Inga Michel passed away peacefully at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital with her family by her side. She leaves a legacy behind with the creation of her “inga birds” that are thoroughly enjoyed by many people around the world. An accomplished self-taught artist she thrived as the owner of the Tivoli Gallery in Sidney for 29 years, which she built from the ground up and retired 7 years ago. She will be missed and often commented that she led a very colourful life. A big thank you to all the people involved in the palliative care unit. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Kath Webster
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Nicole Guldner Thank you, Inga, for everything you’ve done for me. It was wonderful to work for you at Tivoli Gallery. You were admired by everyone who knew you. I will always keep you in my heart.
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Drew Flanagan Dear Inga, I still love and cherish your gift of my “ merde il pleut” umbrella. So many years ago now… I will cherish my memories of you and Pauline. Xoxo
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Emily Baran Oh my dear friend… You shaped me, watched me grow and taught me to never take shit from anyone.
You took a chance hiring me at Tivoli. My first real job.
At times we quarrelled like mother and daughter but it never changed our love.
Every time I see a hummingbird I know it’s you keeping an eye on me.
I didn’t know how sick you were. You didn’t tell anyone. I wish I knew. I wish I could have said goodbye.
I will never forget you. My dear Inga.
Dear Jan, I’m so sorry to read this sad news about Inga. I hope you’re doing OK. I would really like to connect with you- so if you see this and are open to it, please email me. kathwebster@shaw.ca Love, Kath