With her beloved husband Dan by her side, Cathy passed away peacefully at home on July 10, 2019. She was born in Vancouver, BC on March 16, 1957 to the late Joseph and Cecilia (nee Jurkowski) McMillan. Cathy is survived by her husband of 38 years, Dan Fitzgerald; her brother Bill (Doris) McMillan and sisters Joan McMillan, Monica McMillan and Lorraine McMillan (Dennis Obee). She is also lovingly remembered by the Fitzgerald family.
Throughout Cathy’s illness, it was her wish to remain in the comforts of her own home. This was made entirely possible by her cherished friends and “home care team”: Jodi, Jeanne and Susan.
Cathy was honoured to be a Registered Nurse and following graduation in 1979 from the Royal Jubilee Hospital School of Nursing, she began a career on a nursing cardiology unit. To enhance her skills, she successfully completed a critical care course and then continued work at the Royal Jubilee Hospital until retirement. She often reflected on the happy memories and lifetime friendships she made from her 1979 graduating class. She loved her work with patients and families and through her caring nature, she positively impacted the lives of many individuals over the course of her career.
A Memorial Service will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 2PM.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Tanya Fitzgerald
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Kathy W I am saddened by Cathy’s passing. I saw how your care of Cathy, Dan, was dedicated and heartfelt. My sincerest condolences to you and to all of Cathy’s family. Cathy’s care of her patients was kind and intuitive, as she approached each of them with thoughtfulness and curiosity, seeking to bring her best to them. I mostly remember her for her curiosity and interest in people. May she rest in peace.
With affection.
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Faye Little July 29, 2019
I was so sad to learn of Cathy’s passing. She was so kind and patient with me when I began working on Royal 4 RJH in 1986. Her beautiful smile, caring and gentle ways, and cheery personality is what made her so special to the patients and her coworkers. Such good times.
Our sincerest condolences to you Dan and family. May time bring you peace and comfort with your memories of Cathy.
Sincerely,
Faye & Terry Little
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Beth Pengelly Our sincere Condolences to you, Dan, & all of Cathy’s & your families. I always enjoyed working with Cathy on 4 Royal “the heart of RJH’ when Tom was transferred back to Victoria in 1982 until mid 1986. Cathy was an excellent nurse & team member!! We happily remember both of you. We were shocked to hear about Cathy’s passing. We hope your many years together provide you with great memories that will help sustain you through your sad times. Know that you are not alone!! Cathy is at peace now, no more suffering to endure, but you may feel her presence close by. Sincerely, Beth Pengelly
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sharon Sharon W
I am so saddened to hear of Cathy’s passing. She was such a happy caring personality and a wonderful nurse. I have often thought of Cathy through the years. I was working on the 4th floor cardiac unit when Cathy first started there. She was a very competent and caring nurse, a quick learner, very eager to learn everything she could about cardiology so she could practice her chosen profession to the best of her ability, and she did. Cathy was such a positive and caring person, taking good care of her patients and friends and co workers alike. I left the unit a couple of years later and moved away but I often thought about her and her enthusiasm for the art of nursing. Dan and family may all your cherished memories of your life together sustain and keep you through this very difficult time.
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Elizabeth C. Cathy was a kind, caring person who made every occasion special. I remember many happy hours playing Pictionary and relaxing times on Cathy and Dan’s beautiful backyard. Cathy will be missed by all her friends.
I will always have fond memories of my Aunt. Much love!