Recently Passed Archives — Victoria Simply Cremations

Timothy Charles Lawrence Michael Perkins

Passed Away: 2025-02-26

With such great sadness I must announce the passing of Timothy Charles Lawrence Michael Perkins. At 72 years, he knew the most superb joy came from being of service to others, in kindness, in generosity, in humour, in expertise, or in just giving directions, and he lived for that joy. Tim died Tuesday evening, at [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-01-28

Gerald McDonald (dad pops) was a very intelligent man that knew everything there was to know about everything, from all types of vehicles to building houses. Whenever there was a question to be answered all, I had to do was call dad. He loved us kids deeply and even though he never said it out [read more…]

Obituary added: February 20, 2025

Perry Taylor There is so much that can be said about a man who lived such a full life. Perry was born in Winnipeg in 1945 to parents Phyllis and Archie Taylor. As a child, Perry’s exuberant imagination filled his life with both fictional and real friendships. His kindness, and ability to connect to others [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-02-06

Diana Yaremchuk (nee Allan) passed away Feb 6 2025 from cancer at the age of 77. Diana was born in Princeton BC, grew up in Kamloops, then moved to Squamish where she raised her children. Before her passing she confirmed that her years in Squamish with her young children were the best years of her [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-02-03

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Ella Mae Dalton (nee Patterson). She passed away peacefully Monday, Feb 3 at Saanich Peninsula Hospital after a brief fight with pneumonia. She is survived by her brothers Willam (Deborah) and James (Linda), her sons Patrick (Leanne) and Michael (Jennifer), her cherished [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-02-23

Lorraine A. Nicely of Chemainus, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, must have been quite surprised when she woke up dead on January 23, 2025. She was 89, but thought she would live another 10 years at least. Now she is living in a new way the spirituality she practiced, which was the motivating factor in almost everything [read more…]

Passed Away: 2024-12-03

May 13,1945 – December 3, 2024 Edie Erith, age 79 passed away peacefully in Sidney, B.C. Born in Barachois Quebec, she was a cherished daughter, sister, wife, and mother. Edie work at the Royal Bank in Montreal, Vancouver, and Victoria. She was most proud of having her own knitting store (EDIE’S KNITTING ROOM) in Duncan. [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-01-18

JAMES STANLEY FAIR 1933 – 2025 Time and tide wait for no man–a phrase not lost on Jim Fair as he navigated the beauty of the Gulf Islands and Desolation Sound as captain of his Grand Banks, ‘Daphne’ for 35 years in his spare time. At work, Jim navigated the halls of the Ministry of [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-01-28

Carrie was the 2nd of two children born to Albert Lawson and Jessie Townley of Borwick Lancaster, England. She enjoyed her childhood on her parent’s farm and often remembered the lambs she cared for every spring. During WW2 Carrie worked for the Canadian Treasury where she met and married her husband Douglas Mitchell who was [read more…]

Passed Away: 2025-01-04

Frank W. Lane (July 26, 1934 – January 04, 2025) It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Frank Lane. Frank passed away peacefully in Victoria General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Eileen and his 4 children, Herb (Wendy), Janice (Steve), Barb and [read more…]

Don’t even think about using anyone else.

Leslie at Simply Cremations has been beyond outstanding in her support, understanding and professionalism following the death of my father. Don’t even think about using anyone else.

Fiona L.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-02-25T09:11:57-08:00

Fiona L.

Leslie at Simply Cremations has been beyond outstanding in her support, understanding and professionalism following the death of my father. Don’t even think about using anyone else.

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Respectful, caring, and accommodating

I met Leslie the day after my sweet Dad passed away. She was sensitive, respectful, caring, and accommodating.

The service she gave us from start to finish has been above and beyond, with her personally delivering a second urn to us one year later that should have been picked up by another family member.

I have come away from the whole experience with one final thought, I wish my Dad could have met her when he was alive, he would have enjoyed her too!

Linda C.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-02-25T09:16:03-08:00

Linda C.

I met Leslie the day after my sweet Dad passed away. She was sensitive, respectful, caring, and accommodating. The service she gave us from start to finish has been above and beyond, with her personally delivering a second urn to us one year later that should have been picked up by another family member. I have come away from the whole experience with one final thought, I wish my Dad could have met her when he was alive, he would have enjoyed her too!

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Leslie was a pleasure to deal with

When my mother passed away we reached out to Simply Cremations to assist with the arrangements for our mother's cremation.

Leslie was a pleasure to deal with. We felt no pressure to purchase services we did not require and our interaction was handled in a professional, compassionate and relaxed manner.

Linda C.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-02-25T09:17:29-08:00

Linda C.

When my mother passed away we reached out to Simply Cremations to assist with the arrangements for our mother's cremation. Leslie was a pleasure to deal with. We felt no pressure to purchase services we did not require and our interaction was handled in a professional, compassionate and relaxed manner.

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Kind and efficient service

Dear Leslie & company,
So appreciate your kind and efficient service after my dads passing.I know he would want to thank you too ;).

Jennifer H.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-02-25T09:18:32-08:00

Jennifer H.

Dear Leslie & company, So appreciate your kind and efficient service after my dads passing.I know he would want to thank you too ;).

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A pleasant experience

Thank you for making the process of arranging our Mom's cremation so simple, from the relaxed atmosphere, to the resident "therapy cats" We will not hesitate to recommend you. Just wonderful service from start to finish, you even delivered everything to us, Thank you Jordan and Leslie, you girls are just great!

Andrea B.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-02-28T16:42:00-08:00

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Efficient & attentive service

Hello Leslie,

Just a quick not to let you know the package you sent arrived here, all in perfect condition.

Thank you so much for your efficient and attentive service, it was very much appreciated.

It would appear this matter is now concluded.

Thanks again.

L.H.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-04-27T11:54:21-07:00

Hello Leslie, Just a quick not to let you know the package you sent arrived here, all in perfect condition. Thank you so much for your efficient and attentive service, it was very much appreciated. It would appear this matter is now concluded. Thanks again. L.H.

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APPRECIATED

"Your caring and kindness are appreciated more than words can say, Thank you"

David, Olivia and Sally

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-06-15T14:16:55-07:00

"Your caring and kindness are appreciated more than words can say, Thank you" David, Olivia and Sally

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We loved the cats!

"Leslie, We appreciate all your help, and your comforting and warm disposition. And we loved the cats! Thanks for taking care of our loved one,

Ruth and Karen

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-07-15T14:49:25-07:00

"Leslie, We appreciate all your help, and your comforting and warm disposition. And we loved the cats! Thanks for taking care of our loved one, Ruth and Karen

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Professionalism and Kindness..

Leslie. My sister Elizabeth and I want to thank you for your extremely kind and wonderful help in dealing with our fathers death and cremation. You handled it with professionalism and kindness. And you've continued to help us by signing documents and helping with a memorial long after the bill was settled. We would highly recommend you to anyone faced with the same problems. Thank you. Sincerely. Catherine Porter

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-07-29T13:07:00-07:00

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Kind, warm, efficient, professional

Hi Leslie, I want to thank you for the beautiful space you provided for us to honour my Step-Father’s life. It was beautiful, and made everything so stress free. You provide exemplary service in every possible way. I would not think of using anyone else. You are such a pleasure in all ways, kind, warm, efficient, and professional. Thank you so much for everything you have done in handling my mother and then, my step-fathers cremation.

Anne

Victoria Simply Cremations

2016-08-25T14:56:26-07:00

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Professional & Compassionate Service

Jordan is a treasure, she has been so thoughtful , efficient, smart and kind. I am so thankful to Simply
Cremations for such wonderful service and for Jordan's professionalism and compassion. It has made a tragic and painful event a little easier. She gave comfort first then top notch service, God bless you guys - Chris M.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2018-05-01T12:38:20-07:00

Jordan is a treasure, she has been so thoughtful , efficient, smart and kind. I am so thankful to Simply Cremations for such wonderful service and for Jordan's professionalism and compassion. It has made a tragic and painful event a little easier. She gave comfort first then top notch service, God bless you guys - Chris M.

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Thank you from Laurie MacDuff

Dear Leslie

I want to thank you for everything you have done for me at Simply Cremations. Your dedication and attention to detail after the sudden passing of my husband Jamie has been such a comforting experience. Your personal touch and thoughtful actions will never be forgotten. I am recommending your outstanding service to all my friends and neighbours.

Laurie MacDuff

Victoria Simply Cremations

2020-04-23T16:29:21-07:00

Dear Leslie I want to thank you for everything you have done for me at Simply Cremations. Your dedication and attention to detail after the sudden passing of my husband Jamie has been such a comforting experience. Your personal touch and thoughtful actions will never be forgotten. I am recommending your outstanding service to all my friends and neighbours. Laurie MacDuff

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Thank you from Cheri in Quebec

Leslie, your compassion is so perfect for your profession. I can't thank you enough for your kindness, grace, and efficiency. I will highly recommend anyone in need to trust they will be in the best of hands with you and the services of Simply Cremations.

Cheri R.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2020-05-26T11:51:28-07:00

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Thank you from Katrina

Thank you so much Mallory and Leslie.

The two of you have made this process as easy as such a difficult time can be. I am forever grateful for all of your help and guidance. You are wonderful and truly caring people and so good at what you do. Thank you for everything.

Katrina

Victoria Simply Cremations

2021-03-25T18:27:52-07:00

Thank you so much Mallory and Leslie. The two of you have made this process as easy as such a difficult time can be. I am forever grateful for all of your help and guidance. You are wonderful and truly caring people and so good at what you do. Thank you for everything. Katrina

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Everything was handled perfectly

Hello Leslie
We just returned from vacation and the first thing I wanted to do is to thank you for the exceptional service you and Mallory provided making the arrangements for my father's recent passing. Everything was handled perfectly because of you ~ who would have thought this part was so simple.

Greg A.

Victoria Simply Cremations

2024-03-05T05:56:47-08:00

Greg A.

Hello Leslie We just returned from vacation and the first thing I wanted to do is to thank you for the exceptional service you and Mallory provided making the arrangements for my father's recent passing. Everything was handled perfectly because of you ~ who would have thought this part was so simple.

https://www.victoriasimplycremations.com/testimonials/everything-was-handled-perfectly/

Victoria Simply Cremations

Obituaries: Recently Passed

Timothy Charles Lawrence Michael Perkins

Passed Away: 2025-02-26

Gerald Edwin McDonald

Passed Away: 2025-01-28

Perry Taylor

Obituary added: February 20, 2025

Patricia Diana Yaremchuk

Passed Away: 2025-02-06

Ella Mae Dalton

Passed Away: 2025-02-03

Lorraine Ann Nicely

Passed Away: 2025-02-23

Mary Ann Edith Erith

Passed Away: 2024-12-03

James Stanley Fair

Passed Away: 2025-01-18

Carrie Mitchell

Passed Away: 2025-01-28

Frank Wilbur Lane

Passed Away: 2025-01-04