Don Snyder

Posted on February 1, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

We are sad to report that Don Snyder ended his earthly journey Feb. 1, 2022, at the age of 95. Don had a long and full life. Raised on the family farm near Waterloo Ontario, he served with the Air Force at the end of WW2, training as a tail gunner. His next chapters included working jobs from shipping to seismic. He found the first love of his life, Dorothy, and they married and had three daughters. Don earned his Bachelors in social work, and enjoyed helping at- risk kids. From there, he moved Continue reading

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Donald Rea

Posted on January 31, 2022 Written by 5 Condolences

Donald Rea, 92, passed away peacefully at his home in Victoria, BC on Thursday, January 27th 2022 on his own terms.  Don was born in Toronto, ON, on October 3rd, 1929, the youngest of five children of Fred and Azilda (nee LeMonnier) Rea. He will be sadly missed by his three children Steve (Liz), Greg and Lisa and his three grandchildren, Gordon, Michelle and Daniel.  Don was predeceased by his first wife and mother of his children, Marilyn June Rea, in 1995. Don graduated from Jarvis High Continue reading

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Anne Grace Unger

Posted on January 27, 2022 Written by Leave Condolence

Anne was born June 23, 1951 and grew up on the west coast of Vancouver Island in Pachena Bay and Bamfield and then Port Alberni. She was mainly a mother and grandmother but she did many other things in the course of her life. She was a carhop, a beer slinger, a short order cook and server, a hairdresser and barber, a retail sales clerk , a crocheter and a scrapbooker. Her mother was indigenous and Anne was a citizen and elder of Huu-ay-aht First Nations and took a keen interest in band matters. Continue reading

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Laurie Wayne Geddes

Posted on January 18, 2022 Written by 6 Condolences

Laurie Geddes, age 77 passed away peacefully at home in Victoria, BC on December 30th, with Susan, his beloved wife of 50 years, his son Jason, nephew Charles Fincham, and long-time friend and associate Larry Jefferson at his side.  Laurie, the eldest son of Clinton and Shirley (Fleck) Geddes, was born in Truro, NS, and grew up in Middle Stewiacke.     He was predeceased by his infant son Robert, his parents, his brothers Ross and Ronald, and infant sister Jane.    He is survived by his family Continue reading

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Peter Charles Lascelles Griffiths  

Posted on January 4, 2022 Written by 10 Condolences

September 20, 1949 - Dec 14, 2021 It is with a mix of sorrow and thanks that our family remembers Peter Griffiths. He was always proud of and loved his children dearly, Danby, Scott (Mirella), Jace, Rutger, and Knowlton, his granddaughters Anna-Sofia and Vivian, and he always had great hopes for the future that will carry forward in them all. Throughout his life Peter burned hot, got many things done, and maintained his independence. He was an inspiration to more than he confounded and Continue reading

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Richard Stewart Bryson

Posted on January 4, 2022 Written by 13 Condolences

Richard passed away peacefully at his home in Victoria, B.C. on January 3rd, 2022, at a time of his choosing and in the company of his immediate family, following a lengthy illness. Richard was born in New Westminster, B.C. on December 1st, 1941, to his parents Bruce and Margery Bryson. Richard will be deeply missed by his wife of 54 years, Sandra, his siblings Elaine (Al) and Rob, his children David (Caron) and Neala (Troy), and his grandchildren Taewyn, Mhina, Daragh, Cian and Continue reading

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Travis Schurdevin

Posted on December 31, 2021 Written by 14 Condolences

It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Travis Schurdevin, also known as “Trapper”, age 47, on December 1, 2021 in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island, BC. Travis was born in Great Falls, Montana on August 16, 1974.     At the age of 5, he and his family moved to British Columbia, Canada where he has lived since that time. Travis was preceded in death by his father, Steve Schurdevin of Revelstoke. BC, and is survived by his two children, daughter Charli Schurdevin of Revelstoke, Continue reading

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Ronald N. Kisser

Posted on December 29, 2021 Written by 4 Condolences
In Memorial

September 21, 1953 – December 21, 2021 Ron passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital Palliative Care Unit. He is survived by his wife; his two children and their spouses; two granddaughters; and many cousins in Manitoba and Alberta.   Ron was a very special person with a big heart, very kind and would reach out to everyone whether he knew them or not. Rest in peace my love, no more pain! “I will always love you.” A celebration of Ron’s life will take place at a Continue reading

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Constance Eileen Richards

Posted on December 28, 2021 Written by 2 Condolences

Born Nov 1, 1931 Mum made the peaceful journey to be with Dad and her saviour on December 7, 2021.  She was 90 years old and predeceased by her husband four years ago.  “Eileen” was born in Fawcett, Alberta – a very small farming town that no longer exists.  She met her loving husband Ken when she was 16 years old and they were married for 66 years.  She leaves behind three children:  Cheryl (Danny), Laurel (Dan), Lloyd (Dana); four grandchildren Simon (Vanessa), Ben (Rachel & Daisy), Continue reading

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Vincent Dean Hawke

Posted on December 18, 2021 Written by 5 Condolences

May 17, 1965 – November 22, 2021 Vince was born in Hinton, Alberta on May 17, 1965 He married his sweetie Lindsey on December 5, 1987 in Edmonton, Alberta They moved to Victoria, British Columbia in 1998 and have spent 36 wonderful years together. Vince left this earth on November 22, 2021 in Victoria, British Columbia. He had a heart attack in his home in Victoria. He is predeceased by his father Homer Hawke, his mother Peggy Hawke, sister Leanne Hawke and paternal grandparents Continue reading

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Derek Ernest Allen Fast

Posted on November 27, 2021 Written by Leave Condolence

Derek died suddenly on November 27th, 2021. Born in Victoria BC on May 4th, 1986. Beloved son of Terri (Jim) and Al, and brother to Mary. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. He was a 5th generation descendant of Charles and Nancy Alexander, pioneers of Victoria BC in 1858. Due to COVID restrictions a family celebration of life will be held at a later date. Continue reading

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Kevin Ronald Miller

Posted on November 18, 2021 Written by 7 Condolences

It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of Kevin Ronald Miller on Nov 11, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, papa, brother, uncle, nephew, coach and friend. Kevin fought valiantly throughout a short battle with cancer. He was born on April 19, 1962 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to his parents Ronald (predeceased) and Gloria Miller. He will be deeply missed by his wife Linda of 38 yrs (his high school sweetheart). His children Jennifer (Jeremy), Leigh-Ann (Nathan) and Joseph Continue reading

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