Our dearest Olivia passed away peacefully in the early hours of December 2nd. She was surrounded by the love of her family in her final days. Born in Middleton, Prince Edward Island to Wilfred and Isobel Craig, Olivia had many happy memories of growing up in the farm with her two brothers and two sisters and she loved to share her early life there with us all.
She ventured out west as a young woman where she met Bob and they were married in 1950. They settled in West Vancouver where they raised their 4 children and in 1972 began a new chapter in their lives, moving to Gibsons where they owned and operated “Quality Farm Supply”. Over the years they expanded and it became a garden and pet store as well, eventually taken over by son David and his wife Betty. Olivia was very active in the community, volunteering with the hospital auxiliary, helping in bake sales, and bowling!
She made some very dear friends over the years and was sure to keep in touch with them all. Bob and Olivia treasured their 45 happy years living on the Sunshine Coast. In 2017 they moved to Victoria to be close to their daughters. Olivia radiated love and warmth to all that knew her. Her love for her family was ever present and she was the happiest when all her “dear ones” were together.
Predeceased by her parents and brothers John and Arthur and her dear little dog Ozzie, Olivia will be deeply missed and forever loved by her husband Bob, son Donald (Dawn) daughter Louise (Art), son David (Bette), daughter Diane (Steve), grandchildren Kevin, Ryan, Nicole, Natalie, Heather, Nick, Kristen, Lindsay, Carlee, Lauren and Emily, 15 great grandchildren, her dear sisters Louise (Greg) and Cathy, brother-in-law Ken (Bette) and her many nieces and nephews all of whom she held dear.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Lynda and Lianne Normand
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Karin Bergen So saddened to hear of your mom’s passing, David and Betty… my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time
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Leigh & Dale Golby Our sincere sympathy to Bob and family. We remember you well from the many times you brought Ozzie to stay with us at Castle Rock. Poor Olivia was always apologizing for Ozzie’s behaviour but, we loved him as much as she did. Olivia was always so gracious and appreciative and we know she will be missed by all who knew her.
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Valerie Neat Larose Olivia was a kind and very thoughtful lady, such a pleasure to have known her. My condolences to Bob and her family.
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Carol Wells Rest in peace Aunt Olivia
Condolences to Uncle Bob and the family.
Much love Carol Wells
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Susan Jobes I am so sorry for the loss of your Olivia. It is so hard losing a loved one. You have many fond memories that you will keep close to your heart. Susan Jobes
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Pam McRae Our deepest condolences to her family, we have very many happy memories of Olive at Quality Farms.
Pam,Jon and Barb
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Trevor Davidson When I went to meet Grandma for the first time with my wife Lindsay she accepted me right away and made tea for me! I could feel how her love for her family came first and always mattered. I will always keep her in my heart forever and always RIP Grandma!
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Joan Thibault I am so sorry that Olivia is gone. You will all miss her terribly. She was such an amazing lady. My thoughts are with you all.
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Sandra & Henry Our deepest condolences to
Lindsay & family
It’s never easy to lose a loved one. She’ll remain in your hearts foreverR I P OLIVIA
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Judy Thibault I am so sorry for the loss of Olivia. She was a breath of fresh air when I used to take my small kids in the wagon to Quality Farm.
Hugs and condolences to Bob and the family.
Much love
Judy Thibault
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Kathy Roberts Olivia was such a kind and loving person who radiated joy when talking about her family and friends. She was such a giving person to all who knew her. She could often be found after her “retirement” coming down to Quality Farm to bring goodies or to offer support and help to Dave and Betty & their staff. She had a knack of making people feel special and was always so incredibly positive. She served as such a good role model for all of us in “how to be a good human being”. She will be sorely missed.
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Andrea Barnes I was very sorry to read of Olivia’s passing. My thoughts are with you. Olivia was such a kind and lovely lady. She will be greatly missed.
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Jeanne Bonnell Olivia was just a beautiful person, inside and out, always so kind and welcoming. I hope your fond memories are a comfort during this time.
We were so sorry to read of Olivia’s passing. Our condolences to Bob and family at this difficult time.