Dawn Michelle Stewart

Stewart, Michelle (Dawn Michelle) passed away peacefully at Saanich Peninsula Hospital on Wednesday, May 14 at 7:40 p.m. at the age of 49.  Michelle is survived by her loving partner, Kirk Mason; Kirk’s children, Aaron Mason (Shannon, Aanji & Binaakwe) and Miranda Mason (Nathan & Aubrey) of Toronto, ON; Michelle’s parents, Elma and Garry Stewart of Duncan BC; her grandmother, Olive Stewart of Prince George, BC; her sister, Karen Flello (David, Liam & Andrew) of Victoria, BC; her brother, Murray Seguin (Winnipeg, MB); countless extended family members and friends; and her “two wee white dogs”, Samuel and Daisy, whom she loved so very much.  Michelle was a unique and talented person – a brilliant writer, possessed of a keen intellect and wonderful sense of humour – who put her talents to use for many years as a radio newsperson and as Communications Director for the Ministry of Health.  It was in the last role, spanning more than 15 years, that her analytical talents, her generous spirit and her fierce commitment to defending those unable to defend themselves shone most brightly.  Michelle’s final days were spent in the loving environment of Saanich Peninsula Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit; special thanks to Michelle’s fabulous doctors, Leah Norgrove and Ambrose Marsh, the amazing nursing and support staff of the PCU, and the wonderful home care nurses and members of the PRT who allowed us to extend her time at home.

A Celebration of Michelle’s Life will be held at St. Ann’s Academy, 835 Humboldt Street, on Saturday, May 31 at 2:00 p.m.  Light refreshments to follow.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to people’s charity of choice or to Victoria Hospice.

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