Edward Bilik

Posted on October 7, 2022 Written by 5 Condolences
In Memorial

Edward passed away peacefully at the Victoria General Hospital on September 26, 2022 and went to be with his Lord, Jesus. Born in Winnipeg on August 22, 1941, he was predeceased by wife of 40 years, Gloria; mother, Katherine; father, Walter; and his sister, Diane. Edward is lovingly remembered by his children, Laura, Joe, and Sheri; brother, Steven; grandchildren, Bryan, Jayce, Nyke, Pauline, Christopher, Tyrell, Shailynn and Zack; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and Continue reading

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Daniel Thomas Griffiths

Posted on October 7, 2022 Written by 3 Condolences

May 18, 1951 – September 21, 2022 After a courageous battle with multiple myeloma our dearly beloved brother, Dan Griffiths, passed away peacefully with family and friends at his side at Victoria's Royal Jubilee Hospital. Dan will be deeply missed by his family, many friends, and the church he devoted his life and whole heart to serving. Dan loved being a drummer and got his start in 60’s and early 70’s rock bands in Victoria, followed by drumming in christian worship bands until his Continue reading

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Robert Allan Olson

Posted on September 29, 2022 Written by 5 Condolences

September 13, 1962 - August 25, 2022 It is with profound sadness that the family of Rob Olson announces his passing on August 25th 2022. Rob leaves behind his best friend & wife Charna; a love story that began in 1977 when they were 14 & 15 years old and this year celebrated 40 years of marriage. From this love, two amazing sons were born, Brian (Jenn) & Dylan (Christina). Rob loved his sons more than words can describe. He was so proud of all of their accomplishments & Continue reading

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Derek Richard MacLeod

Posted on September 23, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Derek Richard MacLeod. Derek was born in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island to Milton Daniel MacLeod and Martha Grace MacLeod (Dunning) on March 14th, 1948. Derek attended Prince Street School and Queen Charlotte High School, where he was known as the shortest, most successful basketball player on Prince Edward Island. He earned the nickname “Oil Derek (Derrick)” for being slippery on and off the court. From an early age he showed Continue reading

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William (Bill) James Taylor Lt.Commander, RCN (R)

Posted on September 14, 2022 Written by 2 Condolences

May 7, 1926 – September 2, 2022 Bill Taylor has passed away. We are grateful and honoured to have had him in our lives. Bill had a zest for life that never diminished. He traveled many miles, planted many gardens and wore many hats over his 96 years of a life well lived. Bill is greatly missed by his partner, Joyce; son, Brien and wife Lorie; daughter, Denise; son, Lee and partner Valerie; and his grandchildren, Scott, Patricia and Colin. A celebration of life will be held at Bill's Continue reading

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Marion Doreen Rober

Posted on September 9, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

April 12, 1931 – August 17, 2022 Marion Doreen Rober passed away on August 17, 2022 in Victoria BC at the age of 91. Marion was born in North Battleford Saskatchewan, the fourth daughter of seven children to Donald and Nellie McLean. After finishing school Marion worked as a care aid in a local hospital before moving to Vancouver with her 2 siblings, Urla and Madalene. There, the 3 sisters worked and experienced the big city life.  While there Marion met her first husband Allan and they Continue reading

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Jean Milne Spence

Posted on September 8, 2022 Written by 15 Condolences

June 25,1925-September 1,2022 It’s with great sadness that Jean, of Sidney BC, passed away peacefully at Saanich Peninsula Hospital Extended Care 2  September 1. Pre deceased by her husband, Alan Keith Spence June 10,1989 in Calgary AB. Fondly loved and cherished by her daughter, Diane Dixon, her son Robert Spence (Joanna), her grandchildren, Paul Dixon (Heather Bourassa), Shannon Dixon (Alex Moret), and Angelica Spence. She took pride in her great grandchildren, Chloe and Wilfred Dixon and Continue reading

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Edie Whittier (nee Howard)

Posted on August 25, 2022 Written by 11 Condolences

On the morning of August 12, 2022, Edie peacefully drew her final breath and her soul left to find well earned eternal rest. She was the beloved wife of Don, loving mother to Michelle Cameron (Mike), and loving grandma to Declan and Ava.  Edie leaves to mourn her two sisters in Trinidad and Tobago, Annette Howard and Yvette Ragbir (Joey), and numerous extended family and friends.  Edie was predeceased by her parents James and Blanche Howard and her brother Rev. Father Phillip Howard.  Edie Continue reading

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Robert Lockie Yellowlees

Posted on August 16, 2022 Written by 5 Condolences

Robert Lockie Yellowlees, son of Mary Gene and Wing Commander Louis Alexander Yellowlees, was born in Toronto, Ontario. His family’s military life took them to France, Germany, then back to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1962 where he found his first summer job at 16 years old working on the railroad. The next moves were to Camp Borden, Ontario followed by Victoria in 1964. Robert received his teaching degree at UVIC but it took less than a week in the classroom to realize it was not the right Continue reading

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Robert Lockie Yellowlees

Posted on August 13, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

Robert Lockie Yellowlees, son of Mary Gene and Wing Commander Louis Alexander Yellowlees, was born in Toronto, Ontario. His family’s military life took them to France, Germany, then back to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1962 where he found his first summer job at 16 years old working on the railroad. The next moves were to Camp Borden, Ontario followed by Victoria in 1964. Robert received his teaching degree at UVIC but it took less than a week in the classroom to realize it was not the right Continue reading

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Shonan Dillon-Davis

Posted on August 4, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

Shonan Dillon-Davis passed away peacefully on July 5th, 2022 due to multiple health issues.  He was born in Edmonton, AB on August 5th 1969 where he developed a talent in theatre, dance, and was a car enthusiast. Shonan moved to Victoria, BC in 1991 and eventually called Victoria home for the next 31 years.  He attended University of Victoria and graduated with his CPA in 2005 where he had a successful career with the Government of Canada for over 15 years. He leaves behind a village of Continue reading

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Madeleine Dawn Warren

Posted on August 2, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

Madeleine Dawn Warren passed away peacefully at Saanich Peninsula Hospital palliative care unit on the evening of July 21, 2022 at the age of 92. Madeline is survived by her two children, Geoff Warren (Nancy ) and Jenny Buchanan (Bill ); as well as her two Grand children, Vince and Matthew Warren; and her great grandson, Kaiden Warren. Madeleine was predeceased in death by her brother, Leonard Higgs; her father, William York Higgs; and her mother Nona Dawn Payne. Much gratitude is sent out to Continue reading

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