Sue Melanson November 12, 1954-July 3, 2025. Pre-deceased by her father Albert Barr (2008) and sister Corrine (1953). Sue leaves behind to celebrate her a full and loving family. Born in London, Ontario, Sue has two brothers Allen (Colleen) and John (Sheri) Barr. She married Gary Melanson in 1973 in London Ontario, they have three   [read more…]

In Loving Memory of Noel Anthony Grout It is with gentle sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Noel Anthony Grout, who left us peacefully in his sleep on July 2, 2025, at his home in Saanich, BC, with his devoted wife, Dorothy by his side. Born on December 24, 1927, in   [read more…]

Joan was born on February 14, 1931 to Mary and William Doody of Ballynahulla, County Kerry, Ireland. She was the eldest of four children and was predeceased by her beloved brothers Bill, Denis, and Mick. With the same gumption and fortitude that she exhibited throughout her life, Joan left her cherished Ireland shortly after graduating   [read more…]

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Robert Wayne Comin. Robert was born on August 23, 1951, in Blairmore, AB and passed away on June 29, 2025, in Saanichton, BC, after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He leaves behind his cherished   [read more…]

 Allen, Judy March 3, 1948 – May 16, 2025 It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Judy Allen on May 16, 2025 at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. She was 77 years old. She is predeceased by her parents, Reginald and Joyce, and her brother, Craig. Judy is survived   [read more…]

Christopher Richard Westmacott, age 38, of Victoria, BC passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, surrounded by his family and friends, after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Chris was born on December 4, 1986, in Victoria, BC, where his family lived a short time before moving to Burnaby. He attended school there for six   [read more…]

“To live is Christ and to die is gain.”  Philippians 1:21 The Reverend Dr. Ross Edward Bailey December 1938 (Montreal) – May 30, 2025 (Sidney By the Sea) Ross is survived by: His wife Carol Bailey (nee Ravenscroft) of 60 years; daughters Evelyn (Peter Langeman), and Pamela (Danny Eldridge); grandchildren Bailey (Evan Berlanti), Brynne (Josiah   [read more…]

Sadly, John lost his 12 month battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He was a caring soul, with an abundance of love to share. John (Bic) was proud of his 30 years in the Fire Department, and his name will join those of his fallen brothers at the Canadian Firefighters Memorial in Ottawa, where he made   [read more…]

William (Bill) Rouslin Bill took his leave of this world on Thursday, May 22nd in a manner of his choosing, after suffering from a form of leukaemia. He always thought he’d live to be as old as his mother and sister when they died at 90, but the surprise diagnosis just four months ago meant   [read more…]

November 23, 1938 – April 19, 2025 Michael passed away peacefully after a brief illness. Born in Sunderland, England, he immigrated to Canada in 1958. An accomplished Landscape Designer, his legacy lives on in the Japanese Garden in the Esquimalt Gorge Park which he and son Sean lovingly restored, the Japanese Garden at the Horticulture   [read more…]