Robert Judson Frost
January 20, 2012
Frost, Robert Judson, CD, B.Comm, Major (Ret’d) PPCLI. With tremendous sorrow, Bob’s family announces his passing in Victoria on January 18, 2012 after a very short, valiant battle with cancer. Born in Winnipeg on November 21,1927, Bob was predeceased by his father C.Sydney, mother Gertrude (Hains), brother Sydney, sister Vyvyan, wife Joy (Swanson) and sons Robert and Michael.
He leaves mourning his loving daughter Barb, son-in-law Ian Fraser, grandchildren Hunter and Adrienne, Lindsay, Cody (Donna) Carly, Jocelyn and Cameron, his partner Mary Lang, Sharon and Bruce Methven, Don and Lynn Lang, many lifelong friends and relatives. Frosty was educated in Saskatoon, Saint John, Toronto, Fredericton (UNB) and Kingston (Queen’s ’49 B.Comm). In 1945, Bob commanded the Lawrence Park Collegiate Cadet Corps and at 17 was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in the Royal Regiment of Canada. On graduation from Queen’s Bob was commissioned as a Lieutenant and joined the PPCLI in Calgary where he met and married Joy and enjoyed 49 wonderful years together, traveling and raising three children through postings in Edmonton, Victoria (Royal Roads Military College) and Ghana. Bob served with the 1PPCLI in the Korean War and was also on attachment with the US Marines. Retiring from the Army in 1964, Bob joined Eaton’s where his appointments took the family to Alberta, the Maritimes, Ontario, Vancouver and Victoria where he and Joy continued to travel and pursue lifelong interests in golf, fishing, philately and genealogy. Bob wrote several family genealogies and was proud to be a descendant of 10 Mayflower pilgrims who arrived in Plymouth, Ma. in 1620. Bob was a King’s Scout, paratrooper, ADC to Lieutenant-Governor General G. Pearkes, active in various service clubs, Chamber of Commerce and Economic Commissions in several cities. As a sportsman and conservationist, Frosty spearheaded wildlife conservation and habitat enhancement in Alberta, served as President of the Friends of the University of Lethbridge and was a long time member of Uplands Golf Course. Bob treasured his time with family and in recent years, he and Mary spent many memorable summers “at the cottage” near Port Severn on Georgian Bay. He and Mary were delighted to travel to Korea in April as part of the Revisit Program on the 60th Anniversary of the Korean War. A gentleman’s gentleman, Bob led his life with honour and integrity. He was the consummate host, selfless and full of grace until the end. The family would like to express their fondest thanks to the amazing nurses on 8th Flr. South Oncology RJH, the dedicated Respiratory team as well as the doctors who cared for Bob: “Dr. David”, Drs. Tierney, Kotb, Battershill, Pathak and Noel. At Bob’s request, there will be no service or reception…. he’s gone fishin’. Condolences may be offered below.
Cora Agnes Colby (Dabb)
January 19, 2012
Born in Ladysmith, B.C. August 1, 1925, died on January 17, 2012 in Victoria, B.C. Our dear Aunt Cora passed away after a lengthy illness on January 17, 2012 at Victoria General Hospital. Predeceased by her loving husband Richard L. Colby in 1990 and her dear brother William (Bill) Dabb in 2000; baby brother Reginald in 1917; father, Owen Dabb in 1948 and mother, Margaret Dabb in 1970. Cora is survived by her niece and close friend Muriel Carlson (Ken) of Ladysmith; nephews David Askey (Billie) of White Rock, Peter Dabb(Janis) of Vancouver; niece Peggy Southin (Chris) of Peachland; nephew Norman Dabb (Bev) of Kamloops, their families and many cousins. Her step-family, Ross & Tom Colby & Christie McLean of Comox; her sister Gladys Askey of Cassidy and sister-in-law Cynthia Dabb of Ladysmith.
Cora had many close and dear friends whom she thought the world of and who thought the world of her. She leaves us all with many good memories and we are forever grateful that she was a part of our lives for so many years. Her cheerful disposition, right to the end, is what kept all of us going. Having been born and growing up in Ladysmith, she had a wealth of knowledge to share about the History of Ladysmith. Cora’s working careers were very diverse, she worked for the CPR Railway as an Assistant. She was also a Telephone Operator in Ladysmith, a Teletypist in Victoria. Cora was a Medical Receptionist/Assistant at what is now known as Hillside Medical Clinic in Ladysmith for many years and oversaw the construction of the new Clinic when the old Clinic was torn down in the 1960′s. Cora met and married the love of her life and moved to Victoria in the late 1960′s. She then continued her work as a Medical Receptionist/Assistant for a group of Surgeons in Victoria.
Cora was a very creative and artistic person who had many interesting hobbies, creating beautiful flower gardens, oil painting, embroidery, crocheting and knitting, these were among her many interests. The people she met in her lifetime were many & she enjoyed each person for who they were. Those who knew her loved her. She was a person who loved life, who took each day as it came and made the best of it. She and her husband Richard (Dick) had a great life together, be it travelling or taking photographs, working in the yard or reading, they were as one together.
Cora’s niece, Muriel, would like to thank all of the Doctors, Nurses and Support Staff at Victoria General Hospital for the exceptional care Cora received while a patient on 6th Floor, D Unit. A special thank you to her companions and good friends, Jackie Ross, Donna Sawyer, Barb Sinden and John and Mary Robinson, for all of your support and for everything that you have done to make Cora’s last years easier for her to cope with. You are all truly a God send and true friends. For all you did for Cora and for me, we give thanks.
By request there will be no service. Cremation and Inurnment at Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, B.C. In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made in her memory to the Children’s Hospital, Vancouver, B.C.
MISS ME BUT LET ME GO
When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me.
I want no nights in a gloom-filled room;
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not too long,
And not with your head bowed low;
Remember the love that we once shared,
Miss me but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take
And each must go alone,
It’s all part of the Master’s plan,
A stop on the way to home.
So when you are lonely & sick at heart
Go to the friends we know,
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds
Miss me-but let me go.
Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
David Terence Pocock
January 17, 2012
David passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, BC on December 13, 2011. He was born in Hounslow, England, July 27, 1946.
A Remembrance tea will be held at the Gordon Head Lawn Bowling Club, situated by the Gordon Head Rec. Centre Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1 – 4pm. Condolences may be offered below.
Nicole Suzanne Thomson (nee Chartier)
January 17, 2012
“Gone too soon”
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our dear sweet Nicole in Hospice on January 16th. She fought an amazing, inspirational and courageous battle against her cancer and stayed positive until the end. She touched so many lives and hearts in her short time with us. She leaves behind her soulmate, best friend and loving husband, Scott and her two beautiful daughters, Brooke and Jada. Also grieving her loss is her mother and father, Carole and Tony Chartier; her in-laws, Norm and Betty Thomson; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Colleen Moore and Steve Thomson and Donna and Dean Thomson. There are many aunts, uncles and cousins that will miss her greatly. Nicole was born and raised on the mainland. For the past 17 years, she has worked for Dr. Bill Stankoven at the Mayfair Dental Centre. She loved her job and her second family as she referred to Dr. Bill and her fellow workers. We must thank all of the wonderful friends that supported our family with love, hugs and food during this time. A very special thank you to Claire McCutcheon, Karen and Warren Wright, Rob Heppell, Dr. Bill and Lorna Stankoven and to Mark Crisp, plus all of Scott’s fellow firefighters that have been there for him every step of the way, Dr. Elizabeth Grant, Dr. Christine Jones, CRD Nurse Stephanie Steele and Hospice Doctors and Nurses. Bless you all. We have wonderful memories to cherish forever and know that she will be with us each and every day. Her faith, hope, loving personality and beautiful smile will be treasured by us all.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at Lambrick Park Church, 1780 Feltham Rd., Victoria, BC. ln lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Nicole may be made to “Ride to Conquer Cancer – Team Nic” online at www.RememberNic.com/donate or to the Victoria Hospice and Palliative Care Foundation, 1510 Fort St., Victoria, BC, V8S 5J2. Condolences may be offered to the family below:
Jean M. Taylor
January 17, 2012
Born 1917 – Died 2012
Survived by her daughter and son and their families.
A Celebration of Life Tea will be held at Shannon Oaks, 2000 Goldsmith on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 2:00 pm. A donation to a charity of your choice in lieu of flowers is requested. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
Lieutenant-Colonel Robert Edwin Clark, OMM, CD (Ret’d)
January 17, 2012
LCOL Robert E. Clark, (Bob) passed away peacefully at his home in Sooke, BC at the age of 80. Bob was born in Sarnia, Ontario.
Bob is survived by and will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 57 years, Edelgard (Gardy). He will also be dearly missed by his son James (Jimmy) and daughter-in-law Jolene, his daughter Brenda and son-in-law Stewart, his daughter Tracy, his grandchildren Katelyn, Hillary, Braeden and Sean, and his feline side-kick Kerli. He will be lovingly remembered by his sister Susan Dickieson and her husband Daryl, his brother Peter Ward and his wife Ruth, his brother Fred Ward, and his sister-in-law Donna (wife of his predeceased brother Don), as well as his many nieces and nephews in Canada and Germany.
In 1951, Bob enlisted in the Canadian Forces as a career infantry soldier with the Royal Canadian Regiment, sailing almost immediately for duty in Korea. In 1955, he married Gardy while stationed in Germany. The family enjoyed their European and cross-Canada postings and made the most of opportunities to learn about and enjoy different cultures.
Bob and Gardy settled in Sooke in 1980, and Bob served his last few years of military service as Commanding Officer of the Vernon Army Cadet Camp.
Upon retirement after 37 years of distinguished military service, “the Colonel” pursued his passion for politics, serving the community of Sooke and the Capital Regional District as Regional Director for two terms.
Ever active, even in retirement, Bob continued to work tirelessly, productively and wholeheartedly within the community. With his Scottish heritage and his love of march music, one of Bob’s last proudest achievements was the establishment of Sooke’s own marching band, the Sooke Pipes and Drums.
Well-known for his hearty laugh, Bob was a generous, straightforward and warm-hearted soul who was loved and appreciated by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the Sooke Royal Canadian Legion 54, 6726 Eustace Road, Sooke, BC
on Tuesday, January 31st, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Margaret Ellen Kent (nee Creasey)
January 16, 2012
February 25, 1928 – January 13, 2012
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Margaret Ellen Kent. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
She was predeceased by her husband Robert in 2002 and her brother Milton Creasey in 2011. She is survived by her sister Alwyne Palmer, her children Bill (Christine), Don (Anita), Dave (Maureen) and Lynne Franklin (Sean), grandchildren Holly, Barry, Erin, Richard, Myles, Jason and Theresa, and great grandson Brandon.
Special thanks to the St. Luke’s community, Dr. How, the doctors, nurses, staff and volunteers at Victoria Hospice, and the B.C. Cancer Agency.
A Memorial service will be held on Friday, January 20th at 1:00 pm, in ST. LUKE’S CHURCH, 3821 Cedar Hill Cross Road, Victoria.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Hospice, St Luke’s Anglican Church or the Cancer Research Society.
Mom’s positive outlook and passion for life will be in our hearts forever. We love you, Mom. You Rock! Condolences may be offered to the family below.
David Emerson Wiedeman
January 16, 2012
Sadly, we announce the passing of our beloved David on January 11, 2012 at Victoria Hospice; born December 6, 1931 in Calgary, Alberta. Predeceased by his parents, Victor and Eva; son, Daniel in 1978 and son, Michael in 1996. Survived by Muriel, his loving wife of 55 years; son, Patrick and his wife, Tammy; Papa to Hanna and Spencer, Officer Cadet RMC, Kingston; brother, Frank and his wife, Eileen; sister, Ann and her husband, Graeme; nieces and nephew in Alberta and BC. The joy of his life was his grandchildren, the milestones they met and being part of their lives. David served 21 years in the Royal Canadian Navy; retired and became a correctional officer, Prov. Govt VIRCC and retired again after 14 years. David spent many enjoyable years coaching minor hockey, baseball as well Old Timers hockey and was the coach and originator of the “91” Bears men’s softball team and the Fiddle contest. He was a member of the Chief and PO’S Assoc. and the Legion 91.
The family would like to sincerely express our thanks for the caring and dedication of his doctors; Dr. Tony Jong, Dr. Rene Weir, Dr. E Swiggam and the nurses at the dialysis centers, Royal Jubilee Hospital and West Saanich Rd. A special thanks to the nurses at Victoria Hospice for making David’s last hours so comfortable. At David’s request there will be no service. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
Marjorie Ilott
January 16, 2012
May 9, 1916 – January 13, 2012
The family is saddened to announce the passing of Marjorie at the grand age of 95. She was born in Victoria and lived here all her life.
Predeceased by her husband, John Jesse in 1988. Survived by sons Bill (Ann) and Tom (Reta); grandsons Mike (Tilura), and Jeff (Candice); granddaughter Erin; great-grandson Nicholas; nieces and nephews; friends from Bears at Juan de Fuca; and special friends Ginny Rossell, and Sylvia and Don Hatfield.
A very special Mum, Grandma, Great-grandma, and friend to all those blessed to have known her. She had a remarkable ability to recall names, dates, and details of family activities, and always asked about family, friends, and events in their lives.
Throughout her long life Marjorie loved to garden; having a “green thumb” that seemed to make almost anything grow. In her early years, she, with her Dad, William Burch, operated a market garden, growing and preparing vegetables and fruits for sale at the old Victoria City Market.
Mum was admitted to Hospice at the Richmond Pavilion, then transferred to, and recently passed away at, Oak Bay Lodge. We extend special thanks and appreciation to the doctors and nursing staff at both facilities for their professional and loving care.
Until she could no longer hold the needles, Marjorie knitted infant toques for Canada Comforts, the organization that has sent hundreds of her knitting items to impoverished countries to help keep the children warm. Marjorie was loved by all, and will always be in our hearts.
Funeral Service will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Vancouver & Johnson Streets, tel: (250) 385-4465, on January 23, 2012 at 11:00 am. A reception will be held in McCall Bros. Family Centre followed by an internment at Hatley Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations can be made out to the BC Cancer Society, www.bccancerfoundation.com. Condolences may be offered below.
Dr. Robert (Ted) Edmund Musgrave Lee, M.D., F.R.C.S., F.A.C.S.
January 16, 2012
With daughters Shannon and Lesley by his side, our beloved Dad passed away peacefully on January 8, 2012. Ted was predeceased by wife, Thelma; sons, Robert (Bob) and William (Bill) and brother, Patrick. He is survived by daughters, Shannon/Richard and Lesley/Randy; grandchildren, Phillip/Julianne, Carmen and Joshua; sisters-in-law Evelyn and Mary and nieces and nephews.
Born in Winnipeg in 1927, Ted spent his childhood in the farming community of Gilbert Plains, Manitoba. After high school graduation he went on to the University of Manitoba where he completed Medical school. Working as an intern in Portage la Prairie one summer, Ted met our Mom ,Thelma, a golden haired piano student who captured his heart. The two were married in 1952.
Ted practised medicine in Saskatchewan and Manitoba before bringing the family to Terrace in 1956, then a rugged up and coming BC forestry town. He returned to the University of Manitoba to specialize in surgery. Upon obtaining his fellowship, Ted returned to Terrace as a General Surgeon where he had his practise until 1987. It a was a very busy and rewarding career that allowed him to come to know and help many of the town’s population. Many a time he was woken in the night to tend to an emergency and family outings were often preceded with a house call while mom, four kids and the family Saint Bernard waited in the station wagon. He was also dedicated to bringing and maintaining Mills Memorial Hospital to the highest of standards.
Ted was very involved civically in Terrace in music and education. He served on the school board for many years, ultimately as chairman. He was also on the committee that laid the foundation for the Northwest Community College. Early on, he was part of a group that brought classical music concerts to Terrace. Once on the school board he made sure a band program was created. He was also was determined to bring a fine arts theatre to Terrace. For his contribution to the school board and music in the area, the theatre was named in his honour as the REM Lee Theatre.
As for hobbies, Ted, though a prairie boy had a passion for the sea and taught himself to sail. He later had a small cabin cruiser that he navigated to Kitimat from Vancouver and where the family enjoyed many Sunday afternoons on the Douglas Channel. Both Mom and Dad had a penchant for travel, visiting Europe, Asia and Africa and encouraged us to do the same.
After Ted retired from his medical practise in 1987, he and Thelma moved to Victoria. Ted worked as a medical consultant for the Worker’s Compensation Board for five years after which he retired for good. Both he and Thelma were avid Symphony goers and took in many other musical performances in Victoria and Vancouver.
Our Dad’s’ final year was spent in Parkwood Manor in Victoria where he received wonderful care and kindness. Our deepest thanks to all of the staff.
A Celebration of Ted’s life will take place in the Spring in Terrace BC. A private family ceremony will take place to scatter his ashes at sea.
When Ted retired from practise, the REM Lee Hospital Foundation was set up for improvements to and equipment for the Mills Memorial Hospital. If you wish, donations in his memory may be made to the Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family below.