family will cherish the wonderful memories we had with Mama Gurdial. The visits to Victoria were always so welcoming and full of laughter. Thank you for introducing me to red wine.. I will forever be grateful. Rest In Peace now
Dear Gurmit and all of your family.
I want to extend my sincere condolences to you and all your family in the loss of your dear husband, father, grandfather and friend. The last few years has been a very rough journey and I now hope that Gurdial can rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this time of mourning.
Lydia Rodenburgh
Our deepest condolences to the Chumber family our thoughts and prayers are with you, sorry for your loss.
Your smiling and pleasant face are missed today…Tomorrow and Always.RIP
Amarjeet,Suman and family.
I met Gurdial when we worked together at Yarrows in 1979. We shared many afternoon shifts together at Victoria Shipyards and my favourite nights were when he brought in home cooking to share with his work-mates. He was a hard working and caring man and I shall miss him.
I met Gurdial in 1979 when we worked together at Yarrows. Since then, I have spent many afternoon shifts with him at Victoria Shipyards and got to know him well. My favourite nights were when he brought in home cooking to share with his work-mates! He was hard working and caring and I shall miss him.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and caring person, Parji was always smiling and showed so much love.
He will be missed dearly.
God bless x
Mina and family