Mario Biasio
May 30, 2010
Mario passed away Wednesday May 26, 2010 in his 68th year after experiencing complications with bladder cancer.
He was predeceased by his brother Carlo, and his sister Verena. He will be greatly missed by his wife Michèle; sisters Theresa (Sergio) and Dora; brother Emilio (Cathy); father-in-law Larry (Paula); sisters-in-law Colette (Bernie) and Lise, his many nephews and nieces, as well as his stepchildren Telell, Taio and Gaeli. He was previously married to Heather, then to Roselyn. Mario had many friends near and far who will also miss him dearly.
Mario was born in Zurich, Switzerland and came to Victoria in 1976. He worked as a counsellor, designing and teaching classes on personal empowerment. He created The Heart Cards along with his wife, Michéle, and wrote a book called “I’m the one I’ve been looking for!”.
In his younger years, he travelled the world as he wanted to learn about life through his own life experiences. Mario was a kind, compassionate man, with endless patience. He had a great respect for humanity and nature.
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. J. MacPherson and his wife Sandy for their continued kindness and willingness to see Mario in his time of need. Also we would like to thank Dr. A. Attwell, Dr. J. Kinihan, Dr. B. Martin, the staff at VGH 6A, RJH CCU unit, and RJH Cancer Clinic, to name a few.
Mario departed this world quickly, making his suffering shorter. We are grateful to God for bringing him into our lives.
A Memorial Service will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Street, Victoria, BC, on Sunday, June 6, 2010 at 1 pm.
Wallace “Wally” West
May 28, 2010
Passed away peacefully on May 22, 2010. Born in Victoria, BC on November 30, 1912. Predeceased by his wife Dorothy (Dot) in 2007. Lovingly remembered by his sons Gerry (Elesa), Dave (Maureen); step-sister Gwen and brother-in-law George (Marion) along with many other family and friends.
Wally left home at an early age; his first job was delivering groceries around streets of Victoria by bicycle. He went on to work cutting cordwood and in the stoveworks during the Depression. He also worked at the Wilkinson Road Institution, now the Wilkinson Road Jail. He moved to the Cowichan Valley in the 40′s working at the Honeymoon Bay Sawmill and for Garner Construction. Wally met and married Dot in Duncan and moved to Victoria in the 50′s where they raised their two sons. He went to work for the Dockyard as an Electrician; he worked there for 25 years until his retirement in 1976. His interests were many ranging from hunting and fishing, in his early years, travelling, camping, cards and gardening. He was a constant gardener and shared this love with his sons, he was also a member of the Victoria Lapidary & Mineral Society and the Faceters Guild. Wally will be remembered as a kind and gentle person. He will be forever missed, but carried with us all in our hearts forever. Heartfelt thanks to the staff and nurses at the Central Care Home for his excellent care during the last four months.
A Memorial Service will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Monday, May 31, 2010 at 2:00 pm with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, #107-1001 Cloverdale Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 4C9. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com.
William “Alex” Alexander Porter
May 28, 2010
With sadness, we announce the passing of William Alexander Porter at Royal Jubilee Hospital on May 26, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kathryn (Deen); three children, John (Jean), Susan (Brian), David (Cynthia) and four grandchildren, Shannon, Robert, Seamus and Angus. Alex was born in Edmonton on January 3, 1924 to Catherine (Munro) and William John Porter. He spent his youth in Vancouver, Anyox and Victoria, attending Sir James Douglas Elementary, Victoria High School and Victoria College. After serving in the Air Force, Alex then enrolled at UBC, graduating in 1949 (BSc Forestry). He then attended the University of Wisconsin where he met the woman who became his lifetime companion. He was employed by the Federal Government in Forest Pathology, then entered the education field and taught high school science in Victoria. He was an avid yachtsman and enjoyed many summers cruising the BC Coast. For over thirty years, he was a member of Capital City Yacht Club. He also belonged to the Victoria Cruising Club and Council of BC Yacht Clubs. Many thanks to the staff at RJH for their care and support.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 2:30 pm at the Capital City Yacht Club, 10630 Blue Heron Road in Sidney, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marine Parks Forever Society or a charity of choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Phyllis A. Manning (nee Pendray)
May 28, 2010
In Victoria, BC on May 27, 2010, Phyllis A. Manning, nee Pendray, a pioneer Victoria family, she was predeceased in 1989 by her husband, Frederick, whom she married in Victoria in 1935. Survived by her son, John and daughter-in-law, Joyce, of Sidney, BC; daughters, Gail Ridgway and son-in-law, Harold of Loon Lake, BC., Cynthia Cooper and son-in-law, Derek of Victoria; eight grandchildren, Cynthia Fraser, Heather Fraser, Stephanie Crozier, John Eyton, Kimberley Enns-Manning, Scott Manning, Mark Manning and Kellie Manning; nine great-grandchildren, Alexander, Carter, Noah, Grayson, Lauren, Ryan, Deja, Elijah and Thea.
At the request of Phyllis, the service will be private. Flowers are gratefully declined. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Klara Wilson
May 26, 2010
August 9, 1933 – May 25, 2010
Our wife and mother fought a brave battle with lung cancer. She rests in peace now.
Klara immigrated at age 16 with her parents; Leopold and Herta; sister Ella and brother; Lee, from Deutsch-Troschin, a German farming community, and arrived in Halifax, Nova Scotia on March 9, 1951. They moved to Duncan where family sponsored them. Soon after, Klara moved to Victoria and worked as a Nurse’s Aid at St. Joseph’s Hospital, emergency department.
Allan and Klara met in the winter of 1954 and fell in love at the Old Time Dance at the Victoria Ballroom on Government Street. They were married the next summer, and lived in Gordon Head all of their 54 years together.
Klara is survived by husband Allan; sister Ella; brother Lee; children Richard, Gail and Ross; daughter-in-law’s Diane and Marnie; son-in-law Dwayne (Duke); grandchildren Dayna, Ryan, Tania, Kyle, Deryk, Sam and Jacob.
Special thanks to the doctors and nurses who helped Klara with her final journey at Royal Jubilee Hospital and Victoria Hospice.
A Memorial Service will be held at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive, Monday, May 31, 2010 at 2:00 pm. Urn interment at Royal Oak Burial Park with a Reception to follow at Sequoia Gardens Memorial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation, 600-686 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
Marcia Perry
May 26, 2010
Peacefully in Glengarry Hospital Friday May 21, 2010, in her 89th year, with her family at her side. Born August 5th, 1921 in Sydney, Australia she was predeceased by her parents, sister Evelyn, husband Tom and brothers and sisters in law. She is survived by her six children Clif, Tom, Gail, Rick, Ray and Pat, fourteen grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and their families.
Marcia graduated from Victoria High School. After graduating she worked at the Hudson’s Bay Co. until she met and married her husband Tom. They were married 64 years at the time Tom passed away. Marcia loved knitting and taught many friends and family her favourite past time. She was outgoing and friendly, always willing to help anyone. As well as raising her six children she also cared for foster children. There was always ‘room for one more’ in her home. Her two greatest loves were her husband and her family. The last four years of her life were spent in Glengarry Hospital where she befriended both staff and residents. She was always looking after someone in need of assistance and gave advice to those who asked for it. She loved and looked forward to visits from her family and friends. She will be missed by all who knew and cared for her. A special thank you for their exceptional care for Marcia is extended to all the wonderful staff at Glengarry Hospital.
A celebration of Marcia’s life will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson at Vancouver Street on Wednesday, June 2nd, at 2:00 p.m . the Reverend John Macquarrie officiating. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com .
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Shirley Jeanette Vanderkemp
May 26, 2010
5 August 1945 – 15 May 2010
It is with immense sadness that we must announce the sudden loss of our beloved Mom, Mother in law, Grandma, sister, Aunt, and friend Shirley Vanderkemp.
After a tragically brief 2 month battle with lymphoma Shirley died peacefully on a beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon while surrounded by her loving son and daughters at the Victoria General Hospital.
She will be profoundly missed by her children; Rod Vanderkemp of Surrey, BC, Teresa (Mark) Svensson of Victoria, BC, and Shauna (George) Stotts of Courtenay, BC. Her absence will also be keenly felt by her grandchildren; Kerry Vanderkemp, Malcolm Svensson, & Becca Stotts.
She is survived by her two older sisters; Margaret (Murray) Shackel of Merville, BC, Winnie Smith of Oliver, BC and by her older brother Cameron (Shirley) Smith of Abbotsford, BC. Nieces, nephews, friends, and colleagues are also left to mourn her sudden death.
She was a wonderful mother, loving all of her children unconditionally & supporting them without judgments through all of life’s ups & downs. She was an exceptionally perfect Grandma to her 3 grandkids, loving them tremendously & spoiling them just the right amount.
Shirley was only 64 years young & had recently taken an early retirement after working for 32 years as a very dedicated employee of Zellers. While most will remember her smiling face from the Courtenay store she had spent the last few years working in the jewelry department at the Campbell River store.
Our Mom was the kindest, sweetest lady who lived a very simple life. After her husband, Leo, died in 2003 she sold her house in Merville and moved to her dream condo on the ocean in Willow Point, Campbell River. She loved nothing more than to sit on her patio along with her two feline friends, Tasha & Queequeg, with a hot cup of tea & a good novel, enjoying her spectacular view.
Although no service has been planned Shirley’s family hope that friends, acquaintances, & loved ones will take the time to share any special memories or stories they have about Shirley in the condolences section below. We would also like to encourage you to visit the memorial page our family has set up, “In loving memory of Shirley Vanderkemp”, at the www.bccancerfoundation.com website. For those who wish to do so, a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation in honour of Shirley’s life can be made via this memorial page.
“Just like me, they long to be – close to you…”
Robert “Bob” Burrows
May 20, 2010
Died peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on May 18th, 2010 in Victoria, BC. He was born on September 22, 1923 in Edmonton, Alberta. Bob is survived by his loving War Bride of 65 years, Mary, and his children Bob (Joette), Lynne (Dave Smith), Don (Denyce), Walt (Tina), John (Pat), and Anne Margetish; grandchildren, Brady (Renee), Lance (Christina), Amanda, Jeremi (Rebecca), Kelly, Sarah, Aaron Margetish, Adam Smith (Meghan), Ryan Smith (Angie), Andy (Amber), and Nikki; great-grandchildren, George, Josh, Jack, Bailey, Milla, and Dillyn.
A Celebration of Bob’s amazing life will be held at Uplands Golf Club, 3300 Cadboro Bay Road on Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm. Our family wishes to express our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Dan Buie, Dr. Donna Cuthbert and all the staff at the Royal Jubilee Hospital for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada (Western Region) at 310 – 1682 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 4S6. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Glenn Eric Knight
May 20, 2010
Passed away suddenly at home in Saanichton on May 18, 2010. He was born in Ladysmith, BC on November 26, 1939. Predeceased by his father, Eric; grandson, Cade and brother, Roy. Survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Clara; sons, Stephen (Brenda) and Byron (Beverley); mother, Mabel; grandchildren, Makiah, Nyrie, Reagen, Taiya, Trey, Emily, Rebecca and sister, Charlene James. Glenn was gentle and loving to his family and dedicated to his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. He was an adventurer at heart. He loved to go camping, skiing, diving, hunting and fishing. He was known for his kind spirit to all who loved and knew him.
A Memorial Service (Heaven Party) will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 4:00 pm at Friendship Community Church, 7820 Central Saanich Road, Saanichton, BC, V8M 1T7. In lieu of flowers, donations in Glenn’s memory would be appreciated to Friendship Community Church Building Fund; Camp Imadene Foundation, PO Box 374, 9175 South Shore Road, Mesachie Lake, BC, V0R 2N0 or Saanich Peninsula Hospital, Emergency Ward, 2166 Mt. Newton Cross Road, Saanichton, BC V8M 2B2. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Randyl Thomas Carter
May 20, 2010
1923 – 2010
Randy passed away quietly at home on Monday morning, May 17, 2010. He was born in Victoria and is predeceased by his parents, Vere and Annie and his brothers, Gilbert and Douglas. Randy will be missed by his wife, Rosemary nee Osselton and his loyal dog, Sarah. Randy was a construction carpenter for many years and belonged to the Carpenter’s Union. In later years, he worked for School District 62. He enjoyed fishing, loved nature and all the outdoors. Upon retirement, he travelled to many interesting places and he enjoyed sharing his stories of his trips with everyone. He was a member of Esquimalt Anglers and Victoria Outdoor Club and the Y’s Men’s Club.
To honour the memory of Randy, friends and family are invited to a drop-in tea on Friday, May 28, 2010 at 2:00 pm in St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 1379 Esquimalt Road. In lieu of flowers, if desired, a donation to the SPCA, 3150 Napier Lane, Victoria, BC V8T 4V5 would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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