CHAPPELL, Keith
Passed away on Friday, December 1, 2012. Lovingly remembered by his dear wife Helen.
Friends are invited to his service of interment on Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Hatley Memorial Gardens (2050 Sooke Rd).
Online condolences may be left at
www.sandsvictoria.ca (Obituaries & Tributes)
ANDERSON, Graham Leslie
- Teacher
Born April 8, 1929 at Bradford, England. Died November 18, 2012 at Sunridge Place, Duncan BC.
"Mr. Anderson" was a teacher at Shawnigan Lake School from 1957 until 2010. He was a Fellow of the Canadian Heraldry Society, Cowichan Herald Extraordinary, a Knight Commander of the Order of St. Lazarus, a recipient of the Queen's Golden Jubilee medal and numerous other honours and awards.
At Shawnigan he served as a Housemaster, Registrar, Senior Master, Deputy Headmaster, Acting Headmaster, bus driver, tour director, firearms instructor, organist's assistant and finally Senior Master Emeritus.
Graham was one of the fortunate few who found his calling early in life and pursued it to the end. He was a master teacher of history who left an indelible mark on thousands of students.
He was a true renaissance man - an authority on, amongst other things, heraldry, chivalry, pipe organs, Italian art, haiku poetry, astronomy, classical music, egyptology, archery, fine automobiles and all things British. His most remarkable quality was the ability to impart this knowledge to adolescents with colour, enthusiasm and lasting effect.
He maintained a passion for education for 53 years until at the age of 81 a stroke took him from the classroom. He did not go quietly. His focus in the final two years of his life at the Sunridge care facility in Duncan was getting back to the School.
He leaves his nephews, Alexander and Christopher Anderson of Victoria and Lake Cowichan; their spouses, Shannon and Sherri and their children.
He will be remembered fondly by his former students who are better citizens of the world because they learned of the wonder and importance of history from Mr. Anderson.
Donations in Graham's memory can be made to the Graham L. Anderson Scholarship Fund at Shawnigan Lake School.
A celebration of Graham's life will take place at the Chapel of Shawnigan Lake School on December 8, 2012 at 1: 30 p.m., boldly accompanied by music from the pipe organ that he built.
Condolences may be shared online at www.dignitymemorial.com
BADMINTON, C. R. "Bob"
August 6, 1938 - December 4, 2011 In Loving Memory
With his good nature, laughter, and love, Bob made our world a brighter and better place. Bob is loved in a big way - and missed the same. He is always in our hearts and thoughts.
Sharon, Brenda (Rob), Dean (Melanie), Bailee, Erika, Kennedy
"Time Passes Quickly. Grief Does Not"
KATSCHOR, Andrew Robert
August 02, 1954 - November 22, 2012
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Andy Katschor. Predeceased by his parents, he leaves his devoted partner and soul-mate Jim Cunningham, beloved sisters Christina Huston and Roxanne Birckett, good friend Tom Talbot and a large extended family that includes in-laws, the Cunningham clan, colleagues present and past and numerous friends from around the world.
A celebration of Andy's life will be held Wednesday December 05, 2012 from 3: 00 to 5: 00 pm at the Saanich Fairgrounds, Main Hall, 1528 Stelly's X Road. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
KELSALL, Richard Clever
October 22, 1939 - November 29, 2012
Richard was born in Vancouver, British Columbia and passed away peacefully in Victoria, BC. He joins his parents, Richard and Edna (nee Clever); also his sisters, Colleen and Shirley. Richard is survived by his three children, Donald, Karen and Christopher. He also leaves behind eight grandchildren, Bryan, Amandy, Shaun, Natasha, Krystine, Tyson, Brittany and Amber and six great-grandchildren, Adriel, Quinten, Niekolas, Annastasia, Devin and Portcia. Rick was a talented baseball player and athlete in track and field events, setting several high school records during the late 1950s in shot-put, discus and the 100 yard dash. He was an all-star baseball player and excelled as a pitcher and batter. Rick worked for Canada Post for thirty-five years. He was known for his perpetual sense of humour and for being a dedicated mail carrier who was recognized for his integrity on the job and commitment as a father. A special thank you goes out to the staff at Mount St. Mary's Hospital as well as to Dr. Jean Maskey and all the staff at the Royal Jubilee Hospital who took special care in looking after Rick.
A Celebration of Rick's life will be held in McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, in Victoria on Friday, December 7 at 2: 00 p.m with a reception to follow in McCall's Family Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA - a charity that Rick supported for many years.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
PLOUFFE, Jean Joseph (Jeano)
June 26, 1935 - November 23, 2012
Jean passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Victoria General Hospital. A well respected Master Welder in BC and Alberta and a brother of the Vancouver and Quadra Lodge Masons. Survived by wife Cheryl; daughters Laura, Leah; son Tim; grandchildren, Matthew, Morgan, Randall, Merissa, Cheryl, Jordan; great-granddaughter Ella Jean and loyal dog Dextra. Thanks to all of Jeano's special friends, you know who you are.
Celebration of life to be held at a later date.
STEWART, Ronald Richard
May 4, 1934 - November 30, 2012
Peacefully passed away in his 78th year. Survived by his wife Lucy (nee Hunt) of 52 years and sisters Tess Lawrence (Roy) and Eleanor Empey. He is lovingly remembered by his 4 children Rick Larson (Lyn), Stan Stewart (Cathy), Susan Pazder (Lawrence) and Greg Stewart (Michelle). His greatest pleasure was his 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Ron retired from the Victoria Police Department in 1989 after more than 30 years of service.
Memorial service will be held at 2pm Wednesday December 5th, 2012 at First Memorial 4725 Falaise Dr. Victoria, BC. Reception will follow.
July 24, 1925 - November 25, 2012
STONER, George Archie
George Stoner passed away peacefully in Nanaimo Hospital's Palliative Care Unit at the age of 87. George was born in Grande Prairie, Alberta, to George Archie Stoner and Marie Ottilie Stoner (Jacobsmeyer). He grew up on a farm two miles west of Spirit River, Alberta, with his sister, Helen Oke and brothers, Sam and Ted Stoner, all predeceased. George will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Mary, his wife of 62 years, daughters Elizabeth Aitken and Jean Stoner, his 6 grandchildren, David, Cameron, Sarah, Georgina, Stephanie and Alexander, and his twin great-grandchildren, Gwenyth and Marlon, as well as brother-in-law Don Shore, sister-in-law Bert Stoner and many nieces and nephews. George served in the RCAF during WWII, stationed at Coal Harbour. After the war, while attending UBC for a BA in Geology he met and married his wife, Mary Jean Ramsey Shore. He joined the RCR as an officer when the Korean War began and was in active service there until Dec. 1953. In 1960 he served with the Canadian Peace Keeping Force in the Gaza Strip during that crisis in the Middle East. He then transferred to the RCE and supervised maintenance of the Alaska Highway until 1964. From there he was posted to Vancouver, Downsview Airbase Toronto, Baden Soelingen Airbase Germany and finally Naden Naval base Victoria. He retired as a Major on July 24, 1974. George and Mary built their beautiful home overlooking the Winchelsea Islands in Lantzville BC and were always the best of hosts to friends and family. George worked for Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd as a Construction Inspector until 1989. He was a longstanding member of the Lantzville Legion Branch 257.
In lieu of flowers, friends and family may wish to donate to the Palliative Care Unit of Nanaimo General Hospital who provided such loving and dignified care of his final days. A Celebration of George's Life will be held in March 2013.
PREADY, Warren David Frampton
August 10, 1929 - December 1, 2012
After a long courageous battle with cancer, Warren passed away at Peace Arch Hospital with his loving and devoted wife, Joanne by his side. Son of Percival and Amy Pready, Warren is survived by Joanne, his sisters, Yvonne Yole (Matt) and Gwendolyn Whidden, son, Douglas Pready (Sharon), daughters Denise Fuchko (Tom) and Tanis Forbes, his grandchildren, Kyle, Trevor, Kevin, Keri, Dennis and Shayla and his many friends, nieces and nephews. Warren lived his life to the fullest keeping active as a shriner clown, a national coach for blind sports, lawn bowling and curling. He will also be missed by his neighbours and their canine families and those involved in magic. Warren's working days were spent traveling, selling and installing cleaning products for Lever Brothers. The family wishes to express a special thank you to the Palliative Care Team and the members of Hospice.
A Celebration of Life and balloon ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 8th at 11: 00 am at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, 14831 28 Avenue, South Surrey, BC. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested a donation can be given to Peace Arch Hospice.
