Alfred Anthony Todd
November 30, 2010
The family of Alfred Anthony Todd is very sad to announce his passing on November 27, 2010, after a brief illness. He is deeply missed by Dorothy, his wife of 59 years; son, David; daughter, Dale (Bill Mosher); beloved grandchildren, Matthew, Caitlin and Elizabeth Todd (all of Ottawa), and Nathan Mosher; dear friends, Jackie Melville, Jeanne Lesoway and Wayne Fisher. Al was born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1926 and emigrated to Vancouver in 1940. He joined the Merchant Service, and then the Royal Canadian Navy in 1945. He retired in 1970 as a Chief Petty Officer Storeskeeper and retired permanently in 1988 from the Queen’s Printer. In retirement, his passions were gardening, reading, and especially cooking.
Memorial Service will be held at St. Patrick’s Church, 2060 Haultain, at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 3, 2010. Donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul, the Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice. Thank you to the health team of RJH West 3 for the excellent care. Love you, Dad. We miss your soup. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Thomas Henry Bingham
November 29, 2010
Passed away peacefully on Nov. 27, 2010. Tom was born April 18, 1921 in Liverpool, England. He is lovingly remembered by sons Jose Bingham (Britta), Mauricio Bingham (Tanya), Diego Bingham (Natasha), daughters Maria Pezic (Nemanja), Vicky Davis (Jason), his many grandchildren, and his Memi, Maria Bingham.
Tom was an avid chess player, sailor, and traveller of the world. He was a devoted Christian and a member of St. Matthias Anglican Church. He served as a captain in the British Army during World War II.. He settled in Costa Rica in 1979 where he met Maria. Together they moved to Canada to raise their children. Special thanks to Sunrise Senior Living Centre for their support and compassion. Funeral service to be held at McCall Bros Floral Chapel, 1400 Vancouver Street Thursday Dec. 2nd at 12:00 p.m. Internment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
Barbara Claire Maybin (nee Wile)
November 29, 2010
Mom passed away peacefully in the early morning of November 26, 2010 in Victoria, BC. She was born to Cyril and Grace Wile on September 13, 1930 in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.
She was predeceased by husband John Lawrence Maybin in 2002 and son Tim in 2006. Mom is survived by her sister Jean, sons Kerry, Kelly, Pete and John, and grandchildren Brody and Sarah. She will be missed by her family and friends.
Mom graduated from the Halifax Children’s Hospital School of Nursing on April 17, 1952. She moved to Victoria in 1958 to work as a Registered Nurse. Mom and Dad were introduced in Victoria and married on September 12, 1959. Mom continued to work while raising a family and retired from the Memorial Pavilion at Royal Jubilee Hospital in 1994. In her retirement, Mom spent her time enjoying her garden and going out with friends. For many years Mom and Dad were active members of the Victoria chapter of the BC Friends of Schizophrenics.
A memorial service will be held at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive, on December 3, 2010 at 1:00pm with Ruth McCowan officiating. A reception following the service will be held at the same location. Mom will be laid to rest with Dad at Royal Oak Burial Park.
The family thanks the staff and volunteers at Victoria Hospice for the compassionate care of Mom during her final weeks and asks that donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Victoria Hospice Foundation, 1510 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8S 5J2 or www. victoriahospicefoundation.org
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
Diane Norena (Nonie) Goldsmith
November 29, 2010
GOLDSMITH Diane Norena (Nonie) – On November 24, 2010 in Victoria at the age of 67 years. She is survived by her loving husband, Oliver and her children, son Tom (Lynn) and her daughter, Gina (Brian); son in law, Ken Mazar and Joy; 5 grandchildren, Nicki (Chris), Jordan (Rogan), Kevin, Nathan and Eric; two great grandchildren, Parker and Presley; one brother, Malcolm and one sister, Anne; her mother in law, Joey McKerchar and her sister in law, Ruth (Bernie); brother in law, Bruce and their families. Nonie worked with Dr. Shorting, then Dr. Heimlich and as a Unit Clerk at the RJH. She lived life to the fullest, her wonderful sense of humour and generosity of spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A Celebration of Nonie’s life will be held in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, on Friday, December 3rd at 2:00 p.m. followed by a reception in the Family Centre. Flowers are gratefully declined, tributes, if desired, may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
KRAUEL, Jill Helen Elizabeth (McRoberts)
November 29, 2010
August 28, 1946 – November 26, 2010
It is with deep sadness that we announce Jill’s passing. With her family by her side, Jill slipped away peacefully at home after a courageous and stoic 18 month battle with Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Jill leaves behind to mourn her loving husband of 41 years, David, her daughters Sara (Shane) and Val, her beloved grandchildren Ava and Zachary, her dear “granddog” Watson, brother Hugh (Barbara), sisters in law Heather (David), and Heidi (Peter), brothers in law Kevin (Jayne), Trent, and Blair, nieces Meghan (Shane), Erin (Ben), Lindsay, and Alex, nephews Jason, Blaine, James (Jorunn), Charles (Monika) and AJ, great-nieces Megan and Alyssa, and many close friends. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Jill and Dave came to Victoria in 1974 where they built a life and raised their family together. After many years spent raising her children, Jill returned to university and obtained her Teaching Certificate. She spent most of her teaching career at St. Margaret’s School teaching math, where she took great pride in the successes of each and every one of her “girls”. Jill retired in early 2008, and shortly afterwards she and Dave embarked on the trip of a lifetime to Alaska, on board their trawler Kailo. Since the birth of her grandchildren, Jill’s greatest joy was time spent with her family, especially with Ava and Zachary.
The family would like to thank Lauren and Sally from Beacon Home Support, who were there during Jill’s final hours, the nurses in RP1 for taking such good care of Jill during her 4 week stay at the Jubilee, Dr. Dereck Smith, the family’s physician for his support and guidance, Dr. Bester, Dr. Souliere, and Dr. Truong and all the nurses at the BC Cancer Clinic for the wonderful care that she received during her treatments.
At Jill’s request, there will be no service. A celebration of Jill’s life will be held in the new year. Please contact the family for information. In lieu of flowers, the family’s wishes are to have donations made to the Victoria Hospice and Palliative Care Foundation, or to the BC Cancer Foundation in Jill’s memory.
Betty Weber
November 29, 2010
WEBER – Betty Kathleen, born 21 June, 1925 in Birmingham, England, died 22 November. Lovingly remembered by children Gill Eston (Bruce), Jane Weber (Lee), Richard Weber (Fiona), and Elaine McGough (Grant), beloved grandsons Martin and Ian, and sister Dorothy (Den and son David), and all the dogs she ever met.
Predeceased by her husband Frank, whom she met while punting on the Avon River in England. As a war bride she immigrated to Edmonton, Alberta. In 1978 Frank and Betty retired to Qualicum Beach, where they developed a beautiful garden, attracting and enjoying the birds and other wildlife.
Betty was an intelligent, eloquent, beautiful woman. She was a loving mother, involved with and proud of her children. Although kind and courteous, she prided herself on having the “courage of her convictions.” She loved antiques, china, birds, animals, trees, Christmas and flowers (especially lavender), which reminded her of the Bluebell Woods she explored as a child. She read voraciously, and with her knowledge of English history could have lectured on the subject.
Mom is happy now, back with Frank and the generations of family dogs who await her at the Rainbow Bridge.
Many thanks to the staff at Beacon Hill Villa for their kind care of Mom over the last five years. A celebration of Mom’s life will be held when the family can all be present. Flowers are declined with thanks; donations may be made instead to Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind. Love you, Mom, from all the family.
D. Rosemary Ewen (nee Baker) Ripley)
November 26, 2010
November 16th ,1922- November 25th , 2010
Rosemary passed away peacefully in Victoria after a short illness. She is survived by her husband Harold(Hal), her children Ellis Ripley(Geoff Trafford), Andrew Ripley(Deb) and her stepchildren, Steve Ripley and Robin Ripley. Her six grandchildren, Christof Trafford, Mason Trafford, Maxx Ripley, Cleigh Ripley, Peter Ripley, Brian Ripley(Robin) and two great grandchildren, Wilder and Reese Ripley will miss her.
Rosemary was born in London England and moved to Vancouver with her parents ‘Leffie’ and Doreen Baker when she was two.She is survived by her younger brothers Fred and Brian Baker. Rosemary attended the Convent of the Sacred Heart and was well known for her love of sports and her dislike of school- especially math. She was a classy, vivacious and popular figure amongst her peers. She joined the Wrens in 1939 and began one of the most defining phases of her life. She travelled as far as Newfoundland with the Navy and made many friends who enriched her life forever. In 1953 she married Wilder Ripley and moved to Calgary. Her two children were born there and she was very involved with the Junior League. She became a well liked figure in Calgary’s social scene.
Rosemary(Rosie) will be remembered by all of us for her sense of style, her generousity, her gentle demeanor, her outstanding sense of humour and her zest for life. She was always up for an adventure- a trait she has passed on to her children. Last but not least Rosie adored all animals especially cats. This last year she got so much pleasure from watching the little birds outside the window of her den.
After Wilder’s death Rosemary moved to Victoria. She married Hal in 1994. We would like to thank the nurses and staff on 2West at the Royal Jubilee Hospital for their care and attention during Rosemary’s time there.
A Celebration of Rosemary’s life will take place The Victoria Golf Club, 1110 Beach Dr. Victoria 250-598-4321 on Tuesday December 7th from 4pm-7pm. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Rosie’s name to your local BC SPCA. BC SPCA Provincial Office, 1245 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1R1 (604) 681-7271 or 1-800-665-1868 http://www.spca.bc.ca/support/donate/
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com
Bernice Olive Neville (nee Bray)
November 25, 2010
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bernice Olive Neville (née Bray). Olive was born Feb. 10, 1916 in Saskatoon and raised in Guernsey Saskatchewan. Olive worked in Melfort, Saskatchewan until she married Bill Neville in 1942 and settled in Tisdale, Saskatchewan where they raised their children, Lloyd and Linda. In 1961, the family moved to Victoria, BC. In 1963, Olive began working as a housemother at the Royal Jubilee Nursing School, retiring in 1981 as senior housemother. She will be fondly remembered by many of the RJH nursing graduates. Olive was a lifetime member of the ‘Swinging Strings’ ukulele band and for more than 20 years she played bass keyboard and performed regularly for seniors throughout Victoria. She was predeceased by her husband Bill in 1981, her sister Grace Fehler and brother Keith Bray in 2005. Her younger brother, Fred Bray, lives in Edmonton, Alberta. Olive was treasured by her children, Lloyd (and Bonnie) Neville and Linda Neville, grandchildren Laurie (Troy) Robinson, Mark Neville and Meghan Mathias, and great grandchildren Bailey, Bradley and Cody Robinson. Olive will be deeply missed by her family and friends and her companions at the Orchard. The family wishes to express our sincere gratitude to the staff of Royal Jubilee Hospital Emergency Department, 2 West and in particular Victoria Hospice for the excellent and compassionate care to Olive.
A Service in Memory of Olive will be held in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. A reception will follow in the McCall’s Family Centre. Tributes in lieu of flowers may be made to the Victoria Hospice Society, 1952 Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8R 1J8. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Lily (Lynne) Simmonds
November 22, 2010
Passed away September 23, 2010. She was born in Stockport, England on March 24, 1922.
A Memorial Service is to be held on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at Christ Church Cathedral, Lady Chapel, Quadra at Rockland at 2:00 pm. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Mark Kenneth Henderson
November 22, 2010
Passed away suddenly at Victoria BC on 11 November 2010 at the age of 35 years. Born in Calgary, AB on 28 October 1975.
Survived by his loving parents Donna and David Henderson. Lovingly remembered by his sister Andrea (Alexandre) of Toronto, and his soul-mate and love of his life, Jennifer. Also remembered by his aunts – Patricia, Jan, Kim, Eleanor, Lorraine, Marilyn, and Chris.
Mark was warm-hearted, caring, and generous ~ truly valued by his many friends.
An electronics technician and horticulturalist by training, Mark had both a mechanical and creative mind. He loved to tinker with bicycles and cars, puzzles and word games. Most of all, Mark adored gardening ~ designing beautiful spaces rich with color and vibrancy. He felt absolutely at home in the outdoors, savouring long walks, night skies, camping, and building beach fires, no matter the weather.
We all greatly miss Mark, and hold him in our hearts.
A family service was previously held. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.mccallbros.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Place, Victoria or the Salvation Army.
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