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From: Dennice Goudie <>
Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Victoria Times-Colonist; July 01, 2007
Date: Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:57:29 -0700


Victoria Times-Colonist; Sunday, July 01, 2007
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Obituaries and Guest Books for 7/1/2007
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ANDREWS, Mary Morrison (nee Marshall) Born 1914 in Glasgow, Scotland, died
peacefully June 24, 2007. She was predeceased by her husband, John Robert
Andrews of South Shields, England. She leaves her daughter Gail Andrews,
sister Betty Sharp, her nieces, nephews and her sister's grandchildren. Mary
resided in Danville, Quebec and worked for Johns Manville in Asbestos,
Quebec until she came to Victoria in 1977. She worked part time at the Old
England Inn. She was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church on Richmond Road
until she became too ill to attend. We will all miss her kind sweet
sensitive nature and her caring concern for others. We all loved her so
much. We would like to thank the nurses and doctors at the Palliative care
at the Royal Jubilee. I would also like to thank Dr. Inman. No funeral by
request. I love you Mom and Dad, I am glad you are now together. 383631
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 6/29/2007 - 7/2/2007.


CRAIG, Violet (Nee Gill) Peacefully on June 17, 2007 in Victoria, at the age
of 86 years. Born in her own home on Dupplin Road in Victoria, she was
predeceased by her first husband, Thomas Craig in 1944, serving overseas and
her second husband, Angus Craig in 1967. She is survived by her children,
Karen Matthews, Mark (Vicki), Colleen (Stan) and Barry (Mary); her
grandchildren, Leah (Troy), Mike, Dean (Claire), Kyle, Michael and Steven;
her great-grandchildren, Cody, Calen and Taylee and Dakota; her sister,
Doreen Myers; nieces, nephews and their families. Mum's passions were her
gardens, the Beaches of Qualicum and Parksville. Thanks and goodbye to all
the great people she shared moments with at Tillicum Mall. Our mother
conquered all the challenges that came into her life and dedicated her life
and sacrificed all for her children. We will never forget you. The family
wish to thank all the staff of Victoria General Hospital, ICU for their care
and compassion. A Celebration of Mum's life will be held at SEQUOIA GARDENS
MEMORIAL, 4665 Falaise Drive on Friday, July 6th at 1:00 p.m. followed by a
reception. Flowers are gratefully declined; tributes, if desired, may be
made to the Heart Fund or to the B.C. Lung Association. Condolences may be
offered at www.mccallbros.com 382110
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 6/30/2007 - 7/2/2007.


HORNE, Leslie Esmond RCNVR, FRCS(C) September 9, 1918 June 25, 2007, at
Victoria, B.C. Born in Victoria, son of William Henry Horne and Joan
Margaret Stevenson. Survived by son Rolfe (Deirdre Rice), Victoria;
daughters Leslie (Greg Weber), Vancouver, and Peggy, Toronto; grandchildren
Liam and Christopher Horne, Ben Weber, Jesse Mykolyn, Ashley Perkins and
Marshall Horne; brother Ian and sister Dafeny, Victoria; stepchildren
Christopher and Dennis Trumpy and Pamela Cecco. Predeceased by wife Margaret
Rolfe Seaborne (1966), son Ian (1999), sister Peggy and brothers Edgar,
Harold, and Derek, as well as Shirley Horne and stepdaughter Alison
Bodinetz. Remembered by sisters-in-law Noela Harvie, Toronto and Anne
Thomsen (and Poul), Wolfville, N.S., nieces and nephews across Canada, and
Maureen Haddow, Montreal. Es attended Victoria College and the University of
Alberta before serving with the RCNVR during WWII. He was commander of the
HMCS Halifax from September 1944 to December 1945. He met Margaret in
Liverpool, N.S., during a ship's refit, and they married in 1944. After the
war, Es and Margaret lived in Toronto, where he continued his medical
studies and completed his specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology. In
1954, the family took up residence in Victoria, Es' beloved native city. Es
practiced medicine there for four decades. An avid sailor and builder of
boats from childhood, Es was a past Commodore of the Royal Victoria Yacht
Club. His respect for and knowledge of the sea were immense. Thanks to the
staff at Broadmead, especially Julie, and to Dr. Alec Walton and the staff
at RJH. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to World Vision Canada (
www.worldvision.ca ). A tribute to Es will be held at the Royal Victoria
Yacht Club, 3475 Ripon Road, Victoria, on Sunday, July 8 at 1 p.m.
Refreshments to follow. 385350
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 6/30/2007 - 7/2/2007.


ROBINSON, Jean Annie (nee Duncan) In hospital in Ottawa on Tuesday, June 26,
2007 in her 95th year, with family by her side. Daughter of the late Kenneth
Duncan and Agnes (Paterson) Duncan. Beloved wife of the late Dr. S.C.
(Binks) Robinson and dear mother of Judy Billingsley (Andy) and the late Jan
Robinson. Loving grandmother of Rob (Hilary Myron) and Kate Billingsley
(Mike Leach) and devoted greatgrandmother of Ngaire and Finn Leach. She will
also be missed by her sister Dorothy Schuthe, her nephews, niece and their
families. Predeceased by her sister Kayh Jacques. Jean spent happy
retirement years in Sidney B.C. (1973-2002) where she enjoyed the company of
many old and new friends and relatives before moving back to Ottawa to be
close to her expanding immediate family. We remember her kindness,
thoughtfulness, generosity and independent spirit. The funeral service was
held in Ottawa, Friday, June 29th, 2007. Interment will be at Holy Trinity
Church, North Saanich, at a later date. Those wishing may make memorial
donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
385455
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 6/30/2007 - 7/2/2007.


WELCH, Luella May (nee McKnight) Born Dec. 4 1923 in Ponteix, SK passed away
peacefully on Jun. 24 2007 at Saanich Peninsula Hospital. She is survived by
her husband of 53 years Wishart Welch, son Ron (Tammy) Welch, daughter Cindy
(Kim) Arnold, grandsons, Robert, Clinton, Jason & Cameron, her siblings
Harold (Winona) McKnight, Eldon (Pat) McKnight, Audie (Elden) Hoffman and
many other family and friends. She was the anchor of our family and always
offered unconditional love. Her generosity, gentle spirit, and graceful
presence will be deeply missed. A special thanks to the staff of the Saanich
Peninsula Palliative Care Unit for the loving care she was surrounded with.
As Lue requested, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, a donation
may be made to the Victoria Hospice and Palliative Care Foundation, 1510
Fort St., Victoria, BC, V8S 5J2. 385299
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 6/30/2007 - 7/2/2007.

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