Lynne Murray, born January 6, 1951 in Lethbridge AB passed away peacefully, in Victoria BC, April 21, 2022 on her own terms, through MAiD (medical assistance in dying) having had diabetes for 60 years. Due to complications of diabetes, she had kidney failure and underwent kidney dialysis 3 days a week for 7 years.
Lynne had a varied career as a Registered Nurse beginning her career in Toronto in the burn unit at Sick Children’s, then Victoria General Hospital in the recovery room, and retiring as an operating room nurse at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria. Nursing was a natural fit for Lynne where her warm, caring, and friendly nature found its best expression. She inspired many with her knowledge and resilience in relation to diabetes, mentoring both patients and professionals.
A desire for service to others also led her to join the Oak Bay Rotary Club where she proudly remained a member for 21 years. She made lifelong friends with Rotarians from Oak Bay and around the world as well as with many of the Rotary youth exchange students, when she led that program. Her friendliness, interest in people, and ability to talk to anyone and everyone was what drew others to Lynne. She kept in touch with high school friends, made close and enduring friendships through nursing, and people in her neighborhood, local bank, and restaurant adored her. She loved a party, was an excellent cook, and an avid Jeopardy fan. Her optimism, warm spirit, and generosity touched many. Lynne was loved and we will miss her greatly.
Predeceased by her mum and dad and her sisters, Donna and Jill, Lynne is survived by her sister Beth (Tybring) and by her nephews Mattias and Anders and nieces Heather (Duncan) and Jena (Jeremy).
Donations may be made in Lynne’s name to the Oak Bay Rotary Foundation. There will be a celebration of life at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Bill Howden
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Margy Ransford My heart is sad with the knowledge of Lynne’s passing, but glad that I met her, and all the wonderful Murray women. My thoughts are, and will remain, with your family, Beth, and also with Tom Croft, who posted about Lynne.
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Janie Heffernan-Dunn Dear Beth and family, I was very sad to hear of Lynne’s passing today. We had sent emails a few times in the past few months and I did not realize she was not feeling great. Jill, one of my best friends as well as my sister Nancy also suffered with diabetes for over 60 years and Lynne always shared assurances with me about how good life can be when you adjust to this illness. Lynne was a special Lady who as all have said managed her life on her own terms but always had a laugh to share no matter how far away. My family and I will remember her fondly. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Love and Hugs
Janie Heffernan Dunn
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Sue Strongman (Ireland) My heart breaks for Lynne’s friends and family. Lynne was such a wonderful person who fought her health issues with determination and a smile. We met in 1985 when we both lived on Moss Street. Good times were had by us in that building. She was working at Victoria General and was present at the birth of our daughter late Halloween night in 1989. The first time she’d seen a baby born. An unforgettable memory together. My sincere condolences.
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Deborah Dawson Dear Beth and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. Lynne and I have been friends for many years and was so sad to read about her death today. Lynne and I went to nursing school together and we shared many wonderful memories together. After your parents moved to Victoria, Lynne would often come home with me for weekends and one summer I spent many weeks with your family in Oak Bay.
She was in my family’s life for the birth of all our children and she continued to stay in touch with our oldest daughter. We shared our birthday only a day apart and we always spoke or wrote to each other for our birthday. I will miss her smile, and our conversations , she was a tell like it is kind of person.
My thoughts are with you and your family. She spoke often about you and Tybring and her nieces and nephews with much love .
Would appreciate knowing about her celebration of life.
Thank you Lynne for being my friend.
Love, Bill