Morey Futcher
Morey Futcher was the firstborn of Ralph and Lucille Futcher; born in Vancouver April 3, 1934. His 3 sisters, in birth order, Caroline Futcher Helgesen, Sandra Futcher Milroy and Lorna Long were all born at Pioneer Mine. Morey had vivid memories of the time he was babysitting a young Lorna, born 1942, and she was […]
Michael H. E. Page Commander RCN Ret’d
Michael was born in Calgary on July 22, 1923. The son of the late Major General L. F. Page and of Rose Page, predeceased by his loving wife of 69 years Sheila, his youngest son Michael Peter and sister P. K. Page Irwin. Survived by his children Wendy and Timothy, three grandchildren Evan, Jessica […]
Fred Robert (Whitey) Severson
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our dad and poppa at the Royal Jubilee Hospital on January 27, 2020 with his loving daughter, Cherlynn and son-in-law, Rob by his side. Whitey was predeceased by his beautiful bride of 64 years, Betty-May. Whitey is survived by his daughter, Cherlynn (Rob) and grandchildren, […]
Betty Carol Gotfredsen
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Betty on February 9, 2020 in Victoria, BC after her long, courageous battle with cancer. Betty was born on September 12, 1942 in Tottenham, Ontario. Predeceased by her husband, Leif in 2006, Betty is survived by her children, Signe (Robert) and Erik (Ciara), her […]
Glen Murray Canning
Glen was born in Souris, Manitoba to Luard and Frances Canning (nee Hayward). Glen grew up on the family farm just outside of Souris. In 1962, he married the love of his life, Mary Edna Reeve, while he was working for Manitoba Hydro. The call to go west was heard and they moved to BC […]
William Andrew Usborne
William Andrew Usborne died peacefully on February 4, 2020 in Victoria, BC. Bill was born on December 4, 1924 in Toronto, Ontario. Predeceased by his wife, June Bernice (nee Howard) in 1993. Survived by his children, Scott and Tracy; grandchildren, Westley and Ryan. Bill and June were married in 1947 after he returned from England, […]
Margaret (Peggy) Johann McFadyen
Another angel has received her wings and re-joins her family. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peggy, a beloved grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, wife and faithful friend to many. Peggy passed away peacefully on January 23, 2020 at Kiwanis Pavilion, after a debilitating battle with Lewy body dementia. Peggy was […]
Donald Murdoch Duke RCMP Superintendent (ret)
A great man, who will be missed by many, has left us. Don was born in Edmonton, Alberta to Norman and Elizabeth and grew up across from Oliver School, attended Garneau High and 2 years at the U of Alberta in Geology, before joining the RCMP in 1950. Don and a good portion of his […]
Rosalyn J. Moir (nee Foster)
With sadness, we wish to announce the passing of Rosalyn Jeanenne Moir at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, on Friday, January 31, 2020 with her family at her side. Her passing was actually a ‘blessing’ that rescued her from long debilitating suffering and illness. Our thanks to the skills and kindness of the Doctors and Nurses […]
William Cary “Bill” Grundison
Bill passed away peacefully on January 30, 2020 at VGH after a short illness. He will be missed by many friends and family. Born in Victoria, Bill grew up in James Bay and spent his youth around Oak Bay Marina. He loved boats and being on the water. A Vic High graduate, he lived and […]