Obituaries

Victor Lennie Chapman

Born August 5th 1908 in Vancouver to James Walton and Clara Mary Chapman. The eldest of 5 sons, he was raised in Victoria. Len passed onto eternal life on March 25, 2012. He was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Maryon Furness Chapman. He is survived by his son, Huntly Gordon Chapman, M.D. of Dallas, Texas and daughter, Mary-Claire Chapman Borg M.D.

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Edith Frances Victor (nee Smith)

Died peacefully at Glenwarren Lodge, Victoria, March 26, 2012. We thank her loving caregivers at Glenwarren and at The Wellesley and her devoted physician, Dr. Stephen Starr. Edith’s family will miss her deeply and are grateful to God for the gift of her life and for her hope in Christ. Edith was predeceased by her loving husband, Bill of 58 years

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Jim (James) Francis Wolter

On March 22 2012, Jim Wolter of Victoria, formerly of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the age of 87. He is survived by his loving family, his wife Doris; 5 children, Marcia, Randy (Nancijo), Linda, Erin, & Michael (Diane); 9 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and 3 of his 8 siblings. Jim was born in 1924 at St. Cloud Minnesota. He served on

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Annie Isobel Jacobson

1920 – 2012 Annie Isobel Jacobson (nee Chugg) passed away peacefully on March 24th, 2012 with her family around her. Annie was born in Fort McLeod, Alberta, in 1920. Predeceased by her husband, Didrick (Dick) Jacobson in 2005; her parents, Mary and Edgar Chugg; her two brothers, Elmer and Allan and her two sisters, Ruby Toews and Laura Magill.

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Lillian Lorraine Lee

November 27, 1922 – March 18, 2012 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Lillian Lorraine Lee, who died suddenly and peacefully on March 18 in Victoria. Lily was born in Vancouver on November 27, 1922, the third of seven children. She was educated in the Vancouver school system, graduating from Grandview High School in Commerce.

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Professor Tanjiro Okubo

1915 – 2012 Tanjiro Okubo passed away in Victoria on March 17, 2012. Predeceased by his wife, Waka; he leaves to mourn his daughter, Miyako (Kim Wakefield); his grandchildren, Nicholas and Mariko, all of Edmonton; his brother, Takashi of Tokyo and sister, Tomo, of Osaka. Tanjiro was born in Osaka, Japan in 1915 and received his Ph.D. in mathematics

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Margaret E. Boss

March 8, 1938 – March 16, 2012 Marg died peacefully after a brief battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by Dick, her husband of 50 years; sister, Jeanne; brothers, Al and David; her three children, Jon, Tim and Kathy; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Matthew, Heather, Nathan, Aaron, Madison and Reegan; two great-grandchildren, Oliver and

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Dorothy B. Utterson

October 1, 1927 – March 18, 2012 Mum passed peacefully at home with her son and daughter at her side after battling cancer with grace, strength and dignity. Predeceased by her ever-loving husband, Adam and son, Bill, she will be greatly missed by son, Jim (June); daughter, Linda; daughter-in-law, Judy; grandchildren, Jim, Bill, Scott, Nicole, Ray,

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Walter Stanek, Ph.D

Dr. Walter Stanek was born in Czechoslovakia on November 15, 1926 and passed away in Victoria, BC on March 20, 2012. He came to Canada in 1956 and worked as a Forestry Research Scientist for about thirty-five years. Walter was a gifted artist with a passion for knowledge. He lived a complete and accomplished life. He will be greatly missed by his wife,

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Frances Mary McLaren (nee Gibson)

October 24, 1931 – March 19, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, sister, aunt, Granny and friend. Fran was born in Camrose, Alberta. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Jim (1997) as well as several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children; sons, Dennis (Diane), Brian (Tede) and daughter,

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Joseph Duncan Smith

Our beloved Joe passed away suddenly but peacefully on March 20, 2012 at the Royal Jubilee Hospital surrounded by his family and many lifelong friends. Joseph is survived by his sons, Joel and Ryan Carriere; brother, Tony; sisters, Holly, Lori and Mary Lee and many other close family and friends. Joe was born in Hamilton, Ontario on July 9, 1952. Joe

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William Richardson

1934 – 2012 Bill passed peacefully in his home on March 18, 2012. He was born in Victoria, BC and lived his life in the area. He was a dedicated Yarrows and Victoria Shipyards Employee from 1957 to 1993. He will always be remembered for his quick humour, loving personality, sincerity and eagerness to help others. He will be sadly missed by family

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Margaret Oare-Wegner (nee Bannatyne)

November 5, 1927 – March 18, 2012 Born in Lac Seul, Ontario. Closing the final chapter of her interesting ‘Book of Life’, leaving behind her brother, Paddy; her sister, Mary; special niece, Cecile; great-nieces and nephews in Ear Falls, Ontario and extended family in Victoria, BC. Special thanks to sister-in-law, Louise for all her care. Special

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Margaret Anderson Stuart Briscoe

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,

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Madeleine Cartier Ricard

Born in Dorval, Quebec on October 25, 1915. Died at Mt. St. Mary Hospital in Victoria, B.C. on March 16, 2012. Survived by her husband of 71 years Gerald; son, Michael (Kathy); daughters, Jose Weber (Gary) and Suzanne Olson; sister, Claudine Cartier in Montreal; 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Mother and Dad were married in Montreal in 1939

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Alice Eleanor Malcolm (nee Griffith)

Passed away very peacefully after a short illness on March 17, 2012. Alice was born in Saskatoon, SK and lived in Victoria since 1975. She was predeceased by her husband Jim (Scotty) in 1985 and her daughter-in-law, Donna. She is survived by her sons Jim (Lynette) and Bob (Bonnie); her grandchildren Amanda (Steve), Stewart, Chris (Belinda), Danny (Shandy),

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Bernice “Bernie” Clare Tighe, RN (nee Chisholm)

July 10, 1928 – March 13, 2012 Passed away peacefully with family by her side in Victoria Hospice, after a long struggle with poor health. She was a talented and devoted mother, nurse, volunteer and animal lover (and constant whistler!). A woman of deep faith, she inspired others as she faced life’s challenges with courage, strength and

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Minh Dieu Lam

We are deeply saddened to announce Minh Dieu Lam, beloved husband, father, son and brother, moved on peacefully Tuesday morning, March 13, 2012 marking the end of a valiant 10 year fight with brain cancer. He was 43 years old. Minh was born in Vietnam and immigrated to Victoria, BC with his family at the age of 11. He married Lala at the age of 20 and

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Cora Alice Deighton (nee Burdett)

October 30, 1927-March 11, 2012 Gran passed away at the age of 84 with dear loved ones by her side. She lived an independent life. She loved her family and was her grandchildren’s best cheerleader “Go Lellow!” She enjoyed travelling with her family and dutifully scraped the mustard, pickles and relish from their food all across North

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Cdr. (ret) John George Coppard

July 29, 1966 – March 5, 2012 John passed away peacefully at home March 5 in the company of family and friends. He is survived by his father, Dennis; brothers Paul (Andrea) and David (Rita); sister Pat (Mark); along with nephews Aidan, Alex and Alexei; nieces Elisabeth, Cate and Sophia; extended family and countless friends. He was pre-deceased

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