Remi Beernaerts

Posted on February 3, 2017 Written by Leave Condolence

With sadness we announce the passing of Remi Beernaerts on January 23, 2017 at the age of 85 in Victoria, BC.  Remi will be greatly missed by his wife of 29 years, Nancy, her children and grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews and friends in Manitoba. He was predeceased by his brother Leon Beernaerts, his sister Rachel Vermeire and his first wife Enid Pouteau. Remi was born in Swan Lake, Manitoba where he farmed for many years.  When he retired from farming he indulged his passion for Continue reading

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Clinton Wade Hackwood

Posted on February 1, 2017 Written by 5 Condolences

Clinton Wade Hackwood, 42, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2017, in Victoria, B.C.  Surviving Clint is his mother, Tonny (Sponselee) Scholten; dad, Donald Hackwood; sons, Ryan (14) and Brodie (21) Hackwood with spouse Marisa Johal and his grandson Richard and baby Hackwood due in June; his brother, Cory Hackwood; and ex spouse, Natalie Longstaff. Clint was a hard working electrician, he lived life to the fullest, mountain biking, skiing on snow and water, his heart was full of love Continue reading

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Kenneth William MacDonald

Posted on January 30, 2017 Written by 32 Condolences

December 1, 1956 – January 26, 2017. It is with heavy hearts to announce the sudden passing of Ken. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 32 years, Sharon; and cousin, Brenda Curtis. Ken will be sadly missed by his family, many friends and colleagues. There will be a Celebration of Life for Ken on Saturday March 11 at 11 a.m.  in the atrium of the new Center for Trades Education and Innovation at Camosun College Interurban Campus 4461 Interurban Rd. Continue reading

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Leslie DJ Chorney

Posted on January 30, 2017 Written by Leave Condolence

September 4, 1959 – January 21, 2017 Les was born in Edmonton, AB. He passed away suddenly at home in Victoria, BC.  He will be greatly missed by his family and friends who all knew him for what a big heart he had.  He loved his Mom dearly. He is survived by his Mother Rachel (Lawrence), Brother Lonnie (Sandy), Sister Monica (Roy), Nieces & Nephews Cameron, Patricia, Charlene, Alison, Terrence, as well as many aunts, uncles cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later Continue reading

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Lawrence “Lawrie” Alexander Smith

Posted on January 4, 2017 Written by 45 Condolences

October 18, 1947 – January 1, 2017 A proud, born and raised Victorian, Lawrie passed away at home after a brave battle with ALS. Predeceased by his parents, Gordie and Irene; and brother, Don; he is lovingly remembered by wife, Jacki; son, Wayne Lilleston (Valerie); grandchildren, Cody, Cole, Treyton, Spencer, Bree-Anne; and great grandson, Zaryean.  Also, his Brothers, Ray (Sue), Dale (Wendy), Glyn (Cindy), Bruce (Myra); and sister, Penny Bridges (George).   Jacki’s family, Mother Joyce; Continue reading

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Jack Rosamond

Posted on December 21, 2016 Written by 25 Condolences

June 27, 1933 - December 20, 2016 With the dignity and quiet strength that defined his life, Jack slipped away from his family and friends from the complications of Parkinson's.  His passing will leave wife Opal, daughters Deborah Scarlett (Michael); TerryLynn Rosamond-Whyte (Peter); son Jack Jr. (Lori), granddaughters Rebecca Milbank (Toma) and Trisha Wodnisky, grandsons Jeffrey and Christopher. Jack also leaves six great-grandchildren, one brother William (Maria) as well as many extended Continue reading

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Judith Nina McAskill

Posted on December 19, 2016 Written by Leave Condolence

It is with great sorrow that the McAskill family announces the passing of Judith Nina McAskill, a resident of Victoria, BC. Judy passed away at the age of 79 years on Thursday the 15th of December, 2016 at Victoria General Hospital, Victoria, B.C. Judy is lovingly remembered by her children Laurie (Jerry Thompson), Bonnie (Shaun Lorhan), and Bruce (Susan Perkins) as well her sister Beth (Morley) Beard and niece Paula Beard. Judy will be missed by her grandchildren Julia and Christina, Continue reading

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Elizabeth (Betty) Gwynne

Posted on October 31, 2016 Written by Leave Condolence
In Memorial

It is with great sadness that the family of Elizabeth (Betty) Gwynne announce her passing at the age of 77. She is survived by her son Bill (Tracy) and daughter Michelle (Gord) and beautiful granddaughter’s Crystal, Brittany, Richelle and Megan. A private ceremony has taken place as per Betty’s wishes. Continue reading

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John David “Dave” Gould

Posted on October 17, 2016 Written by 42 Condolences

November 10, 1943 - October 16, 2016 Dave passed away in Victoria, BC after an 18 year battle with cancer.  Born in Westlock , AB to Otis and Virginia Gould, he grew up and attended school in Barrhead and Hinton, AB.  Predeceased by his parents and step-mom Jennie Gould, Dave is survived by his beloved wife Sandi; his daughter Terra (Bert) Warmerdam and his son Shannon Gould; grand-children Destiny and Justin Warmerdam and Mariah, Tori and Darcy Gould and Lena Borle; his siblings Jim Gould, Continue reading

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Marjorie Eleanor Flockhart

Posted on September 18, 2016 Written by 3 Condolences

Marjorie Eleanor Flockhart, 84, of Victoria, British Columbia, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016. Born April 17, 1932 in Lambeth Walk, London, England. She is survived by her first husband, Bernard William Littlejohn; two sons, Steven Littlejohn of Victoria, BC, and Glen Littlejohn of Victoria, BC; two daughters Denise Robinson of London, England and Fay Flockhart, of Gibson's, BC and her many grand and great grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 13:00 PM Sunday, Continue reading

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Rino Debei

Posted on September 16, 2016 Written by Leave Condolence

It is with saddened hearts that our family is announcing the loss of our beloved Rino Debei on September 13, 2016.  Rino was born in Venice, Italy on February 9, 1929 and came to Canada in 1956. There he met his wife of 59 years, Egle (Zambrano).  He will be greatly missed by his wife, Egle; daughters, Lili (Brent), Sonia (Cliff); grandchildren, Whitney (Patrick), Elisha (Steven), Elden (Meghan); and 5 great grandchildren.  He also leaves behind 2 sisters, many nieces and nephews, sister-in-law, Continue reading

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Mary Anne (Maureen) Crilly

Posted on August 16, 2016 Written by 19 Condolences

It is with great sadness and heartfelt loss we announce the passing of Maureen Crilly (nee Kelleher) this past Sunday night (August 14) at the age of 74 after a very brief bout with cancer.  Maureen was born and raised on the family farm in Dangan, Quin, Co. Clare, Ireland with her siblings Pat (Kelleher), Josie (Tuohy) and Biddy (Considine).  It was there that she learned the love of athletics, horse riding, intellectual pursuits and all things literary from her parents (Michael/Anne) and her Continue reading

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