Born February 10, 1939 in Victoria, British Columbia to Harry and Doris (McMillan) Ashworth, and passed away peacefully at the Victoria General Hospital on October 15, 2021 in Victoria, BC.
Veronica is survived by her three daughters Debbie DeRousie, Barb DeRousie and Dawn (Dan) DeRousie; her four grandchildren Michael Hansen, Alicia and Tanya DeRousie, and Justin Taylor; her great grandchildren, Bella and Mia DeRousie; her brothers John (Frieda) Ashworth, Russ (Ellen) Ashworth, Alec (Nancy) Smith, and sisters Yvonne (Lorne) Arthur and Aleta (Greg) Hansen; her nieces and nephews Ronda, Linda, Rita, Karen, Stephen, Sheryl, Derek, Wendy, Jeffrey and Kevin; and her long-time friends Carolyn Black and Debbie Duncan.
Veronica lived in Victoria until she was married in 1957 when she joined her husband to live on several light stations on the Westcoast of Vancouver Island. She recounts “Life on the lights was different and challenging at times, but [she] loved living off the bounty of the land and sea.”
Veronica loved to cook and bake, and the workmen who came to the light stations were spoiled with her fresh-baked bread, pastries and donuts! This remained her passion over the years, and even right up until she was hospitalized, she enjoyed her craft. She was known for her rich and flakey pastry for pies, served with none other than home-made ice cream—yummo!
Veronica was strong-willed, yet could be so funny, and could have everyone in stitches with laughter! She will be missed and remembered for these good times. May her spirit live on in the presence of her predeceased siblings, “Wally,” Marlene and Bernard.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the future, date to be announced.
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#1 Comment By Kathy and Bill Gilchrist On October 19, 2021 @ 10:19 am
To Barb, Carolyn and Alicia whom we know and to all the rest of Veronica’s family we send our sincere condolences for the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. May you find Peace in gathering together and remembering the good times and the gifts you received from her.
#2 Comment By Carolyn Black On October 19, 2021 @ 7:47 pm
Thankyou Kathy xo
#3 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:36 am
Thanks so much Kathy and Bill. Barb xo
#4 Comment By Marjorie Fenwick On October 19, 2021 @ 11:35 am
My thoughts are with the family.
And my dear friend Barb sending you big Hugs.
Keep her memories close in your heart.
#5 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:38 am
Thank you Marj. Bxo
#6 Comment By Mary Gadsby On October 19, 2021 @ 11:40 am
Dear Barb and family. Thinking of you in the loss of Veronica.
She was obviously a strong and courageous woman .May you all experience her inheritance to you of strength and courage at this time.
#7 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:39 am
Thank you Mary. Barb xo
#8 Comment By Jodi Dyrda On October 19, 2021 @ 12:05 pm
Dear Barb, our thoughts are with you and your sisters and of course the entire extended family that Veronica, your beloved mother, gathered over her years to the benefit of those she touched by the sounds of her many qualities. May time wrap its healing arms around you all, Bob & Jodi Dyrda
#9 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:40 am
Thank you kindly Jodi.
#10 Comment By Barbara Bourne On October 19, 2021 @ 12:49 pm
Dear Barb. I am so sorry for your loss. Be assured that your Mom will always be in your heart. She will come to you in your quiet moments and bring you joy and peace with your memories. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time XX OO
#11 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:41 am
Thank you for your kind thoughts Barb, I believe that to be true as well.
#12 Comment By Janet and Dave On October 19, 2021 @ 7:34 pm
Barb, we are thinking of you and the family.
Much love
Jan and Dave
#13 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:43 am
Thank you for that Jan and Dave.
#14 Comment By Janet and Dave On October 19, 2021 @ 7:34 pm
Barb, we are thinking of you and the family.
Much love
Jan and Dave
#15 Comment By Carolyn Black On October 19, 2021 @ 7:46 pm
Dearest Barb and family, my sincerest condolences to the whole family in the loss of your mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, in-law. Veronica was so well cared for by all her family. Everyone doing what they could, when they could, how they could, to ensure she was safe and cared for. You were all the “village” that came together it difficult times. It was a true honor and I am so thankful to have known Veronica. She will be missed and always in my heart.
#16 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:45 am
Thank you so much for your kind words my friend.
#17 Comment By Maureen Heys On October 19, 2021 @ 8:07 pm
May the sadness that you are all feeling now in time be replaced with the fond happy memories.
Big hugs.
Love Maureen
#18 Comment By Barb On October 20, 2021 @ 12:47 am
Thank you so much Moe—I have felt her presence and remember the good times. Bxo
#19 Comment By Jim Barry On October 20, 2021 @ 7:39 pm
Hi Deb Barb and Dawn. So sorry to here about your mom. I haven’t seen her since you guys were just kids.
#20 Comment By Jim Barry On October 20, 2021 @ 10:16 pm
Hi Deb Barb and Dawn. So sorry to here about your mom. I haven’t seen her since you guys were just kids.
#21 Comment By Barb On October 21, 2021 @ 7:29 am
Thank you so much for reaching out at this time Jim. In her many recounted stories of the days living on the lightstations, you, Karen, Rock Bay logging camp are among the memories. Bxo