Wayne was born in Regina, Saskatchewan to Delia Strandlund (nee Jordens) and was later adopted by Bert Strandlund. He spent his young formative years on the family farm in Broadview, Saskatchewan until August of 1962 when Bert and Delia packed up a station wagon with 7 kids, an uncle and the family dog and drove to Victoria, BC. Wayne resided in Victoria ever since.
Wayne’s pride and joy were his children, Jason (Hannah and Ty), Hali (Darren, children Cole and Nicholas) and Rafer (Vicky, children Chelsea (Katie), Jasmine and the newest addition great grandson Fletcher) who all worked together at the family company. Fisgard is a true family enterprise that he was extremely proud of.
Wayne was fortunate to have known many people but there were a few who wrapped their arms around him throughout various stages of his life. Terry Orr, Bob Herr, Lawrence and Diana Russel, the Paniz family (Umberto, Dawn and children Allissa, Jessica, Arianna and Kiarra), Tania Miller, Stephanie Ustina, Elena Markos and Lorraine Strandlund.
Wayne’s large family included five brothers and two sisters. Alvin (Lorri), Terry (Teresa), Darlene, Randy (Lori), Paddy (Sue), Trevor (Kim), and Gail, along with numerous beloved uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces.
Wayne was an entrepreneur at heart and a deep thinker with many interests. He was passionate about music, writing, mathematics, education, hockey, football (a proud coach of the BC Champion Victoria Hornets in the early 80s) and gardening. He loved cats (especially Moosh Moosh) and a good ol’ toasted bologna and cheese sandwich. While he enjoyed the simple things in life, he was complicated, emotional and always ready for a good debate or fight if warranted.
Not one to sit on the sidelines Wayne served as President and/or Director of numerous associations including the Victoria Real Estate Board, British Columbia Real Estate Board, Real Estate Council Of BC, the BC Notary Society and served as Chancellor of Royal Roads University, a position he was extremely proud of. His dedication also flowed to the arts and local community enthusiastically supporting the Victoria Symphony and many other related organizations.
Wayne was quietly proud of his Metis heritage. His great Aunt Marguerite Belhumeur was wife to Louis Riel, founding father of Manitoba and from Paris his 13th great grandfather, Louis Hebert, was the first apothecary of Canada and settler of Quebec. A very interesting family history.
There is so much more to share about this icon of a man and words can not describe how much he brought to our lives and how much he will be missed. His legacy will continue!
Please join us at 2:30 pm on Thursday, April 27, 2023, in the Sequoia Centre, at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, to celebrate the life of this incredible man.
Should you wish to honour Wayne’s legacy, donations can be made to the Wayne Strandlund Award for Indigenous and Metis Students at Royal Roads University or the Victoria Symphony Society.
https://www.royalroads.ca/wayne-strandlund-award-indigenous-students-0
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Hali and The Strandlund family.
Your Dad had a very positive influence on me, while coaching me on the football field. He believed in me and gave me a lot of responsibility. A great and thoughtful man. He will be missed.
Andy
Hali,
I never had the chance to meet your Dad, but I know how much you loved him. Sending you and your entire family all my love. You’re in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. It’s so very difficult to say goodbye to our loved ones. ❤️
Our hearts go out to Hali and her whole family during this very difficult time. Hoping everyone can come together to love and support each other and share in all the good memories. Lots of love,
Hali, I’m so sorry for your loss. Wishing you and the entire Strandlund family much comfort, courage and peace during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hali, I send my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. Cherish each memory every day
Dear Hali and family….
I am so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing! This is a huge loss for everyone whose lives were touched by his generous and unique personality! I first met Wayne in the 70’s and really got to know him better during my real estate career, 1987-2018. He contributed so much. I can’t imagine how you and your family are feeling. I send my condolences, love and prayers. May ALL the amazing memories of time with Wayne ease your grief and keep him close always. Colleen
My condolences Hali to the entire family. I was never fortunate enough to meet your father but know how much he meant to you, the family and the community. I have to believe your dad was a lot like you in many ways and instilled so much of himself into you. I see you as compassionate, loyal, a leader, a visionary and respectful. May you find solace in the fact you have cherished memories to get you through these tough times. Your father sound like a man I would have been proud to call Dad. Thinking of you and sending hugs and love.
My deepest Condolences to the Strandlund family. Wayne has left behind a great legacy of greatness not only in the work that he did but the family that he raised. You are in my thoughts.
Hali & Family,
On behalf of everyone at Premiere, we send our condolences to the Strandlund family. May you all find comfort and strength as you gather to honor your dad.
So sorry for our loss.
Everyone at Premiere Mortgage
I worked at Royal Roads University when Wayne was a board member and then our beloved Chancellor. Wayne was so proud of our rebranding work, and was always a passionate advocate of our marketing campaigns.
To me Wayne evoked many of the brand attributes that make RRU so unique. Passion, strength, honesty and not afraid to be different, quirky even.. and lots of spunk.
Wayne I have the glory beads you made for me with my name engraved proudly hanging in my office. ❤️
My deepest condolences to the family