Gerald Albert Nicholson born 1954 at Olds, Alberta, passed away suddenly but peacefully in his home at East Sooke, BC. He was predeceased by his wife Zainah and his father George Nicholson. Gerry is survived by his three children: Colette (Nicholson) Gordon, grand children Wyatt & Dillon; Cory Nicholson, grand children Libby & Naomi; Cody Nicholson, grand children Charlee & Colton and by great grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother Thelma Nicholson; sister Beverly Continue reading
Archives for January 2021
Dorothy (Dodie) Margaret (nee Wells) Milton
MILTON, Dorothy (Dodie) Margaret (nee WELLS) was born in Victoria, BC on December 7, 1936 and passed away on January 17, 2021 at Sidney Care Home in Sidney, BC after a lengthy battle with Dementia. Dodie lived in Victoria, Nova Scotia, Sooke, Sidney and a few summers at the Quarantine Station (now William Head Institution) where her father was stationed. Predeceased by her parents, Capt. Jack and Muriel Wells (nee Church), 2nd husband Lloyd, stepson Tom, stepson-in-law Glen, siblings Muriel, Continue reading
Nita Ruitenbeek
1945-2021 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nita Ruitenbeek, beloved wife of John for 49 years, mother of Laura (Michael), Sharon (Randy), and David (Julie), and Oma to three grandchildren. Nita was born in The Netherlands and immigrated to Canada with her family in 1956, settling first in Alberta. After moving to Victoria, she raised a family and worked as a secretary at Pacific Christian High School for 22 years. As a lifelong member of the Christian Reformed Church, Continue reading
Roderick James Stewart
Roderick passed away peacefully on December 31, 2020. Born in Ottawa on July 21, 1954, he is survived by his children, James and Marissa, and his siblings, Chris (Betty), Vivienne (Claire), Lisa (Peter), Beverley (Vince), Laurie (Tom), and Julie (Terry). Rod was well-loved and will be greatly missed by his large family, his wife of many years, Donna, and his many friends. He loved spending time with each of us and inspired all, through his writing, haiku, photography, music, and spirituality. A Continue reading