1933-2015
It is with heavy hearts we announce that Hal passed away peacefully on May 22nd surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 56 years Jan; son Stephen (Sherry); daughters Carolyn (Reg Finch-Field) and Heather (Dennis) Murch; grandchildren Stephanie, Ashley, Andrew, Jason and Nick; extended family in Glasgow, Scotland and many friends. Born in St. John, NB on Dec 19th, 1933, Hal moved to Victoria as a young boy. He attended Vic High and after 2 years of University, joined the RCAF where he spent 6 years as a pilot, including 2 years overseas with the 403 Squadron. His career with Jordans Floor Coverings started in 1961, where he worked in contract sales until his retirement in 2010. Hal was a member of Gorge Vale Golf Club for many years, and had a lifelong passion for sports. The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Mt. Tolmie Hospital for the kind and loving care he received in the final months of his life as well as Dr. W. Ross McKay. We love you D.O.D. Cheers!
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30 pm on Friday May 29th, 2015 at CFB Esquimalt Wardroom, 1586 Esquimalt Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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kalyn family
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Helen Taylor Dear Jan,
I was very sorry to learn of your husband, Hal’s death.
My sincere thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Helen Taylor; Royal Quays
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BOB ENGLISH HAL was a very special person and i will always remember him with great effection. It will be a tear and a smile when i think of him. God bless you Jan and your family. Bob English.
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Penny Manson I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Hal. I had great pleasure in looking after Hal. He was a wonderful man with a great smile. And I shall truly miss him. Rest in peace Hal. Penny
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Silvana Dallan & family Our deepest condolences go out to your whole family.
Silvana, Daniela, Suzanne, Paul, Maria & Emma
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Eunice Fiss This is a sadness that can hardly be explained Jan, as you have been so brave and always so strong. My most sincere sympathy to you and to your family. Your journey with Hal has produced a fine family and I am confident that your many memories will give you all strength in your sorrow. Time has a remarkable manner inwhich to grieve Jan and above all else, take good care of yourself as your adult family still needs your guidance and your fine since of humour. May your God guide and protect you and yours Jan, as you have so much to be proud of. In sympathy, Eunice Fiss 103W
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Dee Jenkins Dear Jan,Steve, Heather and Carolyn and families. Very saddened to hear this news from home. Denis and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. Memories will keep you in these difficult days ahead and everyday forever more. Dee xox
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joan smith To Jan & Family; So sorry to hear of Hal’s passing ,you will miss him a lot, I will remember all the Christmas get to-gethers with him at the Schofields .My thoughts are with you at this time.
Joan Smith
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Alan and Deirdre Spencer and family Dearest Jan and Family
You have all been a very precious part of our lives. We miss you all and Hal will never be forgotten.
Love you,
Dee, Al and familyxx
To the whole Gregg family, we are sorry for your loss. It is never easy to lose
a loved one. Although I had not seen Hal since Steve and I were kids, I can still
picture him and his fun-loving good nature, quick wit, great smile and his funny little
laugh he had. Thinking of you, take care.