Thomas Edward 'Ed' Wilson
Feb 7, 2018
Ed died peacefully at age 70 with loved ones by his side at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Palliative Care Unit. He struggled with pulmonary fibrosis in his last years and was grateful for his many kind caregivers. He is survived by: his beloved wife of 44 years, Susan; his cherished daughters Deborah Brouwer (James) of Victoria, BC and...
Dave Barrett
Feb 2, 2018
It is with great sadness we share the passing of Dave Barrett, a much loved husband and father. He will be greatly missed. Dave had a tremendous life beyond his profession in social work and his many years as a provincial and federal politician. At home Dave's quick wit and zany sense of humour kept Shirley and the kids...
Brian Gordon Morton
Jan 29, 2018
In his 95th year Brian passed away peacefully Monday, January 29, 2018. Brian's warmth and wonderful smile was always present as was the sparkle in his eyes. Friends and family could expect all three whenever they were with him. Brian was predeceased by the love of his life, Lib, and was the proud father to his two sons, Liam...
Eleanor Julie Mullins
Jan 29, 2018
Eleanor, Ellie, Mom, "Nanny" to many, left this world gently and peacefully on January 29, 2018, spending her last, beautiful weekend at home, surrounded by so many of those she loved. Born in Cranbrook BC to William Neon Mullins and Julia Celia Mullins (nee Matson), Eleanor was predeceased by both her parents, her sister, Audrey Coyle and her grandson, William...
Deirdre Kathleen Kelly
Jan 28, 2018
We are so sad to have lost our beautiful and creative wife, mother, and friend Deirdre Kelly to the cruel ravages of cancer. She is survived by her husband John, daughter Emma, son Matthew, sister Maureen, brothers Paul and Michael, step-mother Allene, and a large community of well loved friends. After a childhood in North Vancouver, Deirdre moved to...
Margaret Alicia Thompson
Jan 25, 2018
I was dreaming Thursday morning just after midnight. I dreamed that my mother was being greeted with open arms by her birth family. Her mother Charlotte, and father Howard , and brothers Bill & Warren, and sister Babe. She was so happy to see them, so eager to join them. With her smile full of joy I heard her...
Rose Marie Sommerstad
Jan 25, 2018
Rose Marie Sommerstad (née McDonald) passed away peacefully on Thursday the 25 th of January 2018, at 89 years old, in Victoria B.C. Rose was born on April 21 st 1928 in Strome, Alberta, to parents James and Lillian McDonald (née Downey). She had an older brother, Frank, and a younger brother, James (Jimmy). The McDonald family moved to...
Eleanor Bernice Dearness
Jan 24, 2018
Eleanor passed away peacefully on January 23, 2018 at the age of 89 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving daughters Barbara Garside (Brian), Katrea Dearness (Tom), grandchildren Aaron Garside, Kevin Garside, Brendan Rooney, Graeme Rooney and Gillia Rooney. She was predeceased by her husband, William Dearness, brothers Eric, Ron, Tom and sister Ann. Eleanor had a...
Gloria Audrey Humphrey
Jan 24, 2018
Late of Victoria BC, formerly of Toronto, after a courageous battle with cancer Gloria passed away peacefully on January 24, 2018. Gloria was my spouse, my partner, my right hand and my strength. In short she was my everything. She was a powerhouse. Her mark on the world will survive for generations through her great career as an educator. ...
