Peggy was born in Victoria, BC on December 19, 1925 and passed on April 17, 2011 at age 85. Peggy was able to stay in her beloved home, with the assistance of careworkers and her caregiver, Karen Chapman. She worked for the Saanich Tax Dept. for 30 years. She was a member of The Victoria Girls Drill Team, The Outdoor Club and Gilbert & Sullivan Society. She loved her garden, hiking and nature. Predeceased by her husband, Robert Birkett in 1996. Survived by her brother Archie Gillies, sisters-in-law Thelma Gillies, Irene Byers and Sylvia Punt, cousins, nieces and nephews. A resilient lady who will be remembered always.
A Memorial Service will be celebrated by the Reverend Gordon Thurston on Thursday, April 28th at 2:00 p.m. in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, followed by a reception in the Family Centre. Flowers are gratefully declined, tributes, if desired, may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
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Bob Punt (Nephew - Calgary, AB)
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Shannon MacDonald & family Sorry to hear about Aunty Peggys passing. My mom (Sylvia Byers) talked about her often before her passing in 2009. I remember dinners at my grandmas (Irene Byers) with Aunty Peggy there.
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Fred, June and Irene Byers Sorry to hear about Aunt Peggy. Unfortunately we are leaving today for vacation and will be out of town for the memorial service and Irene is in a extended care home. Our sympathy to Karen and the rest of the family. I know she spent lots of time with Aunt Peggy.
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DIANA BALL (NIECE) VERY SAD NEWS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE REST OF THE FAMILY. I LOVED GETTING TOGETHER WITH MY UNLCE BOB AND AUNTIE PEGGY AT THE HOME ON WATERLOO AND PLAYING BEAN BAG TOSS AS A CHILD THERE. LOVE, DIANA BALL
With heartfelt sympathy and understanding in this time of sadness. I have many fond memories of both Auntie Peggy and Uncle Bob.