Lynne A. Peterson, known in family circles as Auntie Anne and Lynne Anne, passed away at about 2:00 p.m. at the Victoria Hospice October 5th, 2011, in her beloved city of Victoria from numerous cancerous tumours. She was born on September 12, 1945 in Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan to John (Jack) Laughlin Cook and Millicent Agatha Williams. Lynne graduated as an R.N. in 1965, from Misericordia Hospital in Winnipeg where she worked for a year. She and three other nursing friends travelled around Europe at which time a serious car accident changed her life forever. In the Fall of 1969, knowing she couldn’t work as an R.N., she enrolled in the University of Saskatoon, graduating in three years with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then immediately moved to B.C. due to the prairie climate. Lynne worked for one year doing heart research in Vancouver for a group of doctors, then moved to Victoria to work as a public health nurse. This was the job for her, staying at the job until retiring just prior to age 65. Lynne is survived by three sons, Grant and twin brothers, David and John; one brother; two sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Dale Peterson; father, John Cook in 1984; mother, Millicent in 2011 and an infant brother. Lynne loved to play bridge and prior to the arrival of her immediate family, she travelled to places like Vegas and Hawaii to play competitive bridge. Lynne was very rich with many great friends, she always demonstrated such compassion for her family, siblings and friends. The family are so grateful for the many flowers, various goodies etc., that were given to Lynne during her final weeks. Lynne will always be remembered for her heartfelt kindness and compassion and her fighting spirit. The family is ever so grateful for the care and compassion demonstrated by the Victoria Hospice at Richmond Pavilion, the B.C. Cancer Society and all of the volunteers at the Hospice; they are just so compassionate.
A Celebration of her life will take place on Friday, October 7, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at SEQUOIA GARDENS MEMORIAL, 4665 Falaise Drive, in Royal Oak (Saanich) with a reception to follow. Cremation. As expressions of sympathy, donations in memory of Lynne can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria BC V8R 6V5 or BC Schizophrenia Society-Victoria, Branch, 941 Kings Road, Victoria, BC V8T 1W7. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Doug & Ivy Walton Our hearts are heavy with the passing of Lynne Ann. We were very fortunate to spend time with her and her Mother on her Mother’s 98th Birthday along with her brother Harold and Sister Audrey. We later shared an evening with Lynne Ann at a Curling Event in Victoria. Had her and her Mother to our home in March when my brothers visited
from Saskatchewan. We will live with those wonderful stories and memories. Our prayers and thoughts are with her boys Grant, David & John.Her brother Harold and sisters, Trudy and Audrey. . God Bless to all of you for your loving care in her last days.
Doug & Ivy Walton Victoria, B.C.
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Betty Anne McBride (nee Quick) I am a Class ’66 friend and classmate of “Cookies”. I just returned from Italy and thought of her often as we experienced the hairpin curves and difficult driving conditions there. Lynne Anne was a great lady in many ways and she endured her fate bravely.
I was so sorry to hear the news of her death on my return and send my love and condolences to her family. She will be missed but never ever forgotten.
My life has been mainly in Ontario so we connected at our Class Reunions on occasion.
Hugs,
Betty Anne
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Donna Ross I worked with Lynne for a number of years, she was a tremendous person. My deepest condolences to family and friends.
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Toni McPherson I’ve worked with Lynne for many years and I’m deeply saddened by her passing. She was an amazing lady and always full of fun. My sincere condolences to the family and friends, of which she had many.
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Randy Kaneen Lynne was an amazing contributor to the well being of the students and families at Oaklands Elementary School. Always providing insights and finding creative ways to assess and assist families she was an integral part of School-Based-Team meetings. I remember these and other things but the most important element for me was that Lynne always had the courage to do the right thing even when systems might have counseled otherwise.
Randy Kaneen
(former Principal in School District #61)
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Sandra & Murray Otterson Our thoughts are with you at this time. She will be missed.
Murray and Sandra Otterson
Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan.
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Stewart and Eleanor Walton So sorry to hear of Lynne Anne’s passing. We are glad that we had the opportunity to visit with Lynne Anne and her mother last March at Sannich. We had a very enjoyable afternoon with lots of memories shared of the times in Palmer. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at the time.
Stewart and Eleanor Walton
Borden Saskatchewan
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Diane Butcher nee Agopsowicz What a loss this is to all of us who knew and loved Lynne Anne!
Our friendship began in Grade 9 at SHA and carried on to Winnipeg where we trained at different Hospitals…eventually I ended up in Victoria, which was great, as we lived close to each other. This girl had more patience, spirit and fortitude than anyone I know and she did this with a smile and never ever complained once.I regret that our last high school reunion somehow slipped past the 5 year mark so I didn’t see her in that time but we sure had some pretty long phone conversations..mostly about kids,the good old days and the Blue Jays….Sure wish i could have gotten her down here for a game! Love to the boys and the rest of the family. You are all in my thoughts…I am honoured to have known your Mother and Sister. Love Diane.
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Bridget Kelly (great niece) Lynne Anne, or as I knew her (auntie Anne) was an amazing woman, Im no good at finding the words to say during a difficult time like this, but all I can say is that the memories I have of Lynne Anne are only those which are fond. I remember several weddings/reunions/her mothers milestone birthdays, dancing with her from dusk until dawn. that woman could move, even up there with her cane and her bones aching, she would still get her groove on. I always admired Lynne Anne’s strength, and my heart is bleeding for Trudy (my grandmother), Harold and Audry, for having to lose both their mother and their sister within a few short months of eachother, my love prayers and blessings go out to her entire family. and any family function that I will be attending from now on, I know will not be the same without her! all my love xoxo
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Dan Kelly Simple words cannot describe the grief I feel at this point in time, in losing such a special person. Aunty Anne will long be remembered with terrific memories by many of us. Her strength & determination in the face of all of her life’s challenges; were something to be admired. There are very few people who can garner the respect that my Aunt truly deserved.
Since I will be unable to attend the celebration of Aunty Anne’s life due to work responsibilities, just wanted to pass along my condolences to my cousins: David, Grant & John & to all my family…I love you all.
Respectfully & Sincerely
Dan
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mel Bolen Lynne has been a life long friend .The most courages person I have ever known..In the 44 years since the terrible accident in Europe she never gave into the terrible pain she has had all these years most people didn’t even know….She was a compassionate loving and caring always ready to help everyone…..Lynne was the smartest and bravest person I have ever known & I feel proud that she was my friend…Lynne will forever be missed by me and all who have had the honour of meeting her….My heart goes out to her loving family who stayed by her side everyday…love mel
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Corry Hutcheon nee Schuster Lynne Anne and I met in Grade 7, we walked through our teens and early 20’s together, steps filled with excitement, wonder and struggle.
I was so sorry to hear of her final battle.
To her boys; Grant, David and John, her family; Trudy, Harold and Audrey and their families and her many friends, please accept my deepest sympathies.
Corry
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Lenneal Jarrett nee Sorrell Lynne Anne was one of the bubbliest and most sincere people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing, and I know that she was a great mother, sister and friend as well. She will be greatly missed. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
I will be unable to attend the celebration of her life as I am meeting with my granddaughter in Vancouver, who I haven’t seen in a year, and I know that Lynne Anne would understand the importance of family.
Lenneal
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Larry Morse Very sorry you all lost a sibling and one of your family.Remember childhood days as well and although we never touched base throughout our lives beyond Palmer,the memories still linger on.
Remember the good times and Lynn Ann will be with you forever.
God Bless
Larry Morse
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Tom & Diane Royan We were so sad to hear about Lynne Anne passing away. She was an icredible person. She faced more in life than any one person should have to. Our thoughts are with all of her family.
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Helen Hastings & Bill Hastings//Simone Connors Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Lynne Anne, she will surely be missed. She was one of a kind person, with a zest for life.
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Don Connors REPOSTED FROM AN EMAIL SENT TO HAROLD YESTERDAY:
Thanks for keeping us posted Pard.Few things in my life have had the effect on me that your note did,saying she had passed on.It just seemed that a lot of emotions and a connection that was established over 40 years ago all came out.Even though we weren’t even in close contact the past many years,the connection in my soul was always there,so along with memories of Bernie’s long painful suffering with with her cancer,.it all was an emotional release for me today.I guess when I see people with that much spirit and ‘spunk’ in them,I follow their enthusiasm in feeling that they will make it through any and all challenges,forever.In the end,their calling is always a blessing.
My condolences to all your family and the boys….
In times such as this,we have a better understanding what the psalmist meant when he wrote “Yeah,though I walk through the valley of death….”,the signifigance being in grieving and ‘walking through’..moving on.Because,what we know of her,will be with us always..
God bless you all.
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Diane Dauphinais Lynne Anne will be missed by us all. She was an admirable & courageous person in every way!!!!! She was my best friend in childhood and still feel that way about her!
Hope this gives you strength to know that she had many friends who share your grief. Hugs to her boys!
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