Terry H. Quocksister, who many of you knew as “The Q”, born in Comox BC on Aug 18th 1943 died peacefully on Aug 26th in Vic General Hospital in his home town of Victoria BC. Terry had taken residence in Bellevue, Washington since 1996 and leaves behind a great deal of friends and employees. Survived by children Tanis, Lisa, Justin and Tim; niece, Laura and nephew, Stephen; his grandchildren, Kashtin, Josh, Milan and Racquel. Terry was a keen collector of friends and classic cars, always knew how to laugh and make others laugh. A big thanks goes out to those at the VGH that made his last days as comfortable as can be. For all of you who made the efforts over the years to assist in Terry’s long battle with his health, we thank you. Terry is joining his son, Jason, father, Herman and mother, Hillive in the gates to Heaven. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Please join us for a true celebration of life at McCall Bros Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, Sept 1st. Reception to follow at Victoria Golf Club.
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Dear Tanis, Tim, Lisa and Justin – your Dad was an original and we enjoyed his company as a friend and neighbor. I will always remember the hot summer afternoons – while we were enjoying tanning and swimming down on the dock – Terry was in his robe, smoking a cigar and preparing a turkey dinner for all of us. I hope you will find comfort among your family and many friends. Take good care, hope to see you soon.
Linda, Kevin, Michelle and Sean
Lisa,Justin,Tanis and Tim your dad loved you guys greatly which anyone could see beyond his sometime gruff exterior.You where his live to the exclusion of all else.
I knew your dad since about the late seventies and became close friends with him and had many good times but with some of those times punctuated with short periods of minor terror, which in the end only added to the fun.
It has been days now since his demise and how I miss him.
Love to you all.
Tim and Tanis , I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Even though I haven’t seen you for a long time I think of you often. My thoughts are with you and your family. Linda Taylor
Terry, your touches are everywhere, from the drink covered with a coaster at Daniel’s while you left to take care of business, to detailing and selling cars and trucks for us – you were always there for us. Your friendship was beyond compare and you will be forever missed. Our heartfelt love goes out to all family and friends.
Our Love, Rob & Suzanne Fleming
Lisa, Justin, (Tim and Tannis- who I’ve yet to meet) so sorry for your loss. Although, as you are aware, i’ve known Terry since the ’60s, it had been about thirty years ’til we hooked up again in ’06 when i stayed with him for a few days in Bellevue. I remember him when I was a kid proclaiming ” I’m a Businessman!” followed by the deep throaty bewildering chuckle. He said it again in ”06! He may have been old school, but he made it work. He was truly a larger than life character, that I will never forget.
We sat in his office one night reminiscing and having a few laughs. It was here that i saw another side. He expressed a genuine love and caring for all of you.
He will be missed,
Mike “Alberta” Smith
To Tim Tanis Justin and Lisa Our thoughts are with you re loss of your DAD. There will only be one like “THE Q”! We will miss him all all the facets of his character. Regards Brian and Diane
Tim , Tanis and family I am so sorry that I cannot be withto grieve the loss of your dear DAD and my very dear friend … He was one of a kind who do anything for his family or his friends …He will be missed ….My thoughts are with you … Harvey
I am so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. Terry was so much fun, truly a deal maker and a business man from his own heart. To the family: The Lord always know when the body is tired. Take care and God bless!
Heartfelt wishes go to the Quocksister family from a former teacher of Tim and Tanis. I normally do not read obits but the Quocksister name reminds me of a couple of neat and interesting students I have taught which spawned, no doubt, from a cool DAD. Wishing the family the best and I hope you celebrate his life as you mourn your loss.
respectfully Richy Thierbach…Oak Bay teacher
Tim, and Tannis, so sorry to hear about your dad. He was the one who talked me into buying the Explorer in 1991. Was a great SUV. Our condolences to you and the rest of the family. Charlie and Jill Bell and family.