Malcolm Balfour McIntosh

McIntosh, Malcolm Balfour “Mac” of Oak Bay, Victoria, British Columbia joyously entered the Gates of Heaven on December 20, 2023. Mac is now a member of Heaven’s Big Band. Mac was born February 3, 1932 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was the first child of Alex and Ethel McIntosh. Mac’s father, Alexander McIntosh, was born in Dumbarton, Scotland and immigrated to Canada where he later worked for the Canadian Railway. His mother, Ethel Richards, was born in Manchester, England and set the musical Continue reading

Arthur Tucknott

Arthur Tucknott                                                                1949-2023 Art passed away peacefully on December 23, 2023 after a lengthy illness. He leaves to Continue reading

Carol Dunsmuir (Demontigny)

December 4, 2023, age 72, Carol died suddenly at home. She was predeceased by her parents, Ray and Sue Demontigny; and sister, Gail Mitchell. Survived by her children, Lisa Dickie and family; Jason Constantine, Joshua Dunsmuir; sister, Diane Barker; brothers, Wayne and Ken Demontigny; two grandsons; and many family and friends. No service by request. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.pacificcoastcremation.com Continue reading

Josephine Ada Burges

Josephine Burges passed away on September 9, 2023, coming naturally to the end of a long and full life of 96 years. Born Josephine Ada Burgess Browne on July 6, 1927, she grew up in Toronto, and lived in California, Victoria, Vancouver, and White Rock. Jo married Victor Webber in 1951, raised two children with him, and divorced in 1977. Jo returned to Victoria in retirement, where she readily embraced the amenities of the city and region. She walked daily, weather permitting, and attended Continue reading

Grant Christian Schwartzentruber

In Memorial

Grant Christian Schwartzentruber was born on July 9, 1945 in Blake, Ontario and died on December 11, 2023 in Victoria, BC of pancreatic cancer.  He is survived by one daughter, Tamara Lynn (partner Robin Mercy, grandsons Akasha and Kirin); and two sons, Jeremy Andrew (Neeltje Boogert, granddaughters Maia and Nora); and Bennet Ian Tedric (Julia Tan). He is predeceased by his older brother Glenn, and survived by four sisters and a brother: Ferne, Mary-Mae, Nancy, Barb, and John.   He Continue reading

Dr Byron Alfred Heal

Byron passed peacefully at age 81. He leaves behind his wife Viola of 55 years, daughters Laurel and Heather (Ross), son Cameron (Julie), step grandchildren Taylor (Shawna) and Trina (Charles), brother David (Louise), and sister Carollyn (Ed).   Byron was born in Winnipeg and took his elementary education there. Then the family moved to Fort William, Ontario. On a trip to Victoria in the winter, they discovered roses blooming, green grass, and golfers on the golf course. The Continue reading

Andrea Brice

Andrea Brice (nee Migneault) was born on April 8, 1971 in Calgary, AB to Wayne and Maria Migneault and passed away on December 3, 2023 in Victoria BC at the age of 52 after a courageous battle with cancer.  She is survived by her loving husband Brent; sons Tanner and Billy; her parents Wayne and Maria; her sister Paula; her brother Anthony; her nephew Ryan and nieces Michelle and Kiana . After spending her early childhood in Calgary, Andrea spent some time living with her grandma Continue reading

Beverly Grace Crowell (Beaumont)

March 15, 1961 – November 22, 2023 Beverly Grace Crowell (Beaumont) passed peacefully at Royal Jubilee Hospital, now in the presence of the Lord. Beverly leaves behind Steve (Husband)  and her two daughters & son in-laws Sharon (Andrew) & Anna (Steve) and her 4 grandchildren. At the age of 62; she will always be remembered, as a loving wife, mother and Nana. We will miss her smile. We are proud of her fighting with MS for 32 years.  Bev's celebration of life service will be Continue reading

Bryan M. Mee

August 23, 1935 - November 16, 2023 Born in Victoria, August 23, 1935, to Clarence and Thelma Mee. Dad is predeceased by his parents and brother-in-law Curt. Dad has two sisters, Glenys and Penny and many nieces and nephews. Dad was very community minded, being part of the Esquimalt Lions, Esquimalt Neighbourhood House, Esquimalt Silver Threads writing group and Esquimalt Police board. His volunteerism earned him the Order of BC. Dad became a teacher at age 18 and for the next 37 years he Continue reading

Dorothy Myra Osberg

Dorothy Myra Osberg, born April 27, 1930 died peacefully, with loving family at her side, at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Extended Care residence on November 19, 2023. Dorothy is survived by her seven children: Jan (John), JoAnne, David, Susan, Sonja, Teri (Doug) and Barb (Leslie), as well as eight grandchildren who delighted her as much as she was adored by them; and 5 Great Grandchildren who affectionately refer to her as their ‘GG’. She was born and raised in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, to Continue reading