Born in Victoria, BC and passed away August 3, 2016 with family by his side. Predeceased by the love of his life of 66 years, Patricia Page. Lew is lovingly remembered by his children, Jill (Ralph), Ken (Diana), Melinda (Don); 4 grandchildren, Todd (Andrea), Darren (Tracy), Robyn (Jorge) and Paul; 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Lew attended Oaklands, Central and Victoria High School. He Served in the Armed Forces (1942-1946). Lew was employed as a foreman at the City of Victoria Parks Department for 35 years. In the year 2000, Lew was inducted into the Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame and Softball City in Surrey. Lew loved his sports and dedicated “80” loyal years to all sport. He officiated basketball, softball, and also played and coached. Lew’s a life member in Basketball BC, Softball BC and for many decades a member of Canadian Umpire’s Association.
A special thanks to the staff at Broadmead Lodge, VGH 4th floor and The Victorian at McKenzie.
There will be no service at Lew’s request. Private family cremation.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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To all the McCorkall family.
We have many memories of both Lew and Pat and the “kids”. Len was coached by Lew in softball and basketball with little Kenny running around then. Many happy memories of trips to championships and later with all the kids in tow. Len refereed basketball over the years with Lew as well.
Our sincere sympathy to you all.
Len and Shirley Anderson
I saw the beautiful, friendly face of a man I knew as umpire and friend. It was always a pleasure to be pitching a game when Lew was umpire because he took such a genuine interest in people. He always had anecdotes or inquiry about my family and I could not help but admire and respect him. What a great loss to his family who were used to sharing him with the sporting community, what a great loss to humanity. A genuine Gentle Man, much loved.
The City of Victoria Parks Division employees would like to express our sincere condolences to the McCorkall family after hearing of the passing of Lew .
We still have a few employees working with us who started their career with Lew , as he was winding up his ; leading our Repair / Construction Crew . Lew help to develop and shape many parks and green space throughout Victoria , which we as employees and the residents still benefit from today . We appreciate all of Lew’s efforts to make our city more “liveable” with his 35 years of work service to the City .
Lew’s contribution to our local sporting community lasted way longer than his working career…… his encouragement , engagement , efforts and ever presence at the local diamonds made such a huge difference to so many . Again , greatly appreciated by all of us .
A great loss of a great man . Thank you Lew for sharing your knowledge , skill and passion so freely .
The City of Victoria Parks Division employees