Sharon passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Kelvington, Saskatchewan on October 8, 1947.
Predeceased by her brother Peter. She is survived by her husband Ron of 34 years, her brothers Gary and Michael and sister-in-law MaryVonne, and their respective families.
Sharon spent most of her working life as a senior Immigration Officer in Victoria and garnered great respect from her working colleagues, both in immigration and Customs Services and King Brothers ships agents.
Special mention should be paid to her doctor Dr. Pavlik, the local cancer clinic, and Brent and other community nurses for their special care which ensured she could spend her last days at home.
A celebration of her life was held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, on July 5, 2024.
To view a recording of the service, please click on the image below.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Paul Porrior
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Ian Agnew Ian Agnew
I was very sorry to hear of Sharon’s passing and it must have been so sad for you to lose your wife and friend after so many years together.
I first met her so many years back when I was first married and living in London when you both visited England: one of your many trips abroad.
Many years later I travelled to Victoria when you invited me and the children to stay for a while in your beautiful home. She really enjoyed showing us around and was especially proud of your very colourful garden with views of the distant mountains.
Unfortunately we didn’t meet again in person but Ron always kept me informed of your safaris and other wonderful travel adventures together.
I remember her as a warm and caring person and will be missed.
Rest In Peace Sharon
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Josie dzugalo My condolences for your loss Ron and family. I have known Sharon all her working career. She always had a smile on her face. Rest in peace Sharon.
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Carol Anderson Sharon was light, love, laughter and a joy to know. My heart cannot express my sorrow at her leaving us but she has rejoined her mum, dad and Peter, her brother. I believe that the essence of each life is eternal and, so, Ron, while you have to endure the suffering of her physical absence, she will always be watching over you until you’re together again. I just hope she’s enjoying her glass of white wine in heaven…imported, of course!
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Denis kitchener My deepest condolences for all her family. I have many fond memories working with her and shall miss her company working on the black ball dock. My thoughts are with you. Regards and love Denis, Kitchener customs officer retired.
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Blanche Pereira Dear Ron:
Blanche Pereira
I must thank you for informing me personally about the demise of our dear colleague – your beloved Sharon. I have fond memories of her. She was very efficient at her work, had great organizing and culinary skills, was family oriented and also a very caring person – she took an interest in my career. My conversations with her on her birthdays was all about her adorable feline friends, her garden and her trips abroad. May our good Lord give you the courage to bear this irreparable loss and may her soul rest in peace with the Almighty. Rest assured of my prayers Ron.
Blanche
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David Chmiel Dear Ron,
I stumbled upon Sharon’s obituary purely by accident today and just wanted to send a quick note to convey my deepest condolences to you and her family.
I have incredibly fond memories of working with Sharon at Immigration in my summers when I was at law school. She was, as her obituary says, hugely respected across the entire Customs & Immigration network in Victoria and she was the consummate manager. I respected Sharon greatly and can safely say that she could teach a lot of very high profile corporate law firm partners a thing or two about effective and compassionate management. Sharon trusted her charges implicitly while always providing whatever support was required – she always had your back and we laughed a heck of a lot along the way in a job that was not without its stresses and strains.
Sharon was also a treasured colleague of my father’s. Their wicked senses of humour played off each other brilliantly – much to the joy of anybody who got to witness it. As I type this, I can hear the laughter and see the smiles.
It was a great pleasure to have the chance to have a visit with Sharon a few years ago on one of my rare visits back to the Island. I shall miss her.
Sending my deepest condolences to you on this tremendous loss and wishing you strength in this very difficult time. May Sharon rest in peace.
With fondest regards,
David
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Colin and Jenny Anderson Sharon will be sadly missed and although we never had the privilege to spend more time in her company as we live in England, ever time we met her she was full of life,caring and full of love. May all the happy memories fill you with joy Ron.
You and Sharon will always be in our hearts and thoughts
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Glenn Bailey,Gloria Bailey Rest in peace Sharon was a wonderful friend and co worker she will be missed.
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Sue Stothard Condolences too to Sharon’s family and friends
Love and Light
From Sue
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Sue Stothard Dear Ron, I am sorry to hear about Sharon’s passing.
After 34 years together, you will miss her loving presence terribly.
May your grief be tempered by all the wonderful memories you have of your travels and life together ❤️Thankyou for letting us know. No doubt you are surrounded with warmth and condolences with Family and friends ❤️ love from Sue and family
The executive and membership of the Canada Border Services Agency Retiree’s Association (CBSA RA) extends our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and associates of our departed colleague.
Sharon’s dedicated service to Canada and the CBSA and its legacy organizations will always be remembered.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.