Beloved Michael John Percy, 67, born in Kingston, Ontario to John and Mary Percy, passed away on May 30th, 2022 surrounded by family in his home in Victoria BC.
Through his passion for fashion and his dapper style, Michael found his calling as a hairstylist for 48 years. He opened Michael John Hair Design in 1986 where his colleagues and clients became lifelong friends and were very dear to him. Michael moved to Victoria in 1978 with his wife, Jayne, where they raised their family of 3 children, Brittany, Christian and Janelle. He was a kind and loving partner to Jayne, an amazing father to his three children and a fun Poppi to his 5 grandchildren. In his spare time he loved tennis, cheering his children on in sports, junk food night, hockey, family vacations at the lake and spending time with his family and friends. He always kept us laughing with his bad dad jokes and funny antics.
Michael is survived by his wife, Jayne; children, Brittany (Dallas), Christian (Ariana) and Janelle (Alex); grandchildren, Rocklind, Easton, Lincoln, Alora and Lennox; sisters, Darlene (deceased), Sandra, Joanne, and Pamela; brother, John; stepbrother, Peter, stepsister; Jane and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Heaven received a good one.
The family is holding a private Funeral and Celebration of Life on June 10th, 2022. We ask that any donations made in Michael’s honour be made to your local animal shelter. Michael always had a soft spot for dogs.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Roger Singh
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Lesley Langfield It is with great sadness to hear of Michaels passing. My sincere condolences to all the family.
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Sarah Krook I’m so sad to hear of Michael’s passing. We ran into eachother last year and he spoke just the kindest words to me and brought me to tears. It makes me smile to see him described here as dapper, as that is how I will always remember him. Rest easy friend, your terrible dad jokes will be sorely missed.
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Judi Quail I am really sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. I was fortunate to have him as a hairdresser for 35 years and I really appreciated his style, talent, sense of humour, choice of music and kindness. It is true that “Heaven has received a good one”. My sincere condolences to you all.
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Sandy Andrews Thinking of you and your family at this time.
Enjoyed our time as neighbors with you on Mina AveSincerely,
Sandy, Melinda and Travis Andrews
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Pinder cheema Dear family of Michael – I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and father in law. Michael was my hair stylist for almost 20 years. Over that time we talked about everything-fashion, clothes, politics, the value of hard work ( he was so proud of how accomplished his children were) and finally, his wife’s amazing air B&B business. Of course we always talked about his amazing wardrobe and and his most recent purchases. It was amazing how he could coordinate different pieces and look like a page out of A fashion magazine. I was so fortunate to have known him and miss him. My deepest condolences to your family.
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Judith Stuart Sometimes life seems to go by so fast and you wish you had stopped and said hello, exchanged a word or two, thanked that person for the care and attention that they had bestowed on you, their laughter, their sweet disposition but….
My condolences to his family, they meant the world to him. We pass this way but once but the memories we leave last a lifetime. Michael John was a good one.
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Bruce Heayn Dear Jayne and all of the family
I was very saddened to learn of your loss. Michael was my hair stylist for about twenty years on Blanshard St and through that time we grew to know and appreciate each other.
As our families were similar ages we exchanged many tales of childrens’ growth and developments. I saw him as a kind and loving parent, very proud of his family and each kid’s accomplishments.
We swapped bad dad jokes many times, each building our repertoire or arsenal, to later be unleashed with perfect timing. He had great humour.
We also often exchanged holiday plans, reports and destinations, including lakeside cabin rentals at Sproat and Shawinigan
He was a kind, good person and I know his memory will be cherished by his family.
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Mary-Ann and Dennis Dyck Our heartfelt condolences to Jayne, Christian, Brittany, Janelle and all the family.
We were very saddened to hear of Michael’s passing. We know how much you will miss him and
are thinking of you all at this sad time.Dennis and Mary-Ann Dyck and Family
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Deb Bell I was saddened to hear of Michael John’s passing. I was a regular client with another stylist at his shop. My condolences to his wife, children and grandchildren.
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Connie Mitchell With deepest sympathies. May you always rest in the warm embrace of his profound love for you. You were the lights of his life.
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Marjorie Percy Condolences and prayers to Jayne, Brittany, Christian and Janelle and grandchildren . Aunt Marj .
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andre Joseph besenyo Andre Besenyo (Fashion Focus Hairdesigners)
It is with sadness I am reading of M.Js passing. We worked together for a number of years and had nice memories of M.J, as we affectionately called him.
My condolences to all the family
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Margaret Melvin So sorry to hear of Michael‘s passing. He was my hairstylist for 40 years, we jokingly referred to him as my hair husband.
We had many great conversations about our children as they grew up, movies, music and very often, hockey particularly the Canucks. I have seen him struggle over these past few years but he faced it all with such courage and good spirits. He is so proud of his family and I know he was a wonderful dad and granddad. Heaven truly did get a good one. My deep condolences to all his family, he loved you very much .
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Maureen Whibley It was with great sadness that I read of Michael’s passing.
I was a long-time client of Michael’s and will always remember him as such a lovely person – always kind, always classy.
My heartfelt condolences to you all.
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Natalie & Mark Our sincere condolences to Jayne, Brittany, Janelle, Christian & extended family at this very sad & heart-breaking time….the passing of our dear friend, Michael.
Michael was unique & a very special soul. Much loved by all that knew him. Creative, talented, sweet & charming & always ready with a smile & a kind word. Gone too soon, but will always live on in our hearts. Rest in peace now, Michael…bless you.
Natalie & Mark
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John Singleton Hello I am John Singleton, Michael’s cousin in Kingston Ontario. In deepest sympathy for your loss and at this difficult time may you feel comfort in knowing that other members of the family share in your sorrow. May God bless and keep the fond memories of Michael in your hearts.
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Mark Percy Very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. My condolences to the family.
Dearest Jayne and family,
I’m deeply sorry for your loss, I have fond memories of MJ, your 1st ‘child’ Shere Khan, MJ’s hanger collection and his forward fashion style. I hope you both finally enjoyed the champagnes!