Jani died unexpectedly at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC, in the presence of loved ones.
Predeceased by her parents and sister Patricia, her dogs Suzie and Snooper. Jani is survived by her children, James (Cindy) McNee, Michelle (Paul) Whitehouse, Danielle McNee (Vic Cromarty); grandchildren Breanne Whitehouse and husband Lee, Stephen Whitehouse and his daughter Ryleigh; nieces Alana Boorman and Laura Wedman.
Jani was born in Sandy’s Parish, Bermuda, where she lived until she was six. Her family finally settled in Victoria when she was twelve after living in Britain, New York, Boston and Vancouver. She graduated from Mount View High School.
Jani started working as a secretary for her father and continued in that field most of her working career. She owned a ceramics shop and was a ceramics teacher and judge. Later, she worked in the service industry and brass party sales.
Jani loved her ocean views, beautiful gardens and pond. She always kept busy with gardening, shopping, reading, puzzles and fabulous manicures. For many years, she enjoyed camping and exploring new places with her former partner Lee. She was devoted to all of her pets thru the years, most recently her beloved daxies Suzie and Snooper. Family and friends get-togethers were her way of giving to others. She loved the holidays, whether in Victoria or with her Arizona snowbirds.
Jani was an enthusiastic and active member of the Cadillac Cub from the beginning and was instrumental in organizing the annual Cadillac and Oak Bay car shows. She considered the club members her extended family.
Jani was an intelligent, kind and creative person. As a shy woman who cared deeply about her family, friends, animals and the environment, she will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Jani’s Life will be held at the Beach House Restaurant, 5109 Cordova Bay Road, Victoria, BC, on Saturday January 25, 2020 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Many thanks to caring staff of Royal Jubilee Hospital, ICU.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Victoria Hospital Foundation, area of care Royal Jubilee Hospital ICU. https://www.victoriahf.ca/donatetoareaofcare/
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Heidi and Rod
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Julie Bashford (Shotton) Dear Dani,
I’d like to pass on my condolences to you and your family over the loss of your Mum. It’s been many years since we last connected. I have memories of hanging out with you when your family lived on Craigflower Road, drinking tea and reading Harlequin books! Your Mum was always so very kind – and I remember she loved those little white doggies!
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Kathy Connolly I’m sorry you have lost your mom, friend and neighbour. I will miss our chats that we would have if we saw one another walking down Hollywood Cres. She was a lovely lady and will be missed in the neighbourhood.
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Maggie Zabder My condolences to the family on the loss of your Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and friend. I had pleasure of meeting Jani many years ago. It is a shame she was taken from this world so unexpectedly. May she live on in your hearts as a twinkle in the sky along with many of our loved ones before her.
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Mel and Linda It is with great sadness that we write this message. Jani was a lovely kind lady who always made us very welcome to her home in Victoria when we travelled to the annual Cadillac show. God Bless you. May she now rest in peace and be with her beloved pets.
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Paul and Jacky Crouch Our sincere condolences to Dani and Family at this very sad time. Also to Dewane and members of the Cadillac Club on the loss of a dear friend and a dedicated and valued member of the club. We shall always remember Jani’s friendship and hospitality.
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Val Burnside So sorry to hear about the passing of Jani. We wrote our Ceramic Teachers and Judges together and worked many ceramic shows. A really down to earth person! It was a pleasure knowing her. My condolences to the family.
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Victor Cromarty My ddepest condolances.
Jani was a lovely woman and she will be missed by all who knew her. RIP Jani
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Dewane Ollech To Jani.
My friend and confidant. To our club, which we built together. To our friendship, our bickering, and our family closeness. Love you girl. Rest in peace, enjoy the quiet with Susie and Snooper.
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Alana Boorman and Laura Wedman Jay, Kelly, Dani and family,
We are sorry for your loss
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Shelley Thackray I am very sorry to hear about your Mom, although I didn’t have an opportunity to meet her, I think from what I know about her daughter, Kelly she must have been a great person and she will be missed. Blessings to the family and condolences
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Marianne englund So sorry to hear about you mother. She was a dear sweet friend of mine and I will miss her beautiful face and smile. May she rest in peace. May God bless you all and keep you in his arms so you cane heal from her death.
From Jani’s Celebration of Life:
We didn’t actually know Jani. We came because we love Vic and Dani. But after today we feel like we have shared in so many amazing Jani memories!
Thank You Jani.