Judith peacefully passed away at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 17, 2010. She was born in Toronto, Ontario on May 1, 1950, the first child of James and Eleanor Esler. Judith is survived by her loving husband Barry Stein. Lovingly remembered by her; son, Jordan Buckberrough (Tracey); her daughter, Jaclyn Rose (Jason); her grandchildren, (Halla, Olivia and Sophie Rose); sisters, Pamela Collins (Brent), Elizabeth Tower (Steve) and Margaret Cudmore (Ric); former husband, Douglas Buckberrough; aunts; nieces; nephews and cousins. Special thanks to all her caregivers including nurses, homecare assistants and physicians.
Visitation will be held at McCall Bros. Funeral Home on Saturday August 21, 2010 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A Celebration of Judith’s life will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets on Sunday, August 22, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with The Reverend Thomi Glover officiating. A reception will follow in McCall’s Family Centre at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Judith Stein Wellness Trust Fund for Adolescent First Nations Girls. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.mccallbros.com.
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I became aware only today of Judith’s passing & send my deepest condolences to her family. Judith was one of my UVIC instructors for my nursing degree. She was so knowledgeable, committed to her work as an educator & a beautiful person. I was so pleased to learn that she had joined the nursing team at Health Canada, giving support to us nurses on First Nations reserves. Judith will be greatly missed. I will remember Judith fondly & I am so glad I had the opportunity to share a small part of her precious life. My thoughts are with you.
I am so sorry about the passing of Judy. She was such a vibrant woman and I feel lucky to have known her as she was very inspiring and truly a kind person. I will never forget you Judy. wendy
To Judith’s family, please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I had the distinct pleasure of learning from and working alongside Judith to pilot the first Aboriginal Girls Circle in BC. This year marks the 6th consecutive year of Girls Circle. Through Judith’s steadfast commitment and transformational leadership, her passion became my passion, and the Girls Circle continues to take flight in other Aboriginal communities across the province. Judith was an exemplary mentor, a colleague and friend. I am thankful and honored that we crossed paths.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers…
Judith was such a passionate and committed nurse who I meet while at the University of Victoria. Our paths crossed many times when we both studied there. I was alway inspired by her vision and knowledge of advanced nursing practice and the role of the nurse in promoting the health of First Nations communities. The other thing I loved was that she always made me laugh. To Judith’s family, please accept my heartfelt condolences. Judith will be greatly missed. Bernie
Judy was a true mentor and wonderful colleague, nurse and friend. Her commitment to, and love for, both her family and her profession was an inspiring example.
My heartfelt condolences to Judith’s family,
Lorelei Newton
Dear Barry, Jordan, Jaclyn, Pam, Margie, and Elizabeth
Judy and I have been friends since we were giggling, happy, 15 year olds. Even though I rarely saw her after the move to BC when we did meet we carried on as if yesterday.
Thank you Pam for keeping me notified. I will keep her memory alive in my heart.
Love Carol
It is with great sadness we heard of the passing of Judy. She was one of the brilliant lights in this chaotic world. Our hearts go out to you; Barry, Jordan and Jaclyn and the grandchildren.
Yours sincerely, Jo-Anne Shaw and family
Judith put her heart and sole into working with First Nation’s communities in a variety of roles and I am honored to have called her a friend and colleague. Judith created the first clinical nurse specialist role in mental health and carved the way in a new land of nursing possibilities in FNIHB. She offered both of herself and nursing expertize in a way that supported others in community to create new programs or practices.
Barry and her family; I offer my condolences for your loss; the loss both as a wife, mother but also an exceptional nurse who truly put the care into nursing.
Charlotte Thompson
I knew Judy during graduate school at University of Washington. She was an excellent nurse and fantastic person. She gave a presentation to the Washington State Association of Occupational Health Nurses years ago that I still draw knowledge from. She will be greatly missed.