Frank Younger

Posted on August 30, 2021 Written by Leave Condolence

November 18, 1940 – August 28, 2021. Frank sadly passed away suddenly at age 80 as a result of an accident in his home. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Margaret (and stepmother Irene). He is survived by his wife, Sharon and their three children, Pauline (Mike), Matt (Zoe), and Tom (Tamara) and grandson, Paul. Frank loved his family and always enjoyed sharing his encouragement, wisdom, and inimitable sense of humour with them. His contributions to the lives of many include Continue reading

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Isabelle Ferguson

Posted on August 30, 2021 Written by Leave Condolence

Isabelle (Isabella) Ferguson (nee Beaton), age 93, died on Wednesday August 25th, 2021 at the Glenwarren Lodge in Victoria, B.C.. Isabelle was born in Galashiels, Scotland to Albert and Mabel Beaton, the younger sister of Amy and the mischievous one of the family. Isabelle grew up in Galashiels and in Carlisle, England where she met Harry Ferguson and married him July 29,1950. She took a ship to Canada in 1952 to join Harry in Montreal, Quebec with their first daughter Joan. Three more Continue reading

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Dorothy “Brenda” Ducharme

Posted on August 26, 2021 Written by 4 Condolences

June 23, 1932 - August 6, 2021 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Brenda. Born to Tom and Elsie Taylor of Malvern County, United Kingdom. Loving wife of 63 years to Bob. Caring mother to Debbie, Christine, and Tim (LJ). Grammy to Alycia and Justin. Sister to Mary. Aunt to Sue (Rick), Bob (Kerry), and Mary (Frank). When Bob retired from the Canadian Armed Forces in 1971, they moved the family to Gabriola Island where they found a welcoming community and built their dream Continue reading

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Louise Rita McRae

Posted on August 20, 2021 Written by 6 Condolences

Born February 18, 1953 in Badegerow Township (Field), Ontario to Charles and Hazel (Spencer) French passed away peacefully on August 4, 2021 in Victoria, BC. Louise is survived by her two children Cara McRae-Yetman (Gary) and Holly Cochran (Gaun); her two grandchildren Chloe and Xavier Yetman; her brothers Delphis (Theresa) French, Peter (Donna) French, Ben (Mary Harrison) French and her sister Patsy Thompson; her many nieces and nephews and cousins; her good friends Lynn Moen, and Sherri Continue reading

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Colin Stokkeland

Posted on August 11, 2021 Written by 8 Condolences

June 26, 1952—July 24, 2021 Colin died peacefully at home following a short but valiant battle with cancer. Colin’s mantra was “It is what it is. We just have to deal with it” and he fought with grace until the end. Through every step he and his wife Val conquered each challenge together. They were a true team … separate souls that always worked as one. Colin was born in Vancouver and moved to Victoria with his family at a young age. He was the oldest of 5 siblings. He took pride in being Continue reading

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Elizabeth  Bernice Bailey

Posted on August 6, 2021 Written by 5 Condolences

March 21, 1950 - July 27, 2021 Betty passed away suddenly but peacefully with the family at her side at Vic general. She leaves behind husband David; children, Michael (Alex), Roger, Danielle (Barry); and grandson, Ethan. Brothers, Larry Olson, Veral Lanes (Linda); nephews, Brian, Rob and nieces, Lisa and Sandy; also, her best friend, Jessie the family dog. Born in Duncan but lived the majority of her life in Victoria, Betty worked for the BC Government for over 35 years while receiving Continue reading

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John Robert Sim

Posted on August 3, 2021 Written by 16 Condolences

John Sim passed away peacefully, at home, on August 1 at age of 75 after a long battle with cancer. He was born August 18, 1945 in Halifax, N.S. and was a long resident of Victoria, B.C. John is survived by his wife Susan (Burnett) of 50 years. They had 3 sons, Stuart (April), Steven (Dania) and Shaun (Kelly). John was predeceased by his parents Edward and Margaret, brother Eddie and survived by his sister Joan Sullivan , several nieces and nephews all of Halifax. John spent 28 years working Continue reading

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Lynne Anne Collett

Posted on July 19, 2021 Written by 3 Condolences

In loving memory February 11, 1962-July 12, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Lynne on July 12, 2021 at the age of 59. Lynne was born in Montreal on February 11, 1962, but spent most of her life in Victoria.  She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Social Work, and later went on to complete her Master of Education, all from the University of Victoria.  Lynne had a very giving and thoughtful nature, and spent many hours volunteering for a Continue reading

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Annie (Anne) Eleanor McMunn

Posted on July 5, 2021 Written by Leave Condolence

Annie (Anne) Eleanor McMunn passed away peacefully on 21 May 2021, at home, with Kirk and Leanne at her side. The eighth, and youngest child of Charles and Martha (Wood) Wynne, she was born in September 1934 in Manigotagan MB. The Wynne family moved to Bissett MB three months later, and Annie was “home” – she was proud to have grown up in a log cabin in the close-knit gold-mining community where she completed her schooling, formed lifelong friendships, and found her first real job in the mine Continue reading

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Florence Lavina Maron

Posted on June 10, 2021 Written by 8 Condolences

July 9, 1940 Consort, AB – May 20th, 2021 Colwood, BC She was a prairie girl who loved the ocean, a best friend to any animal she met, a fiercely loving, protective and supportive Mother, and a lover of desserts of any variety.  Flo, as she was known to all, was kind and generous, quick to laugh, had a smile that would light up a room, and always one to join in.  Her parents, Leo and Lydia, had nine children who were all raised on the family farm in Brownfield, AB.  Flo loved the farm and her Continue reading

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Hans Willy Christians

Posted on May 19, 2021 Written by 9 Condolences

October 30, 1932 - May 17, 2021. Willy Christians passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on May 17, 2021 in Victoria, B.C. Willy was predeceased 11 weeks earlier, by his loving wife of nearly 65 years, Judith, his two older sisters Bertha and Kate, his little brother Andreas, three of his children Doreen, Andreas and Martin and Great granddaughter Violet. He is survived by his younger sister Anka (Gerd), his son and daughter-in-law Lothar and Bianca, daughter Elena (Bernie), two Continue reading

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Bridget Lisa Minishka

Posted on May 17, 2021 Written by 40 Condolences

December 18, 1965 ~ May 14, 2021 Bridget passed away quietly in Victoria BC with her loving husband Caner by her side.  She was 55. Born in New Westminster and raised in Vancouver, Bridget moved to Victoria to study law soon after completing her B.Sc. in Biopsychology (UBC) and M.B.A. in Human Resources/ Labour Relations (McMaster).  Bridget was called to the Bar in 1997 and dedicated 25 years to public service as a non-practicing lawyer with the Province of British Columbia.  Through her Continue reading

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