February 21, 1926 – August 3, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, Janis Helen Smith on August 3, 2013. Janis passed away peacefully and with dignity. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland and at the age of 6 months moved to Vancouver with her parents and siblings. They then all moved to Victoria when Janis was 16. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Tom; her sister, Elsa and brother, Bert. She is survived by her sons, Marty (Aline) Smith, Mike (Caroline) Smith and her daughter, Jill (Jim) Rutledge; six grandchildren, David, Nicole, Jason, Tara, Kevin and Ryan and ten great-grandchildren. Janis was a longtime member of the Uplands Golf Course. She will be remembered lovingly forever by her family and friends. Private family cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to Victoria Hospice. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Peter and Carollyn Moretti
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Kelly & Stan Gibb Dear Jill, Jim, Ryan and family members;
We are so very sorry to hear of your Mum’s passing. My mom just called me and told me of the story in the paper today.
Jill, you were the best daughter a mother could want. You were her best friend and she was so lucky to have you as her daughter.
She was a wonderful person that we enjoyed her company and wonderful times we had together over the years.
Our heart goes out to you all at this very sad time.
Please know that we are thinking of you.
Love to you all.
Stan & Kelly
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Michele Morrison Jill, I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. It breaks my heart as I know it breaks yours. She was a dear friend to my mom, and both your parents were such good fun friends to my parents – we were raised with your family in ours – I can still hear your mom’s wonderful laugh, as they played cards late into the night…I’ve always seen your mom in you, and so I know she lives on….my deepest condolences
Love
Michele
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Caroline smith Janis my sweet mother-law I will miss your laughter and always smiling face I will miss our special times together . Not only were you my mothers-law you were my friend always there for me. I will never forget you
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Kayitesi Venantie Dear Family,
I share the grief and sadness at the passing of your mother and grand-mother. What makes me even more sad is that I looked forward to seeing her on my return from holidays as she was one of the Residents in my care when I left more than a month ago. When I returned I was told that she was in hospital and prayed for her speedy recovery. God decided otherwise. May she rest in Peace, I will miss her.My prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Courage and stay strong as you celebrate Janice’s life.
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David and Joan Brewer Dear Marty and Aline,
Our condolences on the passing of your mother.
Take comfort in your memories of her.
David and Joan
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Bunty Price To a dear friend’s family,
Memories are the flowers in the garden of the heart. May you find comfort in warm memories and in knowing others sympathize and care.
Bunty
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Karen Percival Dear Smith Family
It is with great sadness I hear of the passing of your mom and my friend Jan. She was a kind and loving lady with a wonderful warm smile.. Jan will always hold a special place in my heart. The love she felt for her family was shared every time she came into the Club. So proud of each and everyone of you from the grandchildren to her own children. May all your great memories give you comfort at this time and smiles down the road.
Karen Percival
Uplands Golf club
To Jill ,Marty and Mike your Mother was well loved by everyone that shat she touched. I am sorry for your loss tender thoughts all our best. Peter and Carollyn Moretti