It is with the saddest of hearts that we announce that Jeremy Dufton, age 44, our beloved son, brother and friend passed away suddenly on January 31, 2019.
Jeremy loved everything outdoors. He enjoyed photography, fishing, surfing and gardening. Our family will always remember his passion for nature and wildlife. He was happiest when he was on a river, somewhere remote in Northern BC. Jeremy was an accomplished fly fisherman and was so proud to have worked as a fly fishing guide. Jeremy was a kind person who always wanted to help others. He inspired and comforted many.
Jeremy leaves behind his father, John Dufton; mother, Ann Dufton; sister, Kate Cahill; brother, Ian Dufton and nephews, Owen, Liam and Jackson as well as numerous friends in Victoria and beyond.
“We miss you and want you to know that you will always be loved and never forgotten.”
A Celebration of Life will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive in Victoria at 2:00 pm on Monday, February 11, 2019.
Memorial donations may be made to Umbrella Society for Addictions and Mental Health.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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I’m saddened to hear this news as I only found out yesterday.
Oh Jeremy, I will miss you my dear friend, you have helped me overcome so many obstacles including being by my side when I was dealing with cancer. A gentle giant to say the least, you were a great man and more importantly a great soul! Your sense of humour ceased to amaze me. Never forgotten my friend…until we meet again. My deep condolences to the Dufton family
Dear Ann, John and family,
My deepest condolences on this terribly sad news. I have many fond memories of time spent with Jeremy some 20 years ago, from hiking and rafting in New Zealand to driving the logging roads of Northern BC. He was a lovely man with the kindest heart.
Dear Dufton family,
My condolences and I’m very saddened to hear of Jeremy’s passing.
Jeremy and I spoke often, which always included reminiscing about our tree planting days and other great experiences. Jeremy taught me how to fly fish on Takla Lake and I’ll never forget the excitement of landing my first steelhead. Jeremy made me laugh and was there for me always, especially when I lost my father and invited me stay at his B&B in Oak Bay. Although Jeremy struggled, he always worked to improve and was very talented. I admired his efforts in advocating for the protection of the pristine Stikine River Valley and other special places. He was constantly planning his next outdoor adventure. Jeremy is a wonderful person that kept in touch with his friends and like many – I will truly miss his friendship.
I met Jeremy planting trees in Prince George. We became close friends during that time and I had an opportunity to then travel with him in Central America. These times ,that I am greatful to have shared with Jeremy ,account for some of the fondest memories of my life. I am certain that Jeremy felt likewise,we had some fun let me tell you. He will truly be missed. I intended to attend the celebration of life today but unfortunately won’t make it due to weather. However I will be there in spirit and send my greatest condolences to the family.
To John and Ann and family,
I’m so sorry to read of the loss of Jeremy and send sincere condolences to all.
Our deepest sympathies to John, Ann, Kate and Ian. We send our love, thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Marian Buchanan, Prince George.
My sincere condolences to the Dufton family. I still cannot wrap my head around that Jeremy has left this world, we even spoke a few months ago.
Jeremy was such an outdoor lover and great fly fisherman with a great sense of humour, he is with no doubt, in another beautiful nature, happy.
He will be missed. Thinking of you.
So very sad to hear about Jeremy’s passing. A lovely man whom I had the pleasure of knowing, especially through Whittall House at BCS. Many on this page have mentioned his kindness… an undervalued virtue that Jeremy had in spades.