William James Elliot Snow
February 26, 2010
A True Gentleman Passes
Bill went to meet his maker, Lord and friend on February 24, 2010.
Born in Mount Nebo, Saskatchewan on December 1, 1919, Bill grew up in Moose Jaw,
Saskatchewan and raised his family in Victoria, BC. He was admired and loved by many for
his integrity and gentle ways, his competitive spirit and his loyalty.
Bill enjoyed all sports and was, in his humble words, “a fairly decent” ball player (1st base/shortstop) and hockey player (centre). His sports career was interrupted with 3 plus
years of service in the RCNVR (Royal Canadian Naval Reserve) where his primary duty was
as an anti-submarine detector in the North Atlantic. An avid sports fan, his favourite teams
were the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Vancouver Canucks and Boston Red Sox. Bill’s other
favourite pastimes were year round gardening in his treasured garden and greenhouse,
listening to good music, dancing with his wonderful wife, and enjoying a game of bridge
with friends.
Bill’s work career was in the field of office management (Canadian Pacific Express, Solicitor
General Dept. – William Head Penitentiary and Dept. of Veteran Affairs). He also took great
satisfaction from being in business with his brother, Pat, first in a convenience store in Prince
Albert, Saskatchewan and later owning and leasing a warehouse/office facility in Esquimalt,
BC.
Above all Bill was a devoted family man. He would readily tell anyone who asked that his
family was his greatest pride, joy and concern. He was cherished by “ all his girls”. He leaves
to mourn his passing, his dearly beloved wife of 52 years, Irene; his daughters Judith Lynn
Snow, Leslie Ann (Chris) Hebb, Sandra Rose Snow (Curt Griffiths), Alison Marie (Ian)
McKerlich; grandchildren, Lindsey, Drew and Jenna Hebb, Lauren and Gregor Fraser, Taylor
and Logan McKerlich; and sister-in-law, Marjorie Snow.
The family wishes to thank Dr, Eric Shafonsky and staff for their compassionate and
professional physical care, Monsignor LaPierre for his wise spiritual care and Victoria
Hospice and staff for making it possible for Bill to spend his later days in peace and comfort
surrounded by the people he so dearly loved.
A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Parish (4049 Gordon Head Road) on
Friday March 5th at 11:00 a.m. A reception at Holy Cross Hall will follow at 12 Noon. All who wish to
attend either one or both to honour Bill and celebrate his life are most welcome.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Hospice or Red Cross Society.
Thelma Doreen Lee (nee Earls)
February 26, 2010
Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away surrounded by family on February 24, 2010. Predeceased by son, Bob and sisters, Ella, Rene and Marjorie; she is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Ted; children, Shannon (Richard), Lesley (Randy) and Bill; grandchildren, Phillip, Carmen and Joshua; sister, Evelyn and many nieces and nephews. Mom was born on October 31, 1930 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, where she spent her youth. There she met a young medical student who would later become her husband. They moved to Terrace, B.C. where Dad set up his medical practice. Together they raised four children, many cats and a couple of St. Bernard dogs. Mom was also a busy and gracious host to Dad’s many civic endeavours. In 1987, they retired to Victoria, B.C and continued their passion for travel as well as becoming avid fans of Victoria’s Symphony. Mom was an accomplished pianist, antique collector, little teapots being her favourite and a lover of animals (especially strays). She was a warm, incredibly kind and beautiful person; we loved her dearly and will forever miss her.
A Memorial Service will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Tuesday , March 2nd at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Mom’s honour may be made to a charity of your choice.
Annie Ellner
February 25, 2010
Jesus said:
“I am the resurrection and the Life, he who believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:” John 11:25
Passed away peacefully into her Lord’s presence on Feb. 24, 2010 at the RJH in Victoria BC where she had been lovingly cared for for the last 3 months. Annie was born in Victor, Alberta on June 22, 1916 to Robert and Lovina Duncan. She met hte love of her life Bert (Hubert) Ellner at the 1956 Empress Hotel Christmas Party. Bert and Annie were married June 8, 1957.
Annie was predeceased by her beloved husband Bert (2003); sibling Mary Elizabeth, Frances, Lovina, Robert Jr., Alice, Florence, Margaret and Phyllis; niece Carol O’ Conner; nephews Daniel Dobson and Russell Farwell; great niece Helen Fawell and great nephew Robert Gustafson.
She leaves to mourn her passing daughters Sandra and Teresa; grandsons Rodger and Christian Wright; great grandsons Dorrian and Korben; brother Bill (Agnes) Duncan; sisters Myrtle Dobson and Mabel (Martin) Hoydal, many nieces, nephews and especially “her boy” Michael Farrell.
She will be remembered for her gentle spirit and greatly missed by all who knew her.
No service by Annie’s request.
Margaret Doreen McLean
February 25, 2010
Passed away in Victoria on February 20, 2010. She was born in Victoria on February 15, 1923. Predeceased by her husband, Donald. Survived by her step-children, Robert, Catherine and Nadine and their families as well as extended family in the U.K.
No service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.P.C.A., 3150 Napier Lane, Victoria, BC, V8T 4V5.
Henry “Hank” Seymour
February 23, 2010
December 21,1951 – February 20, 2010
It’s with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Hank Seymour. Predeceased by his parents Mary Ruddy and Peter Seymour, survived by his beloved sisters Anne, Wendy, Orchid (Michel Noiseux), Helen (Jean-Yves Levesque) and beloved brother Richard (Diane Boroczi), nieces and nephews and long-time friends Mel, Nancy, Beatrice and Robert.
A celebration of Hank’s life will be held later in the spring in Victoria, BC. The date will be communicated to family members and friends. Flowers gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Ollie Ward
February 23, 2010
On February 22, 2010, Ollie Ward, my soul mate of 66 years, passed on. Ollie was the one I was meant to be with. She was my best friend, my lover, my partner, in the truest sense of the word and a fabulous Mother.
Ollie leaves behind our son, Rob; our daughter-in-law, Elda; two grandchildren, Alix and Jesse and a great grand-daughter, Lily, as well as myself. She is now on her journey to meet our son, Rick; her sister, Marie and her parents, Lily and Bill Icton.
Ollie was born in 1923 and came into my life 15 years later at the Fort Frances High School. In 1944, we married in Montreal during my short respite from RCAF overseas service. The way we married presaged a great deal of our life together: fun, lively, spirited, caring and spontaneous. There has always been lots of spark between us.
Work demanded that we live in many different cities across Canada and in the UK. Each time, Ollie built a quality life for the family. She made each move seamless and was able to build a web of friendships that sustains us to this day. She was not a large person but she did have a large personality. She loved people, a good time and was a whirlwind of energy preceded by an infectious laugh.
Ollie was active throughout her life in curling, golf, dancing (mostly with me), skiing, skating and playing bridge. To honour Ollie’s wishes, a formal funeral will not be held. Instead a private family gathering will be held to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer you give a donation to your favourite charity.
Submitted by her loving husband, Al
Maria do Carmo Raposo
February 23, 2010
RAPOSO, Maria do Carmo passed away with her daughters at her side in Victoria, BC on February 21, 2010. She was born in Sao Miguel, Açores, Portugal on December 14, 1920 and immigrated to Canada on July 1, 1993. Predeceased by her husband Joao Pedro de Medeiros and her son Joao Fracisco de Medeiros. She is survived by her daughters Fatima (David Amaral), Manuela (Manuel Teixeira), Zita Teixeira, Lizette (Jose Augustinho Tavares), Eduarda (Nicolau Goncalves), as well as, fifteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. Maria was a hard worker and very dedicated to her family. She was an active member of the church, especially spending afternoons playing cards with the Golden Age Group. Her smile will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Prayers will be offered on Thursday, February 25 at 7:00 pm 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 Friday, February 26 at 11:00 am with interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park.
Michal Janek
February 19, 2010
June 14, 1933 – February 18, 2010
Michal died peacefully on Thursday morning at Royal Jubilee Hospital after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He is survived by his beloved wife, Julia, after 52 years of marriage, as well as friends and family in Poland and Ukraine and across Canada. Michal was born in Milowce, Poland. After surviving the tragedy of World War II, he and his wife immigrated to Ottawa in 1965. In 1980, they moved to Victoria, B.C., where Michal worked for the local school-board. He was very active in his retirement, particularly in his devotion to the Polish community at the White Eagle Hall. Julia would like everyone to remember Michal as a patriotic Pole and Canadian and a proud, practicing Roman Catholic. He will be remembered for his happy demeanor, constant signing and playful jokes. Julia is very grateful for the staff at Royal Jubilee’s West Wing for their support, care and excellent professionalism during Michal’s last days.
A Funeral Service will be held at SACRED HEART CHURCH, 4040 Nelthorpe Street on Monday, February 22, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Pawel Szczur officiating. Interment will follow the service at Royal Oak Burial Park.
“May he rest in peace.”
Gerald James Hetherington
February 19, 2010
April 12, 1926 February 12, 2010
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gerry Hetherington. Gerry was born in Victoria, BC and was a long time resident of Cadboro Bay. He worked as a machinist at the Esquimalt Dockyard, prior to that he worked at Victoria Machine Depot and CPR. Predeceased by his wife, June, in 2008. He will be deeply missed by his daughters Junell (Charlie) and Karen (Geoff); granddaughters Nikki, Leanna and Jacki. The family wish to thank the staff and residents of Parkwood Place for their care and companionship over the last two years and the physicians and nurses at the Royal Jubilee Hospital and Victoria Hospice for making his final days peaceful and comfortable. A memorial service will be held on Monday February 22, 2010 at 1pm at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, 1400 Vancouver St. Victoria BC V8V 3W3. Flowers gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC.
Barbara Joan Avery
February 17, 2010
1927 – 2010
Joan passed away peacefully with her beloved dog, Shelby, by her side on Sunday, February 14, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Helen and Billy Ellis. Joan was predeceased by her husband, Duke and her brother, Dick Ellis. She is survived by her daughter, Helen McMaster (Lex) and her son, Richard Avery (Valerie). She also leaves her sister-in-law, Shirley Ellis and her nieces, Debbie Battler (Michael), Cathy McKinstry (Ken Wait), Barbara Gardiner (Doug), Pat Drury (Greg) and nephew, David Ellis (Catherine) and many great nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank all the staff and friends at the Kensington Retirement Residence for their loving care.
A Memorial Service will be held at ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Douglas and Broughton Streets, on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 2:00 pm with a reception to follow in the Kirk Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the S.P.CA., St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.
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