Gary Gunniss Shepheard was born on Moss Street in Victoria, to Harold & Mae on December 16th,1940. He was the oldest boy, followed by Gayle, Lynn and Richard, and was the fourth generation of his Victoria family. His parents lived in the Willows area on Hamiota Street. They then moved to Gary's grandparents on Toronto Street in James Bay while his Dad built in 1949- 1950 their home on Scolton Road in Cadboro Bay. Much time was spent playing on the beach. He had a very happy...

Mum passed on from this life on Friday, June 28, 2019 with her family by her side.   Mum was born in Jordan River, grew up in Victoria and moved to Parksville in 1953.  Mum worked full time and raised four children; Carol Hirst, Linda Clenard, Larry Hirst (deceased) and Steven Hirst.  Mum was always on the go doing something, playing crib, darts, "Tuesdays with the Ladies', taking her friends around in her van, or on a gambling tour. . . . she loved those...

Wally was born on Cardero Street in Vancouver’s West End, the only child of Gladys Young and Ernest Whiteside.  He was born into a rollicking family of rum runners, brewery workers, and jazz musicians.   Singing and playing drums himself. Growing up in Kitsilano, Wally loved sailing and competitive diving.  He was a proud Kits High Alumni, Class of ’42.  WWII was raging and he left school early, enlisting at 17 to the RCAF.  He was a wireless...

Our loving mother has passed.  Joan Ruth Irvine was born on September 4th, 1934 and passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019 at Trillium Lodge in Parksville, BC. She was predeceased by her husband of 58 years, the love of her life, Harvey Daniel Irvine in 2010; brother, Morris;and her parents Milton and Olive Lawson. She is survived by her sister ,Lois; daughters, Lynda Parakin and her husband Duane and Brenda Irvine; son, Donny Irvine and his...

Much loved by all who knew her, “Lil” was predeceased by husband Jim and is survived by daughter Judy, sons Jim and KeN, 8 grandkids, 20 great grandkids and 2 great-great grandkids. A long-serving SOS and Legion volunteer, she inspired us all with her positive attitude, sharp mind and boundless energy. The family wishes to thank all at Cokely Manor and Trillium Lodge for your great care. A private family remembrance will be held at a later date and she will be in our hearts...

Delores Dwolinsky (Starrie) May 16, 1931 – June 15, 2019   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother at the age of 88.  Mom passed away peacefully in the care of Ty Watson House with her son Bill by her side. Mom was predeceased by her parents Art and Grace Starrie, her husband Bill (Popsea) and brother Art Starrie.  She will be greatly missed by her 4 children - Linda (Grant), Bill (Mary), Gary, Larry (Kris), her sister Louise Marsh, 8...