Myles Stanley John Mansell
April 28, 2006
MANSELL, Myles Stanley John Myles was born in Victoria on August 5th 1980 to Nancy and Alan Mansell. He spent a full but too short of a life living in the western community of Langford. Myles’s many joys included archery, minor soccer and lacrosse, motorcycles, computers, and of course the Military. Myles joined the 5th Field Regiment at the Victoria Armoury in the spring of 1998 just before he graduated from Belmont High School. To obtain his rank of Bombardier (Corporal) he completed many courses and exercises in and around the Pacific Northwest plus he travelled to both Gagetown N.B., Shilo Man. and Wainright AB. Myles was violently taken from us while proudly serving his country in Afghanistan. Myles was very confident that Canada’s role in Afghanistan was needed for both World peace and the security and well being of the Afghan people. While his immediate family has lost a son and a brother, all of Canada has also lost a loyal and productive son. Myles is survived by his fiancee Lindsay Sullivan, parents Alan and Nancy, brothers Michael (Sonja) Matthew (Sheila), Grandmother Shirley Yorko, Aunts Kate Mansell, Janice Kataoka (Kazuyuki) Dolly Mansell, Uncle Michael Mansell (Leah), Cousins Jeremy Nitsch, Christopher, Luke, and Theresa Mansell, Emily, Midori, and Marina Kataoka, and last but not least his beloved niece Emma Mansell. Myles will be sorely missed not only by his varied and distant family, but also by his innumerable friends and compatriots in the military. Services are to be held at the Christ Church Cathedral (Quadra at Rockland), on Wednesday May 3rd. at 2:00 pm. The public may pay their respects at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Tuesday, May 2, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse Preservation Society, 603 Fort Rodd Hill Road, Victoria, B.C. V9C 2W8 which was one of Myles’ many favourite haunts, or the 5th (BC) Regiment Foundation.
Janet Gilchrist McGovern
April 28, 2006
McGOVERN, Janet “Nettie” passed away peacefully at Aberdeen Hospital on Wednesday, April 26, 2006. Wonderful wife of William (Bill); worshiped mother of Agnes (Donald), Janet (Peter) and Joe (Krista); revered Nana of Mairi, Fiona, Catriona and David.
Nettie was a Life Member of the Women’s Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Born in Lesmahagow, Scotland, Nettie emigrated to Canada on October 24, 1977 and took out Canadian Citizenship papers. Her interests included all sports, especially Calgary Flames and Stampeders and, played many sports in her earlier years. A role model in many phases of life, she will be greatly missed.
A service of remembrance will be held at KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2964 Richmond Rd., on Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Elder Care Foundation, 1450 Hillside Rd., Victoria, BC V8T 2B7.
Eric James Butler
April 28, 2006
Passed away peacefully in Victoria on April 27, 2006.
Marion W. Greenwood
April 28, 2006
Passed away peacefully in her sleep April 25, 2006 at her Douglas House apartment,
Victoria Joan East
April 25, 2006
EAST, Victoria Joan (nee Dawson) 1913 2006 Joan passed away peacefully at Victoria, BC on April 13, 2006, at the age of 92 years. Born in Victoria on Wetherby Road, July 3, 1913. Predeceased by her parents, Edward and Selina Dawson; and brother-in-law Jack. Survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Howard (Howie). Lovingly remembered by her sister, Olive (Meadley) and Olive’s family, Ted (Maureen), Maureen (Vince Dale) and Danielle; brother-inlaw, Delbert; sisters-in-law Hazel (Dave), Ruby, Lila and aunt Lola and Uncle Maurice in Alberta; also many beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Joan had a career as a gifted Teacher in Lantzville and Victoria. After her marriage to Howie in 1953 she turned her attentions to family and friends, and enjoying her garden. Special thanks to Dr. Merali and Irene for their wonderful care and to many dear friends for their love and support. A celebration of Joan’s life will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Sts., on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at 11:00 am. A reception will follow in the Graham & Torrey McCall Family Centre.
Pelagia Kojder
April 19, 2006
KOJDER Pelagia – Passed away on a beautiful Monday afternoon, April 17, 2006 in the company of her family.
Laureen Inez Auringer (nee Kiehlbauch)
April 18, 2006
Helen Elizabeth Wright
April 17, 2006
1932 – 2006
Irene Juanita Kendall Smith
April 17, 2006
SMITH, Irene Juanita Kendall (nee Jordan) – Passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Eric Martin Palliative Care Unit on Sunday, April 16, 2006. Born in Nanaimo on September 3, 1922, she was predeceased by her parents; her sister and brother. Irene is lovingly remembered by her husband, Gordon; six sons, Don, Lawrie (Jackie), Ray (Sue), Dale (Wendy), Glyn (Cindy) and Bruce (Sheri); her daughter, Penny (George) Bridges; seventeen grandchildren, six great grandchildren; and her brother, Earl Jordon of Nanaimo, BC. She will be missed by many relatives and good friends.
Irene was employed for 32 years in the Dockyard and one of her main hobbies was knitting. Irene loved to knit and all her knitting was either given to her grandchildren or donated to local hospitals, churches or relief agencies.
The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Merali and Irene who where there when we needed them the most. Also to the nurses on the 5th floor at Eric Martin.
A service to celebrate Irene’s life will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Thursday, April 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow in the Graham and Torrey McCall Family Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of ones choice.
Gerold Walter Strobel
April 17, 2006
STROBEL, Gerold Walter passed away peacefully at home after a battle with cancer on April 14, 2006. Predeceased by his sons, Robert and Glen, he is lovingly remembered by his wife of 47 years, Elfrieda; daughters, Dianna (Tim) Hayes and Connie Wiebe; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A service of remembrance will be held at THE SALVATION ARMY VICTORIA CITADEL, 4030 Douglas St., on Thursday, April 20, 2006 at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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