Madeline Teo born June 10, 1940 in Singapore, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2024. Madeline will be remembered and sadly missed by her husband, Henry; sister, Agnes; daughter, Mary-Anne; son, Jeremy (Ida); grandchildren, Victoria and Evan. Madeline and Henry would be celebrating their 62nd anniversary in July of this year.
Madeline, Henry, and their children immigrated to Canada from Singapore in 1976. Madeline valued education and was a teacher, herself, at the beginning of her career. She then accomplished multiple designations through her work at Mutual Life of Canada until her retirement. In 2005, Madeline and Henry moved to Victoria to be closer to their daughter.
Madeline loved music throughout her life, especially playing the piano, Omnichord, and singing. She led choirs in her church and made many lifelong friends. Madeline’s other passion was playing golf, and she shared this passion with her husband, Henry. They played golf almost every day during their retirement. Madeline had a competitive side, and it was not surprising for her to win many of her tournaments.
At the heart of it all, Madeline was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She was devoted to her family and enjoyed cooking and sharing South East Asian foods for all to enjoy.
A Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 10am at St. Elizabeth Church, 10030 Third St, in Sidney, BC, followed by a reception.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation or the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Roberta Gault
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Roz chua Dear Henry, Agnes, Maryanne Jeremy and his family, it is with heartful condolences upon hearing of Mag’ passing. She has suffered much with cancer and now she is released of her sufferings and is happy in heaven with her Mom and her sister Cecilia. We will pray for you and your family during this sad and difficult times.
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Josephine Lai Josephine Lai, Hi, Henry, Agnes,Mary-Ann,Jeremy,Ida,Victoria & Evan.I am Josephine Lai a close friend of Agnes and also the sister of Mary Lai who was Madeline childhood classmate from St Anthony Covent School. Madeline was a close friend of my late sister Mary during their school days. I met Madeline and you and the family at Agnes frequent wonderful Malaysian dinners in Port Alberni many years ago when I was a pharmacist at Woodwards. My deepest condolences to you, Agnes Mary-Ann, Jeremy and his family. May she rest in peace and I will keep her in my thoughts and prayers. With Love, Josephine Lai.
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Mike & Maureen Scholefield Maureen & I would like to pass on our condolences to Mary-Ann, Henry & the family in the passing of Madeleine. We had many pleasant celebrations of New Years with as they provided wonderful Asian meals. She was our Strata secretary while I was President and she was a meticulous person and a treat to work with. She will be missed by all who knew her. May she R.I.P.
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Chuck Groot My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Madeline was a strong yet gentle soul. she will be missed.
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Dena Carroll A beautiful life – well lived! Thank you for sharing her beautiful and accomplished life’s story. As a friend of Mary-Anne’s I didn’t know Madeline directly but heard many beautiful things about her and the many adventures they took together over the last few years. So many beautiful memories to hold dearly.
Our deepest condolences and love to my beautiful friend, her Dad and all the family. Allan and Dena Carroll
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Ken Teng Our condolences, Uncle Henry. Rest in peace Auntie Madeline.
Ken Teng, Brenda Kapasky, Emma Teng and Matthew Teng.
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Daniel Poon I didn’t have the privilege of knowing Madeline for too long, nor did I have too many opportunities to interact with her, but the times I did I was always blessed by her cheerful attitude. May she now rest in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father and may He say to her “Well done, good and faithful servant…Enter into the joy of your master.” (Matthew 25:23 ESV)
To Madeline’s family, I wish to extend my condolences to you for your loss. Please know that you will be in my prayers during this time of grief and sadness.
May God bless you and keep you.
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Seok Yam Chew Dear Uncle Henry, I’m Seok Yam, Kai Chee’s daughter. My Mum and Auntie Madeline were cousins and I met you, Auntie Madeline and your family many years ago when you visited Singapore. My brother, Kay Cheng, sister in law, Gayle and I would like to send our deepest condolences to you, Mary Anne, Jeremy and Auntie Agnes for your loss. May the Lord keep you all in His love, comfort and peace. Rest in eternal peace, Auntie Madeline.
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Mary-Ann Van Der Beek Dear Uncle Henry, Mary-Anne, Jeremy and family,
Hello! I am Mary-Ann Van Der Beek and am related to you via our Mums. My mother Ng Kai Yin was your mother’s 1st cousin as our grand parents – your grandpa Kwok Kum Woh and my grandma Kwok Kum Chun – were siblings. Sorry for the long-winded intro but just wanted to give you the connections as we have not had the opportunity to meet in person.
My brother Michael & I would like send you our condolences on your loss. Do know we are keeping all of you in prayer for strength & peace during this difficult time. Take heart that A Madeline is now at peace and with her Lord in her eternal home.
Do take care and hope to meet you all someday. God Bless! Hugs!
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Jack Adrichem My condolence to Henry sister Agnes
Mary Ann Jeremy Ida
And Grandchildren
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GRACE YEO To Uncle Henry, Aunty Agnes, Mary-Anne,
Jeremy, Ida, Victoria & Evan,Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Aunty Madeline. In this time of loss, we pray that you find comfort in God’s loving embrace. Lift your pain and sorrow to Him and feel His love because Aunty Madeline is now in His loving arms.
With Love
Allan, Grace, Rachel, Darryl and Losh
Elizabeth, Samuel and Susana
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GRACE YEO To Uncle Henry, Aunty Agnes, Mary-Anne,
Jeremy, Ida, Victoria & Evan Bernard & family,
Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Aunty Madeline. In this time of loss, we pray that you find comfort in God’s loving embrace. Lift your pain and sorrow to Him and feel His love because Aunty Madeline is now in His loving arms.With Love
Allan, Grace, Rachel, Darryl and Losh
Elizabeth, Samuel and Susana
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Susanna Comadina So sorry to hear about Madeline she was such a beautiful and caring person and will be sadly missed by all. My deepest sympathies to all the family and I will keep her in my prayers. RIP Madeline.
Hello Henry and family.
I was so sorry to hear of Madeline’s passing. She was a great golfer and loved the competition.
Take care,
Roberta Gault (Berta)