James Alfred Moss
November 21, 2009
Jim passed away peacefully on Friday, November 20, 2009. He leaves his dear wife Betty; son Alan; daughter Pamela (Scott); grandsons, Slade, Owen and Quinn; brother Geoff (Jean) and nieces Gillian and Jennifer. He started his career in the Royal Airforce and trained as a radio technician. He was posted to the India Airforce in 1942 for four years. He came to Canada in 1957 and was with North West Telephone then B.C. Telephone as a microwave technician, advancing to planning engineer before his retirement in 1983. Jim enjoyed his family, fishing, boating, tennis, photography, music and wood work. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him.
A memorial tea will be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at the WATERS EDGE CLUB ROOM, 2600 Ferguson Road, Saanichton, BC from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Hospice, 1510 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8S 5J2.
Sarah Ann Duncan
November 20, 2009
DUNCAN, Sarah Ann passed away at Victoria Hospice on November 18, 2009.
Predeceased by her parents, Richard “Dickie” and Norah Duncan (nee Flint); younger sister, Eileen Morgan; and brother-in-law, Bruce Anderson, Sarah is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Jackie; sister, Norah Anderson; grandchildren, Brandi and Shane; and great grandchildren, Bartley, Alexis, Duncan, Ashley, Colby and Cohen. She will also be missed by numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Monday, November 23, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Following the interment at Hatley Memorial Gardens, family and friends are invited to celebrate Sarah’s life at the Royal Canadian Legion, Esquimalt Dockyard branch # 172, 622 Admirals Road.
Marvin Allen Emery Bisal C.D. LL.B.
November 19, 2009
Born May 17, 1932, died peacefully at home on November 16, 2009. Predeceased by his father Jacob (1964), wife Margaret (nee McMunagle) 2002 and his mother, Hazel, October 17, 2009.
He is survived by his daughters, Anne (Jason) Jones, Sara (Hazen) Bezanson and son David (Jo-lee Bertrand), grandchildren Payne & Finlay Jones, Margaret -Anne Bezanson, Owen & Evangeline Bisal ; his sister in law Anne McMunagle , nephew John ( Anne Clarke) McMunagle: step uncle Grant ( Judie) Ireland; his step brothers and sisters, Lawrence (Linda) Sapieha, Elaine ( Jerry) Stadnyk, Ken (Donna) Sapieha and Ron (Vonnie ) Sapieha, as well as various cousins and extended family in Saskatchewan.
Marvin was born near Rush Lake, Sask. His parents were forced to leave the family farm during the Depression and so he spent most of his youth in Saskatoon. He joined the Naval Reserve (UNDT) in 1951 while at the University of Saskatchewan. Upon graduating from Law School he articled in Vancouver and was called to the Bar in 1957. Instead of going into private practice he decided to go to sea. His early career was spent aboard various ships including the HMCS Cedarwood, HMCS Sioux and HMCS Terra Nova. During this time he met Margaret in Victoria and they would later marry in Halifax in 1962. He joined the Judge Advocate Generals Branch and during his career was posted to various bases in Canada, France, Germany and East Africa. He retired as a Commander from the Navy in Victoria, in 1982. After retirement , he joined the Veterans Affair’s Department as a Pension’s Advocate. He enjoyed this job immensely, particularly helping Veterans and their families.
Special thanks to Dr. Maskey and to Flaminio Blanco for their support, care and understanding during this difficult time.
A Memorial Service will be held at McCall Bros, Johnson and Vancouver on Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
Harbans Kaur Randhawa
November 17, 2009
Passed away at Victoria General Hospital on November 14, 2009 at the age of 89 years. Born in Vishrampur, Punjab, India on June 25, 1920 she is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, Dharam Singh Randhawa. Harbans is also lovingly remembered by her 5 sons, Bikkar Singh (Gurmeet Kaur), Ajit Singh (Harbhajan Kaur), Bhupinder Singh (Kirpal Kaur),, Sardool Singh (Darshan Kaur) and Jaswant Singh (Kulwinder Kaur); 3 daughters, Resham Kaur (Ajit Singh), Gurmit Kaur (Piara Singh) and Joginder Kaur (Joginder Singh); 22 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Funeral service will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. The service will continue at Khalsa Diwan Society Victoria, Sikh Temple, 1210 Topaz Avenue.
Harold “Harry” Taylor
November 17, 2009
TAYLOR Harold “Harry” – Peacefully on November 16, 2009 at the age of 83. He is survived by Irene, his loving wife of 60 years; his daughter, Kathleen (Bernard); two sons, Ian (Rosemary) and Randy (Vivian); six grandchildren, James, Kristine, Michael, Bradley, Kyle and Ashley and two great-sons, Riley and Leeam. Harry began his professional hockey career with the Winnipeg Monarchs, winning the Memorial Cup in 1945 – 46, the Toronto Maple Leafs, winning the Stanley Cup in 1948 -49 and the Cleveland Barons, winning the Calder Cup in 1950 – 51. He retired from Trans Canada Pipe Lines in 1984, coming to Sidney with Irene in 1989. Private cremation. A gathering of family and friends will take place at a later date.
Daniel McLaren Millar
November 16, 2009
MILLAR Daniel McLaren, died suddenly while on vacation in Luxor, Egypt on November 10th, 2009. Daniel was born January 13th, 1937 in Regina, Saskatchewan and spent the majority of his life in Victoria. Danny is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Anne; his daughters, Janice (Doug) Symonds and Joyce (Ian) MacDonald; his grandchildren, Sean and Grant MacDonald; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Earl and Marie Smith and family and his three grand dogs. He lived for his family and found great joy in his grandson’s activities. Dan was the office manager (41 years) and long time member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 1598. He was a founding member of the Positive Living Centre of Victoria. He was an avid model railroad enthusiast and never failed to stop to view passing trains. He also enjoyed working in his garden and quiet walks with his family and his three grand dogs. Danny will be remembered for his brilliant smile, laughing eyes and a warm heart that enriched the life of everyone that new him.
A Celebration of Danny’s life will be held on Friday, November 20, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, the Reverend Kim Fairrell presiding. A reception will follow in the Family Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC.
“Bill” Bak Wai Joe
November 16, 2009
JOE, Bill (Bak Wai) born December 13, 1924 in Victoria, B.C., passed away on November 10, 2009 after a short but courageous battle with leukemia.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, Soon Wing and Annie Chow, sisters Virginia, Rose and Daisy, and pre-term granddaughter Faith. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Fillis, daughter Salina (Sal Ruffolo), grandchildren Talia and Lorenzo, sons Gregg, Wesley (Amy) and Tony (Susan). Born into a large family of 8 children, he is also survived by brothers Jon (Verna), Ed (May) and Tom (Betty), sister Pearl, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Bill attended school at North Ward, Central and Vic High. As a teen Bill worked at the Empress Hotel, and as a young adult at Don Mee Restaurant. Bill took a long vacation in Hong Kong in 1957 and found the love of his life, Fillis, married and brought her home to Victoria. Bill, his brothers and other family members established the B & E Food Market on Fort at Cook in 1957. The family sold the business in 1988. Bill took an early retirement to enjoy more gardening, dancing, and travelling. Most of all, he cherished precious time with his grandchildren as “Goong Goong.”
Bill was a dignified gentleman, seasoned outdoorsman and self-taught handyman. Although he was a very honourable and private man, he often accompanied Fillis to enjoy an active social life. Bill and Fillis were well-known as accomplished ballroom dancers. Bill was known as a mischievous kid at heart who enjoyed the simple things in life. Passionately devoted to his family, Bill’s life was a lesson in constant love for Fillis, their children and grandchildren. In his own quiet and unassuming way, he was the firm and steady hand on the wheel that guided us through the storms of life. Together, Bill and Fillis created a firm foundation on which they built their family. His love for Fillis and their family was truly a blessing we enjoyed everyday.
Prayers and viewing will be held on November 24, 2009 at 6:30 pm, McCall Brother’s, 1400 Vancouver St. A Mass to celebrate Bill’s life will be presided by Rev. Father Peter Ho on November 25, 2009 at 12:10 pm, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 2060 Haultain St. Internment at Royal Oak Burial Park followed by a reception at St. Patrick’s Church hall. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Bill’s memory to Vancouver Island Society for Children with Autism (VSCA) PO Box 44106, 2947 Tillicum Rd, Victoria, V9A 7K1 or the Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children 2400 Arbutus Rd, Victoria, V8N 1V7. The family wishes to thank Dr. Benjamin How, Oncology nurses, doctors and Interdisciplinary Therapy Team at the Royal Jubilee, Palliative Response Team, Beacon Community Services and everyone involved in Bill’s care and attention in his last weeks. Bill will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by a multitude of family and friends.
Charity #1
VANCOUVER ISLAND SOCIETY FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM (VSCA)
Info:http://www.victoriaautismsociety.com/about
Direct donations by mail:
PO Box 44106, 2947 Tillicum Rd, Victoria BC V9A 7K1
Phone: (250) 818-4662 (Laurel)
Charity #2
QUEEN ALEXANDRA FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN
Donations on-line:
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Direct donations by mail:
2400 Arbutus Rd, VIctoria BC V8N 1V7
Phone: 519-6977 (Sharon or Jennifer)
Reynaldo Paulino Calleja Jr.
November 12, 2009
1959 – 2009
Born in Manila, Philippines on October 1, 1959, a long-time resident of Edmonton, Alberta and until recently made Victoria, B.C. his home, returned to the heavenly Father on November 11, 2009. “Jojo” Calleja was a graduate of the University of Sto. Tomas, Manila, Philippines, in Graphic Arts and has practised his craft for many years in Edmonton and Victoria. His loving parents, Reynaldo Calleja, Sr. and Leticia Paulino Calleja; brothers, Eduardo (Monika), Manolito (Vangie) and sisters, Marissa (Butch Alingod) and Doris (Jason Harden) and the rest of the family extend their gratitude to all their friends and relatives for their support and prayers. We wish to give special thanks to the medical staff of Victoria General Hospital for the loving care and comfort they have so generously given us. We are thankful for the precious years during which he touched our lives. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
“We love you and will miss you very deeply.”
Dennis Charles Pass
November 10, 2009
April 26, 1970 to November 4, 2009
Our much beloved son, Dennis has passed, leaving to grieve, his mom and dad, Norman and Jean, his sister, Jennifer McPhalen (husband Erin and children Airilee and Janessa), and grandmother, Kathleen Aldous. Dennis has also many aunts, uncles and cousins. We will miss his smile, his wonderful sense of humour and gentle spirit. We are grateful and better people for the time that he spent in our lives. We love you Dennis.
We wish also to express our deep gratitude to all the support from the many wonderful caregivers he has known throughout his life.
A celebration of Dennis’ life will be held on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 2:00 pm at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver St., Victoria, B. C. The service will be conducted by Rev. Dr. Gail Muzio. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Garth Homer Society, 813 Darwin Avenue, Victoria, B. C. V8X 2X7
Edith Cicely Shore
November 5, 2009
Cicely passed away peacefully in Victoria on Nov. 1, 2009. Born March 20, 1925 in Tudhoe, England, Cicely was the only daughter of the late Thomas and Edith Mitchell of Yorkshire and is predeceased by her brothers Tom and Peter. She married Cyril in Stokesley, Yorkshire, in 1946 and they moved to Canada with their young family in 1962. They lived in Sorel, Quebec, for 23 years before moving to Victoria in 1985. Cyril died in 1997. Cicely’s selfless and gentle nature was her trademark, as was her love for her children and their families. Cicely is survived by her sons Ian (Juli) and Brian (Kathy), daughter Valerie, grandchildren Sarah (Jason), Kate (Corey), Erin, John, Graham, Andrew and Megan and great-grandchildren Ian, Sydney, Justin, Jacob and Stokesley. She will also be missed by many relatives and friends across Canada and around the world, including sisters-in-law Jean in Nova Scotia and Phyllis in England, and brother-in-law Harry (Ada) in England, and their families. In Victoria, her close circle included the Foord family, headed by Ted and his late wife Meg, and dear friends John and Sheila Coates.
Cicely’s family sincerely thanks the staff at Victoria’s Douglas Care Community for their compassionate care during her final years, and especially in the last week.
A service celebrating Cicely’s life will be held on Friday, December 11 at 2 p.m. at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver St. in Victoria. No flowers please, just your fond memories.
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