SEAMAN,(nee Ade) MARION RUTH of Victoria, B.C passed away at the age of 84 on November 6, 2012. Born in Ottawa on January 16th 1928, Marion enjoyed 59 years of marriage to Patrick Doyle Seaman with whom she lovingly raised four children.
She extended her warmth and care to the lives of many people through her lifelong nursing career. She originally trained at the Ottawa Civic Hospital graduating in 1950, and began her professional nursing at Shaughnessy Hospital in Vancouver. After moving to Victoria, she worked at St. Joseph’s and the Jubilee Hospitals, and as a private duty nurse. Marion obtained her Bachelor of Nursing in 1983 and became a Mental Health Nurse at Eric Martin Institute, and culminated her career as a Community Mental Health Nurse for the Ministry of Health.
Marion had great passion for life, learning and her family. She and Doyle nurtured the lives and accomplishments of their four children and five grandchildren. Marion enjoyed music, animals and world travel. She and Doyle created beautiful, welcoming family homes in Victoria, Qualicum Beach, and a family cottage at Cowichan Lake. Her warm and caring presence filled our lives and homes with love.
Marion is survived by her husband, Patrick Doyle Seaman, her dear sister Morna Brown, sons Ken (Hanna), Trevor (Miroslava), daughters Heather, and Margot Bergland (Don). She is also survived by her five grandchildren: Anton, Erika, Rowan, Olivia, and Laura.
We will all miss her deeply.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2pm on Saturday November 17th, 2012 at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive in Victoria with a reception to follow.
With gratitude, and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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CHARLES HENDRICKSON
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Brad and Hazel Wylie Dear Doyle, We were saddened to learn of Marion’s death. We shall always be grateful for the years that you lived in Qualicum Beach. We treasured Marion as a friend and an especially valued member of our book club. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Brad and Hazel Wylie
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Brian Roe Dear Doyle and family,
I am so sorry about the sudden and unexpected passing of such a lovely woman. I was just getting to know her and was looking forward to a great future for you both at Somerset House. I can feel a part of your grief and I offer my deepest sympathy. If there is anything I can do to offer help or support, please reach out any time.
Sincerely,
Brian Roe
Somerset House
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Allan and Crista McDonald Please accept our condolences. Marion is an inspiration to us all and I (Allan) will always remember her cheery smile which always gave me a lift and our discussions about music (Ukulele and mandolin).
Allan McDonald
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Audrey & Manus McGee To all Marion’s family, our deepest sympathy for the loss of so beautiful person. So thankful to have has her as a kind and caring neighbour. Audrey & Manus
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Cheryl 'Cherylita' Craig Doyle, Margot, Heather and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Marion. I have fond memories of the times we were able to spend with one another down in Mexico sharing stories under the palapa! She had a unique way of making you feel so special!!! She will be greatly missed! I offer you my deepest sympathy. Take comfort in knowing that you now have a guardian angel to watch over you!
Cheryl
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Dick and Shirley Giske Dear Doyle and family,
We were so sorry to read of Marion’s death and send out deepest sympathy to you all.
Shirley and Dick
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Connie Mitchell We are so sorry to hear the news and will miss Marion’s insightful conversations. My family and I send love to the family and especially to my cousin Doyle. Love, Connie Mitchell
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Susan (Passmore) Hutson To Uncle Doyle, cousins Heather, Margo, Trevor and Ken,
I extend my sympathy on the passing of Aunt Marion. She was such a kind, compassionate human being and it was my honour to have known her. Very kindest regards to all of you.
Susan
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Barry Brown Marion was a dear sister to Morna Brown, Aunt to Julie, Barry and his wife Ann. Marion will be greatly missed by all. With love from the Brown Family
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Bonnie Light It is with sorrow that I write this, but with gratitude that I honour Marion’s life and her compassion for others. She nurtured many of us who were friends of her children, and shared her wisdom in the most gentle and loving way.
I feel so eternally blessed to have known her. I became a better person because of Marion and am ever thankful.
I send love to all her family.
There are some things that never, ever leave us. A mother’s love is one of them. She will be with you always. She was such a sweet, kind and loving person I will always remember her beautiful spirit.
With much love,
Chuck