Sergio Barbon
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our Dad on June 1st, 2026. Born November 6th, 1937, in Spresiano, Italy to Augusto and Angela. Dad met the love of his life – Elide in 1958. In 1960 he moved to Canada (Victoria) following his brothers Egidio and Arturo – for […]
Lee Chin (Clare) Hughes
Clare Hughes passed away peacefully June 9, 2026, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Lee Chin Yap was born in Seremban, Malaya, an oldest child. She grew up there and in Kuala Lumpur from the age of 10. She attended the teacher’s college of the University of Malaya where she met William (Bill) Hughes, who was […]
Catharine Brouwer Read
Catharine Read, beloved mother of Nathan and Noah Read, died May 27, 2026, in Victoria after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 74. She lived and died surrounded by the love of her family and many loving friends. Her two sons and dear friend Molly were with her for a peaceful passing. Catharine was […]
Michael David Metcalfe
Mike passed away suddenly at home on June 3. Mike is survived by his loving wife, Margaret, together for 51 years, and their sons Brent (Jen) and Scott (Zara). Mike was so proud of his role as Pa to his grandchildren Nando, Lewin, Soumayya, and Ilyas. Mike also leaves behind his close siblings Susan (Raymond), […]
Douglas Walter Kot
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Doug. He was the beloved husband of Jill, Dad to Shannon and Steve (Megan), and Grandad to Teagan and Charlie. Doug was born and raised in Calgary Alberta, attended Bowness High School and the University of Calgary where he studied physical education. He worked […]
Andrew Kenneth Baber
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew Kenneth Baber on April 5, 2026, in Taiwan at the age of 51, following a courageous battle with cancer. Andrew was born in Victoria, BC, and grew up in the Saanich area. He attended Spectrum High School before continuing his education at Royal […]
Monsignor Peter Donald Wilkinson
The Reverend Monsignor Peter Donald Wilkinson died, surrounded by friends, on Saturday June 6th, the Eve of Corpus Christi, fortified by the Rites of Holy Mother Church, after a lifetime of service to the Church, in both Anglican and Roman Catholic ministries. Peter was born in Victoria on April 13, 1940, the son of Donald […]
Hermine Mundigler
Born in Vienna, Austria in 1930, Hermine passed away peacefully in Victoria May 22nd, 2026. A long-time employee of the Dutch Bakery, she revelled in her interactions with customers over the years. She will be greatly missed by family and friends both here and in Austria – our “Energizer Bunny” will live forever in our […]
Joseph Norman “George” Devlin
Joseph Norman “George” Devlin died in June 2026 at home with his immediate family. He was suddenly terminally ill with myeloma and kidney failure and chose MAID to end on his own terms. George was born in 1939 in Edmonton, Alberta to his parents Norman and Rachelle Devlin. He is survived by his children Christopher […]
Audrey Mona Williams
Audrey passed away very peacefully on June 1, 2026, holding her son’s hands. She is remembered for the great kindness, warmth, and unconditional love she shared with her family, friends, and many others she was privileged to meet along her life’s journey. Audrey lived a life of compassion, generosity, and quiet strength, mixed with a […]