Yvonne Alda Graham MacKenzie

Posted on April 17, 2023 Written by 8 Condolences

November 15, 1928 — April 9, 2023 Yvonne Alda Graham MacKenzie was the daughter of Honor and Gordon Graham, and the youngest of four children. Born in Pilot Mound, Manitoba, a small settlement that served as a pilot for early fur traders, settlers and explorers in the mid 1800s, she grew up a happy and outgoing child filled with optimism and enthusiasm. Her favourite cheer was: “Hurrah for the Grahams and hurray for Pilot Mound.” This tiny, historic community was chosen by her grandfather Continue reading

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Denis C Allman

Posted on April 15, 2023 Written by Leave Condolence
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February 28, 1951 – March 24, 2023 Husband of Fay, Father of Ryan (Nadia), Grandfather of Preston and Piper, and a Friend to many.  Denis passed away suddenly and peacefully on 24 March, 2023.  He loved his family, cherished his friends, was an avid Washington (RS) NFL fan and music of choice was JIMI.  Denis had the best humor and was an all-round good man.  It is with a sad heart that we say goodbye. No Service by request. Continue reading

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Dorothy Lynn Weeda

Posted on March 16, 2023 Written by Leave Condolence

Dorothy was born Dora Wujda on February 7, 1933 in Fosston, Saskatchewan and raised on the family farm there. Her mother passed away when she was only seven and her sister Pearl substantially raised her and ensured she got her education. Soon after graduating high school in Yorkton, Dorothy took a clerk job at the Manitoba Telephone Company in Dauphin. When that office closed nine years later, she moved to the milder environs of Victoria, BC. She took a job as a typist/clerk at Canadian Continue reading

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David John Schmelzle

Posted on March 9, 2023 Written by Leave Condolence

Born August 7, 1959, Victoria, BC It is with great sadness that we announce David’s unexpected passing on February 19, 2023. Born to parents Frederick and Kathleen Schmelzle, David was the oldest of three children. In 1974 David and his family moved to Cumberland, BC. As a teenager David was a volunteer Fire Fighter with the Cumberland Fire Department. David also enjoyed drawing and listening to his favourite albums in his teenage years. One of his favourite songs was "Nights in White Satin" Continue reading

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Linda Faye Schur (nee Lees)

Posted on March 3, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

July 3, 1950- January 24, 2023 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Linda Faye Schur on Tuesday January, 24, 2023. At 72 years young she passed away peacefully in Victoria Hospice while surrounded by family and friends after a brave 5-year battle with cancer. Mom will be joining her spouse, Robert (Bob) Reid; her parents, T. Walter and Rita Lees; her brothers, Douglas Lees and Daniel Lees; and brother-in-law, Kenny Hicks. Linda was born on July 3, Continue reading

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Graham Foster

Posted on March 3, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

Graham passed away peacefully, surrounded by family members on November 28, 2022 at the age of 93. Harold Graham was born at home and ever after was called Graham. Raised in Vancouver, he was the youngest of five children born to Charles and May Foster. He attended several Vancouver schools finishing at Vancouver Tech. He was an accomplished athlete and was active in lacrosse and soccer into his 20’s when the responsibilities of fatherhood crowded out his passion for playing sports. Thereafter, Continue reading

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Peter Brydon Jones

Posted on February 23, 2023 Written by 2 Condolences

1963 - 2023 Peter grew up on a farm on Burnside Road, in Victoria, BC. He had a real talent for fishing, enjoyed dirt bike riding, playing softball, skiing, karate, and several other sports. He was an electrician by trade. In 2002, he had a serious motorcycle accident which he never fully recovered from, and which eventually led to his passing. Peter was predeceased by his father, Eric, and his eldest brother, Doug. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy, sisters Carol, Gillian and Patti, Continue reading

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Margaret Elaine Ironstand

Posted on February 13, 2023 Written by 8 Condolences

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Margaret Elaine Ironstand who passed away on February 8th, 2023, following a lengthy battle with Vascular Dementia.  She was 76 years young.  She is survived by her three children Vicki (Alistair) Graham, Michael (Berdine) Ironstand, Mark Ironstand and older brother Earl Graham.  Mom now joins her parents Genevieve “Jenny” Graham, Edward Graham, siblings Louise “Bessie” Graham and George Graham in heaven. Mom was born and lived Continue reading

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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

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Joan Alberta Leighton (nee Noyes)

Posted on December 24, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

Joan Alberta Leighton (nee Noyes), our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and dear friend has slipped the bonds of this Earth and died peacefully under the loving wings of Hospice care on Thursday December 15, 2022. Her brilliant warm smile and joyful, welcoming spirit embodied hospitality, generosity and a genuine interest in people. Joan retired to Victoria in 2006 after a successful real estate career in Toronto where she evolved from agent to broker to becoming a Fellow and Continue reading

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Dorothy Jean Louise Barlow (nee Porter)

Posted on December 15, 2022 Written by 14 Condolences

January 11, 1939 - November 25, 2022 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Jean on Nov 25, 2022. She passed peacefully at home, with family and best friend at her side. Dorothy will be so very much missed by her surviving husband Gary, daughter Stephanie, son Joe, and grandson Wyatt. Dorothy was born in Victoria, BC to Francis and Alfred Porter. As a young child, her family moved to the Pincher Creek area of Alberta. Along with her sister Kathy and brother Continue reading

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Lela Rolls

Posted on December 12, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Lela on December 10, 2022, at the age of 71. She was born on September 22, 1951, to Lorna and Henry Rolls in Edmonton, Alberta. Loving mother to Jodi (Andrew) Holland, Eric (Sarah) Seider, Adam (Car) Seider and Zack Seider.  Lela will be missed by her grandchildren, as well as her sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews and friends. As per Lela’s request, no formal service will be held.   In lieu of flowers, donations to the Victoria Continue reading

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