March 11, 1929 – October 22, 2010
Survived by his wife Katharine, daughter Ruth, and sons Jim (Jan Darby) and Ron (Janet Mulcaster); also sister Hannah Thompson (Wayne) and brothers Paul (Diana), John (Jill), and Jerome (Myra); also nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother George.
After receiving an electrical engineering degree at UBC, Joe worked for nearly 30 years at BC TEL in Vancouver. He always loved big projects – building a 24 foot cedar strip plank sailboat in his basement, completing his retirement home in Deep Cove, and designing and building bronze sundials. “Modify” was his favorite word – tweaking others’ designs for his needs. He was a great husband and a loving father. He was a good man.
A service will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. Private interment to take place at Royal Oak Burial Park.
Thanks to all the staff at Victoria General Hospital Intensive Care Unit. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Parkinson Society BC, #600 – 890 W Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1J9. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com
19 Responses
Ruth I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May you find strength and peace when you think of him during this sad time. Our sincere condolences. Lyn and Gabor
Jim – Mitchell and I are very sorry for your loss. He will live on in your hearts.
Dear Ms. Picha, Ruth, Ron and Jim,
I was so very sad to hear of your loss. Mr. Picha was such a warm, gentle soul. I will always remember him helping us maneuver the kayaks with his unique pulley system.
My heartfelt condolences, Eileen
Dear Kathy & family,
Our thoughts are with you all in this time of mourning Joe’s death. May you all be filled with loving memories of the many years you have shared with your dear husband and Dad.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
We were saddend to hear of Joe’s passing. We have such great memories of both of our families at Deep Cove. Our thoughts are with you all.
George, Greg, and Wendy
(Sturgess)
Dear Ruth,
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Jenny and I offer our cincere Condolence with the loss of Jo.
My heartfelt condolences Auntie Kathy, Jim, Ruth, Ron
In spite of Uncle Joe’s long illness, it was still a shock when he passed. May you have strength during this time of acceptance.