John Firmino Cabral
January 30, 2010
CABRAL, John Firmino passed away with his family at his side in Victoria on January 29, 2010. He was born in Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal on November 24, 1947. Predeceased by his parents Dionisio and Rosalina Borges and his brother Jose Dioniso. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Margarida; daughter Marlinda; granddaughter Isabella Moniz; sisters Isaltina (Nemesio Pacheco), Natalia (Antonio Raposo); mother-in-law Ermelinda Ramos, sisters-in-law Leonilda (Gilberto Costa), Adelaide (Jose Graca), Ermelinda (Avelino Borges); brothers-in-law Antonio Ramos (Conceicao), Jose Ramos (Iberia), John Ramos (Maria Da Luz) and many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. John was a hard working, kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew him.
Prayers will be offered on Monday, February 1, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH, 4635 Elk Lake Drive. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 6V5.
Pauline Whelan (nee Beausoleil)
January 28, 2010
Died suddenly at her residence in Victoria, BC, on Thursday, January 21st, 2010. She was born in Lachine, Quebec, on April 30, 1921. Predeceased by her husband, William, in 2003; Pauline is survived by her sister Simone, her children, Diane (John) Ward, Billy (Linda), and Bobby (Danielle); her grandchildren, Billy, Jennifer, Catherine and Guillaume, her friend Ron and great-grandchildren. She will be missed by her many friends and staff at The Kensington who have shown such kindness to her through the years and by many other relatives and friends both here and out of province. Pauline and Bill fell in love and were married in the province of Québec. It was a union of Catholic and Protestant, French and English culture, a dynamic which played itself out throughout their marriage and was passed on to their children. The bilingualism made life very “interesting” at home. Pauline spoke both languages freely and her heavy french accent was just part of her charm. Pauline was a highly spirited woman, who shied not from showing her true emotions. She had many interests. A very organized, practical and disciplined housekeeper, she ran a clean shop. She also worked as a bookkeeper for many years with a construction company. Pauline played tennis and was dubbed “Jo bras d’fer” by her peers. For years she handcrafted and sold fine clay figurines. Later in life, her passion was painting but she had to stop with the onset of macular degeneration. Pauline’s greatest pleasure was listening to music. When she loved a particular piece, she would listen to it, over and over, without ever tiring of it. Pauline adored Chopin and Celine Dion. Something she was most proud of was her ability to imitate the call of the Black Capped Chickadee and have one land on her shoulder. She really nailed it. Her spirit will continue to soar through the call of her little feathered friends.
A celebration of Pauline’s life will be held later, in the Spring, when Mom will return to Mt. St. Hilaire, Quebec, to be reunited with her husband, where together, they will rest in peace.
Patrick Enright
January 28, 2010
2nd December 1940 – 25th January 2010
Suddenly at home, beloved husband of Angela and father of Austin. Sadly missed by his family and a large circle of friends in Canada, Ireland and around the world.
Funeral Service will be held at University of Victoria, Interfaith Chapel, Parking Lot #6, off Ring Road on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 4:00 pm. Those wishing to make a donation in Patrick’s name could do so to any of the following: Rotary Foundation: www.rotary.org., Canadian Anesthesiologists’ Society International Education Foundation: www.cas.ca/casief, World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists’ Foundation: www.anaesthesiologists.org.
Alice Caroline Thirlwall (nee Dexter)
January 27, 2010
June 4, 1921 – January 26, 2010
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving Mother, Alice Caroline Thirlwall. Predeceased by her husband Harold Leslie Thirlwall, Alice is survived by her daughter Janice; son. Donald (Brenda); grandsons Ryan (Andrea) and Christopher; great grandchildren Chloe, Gabby and Tyler.
Born June 4,1921 in Fort Frances, Alice was very proud to have served as a Flight Sergeant in the Royal Canadian Air Force 1942 -1950. She spent her past time enjoying watching Tennis and Curling and recently the arrival of her great granddaughter Chloe born December 2, 2009.
Alice (Chick Baby) will be missed dearly by her family and friends. Alice was like a banana, firm on the outside, mushy on the inside. Her passing will forever be embraced.
A special thank you to Oak Bay Lodge, Dr A C Swan and the nurses at 2 West, Royal Jubilee Hospital during this very difficult time.
There will be a celebration of Alice’s life at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in her memory.
Dream as though you will live forever
Live as though you will die today
Richard Scherr
January 26, 2010
Passed away peacefully with his family at home on January 24, 2010. Born in Allan, Saskatchewan on June 19, 1941. Predeceased by his father, Michael. Survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Pauline (nee Reay); son, Michael (Christine); daughters, Deborah (Ian) Klitsie and Katherine (Tony) Gill; grandchildren, Amanda, Ryan, Brooke and Lexi Scherr and Bryant and Megan Klitsie. Also survived by his mother, Stella; sister, Marlene (Leo) Rieberger; brothers-in-law, Dennis (Bernadette) and Frank (Bernadette) Reay. Dick graduated from St. Louis College in 1959. He then spent 30 years as an accountant with Field & Company before accepting the position of Secretary/Treasurer of Bartle & Gibson and Companies. He was instrumental in the construction of the addition to St. Patrick’s Church and of St. Clare Villa Seniors residence. He was a Knights of Columbus member for over 40 years. Dick loved three things with a passion: his family, his friends and his sports. As a friend he was true and loyal. He was a devoted husband and father always insisting on a family vacation each summer. Parksville and the Sea Edge Motel with the extended family was a favourite of Dick’s. He took an active role in the lives of many nephews and nieces. He played and coached many sports, excelling in baseball and basketball. His true joy in recent years was the time he spent with his grandchildren. He was able to combine his love of sports and family when he became a devoted fan at all the grandkids’ games, rarely missing two in a row.
Prayers will be offered at St. Patrick’s Church on Thursday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Church, 2060 Haultain Street at 12:10 p.m. on Friday, January 29th. Flowers gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Victoria Hospice.
Sigrún “Runa” Cuffling
January 26, 2010
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sigrún (Runa) Cuffling, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother,on January 20, 2010. She was born on April 17, 1914 at Bífrost, MB to Eiríkur and Margrét Bardarson. She grew up in Manitoba and in 1946 moved to the Columbia Valley with her husband and children. In 1988, Runa achieved a goal she always dreamed of – she moved to Victoria, where she spent happy years. She is survived by her children; Dallas (Betty) Bjarnason, Ruth Sabo, Gary (Sheila) Bjarnason, and Margaret Bjarnason; grandchildren, Fred, Mary-Ellen, Donna, Lori, Nancy, Michael, Jane, Runa Anne, James, Ron, Melanie and Amy; great-grandchildren, Jodi, Brad, Travis, Bobbi-Marie, Brianna, Tanner, Kelsey, Dallas, Brooke, Levi, Michael, Abigail, Aidan, Christopher, Jonathan, Jeffrey, Jillian, Ginger and great-great-grandchildren, Alexis and Emily. Sigrún was predeceased by her parents, Eiríkur and Margrét Bardarson; her first husband, Sigurjón Bjarnason and her second husband, John Edmund Cuffling.
A Memorial Service for Sigrún (Runa) Cuffling will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Löberg-Heimskringla, 100-283 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg MB R3B 2B5, 1-800-564-2374, www.lh-inc.ca or lh@lh-inc.ca.
Roderick “Rod” Gerald Fowler
January 25, 2010
Fowler, Roderick (Rod) Gerald died peacefully on Thursday, January 21, 2010, having suffered a massive coronary. He was in his 64th year, a beloved husband of Sherrill Ann (Fowler) and devoted father of Cameron and Patrick (Roni), and five (5) grandchildren. He is survived by five (5) siblings and many nieces and nephews. Rod will be lovingly missed by his many friends and family members from around the world.
Rod was born in Innisfail, Alberta, moving frequently across Canada with his Air Force family, eventually settling in Red Deer, Alberta. Rod was a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Royal Alexander Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta, where he also became a Child Care Worker for the Glenrose Hospital facility. Rod met his wife, Sherrill, in Edmonton, who was a patient under his care. Rod and his young family moved to Victoria in 1971 where he continued his nursing career at the Glendale and Gorge Hospitals. In his spare time he helped as a Boy Scout Leader and was a member of the RCM Police Auxiliary program. He eventually left nursing, pursuing employment in the logging industry and then worked as a Prison Guard at Wilkinson Correctional Facility. Having been involved in a serious motorcycle accident, Rod endured, becoming the Range Master/Caretaker at the Victoria Fish & Game Club, where “Ole Boz” enjoyed the company of his many friendships and acquaintances. He joined the Corp of Commissionaires in 2003 where had worked until his passing.
Rod was a man of many talents, a man’s man who was a lover of life. His tenor voice was heard in churches, coffee bars, and many other venues including Stage West Players and, laterally as cantor for Temple Yeshua. Above all, Rod biggest love was his mopar muscle cars, motorcycles and airplanes.
Funeral services to be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, 28th, at the Church of the Nazarene, 4277 Quadra St., Victoria, BC. Internment will be at Hatley Gardens followed by a reception at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ‘Israel Vision Canada Society’ or Dr. Meridel Rawlings, ‘Still Small Voice’, Box 84156, Mevasseret Zion, 90805 Israel. For further information please call Murphy and Gloria Pottage @ 250 475 2079
Robert Bruce Cuthbert
January 25, 2010
CUTHBERT, Robert Bruce
September 18, 1959 — January 20, 2010
Bruce passed away suddenly in Victoria at the age of 50. He is survived by his loving family; daughter, Jessica Campbell; mother, Nancy; father, Larry & wife, Lillian; brother, Jim; sister, Sheila & husband, Monty; and favorite (and only) nephew, Jordan. Bruce is lovingly remembered by his many aunts, uncles and cousins in Alberta; cousin, Susan Vancouver; and family friends, Bev, Victoria, Lindsay, Victoria and Evelyn in England. Bruce was born and raised in Victoria, graduating from Victoria High School, then on to UBC where he earned his Engineering Physics degree. He starting his career at Centinel Vision then moved on to work with Questek Research and Development Corporation for 15 years. Bruce enjoyed working with his colleagues and friends, Rick and Andy. Bruce was blessed to have had so many close friends that stood by him through thick and thin. He, in return, was a true friend — with a great sense of humour. If you had a problem with your computer, car, toaster or shoe, a call to Bruce would solve it. His talent, knowledge, memory and communication skills were astounding. We have lost a treasure.
A Memorial Service will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Friday, January 29, 2010 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Bruce’s favourite charity, The SPCA, 3150 Napier Lane, Victoria, BC V8T 4V5.
Leonard Sidney George Sims
January 22, 2010
June 11, 1918 – January 21, 2010
At 91 years of age, our beloved father has gone to explore a whole new world. He was surrounded by his family as he peacefully left us. Dad is survived by his loving partner of 13 years, Ruth; daughters, Sandra (Robert) and Darlene (Graeme); 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his little sister, Ruby (Bill). Predeceased by his first wife of 28 years, Dorothy (Bowerman), second wife, Joan and grandson, Garry and his five siblings. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy for 25 years serving in both WWII and the Korean War. We will miss his amazing stories that he shared with such enthusiasm (a lot of them humourous). He was known for his wry sense of humour, strength and courage as he faced life’s numerous challenges in his later years. Dad loved his bridge games with Ruth and the crew, countless hours of fishing and his Saturday morning breakfasts out. His visits with all the grandchildren were always exciting and made for much noise, fun and laughter. He had a truly wonderful life and was much loved by all. We would like to thank Dr. Ripley and all the nurses on 4B at Victoria General Hospital for their compassion and kindness.
Funeral Service will be held in McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Hatley Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion.
Wilbur “Bill” Mais
January 21, 2010
An era has indeed passed. On January 14, 2010, our dear father entered eternity and into the presence of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. He was one of a kind and the last family member of his generation. Bill was born to Eustice and Anna Mais on February 19, 1909 in Kingston, Jamaica. He was much loved by his children, his grandchildren, his many nephews and nieces, those he employed who needed a second chance in life, his friends and the marvellous staff at Mount Edward Court (Tannis,Wendy,Brenda, Bill, Maria, Khin, Sam , Colleen, Sabina & others, you know who you are) who cared for him as they would their own family. It’s true, there are angels on earth. Blessed with an entrepreneurial spirit, Bill went into business and opened Mais Electric in the early 1950’s. As his business prospered, he expanded into furniture and appliances, eventually selling the electrical contracting arm. He changed the name to Mais Furniture and Appliances and opened additional stores in Duncan and Ladysmith. After a long and successful career, he retired in 1975. Water baptized at 79 and arm wrestling his grandson to a draw at 95, he will be lovingly missed and remembered always by his daughter Diana (Nyna) Gillis (Mark); sons, Chris (Alice) and Larry (Nellie); grandchildren, Donovan, Danny, Joel and Alysha and great grandchildren, Dee and Aly. An Interment Service will be held at Royal Oak Burial Park on Monday, February 1st at 1:00 p.m. and a Memorial Service on Thursday, April 8th at l:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Flowers are nice, but a donation to a Haitian relief fund of your choice is better. “And just at the moment when someone at my side says “There he is gone”, there are other eyes watching and other voices ready to take up the glad shout: ” Here he comes” and that is dying – H. Van Dyke.
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