Donna passed away peacefully on December 24, 2019 at Royal Jubilee Hospital surrounded by her family and dear friends. Lovingly remembered by her mother, Norma; her sister, Connie; her nieces, Glynnis and Kendra; her cousin, Jeff; and her cherished Sheltie, Halo. A kind and loyal soul, Donna will be missed by her extended family in BC and Ontario as well as her many friends and their four-legged companions.
Donna was born on October 19, 1953 in London, Ontario to William (Bill) and Norma Halbert. The family made their way west in the mid-1950s, first landing in Vancouver and eventually settling in Victoria. After graduating from Victoria High School, Donna found her passion for typesetting and launched a career in the print and publishing industry that spanned from her own business to many years at Morriss Press and then the Queen’s Printer until her retirement in 2015. Donna was a faithful companion to her many beloved dogs and cats as well as an accomplished seamstress, crocheter, knitter and cane weaver.
Many thanks to the staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital who took great care of Donna this December.
A Celebration of Donna’s Life will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC, on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 2:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in honour of Donna to a local animal charity or the Victoria Hospitals Foundation (Royal Jubilee Hospital).
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Susan Doig Dear Connie
We are saddened by the loss of your sister, Donna. Our thoughts are with during this difficult time.
With hugs and love Susan and Tony Doig
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Brenda Stuart My deepest sympathies to the Halbert family for your loss.
Donna’s loving nature will also be missed by all her friends and fellow workers.
I worked with her at Queen’s Printer and knew a dedicated, knowledgeable professional who was loyal and supportive of her friends. She always spoke with joy about her beloved mom, nieces and Shelties.
I regret my retirement comes too late to join Donna at the “old-timer” coffee circle.
Her life was far too short, but she lives on in our hearts.
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Berte Marr I am a little speechless that you left so quickly Donna. I feel such a hole and in grief. You have been a sister to me and so glad that we had met since 1975. I am grateful to have been able to spend time with you and all these years and with your loving family and your cherished dog, cats, birds. We are family as far as I am concerned. Funny you always called me Auntie Berte and I to Auntie Donna. When I think about you and fond memories of our time spent together, I have a big smile on my face. It is a lot of years not to be forgotten. You are a beautiful loving soul with a generous big heart. To your/our family and close friends please accept my condolences. May their be happiness and peace on your next journey Donna. I will truly miss you on this Earth Plain. With lots of love, light and blessings!
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Laura Prior My condolences to the family. I enjoyed the years I worked with her at Queen’s Printer and our friendship that continued after that. Such a kind person that will be missed by so many.
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Barb McKee Donna,a loving soul that will be sorely missed.We loved you as a person & as a caregiver to your wonderful Shelties.RIP dear one.We have fond memories my friend.
David R. See you neighbour — time gets us all