Carole passed away peacefully in the early morning of December 25, 2013 with her family by her side. She was born on November 20, 1937 in Fort William, Ontario and moved to Victoria with her first husband and young family in 1967. She married the love of her life, Tut (Evan) Jones, in 1976 and the two of them had a wonderful life together skiing, playing tennis, traveling, and of course, golfing. All that knew Carole would agree that she had the most cheerful, charismatic personality, wonderful sense of humour, generous nature and was a devoted mother and grandmother. She was a fantastic cook and a gracious hostess who loved to entertain. After valiantly fighting off lung cancer ten years ago, she lived ten more full and happy years before it struck again this fall. She chose to fight it once again, but the many complications that followed her surgery proved to be too much for her. She is predeceased by her parents, Cecil and Minnie Strachan, and is survived by her sister, Lois (Ralph Smith), her loving husband, Tut, her three children, Laurie (Don Woodland), David Murrell (Joan), and Mary Murrell (Rob Aylesworth) and her three step-children, Susan Stobart, Evan Jones and Grant Jones (Terri), as well as 11 grandchildren and one great grandson (Nicole, Andrew, Stephanie, Rhys, Dylan, Michelle, Tanner, Kevin, Megan, Kaitlyn, Nicholas and Rhys). She is also fondly remembered by her many friends in Victoria, Courtenay and Palm Desert.
There will be a small service for immediate family only, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society – BC and Yukon Division.
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Vince MacDonald
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Terrie Anderson I am very saddened to learn of the passing of Carole. She was my ‘step’ aunty, and although I did not spend much time with her, every time I was with her at rare family gatherings she always had a big smile and seemed to be very happy to be sharing her life with my uncle Tut. Our families always have the best intentions of keeping in touch, but it seems that years go by, and although I think of my extended family often, I truly wish we were closer. I am terrible at keeping in touch and must make a better effort, I suppose. Having said that, I only found out about Carole because I was on-line looking up my mother Pat Dalziel [Jones] , Tut’s sister, as I was thinking my mom went to Victoria High for a year and that is where my grand daughter will be going next year. I saw an obituary about another Pat that went to Vic High and saw McCall’s come up; I scrolled down and saw that Carole had passed away. I am sending love and hugs to my extended family and send my condolences. Regards, Terrie
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Gerry and Pat Neely Dear Tut-Pat and I were sorry to read of Caroles battle with cancer and her death at for us at our stage and age,is premature.The two of you have had a busy and funfilled life and we wish you good health and happiness with your family.
Gerry
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Peter & Wendy Smedley Tut and family, As we were away over the Christmas season, we’ve just read recently about Carole’s passing. So sorry to hear of this sad news.
Thinking of you all,
Peter and Wendy
Kensington Cres
Courtenay
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Linda & Wayne Condolences to the entire Jones family. We share in your sorrow and extend our deepest sympathies. We will miss our dear friend.
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Kell & Kimberly Mann Tut and family……….
So sorry to hear of Carole’s passing. We hope your many memories and great times together ease the pain of her loss.
Wishing you the best
Kelly, Kim, Spencer & Lindsay
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Gwen& Roy Adams So sorry for your loss.Loved that little sweetheart.Take cre ” Tutter” Love from Gwen & Roy.
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Joan & Grant Compton We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Carole. She was such a wonderful person and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincere condolences to Tut and all your family. Joan & Grant Compton
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Gwen& Roy Adams We are so sorry to hear of Carole’s passing.We have so many good memory’s with you two.Take care of yourself “Tutter”.Condolences to the whole family.
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Barb & Sid Popham Tut & family,
Please know that you have many friends sharing the pain of loss with you. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Stay well friend!
Lots of love,
Barb & Sid
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Joan and Don Bertram Hello Tut;
Sorry to hear of Carol’s passing.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Joan and Don
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Anne Sangha Dear Tut and Family
We are very saddened to learn of Carole’s passing. Please know that our sincere, heartfelt condolences are with you all.
Anne & Mimby Sangha and Family
Dear Dave,
In a very unexpected way I have come upon your mother’s obit.
I am very sorry for your loss and offer my condolence to you and your family.
With many fond memories,
Vince MacDonald