Vivi died peacefully on April 5, 2015 in Victoria.  Born on March 10, 1940 in Copenhagen, Denmark, she immigrated to Victoria with her family in 1955.  Vivi is survived by her loving husband, Michael; children, Peter and Pia Wyatt; her grandchildren, Fraser, Wyatt, Lily Asta and Axel; sisters, Eve and Lone; nieces, Leslie and Lisa and step-children, Stacey, Michael and Robert and their children.  She will be missed by cousins in Denmark and many friends here and in California.  Vivi had a special way that warmed the hearts of everyone who knew her and the qualities that made her such a wonderful person have left us all with many beautiful memories.

A Celebration of Vivi’s life will be held in McCall’s Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 10, 2015.

Condolences may be offered to the family below.

McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com

 

  • Bob Travis

    Dear Michael, Peter and Pia,

    We are saddened to hear of the recent passing of Vivi.
    We have fond memories of always meeting and talking with Vivi.
    Our condolences to your families.

    Robert and Chris Travis and family.

  • Janice (Heppell) Vogel

    Dear Mike, Peter, Pia and family,

    We were all very saddened to hear of Vivi’s passing and are sorry that we were not able to attend the service. Since Vivi became a member of our family, she brightened every family gathering with her gregarious nature and enthusiastic story-telling, glowing smile and infectious laugh. She was always turned out beautifully and impeccably for every occasion.

    Her love of travel, discovering new places and guiding tours certainly prompted my parents to join you and her on a variety of journeys, for which we are very grateful, as it enriched their lives and presented more opportunities for entertaining story-telling.

    The care that you all provided to her over these difficult past years has been heart-warming and she certainly must have felt that love and devotion every single day.

    May the warmth of her smile radiate down on all those she so dearly loved.

    Thinking of you,
    Janice, Klaus, Lorenz and Victoria Vogel

  • Loralee (Turgoose) & Stewart Hagar

    Mike and family, we were so sorry to hear of Vivi’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and we know you will have many wonderful memories from all the years you have had together.

  • Jim and Margaret Tayler

    Dear Mike, We were so sad to hear of your loss of Vivi. Please know we are thinking of you at this difficult time. Marg and Jim Tayler.

  • George and Diane Copley

    Mike:

    We were so sad to hear that Vivi had passed away last week. Please accept our most sincere condolences to you and all of the family for your loss. While we did not see much of you or Vivi after the high school years we are very glad we had the opportunity to get together and catch up some years ago at the Canadian Scottish Cadet 50th anniversary celebration at the Bay Street Armouries. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

    George and Diane Copley

  • Roma Allen

    Dearest Mike, I was so sorry to hear of Vivi’s passing, and wished I’d been able to make the service. I have the fondest memories of Vivi in her Hill Travel days – she was the absolute light of the office – Vivi always walked in, stayed and left with a smile on her face and a loving caring word, actually words ! , for all of us. I’m sure she is at peace now, but I can imagine she is also busy – organizing something :). Such a loss for you and the family, but such a beautiful memory to live on. All our love… Roma and Wayne

  • Grahame McCuaig

    Brother,

    I am SO sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you.
    As I am in Nicaragua I could not go to the Service.

    Grahame McCuaig

  • Diane Campbell

    My heart goes out to you Michael and all your family . I feel privileged to know ViVi even the short time I did and see your love and devotion to her. A special lady.

  • R.H.. (Dick) Waller, RCMP, Supt. Retired

    Dear Mke; I would just like to express my sincerest condolences on the loss of your Vivi. I experienced the same loss when my Joan passed away in August of 2014 and I just want you to know that I feel your pain. I valued your friendship and support during the latter part of both of our careers and just want you to know if you need to talk or a shoulder to lean on , I am here for you. The next few months will be difficult for you but with the the support of your vast network of associates and friends, you will endure.

  • Nancy Campbell

    Dear Mike and all Vivi’s family,
    With great sadness John and I heard of Vivi’s passing. Vivi was one of the loveliest persons to know. Her heart and soul were as beautiful as her face. And she was so much fun on our journeys with the
    VFD Steamer! We will never forget those times. You are all very much in our prayers.
    Very sincerely, John Shipley and Nancy.

  • Colin Crisp

    Dear Mike;

    Helen and I convey our condolences to you and to your family. We met Vivi some years ago which was a wonderful experience for both of us.

    Our thoughts are with you all.

    Colin Crisp.

  • Bill Hennis

    My thoughts and prayers are with you Mike and all the family members.

    Bill

  • Diana lam

    Peter Our deepest sympathies to you and your family . From Mike & Diana Lam.

  • Lynne Urquhart

    Dear Mike,

    I am sorry to hear of Vivi’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and the family. Take care and God Bless.

    Lynne

  • Elisabeth Mason

    While working at New Horizon Holidays, in the 80’s, in Vancouver, I opened a cover letter from Vivi applying to be the part-time sales rep for Vancouver Island. In her opening sentence she stated that her “family comes first” and then went on to cheerfully write why we ought to hire her.

    At the interview, in walked an elegant, fashionable, confident and upbeat woman….she was hired on the spot, and so began a friendship that lasted three plus decades.

    Vivi included me into her family circle and was more like a sister to me than a friend.
    Michael whom she loved dearly was her rock, and together they hosted many group tours
    to various locations in the world.

    Vivi was proud of her son Peter and daughter Pia. She loved being a grandma and watching her play with Fraser is a memory I’ll always cherish. I’m honoured to have been her friend!
    God speed Vivi, until we meet again.

  • E. Gilchrist

    With profound sadness my mother, Jeanne Peeters, read of your loss.

    Dear Michael and family, please accept our condolences, Vivi was an elegant woman.

  • Annie Huus

    My deepest condolences to you Michael you were a devoted husband and caregiver to dear Vivi. To Peter and Pia And Eve and Lone I am sorry for the loss of your mother and sister. I never forget the year I came to Victoria was in May 1959 and Vivi became Miss Victoria such a beautiful Lady and a good person she will be missed. Sincerely Annie.

  • Gordon and Eunice Jones

    Our sincerest condolences to Mike and family.

  • Janet Baird

    Dear Mike
    I am so sorry to see Vivi’s obituary in today’s Times Colonist. She was such a kind, gentle soul and you were always so devoted to her. At the Celebration of Life for Jim Bramley, I ran into Eric Simmons who told me Vivi had not been well. We reminisced about the two of you and what a compatible couple you were. Now she is at peace and you can savour many happy memories. Bless you.
    With much affection,
    Janet Baird

  • Bill Snowdon

    Dear Mike My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I remember with pleasure the great times the four of us had together. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill

  • Pat and Bob Russell

    Dear Mike and family:

    We are thinking of you in this very sad time. We will hold in our hearts all the wonderful memories we have of Vivi.

  • Ken Lane

    So very sorry to learn of Vivi’s passing. She was half of the dynamic duo who were such good neighbours to my mother who left us a few years ago. She was a positive influence in her community as was a favourite aunt of mine who also came from Denmark, raising a family on Prince Edward Island.
    Sincere condolences to Mike.

  • Pamela Madoff

    Dear Mike.

    I was saddened to learn of Vivi’s passing in this morning’s newspaper. I had the pleasure of meeting her on a number of occasions, usually related to events associated with the Canadian Scottish. She was such a lovely and gracious person and I remember that she had a quiet and radiant presence.

    Please accept my condolences at this time of enormous loss.

    Warm regards,
    Pamela Madoff

  • Kathy & Bob Comerford

    Dear Peter and Fraser and Pia
    We did not know your mother and Mormor well or for long. Hearing how glowingly you speak of her tells us what a fine person, mother, and grandmother she was to you. I will always remember her warm smile and the pride and love evident in her eyes when she looked at you. We know you will cherish your memories of Vivi and feel her ongoing love for you.
    Mike, our sincere condolences on the loss of Vivi. Your love for her was obvious in your care for her during her life.

    .

  • Rhonda & Jim Scott

    Mike & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. Vivi will be greatly missed by all members of The Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s) Women’s Auxiliary…

  • Marilyn and John Beckett

    Mike and family,
    John and I are saddened to hear of Vivi’s passing and our hearts go out to you all. We didn’t know Vivi well but I have fond memories of our Highschool days at Victoria High School. Vivi was a senior and I was a junior. She won the Miss Victoria pagent at that time and I was absolutely in awe of her. As far as I was concerned she was the prettiest girl in Vic High and really deserved the title of Miss Victoria. She looked so beautiful atop the float with her princesses in the Victoria Day parade. Little did I know then that she would one day be related to my sister who also adores her.
    May memories hold you strong and help you all at this difficult time.
    Marilyn and John

  • Linda Delgado

    I seems impossible that the light of a vibrant, beautiful, generous & loving woman who has had a special place in my heart for 40 years has gone out. Vivi knew she was always my touchstone, coming into my life at a time I so needed her. We were meant to be life long friends. I just never imagined she would be taken from us so soon. Her ability to make everyone she met feel like they were the most important person in the room & her true interest in knowing everything about them was unique. Her smile and more importantly her laugh could fill the world with happiness -I am so thrilled that Pia has inherited that laugh & it will live on. Michael, she felt so protected by you. Peter and Pia she was so very proud of both of you and each of her 4 grandchildren were the sparkle in her eyes. She was loved by so many. Though my heart feels broken, I know it will mend and have memories to carry me on….because that is what Vivi would want.

  • Jessi Miller

    I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I never had the honor of meeting Mrs. Vivi, but I am positive that she must have been an impeccable woman to have raised such a strong daughter. She was and is still a beautiful woman. Memories never die, because within memories are where our loved ones remain with us. I’m praying for your family in this tough time.

    God bless,
    Jessi Miller

  • Rob and Charlotte Poncelet

    Mike and Family

    I am sorry to learn of the loss of your wife Mike.
    You always spoke of her so graciously whenever our paths crossed. Our thoughts are with you and your family in this difficult time.

    Sincerly Rob and Charlotte Poncelet and All the staff at Stewarts

  • Robin Heppell

    Mike, Peter, Pia, Lone and families,

    Our entire family was saddened to hear of Vivi’s passing. As a member of the Heppell family she always added that extra spark with her glowing and bubbly personality to any of our family dinners and events.

    Mike and Vivi were more than just family to us, together they were great friends to my parents – whether it be on your travels together or special events around town. Cindy and I were honoured that Vivi was able to attend our wedding in 2011.

    One of my special memories of Vivi was when she and Mom came to my new apartment downtown to give it some style – of which I didn’t have much and Vivi was overflowing with it.

    Thanks Vivi, your vivaciousness always brightened our family gatherings and now Heaven is even that much brighter today.

    Love Rob, Cindy, Haleigh and Noah Heppell

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