James Joseph Atherley died suddenly at home on June 29, 2008 at the age of 87. Born December 19, 1920 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Eldest son of James Gerald Atherley and Dorothy Vera Roy. Predeceased by his brothers William, Patrick, Terrance and Frederick. Survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Florence Atherley (Kelly); daughters, Anne Atherley, Lois Atherley (Tony Giaccio), Maureen Howey (Jon), and Barbara Ferrazzi (Gabriel); sons Jim Atherley (Wen) and Ron Atherley (Michele Townshend) and his sister Eileen Young. Jim was the the proud grandfather of 16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Jim proudly served on the HMCS Sackville during WWII. Following the War, he graduated from the University of Manitoba with an Honours Degree in Chemistry. Jim enjoyed a successful career and rose to the position of VP of Operations at Canadian General Tower. His career took him on ventures across the US, Canada, South America and Europe. Jim will be deeply missed by his family and friends for his enduring friendship, kindness and generosity.
Visitation to be held at McCall Bros. Funeral Home, Vancouver & Johnson St., on Thursday, July 3, 2008, from 6:00-8:00 pm, with Prayers at 8:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at St. Andrews Catholic Cathedral, 740 View St., on Friday, July 4, 2008, at 12:10 pm. with Entombment at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive and Reception to follow at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 107 – 1001 Cloverdale Ave., Victoria BC, V8X 4C9 would be greatly appreciated.
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