Vi spent her whole life in Victoria. She was the fifth child of 10 born to Barbara Rae and Horace Curtis. She went to school at Spring Ridge, George Jay, Central, and Vic High. In her early life, 
she worked at Wellburn’s Grocery Store, Scott and Peden, and the Dockyard. When her children were older, she worked part-time at Cablevision and Rogers Cable. She met her husband Lorne at a “Y” dance at the Teen Canteen in 1948 and was married on November 12, 1949. They were married for almost 70 years until Lorne passed away in October 2019.
Vi was predeceased by her sisters Grace, Edna, Vera, Barb, and Kathy and by her brothers Ted, Fred, and Rae. She is survived by her brother, Alan; her children, Debbie (Greg), Donna (Gary), Russ (Angela), Diana, Rick (Jodie); and her 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
She will be remembered for the many expertly decorated cakes she created, her warm hospitality, and her delicious home baking which ensured her a houseful of family and friends throughout her life.
Thank you to Drs Fairhurst, Walton, and Vaughan who cared for her over the years. Special thanks to the staff at the Gorge Road Hospital who looked after Vi during the last 15 months of her life, the last nine months of which were particularly difficult due to the restrictions of the pandemic.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. https://alzheimer.ca/bc www.mccallgardens.com
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21 Responses
Auntie Vi was my Mother’s Barb’s sister and best friend. Their relationship was very close and full of love and devotion to each other. They got married together, raised their children together and now they are together with a cup of tea in heaven talking of the little things in life that they found precious.
Debbie, Donna, Russell, Diana and Ricky, may God Bless you and keep you, Love Cousin Kathy
My condolences to Vi’s close family. My Pappa Al and I will
be singing her lots of songs ❤️
We are saddened with Aunty Vi’s passing! Always a big beautiful smile. Sending hugs & love to her children, grandchildren & all who loved her.
Tony, Deb Curtis & family.xx
Diana,
So very sorry for the loss of your Mom. She sounds like a lovely person and I can tell she will be sadly missed. What a life she must have lived! Take care of your family and especially yourself during this difficult time.
Dear Donna and family;
I wish to pass on my condolences on the passing of your mother. Sounds like she had a very full life and loved to be surrounded by family. It’s a well written obituary and nice photo of your Mom and her hair looks great! Wishing you comfort in your many happy memories. Love Tracie
So sorry to hear of your Mum’s death. I remember her well and
all of you – Donna for the haircuts and Ricky who was Keith’s
friend. I often met Vi as I walked the golf course and she
always had that great smile.
Our condolences to all of you.
Debbie, Donna and the Thornton Family: I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your mum, Vi. Debbie, I so clearly remember you & I sewing our sock-hop dresses to wear to the dances at Lansdowne Jr High; nor sure why we never got asked to dance [sort of], but coming home to your house feeling pretty deflated, your mum would make us hot chocolate & cookies and talk until she cheered us up. Such a small memory of your sweet Violet. I hope all of your precious memories carry you through this sad time… Lxo
My loving thoughts are with you Donna, and family, on the passing of your Mom. She was always friendly and so sweet whenever our paths crossed. I think of your parents every time I pass by their home on Maplewood.
So very sorry to hear of Vi’s passing. She was our landlord in 1965 when they had the duplex. She was so very kind to me as I was just married. My name at that time was june McLeod. Thank you Vi for your words of wisdom.
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom in these trying times. Almost 70 years of marriage! What a life full of stories your Mom must have had. Our daughter Lizzie has fond memories of serving food to your parents at the James Bay Inn. Lizzie’s daughter is named Violet. This can only speak to the goodness of your Mom.