Lucille Rachel Bishop (nee Hastings) passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side on January 3, 2017. Rachel is survived by her husband, Gary, and her Uncle Ray, reuniting with her parents, Janet and Keith, for whom she unfailingly cared for.
Travel was Rachel’s most profound mentor. It provided the experiences which created a empathetic, generous, graceful and loving woman. Always a creative spirit, Rachel immensely enjoyed pursuing her many artistic interests.
A refuge of calm amidst a storm, she best exemplified this by her optimism, determination and courage until her last breath. I can’t believe we have lost you. I’ll love you forever, Sweetheart.
A very special thank you to Maureen, Jamie and those that cared for her with such kindness at Victoria Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Victoria Hospice or BC Cancer Foundation are appreciated.
Respectfully, Rachel has requested no service.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
21 Responses
Gary, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Janice
I am thinking of you Gary and am very sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed catching up with you both on the ferry to Salt Spring Island. Rachel was lovely and kind.
Melanie LeBrun
My condolences to Gary and Rachel’s many friends on the sudden loss of dear Rachel.
I’ll always remember my niece as a mischievous little girl who grew up to be a loving and devoted daughter and wife.
Rachel,I am proud and grateful for having been part of your life.
Rest in peace dear Rachel.
Uncle Ray
I worked at 800 Johnson Street in the finance dept., for 8 years and enjoyed the many times Rachel and I would chat about dealing with our aging parents. I always found her to be such a calm and grounded person who always had a smile, nothing seemed to upset her which is hard to imagine with all that she did.
To say that this is a sad time is an understatement, my heart goes out to Gary and family as she was a beautiful soul.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jacquie Vanderwood
Gary, We are so very sorry for your lose.
Uncle Steve and family
I had the honour of working with Rachel in the early 1990’s at the Legislative Buildings. Rachel was a very special person and loved and respected by all who knew her. I am deeply saddened to hear of her recent passing. Gary, my sincere condolence to you, your family and friends. Rachel will be dearly missed.
We are so sorry for your loss. Rachel was a very special, kind, beautiful woman that we had the privilege of working with and become caring friends.
We send our love and prayers to help console you at this very difficult time.
We will remember the amazing Rachel in our minds and hearts forever!
Sincerely Dave and Marguerite
I am deeply saddened to hear of Rachel’s unexpected departure from this world.
She was a very kind and thoughtful person.
My thoughts are with her family, friends, and colleagues during these difficult times.
Rest in Peace, Rachel.
Gary and family/friends: It is so hard to believe her beautiful life was cut short so suddenly. My heart goes out to you as you face such an enormous loss and grief.
Thinking of you,
Val Watanabe (Maureen Bird’s sister)
I met Rachel over 20 years ago and worked with her many times. She was an amazing person and true friend. She always looked out for others and was a great source of inspiration for those of us who were so lucky to have her as part of our life. Rachel touched the lives of so many people and will be missed greatly by all who knew her. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Gary and the family
Luv you Rachie.