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Dorothy Hope Airth

Dorothy Hope Airth

Feb 9, 2018

Words cannot express how much dear Dot was loved by her family, friends, and anyone with whom she came into contact. She was looking forward to the final journey and being reunited with her family and friends who pre-deceased her. Her loss is particularly felt by her friend  and companion for 40 years, Wenda,  who is eternally grateful for...

Seymour Baileys

Seymour Baileys

Feb 8, 2018

"On February 8, 2018, Seymour Baileys took his last breath surrounded by family and friends. Anyone who knew Sey, knew he was one of a kind. Born in Chicago during the Great Depression, to Jewish immigrants, Esther and Moshe (Morris) Bailihus, Sey learned early on in life that to survive meant to work hard and to hustle. The art...

Thomas Edward 'Ed' Wilson

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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