Barbara passed away peacefully with family by her side on July 22, 2024. Born in London, England on February 12, 1933, she spent her youth in the countryside of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. Her dream to travel was fulfilled when in 1953, she boarded an ocean liner to Montreal and then a passenger train to Vancouver. In 1956, while receiving car service in the West End, Barbara met and soon after married her soul mate Folkert. As a devoted couple in their 56-year marriage, they raised their family, traveled close to home and abroad, and established their business, Atlas Motors. Oak Bay Jewellers was their last venture prior to retirement. Barbara took pleasure in competing with the Island Breaststrokers dragon boat team, traveling, gardening, reading, walking her dog Abby, and spending time with family. She was predeceased by her husband Folkert, daughter Annette, and sisters Peggy and Joan. Barbara will be lovingly remembered by her children Gregory (Corinne), Vanessa, Michael (Pat), Belinda (Zoltan), grandchildren Jessica, Tasha, Connor, Sabina, Cameron, Carlie, Derek, Alyssa, Nicolas, great grandchildren Jakob, Emma, Peyton, Ella, Levi, brother John (Pat) as well as nieces and nephews.
No service by request. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Herbert G Steele
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Andy and Anita Stewart Agreed … what a lovely photo of Barbara … just as we remember her. We were blessed to have crossed paths with both Foley and Barbara, first at S&H and later at Oak Bay Jewellers, meeting many times in their home. May God comfort the family and bring a smile to your faces, even in your loss as you remember what a gift they were.
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Cynthya Cenciarini This is a lovely photo of Barbera. I was very fond of her she was wise, interesting and pleasant to be around. She will be so missed by family. Many blessings to all. Cynthya Cenciarini
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Robbyn Finding I was lucky to get to know Mrs Dejong over the years through Belinda and Mike and always found her to be such a lovely, warm and charming person. My thoughts are with the whole dejong family. Sending love!!
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Barbera Pearson Thinking you at this time and sending our deepest condolences and sympathies for your family’s loss. Gone, but, never forgotten and always in your hearts.
Barbera & Christopher Pearson
My condolences to the Barbara de Jong family, and friends.