Loretta Jean Dodsworth (nee Wildig) passed away peacefully in Victoria on November 28, 2023. Loretta will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 65 years, Art; her son Stephen, her daughters Sharon (Lloyd) and Christine (Jeff), and grandchildren Leah (Peter), Shawn, and Amanda (waiting for her in heaven).
Loretta was born in Oak Bay on July 7, 1938. Loretta and Art lived on several RCAF bases in the early years of their marriage before returning home.
Loretta’s bright eyes, smile and infectious laugh brought joy to all who knew her. She will be dearly remembered and missed.
The family would like to give heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Trillium Douglas Care for their truly compassionate care over the past year.
A family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a gift in Loretta’s memory to The Land Conservancy (TLC) of British Columbia Abkhazi Garden – one of her favourite places.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Brian and Susan Little
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Marcia Strybos I am so sorry to hear of Loretta’s passing and know she will be missed by all who knew her. As a next-door neighbour for several years, she was kind, cheerful, and always ready to help.
My condolences to Art, Stephen, Sharon, Christine, and their families.
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Jonathan Roberts Art, Steve, Sharon, Christine, my deepest condolences at hearing this. I will always remember her lemonade.
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Jackie Thompson Dear Christine, Art, Sharon, Steven and families.
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember many conversations in Loretta and Art’s kitchen when I would be over hanging out with Christine. Many conversations that involved lots of laughter. Loretta may you rest in peace.
Sending my deepest condolences to all of you at this time of loss. Jackie (Woytack) and John Thompson.
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Karin Carlson Sharon, I´m so sorry to read of your Moms passing . While I haven´t seen her in years I remember her as being such a kind lady. My condolences to you and your family .
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Judi and Jerry Woytack We are sad to hear of Loretta’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you Art and family…and extra hug to Christine.
She will be sorely missed and may your hearts soon be filled with happy memories.Judi and Jerry
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Marc & Rose Rothwell Our thoughts are with you all; Art, Steven, Sharon & Christine and your families as we reflect on what a wonderful person Loretta was. She did indeed have an infectious laugh and you folks were wonderful to me when I first left Powell River and came to Victoria. Had many wonderful Sunday suppers at your place, which I always looked forward to! My Mom (Bernice) and Loretta were steadfast cousins, whom kept in touch throughout all of their lives. She will be often thought of and truly missed.
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Jane Stewart Art and family, My condolences on the loss of your dear wife, mother and grandmother.
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Jim Goodfellow In deepest sympathy to you Art and family
Fay was always happy if Loretta was at our IBM functions !
With each new day, may peace find a place in your heart.
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Kate and David Christine, we are so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Much love.
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Daniel Cocks My sincerest condolences to Arthur Dodsworth, Steven, Sharon and Christine along with their respective family members. Mrs. D was a wonderful person and she will be missed.
My condolences to Art, Steven, Sharon, Christine and all who loved Loretta. She was my delightful cousin. We grew up together. The visits to Aunt Essie and Uncle Chick’s house were among the happiest of my life. Marg and Loretta would play Roy Rogers and Dale Evans. They let me be Gabby Hayes and occasionally the dog (Bullet?). Loretta had a wonderful sense of humour and a soft and nurturing style. She had an uncanny ability to know what you were about to say–often finishing our sentences before we had even thought of them. Throughout the years Art and Loretta were a constant source of family warmth and generosity. It was so gratifying to have my own children, Hilary and Ben, get to experience this warmth and generosity themselves. Loretta sparkled and cast a warm, soft glow on all our lives. We will miss her dearly.