Marie Annette Henderson
April 9, 1937 – May 7, 2012 For many years Marie has battled several illnesses, some painful, all debilitating. These were fought with determination and strength, with never a hint of self-pity. In January, another time of trauma, one that seemed to be overcome. Then in April a serious relapse, one with devastating results. Marie […]
Ivy May Colclough (nee Bulmer)
May 6, 1929 – May 13, 2012 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Ivy due to colon cancer. Ivy was born in Outlook, Saskatchewan and moved to Victoria in 1943. Predeceased by her daughter, Wendy (1956); son, Douglas (1981); brothers, Pete, Jim, Dave and her sisters, Dora Hermanson and Ruth Farley. […]
Reginald Alfred O’Connell
Reg passed away peacefully on May 12, 2012 at the age of 95. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary. He is survived by his four daughters, Loretta, Dolores, Ann and Mary Lou and their families. Reg loved to laugh and to make people laugh. He will be remembered with a smile. A Memorial […]
Dr. Ruby Anne Commandeur
January 19, 1963 – April 24, 2012 It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of Dr. Ruby Anne Commandeur. On Tuesday April 24, 2012, Ruby passed away suddenly of heart failure at her home in North Saanich, B.C. Ruby spent most of her childhood years growing up in Nelson, B.C., where […]
Erna Emilie Giessler
Erna was born in Leutkirch, Germany on October 20, 1934 and passed away in Victoria, BC on May 7, 2012. She leaves behind her son, Walter of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia as well as many friends in the Victoria area. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at MCCALL […]
Roberta (Bobbie) Blackie
Born January 12,1941. Passed away peacefully on May 4, 2012. Survived by daughters, Garnette and Leigh Ann (Adam) as well as grandchildren, Jared, Samantha and Hazel. We would like to thank all the people who made it possible for her to keep her independence at home. Special thanks to her great friends and neighbours. She […]
Mary “Mollie” Kathleen Davey
Loving mother and Nana; tireless volunteer and friend to all. Mary “Mollie” Kathleen Davey passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Left to celebrate her life are her children, Sharon (Rick), John (Mary) and Corinne; the five joys of her life, her much loved grandchildren, Chelsea (Nathan); Kayll (Shannon); Joelle; Caroline (Dan) and Heather; her sister, […]
Thora Arline Duncan
Passed away on May 2, 2012. Thora was born in Victoria, the only child of Jessie and Wilfrid Harrison of pioneer families from Sidney and Saanichton areas. Thora was educated at Northward Elementary and Victoria High Schools. After graduation, she continued her education at Craigdarroch Castle Education Program and then worked in the commercial outlets […]
Sylvia Louise Wilson
The world was blessed with her birth on April 30 1931. Sylvia was called home by her Lord and Saviour on April 24, 2012 with her son Craig by her side. She is now reunited with her husband, Douglas Wilson of 49 years. Sylvia and Douglas lovingly leave behind sisters, Eve and Jean as well […]
Michael Raymond John Wainwright
January 7, 1954 – May 1, 2012 Michael was born in Victoria and attended St. Michael’s and Oak Bay High Schools. He moved to Toronto after some travel adventures and took his Bachelor of Fine Arts in film studies at Ryerson. After graduation he worked for the CBC doing mostly documentaries which married his love […]