James (Jim) Martin Steffan
July 25, 1940 – October 14, 2011
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jim Steffan. After a year-long battle with cancer, Jim passed away on Friday, October 14, 2011 at the Victoria Hospice. He is survived by his loving wife, Fran (Pinky) of 43 years; and his children, John (Lysa), Rhonda and Tony (Renita). He is also survived by his sisters, Ester, Cecile and Agnes; brother, Basil; and grandchildren, Tyler, Jared, Nick and Natysha.
Born the third youngest of 11 children in Rouyn, Quebec, Jim left the small farming town for a career in the Canadian Army. Jim had a long military career retiring in 1994 after 37 years. Jim was very active during his time in the service, completing tours of Congo, Cyrpus, Egypt and Germany to name a few. One of the highlights of his time in the army was the year he spent on the newly formed Canadian Armed Forces Motorcycle Display Team travelling Canada during the Canadian Centennial performing stunts. After many years as a vehicle technician, Jim retired to Trail, BC. In 1997 he and Fran moved back to Victoria, BC to be with family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Prince Edward Branch #91 (Langford), 761 Station Avenue, on Friday, October 21, 2011 at 1:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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Fran and family, Sorry to hear about Jim. He will be missed by you all I,m sure. It,s been a long time since Cold Lake. We are in Calgary now so whenn you feel up to it contact us. We would love to hear from you. Take care , we are thinking about you. Frank and Sheryn
Dear Fran and family
Sorry to hear of Jim passing. My love and prayers go to you Fran and family,
Joan and John Seepman
My Dearest Fran and Family,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. We loved Jim dearly especially his buddy “Padre Pat”. One never knew what to expect from Jim, he was such a character. He was so well known and liked by all. Although we will miss him, he is at peace and without pain and suffering.
You know I am here for you Fran!
Our condolences to you and your Family.
RIP Jim
Your dear Friends Pat and “Lady” Sylvia (Walsh)
My most heart felt condolences to his family. I knew Jim from the Motorcycle Display Team. I was the chief mechanic who kept all those machines running. When Jim remustered to RCEME I was overjoyed to have such a fine person join our ranks.
In the years that followed I never met Jim again but I can see he had a successful career in RCEME
Rest in peace Jim.
JAL LEVESQUE MMM CD
RETIRED RCEME BRANCH CWO
I was very saddened to hear of Jim’s passing, my brother Bill Zroback and Jim spend much time at our family home at Hidden Valley, I was quite young but always respected Jim and enjoyed his visits very much, he was like family….. sorry for your loss Fran and family
Sincerely Stash
Dear Fran
We are very sorry to hear of Jim passing but glad he will no longer be in pain. We will miss his stories and jokes. May all your wonderful memories of Jim be of comfort to you. Our condolences to you and your Family.
Elizabeth and Doug