Nancy May Sheldrake
May Sheldrake (nee Rainey), 83, of Victoria, BC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Born February 20, 1941, she was a lifetime member of the Greater Victoria community. May was a lifelong learner, avid reader, world traveler and business owner. She grew up in Victoria, the daughter of immigrant parents and attended Oak […]
Doreen Cooper (née McQuillan)
In Loving Memory of Doreen Cooper (née McQuillan) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doreen Cooper (née McQuillan) on December 24th, 2024, at the age of 92. Born in Bevan, BC, in 1932, Doreen was the beloved daughter of Robert and Dorothy McQuillan and a cherished sister in a large, […]
Juliet Margaret Ritchie
Juliet Margaret Ritchie passed away on January 15th, 2025, at the age of 68, in her home surrounded by her husband, Rand, and three children, Ryan, James and Haylee. Juliet was born on March 2nd, 1956, in Norfolk, Virginia, to James Verdon Steele and Harriet Florence Chaloner. She grew up in Cadboro Bay, Victoria, BC, […]
Jason Keith Linge
Jason Keith Linge, beloved husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle and friend, passed away December 28, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by love in his final moments as he ran towards Jesus. Jason is survived by his devoted wife, Olivia, and their cherished children: Gabriel, Logan, Daniel, and Mercy. He […]
Daphne Hughes
Daphne Hughes, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, just weeks shy of her 99th birthday. Born in London, England, Daphne was the eldest of three children. Her adventurous spirit, caring nature, and zest for life left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Immigrating to Canada as […]
John Sherrah
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Sherrah, President of ITI Canada and esteemed member of several organizations including BC Systems Corporation, DPMA, Old-Timers Hockey Association, Esquimalt Schooners, The Blues hockey team and BCSC Bats & Bytes. John bravely battled an illness for two months at the Royal Jubilee Hospital […]
Jerry (Jagier) Bains
A son, brother, uncle and great uncle. Passed away the evening of January 11th, 2025. Born in Victoria, BC on September 25th, 1946 to parents Assie Kaur and Bunt Singh Bains. Jerry was a huge sports fan and especially loved his Green Bay Packers football team. He played many years on the Victoria Shamrocks lacrosse […]
Jane Scherzer
Jane Scherzer – née Sarah Jane St. Clair Shaw, Edinburgh Scotland Jane, who began her journey as the youngest of three in Edinburgh, was one of the many children shipped off to the Scottish countryside during World War II to protect them from bombing raids. Jane’s spirited nature and zest for life were evident from […]
John Bacon (Jack) McDonald IV
John Bacon (Jack) McDonald IV passed away suddenly on January 10th, 2025, at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. He was born on October 31st, 1956, in Waukegan, Illinois. John was predeceased by his parents, John and Lorraine McDonald; siblings, Hugh and Leah McDonald and his granddaughter, Rheanna Trepanier. He is survived by his loving wife, Jennifer; […]
George Clarkson Smyth
It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of George Smyth on December 18, 2024. George is survived by his beloved wife, Christiane Leclerc Smyth, his stepson, Guillaume Bérubé (Josée Smith), his first wife and friend Lynda M. Smyth, and siblings Judy (late Robert Chambers), Elizabeth (George Cornett), and David (Martha Kelly). He will […]