Service postponed until further notice.
Winsome was born on March 19, 1927 in Victoria and died on January 22, 2020 at Cumberland Lodge. Predeceased by her husband, Don, in 2005. Survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Catherine (John), Margaret (Neil), Susan (George); grandchildren, Angus, Cameron (Britt), Micah (Jeff), Gabrielle, Stephen, Stephanie, and Edward; great-grandchildren, Emily and Khloe. She will also be missed by her sister-in-law, Mary Jean Smith, and her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers, Paul and Peter, and her sisters, Brenda and Barbara.
Winsome attended Margaret Jenkins, Vic High, Victoria College, and UBC. She taught at Creston Valley High School and Vic High, and for many years marked papers and exams for B.C. students taking correspondence courses. Winsome enjoyed bridge, PEO, tap dancing, knitting, sewing, travelling, gardening, hiking, beaches, and lakes, especially Qualicum Beach and Durrance Lake. She inspired others by energetically challenging herself in a wide range of activities, including computer programming, French classes, piano lessons, and preparing income tax returns.
She volunteered throughout her life, serving for many years as a Brown Owl, tutoring students in math, and volunteering with Victoria Mental Health.
The family would like to extend sincere thanks to Cumberland Lodge for their compassionate care over the past two years.
Service postponed until further notice.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Victoria Hospitals Foundation, Mental Health/Archie Courtnall Centre or a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Mary-Ellen & Bob Hutter
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Tom and Cathy Williams Dear Cathy, Margaret, and Sue,
Many fun and happy memories of your mom on Cavendish Ave. Christmas parties, Halloween block parties, Russian dancing at Mom and Dad’s anniversary dinner. Your mom even tutored me in my first year calculus studies. Condolences to you all. Cherish the memories. God bless,
Tom Williams
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Karen Rose Dear Cath, Margaret & Susan:
It was with such sadness that I read of Winsome’s passing. She was such a lovely person and our years of tapping together left me with many wonderful memories of her.
Winsome was always so kind and caring and her sense of humour was a joy, as was her love and pride of her family.
May all your special memories bring you and your families comfort at this time.
With heartfelt thoughts and sympathy,
Karen Rose
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Pat Hall Susan, I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. It is very difficult when you lose a parent. I remember her as a teacher and a parent on the sidelines. My condolences.
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Marlene Gordon My love and sympathy to all of Winsome’s family. I tap danced with Winsome in Velda’s Golden Oldies. We performed a lot of shows together and always had so much fun! I have a lot of wonderful memories of our tap dancing days.
Hugs to all the Family,
Marlene Gordon
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Joan Peggs Catherine and Margaret,
Fond memories of many, many years ago.
Thinking of you.
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Ursula Ratti We met in the fifth grade at Margaret Jenkins school. We were both eight years old.
Eighty-five years later, Winsome is still my best friend.
Bright and fun, mischievous and competitive, loyal and caring – how fortunate I am to have had her in my life.
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Megan Hurn Cathy, Margaret, and Sue, I am very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing – she was a wonderful lady, in every sense of the word. I know you all have wonderful memories by which you’ll keep her in your lives, and the love she gave you to keep her in your hearts. Sending love and hugs to you and yours, Megan & family
Cathy, Margaret and Susan,
Bob and I send our condolences to your families….we first met Winsome at Minstrel Island, she was a lovely lady and had a twinkle in her eye. May all the memories of your Mom help you through this time of sorrow.
Much Love, Mary-Ellen and “Crabby” Bob