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BENHUMEA, Eduardo Born in Mexico City on September 14, 1921, passed away in Victoria, British Columbia on July 26, 2010.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 31 at 12:00 noon at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1803 Quadra Street, Victoria.

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CORBETT, Isobel Forbes (Jo) (nee Barton) Born February 24, 1919 in Kingston, Ontario.

It is with profound sadness that the family of Jo Corbett announces her passing on July 24th 2010 at Dover House in Nanaimo, B.C.

Predeceased by her husband Boyd, her sister Ruth and her much-loved Mala, she is survived by her brothers Jimmy and Johnny Barton; her children Tracy Corbett, Deborah Corbett (Klaus Heuck) and Leslie Sundby (Eric); her beloved grandchildren Benjamin and Alyson Sundby and great grandchild Pema (Amanda Curry). Jo enjoyed an interesting work life that included Alcan Aluminum (Kingston Ontario & Jamaica), the Lightbourn School (Oakville, Ont) and Sheridan College (Oakville, Ont). Our mom treasured her friendships, which she made easily where ever she lived. She leaves many to mourn including Lolly Holland, Helen Cranker, Caroline Ion and her many friends at Berwick, Arbutus Ridge and Oakville. She also proved the curative powers of a good hand at bridge, a well-prepared martini and the periodic exercising of a Visa card. Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Dover House (esp. Stacey and Bryce), the palliative care unit at Nanaimo General Hospital, Drs.

Ehman, Winkler, Neilson, and Spry and the staff at Berwick-on-the-Lake (Nanaimo). A very special thanks to Robin & Deirdre Love and Bonnie Best for their on-going love and support for mom over the last few years.

A service will be held on Friday, July 30 at 2:00 pm at First Memorial, 1720 Bowen Road (by Townsite Road) in Nanaimo with reception to follow. The burial service will take place at a later date in Merrickville, Ontario.

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HITCHCOX, Evelyn May Passed away in Victoria, BC July 27, 2010.

She was born in North Battlefield, SK July 12, 1925. Predeceased by her daughter Donna in 1958, survived by her loving husband of 66 years Michael; sons Alan (Brenda Young), Clifford (Elaine) and William (Brenda); grandchildren Caralee, Shannon, Jonathan, Amanda, Jennifer; great-grandchildren Avery, Brooklynne and Alexis. Evelyn was a long time volunteer for St. John Ambulance.

She was always a kind and generous person that was willing to help others. Evelyn was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. The family would like to thank all of the staff at Beaconhill Villa for their kind care and support.

Funeral Service will be held at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4465 Falaise Drive, Friday, July 30, 2010 at 1:00 pm with interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Queen Alexandra Foundation, 2400 Arbutus Road, Victoria, BC V8N 1V7.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.

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JARRATT, Gerald Sydney Passed away on Friday, July 23, 2010 at 6:30 AM in Mount Edward Court Nursing Home, Victoria, BC. Many thanks to the Nursing staff and the care-givers for making his stay as comfortable as possible. Born in Walton-on-Thames, England, February 4th, 1928. Survived by his sister, Lucy Frances Hazelden of Oakville, Ontario; widowed sisters-in-law Pamela Jarratt and Doreen Jarratt in UK; nieces and nephews in Ontario and U.K., and by his partner of many years, Mino Patel. Gerald immigrated to Canada in 1962, living in Montreal and Toronto, before moving to BC upon retirement. Gerald (Joe to his family) will be remembered with affection and a smile. His lively sense of humour and his large fund of jokes and anecdotes will be sorely missed.

A Memorial Service will be held in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, at 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 29th followed by a reception. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu would be appreciated, in Gerald’s name, to a charity of your choice, or to B.C. Lung Association.

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LINDSAY, Gary 1945 – 2010 It is with extreme sadness that we announce the loss of Gary, born on April 25, 1945 in Victoria, BC, Gary left us on July 22, 2010 at the age of 65. He leaves his two sons, Jim Lindsay and Troy Lindsay; his daughter, Kim Lindsay; five grandchildren; four sisters; and many close friends and relatives. Born and raised in Victoria, BC, the son of James & Verna Lindsay, he was a lifelong resident of Victoria. Gary will be remembered best for his wholehearted commitment to his children, his love of music and never ending passion for the grocery business. Gary was inducted into the Victoria Rock & Roll Music Hall of Fame in September of 2007. He played guitar and sang in a band called “The Noblemen” back in the 1960′s. The band was originally known as “The Wild One’s”, and was a popular mainstay in the Victoria music scene. When Gary wasn’t playing his guitar he was stocking shelves at the local Shop Easy where he developed lifelong friendships with individuals that he continued to work along-side throughout his career at Thrifty Foods. Throughout his life and career Gary was loyal, determined, beyond hard working, a problem solver with a big heart who would give beyond what anyone could expect.

We invite you to a celebration of his life in McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, 1400 Vancouver Street, on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 10:00 am. The ceremony will be immediately followed by a reception. Interment entrusted to Royal Oak Burial Park.

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McKECHNIE, Sarah (Sally) Elizabeth Passed away at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, BC on July 24, 2010 in her 86th year. She was born in Toronto on August 26, 1924 and has lived in Victoria since 1980.

Sally is survived by her daughter Mary, sonin- law Bill Graham, granddaughter Robin Kent, sister Judy Ridout, and granddog Jazz; predeceased by her son Jim in 1982, sister Barbara in 2002, and husband Sandy in 2005. She was a graduate of Bishop Strachan School and the University of Toronto (occupational therapy). She was a long time member of the Toronto Cricket, Skating and Curling Club and of Uplands Golf Club in Victoria, BC where she was Ladies’ Captain 1990-91.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held in Victoria at Uplands Golf Club on Sunday, August 1, 2010 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Interment will take place in Toronto at a later date. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com 5 9 7 8 9 3

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MORANDIN, Mary Of Sooke, BC passed away July 22, 2010 in her 33rd year. Mary is survived by her 13 year old son Dante; husband John Grennan; parents Al & Tina Morandin; grandmother Teresa Cantarutti; siblings Lisa (Leslie) Clendening, Paul (Jillian), Lora Morandin (Patrick O’Hara); nieces /nephews Jamie, Will, Terena and Charlie; along with other family and many friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to help support Dante’s sports activities. We appreciate all the love, support and prayers of family and friends at this difficult time.

Funeral Services 11:00am Saturday, August 31, 2010 at St. John’s Heritage Church, Glencairn Lane, Colwood. A service will also take place in Milton, ON. in late August.

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PALLAN, Jerry 1948 – 2010 Jerry passed away peacefully after an extended illness on Saturday July 24, at the Royal Jubilee Hospital with his daughter, Kristy at his side. He is survived by his son, Jeremy; daughter, Kristy; sister, Peggy; and brothers, Tom, Juggy, Sant, Sadoo and Bill as well as their families and many other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, July 30 at 10 am at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Renal Unit at Royal Jubilee Hospital, 1952 Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8R 1J8.

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MacQUARRIE, Grace Isobel (nee McKellar) Went to be with her Lord on Sunday, July 25, 2010. Born in Stratford, ON on May 22, 1918, Mom was predeceased by her husband, Rev.

Ernest MacQuarrie. Lovingly remembered by Marilyn (Jack), Margaret, Ainslee (Bill), Ian (Karen) and grandchildren Christine (Dave), Heather, Andria and little Jack and Faith.

Grace lived life so fully and joyously that everyone she met was touched by her loving spirit. Special thanks to Dr. Wylie and staff and, as Mom put it, “the hunky firemen and medics” from Saanich East who came to her rescue many times.

The Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, July 31st at First Metropolitan United Church, 932 Balmoral Road at Quadra (388-5188). In lieu of flowers, Mom would love you to donate to a children’s charity of your choice. (e.g. World Vision, Unicef) or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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ROBERTSON, Roy (Robbie) Passed away in Victoria, BC July 27, 2010.

He was born in Tisdale, Saskatchewan November 23, 1933. Predeceased by his brothers Ernie and Charlie; survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Joyce; son Randy (Roxanne); daughters, Cindy Johnson (Rick) and Kelly Corneille (Bob); grandchildren, Alexa, Jessica, Tyler, Erin, Kyle, Ashlee “Ray”, Shelby, Kaila; great-grandchildren Addison, Caden, Dontae. Also survived by his twin sister Joy Hughes (Graham) and brother Gordie and many nieces and nephews.

Robbie spent his early years in Victoria with the Canadian Navy where he met his wife Joyce. After the Navy years, he joined the R.C.A.F. and spent time at the radar station in Holberg at the tip of Vancouver Island. He finished his career after many years with Vancouver Island Coach Lines. After retirement, Robbie enjoyed going for walks with Joyce and spending time with his family.

The family would like to thank Dr. David Clinton-Baker for his wonderful care of Robbie.

Funeral Service will be held at McCall Bros.

Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society, 750 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 1Z4 would be appreciated.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.

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TURNER, Belton Frank July 30, 1922 – July 24, 2010 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Belton passed away on July 24 in Palliative Care at Saanich Peninsula Hospital, and was previously well cared for at Island View Place.

Survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Angela, and predeceased by his only brother John Turner. He leaves behind, daughters Sandra (predeceased by husband Verne), Teresa (Phil), grandchildren Crystal, Aaron (Cheryl), Dale (Stephanie) and Clarke, step sister Helen, and sister-in-law Audrey, several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and loyal friends. Belton served in World War II, and after his return was a founder and partner of the well known Van Isle Jewellers, where he worked more than 40 plus years, until his retirement. Angela & Belton were avid ballroom dancers, and would spend many a Saturday night dancing at the Esquimalt Legion. They spent many years on extended holidays to Hawaii, and explored the globe on many ocean going cruises. Belton, was also a long time member of the Rotary Club. When still in good health, he loved his garden and tending to his tropical plants around their pool.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Victoria Heart and Stroke Foundation. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 2 pm at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Dr.

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