Irene passed away peacefully on May 22, 2008. Irene was recently predeceased by Ian, her husband of 60 years. She will be greatly missed by her children Pauline, Janet & David, grandchildren Jody, Sara & Matthew, great-grandchildren Alyssa & Summer, sister Joyce & brother-in-law Ken in England & son-in-laws Jim & Allan.
Irene was born in London England. She served in the British army as a sergeant, A.T.S. where she met Ian. They moved to Canada in 1952 & lived in Toronto ON, Georgetown ON, Montreal PQ, Winnipeg MB & finally Victoria BC in 1974.
Music, gardening, animals & the environment were Irene?s passions. As a young woman, she performed on the small stage, demonstrating her quick wit & extraordinary singing voice. Irene was born with a green thumb, always able to turn ordinary dirt into the most beautiful & admired garden. She opened her heart & home to many animals & supported many worthy animal rights efforts. Irene was an avid environmentalist, recycling & saving water long before it was popular. Through her life, she instilled these passions & shared these gifts with her children.
Irene will be remembered for her natural talents & charm, friendship, warmth & selflessness. Farewell to her co-workers at Superannuation, co-volunteer at the Royal Jubilee Auxiliary, members of the bowling team, friends & neighbours.
As per Irene’s wishes, there will not be a formal service.
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Janet
Miss you Mom! XO