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COLONIST timescolonist.com SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2010 D7 REMEMBERING www.remembering.ca DEATHS and FUNERALS (July 27,1978 February 19, 2010) ELLINGSEN, Emily Myra Gwen Woolley) Emily Ellingsen passed away peacefully at sunrise on the morning of February 19, 2010, playing her final carefully timed move in a three-year fight against cervical cancer. Emily is survived by her loving family husband Aaron: parents John Woolley, Marion Bennet Cragg), Pam Fraser, Tom Bennet and Rick Strassman; parents-inlaw Andy and Susan Ellingsen; siblings Myann and Jack: nieces Fairahn and Mira: aunt Suzanne Woolley, and aunt Lyla and uncle Vernon Cragg: and best friends Erin Robinsong, Christine Golder and Chloe Gregg. Emily has taught us all lessons on friendship, positivity, understanding. empathy and true love. Emily spent her childhood in Squirrel Cove on Cortes Island in a home built by her parents, and attended elementary school there before moving on to New Mexico and Courtenay for high school, where she graduated from G.P.

Vanier. After completing her B.Sc. in Biology at the University of Victoria in 2002. Emily received her M.D. at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario in 2005.

Emily launched enthusiastically into a five-year psychiatry residency through UBC, pioneering a fulltime psych residency in Victoria, where she lived from 2005. Emily's industriousness, initiative and endless positivity have made their mark on Victoria's psychiatry community. She embraced her life's work with vigor, only to be interrupted briefly by her diagnosis with cancer in December 2006. Her studies and involvement with all aspects of her program resumed after a short course of treatment, before her repeat diagnosis with metastatic disease. She retired from her program, finally, after completing her fourth year oral exams in late 2009.

That was one of the most difficult moments Emily faced with characteristic bravery. Emily will be dearly missed by family, friends and colleagues. Cremation to be followed by interment in the Manson's Landing community cemetery, Cortes Island. A memorial celebration will be held for Emily in Victoria at the Alix Goolden Hall, 907 Pandora Avenue, Sunday, February 28, at 3pm. A second gathering will be held for Emily on Cortes Island at the Gorge Hall on Saturday, March 13, at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to a scholarship to be founded in Emily's name. to be awarded to a Cortes Island student leaving the island for post-secondary education. Contact Aaron Ellingsen or John Woolley for information. LARKIN, Esther August 3, 1924 February 22, 2010 Born Esther Werner in the late summer of 1924 in rural Manitoba. She passed through life and departed on February 22, 2010 in Victoria, B.C.

Esther leaves behind her husband Dennis, her love of 65 years, her 7 children and 27 grand and great grandchildren. Esther's great happiness, love and courage were the Hallmark of her life. The sound of her laughter will continue to ring in our hearts. To a life well lived on this earth, we bid adieu. See you later Mom.

-580389 LEE, Thelma Doreen (nee Earls) Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away, surrounded by family on February 2010. Predeceased by son, Bob and sisters, Ella, Rene and Marjorie; she is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Ted; children, Shannon (Richard), Lesley (Randy) and Bill; grandchildren, Phillip, Carmen and Joshua; sister, Evelyn and many nieces and nephews. Mom was born on October 31, 1930 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, where she spent her youth. There she met a young medical student who would later become her husband. They moved to Terrace, B.C.

where Dad set up his medical practice. Together they raised four children, many cats and a couple of St. Bernard dogs. Mom was also a busy and gracious host to Dad's many civic endeavours. In 1987, they retired to Victoria, B.C and continued their passion for travel as well as becoming avid fans of Victoria's Symphony.

Mom was an accomplished pianist, antique collector, little teapots being her favourite and a lover of animals (especially strays). She was a warm, incredibly kind and beautiful person; we loved her dearly and will forever miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson Vancouver Streets, on Tuesday, March 2nd at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Mom's honour may be made to a charity of your choice.

McCall Helping to honour life Bros. 250-385-4465 -580314 MACHNEE, Lawrence Manley May 8th, 1951 February 20, 2010 Suddenly on a glorious B.C. winter afternoon, doing something he loved. He leaves to mourn his greatest joys; son Dylan and daughters Leigh and Farrah, and friends in B.C. and Edmonton.

He will be remembered for his ridiculous sense of humor and his kindness to those who would have been overlooked. A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. -579956 MCLEAN, Margaret Doreen Passed away in Victoria on February 20, 2010. She was born in Victoria on February 15, 1923. Predeceased by her husband, Donald.

Survived by her step-children, Robert, Catherine and Nadine and their families as well as extended family in the U.K. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.P.C.A., 3150 Napier Lane, Victoria, BC, V8T 4V5. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com. McCall Helping to honour life Bros.

250-385-4465 -580100 SUWALD, Joachim Albert "Joe" Passed away February 23, 2010. Born February 9. 1933 in Germany. Lovingly remembered by his wife Inge. No Service by request.

DEATHS and FUNERALS It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Craig Harold Mains of Edmonton, Alberta in a tragic motorcycle accident near Needles, California on Friday, February 19, 2010. Craig was born in Dauphin, Manitoba on June 14, 1950 and grew up in Winnipeg nurtured by a loving, caring, close family. These straight up, prairie values stuck with him throughout his life and made him the decent, honest, hard working guy everyone he came in contact with admired. In his early twenties he became a crane operator and was highly respected in his trade. A natural born entrepreneur and charismatic leader, in 1994, he started his own crane rental business which, boosted by the combination of his unique people skills and vast knowledge of the industry, rapidly grew to become one of the largest privately owned crane rental companies in western Canada with an American subsidiary, Mains USA.

Craig was supremely proud and confident in the fiercely loyal, talented team he'd put together, the sky high standards they'd set and the dedication they've shown throughout the years to the group of companies and their loyal clients. He would be especially proud and grateful at this time for the love and support they've extended to his heart broken family. Carolyn would like to thank each and every one of them from the bottom of her heart and would like to reassure the customers and friends of Mains Crane Rigging Ltd. and Mains USA that they have been left in competent, caring hands. The team is carrying on taking care of things the way Craig would have wanted.

He put his heart and soul into building the business and will be with them in spirit as they move forward. First and foremost though, Craig was known for his love, devotion, and generosity to his wife, family and friends. A curious, brilliant, big hearted, fun loving man with a legendary sense of humour, he was absolutely -magic and embraced life to the fullest. In his spare time he loved to head off into the desert and hills from Cave Creek, Arizona on his Harley, either solo or with his buddies, and was smitten by the game of golf. He had more clubs than Tiger Woods.

He loved fine wine, expensive cigars, and chicken wings. Craig is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn; daughters, Arliss Mains, Charlotte Harris and son-in-law Jeff Harris; son, Daniel Mains, granddaughters, Cheryl Mains, Shauna Mains, Cindi Mains and Samantha Mains; grandsons, Derek Mains, Brandon Harris and Tyler Harris; mother, Oral Mains; brother, Laurie Mains; father-in-law, George Wells; mother-in-law, Jo Wells; and countless friends from all over the continent. Craig was predeceased by three very special people: his uncles, Dr. Jim Lawson of Carman, MB and Hugh John MacKenzie of Winnipeg, MB; and his grandmother, Mrs. Edith Dunn of Boissevain, MB.

Jim and Hugh John were like a dad to Craig and he absolutely adored his grandmother. The family will be eternally grateful for the love and support shown by close friends, Bill and Sabrina Elkington from Edmonton, AB; Harry Driver from Duncan, BC; and Dick and Gail Johnson from Cassidy, BC. We could not have made it through this difficult time without them. We would also like to express our appreciation to Deputy Mark Johnson of the Needles Police Department for his kindness, gentleness and consideration, which was above and beyond the call of duty. A Funeral Service will be held at the Bardal Funeral Home on Thursday, March 4, 2010 in Winnipeg, MB at p.m.

A Celebration of Craig's Life will be held at Highlands Golf Club in Edmonton, AB on Saturday, March 6, 2010 4.00 p.m. More information is available at www.mainscrane.com. A memorial fund for Craig has been set up at the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton, AB and the family has requested that a donation be made in Craig's behalf in lieu of flowers. What an amazing guy! Connelly- Funeral Home Downtown Chapel 780-422-2222 -580350 MAINS, Craig June 14,1950 February 19,2010 Passed away on February 21, 2010 at the age of 93. Born January 2, 1917 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the second son of Sherwood Barnett Marshall, Sr.

and Agnes Grace (Hess) Marshall, Sherwood was raised in Redlands, California, became an Eagle Scout and took a degree in Commerce at USC before moving to Victoria, British Columbia to join the Canadian Navy in WWII. As a MTB Commander in the English Channel he was a war hero, mentioned in dispatches and 'Buntie' wounded in action. He married Flora Betty Sloan in 1941. Returning to Victoria, Sherwood became a lawyer and secretary to the BC Power Commission, a predecessor to BC Hydro. He remarried in 1952 to Maureen Greta Stevenson and moved to California where he became a successful stock broker with his own 'seat' on the New York Exchange.

He went on to develop convalescent hospitals in California, warehouses in Arizona, and was businessman of the year in San Francisco and chair of the Walnut Creek Red Cross before retiring to Qualicum Beach, B.C. Barney loved people, was positive, intelligent, courtly and generous in his support of others. He travelled extensively, enjoyed yachting and fishing and trying to improve his golf game. Sherwood is survived by his wife of 57 years, Maureen, son David (Carol), daughters Virginia Benton (David) and Nancy (Bill Alder), grandchildren Kenneth (Tracy). Kristina Reid (Patrick), Jonathan and Simon, four great grandchildren, extended family and his many friends.

memorial will held on Saturday, March 27th, 2010 from 2:30 to 5:00 at 1117 Surfside Drive, Qualicum Beach. Flowers are gratefully declined, but contributions would be appreciated to the Marshall-Stevenson Wildlife Sanctuary Fund The Vancouver Foundation, Suite 1200-555 Hastings, Box 12132, Harbour Centre, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 4N6. -579676 MARSHALL, Sherwood Barnett McADIE, Allene Joan (nee Turnell) Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, February 13, 1925, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2010. She was predeceased by her loving Husband of 61 years, Lorne James and is survived by her daughter, Judith of Calgary and her son Jim of Burnaby. Heartfelt thanks to the Staff at the Royal City Manor for their kind and considerate care.

She will always be remembered in our hearts as a lovely lady with a gentle soul. By request, no funeral service. -580294 DEATHS and MORTON, Bud Passed away peacefully at the Moog and Friends Hospice House, Penticton, BC on Tuesday, February 23, 2010. Born in Ladysmith, BC in 1928, he a lived for many years in North Vancouver, Victoria and Salt Spring Island before moving to Penticton in 2000. He was a professional salesman all his life and loved it.

He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 59 years: Rita (Ricky), daughter; Sharon of Foxboro, granddaughter: Amberlee of Toronto and Lorna of Berkshire, England, sisterin-law: Dolores McDonald of Penticton, brother-in-law: Norman (Ruth) of Seattle good friends of 55 years; Vic Day Gadsby and family of Penticton, Iona Larson of Victoria and his many friends of Salt Spring Island. Our grateful thanks to Dr. Kennedy, Colleen the angels of Moog House for their care and kindness. No service by request. A memorial at a later date will be held on Salt Spring Island.

-580400 PHILLIPS, Walter James. Born in Esquimalt, died February 2, 2010 in Graduated from Esquimalt High School. Chief marine engineer (steam and diesel) with Canadian Pacific Ships. Spent two years overseas aboard the Princess Kathleen transporting troops and war prisoners in Mediterranean. Contributed greatly to the community through Freemasonry since 1944 when he was initiated in United Service Lodge No.

24. He attained many rankings and positions throughout his Masonic career which included the Scottish Rite 33rd degree, Grand Representative to South Australia and Member of the Royal Order of Scotland. Upon retirement from the Canadian Pacific in 1976, he and his wife Joan travelled with friends and family. In his eighties he drove for the Masonic Cancer Patient service and he and Joan raised a guide dog for the B.C. Guide Dogs Association.

He enjoyed tending his garden, was a member of the Y's Healthy Heartbeat class and was a formidable crib player. Survived by his wife Joan of 64 years, son Michael, daughter-in-law Jill, nephews, nieces and friends who will never forget his kindness, encyclopedic memory, attention to detail and booming voice. Thanks to Dr. McNaughton, the staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital and the Beacon home caregivers. A Celebration of Life will take place on March 1 from 2-4 pm at McCall's.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Doctors Without Borders or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. RALPH, Martha 1953 2010 Born Martha Joanne Forslund on September 21, 1953 on the first day of fall, her mother almost named her Autumn, but she was lovingly nicknamed "the Swede" by her father and called "Martini" by her friends. Now she has suddenly soared away from us to Valhalla in the autumn of her life. Martha was the middle child of a large loving family of 11. She leaves us with her two beautiful children, Bonnie Craig and Colin Ralph.

She is survived by brothers and sisters Christine, Wayne, Teresa, Jill, Valeska, Stephen, Rachael, Ross, Robert, Coral and of course the large extended family members of whom she all embraced. Family was everything to Martha, even while balancing a solid 35 year career with BC through challenging years. She had been retired for 6 months when she left us. Martha was a proudly supportive mother involving herself deeply with her children's endeavours right through to their adulthood and beyond. She was always there by their sides, whether it was helping Bonnie with her post secondary career path studies or cheering Colin on the sidelines of the soccer field.

Her "second mother" role was enjoyed by many of her nieces, nephews, and her children's friends over the years. Martha loved having all the family near and we fondly remember the gatherings hosted at her Langford Lake home. She was our "constant contact" always keeping in touch with that unexpected call. Her strength was also a tangible thing picture her outdoors swinging the axe splitting a cord of wood over several days for the home's woodstove. Our lumberjack could then transform to our beautiful sister.

We still see her at Jill's summer gathering flitting around like a butterfly playing grass volleyball in her bikini at middle age. She will be deeply missed by all of the family, extended family and her circle of friends. Be peace Martha. You had a blessed, full life but just left the party a little too soon. Some babe is Swede A celebration of Life will take place Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 1 5 PM at the Langford Legion 761 Station Road.

-579882 Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush Of quiet birds in circled flight I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry I am not there; I did not die. DEATHS and FUNERALS SNOW.

William James Elliot A True Gentleman Passes Bill went to meet his maker, Lord and friend on February 24, 2010. Born in Mount Nebo, Saskatchewan on December 1, 1919, Bill grew up in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and raised his family in Victoria, BC. He was admired and loved by many for his integrity and gentle ways, his competitive spirit and his loyalty. Bill enjoyed all sports and was, in his humble words, 'a fairly decent' ball player (1st and hockey player (centre). His sports career was interrupted with 3 plus years of service in the RCNVR (Royal Canadian Naval Reserve) where his primary duty was as an anti-submarine detector in the North Atlantic.

An avid sports fan, his favourite teams were the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Vancouver Canucks and Boston Red Sox. Bill's other favourite pastimes were year round gardening in his treasured garden and greenhouse, listening to good music, dancing with his wonderful wife, and enjoying a game of bridge with friends. Bill's work career was in the field of office management (Canadian Pacific Express, Solicitor General Dept. William Head Penitentiary and Dept. of Veteran Affairs).

He also took great satisfaction from being in business with his brother, Pat, first in a convenience store in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and later owning and leasing a facility in Esquimalt, BC. Above all Bill was a devoted family man. He would readily tell anyone who asked that his family was his greatest pride, joy and concern. He was cherished by "all his He leaves to mourn his passing, his dearly beloved wife of 52 years, Irene; his daughters Judith Lynn Snow, Leslie Ann (Chris) Hebb, Sandra Rose Snow (Curt Griffiths), Alison Marie (lan) McKerlich; grandchildren, Lindsey, Drew and Jenna Hebb, Lauren and Gregor Fraser, Taylor and Logan McKerlich; and sister-inlaw, Marjorie Snow. The family wishes to thank Dr, Eric Shafonsky and staff for their compassionate and professional physical care, Monsignor LaPierre for his wise spiritual care and Victoria Hospice and staff for making it possible for Bill to spend his later days in peace and comfort surrounded by the people he so dearly loved.

A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Parish (4049 Gordon Head Road) on Friday March 5th at 11:00 a.m. A reception at Holy Cross Hall will follow at 12 noon. All who wish to attend either one or both to honour Bill and celebrate his life are most welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Hospice or Red Cross Society. McCall Helping to honour life Bros.

250-385-4465 SPRYSZAK, Arthur Peter Passed away peacefully, but unexpectedly in his home in Victoria, B.C. on February 17, 2010 at the age of 70 years. Predeceased by his parents Peter and Stella Spryszak and brother Joe Spryszak. He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving son Sean (Kim) Spryszak, granddaughter Brooklyn Spryszak, brother Jack Spryszak, Sister-in-law Mae Spryszak as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Art leaves a lasting legacy in his willingness to help others.

All who knew him had great of his abilities and wealth of knowledge in carpentry, and all things electrical and mechanical. Whether it was for family, friends or co-workers, his expertise was just a phone call away. He was extremely devoted to his son Sean and enjoyed spending much quality time with him over his life. Most recently, the countless hours Art spent helping Sean renovate his home became a source of great enjoyment and pride. These projects were truly "works of Art loved being a grandfather and was very proud of his granddaughter Brooklyn.

She will greatly miss her special Papa Art. We will forever love and miss you. There will be a celebration of Art's life at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria, B.C. on Friday February 26th at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations are kindly requested to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES 658-5244 -579935 TYCE, Ruby Lorraine April 18, 1924 February 24, 2010 It is with great sadness that we announce our sweet little Mom's passing. She was loved dearly by all of those that knew her. Cherished her daughters Lorraine Canning (Len). Kathryn Snow (Mark) and son Gregory. Nana Ruby was loved admired by her grandchildren Jeffery Karen (Glenn), Dale (Tyler) Adam and Stephen Bradley.

Also by great granddaughters Kira Ryann (Dales girls). Mom was also known to many of her grandchildrens' friends as Nana Ruby. Ruby was born in Toronto, Ontario to Grace Harold Chadwick. Dear sister of Dorothy Clark of Toronto. We all have many fond memories of great times spent with Mom and find comfort in knowing that we will continue to share each every memory with one another.

We will always remember Mom saying "I love you more than you'll ever know." A celebration of life will be planned in the near future for family friends. Our thanks to the wonderful caring at SPH ECU2 for their love support to all of us throughout this past year. Thanks for dancing with we're not going to say goodbye we just want to say so long. We love DEATHS and FUNERALS WATLING, Ella May January 14, 1932 February 19, 2010 Although we all hoped to keep her forever, on the morning of February 19, 2010, we bide awa' to our wonderful Mom, Nana, Aunty, and best friend, Ellamae Watling. We are all so sad and in disbelief Mom was the life of the party at "Robbie Burns" just a few short weeks ago.

Mom fulfilled her wish of living in her same wee house for 60 years. It has been a home filled with love, laughter, music and dancing. Mom lived a rich life she has laughed, cried, loved and been loved, found romance, enjoyed the company of friends and family and made the most of everyday. Dropping in for a visit usually meant a "wee doch an doris" at happy hour and a welcomed stay for dinner. Mom was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Leonard Watling (2004).

Left to cherish happy memories are her partner, Henning Skaarup; children, Louise Troy (Jamie), Gerri Magee (Colin), Maggie Skaarup (Victor), David Watling (Jeannie); grandchildren, Jamie Troy (girlfriend Ryan), Jacquie Troy, Gordon Magee (Lillian), Erin Watling; and two beautiful -grandchildren, Kendyl and Callum Magee. We will miss having our matriarch "Lady Ella of Lochaber" play her usual active role in our lives her legacy live on! The family thank the doctors and nurses at the Royal Jubilee Hospital for their exceptional and compassionate care of Mom. A celebration of Ellamae's life will be held at Royal Roads University, Quarterdeck Ballroom (Grant Building) at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, March 4, 2010. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on Mom's behalf to the BC Lung Association. Here's tae ye Mom, and God Bless! xxxx -579907 Cemeteries, Burial Plots Vaults Hatley Memorial Gardens 3 cremation plots- $2100 each, OBO.

250-474-2075 -579595 IN MEMORIAMS BISSETT, R. W. G. May 24th, 1951 February 27th, 2004 Always missed, never forgotten Love Mom -576523 HILL, Florence Irene February 27, 2009 HILL, Harry Reuben February 16, 2001 In memory of my mother and father. Lovingly, your daughter, Beverley.

VALDAL, Mary Laurense September 6, 1923 February 27, 2007 Faithful wife, mother, grandmother friend. Anne Family. -580378 and MEMORIAL GIFTS Your gift to the Heart and Stroke Foundation will help support life saving research and education in heart disease and stroke. To donate In Memory or In Honour: diD www.heartandstroke.bc.ca Tel: 250-382-4035 STROKE Mail to: OF BC FOUNDATION YUKON 107-1001 Cloverdale Ave. Finding answers.

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