August 13, 1954 – March 20, 2009

Jacky was born in Epsom, England and, with her daughter Clea, was a long time resident of Salt Spring Island, British Columbia. Jacky died very suddenly and unexpectedly while visiting with her family in Florida.

Jacky was dedicated to preserving the natural ecology of Salt Spring and the marine ecology of the west coast of Canada. She was a member of the Advisory Environment Committee for the Salt Spring Island Trust and worked tirelessly to maintain the sense of community which was so important to Salt Spring life. She was a founding member and unfailing volunteer for several local environmental conservation initiatives. She was one of the founders of Fulford Elementary School’s Nature Club, sharing her fascination with life in the ocean with a generation of school children on Salt Spring.

Jacky, as principal of Jacqueline Booth and Associates, was a highly respected and acknowledged expert in the management of coastal and marine biological resources, consulting to a wide range of federal and provincial government departments and environmental organizations. Jacky was a pioneer in the application of GIS to this science.

Jacky had a great capacity for generosity, and shared all she had unstintingly with those around her. She was always there to help, and her sharp mind and technical expertise were precious island commodities. A devoted mother, daughter, sister and friend, Jacky will be missed greatly by her daughter Clea Booth Mihalik, a student at Gulf Islands Secondary School, her parents Jim and Margaret Booth of Toronto, her sister Gillian and Gillian’s partner Ed, and her nieces Jackie, Maggie and Heather Vandermeulen. She was pre-deceased by her brother John.

Jacky’s life on Salt Spring Island was filled with loyal friends by whom she will always be remembered with love.

A celebration of Jacky’s life will take place on Salt Spring Island and will be announced in an upcoming issue of the Salt Spring Driftwood newspaper.

Condolences may be sent c/o Gillian Booth at gillianbooth@cogeco.ca

(nee Goodrich)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Iris Pattison March 14, 2009 at Kelowna General Hospital.

Iris was born September 26, 1922 on Salt Spring Island, B.C. She will be lovingly remembered by daughter Wendy Remesz, son-in-law John Remesz, grandchildren Ben and Natasha, family and friends. She is predeceased by her husband Pat in 1977, and her sister Ruth Heinekey. She is survived by brother Ken Goodrich of Ottawa.

Iris was born and raised on Salt Spring Island, left the island in 1945, but returned to Vesuvius Bay in 1973 with her family. Iris left the Island again in 2002 to live in Kelowna with Wendy and her family. While on Salt Spring, Iris was well known as a very accomplished seamstress with many Island clients.

We would like to extend a special thanks to the emergency room staff at KGH.  Iris was a gentle spirit whose kindness touched many.

A tea party will be held in her honour May 16, 2009 at 2410 Longhill Rd. Kelowna, B.C.  

April 19, 1946 – March 13, 2009

After a long and valiant battle with multiple types of cancer, George Johan Hume is now at peace and has joined the spirits of the many golf fanatics who have gone on before him.

George was born in Rotterdam and came to Canada with his war bride mother Johanna (Visser) Hume to join his father Arthur Scott Hume in Ontario. He spent many years in the horse racing industry around North America, was a former member of the United Steel Workers of America, and dabbled in several careers during his life – most recently he spent many long and happy hours tending the grounds, attacking broom, enjoying nature’s beauty and (most of all) playing on Blackburn Meadows Golf Course. A celebration of George’s life will be held at Blackburn later in the Spring and in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Pre-deceased by his father and sister Lawrenza, in Ontario, George leaves his beloved daughter Serina Hedley (Paul), mother Johanna, brothers and sisters Marie, Theresa (Mike), Georgina (Robert), Lorraine, Patricia, Roy (Sue) and Arthur, plus his very cherished grandchildren, Kaitlin, Ethan and Sarah, and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. On Salt Spring he leaves behind his loving partner of over 14 years, Anne Williams, his little golfing buddy Atreyu and his little princess Shekinah. He will be sadly missed by their mother and father Sarah Jane Giddy and Kyle Parks, James Giddy of Vancouver, and his many friends on Salt Spring, especially his ‘Blackburn family’, as well as many friends of Bill W. here and in Ontario. Also missing their ‘papa’ are his precious critters – Queenie, Bear, Burton and TiWa.

Many thanks to all who helped George and I along his journey, especially Dr.’s Hansie De Kock and Bob Crossland, all the wonderful and caring nurses and staff at Lady Minto, Sharron McKinnon and the group at Home Nursing Care and the wonderful volunteers at the Bessie Dane Foundation and Hospice, especially Kathleen, Bill and Mark. Blessings to all of you.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Bessie Dane Foundation and Hospice, the Lady Minto Hospital Foundation or to the Blackburn Meadows Junior Golf Program would be greatly appreciated.

March 5, 1963

to March 12, 2009

A Celebration of LIfe for Angela took place

in Baynes Lake on March 22, 2009.

Angela is survived by her mother, Sharon Moseley, father Bill Moseley, siblings Cliff, Heather, Tashika, and Mary Anna, and many nieces, nephews, friends and her dog Boo.

I could not stay another day,

To laugh, to love, to work or play,

Tasks left undone must stay that way.

I’ve now found peace at the end of the day.

If my parting has left a void,

Then fill it with remembered joy.

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;

O yes, these things, I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow.

Look for the sunshine of tomorrow.

age 22 years

passed away suddenly, and by accident, on March 4, 2009, at Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC

Beloved daughter of Lee Dianne Sigmund (Phillips), and Phillip Martin Sigmund of Salt Spring, sister Dean Phillips Sigmund of Lloydminster, AB, and Eric Martin Sigmund of Salt Spring. Edith had family from Ontario, Alberta, the Yukon, California and British Columbia.

Edith was born in the hamlet of Bragg Creek, Alberta, a small foothill community west of Calgary. She moved to Salt Spring as a small child and grew up on the island. Edith graduated from high school through the Phoenix program, thanks to the very special and caring attention of many of the staff there. She then worked for her father, volunteered at the SPCA, and in the past, babysat and cleaned in several households on Salt Spring. In doing this many community members experienced her kind and loving ways. Edith held a special passion for animals, especially those who had been abandoned or were in pain.

The family wishes to thank all of our friends who were extremely kind and caring during our period of grief. Michael Budd came from Calgary, consoled the family, and helped us to restore a sense of order in our house. A special note of gratitude is extended to the Salt Spring RCMP who have been sensitive and supportive during these troubled times. Many, many medical staff at Lady Minto and at Community Services have acted lovingly to help not only Edith but her family. We especially thank Marnie Poole, Dr. Karen Berg, and Dr. Nicholas Sladen-Dew, for persevering to the end.

Donations may be made in Edith’s name to any mental health program that seeks to restore the dignity of the individual and value to the community of those who suffer from mental illness and addiction.

REMEMBERING

NORMAN

Norman Gregory died at his Greenwoods Home February 22, 2009.

Norman’s ashes will be spread at sea on

April 21st at 10:00 a.m.

Please meet at the Kanaka Wharf (water taxi dock) below the Treehouse in town, at 9:50 a.m.

A celebration of Norman’s life to follow at the Harbour House at 11:30 a.m.

Family and friends are invited to come to one or both to share food, drink and stories.