Barbara passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, on October 17th, 2021. She was born in Winnipeg on December 17, 1948. Barbara was predeceased by her first husband, Kent McDougall. She is survived by her loving husband Doug, her daughter Heather Nicol; her son Brad McDougall; step-son David Renton (Jennifer); her step-daughter Heather Sutherland (Scott); and her much-loved grandchildren Sam, Emma, Liam, Max, Lexi and Jaxon; and her brother George Johnson.
Barbara grew up in Winnipeg and settled in Calgary in 1972. An accomplished businesswoman, she worked at Smed Manufacturing for 10 years before joining Doug as a partner and employee of KLS Earthworks. Barbara was very active in the Alberta construction industry, and served on the Board of Directors for both Merit Contractors Association and the Alberta Construction Safety Association.
Barbara was an intelligent, passionate, often opinionated, caring and generous woman who had a lasting effect on the lives of family and friends. She had a clever and wicked sense of humour often using quotes from “Mrs. Brown’s Boys” or Robin Williams. Her strong spirit, incredible strength and goodness will be with us in our hearts forever.
There is no service, by request. A very special thanks to the Doctors, Nurses, and staff at the Victoria Hospice (RJH). If desired tributes may be made to:
Victoria Hospice Fund Development
4th Floor, Richmond Pavilion
1952 Bay Street
Victoria, BC. V8R 1J8
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Brian Hardy
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Wendy Green Hello Doug.
I was saddened to learn of Barbara’s passing. Although many years have passed since we last saw each other, the thoughts of Barb, you, & KLS are easily retrieved. In fact, it was only six weeks ago that I was sorting through my “special memories” box, and Barbara’s kind notes to me are still in there. I was so impressed by this lady – not only for her ability to work in a husband/wife partnership, but to do so within a man’s dirt digging and heavy equipment industry. She was firm and fair in negotiations and I was so grateful and proud to be a small (tiny) part of your success.
Please accept my sincere condolences Doug
Warmest regards
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Darilyn Doug and Family
Sending you our love and sincere condolences..
Our thoughts are with you and all the family thru this difficult time.
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TerrynTerry Barber We were saddened to hear of Barb’s passing.
She was a unique, creative, and formidable person. We admired her sense of humor and capable character. And her friendship was truly valued by us both!
We remember fondly the many great times we spent together over the years and want to extend our condolences to Doug, Heather, Brad and extended family on the loss of an amazing woman, wife and mother.
Sincerely
TerrynTerry Barber
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Victor John La Breche and Avril To my dear sweet cousin, a lady who took me to her heart when I came to Canada looking for my father, after the break up of a WWII marriage. As a direct result of her, and Doug’s countless endeavors over those years, I now have a Canadian family and Canadian citizenship. As I live in England, I carry a heavy burden of not being able to say goodbye and telling her just how grateful I am and how much I loved her. I just hope I was able to convey those feelings in the countless visits we made over there and when they came to us. There aren’t many folk who get to meet a real Guardian Angel in this life, but I really was the lucky one.
Our love and condolences to all of my family in Canada and may you find the strength to rebuild your lives once again. See you soon.Vic & Avril xx
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Kim & Sharon Schulte Doug, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Carl Cheverie Hi Doug. Very sorry to receive the news about you losing your Barb.
Linda and I want to send you our most sincere condolences, and wish you all the best as you go through this tough time.
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John and Debra McCann Doug, our deepest condolences. You and Barb had an incredible marriage and friendship that raised the bar for the
rest of us. Loyalty and love and integrity and commitment to family needs to be celebrated. Barb was a strong, powerful
fun loving, determined woman who leaves a legacy of never wavering from her principled values.
We will never forget our last evening all together when Barb was the life of the party and had us all laughing .
She was one of a kind and left the world a better place.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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Allan & Brenda Mactier We were very saddened to read of Barbara’s passing. To us she was always super friendly, an exciting gal that was very genuine, extremely bright, caring
in every way, good fun and loved her family, her Doug and their many friends.Take special care Doug at this difficult time.
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Laurie Bennett Much love ❤️ to you all on the loss of your mom Heather and Brad! Barb was a big part of my life growing up and she will be missed!
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John Minchin Doug I am so sorry to hear about Barbs passing. Barb was one of my favourite persons to talk to over the years that I was privileged to provide advice to you. There was always some humour present regardless of the issue being discussed. My condolences at your loss.. John
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Michel Serge Sincères condoléances à vous tous.
Malgré mon cours passage dans sa vie j’en garde un souvenir inoubliable.
Je n’oublierai jamais sa joie de vivre au côté de Doug au coin du feu avec un verre de vin blanc,sa générosité et sa gentillesse.
Je pense à vous from France.
Heather fera la traduction.
Serge
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Patty Doyle What a wonderful woman and friend! Barbara was one of a kind, intelligent and generous person! She will be missed so much by all that knew her! We love you Doug and Barbara! Rest In Peace dear friend!! Love you always!!
Doug, Susan and I were both very sad to hear of Barbs passing. Our condolences to you and the rest of your family. We truly enjoyed the times we had together enjoying a nice glass of wine.
Brian and Susan Hardy