Douglas Franklin Dorst

Posted on May 8, 2023 Written by 13 Condolences

It is with great sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Douglas Franklin Dorst, better known as Frank Dorst. He ascended into heaven April 28, 2023, surrounded by family, following a difficult battle with dementia, at the young age of 67 in Victoria on Vancouver Island. His legacy includes an exciting career as a young brash trumpeter. His musical talent opened many doors and ultimately led him to find his life’s calling as a Minister after traveling with Merv and Merla Watson Continue reading

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Michael Ray Podgorenko

Posted on May 2, 2023 Written by 9 Condolences

In Loving Memory Michael Ray Podgorenko December 5, 1943 - November 4, 2022 It's with profound sadness that The Podgorenko Family announces the passing of Michael on November 4, 2022, at Victoria General Hospital. He was born and grew up on a large farm in Creston, BC.  At the age of 17 years, he moved to Victoria and became a union electrician for Camosun Electric and worked all over Victoria. He loved gardening and growing things, which was the farm upbringing he Continue reading

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Ian Hugh McArthur

Posted on April 24, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences
In Memorial

Ian passed away suddenly at Mount St Mary’s in Victoria on February 2, 2023. He was born in Toronto on February 14, 1951, the third of eight children. Ian was predeceased by his parents Hugh and Peg, his brother Jaimie and nephew Alec. He is survived by his siblings: Kathie Csomany (Ron), Susan (Richard), Pam Carbery (Brent), Tony (Ayami), Tim (Linda), Jerry (Eva) as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Ian graduated from The Vancouver Community College Culinary Arts Continue reading

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Angela Joy Jenvey

Posted on April 20, 2023 Written by 9 Condolences

Angela Joy passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital April 9, 2023. Predeceased by Father William {Bill) Albion and her Mother Diana Albion, Angela survived by her 2 sisters, Terina {Sherman) and Lisa; brother, Thomas; and her 2 children Sara and Joe; former husband, David; her 6 beloved grandchildren, Lilly, Jaydyn, Bentley, Jayce, Zayn and Oakley; as well as many extended family and friends. Angela had struggled with many health issues over her latter years and passed away Continue reading

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Yvonne Alda Graham MacKenzie

Posted on April 17, 2023 Written by 8 Condolences

November 15, 1928 — April 9, 2023 Yvonne Alda Graham MacKenzie was the daughter of Honor and Gordon Graham, and the youngest of four children. Born in Pilot Mound, Manitoba, a small settlement that served as a pilot for early fur traders, settlers and explorers in the mid 1800s, she grew up a happy and outgoing child filled with optimism and enthusiasm. Her favourite cheer was: “Hurrah for the Grahams and hurray for Pilot Mound.” This tiny, historic community was chosen by her grandfather Continue reading

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Denis C Allman

Posted on April 15, 2023 Written by Leave Condolence
In Memorial

February 28, 1951 – March 24, 2023 Husband of Fay, Father of Ryan (Nadia), Grandfather of Preston and Piper, and a Friend to many.  Denis passed away suddenly and peacefully on 24 March, 2023.  He loved his family, cherished his friends, was an avid Washington (RS) NFL fan and music of choice was JIMI.  Denis had the best humor and was an all-round good man.  It is with a sad heart that we say goodbye. No Service by request. Continue reading

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Dorothy Lynn Weeda

Posted on March 16, 2023 Written by Leave Condolence

Dorothy was born Dora Wujda on February 7, 1933 in Fosston, Saskatchewan and raised on the family farm there. Her mother passed away when she was only seven and her sister Pearl substantially raised her and ensured she got her education. Soon after graduating high school in Yorkton, Dorothy took a clerk job at the Manitoba Telephone Company in Dauphin. When that office closed nine years later, she moved to the milder environs of Victoria, BC. She took a job as a typist/clerk at Canadian Continue reading

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David John Schmelzle

Posted on March 9, 2023 Written by Leave Condolence

Born August 7, 1959, Victoria, BC It is with great sadness that we announce David’s unexpected passing on February 19, 2023. Born to parents Frederick and Kathleen Schmelzle, David was the oldest of three children. In 1974 David and his family moved to Cumberland, BC. As a teenager David was a volunteer Fire Fighter with the Cumberland Fire Department. David also enjoyed drawing and listening to his favourite albums in his teenage years. One of his favourite songs was "Nights in White Satin" Continue reading

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Linda Faye Schur (nee Lees)

Posted on March 3, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

July 3, 1950- January 24, 2023 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Linda Faye Schur on Tuesday January, 24, 2023. At 72 years young she passed away peacefully in Victoria Hospice while surrounded by family and friends after a brave 5-year battle with cancer. Mom will be joining her spouse, Robert (Bob) Reid; her parents, T. Walter and Rita Lees; her brothers, Douglas Lees and Daniel Lees; and brother-in-law, Kenny Hicks. Linda was born on July 3, Continue reading

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Graham Foster

Posted on March 3, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

Graham passed away peacefully, surrounded by family members on November 28, 2022 at the age of 93. Harold Graham was born at home and ever after was called Graham. Raised in Vancouver, he was the youngest of five children born to Charles and May Foster. He attended several Vancouver schools finishing at Vancouver Tech. He was an accomplished athlete and was active in lacrosse and soccer into his 20’s when the responsibilities of fatherhood crowded out his passion for playing sports. Thereafter, Continue reading

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Peter Brydon Jones

Posted on February 23, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

1963 - 2023 Peter grew up on a farm on Burnside Road, in Victoria, BC. He had a real talent for fishing, enjoyed dirt bike riding, playing softball, skiing, karate, and several other sports. He was an electrician by trade. In 2002, he had a serious motorcycle accident which he never fully recovered from, and which eventually led to his passing. Peter was predeceased by his father, Eric, and his eldest brother, Doug. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy, sisters Carol, Gillian and Patti, Continue reading

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Margaret Elaine Ironstand

Posted on February 13, 2023 Written by 9 Condolences

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Margaret Elaine Ironstand who passed away on February 8th, 2023, following a lengthy battle with Vascular Dementia.  She was 76 years young.  She is survived by her three children Vicki (Alistair) Graham, Michael (Berdine) Ironstand, Mark Ironstand and older brother Earl Graham.  Mom now joins her parents Genevieve “Jenny” Graham, Edward Graham, siblings Louise “Bessie” Graham and George Graham in heaven. Mom was born and lived Continue reading

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