Seven months after being diagnosed with a cancer, Heather slipped away with her husband and son at her side. She is survived by her husband of 47 years (and seven months), Gordon; their son, Blake; daughter-in-law, Kristin and three wonderful grandchildren, Tyler and his twin sisters, Jade and Ashley. Heather is also survived by her sister, May and sisters-in-law, Jeannie and Cinda. Predeceased by brother, Bob and sisters, Connie, Jessie and Leslie.
Heather was courageous in the face of her own mortality. While she had so much to want to live for, she created and leaves a legacy of care and commitment in ways that remain an inspiration to all that knew and loved her. And she was loved.
A celebration of her life will be held on her 68th birthday at 2:00 pm on Monday, February 15, 2016 at McCall Bros. Funeral Home, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, Victoria.
Condolences to the family may be offered below.
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30 Responses
Dear Gordon and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Heather. You and Heather were an inspiration to all. Her bright smile and her big hello at the RnR Diner will be missed.
Regards Barry and Carol Youell,
And the Farmer’s coffee group.
We were saddened to hear of the loss of your wife. We send our sincere condolences to you and the family.
Moe and Karen Turner
Gordon and Family,
Sincere condolences.
Hello Gordon. I was so sorry to see Heather’s passing – so sudden and very sad for you and Blake and daughter-in-law and grand kids. May you find comfort in the memories of your life together and how wonderfully Heather lived her life.My sincerest sympathy to you and family.
Jim O’Byrne
Hi Gordon, we are thinking of you all at this time and wish you comfort and peace, in friendship, Karen & Greg
Dear Gordon,
Our sincere condolences for the recent loss of your loving wife, mother and grandmother.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult transition of passage.
Respectfully,
Jim and Darlene
James. D. Allan
Victoria, B.C.
Gordon & Family,
Deepest condolences.
Heather was a wonderful woman: such a generous person, kind friend, loving mother, grandmother & wife. A sad loss, but she has blessed us all with her time among us.
Warmest thoughts and prayers from myself, Marian and family.
Ken Theaker
Very sorry to learn of your loss Gordon. Ron Paterson
Dear Gordon and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. She was a compassionate, dedicated, creative and innovative person. I admired her zest for life and commitment to offer solutions to improve the life and care of others.
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to you and your family. May you find peace and joy in being blessed to have had her in your life.
Maria Hooker
Dear Gord, Blake and family,
I was shocked and saddened at the news of your loss of Heather. We met sewing machines side by side and spent so many happy hours doing the art we both loved and sharing our lives. My heart goes out to all of you., Heather loved her family and friends without question. That has been her biggest gift to us all!
My love and prayers
Michelle