Roy James “Jim” Mitchell
October 28, 2008
Jim – much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away after a brief but valiant struggle with cancer. His memory will live on in the hearts of Olivia, his cherished wife of fifty eight years, his beloved children (and their partners) Rozlynne (Graham), Steve, and Peter (Mette), his wonderful grandchildren Jerry, Jason and Jennifer, his loving brother Glen and sister-in-law Doreen, his adored cousins, nieces and nephews and all those who knew him as a friend, here and in places around the globe.
Jim or “Mitch” as he was sometimes called was born and bred in Vancouver, BC, and with Olivia and his three children lived in Burnaby and Coquitlam in the early years and in West Vancouver for the later majority of his life before moving to Victoria 3 years ago. He was extremely well read, well traveled and the kind of man that made friends easily and kept them for a lifetime.
The world had for a time a wise and wonderful man, a great inspiration and a true friend – he would not want to be remembered with sadness but with joy, full of the awe and wonder at life, and the memories of a long and wonderfully lived life. His family welcomes all those who knew him to join them in a celebration of his time with us on Saturday November 1st 2008 at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets.
James Albert Agnew
October 28, 2008
Born in Sault Ste-Marie, ON, James Albert Agnew passed away peacefully at home after many years of suffering with heart problems, Scleroderma and Lymphoma. Jim attended the University of Toronto. After graduation, he worked as an engineer at Bell Canada in Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa. On retirement in 1974, with his wife Laurette (née Laplante), they moved to Sidney, BC where Jim had already purchased a house. They became members of various organizations. At that time the development of Home Computer was starting and that group was one of their first choices of activities. It provided the best way to communicate without delay with family and friends outside British Columbia. In 1978, they moved into their new home on the waterfront in North Saanich. They enjoyed travelling across Canada and the United States visiting families and doing the genealogy of the Agnew family branches. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Laurette; his sisters, Jean (Higgins), Mary (William), Miriam (Buchanan); sister-in-law, Doris (Fisher); nephews and nieces and all related families and friends. Special thanks are extended to the Vancouver Island Health Authority, Beacon Community Services and the Red Cross for the provision of equipment and personnel to make his days of suffering as comfortable as possible.
Honouring his wishes, there will be a private family service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Scleroderma Association of BC or charity of your choice.
Laurette Walsh (nee Rioux)
October 27, 2008
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital on October 24, 2008 and went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ, at the age of 84 years. Born in Rimouski, Quebec on September 16, 1924 she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph and is lovingly remembered by her children, Joseph, Kevin, Laurette and Suzette; sons-in-law, Darell and Wayne; her grandchildren, Shauna, Derek, Kaylie and Jakob and many relatives and friends in BC and Quebec. Laurette will be greatly missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have known her. Grateful thanks to the Geriatric Outpatient Department and the Staff on 2 West at the RJH. Prayers will be offered in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, on Wednesday, October 29th at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Reverend Father Peter Ho in ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2060 Haultain Street, on Thursday, October 30th at 12:10 p.m. followed by a reception in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Patrick’s Parish, Father Ho’s Missionary Fund, 2060 Haultain Street, Victoria, BC V8R 2L7.
Laura Gagnon
October 24, 2008
January 23, 1923 October 23, 2008
With her family by her side, our mother, wife, grandmother and great grandmother lost her valiant battle with cancer. Her indomitable spirit lives to be an inspiration to us all. A remarkably strong woman with a great love of family, a passion for traveling and feisty to the end, Laura leaves behind to mourn her passing her devoted husband Laurent (Lou), her four daughters, Rose (Jeff), Linda (Harry), Ruth (Jim), Louise (Brian) and stepchildren Chrissy and Richard. Also left to remember her are grandchildren Donna, Bob, Theresa, Kim, Joe, Scott, Lisa, Cyndy, Jennifer, Jason, Stephanie, Chantelle and Luke, 15 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Laura is also survived by two sisters, Mary and Yvonne, and was predeceased by her first husband Hubert, brother Albert and sisters, Lena, Theresa, Emma, and Albertina. Our family is profoundly grateful for the care our Mom received from all of the health care professionals involved both in Victoria and on the Saanich Peninsula. Although you are too numerous to mention, you know who you are. May you all be forever blessed for what you do. Friends may pay their respects at McCall’s Funeral Home, Johnson and Vancouver Sts. on Friday, October 24th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The funeral service will be conducted at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel on Saturday October 25th at 3pm. Flowers are gratefully declined; tributes, if desired, may be directed to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit, 2166 Mt. Newton X Road, Saanichton, BC, V8M 2B2.
Millicent (Millie) Barlow
October 23, 2008
Passed away peacefully at home. Mum was born in Sale, Cheshire England and came to Canada in 1948. Predeceased by her husband, Norman in 1974; daughter, Jean in 1999; great-granddaughter Kala in 2006. Survived by her son, Frank (Barb) Barlow; daughter, Sheila (Bob) Porter; grandchildren, Michael (Jo), Brian, Sylvia (Quinton), Steven (Leah), Robert, Laurie (Mac), Christopher (Maria), Dorrian (Stephany) and 14 great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Matthias Church, 600 Richmond Road on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 2:00 pm.
Jean Alexander Graham Surtees (nee Turnbull)
October 23, 2008
Passed away October 23, 2008 in Victoria. She was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on February 12, 1921. Predeceased by her husband, Jack in 1980. Survived by her loving daughters, Jean Louise Day (John) and Donna Stewart (Mike Demers); grandchildren, Tony and Alex Day and James and Marissa Stewart. Jean was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her. The family would like to thank Dr. Innes and all the staff at Oak Bay Lodge for their kind care and support.
Private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to the Alzheimer Society of BC, 2571-A Quadra Street, Victoria, BC, V8T 4E1.
Roger George Knowles
October 23, 2008
Died peacefully on October 18, 2008 at the age of 62 in Victoria after a courageous battle with COPD. Roger was born in Birmingham, England and emigrated to Canada as a child, with his formative years spent living in Winnipeg and Montreal. As an adult, Roger lived in Wainwright, Alberta, Banff, Alberta, Qualicum Beach, B.C., and for the last 12 years in Victoria, B.C.
Predeceased by his mother, Patricia, Roger is survived by his father George (Gisela), brother Malcolm (Gayle), sons Justin (Andrea) and Tate (Christina). He will be missed by his good friend Michelia and her husband King and their family, long time friend Marcia, and many other relatives, friends, and co-workers.
Roger was a creative and intelligent man with his own unique sense of humour. He filled various working roles in his life and displayed skill and perfectionism as a carpenter and renovator and particularly enjoyed his work at Ensign Chrysler before illness forced an early retirement. Roger had a passion for food, a love of coffee, and was always up for a conversation. He left an impression on many who crossed his path.
Roger’s family would like to thank Dr. Hepburn, Dr. Poulson, the respiratory ward at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, and the GSS staff at the Gorge Hospital for the care and attention provided.
Roger’s life will be celebrated on Sunday, October 26th at 3pm with an outdoor ceremony at Clover Point in Victoria, followed by a 4pm reception at JB’s Cafe, located at 911 Yates St. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Red Cross ECMELS program which provided medical equipment which greatly assisted Roger in his final years.
Rosemarie Zozula (Maloney)
October 23, 2008
Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on October 19, 2008. She will be sadly missed by husband Peter, children, Al, Arlene, Dave, Doug and Corrine and granddaughter Kaity. Also survived by brother Barry and sister Judy Pusateri (Chuck) and many nieces, cousins and a nephew. Pre-deceased by mother and father, Mary and Jack and brothers Dan and Joe. Rosie was the eldest of the Maloney family who owned the Busy Bee grocery store. In addition to raising 5 children, she enjoyed the many friends she made while working at CIBC and Coast Capital Savings. Rosie was loved by everyone she met for her warmth, kindness, big heart and delicious raisin buns!
A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, Oct 27 at 11a.m. at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Vancouver and Johnson St. In lieu of flowers, donations to ALS Society, Box 43054, 3335 Oak St., Victoria BC, V8X 3G2, in memory of brother Dan are greatly appreciated.
Rosie, we will miss your hugs.!
Ida Evelyn Danford Banfield (McAllister)
October 23, 2008
Ida was born in Seattle, Washington April 7th, 1914. She was the only child of John and Evelyn McAllister. Predeceased by husband of 48 years George in 1982 and son John (Jack) in 1998.
Survived by sons Keith (Margaret), Vern (Denise), Wayne (Marilyn), daughter-in-law Lyna,many grandchildren, great grandchildren and dear friends, whom she loved dearly. Ida spent some early years in Vancouver, North Van and Victoria. The Family settled in Esquimalt where she spent many happy years. She had fond memories which she shared in her fabulous stories about family history that that will be remembered and passed on to future generations. One of her cherished memories was with George living in Hudson Hope while George worked on the Peace River Dam from 1967- 1970. Ida’s love for flowers and roses and tending to her garden were a passion. When weather didn’t permit one could find her at yet another favourite pastime knitting,crocheting, listening to music or playing her family piano and always ready for tea whenever anyone dropped by to visit. She was kind and compassionate with a wonderful sense of humour and an inspiration to us all and will be sadly missed by her loving family and many friends.
There will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Paulina Hoffmann
October 21, 2008
Paulina passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2008 at the age of 85.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Stanley. She leaves behind her sons, Stanley (Muriel) and Tony (Linda), two grandsons and two great granddaughters. She will be greatly missed and warmly remembered.
A heartfelt thank you to the care workers from Beacon Community Services and the staff on 2 West at the RJH.
A Memorial Service will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Sts. on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Reception following. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be directed to the Alzheimer Society, 2571 A Quadra St., Victoria BC, V8T 4E1 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 107 – 1001 Cloverdale Ave., Victoria BC, V8X 4C9.
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