Archives for November 2024

Merrilou Valpy

It is with a broken heart that I announce the passing of my Mom, Merrilou Valpy at Victoria General Hospital on November 8, 2024. Merrilou is survived by her son Jeff Brocklebank; family back in Niagara, Ontario including her best friend since childhood Vivian and her family, and our family in Escondido, California.  I must include Mom's best friends in Vancouver; Birgit & Maurice and SueSue and her family.  Mom is remembered for her love of live and laughter, and twinkle in her Continue reading

Robert (Bob) Ducharme

October 16, 1933 - November 14, 2024 Bob peacefully passed in his sleep just after midnight on Nov 14th. Born to Simon and Dolly Ducharme of Craig Siding, MB. Predeceased by his loving wife Brenda of 63 years. Survived by his children Debbie, Christine, and Tim (LJ). Grandpa to Alycia and Justin. Bob was eldest of a family of 11 and is survived by siblings Marj, Betty, Ernie, Clifford, Marlene, niece Becky, and a large extended family. Bob enlisted at 17 and served 20 years in the Queen's Continue reading

Arthur Simpson

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Arthur Simpson from Victoria, BC. Art passed away on October 26,2024 with family by his side. He will be sadly missed by family: Sister, Donna Badiuk; Niece, Deanna Badiuk and husband Malcolm Black; Nephews, Richard Badiuk and Brian Badiuk; along with extended family and many close friends. Continue reading

Frederick Leslie Webb

Webb, Frederick Leslie, 84, Fred Died peacefully Royal Jubilee Hospital, surrounded by family, on Friday, October 18, 2024.  Fred was born 19 March 1940 in Victoria BC, Canada. Son of the late Lieutenant-Commander (RCN) Frederick A. H. Webb and Florence Webb (née Walker).  Fred grew up in a military family serving alongside his father.  His uncle Horace survived the sinking of HMCS Fraser during the evacuation of Dunkirk only to be lost at sea in the sinking of HMCS Margaree Continue reading