June 9, 1916 –

February 22, 2009

He leaves his daughter, Pat, grandchildren Karen (Rob), Kathy (Gerry), Daniel (Katja), nine great-grandchildren, sister Dody, brother-in-law George, nephews Greg and Robin. Predeceased by his son Dougie in 1959 and wife Florence in 1975.

Norman was born in Winnipeg and moved to Vancouver as a child. He left school early to help support his family, but continued learning by taking business courses, cooking classes and flying lessons. He was also a talented pianist. During his working years he was manager supplying parts for logging equipment companies throughout B.C. After retirement he led a full life travelling the world and making many friends along the way. He moved to his beloved Salt Spring in 2001 where his great humour and gentle manner touched so many.

Norman’s family would like to thank the many people who helped make his life on Salt Spring so happy: Deb and dogs and the wonderful caregiving team at Kingfisher and The Bessie Dane Foundation for your compassion and quiet presence in his has last days.

We are so grateful to the Greenwoods Group/Staff, Husband of staff (Brad) and resident cats (Smokey and Patches) for making it so easy for Norman to call Greenwoods home and treating him as the special person he was.

You laughed at his jokes, sang and danced with him, you made it possible for Norman to die peacefully, with dignity and in his Greenwoods home. Thank you so much.

Norman’s ashes will be spread at sea

at a later date.

April 6, 1927

to Feb. 18, 2009

Jim was a “gentle, genteel” man.

He peacefully passed away after a full and rewarding life.

He will be sadly missed by his wife of 60 years, Lillian, and his sister Toots.

Predeceased by his son Donald. He is survived by his loving daughters Donna, Debby, Dianne and grandchildren Cori, Lori, Graham, Amy, Tyler and he was “GG Pa” to MacLean, Ella and Wyatt. Best friends Ross, Don E. and Lyle and devoted pet Skipper.

A celebration of life will be held on May 16, 2009

at the Brinkworthy Community Hall from 1 – 3:00pm.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Lady Minto Hospital Foundation, 135 Crofton Rd., Salt Spring Island BC V8K 1T1

On Feb 13th in the early morning hours, Gordon Scarff passed away in the Lady Minto Hospital on

Salt Spring Island at the age of 93 years. He was born in Dauphin, Manitoba on July 2nd, 1915. After

many years of logging and milling on North Pender, Gordon arrived on Saltspring in 1962 to begin

his newly formed company, Scarff Equipment Ltd. For many years, Gordon wielded machinery and

equipment on all parts of the Island, working cooperatively with the provincial government and local

municipalities on roads, water and sewer lines and many other projects where his backhoes and

other equipment could be put to use. There is a Scarff Lane near Ganges, named after him as a tribute

to his contributions to the road and housing infrastructure of Salt Spring Island as we know it today.

Gordon trained for his private pilots licence in the Spring of 1973 and on May 18th of that year he

took his fi rst solo fl ight in a Cessna 150.

Gordon is survived by his daughters Dr. Carol Scarff of Kelowna, BC and Audrey Shaw of Victoria BC;

grandchildren, Dr. Ronald Seatter and Donald Seatter of Ottawa, ON, Eugene Seatter of Vancouver,

BC, Amanda Clark of Lacombe, AB, Robert Shaw and Emily Madeline Shaw of Victoria, BC; and sister

Florence Harris of San Marcos, California. He also leaves behind fi ve great-grandchildren, namely

Brandon, Brooklynn and Jayde Seatter of Ottawa, ON; Tessa Virley O’Connor and Madeline Virley

Seatter of Ottawa, ON.

Gordon is predeceased by his wife, Madeline Ayers Scarff; his parents, Susan Rothwell Scarff and

David A. Scarff; and fi ve siblings, Clara, Geordie, Evelyn, Edwin and Harold.

In lieu of a memorial service a private family wake was held at

Gordon’s favourite haunts on the Island in order to celebrate his life

through storytelling, laughter and tears. The interment will take place at

the Garden of Devotion, Hatley Memorial, Victoria, BC at a later date.

Those inquiring of a way to offer condolences to the family and honour

Gordon’s life are encouraged to give a donation in his name to the

Canadian Cancer Society.

Our Father’s approach to life was enthusiastic, bold,

and full of song!

Sincerely submitted, Carol & Audrey

May 25, 1916 to February 12, 2009

Ken passed away February 12, 2009 in the Lady Minto Hospital, Salt Spring Island. Ken was born May 25, 1916 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He will be sorely missed by Noreen (nee MacRitchie), his loving wife of 66 years, daughter Maureen (Peter Rowell), son Reed and grandson Patrick.

Ken was raised in Vancouver where he attended Kitsilano School, and was active in the Maraloma Sports Club. After Ken left the armed service he joined Chevron Canada, was transferred to Prince George in the early 50’s as Sales Engineer for Northern BC, and retired from their Vancouver office in 1981. Later in life he continued his love of sports by becoming a member of the newly-formed Hollyburn Winter Club where curling became his passion.

In retirement Ken and Noreen left West Vancouver for Ladner, then moved to French Creek on Vancouver Island. Ken’s love of fishing took him to the waters of Pender Harbour looking for “the biggest fish ever” and upon retirement, they enjoyed golfing the beautiful courses of Vancouver Island. Three years ago Ken and Noreen moved to Salt Spring Island’s Meadowbrook to be near family.

The family would like to thank Dr. Malherbe, Home Care Nurses and the staff of the Lady Minto Hospital for all their care, help and understanding during his illness. Ken was a prince of a man who enriched the lives of all who knew him.

Born September 28, 1915, Jack passed away on February 2, 2009

after a full and rewarding life. He will be greatly missed by his wife Alice

and children John (Jandi), Richard (Sarah), Pamela (Drew) and Bruce

(Catherine). Grandfather to: Graham, Lisa, John Campbell, Alicia, Richard,

Laura, Adam, Elizabeth, Jean, Claire and Anya. Great Grandfather to:

Amelia, Wyatt and Felix.

Jack was born and raised in Victoria and attended South Park Elementary

and Victoria High schools. His career with the Royal Trust in Victoria

spanned four decades. During World War II Jack served in the Royal

Canadian Navy as a navigator on the corvette HMCS Calgary escorting

convoys across the North Atlantic.

Jack and Alice were both born in Victoria and enjoyed the company of

their life-long friends, many of whom gathered to celebrate their sixtieth

wedding anniversary in 2002. Jack was an avid sportsman playing soccer,

basketball and tennis in his early years. He later devoted many hours to

refi ning his golf game, square dancing and bridge skills. He continued to

play tennis into his eighties. His friendship, positive outlook and sense of

humour will be long treasured and remembered.

No fl owers please. Funeral service to be held at All Saints by the Sea,

Ganges, Salt Spring Island on Saturday, February 14 at 2PM. Reception

to follow in the church hall. Yes, it is Valentine’s Day, but then Dad was a

real sweetheart.