February 13, 1949 to October 10, 2010
With heavy hearts, we say good bye to our beloved mother, sister, daughter and friend. Our Angel Wendy, is now with her soul mate, Kenn. Wendy leaves to mourn her daughter, Tracey; son, Beau (Lenore); mother, Joy MacDonald; sisters, Linda, Nancy; brothers, Gordon, Bob (Cathy), Donald (Audrey), Greg (Lesley); mother and father-in-law, Jack and Audrey Porter; sister-in-law, Kathy and Mike Dorval as well as many nieces and nephews and all the people whose lives she touched. “Wendy you were a special person!”
A Celebration of her life will be at held at Goward House, 2495 Arbutus Road in Victoria on Saturday, November 13, 2010 from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Please wear your favourite apron. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
26 Responses
i just came across the announcement of Wendy’s passing today. Wendy & Linda were the first people in my life to take a chance on me (at 15 years old) and hire me to work in their family owned and run restaurant – Bob’s Grill. Wendy was a quiet, but extremely effective mentor (Linda was less quiet, but equally effective :-). The work experience and opportunity to spend time with the Barron family have stayed with me over all of these years. The family’s love for one another and dedication to one another was ever present. I am so happy that you have each another to help you through this time of sorrow. Wendy may be gone, but she will never be forgotten. Please accept my deepest sympathies. xoxo Sara
Dear Tracey and family – Peter and I were totally shocked to read about your dear mother Wendy. We remember her and all of your family in fond memories at LJ Gallery and the wonderful food and service given. We also remember her wedding day and how happy she was. An angle for sure and always with a smile.
Our deeepest sympathy to you and the family – in our prayers and thoughts. God bless.
Brenda/Peter Dhaene
Dear joy.
So sorry to hear about wendy my love. we would love to hear from you .as i have lost your phone number. please call me .
miss you .
Hugs Sylvia and David
To those grieving the loss of Wendy Barron…my deepest condolences for your loss…having read all the heartfelt comments, I felt I should have known her. A colleague @ my workplace asked me if Wendy was my mother-in-law as she saw my name in the obits Oct 15th. I was very surprised that we share the same name. I was also born in 1949 along with a twin sister. Could we be related? I’d love to hear from a family member to find out. Who knows?
Tracy we are so sorry to hear the news about your mum.
She will be miss so much by everyone. She kind and caring
and respected by everyone.
She is now with her Ken
Sincere condolences
Lee & Richard
Wendy was one of a kind – gracious, funny and talented. My world will be a poorer place without her. She is truly missed.
Susan Worrall
Tracey I’m so very sorry for the loss of your Mom.
My thoughts and prayers are with both you & all of your Mom’s family during this very stressful & difficult time.
If you need anything please don’t hesitate to call.
Love always,
Your Teammate & Friend,
Angus xoxoxoxoxo
Dear Linda, Nancy and Tracey, and other Dear Ones,
During the three years that I was privileged to be a part of Wendy’s life, I learned to treasure this relationship with such a dear friend.
I read your message, Tracey with complete disbelief, then followed a feeling of intense loss. I feel for each of you who are so close to her as you deal with your loss.
Wendy was a model to me of how to lead a spiritual life with energy, humour and such a practical love of those in her path. She sensed our needs and gave of herself quietly, unstintingly,to ease us through life’s challenges,or lighten our hearts, in spite of her own challenges.
My anticipation of memorable times yet to be shared with Wendy is now replaced with the comforting thought that I can, and do, relive those precious memories of my dear friend, her wise and loving and giving life of grace and humour, There is so much in her life to be emulated.
Janet (Plock)
LINDA, NANCY AND FAMILY
IT HAS BEEN MANY YEARS SINCE WE LAST TALKED, BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT GREAT SMILE AND WONDERFUL DISPOSITION. AM HAPPY TO HAVE KNOWN HER AND SADDENED SHE IS GONE. WILLIE
Dear Linda and Nancy,
May you feel peace in your hearts – the peace that comes with letting go, grateful for the time you found to share with Wendy at the end, and for all the ways in which you will hold her close and remember her.
I know that I will remember her deep caring warmth, and for the generosity and joy that beamed out from her smile every day!
Take care,
Jan