Archives for January 2023

Gerald Ian Kirker

Posted on January 30, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

September 17, 1932 - December 19, 2022 It is with deep sadness, that we announce the passing of a beloved husband to Anne for 63 years, father to Alec and Callum and grandfather to Calianne and Gina. After a long and courageous battle with Valley Fever, and an outstanding life filled with family, countless friends, his volunteer associations and two careers he loved; Jerry passed peacefully at The Victoria General Hospital. The family would like to thank the staff for their expert care and Continue reading

Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged: , , , , , , , ,

Dr. Frederick Stanley Heard (Stan) MD

Posted on January 11, 2023 Written by 10 Condolences

On January 8th, Stan Heard, beloved husband, father, father-in-law, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully in Victoria, B.C. at 92 years old.  Stan was born October 30, 1930 to Frederick and Ada Florence Heard in London England. While he was a medical student at Liverpool Royal Infirmary he met Stella, a nurse, who would become his wife and great support for nearly 62 years. After seven years of family medicine in England they made the difficult decision to emigrate to Continue reading

Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged: , , ,

Julie Ann Barrows

Posted on January 3, 2023 Written by 19 Condolences

It is great sadness that we announce the passing of Julie Barrows on December 28, 2022. Julie passed away suddenly due to a short battle of cancer at the age of 60. Julie was born on December 11, 1962 to Jim and Helen Barrows in Nanaimo, BC. Julie leaves behind her partner of 25 years Jerry (Spud), her son Carl, Mom Helen, and close friend Linda, as well as many families, friends, and customers. Julie is predeceased by her sister, Donna Barrows and her father, Jim Barrows. Julie started her Continue reading

Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged: , ,