Emma Mae Dawson

(nee Olson)

March 14, 1936 – June 11, 2014

Emma passed away peacefully with family at her side on June 11th.  Emma was born and grew up on a farm in Peardonville, lived in Newfoundland and Montreal before retiring to Saltspring Island.  Emma was a potter and loved to garden and cook.  She will be much missed.  Survived by her loving husband Bill, daughter Cathy (Gary), son Bill (Lori), grandsons Alex and Jack.  Also survived by her sisters Eda, Freda (Joe), Grace, Alice (Larry) and brother Jim (Janet).  A service for family was held on Tuesday, June 17th at Royal Oak Burial Park in Victoria.

James Covington Spencer known to all his friends as “Jim” died on Monday, June 9, 2014 at the age of 84. Jim and his wife Eva retired to Salt Spring Island in 1990 and began an active volunteer life. Jim was an honorary life member of the Salt Spring Island Sailing Club and was active in various capacities including a term as Commodore. Up until his death, Jim was an active member of the Salt Spring Emergency Program and the Salt Spring Amateur Radio Club (Ham radio).  Jim was also a lifetime member of the Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce in recognition of his many years of service at the Visitor Information Centre.

Jim was a passionate sailor, Ham radio operator and photographer.  He excelled at photos of local birds. He built and raced several sailboats over the years and at one time could be seen travelling around Salt Spring on his motor scooter.

Jim was born in Springside, Saskatchewan. He grew up in Chilliwack and Vancouver B.C. where he graduated from Kitsilano High School and attended UBC. In Vancouver, he worked as a lighting engineer for General Electric for many years and served a term as Chairman of the British Columbia Section of the Illuminating Engineering Society. Later in his career, he and his partners formed Specified Lighting Services and did business in Vancouver and Victoria.

Jim leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Eva Spencer as well as: two sons, Brian (Carrie) and Steven (Melanie); five grandchildren, Hayley (Paul), David (Krista), Adam, Timothy, and Jamie; and his big sister Patricia Brandlmayr, nieces and nephews.

A reception for Jim’s friends and family will be held at the Salt Spring Island Public Library, 129 McPhillips Avenue in Ganges on Sunday, July 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. 

Tributes in Jim’s honour may be sent to Lady Minto Hospital Foundation  www.ladymintofoundation.com

On 24 May 2014 Lillian succumbed, with her daughter Felicity and “her Angel” Sandi Muller, care co-ordinator at Heritage House at her side. Born Dec. 18, 1923 her fierce independence, humour and grace persisted during the long road until her final moments. Pre deceased by her husband James Grant 2005 and survived by her daughters Felicity (Tony) Robinson and Jane (Chris) Whitehurst, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Appreciation is extended to the amazing people involved in her care and support of the family, during this long and arduous battle – Dr Reznik and Jean, the Palliative team, staff at Lady Minto, the residents and staff at Heritage Place, and last but not least, dear Sandi – her “Angel” who exceeded any expectations imaginable. There will be no service by request. Lillian feared the stories that would be spun about her colourful life!!

Her ashes will be scattered in the Mendip Hills, Somerset, a peaceful serene location.

August 10, 1924 – May 21, 2014

Joy Lovella Hamilton born August 10, 1924 at International Falls, Minnesota, died May 21, 2014 at Duncan BC.

Beloved and loving daughter, wife mom, grandma and great grandma, Joy Lovella Hamilton, with her son and grandson by her side, slipped quietly away to begin her next journey the evening of May 21,2014 at Duncan BC.

Predeceased by her parents, Hilma and Hillary Thompson, infant brother David and little sister Ardelle. Also going before her, the love of her life, Croal (Fuzzy) Hamilton who has been waiting patiently for her since November 1989. Mom is survived by her most precious sons and their spouses, Robert (Linda), Roger (Lorri) and Brent (Nancy).

Grandma will leave wonderful memories with Scott (Tara), Todd (Jodi), Lindsay, Kevin (Lesley), Korbe (Traci), Leela (Phil) and Neil (Cathy)

Great Grandma Joy, or Nammy leaves a legacy of fun and stories to her very dear great grandchildren Kali, Jack, Lauren, Graeden, Olivia, Logan, Lucy, Angelica, Eben, Amelia and Lorne.

Remembering her with love are her sisters in law, Madeline (Ron) Blum and Elvene Hamilton, her nieces Britt and Brandi Blum. She had a special bond with Croal’s niece Bonnie Unrau and her daughter Stacey.

Joy lived a life dedicated to Croal (married July 2 1944) her sons and her grandchildren. A loving and caring person, mom was always able to see the good in others and bring out their best. Living each day with kindness and taking difficulties in stride, she was truly the matriarch of our family and we all looked to her for support and for guidance, which she gave without judgment and with so much love. We are all better people because Joy loved each of us and we loved her.

We know Joy and Fuzzy are dancing in heaven and watching over us. We will miss her beyond measure and keep her memory close in our aching hearts.

Thank you to the staff at Cerwydden Care Home for the care and affection you bestowed on Joy. You are a blessing.

There will be a private family internment but ask that her friends and ours, gather at a Memorial Tea to be held Thursday May 29 at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, at 39-1927 Tzouhalem Road, Duncan, B.C.

Flowers are gratefully declined but donations to a children’s charity of your choice or The Heart and Stroke Fund are very much appreciated.

It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beautiful Mother Kaaren Florence Arsenault. Daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, co-worker and friend.

Pre-deceased in 2008 by the Love of her Life, Warren Eddington and in 2012 by her Dad, Ernie. She leaves behind the ones that meant the most to her in life, especially her much loved children – Dale, Joel and Tess.  She also leaves her Mom, “Tootie”, brothers, Rob, Bruce and Jim and her nieces, nephew, extended family and friends…..too many to mention.

Kaaren left a legacy of what caring, forgiveness and love are all about.  She will be in our hearts, forever.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Kaaren on June 21st, 2:00 – 6:00 PM, Beaver Point Hall. (1365 Beaver Pt. Rd).

Albert Dennis White

24 October 1928 – 17 May 2014

Dennis passed away peacefully at home with family by his side.

Dennis was predeceased by his beloved wife, Marion and will be sadly missed by his children: his daughter Sue (Ron) Diederichs of Courtenay, and sons Antony (Kate) White of London, UK, and David (Karen) White of Taunton, UK; and by his grandchildren: Carl, Matt and Claire Diederichs, Eve, Alice and Tim White, and Brindley, Courtenay and Christie-May White; and by his many friends.

Dennis was born in Macclesfield, Cheshire in 1928. After finishing school, he served in the Royal Navy as a radio officer. Upon demobilisation, he went to work for Hovis-McDougall Ltd, first as a journeyman flour miller and foreman in London and later as a salesman. During this period he met his loving wife, Marie, and they were married in 1954. A few years later they moved to the West Country and Dennis changed from selling flour to distributing ladies’ slacks.

In 1963, Dennis immigrated to Vancouver, British Columbia with his family and worked for seven years in the insurance industry. It was in West Vancouver that he pursued his passion for sailing and the family spent many happy hours sailing the local waters.

In 1970, he returned with his family to England where he purchased Woodhayne Farm, an 80-acre farm on the Blackdown Hills outside Taunton, Somerset. This began one of the happiest periods of his life, managing all aspects of a dairy, beef and sheep farm.

In 1974, he left England and moved back to Vancouver for a short period. However, he and Marie missed the farming lifestyle and moved back to the UK, where they were able to resume farming at Woodhayne. Later, they sold Woodhayne and moved to Kerse Farm near Kingsbridge, Devon.

In 1980, Dennis and Marie returned to Canada, where they made a happy home first on Saltspring Island, and latterly in Qualicum Beach, British Columbia.

Dennis was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He had a great enthusiasm for life and always enjoyed the challenge of new adventures in different places. He and Marie were active square dancers for many years. He was very artistic and enjoyed painting; he created many beautiful pieces of furniture for his family; he loved singing and playing his guitar; he spent many happy hours on the golf course, and many more working in his garden.

Dennis will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

The family will be holding a memorial tea on Saturday 7 June 2014, from 2:00–4:00 pm, at 596 Eaglecrest Drive, Qualicum Beach. 250-338-4034, daughter Sue.

Shelley Marie Day

1956-2014

She lives now in every wonderous thing we see, Her love surrounds us still.