With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to Lynn after she left us much too soon on November 4, 2020 in Victoria, B.C. She was born on January 8, 1944 in the little town of Rawdon, Quebec at the foot of the Laurentian Mountains.
Predeceased by the love of her life, D’Arcy in 2016, Lynn is survived by her son Doug (Gloria), daughter Kerrilee, grandchildren Danielle (Matt), Andrew, Heather (Dennis), Matthew, Rebecca, Maddison (Luch) and Chelsea and great-grandchildren Lucy and Logan. She leaves behind her brother Kerry (Paula) and her sister Mary-Anne (Fred) and her numerous nieces and nephews and their families in Quebec and Ontario. She also leaves behind Pearl, her loyal and faithful Boston Terrier. She will be missed by her many friends and church family at St. Phillips.
Growing up in rural Quebec, Lynn was a farm girl at heart and instilled a strong work ethic to her family, but was always watching over her younger siblings. She loved so many outdoor activities but had a passion for skiing. Lynn was educated at the Royal Victoria School of Nursing in 1964 and was successful at achieving her goal of becoming a Head Nurse at a young age. After marrying D’Arcy, they moved between Montreal and Vancouver before finally settling in Victoria. While they loved to travel and saw all parts of the world, her favourite place was always her home with D’Arcy on Arbutus Cove.
She was a dedicated follower of Christ and despite the last few years in chronic pain, her faith never wavered. Lynn showed tremendous love to her family and friends and will be remembered as fun-loving, open-hearted, and kind. She is smiling once again with D’Arcy, holding hands, and at peace.
A Celebration of Life will be held virtually on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 12:00 pm. Click the following link to attend.
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71231825954?pwd=Y25OdUsyYkxrNmZkK0VMZmpXTVJZQT09
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to SPCA https://spca.bc.ca/locations/victoria/ and The Canadian Red Cross https://www.redcross.ca/donate/
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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26 Responses
Dear Kerrilee and Doug. I was shocked to hear of Lynn’s passing on Nov. 4th. Thinking back our family had been friends for 40 years. Over the years I would bump into your mom walking Katie or at Peppers…would often see your dad running all over the neighbourhood or the university as I was out walking our family dog. We always stopped for a chat. I’d seen much more of Lynn since D’Arcy’s death. She was struggling so I invited her over for a glass of wine and chat. Being a widow for some time I passed along some advice, some information and just normal family stuff. This was the start of many nice get-togethers. I hadn’t seen her for a while but ran into her walking Pearl in our neighbourhood. We had a short but sweet visit and caught up on news. She seemed good but her health was such a big issue. I just wanted you both to know I considered her a dear friend and am very sorry for your loss.
Dear Kerrilee, Doug and families, We send our love and sympathy on the death of your mother and grandmother. It was so unexpected and sudden that it is difficult to absorb. Lynn was such a lovely person and very stoic in the face of constant pain. In spite of her challenges, she always had a smile and cheerful greeting for everyone. May you find comfort in the happy memories you all have of her.
Dear Kerry and Family,
I was shocked and so very sad to hear of Lynn’s sudden passing. We were all so appreciative of her help in organizing our wonderful RVH (Royal Victoria Hospital) reunion in Sept 2019. I was just starting to get to know the lovely Lynn in recent years, visiting her in her beautiful home by the ocean and having coffee when ever I would visit Victoria. Lynn was just so beautiful and serene, and I will miss her so much. Condolences to the whole family……from ‘Deedz’ in Perth ON, RVH classmate, class of 64
Dear Kerrilee,
I am so saddened to hear about your moms passing. My deepest sympathy to you, Doug and your children. She was a real beauty inside and out. A generous and thoughtful person and she had a great sense of humour too.
Thinking of you,
Tiffany
Dear Kerrilee & Doug, I’m so sorry to hear the news about your mother and send my condolences to you and your families. I still have memories of the place on Tashy and can only imagine how tolerant and generous your mom must have been with the epic hide and seek games from roof to basement and the cases of Pop Shoppe. My own mom is in the neighbourhood still and had many good conversations with your mom over the years, especially in the last few years. Take care everyone.
To Lynn’s Family,
We were so sorry to read of Lynn’s passing in the Times Colonist. Darcy and Lynn were very good friends to us when we first arrived in Victoria in 1979. Although we had drifted apart over the years we continued to think fondly of them both.
We hope you have many wonderful memories of Lynn that will sustain you in the coming days.
May Lynn rest in peace.
Prayers and warm wishes, Bob and Maureen Bennett
So sorry to hear about Lynn’s passing. i saw her last year in Victoria atour RVH, nursing reunion. She also came to St John’s Newfoundland. . Since we graduated in 1964, I guess we only met at these gatherings. My sincerest condolences to all of you
Dear Doug, Kerrilee, MaryAnn and Kerry, my deepest condolences. I only met with Lynn from time to time when she would return to the farm some weekends, when I was visiting MaryAnn. And I remember how kindly Lynn was to remember to come and visit my parents on their farm, on some of her later visits. I will miss her presence and her smile. Thinking of you all. With Love, Debbie and Valentina Poirier
My sympathy to you on the loss of your dear Mother, Lynn.
I have known her for many years primarily through the Medical Wives of Victoria and the Community Service Group we were involved with. Lynn was very involved in all we did in the community and she was always cheerful and a person we could depend on to get things done.
She was a true family person and felt deeply involved in family life.
It was too early for her to leave us but trust that she has gone on to a better life.
Karilee and Doug:
We were shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your mother. Viv had only talked to her recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families.
We have many fond memories of your Mother and Dad, going back 54 years: Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary and Palm Springs. We will always remember the ski trip with your Mother to Jasper.
John and Vivian