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Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Victoria Times-Colonist; July 22, 2007
Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2007 11:04:43 -0700


Victoria Times-Colonist; Sunday, July 22, 2007
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Obituaries and Guest Books for 7/22/2007
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(Memoriam)
APCAR, Owen Anthony July 22, 1980 April 28, 2002 The seasons change Years
come and go and time is ever new. The only constant in our lives Is always
missing you. Remembering, with love, on your birthday Owen. Love, Dad, Mom,
Melissa and Megan. 390499
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


BAKER, Charles Passed away at his residence surrounded by his family on July
21, 2007. He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 48 years,
Barbara Baker, children Kathryn Baker (Chris), Anne Kiggins and Susan
(Alastair) Westgarth. Ten grandchildren, Jeff, Rob, Kristy, Allison, Jenn,
Katie and Andrew, Harrison, Alexandra and Samantha. He also will be missed
by his many family members and friends. A Memorial Service will be held
Monday, July 23, 2007 at 2:00pm at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725
Falaise Drive with reception to follow. A special thank you to the
Palliative Care team of Victoria. Condolences may be made to:
www.firstmemorialfuneral.com 392251
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


(Memoriam)
BARKER, Antoinette Rosemarie (Anna) 01-01-1952 to 22-07-2006 God gave us you
for just a time, He never really said how long, I guess we thought it would
be forever, To always have your caring ways, and tender smile. But when God
called you back home, Our hearts and soul went into shock, One that we can't
seem to recover, But God has a Master Plan, And we will all be together in
his happy Land. In life you were loved dearly, And though you've gone, we
still love you. They say God called you home, You left us with lessons to be
learned, That you were a golden example Of what life is all about here on
earth, To live to love to forgive to be generous And have faith, love and
hope, For through God all things are possible. By your loving husband,
Richard, and family relations and friends. 384510
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


BLOTT, Murray Passed away peacefully July 18, 2007 after a brief illness.
Born July 31, 1927 in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. Murray is survived by his
loving wife of 58 years, Joyce; daughter, Susan (Bruce); son, Larry;
grandchildren, David, Brian and Kim; and sister-in-law, Eleanor. Murray
worked in the credit department of Woodward's for 38 years. An avid curler,
Murray was a member of the Victoria Curling Club. A Celebration of Murray's
Life to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in
Murray's name would be appreciated to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com . 392034
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 7/21/2007 - 7/22/2007.


BOURCIER, Louis Louis peacefully passed away at Victoria Hospice on July 12,
2007. He will be greatly missed by his family and dear friends. Cremation.
No service by request. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Victoria
Hospice. 392226
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


DINTER, Bernhard Fredrick A. September 24, 1924 July 19, 2007 Bernhard was
born in Ziegenhals, Germany. As a schoolboy he was athletic and competed in
skiing and track and field on the provincial and national level. Drafted
into the German Army in 1942, he saw action with the 14th Panzer Division at
the Russian Front, notably in the Battle of Kursk. He was decorated with the
Iron Cross before he was 20, and attained the rank of Lieutenant. In the
winter of 1945 he was a ski instructor at the US 8th Army Ski School in
Gersfeld. Later he would refer to this stroke of luck as proof that
sometimes the idle pursuits of youth are not completely in vain. Bernhard
took the counsel of his grandmother who urged him to do something really
peaceful after the arduous war experiences and become a gardener, a decision
he did not regret. Working as an apprentice at one of Germany's leading tree
nurseries, he met his future wife Gertrud. They were married in 1950, and
immigrated two years later with their 8 month old son Bernie to Canada's
gardening paradise Vancouver Island. Their daughter Ingrid was born in 1953.
For the next 20 years Bernhard worked as a gardener at Shawnigan Lake
School, a time of good quality of life, personal growth, and many
friendships. In the 1970s, Bernhard resolved to test his entrepreneurial
abilities, where he started the B. Dinter Nursery Garden Center. With the
energetic support of his wife, and the capable help of his son Bernie this
venture turned into a remarkable success. Bernhard went out with his
landscaping crews, until he, in his seventies, was beginning to feel his
age. He continued working at the Garden Center, with a staff of highly
capable longstanding employees, all of whom referred to him as the much
beloved Mr. D." This was still a good creative time, as evidenced by nearly
a thousand garden designs commissioned by clients during the last 15 years,
and there were also countless consultations given daily over the phone or in
his office. These activities were in keeping with his lifelong principle,
that every man should strive to leave this world a better place, and with
his proclaimed mission, to make the Cowichan Valley more beautiful. Looking
back at his life, he would use the horticultural analogy that he had been
derooted by Stalin from his homeland Silesia in 1945, only to strike roots
in Canada and thrive there. Bernhard is survived by his wife of 57 years
Gertrud, son Bernie (Cyndy), granddaughter Tamara, daughter Ingrid of New
York, sister Rosi Rohloff of Sunnyvale, California, many friends and family
around the world. Thank you to the Cowichan District Hospital nursing staff
on 2 South for their compassionate care. A memorial service will be held at
2 p.m. Saturday, July 28 at Shawnigan Lake School Chapel. If you wish, a
donation may be made in Bernhard's name to St. Ann's Garden Building
Project, Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Road, Duncan, BC V9L 5L6 where the
work they do can continue to bloom and grow. 391825
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


(Memoriam)
DRAKER, Bob Beautiful memories, silently kept, Of a wonderful husband I will
never forget. Miss you and love you always, Darlene. 390297
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


FERN, David Seldon October 1, 1925 July 20, 2007 Passed away peacefully at
Mt. Tolmie hospital. Survived by his devoted wife Olive, son David (Turiya),
daughter Lorrie and grandchildren Melissa, Kevin, Chelsea and Jasmine. A
special thanks to all the staff at Mt. Tolmie for their care. Memorial
service will be held on Monday, July 23, 2007 at 11 am at Gordon Head United
Church, 4201 Tyndall Ave, Victoria. Reception in lower hall immediately
following service. In lieu of flowers the family would greatly appreciate
donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Interment at Hatley
Memorial Gardens. 392207
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


JEW, Chun Oi July 1914 July 2007 Passed away peacefully on July 19, 2007.
She leaves behind her children Hong (May), Gloria (Robert) and Jennifer
(Whyte); grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. Chun Oi was a
kind hearted soul who was always there for her family. She had a great zest
for travel, was giving, nuturing, compassionate and loved her plants. Her
infectious smile made her everyone's "Granny". Many grateful thanks to Dr.
Kelly Chu and to the staff at the Victoria Chinatown Care Center for their
thoughtful, attentive and loving care. Visitation for family and friends
Sunday July 22, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Sands Funeral Chapel. Funeral service
at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1803 Quadra Street on Monday, July 23, 2007 at 1:00
PM. Interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to Victoria Chinatown Care Center 555 Herald St., V8W
1S5. 391815
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 7/21/2007 - 7/22/2007.


McGREGOR, Alan Bruce Died suddenly at the age of 39, on July 9, 2007. Al
will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his mother Nadia and his
sister Sandra and husband Gerald Lalancette and their children, Michelle and
Sarah of Port Hope, ON; sister Catharine and husband Richard Fisher, and
their children Jacob and Amanda of Kingston, ON and sister Cari and husband
Derek Stadel and their children Elizabeth and Matthew of Richmond, BC, and
many friends and relatives, predeceased by his father Roderick and partner
Jack Jordan. Cremation has already taken place. Friends and family will be
received at the First Memorial Funeral Services, 1155 Fort Street, Victoria,
BC for the memorial service on Friday, July 27, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.,
reception to follow. Interment, First Memorial Funeral Services' Garden of
Memories, 4725 Falaise Drive. 392236
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


NEX, Nesta Olwyn January 08, 1916 July 16, 2007 Mom was born in Abergavenny,
Wales, and died peacefully in the early morning of July 16, 2007. She goes
to join her dear Bert. As a child she immagrated to the US (Ellis Island)
settling in Spokane and later moving to Victoria. Her hobbies were
gardening, letter writing and baking anything chocolate. She leaves her
loving daughters Sue (Don) Bassett and Mary (Mike) Hannah and son Terry
(Helen) Nex, Predeceased by her son Des (Sheila) Nex, Survived by her
grandchildren: Danny (Sigrid), Susie, Carrie, Katie, Ken, Karen (Justin),
Kevin, Rick (Kim), Don and Mike and greatgrandchildren Joshua, Racquel,
Katie and Sandi, also by her sisters: Gracie and Sue and dear friend Bertha.
The family would like to thank the staff at Central Care Home and Dr.
Shafonski for their tireless care. No service or flowers by request.
TELFORD'S MID-ISLAD MEMORIAL SERVICES 1-866-503-5553 392195
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 7/21/2007 - 7/22/2007.


PALMER, Gerald November 3, 1932 July 12, 2007 Gerry was a very positive,
cheerful man who rarely, if ever, had a bad word to say about anyone. He
will be sadly missed by his cousin Doreen and Rob MacAdam; his very special
friends who were kind and caring about him, Maria and Don Pavan; also his
friends at the Wellesley, and in the James Bay community. The family was
particularly touched by the affection shown him by the staff at the Gorge
Geriatric Holding Unit and the wonderful card they created for him. A short
memorial will be included in the morning service at James Bay United Church
on Sunday, July 29, where he has been a member for 35 years. Flowers
declined. If you care to, please consider your personal charity in Gerry's
memory. 391850
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


TOCHER, Allan Campbell Born December 16th, 1954 in Aberdeen Scotland. It is
with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our brother Allan on July
18th, 2007. He is survived by his sisters Alison Harwood of Coombs and
Christine Tocher of Victoria, nieces and nephews and grand nieces and grand
nephews. At Allan's request there will be no service. In lieu of flowers a
donation could be sent in Allan's name to the Wire Fox Terrier Rescue of the
Puget Sound (he was the BC contact). The rescue address is FTFPS Rescue, c/o
Cheryl Marks, 2216 NE 80th, Seattle WA 98115. 392262
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 7/22/2007.


VAUGHAN, Heather Joyce Born June 24 1957 (Monticello, Indiana) Died July 12,
2007 Heather was a very special woman who remained kind, generous,
respectful, encouraging, gracious and loving in spite of suffering years of
distress and pain from lupus panniculitis. She will be greatly missed and
lovingly remembered by: her partner of 25 years, Mary Fox, who loved her
deeply, and cared for her faithfully over the many years of her long
illness; her parents Joyce and Bob Vaughan; her aunt Margery Vaughan; her
brothers Steve (Peggy) and Greg (Ingrid); her nieces Candace (Matt),
Bethany, Chelsea, and Kelsey; her nephew Brandon; the Fox family; and her
many loving friends. Heather graduated with a BSW from the University of
Victoria in 1983 and went on to work at Parkholm Lodge and the extended care
unit of Chilliwack Hospital. Heather's essential spirituality was enriched
by people, music, art, photography, gardening, and animals. She played a key
role in Mary Fox Pottery, as both business manager and artistic supporter.
Heather lived in Monon (Indiana); Nelson (BC), Lethbridge (AB), Washington
(DC), Edmonton (AB), and Victoria, Chilliwack, Vancouver before settling in
Ladysmith in 1991. A very special thank you to all who were part of
Heather's care team: Dr. E. Fritsch, her home care workers (homies) who gave
her understanding and compassion, the staff at Cowichan Lodge and the
emergency doctors, nurses and aides at Cowichan District Hospital. The
memorial gathering for Heather will be held at Ladysmith Eagles Hall, 921
1st Avenue, on Sunday, July 29 at 1 pm, followed by a reception at Mary and
Heather's home, 321 3rd Avenue, for family and friends. Donations in
Heather's memory may be made to: BC Lupus Society Suite 200 1645 West 7th
Avenue Vancouver BC V6J 1S4 Arrangements confidently assigned to: TELFORD'S
MID-ISLAND MEMORIAL SERVICES (1-866-503-5553) 389937
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 7/20/2007 - 7/22/2007.


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