Archives for December 2020

Theresa Ann Ferguson

Posted on December 21, 2020 Written by Leave Condolence
In Memorial

FERGUSON, Theresa April 27, 1920 to November 17, 2020 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Theresa (Terry) Ann Ferguson. She died peacefully at home with family at her side. She was predeceased in 2014 by her husband Robert (Bob), the love of her life, to whom she had been married for over 73 years. Theresa will be dearly missed by her family: daughters Donna Mae (and husband Mike) and Roberta; son Jim (and wife Donna); grandchildren Theresa, Corrinna, Bill (and Continue reading

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Elsie F Duck

Posted on December 18, 2020 Written by Leave Condolence
In Memorial

Elsie Duck passed away at the Priory Hospital on December 14, 2020. She was a long time resident of the Western Communities and her almost her entire working career was spent at the Priory as the cook. Many of the current employees there remember her, especially for the colors of nylons that she loved to wear! She was pre-deceased by her husband Art (2005). She leaves behind her eldest son Ivan, her daughter-in-law Fran, loving grandchildren Julie Neill (James) and Scott Duck (Carly) and her 5 Continue reading

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Sherry Geraldine Coderre (nee Pappenberger)

Posted on December 17, 2020 Written by 20 Condolences

Sherry Geraldine Coderre, born July 6, 1939 in Rounds, BC, passed away December 13, 2020 in Victoria, BC after complications brought on by Breast cancer. Predeceased by her son, Mike in 2019; nephews, Kelly Young and Josh Kraeker; brother, Ron Pappenberger. Survived by her children, Maurice, Vivian, Paul, Leanne (Collin) Loganhume; granddaughter, Celeste;, former husband, Al(Rona); sisters, Marie Ewen and Lorna (Harry) Kraeker; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Sherry grew up on Salt Continue reading

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Gidget Earlleen Spiers­-Harrison

Posted on December 16, 2020 Written by 4 Condolences

May 6, 1966 – October 31, 2020. Gidget was beautiful soul that always saw the best in everyone, and the type person who could effortlessly bring people together. She was always so thoughtful, loving, and put others before herself. She thrived in every situation she found herself, including her career. She would effortlessly make sure everyone got what they needed and make sure they were taken care of with grace. The Empress Hotel and staff were like a second home to her, in which she would Continue reading

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Louis Michael Iribarne

Posted on December 15, 2020 Written by 16 Condolences

We mourn the sudden passing of Louis Michael Iribarne, born in San Francisco in September 1940, died in Victoria, British Columbia, on December 5, 2020.  A writer, translator and professor, he was above all a man devoted to family. Beloved husband of 56 years, Louis is survived by his wife Thekla and two children Lucien and Jeanne (with partner Thom). He had a close and joyous relationship with his two grandchildren, Felix and Freya.  Though separated by distance, Louis’s sister Maxine and Continue reading

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In Memory of Derek Michael Michel

Posted on December 10, 2020 Written by 11 Condolences

September 6, 1993 - October 27, 2020 Derek was born in Vancouver but grew up in Victoria from babyhood through teens.  He spent a few years in New Westminster before returning to Victoria in his 20’s. Derek was well loved by the many branches of his large complicated family and they will all cherish memories of their adventures and connections throughout his life.  He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, cousin and friend. Derek was kind, loving, gentle, smart, funny and loyal. He Continue reading

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