March 15, 1952 – December 13, 2009

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of aRA (Rosalie) Miles. aRA passed away in her home sometime on the night of December 13, 2009 in 100 Mile House, BC. aRA is survived by her three children: Tamu, Max and Ola, her mother Sarah, her sister Ruth, her brother Paul and her grandchildren Dustin and Jenna. aRA grew up in Alberta but found herself on the coast in her late teens. Salt Spring has been her home, on and off, for the last 35 years. The people and the land of Salt Spring had a deep impact on who aRA saw herself to be, as well as her visions and dreams for the world. aRA did many things in her life, everything from fishing on seine boats to following spirit in the desert. She had a deep love of life and for the earth and was able to see the core of each person she encountered. aRA believed in the potential of humanity and hoped someday to see that potential expressed. Now she will be watching from the other side. We love you aRA and will never forget your beauty, love and the fire that burned within you.

Ina Lee passed away from

cancer 7 Dec, 2009 on

Salt Spring Island,

British Columbia.

She is survived by her loving partner Mark Wallace

(Salt Spring Island, BC), her mother Mary (Victoria,

BC) and fi ve siblings, Gregor (Caroline, Alberta),

Robert (Hong Kong), Mary (Summerside, PEI),

David (Winnipeg), Barbara (Victoria, BC) as well as

her aunt Harriet (London, Ontario) and cousins Mary

Jane (London, Ontario) and Richard (Hamilton,

Ontario). Ina received much pleasure in being an aunt

to: Clio, Zoe and Nathan (London, England), Malorie

and Megan (Summerside, PEI), Celia, William and

Matthew (Victoria BC).

Ina was born into a military family on 11 March, 1954

in London Ontario. After basic schooling in many

Canadian locales and overseas she fi nished a degree

in art history at University of Toronto. Ina supported a

lifelong passion for painting by teaching as far afi eld

as China and PEI before her recent return to the west

coast.

The family would like to thank Dr. Reznick and the

nursing staff of the palliative unit at Lady Minto hospital

on Salt Spring Island for the warm and professional

care devoted to Ina while she was in their hands.

In lieu of fl owers, donations to the Lady Minto hospital

(palliative unit) would be appreciated.

As the days get longer we invite all who knew Ina to

please come and share your remembrances of her

and to raise a glass in her memory, at ‘The Point

Gallery’, South Ridge Dr., Salt Spring Island. April 17,

2010, from 12:00 on R.S.V.P. Mark 250 653 9518, or

Barb 250 294 2028.

October 28, 1925 – November 17, 2009

Our family is mourning the loss of a very special and greatly loved man. Dal passed away peacefully at his favourite place on earth, his seaside home on Salt Spring Island, surrounded by those he loved. As with all challenges set before him over the years, he faced the final one with a brave heart and fighting spirit. Dal leaves the love of his life for 64 years, wife Joan and beloved family, daughter Heather and son-in-law Jim Wild, daughter Sonia, son Chris and daughter-in-law Jacquie, daughter Linda and son-in-law Tom Unger, cherished grandchildren Kristin and Kyra Wild, Vanessa and Wyatt Unger, Allison Ingram and infant great-grandson, Dallas Ingram. Dal is survived by sisters Gail Moss (Roy), Valerie Screaton (John); sisters-in-law Darryl Ingram, Dorothy Ingram; nieces, nephews and lastly, his faithful golden retriever, Goldie. Born in Vancouver of Norwegian and Scottish/Irish ancestry, Dal spent his early years in Alberni and later in Steveston. A gifted athlete, he excelled at everything from basketball to cycling but was best known as a champion high-jumper. At age 18 he enlisted with the RCAF where his exceptional night vision was first recognized along with his remarkable marksmanship. Dal’s dream was to be a pilot but the war ended and he returned to the coast. In 1946 he met Joan (née Sileck) and in 1948 they married and began their life together. Dal spent the next 50 years in the fishing industry, working the treacherous coastal waters from the 49th parallel to Alaska, and great distances beyond the west coast of Vancouver Island. His vessel, the “Heather Isle” was the last commercial wooden seiner to be built at Matsumoto Shipyards in North Vancouver. A seaworthy vessel that travelled the coast year-round, it was considered one of the most photographed and painted boats on the coast. Dal designed and pioneered drum seining and the self-pursing winch, early indicators of his creative abilities that would continue to fascinate us over the years. His knowledge of BC’s coast was immense and well-respected in the industry and he was honoured with a Certificate of Service as a Fishing Master for a vessel over 25 tons. But, more than anything, we are most proud of the lives he saved at sea and for always bringing the crew safely home. A man’s man, courageous, generous and kind, we will miss his fabulous sense of humour and unique way of putting his own spin on things, turning the most mundane event into something exciting and fun. Dal’s love for his family was unconditional and we are all better people for being under his mighty wing. We wish to sincerely thank Dr. Robert Crichton, Dr. David Stuart, the palliative care nurses, the Salt Spring Island ambulance crews, and Lady Minto Hospital for the extraordinary care given to Dal, and the sensitive support extended to our family while we cared for him at home. We have been deeply touched by the landslide of cards, gifts and phone calls since Dal’s passing, a true reflection of a life well-lived. The family is honouring his request that no service or memorial be held. On the evening of his passing, Jim and Chris fired his shotguns from the deck, a truly fitting salute to our beloved captain.

Heading home for Christmas

Tree lashed to the mast

Brave the sea and bring the catch

Our Captain, home at last

But then the sea was silenced

As golden moonbeams fell

To light the passage one more time

Oh Captain, fare-thee-well.

Sonia

We love you Dad

A.M.I.C.E, P.Eng.

 On November 13th 2009, Ken passed away in the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria. He is survived by his wife Jean, daughter Jennifer and son Robin, sisters-in-law Yolande Williams (Nice, France) and Phyllis Kennedy (Hamilton, New Zealand).

Ken was born in Abbey Wood, Kent, England in 1920. He grew up and was schooled in London where as an adolescent he sang in St. James choir and became a King Scout.

Ken volunteered for Military Service in 1940 and by the age of 25 had attained the rank of Major in the Royal Engineers. Part of the D Day invasion, Ken and the men under his command served on the front line constructing airfields and reestablishing transportation links destroyed by the retreating German army.

After VE Day, Major Williams remained in Northern Germany through 1946 supervising German prisoners of war and civilians on infrastructure, restoration and construction projects. For his dedication and compassion Ken received numerous commendations and bronze oak leaves for being Mentioned in Dispatches

Ken trained and attained his Civil Engineering degree in London.  As an Engineer with John Mowlem Construction, major projects he was involved in were the London Underground Bakerloo line, Battersea Power Station and restoration of the Houses of Parliament.

Ken married Jean Walker in 1951. Ken, Jean and three year old Jennifer emigrated to Vancouver in 1956. Two years later Robin was born at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver.

Ken designed and built their house in West Vancouver where they lived for the next 37 years. While in West Van Ken was active in the community youth band and scouting.

Well known in the building trades and construction industry, Ken was heavily involved with building of British Columbia’s bridges, most notably in Nelson and Revelstoke in the 1960’s. An active member of the B.C. Construction Labour Relations Association Ken was respected by both management, colleagues and the labour representatives at Ironworkers local 97.

Ken’s final projects were the coal loading facilities at Roberts Bank, Tsawwassen and in Prince Rupert for Japanese heavy Industry giant Ishikawa Jima Harima.

Retiring in 1986, Ken and Jean spent their time between their houses in the Okanagan and West Vancouver, taking the time to travel extensively.

Ken and Jean moved to Salt Spring in 1996 where Ken began his next big project designing and building his castle, the house on Arnell Way.

Ken remained fully independent to the end and was often seen in Ganges driving his silver smart car.

Admired and respected, this decorated officer, builder, husband and father will be deeply missed.

The family wishes to thank Dr. James White, Carol and Sue, Drs. Caroline Stigant, Stone and Jenkins and the staff of W3 at Royal Jubilee Hospital.

A memorial service will be held at All Saints By The Sea Anglican church on Thursday, November 26th at 2:00 pm with reception to follow immediately after at 130 Arnell Way. All friends are invited.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Lady Minto Hospital.

(nee Kuzma)

April 17, 1914 –

November 7, 2009

It is with great sadness we announce that Mary, at the age of 95 and after a lengthy illness, passed away peacefully at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

Mary was a loving and devoted wife to her late husband Gordon (1914 – 1981). 

She is survived by her sons Robert (Kathy), Bryon, Glenn (Dennis) and Alan as well as her brother

Mike (Jay) and many other members of the MacGregor, Kuzma and Syroid families.

Mary was well known for her kindness, generosity, free spirit and special love of gardening.  She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by many.

The family would like to express our deep appreciation to Dr. Trottershaw as well as the many caregivers and volunteers who were so

helpful and caring to Mary.

A celebration of both Mary and Gordon’s lives will be held on December 5, 2009

from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Shoal Center,

10030 Resthaven Drive in Sidney, B.C.

In lieu of flowers or donations,

the family asks you plant a rose in Mary’s memory.