BOYS, Jefferay Vincent Passed away at home November 19, 2009 in the arms of his loving family, following a brief illness and having reached his goal of 100 years, September 30, 2009. Predeceased by Laura, his loving wife of 71 years, in March 2006; his sister Gwyn and brother Lionel, U. K. Survived by daughters Ann Patterson and Sheila Bridgman (Hamish) of Victoria BC.; grandchildren Jeremy (Reagan), Samantha, Jennifer, Monty, Caerleon, Angus (Angela); great grandchildren Myles, Dylan, Cole, Sofia and countless nieces and nephews and their children. Jefferay’s passion was his family. He was a wonderful Husband, Dad, Granddad and Great Granddad! Born in St. Alban’s, Hertfordshire, England, in 1909, the youngest of three children, he immigrated to Canada in 1929. In the early ’30s he joined the B.C. Provincial Police and while living in Telegraph Creek he met and married Laura (Robbins) in 1934. He joined the RCAF Ferry Command in 1942, flying countless missions during WWII. Following the war, he joined the Federal Civil Service as Indian Agent in Cranbrook, later transferring to Hazelton, Kamloops, Duncan, Ottawa, and finally to Vancouver as Commissioner of Indian Affairs for BC and the Yukon. Prior to retiring, he moved to Victoria with Indian Affairs, liaising between the Provincial and Federal Governments. In retirement he enjoyed golf (Royal Victoria Golf Club), fishing, travelling, gardening, music, friends, and all family endeavours. Special thanks to Dr. Nehra, Stephanie, Guido, Parris and Pamela. Funeral service will be held at Christ Church Cathedral’s Lady Chapel, Friday, November 27, 2009 at 11:30 hours. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Victoria Red Cross Society would be appreciated.
-
David Mansell
Dear Sheila,
I saw your father’s obituary recently and wanted to send you my sincere condolences. I was also very sorry to hear that your mother had passed away in 2006.
Regrettably, we lost my father in May 2006, however my mother is still in relatively good health.
Your father had a long and full life with the love and support of a wonderful daughter and family. I know you will cherish your memories of him forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With sympathy,
David Mansell