John was born on October 28, 1925 in Eastborne, England and passed away on December 25, 2015 at home in Victoria, B.C. He was predeceased by his wife, Joan and will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Kerri (Tom) and Marcia; grandchildren, Traci (Jim), Graig (Jessica), Steven (Jessica), David; great-grandchildren, Bailey, Austin, Madison, Woodrow, Ernest and stepson, Darren.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2016 at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson and Vancouver Streets.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Erwin Landsberger
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Darren Udd John was the most incredibly sincere, caring and loving man. He had the patience of a saint. He married my mother after his first wife Joan had passed. He took on a second wife and her young son. John was a man of grace and class. Through his example, he taught me how to be a better person, and taught me the lessons of being a gentleman, and a man of character. I will never forget him and that beautiful smile. I think of him often and cherished the time we had together. I still think of him and it brings me warmth and happiness to have been blessed to have known him. I love you John. God Bless, and I know you are at peace looking down with Joan, with no TRACI by your side.
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Wiink2 For Hair and Body Our deepest condolences to John’s friends and family. We so enjoyed having John in here for his regular pedicures and chats about his beloved family as well as things he loved like award shows and movies. He will be deeply missed.
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Lynn West To the family of John Benham: I was the Executive Director of the B.C.S.P.C.A., Victoria Branch when John served as a director and eventually president of the Board. He was a kind man who cared about animals and also cared about people. I have nothing but respect and fond memories of John even though it has been many years since I have had any contact with him. I am sure that you will feel his loss deeply and I send my deepest sympathies to all of you.
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David and Clare Attwell Dear Kerri and Marcia,
John was a gentleman and we really enjoyed conversing with him. He had a life well lived and he was so proud of the whole family. He will be missed but never forgotten. It’s our parents who make us who we are and he (and your mom) did a great job.
With lots of love from Dave, Clare, Erin and Adam.
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Cheryl Thomas Sorry very sorry to hear of your loss. From the stories you both told of your Dad, and how you talked about him I could tell without meeting him, what a special fellow he was and how much he meant to you both. My heart goes out to you both. Much love.
Cheryl Thomas
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Christina Yee Dearest Marci, Kerri and family you are all close in my thoughts. I extend my heartfelt sympathy to all of you. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Father (Grandfather). With much love to you all.
Affectionately
Christina Yee
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Chris & NaDine McDowell We’re so sorry for your loss Kerry. We’re thinking of you and your family.
Chris & NaDine.
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Wendy Bardsley Dear Kerri and Marcia, so sorry for your loss. Uncle John and Auntie Joan were a big part of my Mum’s life when she was young; she always speaks of them with such fondness. I know she really missed them when they left England for Canada all those years ago but looked forward to and enjoyed their subsequent visits. Just last month Mum and I visited Shoreham and we passed the Church where your Mum and Dad got married, Mum and I sat and she reminisced about their wedding day and their return to the same church on your Mums last trip to England. Sending love to you both, and all the family, we are thinking of you. Our deepest sympathies. Wendy Grant, Max and Maya xxx
I worked under John when he was the Administrator of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital until about 1990. John was a smart and caring individual, I was his Director of Finance and he always supported me in my career. I am always grateful to him. Thank you John I owe you. He told me he used to play soccer in England so I being a soccer Coach we used to talk about the world game. The Saanich Peninsula Hospital was elevated in the field and at the Ministry level thanks to the direction of John, his programs and his staff. Unfortunately after he retired the hospital fell onto incompetent and twisted people. John continued his competent direction leading the B.C. SPCA.