Zamira Juliana Vicenzino

Zamira Juliana Vicenzino Heth, age 53, died suddenly on June 22, 2025. She was born in Regina, Sask. in 1971.

Zamira was predeceased by her parents Arpinio and Alancita Vicenzino, and sister Rosanna Ready and nephew Eric McRae. In-laws Clarence and Marie Heth, Vivian Crumly and Ron Hagel. Zamira is survived by her devoted husband Wayne Joseph Heth and by her brothers Romano Vicenzino, Giovanni Vicenzino, brother-in-law Darcy Ready (Sandi), sisters Maria McRae (Brian), Rita Geiger (Mark) and Doloris Vicenzino. Wayne’s family Murray Crumly, Laurel Hagel, Cindy McDade (Dave) and Karen Johnston. Zamira leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, in Canada and the US., and extended family in Italy and Australia.

Zamira grew up in a large loving Italian immigrant family and community. She graduated from the University of Regina, with a master’s degree in English and Literature. Zamira married in 2004 and later in 2014, she and Wayne moved to Victoria, BC. in need of a more temperate climate. She worked as a Communication Consultant for the Gov’t. of Saskatchewan and the Gov’t. of British Columbia and several other agencies.

Zamira’s talents and interests were never ending, fueled by her curiosity and continuous desire to grow, learn and improve. In addition to her exceptional skills in writing, she actively pursued the arts of painting, photography, floral design, furniture refurbishing, crafts and more. She won awards in photography and was published in home renovations magazine. Traveling, cooking and gardening were a passion. Zamira enjoyed boating and hiking with Wayne and their dogs. She reveled in the wonders and beauty of mother nature.

Zamira was intelligent, strong and resilient. Despite the many hardships she endured due to chronic illnesses since childhood, Zamira persevered. She did not hesitate to courageously speak out against the shortcomings of the medical industry, her treatment and the need for changes.

Zamira shared her many talents actively volunteering. Volunteering included channeling her experiences and knowledge for assisting people in advocating for their needs through written documents, such as resume writing, abuse and medical claims. Zamira volunteered on many patient advocacy groups trying to make the patient’s experience heard within the system. Zamira shared her artistic abilities volunteering at various locations designing and engaging attendants in diverse, fun and creative projects. Her absence leaves a large void in her community.
Zamira will be greatly missed by family and friends and anyone who had the privilege of knowing this exceptionally talented young lady.

Celebration of Zamira’s life will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Wednesday, July 9^th at 10:00 am.

Memorial donations in honor of Zamira may be made to Victoria Women’s Transition House Society or your favorite animal shelter.

Condolences may be offered to the family below.

McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com

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