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Robin Clarke
Jun 20, 2025
It is with much regret and sorrow that we share the passing of a warm, caring and generous man. Remaining strong in spirit, he was articulate and humorous until the end. Robin succumbed to heart failure after a brave battle. Robin passed peacefully and with dignity on the afternoon of June 20, 2025 with family by his side. He will...
Madeline Leitch
Jun 14, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Madeline Leontine Leitch (Horning) October 16th, 1947 - June 14th, 2025. Madeline a.k.a. Maddy was predeceased by her husbands, Alan Troughton and William Leitch, her parents, Blanche (Nicholas) and John Horning. She is survived by Kona, her fur baby, and will be dearly missed by loving family and friends....
Shaun Zanolla
May 18, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shaun Angelo Zanolla, who left us on May 18, 2025, at Victoria General Hospital in Victoria, BC, after a courageous battle with Neurofibromatosis Type 2. He was 42 years old. Shaun was born in Orillia, Ontario, to Colleen Janette Duffy and John Thomas Zanolla. Proudly full-blooded Irish on both sides, Shaun carried...
William Buchan
May 13, 2025
BUCHAN, William Alexander “Bud” May 12, 1925 – May 13, 2025 Bud exemplified a long life well lived. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 36 years, Carol; son Robert Buchan (Lorraine) and grandchildren Laura and Allison; son Ralph Buchan and grandchildren Alex, Stephanie and Nicky; daughter Elizabeth McLean and grandchildren Taylor and Nathan; stepson Jeff Owens (Twyla Jensen) and...
Joel Diment
Apr 28, 2025
Joel Ian Diment, December 18, 1993-April 28, 2025. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we release our beloved Son, Brother, Nephew, Cousin and Friend Joel Ian Diment to dance in the Universe with his grandparents Pat, Ian and Lorraine. Joel’s heroes’ journey was cut short by an accidental overdose on April 28th after a lengthy and courageous struggle...
Marguerite Argue
Apr 18, 2025
Marguerite Jo-Anne Argue(nee McLeod) September 14, 1945 - April 18, 2025 Marg, Margie, Mom, Nana, is how many of us knew her. She was predeceased by her parents and her loving husband, Dave. She leaves behind her children, Tina (Tom), Reg(Lisa), Dean (Monica), her sister Dawn (Bob), many nieces and nephews, Amanda (Rob), Jason(Wai), Bobby, Dianna, Valerie, Darryl, Cindy, Jody,...
James Cairns
Apr 9, 2025
James Harris Cairns (1945 - 2025) James Harris Cairns (80), fondly known as Jim (JC, Sir, JimmyJ, Dad, and Papa), of Gillies Bay, BC, died surrounded by his family on April 9, 2025, after a brave battle with cancer. Born January 22, 1945, to Francis and Marie in Vancouver, BC, Jim was the eldest of five children. After graduating from...
Kevin Matthews
Mar 12, 2025
KEVIN LEE MATTHEWS May 25, 1973 – March 12, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Kevin; a beloved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to many. On March 12, 2025, with family by his side, Kevin left behind his legacy of love, compassion, strength and cherished memories. Kevin is survived by...
Jamie Gordon
Mar 9, 2025
Jamie Meredith Gordon passed away March 9, 2025 in Victoria, BC at the age of 47 yrs. due to underlying medical conditions. Everyone knew Jamie for her quick wit and sense of humor. Jamie was always there when someone needed help. She loved the ocean and had a special connection to all animals. Jamie is remembered as a much loved...
Catharine Raig
Mar 6, 2025
Cathy (Catharine) Raig was born July 17, 1956, in Nelson, BC. She passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Cathy was an artistic person, who was always making things, even during her time in long term care. She loved music, gardening, sewing, and cooking. Before her years as a stay at home mom, Cathy got her ECE degree at Uvic....
Cheryl Whittaker
Mar 2, 2025
Cheryl Teresa (Rutledge) Whittaker, May 23, 1948, Victoria, BC Our angel got her wings on March 2, 2025; she has now left this Earth. Cheryl leaves behind her only son, Timothy Whittaker (Anne); 9 sisters; Sandra (deceased), Dawn, Diana, Karin, April, Lorraine, Sherry, Linda and Penny. 2 Granddaughters; Merissa (Jon) and Shay (Cody); 6 Great Grandchildren; Ella, Haleigha, Anna, Jack,...
Laurent Albert
Feb 27, 2025
LAURENT (Larry) JOSEPH ALBERT Jr Passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025 in Victoria. B. C. He is survived by his wife, Patricia and Daughters; Laura (and partner Mark) and Jeanette. Grandchildren; Kimberley (and husband Shaun), Damian (and wife Racheal), Jesiree & Brady. Great-Grandchildren; Mckaela, Kaelynn, Maisie, Davari and Oaklan. Sister Claudette (and husband Richard) & Family. He loved us...
Gary Fowler
Jan 31, 2025
Gary Dale Fowler passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 79, surrounded by family in Victoria, BC. Born in Chipman, NB, Gary spent most of his life in Saint John, NB. A civil engineer by trade, he was a dedicated entrepreneur who built his own construction company from the ground up, establishing himself as a respected businessman...
Derek Thompson
Jan 12, 2025
Derek Gilburn Thompson It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Derek Gilburn Thompson, who left us peacefully, surrounded by love, on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the age of 49. Derek is survived by his parents, Bernie and Sandra Thompson; his beloved wife, Jolene; his children, Josh, Sara, and Julia; his brothers, Jason (Carmel) and Aaron...
Robert Wellard
Jan 5, 2025
Robert William Wellard who left this world January 4th, 2025, was born in Winnipeg January 1947. Bob lived a wonderful life spending part of his youth in England, speaking fondly of his time there with a smile. The greatest love of his life was his wife, Patty. They sailed around Vancouver Island, loving each other and life. He travelled the...
Judith Sinclair
Jan 4, 2025
Judith Anne Sinclair (née Caljouw) October 14, 1937 – January 4, 2025 Judith Anne Sinclair (née Caljouw), aged 87, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, leaving behind a family who loved her. Predeceased by her husband, Robert (Bob) Sinclair, and sister Carolee Peters. Judy is survived by her five daughters: Jeanne Sinclair-Dedels (Tim), Dorothy Murray (Mark), Susan Nagy (Martin),...
Brandon Storey
Dec 16, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Brandon James Storey on December 16, 2024. Brandon was a much-loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. Born with the biggest heart, he touched the lives of everyone who knew him. Cruelly this big heart was born with a coarctation, eventually failing and breaking all ours. Brandon's kindness,...
Peter Nordbruget
Dec 16, 2024
Peter Sivert Nordbruget passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loved ones on Monday Dec 16,2024 in Shawnigan Lake, B.C. Peter was born on April 13,1949 to Betty and Sivert Nordbruget in Vancouver, B.C. He was predeceased by his Parents and two brothers and is survived by his loving wife and daughter, Maureen and Debbie. He is also...
Judith Olson
Dec 9, 2024
Judith Pamela Olson, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and Nana, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Judy is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Jim, and her children, Jill (John), Jevon (Hayley), and Jennifer. Her greatest joy was being a Nana to Josh, Ben, and Talia. She also leaves behind her sister Jane(Nick) and brother Steven(Samantha). A...
Esther Lewis
Dec 6, 2024
Esther Hope Lewis (Nee deCosta, formerly Terpenning) passed peacefully on December 6th, 2024 at the age of 69, after a short illness. Esther was born on July 16th 1955, in Victoria. She loved island life, and Salt Spring Island held a special place in her heart, with many a summer spent enjoying the quiet. She leaves behind her two beloved...
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