Forrest Wolfgang Steward
Jul 13, 2026
Forrest Wolfgang Steward 1996–2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Forrest Wolfgang Steward, age 29, in Victoria, British Columbia, on July 13, 2026.
Forrest was born in Osnabruck Germany, and lived across Canada before settling in Victoria. Forrest leaves behind his loving mother, Valerie Dakin; his father, Robin Steward (Theresa Leonard); his brother, Hunter Steward; and...
Ian Gilbert Fisher
Jul 10, 2026
FISHER, Ian Gilbert
May 15, 1991 July 10, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful son, Ian. He
leaves behind his loving mom, dad, brother and niece (Donna, Art, Eric and Leanna), his
"brother in arms" Matt, his best girl, Mary, along with his "besties" Jareth, Zack, and Karsten
... his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Ian was...
Laverne Mary Munroe
Jul 9, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Laverne Mary Munroe (Chaisson) on July 9, 2026, at the age of 65.
Laverne was born in De Grau, Newfoundland, to Thomas and Cecelia Chaisson. One of 18 children, she was the youngest daughter in the family. At the age of 17, Laverne and her sister Ruth moved to Halifax,...
Leslie Ann McLuhan
Jul 1, 2026
On Wednesday July 1st, 2026, Leslie McLuhan loving wife and mother to two children, passed away at the age of 68. Leslie was born to Frank and Ann (Ford) Longoz on Jan 24th 1958, Ann remarried Doug Larsson and Doug adopted Leslie. Leslie was working at the Country Kitchen when she went on a blind date and met her future...
Keith Douglas Elliott
Jun 19, 2026
It is with regrets that we announce the passing of a Keith Elliott, loving Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather on June 19, 2026 Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria BC. Unexpected but peacefully, 10 days before his 88th birthday. Childhood memories were in Pipestone Mb, later Brandon College Class of 61, and Class president for 2 years. Employed with Manitoba Hydro...
Bruce Allan Finger
Jun 15, 2026
Bruce passed away peacefully on June 15th at his home in Victoria, B.C. He was predeceased by his parents, Bruce and Margaret Finger, his cousins Gord Rae (Leslie) and Allan McMillan (Susan). Bruce is survived by his cousins, Susan Rae, Allan Rae, Frank Reekie, Valarie Skocilas, Irene Reekie and their families. As well, Bruce is survived by his lifelong friend...
Phillip Warren Jackson
Jun 12, 2026
Phillip W. Jackson, LCol
March 22, 1940 – June 12, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lieutenant Colonel Phillip W. Jackson (Ret.) of
Victoria, BC, on June 12, 2026, at the age of 86.
Born March 22, 1940 in Toronto, Ontario, Phillip was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and a man
of deep Christian faith. Phillip grew up...
Velma Jean Higgins
Jun 12, 2026
Jean passed away suddenly after a brief battle against Esophageal cancer. She was predeceased by her parents, Velma & Nelson Crisp; and her dear brother, Nelson who passed just 14 hours before her. She is mourned by her beloved husband of 62 years, Terry; sons Ken & David (Jennifer); grandchildren Andrew (Nicole), Heather, Hannah (Rich) & Anthony (Haley); great-grandchildren Sam,...
Lorne Austin Duguid
Jun 11, 2026
Lorne Austin died peacefully on 11th June 2026, aged 85. Adored by wife Margie, daughters Siabhan & Kyra, grandchildren Tsala, Sunny & Austin, Lorne was one of the greats – a true gentleman, story‑teller, sportsman, loyal friend – a legend who will be incredibly missed.
Darryl Jonathan Gittins
Jun 11, 2026
Darryl Jonathan Gittins, born on Nov. 4, 1959, in Cape Town, South Africa.
Died June 11, 2026, in Victoria, Canada.
The family – his mother Joan Campeau (nee Rogers), and his bothers Llew Gittins and Jules Campeau – moved to England and then to Canada, where Darryl grew up into a proper hockey-loving Canadian.
There wasn’t a year when he didn’t think the...
Catherine Bernadette Hawkins
Jun 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Catherine Bernadette Hawkins, a loving mother, a remarkable woman, and a devout Roman Catholic. Catherine died at Berwick House, in the Brio unit in the early morning hours of Wednesday June 10th 2026. She had many weeks of constant visitors, both friends and family, after being discharged from Royal...
Holly Anne Sansom
Jun 4, 2026
Hello friends and family.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Holly Sansom.
SANSOM, Holly Anne (January 16, 1968 – June 4, 2026)
Born at Grace Maternity Hospital Halifax NS. Holly died in Victoria, British Columbia at the Royal Jubilee Hospital.
Diagnosed with Leiomyosarcoma in 2020, initially given 6 to 18 months, Holly beat the odds for 6 years filled...
