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Alexanderina (Sandra) Hunter
May 10, 2025
Alexanderina (Sandra) HUNTER
July 30, 1937 – May 10, 2025
Sadly we announce the peaceful passing of Sandra in RJH, in her 87th year. Survived by her husband David, children Brian (Tara), Victoria (Bill), grandchildren Colin, Ty, and Lexi. Predeceased by her parents and sister....
Paul Michael Ceretti
May 8, 2025
CERETTI, Paul Michael
May 7, 1958 - May 8, 2025
It is with great sadness the friends of Paul Michael Ceretti announce his passing after his strong battle with cancer on Wednesday May 8th, at the age of 67. Paul will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends across parts of Canada and the USA.
Born on PEI, in 1958 he was...
Rundell Upton Seaman
May 6, 2025
Rundell Upton Seaman
May 25, 1945 – May 6, 2025
Rundell Upton Seaman died peacefully at home, with his loved ones close by. Born in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, on May 25, 1945, he was the son of Frances Rundell Seaman and Jean MacLeod.
Rundell was a thoughtful and...
Eileen Margaret Thomson
May 4, 2025
Eileen Thomson (May 13, 1946 – May 4, 2025)
Eileen was born in Clydebank Scotland in 1946. In her early twenties she emigrated with her mother and sister to Toronto. Eileen had trained as a teacher in Scotland, but her certificate was not recognized in Canada. Eileen moved to Victoria in the 1960’s....
Gregory Van Wallingham
Apr 28, 2025
Gregory Van Wallingham
December 25, 1957 – April 28, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Gregory
Van Wallingham, age 67, Victoria, BC.
Born and raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Greg ventured West at a young age...
Thomas Frederick Woodrow
Apr 28, 2025
Thomas Frederick Woodrow
January 3, 1956 – April 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Thomas Frederick Woodrow on April 28, 2025, in Sooke, British Columbia, at the age of 69.
Born on January 3, 1956, Thomas was known for...

William Lloyd Thomas Wansbrough
Apr 24, 2025
William Lloyd Thomas Wansbrough
September 11, 1963 – April 24, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lloyd Wansbrough of Victoria, BC, on April 24, 2025, at the age of 61.
Lloyd was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He is survived by...
Roger Victor Martin Sandford
Apr 24, 2025
Roger Sandford was born in Portsmouth, England. He was raised as the youngest of seven
children. He and his younger siblings were evacuated during WWII and, in the face of tumult and
poverty, Roger chose to leave home at his first opportunity, moving to London to attend school. In...
Shari Lyn Van Beek (nee Duff)
Apr 23, 2025
Shari Lyn Van Beek (nee Duff)
March 30, 1965 - April 23, 2025
Born and raised in Victoria, BC, Shari was a local Island girl. She settled in Sooke with her husband Edward to raise their family. She loved cheering on her children at their sporting events and took great pride in being their biggest supporter. A lifetime animal lover, Shari surprised...
Douglas Boyd Slater
Apr 23, 2025
Douglas Boyd Slater
November 14, 1930 – April 23, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Boyd Slater, born November 14, 1930, in Vancouver, British Columbia. A devoted husband to Ellena Rae ("Ellie") and a loving father to daughters Heather and Valerie, Doug was a gentle and...
Christopher Andreas Etzel Heppner
Apr 17, 2025
On April 17, 2025, Chris Heppner passed away in Victoria BC, aged 92 years. He is mourned by his daughter Mary (Dan) and grandchildren Hannah and Andrew.
Chris was born in Berlin and moved to England as a young child. Following his undergraduate years at Oxford, he moved to Montreal, where he had a long...

Alexander Matthew Sitnik
Apr 12, 2025
Alexander Matthew Sitnik, born Sept. 7, 1970 in Powell river, B.C. Taken from us in this life on April 12, 2025 in Victoria, B.C. He is survived by his mother, Eleanor MacLean, stepfather Mathew MacLean, his daughter Jade Chin and her mother Carey Chin. Predeceased by his father, Tadeusz Sitnik in 2021. He also leaves to mourn, many aunts,...
Elizabeth (Betty) Ney Watson
Apr 1, 2025
Elizabeth (Betty) Ney Watson - nee McGregor
February 19, 1937 – April 1, 2025
It is with deep sorrow we share that Betty died peacefully on April 1, with her adoring husband by her side.
Betty is survived by Bob, her husband of 67 years, children Linda (Abbe), Moira...
Ronald Jack Johnson
Mar 31, 2025
Ronald Jack Johnson – October 7, 1942 to March 31, 2025
With sadness in our hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Jack Johnson. Ron helped raise two families and will be greatly missed by his loving wife, Sharon, stepchildren, Kim Kissinger, Tannis Termehr, and Gordon Hilder, sons Johnathon and Chris...
Donalda Margaret Walker
Mar 31, 2025
Donalda Margaret Walker (nee Pendergast) was a woman of unwavering faith and love. Born on January 26, CENSORED, in Lipton, SK though she was
always 21 to her children and never aged. Donni was the cherished wife
of James Adair Walker, a devoted mother to Leslie (Darren), Karen (Chris), and Patricia. A grandmother to Matt...
John Keith Thorsborg
Mar 31, 2025
John, a beloved member of the Victoria community, passed away on March 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his family, friends, and the causes he held dear. Born on September 23, 1946, in Duncan, British Columbia, John was the youngest of five children born to Ruth and Svend Thorsborg. His passing has...
Emily Gabriela Maya
Mar 30, 2025
September 13, 1994 – March 30, 2025
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter Emily who left our world suddenly and unexpectedly on March 30, 2025, in Victoria. Emily was a bright light to everyone who knew her. She was a compassionate and vibrant soul whose love...
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