FLORITTO, DIANA
Diana passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008 on Salt Spring Island. She will always be remembered by her loving husband Rino, children Rob, Lisa and Elaine, other family members and friends. At Diana’s request there will be no service. No flowers by request.
January 7, 1941 – October 3, 2008
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Val at our home on Salt Spring Island in the loving care of her family after a short but valiant battle with cancer. Val is survived by Peter Ian, her husband of 44 years and friend for 58 years, her sons Peter Benjamin (Aneesa), Guy Christopher (Jody) and Jonathan Mark (Michelle), and grandsons Jeremy and Charlie, her sister Rosemary (Robert) and many cousins in the UK.
Val was born and educated in Northampton, England and after attending college obtained her teaching degree. Children were the principle focus in Val’s life. She loved and respected each one of them and they loved her in return. After a career in four schools in England, Val and Peter emigrated to Canada in 1966 where they raised their sons and lived in Edmonton, Calgary and Salt Spring Island. Val relished her life and was always thankful for what it offered, referring to it as a “big adventure”. She will be sadly missed by us all.
The family wishes to acknowledge and sincerely thank everyone involved in her care over the course of her illness including the professional care of her Doctors DeKock, Crossland, Weinerman and Lim, the home nursing support team, community home care and the pastoral care of Rev. Dr. Kim Murray. We would also like to recognize the numerous friends from All Saints Church, Admiral Lodge and the rest of the islanders who helped out with their many gifts of love, support, flowers and food, etc. This kindness will always be remembered. A memorial service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, Ganges, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10th.
JANUARY 24, 1950 –
SEPTEMBER 27, 2008
Gone too soon
Jack was a man of boundless energy and determination who enthusiastically embraced life and all its adventures with a sense of curiosity and wonder. With his unfailing positive spirit and caring manner, he touched many people in his various roles of teacher, paramedic, coach, athlete, sailor and pilot. An avid tennis player, Jack treasured his many friends in the Salt Spring Tennis Association and could often be seen riding to the tennis courts on his motorbike with a racquet in his backpack.
He leaves his loving wife, Sharon Bond, and cherished sons: Keith and David, who will miss him more than words can tell. He also leaves his sisters Patricia (Richard) and Jan (John), brothers Stan, Dan (Charlene) and Russ (Linda), his uncle Clifford Libby, aunt Jessie Weeks, father in-law and mother in-law Frank and Norma Bond, sisters in-law Barb (Ray) and Jan (Lance), many cousins, nephews, nieces and countless friends. Jack was predeceased by his parents John and Kathleen Barclay, his sister, Carol Perry, sister in-law Carol Goulet and his beloved Grandma Hicks.
Our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, colleagues and students who have shown their support in so many ways over the past two years and also to all the health care workers whose compassionate professionalism meant so much.
In Jack’s memory, please consider a random act of kindness and a donation to the charity of your choice. All are welcome to a service of remembrance at the Community Gospel Church on Saturday, October 4 at 2:30 p.m.
May the sea of heaven be smooth
and the sun never set.
January 10, 1944 – September 24, 2008
In the comfortable setting of her seaside home, with family and dear Ontario friends, Sharon and Sandy Tibbs at her side, Woodrina, (Woody, Woo) passed away. She was predeceased by her natural mother Irene Hughes (nee Strange) at an early age and later by her parents W.W. Hughes and Margaret Hughes (nee McVey) and step-brother John Vance of Fort Frances, ON. She is lovingly remembered by her adoring husband and best friend, Richard Dick of Salt Spring Island, BC; sisters: Sandra (nee Hughes) and Jack Walkey of Vermilion Bay, ON; Tammy Hughes and Daniel Ring of Richmond, BC; nieces and nephews: Jason and Jennifer Walkey and sons Vance and Rhys of Winnipeg, MB; Andrea (nee Walkey) and Clint Weiss and son, Jack of Thunder Bay, ON; Amanda Ring of Richmond, BC; and many, many wonderful friends around North America.
Woodrina’s early childhood was spent in Winnipeg, MB. Once she moved with her family to Fort Frances, she attended Robert Moore School. As a graduate of Fort Frances High School, she started her career in the Canadian Navy in Halifax in 1962. She subsequently worked in Ottawa, Bermuda, and Toronto in various government roles. Her professional career culminated as a Canadian Customs Inspector in Fort Frances and the surrounding lake ports. Sand Point Lake was one such special spot for Woodrina as many friends reside there. Woodrina and Richard retired to their dream island retreat on Salt Spring Island in 2004 so that their wish to live on the water would be a reality. As she said, “It is a blessing beyond measure to live near the sea.” As part of her island life, she renewed her love of dancing and became a trainer at “Curves” and made friendships that she cherished with the “Curves girls”.
Woodrina always had a passion for animals. She was devoted to selecting, training, and caring for numerous pets as companions for herself and Richard, friends and family. We know that her purse always had a corner for the dog cookies.
Woodrina touched the lives of many people wherever she went. With her genuine interest in people and their lives, her generous and caring spirit endeared her to many as a “special mother” to some and as a friend to all. She was a wonderful woman who was able to cross generational boundaries with ease. She was on the leading edge of trends and known to her friends and family for her ability to accessorize an outfit or a room.
At her request, there will be a gathering of friends to remember her on Salt Spring Island and in North West Ontario at dates in the future.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society for the advancement of research for a cure.
Nov. 13, 1936 – Sept. 19, 2008
Passed away at Lady Minto
Hospital with her family at
her side. Betty moved to Salt
Spring Island in 1975 with
her husband and children.
She embraced her new
community by working
actively with the Farmers’
Institute and was also a very
active member with the Lady
Minto Hospital Auxiliary Thrift
Shop. Survived by her loving
husband of 52 years, Dennis,
her children Terry (Sharon),
Beth Cornwall (Lewis), Mark
(Maureen), Robert (Lisa),
David (Wendy), and several
grandchildren and great
grandchildren. Special
thanks to Dr. Jan MacPhail,
the staff of the Lady Minto
Hospital, the Bessie Dane
Foundation and Hospice,
and all those in the
community who supported
our family during this
diffi cult time. There will be a
tea service to celebrate
Betty’s life at the Royal
Canadian Legion, Meaden
Hall, on Wed. Sept 24 at
2:30 p.m. In lieu of fl owers,
if you wish to make a
charitable donation in her
memory, please consider the
Lady Minto Hospital Auxiliary
It is with deep sorrow, we announce the passing of beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Katherine Lautenslager, on September 14, 2008.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of fifty-five years Arnold and her children, Rick (Laurie) Lautenslager, Jane (Greg) Hicklin, and Greg Lautenslager (David Webb); as well as grandchildren, Jaclyn, Aaron, James and Dana.
Katherine lived a very full life, travelling extensively to all corners of the world and especially enjoyed her cruises and trips to Europe, DisneyWorld and South Africa. She found beauty in simplicity, such as her love for nature, animals, music and dancing. Katherine’s unconditional love and guidance given to her children will be missed and forever treasured.
A family Memorial Service will be held on Salt Spring Island, a place Katherine held dear to her heart. Family and friends can honour Katherine’s selfless generosity, through memorial contributions to a charity most meaningful to the donor. To email expressions of sympathy: heritage@hffs.com, subject heading: Katherine Lautenslager.
Jacqueline Tranter passed away on September 11th at home in the company of family and friends.
She was truly a remarkable woman and will be greatly missed by many.
September 9, 1929 to September 7, 2008
Passed away quietly in her home at 11:17 on Sunday, exactly the way she wanted it to be. She is survived by her five living children plus three grandkids, all of whom adored and loved her immensely.
Enid, along with her parents (Lil & Frank Nicholls, both deceased) lived very full and wonderful lives on this gorgeous island.
Her family wish to tell all of her and their many friends how very much their lives were fulfilled & enriched just by knowing you all.
God Bless You
June 3, 1927 – September 3, 2008.
Died peacefully, at Lady Minto Hospital, surrounded by his family. Survived by his loving wife Ila?Mae, children Karen (Warren), Ken (Carolyn) and Patti (Rory), grandchildren Kristi, Graham, Turner, Emilie, Miranda and James, brother David and sister Ailsa Pearse.
Ron graduated from the University of Washington Dental School in 1952. He practised dentistry in North Vancouver for 37 years. He was a man of the sea, cruising up and down the B.C. Coast to Skagway. Ron was an enthusiastic predicted log racer, winning Skipper of the Year 9 out of 10 years.
From Ron, September 1, 2008:
“I was dealt a very good hand. I lived in nice houses, owned yachts and boats and dinghies, but more importantly I practised a profession that I truly enjoyed. Even more importantly, I had some very good and loyal friends.
“To have a great hand, you have to have 4 Aces, and I did. The Ace of Diamonds would be Karen. If you want something, she’ll get it for you – top of the line, but she’ll get it. The Ace of Clubs would be Ken, who really is a better fisherman than me, though he never lets on. The Ace of Spades would be Patti. If you want a hole dug for a tree, or the prawn traps brought in, she’s the one to do it. The Ace of Hearts, of course, would be Ila?Mae. She gives so much, cares so much, makes our life come together. She never finds anything too much trouble.
“The gate has opened, and I must go. God bless and good bye.”
A celebration of Ron’s life will be held in late December; details to follow. No flowers by request.
March 25, 1958 – August 31, 2008
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kim Reinholdt (50), suddenly and unexpectedly, while enjoying the company of good friends.
Predeceased by his father Per, brother Peter, mother Kirsa & stepfather Arnold. Kim is survived by his wife Charlene, nephews Tor and Reid, a number of relatives in Denmark, his extended family at BC Ferries, many close friends, and Rocket.
Kim was born March 25, 1958 in Duncan to Per and Kirsa Reinholdt. After graduating from Shawnigan Lake School, Kim moved to Victoria, played rugby and worked aboard the Department of Fisheries vessel Tanu.
Kim dabbled in real estate before returning to the sea with BC Ferries. A lover of music, fishing and golf, Kim loved life on Salt Spring Island. Kim was proud of his job as Chief Officer on the Howe Sound Queen. He called his crew Mike Oswell, Chris Abbott & Sue Coles-Nash, his family.
“As it was in the beginning (One Love!)
So shall it be in the end (One Heart!)”
A celebration of Kim’s life will be held Friday, September 12 at St. Peter’s Anglican Church of Quamichan, 5800 Church Rd., Duncan, B.C. Email messages may be forwarded to sdmilne@shaw.ca
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