Joseph Roy Pogson

January 16, 1920 – July 24, 2008

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Joseph Roy Pogson on July 24, 2008 at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Predeceased by the love of his life, Ruby Elizabeth in 2000, with whom he shared 58 years. He leaves to mourn his loving family, son, Jim (Joan) Pogson; daughters, Carolyn (Chris) Rochon and Judy (Kerry) Firth; grandchildren, Michelle (Kevin) Andersen, Elizabeth (Andrew) Hung, Brad (Wendy) Firth, Mike (Cheryl) Rochon, Treena (Paul) McDonald, Tom Pogson, Mark (Jennifer) Rochon, Laura (Paul) Way; his great-grandchildren, Chris, Stephen, Jason, Jared, Anne, Brandon, Catherine, Charlyn, Grace, Justin, Joshua, Matthew, Ethan, Johnathan, Jacob and Michaela; and nephew Neale Hankins.  Dad graduated from UBC with a degree in Applied Science in Electrical Engineering in 1940 at age 20. He started with BC Electric in Victoria in 1940. He then joined the RCAF and attained the rank of Flight Lieutenant.  Mom and Dad were married in 1942. After the war, Dad resumed his career with BC Electric / BC Hydro. He worked with Hydro for 44 years reaching the position of Electrical Superintendant of the Victoria Branch (South Vancouver Island). While his career was very important to him, the heart of his life was in his home. Dad provided us with a happy and secure upbringing. He was also known for his phenomenal memory. The family wishes to thank the doctors and nursing staff of the RJH Hemodialysis Unit for their care and support during the past three years.

A Celebration of Roy’s life will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, on Saturday August 2, 2008 at 1:00 pm with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Roy’s memory to VIKPA (Vancouver Island Kidney Patients’ Association), P.O. Box 5145, Postal Stn. "B", Victoria BC, V8R 6N4, Victoria Hospice, or charity of your choice.