BANSER, Dorothy Marie
February 18, 1943 - October 14, 2012
Dorothy Banser, beloved wife of Edward Banser of Calgary, passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2012 at the age of 69 years. Dorothy will always be deeply loved and dearly missed by her family and friends. She was an amazing woman who touched everyone who met her. Dorothy is survived by her husband Edward Banser; children Deborah (Roben) Miller, Dean (Dana) Banser, Troy Banser and David (Candice) Banser; grandchildren Jennifer (Cody) Kwong, Marie (Will) Ward, Jordena (Benjamin) Simon, Joshua Banser, Jessica Banser and Edward Banser; great grandchildren Kieran Kwong, Aidan Kwong, Cadence Kwong, Adrian Ward and Annabelle Simon.
Funeral Services were held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Cochrane Funeral Home (369 Railway Street, Cochrane, AB), on Thursday, October 18, 2012.
Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Dorothy, a tree will be planted at Big Hill Springs Park Cochrane by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Cochrane Funeral Home, 369 RAILWAY STREET, COCHRANE. Telephone: (403) 932-4740.
CLEWS, Dr. Hetty
Of Victoria, British Columbia passed away with family at her side on Monday, November 5, 2012 in the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Born in Rowley Regis, Birmingham, UK, July 18, 1929, to Wilfred and Florence Minnie Upton, Hetty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was also an acclaimed actor, singer, author, director, and educator. She completed her BA in Theology at the University of Birmingham and a BEd, MA, and PhD in English at the University of Saskatchewan. Her passion for the theatre led her to be involved with the Saskatoon Summer Players, the Gateway Players, ArtSpring, the Langham Court Theatre, and numerous other theatre companies-a testament to her love of supporting community access to the arts. An active volunteer, Hetty regularly dedicated her time to such causes as hospice, libraries, and the environment. She held great comfort in her faith, and was a lay minister both in England and on Salt Spring Island, BC. Hetty was an excellent cook, a whiz at Scrabble, and had a beautiful voice, which she was not afraid to use, whether it was to welcome friends and family into her presence, or to sing. Everyone who knew her knew how she loved people, and her secret chocolate stash was never a secret for too long in her household. Hetty is survived by her husband of 59 years Dr. Alan Clews; her son Simon (Susan), her daughters Alison (Bob), Margaret (Sheldon), Madeleine (Hugh); her grandchildren Sarah (Geoffrey), Rachel (Adam), Katherine (Dave), Justin (Kimi), Sam (Ashley), Emily, Erin, and Laura; and her great-grandchildren Colin, Ryan, and Julian. She will be greatly missed by Barbara Wood and family, Margaret Downton, Janet Stokes, Max Taylor, Allan and Margaret Harris, Patrick Queely (Helen), David Holmes, Marje Clews, Bonnie Taylor, and many others.
The memorial service will be held at 10: 30 am November 14th, 2012 at Christ Church Cathedral in Victoria, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Society of BC.
"In our beginning is our end, and in our end is our beginning."
COOPER, Craig Robert Koga
February 9th, 1965 - November 3rd, 2012
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Craig on November 3rd, 2012 at the age of 47. He was born and raised on the lower mainland and spent 3 happy years in Victoria. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Elizabeth and children Garrett, Emma and Rachel. Also remembered by many whose lives he touched.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, November 24th, 2012 at 1: 00 pm at St. John's Heritage Church Hall, 537 Glencairn Lane, Colwood, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations to www.rsdcanada.org would be gratefully appreciated.
CRAWSHAW, B. Louise
Born Dec. 4, 1914 in Lake Valley, Saskatchewan. Died Nov. 1, 2012 at Oak Bay Lodge, Victoria, BC. Louise was a quiet, supportive and caring mother with an abiding ability to sense when family and friends needed her. Somehow, she knew to materialize at just the right moment and step away when the need had passed. Like the rest of her family, Louise was a great story teller whose tales sometimes elicited groans, but always reminded her children that they were loved. She was also much loved by countless friends, her siblings, grandchildren and, in the last few years, great-grandchildren. While much of her family lived outside of Victoria - where she lived for the last forty years - Louise kept family connections strong throughout the years. Louise was a passionate reader and loved the written word. She always seemed to know exactly what her children were reading in school and enjoyed discussing books with them; it was her way of encouraging her children to love reading, too. She also passed her love of reading onto her grandchildren who amassed sizable book collections, thanks to Louise. It was easy for them to remember which ones she'd given, thanks to her habit of inscribing the inside of the cover with 'Love, Nana and Papa." Louise had many hobbies and spent many happy hours making clothes for herself and her family. She did crossword puzzles in ink, always looking for more challenges. She was always curious and ready to learn more about the world, even in her last years when she could no longer remember what she learned for very long. Like her family, Mom had a killer sense of humour and could be counted on to crack wise in tense moments, particularly over the last few years of her life. She and her husband, Tom, believed that a sense of humour was more than jokes; it was also about seeing yourself in perspective in the world. They could be counted on to remind their-kids of that if they got "too big for their britches." Over these last years, Louise also became very observant and appreciative of tree trunks and enthusiastic in her exclamations on their beauty. When asked why, she thought maybe it was because they, like humans, became wrinkled and gnarled! Louise appreciated family visits, hugs, chocolates, Scotch, shortbread and truly lived in the moment with her family. She had very large soft spots for grandchildren and great-grandchildren throughout her family. Louise leaves to mourn: her daughter, Lynne and son, Michael; Lynne's son, Ian (Kyrie); great grandsons, Abhainn and Fearghus; Michael's daughters, Caitlin (Gail) and Ceara (Mike) and son, Cameron; her brother, Bud Ferguson's children George, Judy and Brenda, and their families. Louise was predeceased by her husband, Tom in 1999; and 7 year-old son, Ian David, in 1954. Louise and Tom were deeply affected by Ian David's death. The deaths of her sisters, Ginie then Ruth, and her brother Bud deeply saddened her. Mom had many friends and sadly she was left to mourn the passing of many of them. She spoke of them with great affection, particularly her best friend from nursing days, Don Shaw.
Louise's funeral will be held at Cadboro Bay United Church, 2625 Arbutus Rd., on Monday, Nov. 12 at 2: 00 pm with reception to follow.
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.
PLANES, Lorraine Elizabeth "Bunny"
Passed away peacefully on November 6, 2012 at the Victoria General Hospital, at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by her husband Frank Planes (of 67 years) in November 2011, parents Thomas and Edna and sisters Viola and Evelyn. She leaves to cherish her memories, children; Willow(Joe)Dodge, Fern(Frank)Albany, grandchildren; Michelle, Orton (Kylie), Leaf, Frankie, Alyssa, Ricky, great-grandchildren; Skye, Lyall, Jessie, Bailey Brody, sister-in-law; Germain Sutherland and brothers-in law; Jack Planes and Ron Planes, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral Service 10: 00 am Saturday, November 10, 2012 at St. Rosa Lima T'Souke First Nation on Sooke Rd.
DE WISPELAERE, Elvira
September 3rd, 1926 - October 26th, 2012
With great sadness we announce the passing of Vera at the Jubilee Hospital in the early morning hours. She was born in Ghent, Belgium and her family immigrated to Canada in 1957. Vera was predeceased by her husband Octaaf and her son Pierre. She leaves behind her two sons Terry and Roland, three daughters-in-law, 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She will be missed and remembered both by her family and many friends.
At her request a Celebration of her life will be held at the New Horizon's Centre, 234 Menzies Street on November 22nd, 2012 from 2-4pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Mustard Seed would be greatly appreciated.
KUESTER, Gisela Loving wife of Karl Kuester. Born in Germany, 1937. Long time resident of Prince Rupert, B.C. Gisela was a devoted nurse for more than 25 years with her sister Margo Eckert at the Gorge Road Hospital. Gisela passed away in her home on the week of her 56th wedding anniversary in her husband's arms. She will be sadly missed by so many people - her family and friends in Germany, sister-in-law Christine Sanches and husband Pepi; sister-in-law Ingeborg, who in the last two months phoned her daily. Our only son Kirk, his wife Carolyn and son Mitchell, Carolyn's family, Bernie and Trudy Crick and family, In Victoria Peter Walter and Kary Eckert, Evelyn, Spencer, Roselyn and family. A special thank you to so many friends here and in Germany for cards phone calls - that helps in the loss we are feeling, Karl Kuester and family.
No service by request.
LINDSAY, John David
October 13, 2012
Family had a memorable Thanksgiving with friends, phone calls and letters of good times. Survived by his loving wife Ruby and son Tom, grandchildren Jason and Joshua. You were the spice of our lives my dear. We are going to miss you so much. Many thanks to Hospice and Dr. Penguilly for our precious time with David. Tributes for John David Lindsay to the Victoria Hospice Society.
From his son Tom who says of his Dad: He never lied even once. He was true blue to all of his friends to a fault. So may those whom took advantage of my excellent Daddy be forgiven because that is the way he is. He read his bible everyday. His favorite was Psalm 13.
DREGER, Delmer Clement (Del)
February 16th 1918, died peacefully on November 4, 2012 in Victoria, BC. Del was born during a late winter blizzard south of Wainwright, Alberta. He was predeceased by Geneva, his wife of 67 years in May 2010, his brother Gerald and twin sister, Trudie. His is survived by his daughters, Bonnie Boon (Eddie) and Dr. Holly Tuokko (Don Chaput) and their families. Del obtained his schooling in rural Alberta and in Edmonton as well as Vermillion College. He joined the Loyal Edmonton Regiment on Sept 8th, 1939 and proceeded overseas in December, 1939. In 1941, he transferred to the Air Force and trained and flew with the RAF. He was repatriated to Canada in 1943. He came down with scarlet fever and, after some time in hospital, it was discovered that the fever left him with a rapid heartbeat and his flying days were finished. Later on, Del rejoined the army in the Royal Canadian Army Pay Corps where he obtained the designation, Registered Industrial Accountant (now Certified Management Accountant), and was awarded the Canadian Decoration. Del served as Financial Officer in hospitals in Ontario and Alberta and retired from the position of Budget Control for the Alberta Department of Hospitals. Del and Geneva retired to Victoria in 1980. Del served with many charitable organizations acting as treasurer and was a long time volunteer at the Goldstream Salmon Hatchery.
A memorial service will be held in the main lounge at Luther Court, 1525 Cedar Hill Cross Road, on November 11, 2012 at 2: 00 pm. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the organization of the donor's choice. Condolences to the family may be sent to [email protected].
MCCOLL, William Paul Barr
June 13th, 1921 - November 4th, 2012
Bill was born in Scotland and came to Canada at the age of 2 years. He is predeceased by his parents; his wife, Betty, his daughter, Susan and his brother, David. He is survived by his two grandsons, Paul and Todd Rozell; his great-grandchildren, Jacob, Madison, Dane and Devin and his very dear friend, Jane Dohan. He graduated from Esquimalt High School and very shortly after that joined the Armed Forces (Army) in 1939. He went overseas in 1941 serving in England and France. He returned to England from France and graduated from Sandhurst College as a Commissioned Officer. On returning to Canada at war's end, he joined the Mutual Life of Canada and remained with them for 44 years. He was a Charter Member of the Camosun Gyro Club (1949) and an Honorary Member of the Seniors Northwest Golf Association. He was also a life member of Victoria Golf Club and a Wall of Fame Member of Royal Colwood Golf Club. Although golf was his passion, he loved his great family dearly. As a winner of many golf championships, he has now gone golfing-----Cheers and Fore!!!
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Mary's Church, 1701 Elgin Road, Oak Bay on Saturday, November 10, 2012 at 1: 00 pm. Reception to follow at Victoria Golf Club. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his memory to a cause of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
OSTROM, Paul Eugine
Passed away October 28th, 2012. Remembered by daughter Pauline (John), son Martin, five grandchildren, Aaron, Arthur, Angela, Andrew and Alex, great-grandchild Bradley as well as many family and friends. Memorial Service at 12: 10pm on Nov. 13, 2012 at St. Patricks Parish, 2060 Haultain, Victoria. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Pat's Church.
SAINSBURY, William Dick
Passed over on November 3rd, 2012 surrounded by the love of his family. Born on April 16th, 1925 in Toronto, Ontario, Dick was the only child of Sarah and Samuel Sainsbury. Dick graduated with a degree in Forestry Engineering from the University of New Brunswick in 1947. It was there that he met his wife, Muriel and their adventures and life began. Dick started his forestry career in the backwoods of Northern Ontario when logging was still done by horses. He worked and raised his family in Beardmore, Nipigon, Sioux Lookout and Atikokan. New opportunities meant a move to Quesnel where Dick became the manager of Weldwood of Canada from 1966-1974. Dick moved to Vancouver to take the position of Vice President of Weldwood of Canada as well as President of Caribou Pulp and Paper until his retirement. He was a man who met new challenges head on and always moved forward in all that he did. A devoted husband, father and friend, he was known for his great sense of all that was family. Affectionately known as Jaja or the Jaj to his grandchildren and great grandchildren he played a pivotal role in all their lives. A true patriarch, whose love of family was time-honoured, indisputable, and true. His large physical presence was always matched with an even bigger heart. Mourned by his daughters, Susan Sargent (Dennis) and Jan Sainsbury (Bob); grandsons, Michael, Dustin (Melissa), Derek and David Sargent along with great grandchildren, Max & Sophia Sainsbury/Henthorn and Sebastien & Shepherd Sargent. He was pre-deceased by his beloved wife, Muriel in 2009 and his loving granddaughter, Pamela Elizabeth Sainsbury in 2004. His indomitable spirit was dampened late in life by COPD, but he never waivered in his determination to do everything his way.
A private family graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 11th, 2012 followed by a celebration of Dick's life at his daughter, Sue Sargent's home at 1986 St. Ann Street, Oak Bay from 3: 00 to 5: 00 pm.
"The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother." Theodore Hesburgh.
We love you, Dad.
SNOWDON, Grace Evelyn "Evie" (nee Timms)
February 7th, 1931-November 5th, 2012
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. She is survived by Bill, her husband of 57 years; her son, Liam and his partner, Andey; her sister, Elsie Cadenhead and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Joan and Dave Bell and numerous nieces and nephews. Evie was born in Vancouver and attended Lord Byng High School where she excelled in field hockey and softball and met her future husband, Bill.
Evie attended Normal School in Victoria at Victoria High School and went on to be a well loved PE and Social Studies teacher in both Vancouver and Richmond. In 1980, she was excited to move to Victoria where she enjoyed being the wind beneath her husband's wings as Police Chief and staying home to raise their son, Liam. She was an avid volunteer with The Salvation Army, Rotary Ann's and Santa's Anonymous. Evie often said, "I have had a life more amazing than I ever could have imagined!" Including 52 years of summer fun and antics at her beloved Yellow Point Lodge with the cross boarder Second Week of July Crew. Deeply memorable cruising on "The Bounty" in the Gulf and San Juan Islands and in Desolation Sound with many a flotilla of friends. Her deep love of travel and adventure took her and Bill to many corners of the globe in their retirement years. Evie will be remembered for her unfailing optimism and flair for hostessing and decorating, love and commitment to family and fantastic sense of humour. She will be remembered as the classy women she was.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1: 00 p.m. on Sunday, November 11th, 2012 at SEQUOIA GARDENS MEMORIAL, 4665 Falaise Drive in Victoria. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Boys and Girls Club Services of Greater Victoria. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
WESTMACOTT, Richard Antony
It is with great sadness that we announce that Tony died peacefully on November 6, 2012. Tony is survived by his loving wife, Magda, and daughters, Angela and Cheryl, and dear friend Cherry Mills who was like another daughter to him. Tony was born in London, England on September 28, 1919. He spent his early childhood in Mexico City where his father was a headmaster. His family later moved to Victoria where he attended St. Michael's University School. Tony went on to become a radio operator and worked for fisheries patrol on the west coast and for Trans-Canada Airlines in Winnipeg. He later joined the Department of Transport where he was involved in setting up airports across Canada. When the war broke out, Tony volunteered for the Ferry Command, a group of civilian pilots and navigators who courageously ferried bombers to Allied Forces around the world. He was one of the last surviving members. Following the war, Tony returned to work at the Dorval Airport as an Inspector of Licensing. He loved Montreal and it was there that he met Magda who was managing a book store. They were married in 1958. They were sad to leave Montreal when Tony accepted a promotion in Ottawa, where they stayed until his retirement. In 1974, Tony and Magda moved their family to Kelowna where they spent 15 years before finally settling in Victoria in 1989. Tony was well-travelled and had a keen interest in (and was often exasperated by) politics. He loved writing, music, and animals. Like his brother Ian, Tony was a talented musician, had a self-effacing, quiet charm, and a wonderful sense of humour. He will be greatly missed. Tony's family would like to thank Heather Fahr for her loving care and invaluable help over the years and all of the dedicated staff on A2 at Broadmead Lodge for their loving care and support.
No service by request. In lieu of flowers, Tony would have appreciated donations to any animal welfare charity, but particularly the Victoria Cat Rescue Corps.
WINTER, Harry "Gordon"
A True Gentleman! Our wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on November 6, 2012 at Sun Ridge Place in Duncan, BC. Born August 8, 1917 and lived most of his married life in Victoria. Gordon was predeceased by his lovely wife and childhood sweetheart, Isabella (Stewart) Winter on December 15, 2004. Gordon and Isabel met and started their long term partnership at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Victoria, BC when they were in the Young Peoples Club. Gordon is survived by his brother, Walter in Kamloops, BC and his five sons, Gary (Maureen), Stewart (Lynne), Allan (Carolyn), John, David (Joanna); 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. We will miss you dad! The family wish to thank the wonderful staff at Sun Ridge Place who welcomed Gordon and cared for him for the past four years. We are very grateful for the quality of care and compassion they showed for dad and the family.
There will be no service. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of BC. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
REED, Sarah May
January 15th, 1918 - November 2nd, 2012
Sadie, passed away peacefully on November 2nd, 2012. She was born to Wilmer and Mary Hogaboam at Mary Lake, Alberta, and together with older brother Charles and younger brother Prentice, they farmed in that area.
Sadie moved to Victoria with her parents and it was here that she married Lawrence Reed on January 8, 1945. On a nice day Sadie and Lawrence could be seen sitting under a large shady birch tree, amongst their beautiful rhododendrons and dahlias, after a day of gardening. A Cape Cod chair under the birch tree became empty in 2001, when her beloved Lawrence passed away. Sarah loved people and nature; her bird and hummingbird feeders were always full, and she made sure that some apples were left on the ground for the deer.
Predeceased by brother Charles and sister-in-law, Joyce. She will be greatly missed by brother Prentice (Loree), sons Gary (Dianne), and Ed; granddaughters Yvonne (Rob), Suzanne (Kelly) and Sara; great grandchildren Ryley, Nicholas, Kai and many nieces and nephews. Thank you to all who have expressed their condolences.
STEPHENSON, Frederick
Passed away at Oak Bay Lodge in Victoria, BC on November 6, 2012. He was predeceased by his loving parents, Maude and Hubert Stephenson and his life time companion, Carl Moench. He is survived by his cousin, Mrs. Ilene La Blanc (Ozzie, deceased) of Saanich and Judy, Colin, Ben (Ruth), Edward (Hayley) Waters of England. He will be sadly missed by his dearest friends, neighbours and former neighbours on Maddock Avenue. He will be especially missed by Francis Outingdyke and Larry Trup of Victoria.
Visitation will be held at McCall Bros. on Thursday, November 8th, 2012 from 2 pm4 pm and from 6: 30 pm to 8: 30 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets at 10: 00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Urn interment to follow at Ross Bay Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Fred's memory would be appreciated to the SPCA or Alzheimer's Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
