Margaret Anderson Stuart Briscoe
March 19, 2012
Margaret was born on September 21, 1914. She passed away in Victoria, BC on March 19, 2012. Born in Victoria to Scottish immigrants, Andrew and Margaret Clark, she was proud of her Scottish heritage. She was educated and grew up in Victoria. Margaret was predeceased by Gilbert, her devoted husband of 61 years. She was well known in the retail trade, latterly at Munday’s Shoe Store before retirement. She was an exceptional homemaker, artistic with a flair for interior decoration. She enjoyed an active lifestyle and travel in retirement. Margaret is survived by her brother-in-law, Peter (Pat) and by her nephews, Gilbert (Edmonton), Peter (Gabriola Island), Rob (Vancouver) and their wives and families.
A Funeral Service will be held in MCCALL BROS. FAMILY CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets at 1:00 pm on Friday, March 23, 2012. Officiating Reverend Glenn Simm. Flowers and other acknowledgements declined with thanks. Grateful thanks go to the nurses, careworkers, etc. for the excellent attention she was given while a patient at Mount St. Mary. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
Susie Frances (Fran) Steffan
March 2, 2012
March 12, 1937-February 26, 2012
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Fran Steffan on Sunday February 26, 2012. Mom has gone to where she wanted to be, beside her husband Jim forever who predeceased her in October; and her siblings, Cora and Tommy; and friend, Gerry. Fran will be dearly missed by her sons, John (Lysa), Tony (Renita); and Rhonda of Nanaimo; twin sister, Shirley (Jim) of Kingston, Ont., and younger sister, Barbara (Ellis) of St John, NB. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Natysha, Tyler, Jared, and Nick. Fran was loved by everyone she touched and will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Prince Edward Branch #91 (Langford), 761 Station Avenue on Friday, March 30th, from 1 to 4pm. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Canadian Lung Association in Fran’s name would be appreciated.
Diana Irene Dobson (nee Schneidmiller)
February 25, 2012
February 5, 1940 – February 22, 2012
Diana passed away at Victoria Hospice surrounded by family. Wife, mother, grandmother – we miss your presence so much already. Her 72 years had a profound impact on all around her, and she lived her life with purpose in service to others. She grew up in Calgary and moved to Vancouver in 1961 where she met Gary, her husband of 47 years. In 1979, she moved from Burnaby to Victoria with her family.
Diana was passionate about her family, community and church. Faith was central in her life, and she was involved in many ways with Gordon Head United Church. Diana dedicated herself to service and spent innumerable hours helping the Kidney Foundation of Canada, American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, Pacific Animal Therapy Society, and making people smile with the Victoria clowning group as “Gingersnap” with her beloved dog Ginger. She loved to make others happy and bring people together.
Diana is survived by her husband Gary, her three sons, Joe (Naowarat) and grandson Ryder, John (Leila) and granddaughters Athena and Danae, and Gordon. Diana is predeceased by her brother Jim and parents, Martha and Adam (Dewey).
To celebrate her life, a memorial service with reception to follow will be held on Saturday, March 3rd at 2:00pm at Gordon Head United Church, 4201 Tyndall Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (Victoria Chapter) or Gordon Head United Church.
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Antoinette (Toni) Scatliff (nee Murphy)
February 18, 2012
Our beloved mother completed her journey to the Lord on Saturday, February 18th, 2012 at home attended by a family filled with gratitude for nearly 95 years of love and devotion. Among the many she is now reunited with in Heaven are our father and her beloved husband of sixty-three years, John, her mother Edith, her father Edward, as well as her five brothers and sisters and two grandchildren, Mark and James. Among the many people celebrating her life are her six children, Chris, John (Susanne), Susan (Brian), Tim (Louise), Judy (Murry) and Michael (Shawnee), her grandchildren Christopher, Megan (Russell), Jeffrey, Gillian, Ian (Chantal), Nicole (Bruce), Robert (Colette), Leanne (Stefan), Elissa (Cam), Debbie (Joel), Kim (Scott), Allison (Ed), David (Rachel), Kate (Tanny), Tom (Candice), Sara (Tim), John (Jacqueline), Jenny, Kris, David, Talia, Tecla and Turk, and her thirty-two great grandchildren who all knew her as “Great” – Abby, Eric, Ava, Noah, Jasia, Keziah, Anya, Danika, Riel, Luke, Jesse, Jacob, Dylan, Brooke, Jack, Kate, Ellie, Ava, Noah, Rhys, Mira, Bowen, Zoe, Zander, Zayda, Zara, Tyger, Aysia, Tommy, Jonathon, Preston, plus three on the way – sixty three in all. Joining them are countless nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Born in Saskatoon on May 9, 1917 of Irish Catholic heritage she grew up a vivacious, outgoing girl, full of fun and laughter. At eighteen she travelled to Winnipeg where she trained as an RN at St. Boniface Hospital. Always adventuresome, on graduation in 1939 she accepted her uncles’ invitation to holiday in England and when war broke out stayed to work in London hospitals. Trained as a midwife, she moved among hospitals delivering babies whilst around her Londoners were enduring the Blitz. It was there amongst many suitors she met a young English doctor with whom she became engaged and married in 1942. They spent the rest of the war and some years afterward practicing family medicine in Sussex. In 1948 they responded to Canada’s post-war call for doctors and left England for a family medicine practice in the southwestern Manitoba prairie. After many adventures of country medicine, including making a makeshift maternity ward and nursery in their home and venturing out to remote farms by horse and buggy or snowshoe, increasing responsibilities in Dad’s medical practice took them to Winnipeg, where they raised their family. In 1984, retirement took them to Victoria and many full years of enjoyment of being in a home by the sea.
Toni and John were devout in their Catholic faith and support of Catholic education, including being involved in administrative positions and active service both in Winnipeg and Victoria. They were active parishioners of Holy Cross in Victoria. Mum’s real passion was family. She loved exploring the beauty of gardens and forests, and especially taking the scenic drive around Victoria’s coastline.
She was a loving mother and grandmother whose home was always open to the many frequent visitors, especially all the children who were her constant delight. Sunday supper was the tradition, and “Grannie’s place” was the headquarters for family and friends from all over two continents. She was very simply the glue that bonded together a far-flung family and by so doing bestowed on everyone that wonderful blessing that is a close family.
Special thanks to Leah Danila, an angel, for her wonderful and loving care to our mother in her final days.
A Mass in celebration of her life will be held at Holy Cross Parish, on Tuesday, February 21st, at 1 pm.
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Elizabeth Sylvia Steel
February 18, 2012
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on February 15, 2012 in Victoria B.C. Betty was born in Victoria on August 29, 1922, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Sylvester Paul. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, James Henderson Steel; son, Paul (Karen); daughters, Elizabeth (Brian), Jessica (Vaughn) and Frances (David); her 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren who adored their Nana. A long time resident of Victoria, she was a proud supporter of the University of Victoria, member of the Victoria Art Gallery and most importantly she dedicated her life to her family and friends. She will be remembered for her selfless consideration of others.
A service of remembrance will be held at St. Mary the Virgin Oak Bay, 1701 Elgin Rd., on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. The family would like to thank Dr. Ted Rosenberg for his compassionate care, her devoted care-giver Lestari and the dedicated staff at the Lodge at Broadmead. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lodge at Broadmead.
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Joyce Ardis Gustafson
February 7, 2012
Passed away peacefully at Broadmead Lodge on February 1, 2012 in her 79th year. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Born in Preeceville, Saskatchewan on April 19, 1932 she was predeceased by her parents, Hilda and Arne Jenshus, and sister Elsie Jean Jenshus. She leaves her loving husband of 55 years, Norman; children Wendy Skinner (Ken), Brady Gustafson (Maria), Shirley Leggett (Rick), Nancy Hashka (Lloyd), and Carolyn Schaddelee (Jack); and beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also survived by her brother Leonard (Fran) and family.
A very special thanks to the staff at Broadmead Lodge for taking such wonderful care of her. A private remembrance will be held by family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or The Lodge at Broadmead. Condolences to the family may be offered below.
Nora (Peggy) Kathleen van Nostrand McArthur (nee Molyneux)
February 6, 2012
Passed away peacefully on February 1, 2012 at the age of 87 years. Born in Toronto on July 10 1924.
Predeceased by her loving husband Hugh Tyson and grandson Alec. Lovingly remembered by her sister Patricia Anne Hume (Patterson); her children and grandchildren Kathie Csomany (Ron) Stephen, Nicholas, Susan (Richard Pawley), Ian, Tony (Ayami), Tony’s daughter Alissa, Tim (Linda) Meghan, Matthew, Jerry (Eva) Elizabeth, John, Alastair, Thomas, Pam Carbery (Brent) Hugh, Emma, Jaimie (Jina); 3 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Peggy was a fun loving vivacious woman who loved her family, enjoyed her friendships and lived life to the fullest. Peggy served in the Wrens during the Second World War and after many wonderful years raising her family worked with disabled children in the Victoria School District. She was very active in her church and community in both Toronto and Victoria. Her wicked sense of humour, love of travel, golf, bridge, gardening, camping and Long Beach is how she will be remembered.
Visitation will be held at McCALL BROS., Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Wednesday February 8, 2012 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Funeral Service will be held at Christ Church Cathedral on Thursday February 9th at 3:00pm. Reception to take place in the Chapter Room of the Cathedral following the service. Condolences for the family may be offered below.
Annie Tebbs
January 27, 2012
March 8, 1918 – January 22, 2012
Born in Liverpool, England to Ann Robinson and Albert Edward McDonald, Annie first emigrated to Canada in 1920 and lived in Ontario for a brief period of time. The family moved back to England when Annie was still very small and she grew up in Liverpool and neighboring West Kirby, Cheshire along with her brother, Albert McDonald. During the war she met Harry Tebbs from Hoylake and they were married in 1942. The entire family including Annie’s parents and brother emigrated to Canada in 1952.
Annie was predeceased by husband Harry in 1976 and is survived by daughter Patricia and her husband Michael Claxton, daughter Eileen Tebbs, grandson Christopher Claxton and his wife Tara, great-grandsons Apollo, Heywood and Case Claxton, nephew Michael McDonald and his family, and relatives in England, USA and Australia.
Annie was a charter member of the Victoria Pride Lioness Club and she enjoyed participating in their many functions over the years. Annie resided at her home in the West Saanich/Prospect Lake area for over 60 years.
Many thanks to the nurses and doctors in Emergency and on 4A North at Victoria General Hospital who took such good care of her on her last day. Also many thanks to the staff and home care workers provided through Beacon Community Services. Their assistance made it possible for Annie to safely remain in her home and maintain her independence. She particularly enjoyed sharing stories from her long life with the daily respite care workers and hearing details of their lives.
Annie treasured her family and friends above all else and took particular pleasure in watching her grandson and three great-grandsons grow up. Their visits were the highlight of her life.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, January 30, 2012 at 11:00 am at St. Michael’s & All Angel’s Church, 4733 West Saanich Road, Rev. Herbert O’Driscoll officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Childrens’ Hospital Foundation, 360B Harbour Rd. Victoria, BC V0A 3S1.
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Jean Dorothy Coates
January 25, 2012
February 2, 1927 – January 21, 2012
Jean passed away peacefully at home on January 21st. She leaves behind with love her son Richard (Jean) Whittingham; daughter Leah (Gerry) Whitehead; step-children Ian and Ross Coates, and Miriam Eefa; 5 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.
A resident of Victoria since 1948. Jean was a founding member of the Hospice Society Bridge and Swim Marathons, Jean golfed, curled, and in her later years became a skilled Bridge player. She will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends.
There will be no service by request. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Victoria Hospice, www.victoriahospice.org. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
Mary Satoko Ibaraki (nee Fujisawa)
January 24, 2012
Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 23,2012 with family at her side. Born in 1920 in Vancouver, BC, she was predeceased by her husband Hideo in 1998. She is survived by her children Anthony (Deborah), Marjorie (George) Wallace, Evelyn (Willy) Tobler, and Stephen (Colleen); grandchildren Michelle, Tina (Stephen), Danielle (Anthony), Tamara (Dmytro), Derek (Misaki), Mariko, Lauren, and James; great-grandchildren Quintin and Annaliese, and many nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her siblings Hiroshi, Sr Catherine SA, Nobby, John, George, and Anna Maeda; and is survived by her siblings Sr Margaret SA, Eugene, Kayoko, Marie, Geri and sister-in-law Kyomi. Family and friends were very important to Mary and she was very proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Glengarry Hospital for their special care. She will be missed.
Family and friends may pay their respects at McCall Bros Family Chapel on Sunday, January 29th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Church, 4049 Gordon Head Road in Victoria, Monday, January 30th at 1:00 pm. Flowers are gratefully declined; donations may be made to Saanich Volunteer Services Society, 1445 Ocean View Road, Victoria, BC V8P 1J8. Condolences may be offered to the family below.