Rose Anna Louise Hobbis
September 28, 2007
HOBBIS, Rose Anna Louise
With great sadness the family announces the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Rose Hobbis, born in Cupar, SK, died Victoria, BC. Proceeded by her husband Ronald and son Bernard. Survived by all who loved her: Amber, Barry, Bev, Bill, Bob, Chelsea, Cheryl, Craig, Darren, Dave, Dena, Elaine, Erik, Erin, Fran, Gabi, Isibelle, Jan, Jason, Jaxon, Joel, Jonah, Kari, Kathrine, Rose, Kellie, Ken, Kerry, Kristin, Marcus, Nicki, Rachael, Rhonda, Rod, Sam, Sarah, Scott, Shane, Shea, Steve, Tanner, Terry, Tervor, Trevor, Troy, Zoe. Rose was active with the St. Alban’s Parish and woman’s auxiliary for over fifty years. A member of the Victoria Stroke Recovery Association for many years, and a Victoria Jaycette. You may remember Rose serving you at The Bay cafeteria or the Naden Canteen. She will be missed by her many friends, who always found her to be a kind and caring woman. A special thanks to the caring staff of the Aberdeen Hospital and the Parkwood Court.
At Rose’s request, a service will be held for family and invited friends at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Stroke Recovery Association, 286 Hampton Rd, V8Z 1H1 or online at www.strokerecoverybc.ca. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com
May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. May you be half way to Heaven before the Devil knows you’re dead.
We love you Mom.
Joseph Francis Griffin
September 27, 2007
June 18, 1921 – Sept 26, 2007
With great sadness the family wishes to announce the sudden, yet peaceful passing of Joe Griffin at home.
Lawrence (Larry) Dominic
September 25, 2007
Born November 13, 1924 in Cornwall, Ontario died September 21, 2007 in Victoria, B.C. With heartfelt sorrow we the children of Lawrence (Larry) Kennedy announce his sudden passing. He is now at peace with his beloved wife, Muriel. Dad was a long time employee of the C.P.R. Steamship Line from 1946-1966. He was a crew member on many of the Princess Ships over his years with the C.P.R. with ports of call from as far north as Alaska and as far south as Acapulco, Mexico and all ports on the West Coast of B.C. and the Island. It was on the S.S. Maquinna that he met his future bride, Muriel Walton. In 1966, he joined the fledgling B.C. Ferry Fleet, being on the inaugural run of the M.V. Queen of Prince Rupert. He worked the waters between Vancouver Island and Prince Rupert for 20 years retiring off the late M.V. Queen of the North in 1987. Lawrence (Larry) was predeceased by his Father and Mother, John and Sarah (Cardinal) Kennedy, his brothers John (WWII) and Roy (infant), his sister Margaret Hargrove (2004) and his beloved wife, Muriel (1921-1991). He is survived by his siblings: Rose St. Denis, Fred Kennedy, Beatrice (Ovielda) Fortier and Hubert (Gisele) Kennedy in Cornwall, Ontario, Julia Bridges in Nepean, Ontario and Florence Belile in Messena, New York and many cousins and nieces and nephews. Lawrence (Larry) is also survived by his children Joan Kennedy Linge, Lynn (Ken Pasula) in Victoria, B.C., Warren (Elaine) Kennedy and Norman Kennedy in Courtenay, B.C., and his grandchildren Bryan Linge and Daniel and Katie Pasula of Victoria, B.C., Chantel Kennedy (Mike Fischer) of Black Creek, B.C., Ryan and Amber Kennedy of Courtenay, B.C.
Family and friends may pay their respects at McCall Bros. Funeral Home on Thursday, September 27, 2007 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
John Charles Perry
September 24, 2007
February 11, 1919 – September 24, 2007
Predeceased by Gladys Argyle, his wife of 55 years; brothers, Arthur and Alfred; sisters, Dorothy, Vicki, Kay and Mary.
Leonard William Harman
September 24, 2007
Dad went peacefully to sleep on September 18, 2007 having been blessed with a wonderful life for 97 years – good health, good friends and a loving family. He was born September 10, 1910 in LeRiviere, Manitoba. His family moved to Victoria when he was in his early teens. He worked as a plumber on many construction jobs on the Island and was a member of the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters for 70 years. His enjoyment in life extended to every subject, from the latest in technology to what his family was doing. He was an enthusiastic participant in the activities of his grandchildren and great grandchildren, being active and independent up to the last six months. Dad was predeceased by his wife and love Gladys; brother Ernest and sister Lil Underwood. Survived by son Bob (Arline) and daughter Marilyn (Ray). Much loved by his grandchildren, Rob (Lenora), Renee (Michael), Gary (Noelle), Matthew, Laurie (Shawn) and his fabulous 9 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his brothers, Bob (Thelma) and Bert; sister-in-law Rose (Owen); his good friend and companion Marge Duncan; plus several nieces and nephews. His strength as a vibrant independent Dad will live on in all of us. Many thanks to Dr. L.A. Leong for his care and friendship to Dad and to the staff of Glengarry Hospital, Chandler Unit. A Celebration of Len’s life will take place on Friday, September 28 at 2 pm at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.
Margaret Gemmell Hind
September 24, 2007
HIND, Margaret Gemmell (nee Loudoun)
March 1, 1922 – September 21, 2007
“Her soul became too big for her body.”
Margaret was a loving and supportive partner to Reg, her husband of 55 years.
Danny Bouchard
September 23, 2007
BOUCHARD, Danny Daniel Jean Joseph
It is with immense sorrow that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved Danny Bouchard (40 years).
Mary Jane Abbott (nee Krinke)
September 20, 2007
Bessie Margaret Hinds
September 18, 2007
Bessie Margaret Hinds (nee Matthews)
Bessie Margaret, born January 2, 1909, in Columbia Gardens, BC and known to all as Betty, passed away peacefully at Oak Bay Kiwanis Pavilion on September 16, 2007.
Henry John Herbert Oldfield
September 18, 2007
HENRY JOHN HERBERT OLDFIELD
Herb was born on Oldfield Road in Saanich on June 4, 1914, the eldest son of Clarence and Doris Oldfield, living and working on the Oldfield Ranch for 25 years A member of St Michaels Church, he worked with the Youth Movement up and down the Island, finally leaving the farm to join the ministry, graduating with Honours in Philosophy and Psychology and an L th. in Theology from the Anglican Theological College. His ministry began in Manitoba in a small parish with ten churches. In Manitoba he met and married Mary Charlotte McGuinness, and with twin sons, John and Fred began a life filled with music and ministry, taking them around the world to churches small and large, to end at St Stephen’s, Church, Burnaby. There Mary died in 1972, Herb retiring in 1979 to his Island home, developing a Chaplaincy at Saanich Peninsula Hospital; and reconnecting with churches of his early days. Young People were his great interest, serving for thirty years at Camp Artaban on Gambier Island. Herb served as Vice-President of the Canadian Red Cross in Chilliwack, Princeton and New Westminster, as President of the New Westminster and District Society for the Mentally Challenged, Chairman of the Coquitlam United Way, President of the , Burquitlam Lions Club, secretary of Central Saanich Lions and member of the Malahat Lions Club. Predeceased by his first wife, Mary and son,
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