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SELINA, Albert John Albert John Selina died peacefully on March 1, 2013 in Victoria. He was born New Years Day 1932 in Dundee, Scotland. Albert is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Sheena; children, Frances, Albert (Doris), Stephen (Jessica), Lorraine (David), Paul (Sandra); grandchildren, Kendrick (Joanna), Sheena, Chad, Ashley, Cody, Johnson, Brandon, Christy, Jackson, Evan, Spencer and great granddaughter Kiana. Many nieces and nephews in Scotland. Albert grew up in the Westport, excelled at school went on to university and became a dentist. He married the love of his life, Sheena in 1956. Albert joined the RAF and travelled with his young family to Singapore and Hong Kong. Once back in Dundee, decided to immigrate to Canada where with his friend Dave Phillip they started Colwood Dental group. Albert loved his family, he was a devoted husband, loving father, and a loyal friend. He could always be found giving advice to his kids, study hard, drive carefully, watch the drinking. He found great joy in spending time with his family and friends. Albert loved to golf, spent many hours honing his skills first at Colwood as one of the "Scottish Mafia" and later at Victoria as one of the "Daft Buggars", he separated many a man from a coin or two. Prayers will be offered in McCall's Downtown, corner of Johnson and Vancouver Streets, on March 6, 2013 at 6:30 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St Patrick's Parish, 2060 Haultain Street, on March 7, 2013 at 12:10 PM. Interment at Royal Oak Burial Park. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at VGH, first in Emergency and then on 6th Floor for their kind and compassionate care of Dad. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Heart and Stroke.
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Well my dear we all made if through the Christmas, New Year festivities, your Birthday was not so easy for me. I felt more lost than ever, I miss you so much, people say it gets easier I hope so it has not for me. I love you Dear Albert so much, every
time I think of you the tears are not far behind my darling. Sleep well my love, we will meet again. Love always Sheena
January 8, 2014
Thinking of you grandpa, every day! I will never forget my childhood memories of you and gran taking care of me. I'm happy you are looking down on me and I know you would be proud xo
ashley selina
January 7, 2014
Still miss you every day from waking up to going to sleep. I ache doesn't seem to want to go away, it just seems to get worse. I love you my dear and hopefully we will be together sooner than later. your wee wifie
Sheena Selina
May 27, 2013
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Though I have lost the physical you, I have gained Heavens most precious Angel. I know you are looking down on me everyday and though I am soo soo sad I will never see you again I know you are with me every day and anytime I need you... I look forward to the spiritual relationship we can share now. I Love you so much and I know you will guide us all in the right direction always<3<3<3 Love you to the moon and back xo
Sheena Thompson
April 17, 2013
Just heard of the sad passing of Albert - far too early. Greatly missed by all of us. Thanks for all the fond memories and happy times. Norma and Alex Kiddie.
March 30, 2013
You are a Star now looking down and keeping your eyes on us from above. We miss you Albert, Dad, Grandpa and Papa, we will move on but you will always be in our hearts. Hope you have found peace and a beautiful golf course in the sky to enjoy with the friends that passed on before you. My love for you will never end - Sheena (your wee wifee!!!)
March 22, 2013
Still can't believe your gone pop! We will never forget you. My father lost the man that guided him in the right direction, stood by his side and he looked up to more then anyone. We miss you grandpa still can't believe your gone.
Ashley Selina
March 13, 2013
Still can't believe your gone grandpa. We will never forget you lots of love
Ashley, Albert and Cody xo
March 13, 2013
So sorry for you loss Sheena. We will always remember you and Albert and how friendly you both were on the school reunion trip. Our prayers are with you. George and Nan Reynolds
Nan Reynolds
March 12, 2013
Dear Auntie Sheena and family,
I knew Albert as a kind, generous, loving and, perhaps most of all, fun Uncle. He will be sadly missed by all of us in Wales.
Sending all my love to you across the Atlantic. We are with you, even if not in person.
Vicky xxx
March 12, 2013
You were the life within our family. I have laughed and loved you so long, I`m not sure where to go now! On the 1st of March, 2013 the world lost the most gentle and kind man, we will love you forever and keep you in our prayer`s and in our hearts. God speed my love, you go to a better place where there will be no more suffering, but only peace and love. I miss you my Darling may the Lord ease your pathway to your last resting place HEAVEN.
Sheena Selina
March 12, 2013
Albert was a lovely man. I have fond memories of our schooldays at Lawside and, in more recent years, my wife and I have enjoyed the company of Albert and Sheena on their trips 'home'.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sheena and the family at this time of grief.
John and Anne Ferrie
March 11, 2013
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS SHEENA.
MANY HUGS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
VERONICA MURPHY(LIANG)
March 9, 2013
Dear Sheena & Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Joanne Rogers
March 8, 2013
The Selina Family
So very sorry for your loss. Dr. Selina was a wonderful example for all of us to espire to become. He was a true gentleman, a scholar and one hell of a golfer. He really was one of the "good ones". God bless you all.
Kelly & Jason Whitley
March 7, 2013
Dear Sheena - Out thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.
Sincerely Irene and Peter
Irene and Peter Margetts
March 7, 2013
Dear Sheena and Family, I am sending you my love and prayers at this most difficult time. I hope your memories of Albert give you comfort now and always.
Joy Mazar
March 7, 2013
Sheena. My thoughts are with you at this time. Albert was a good friend over the last forty years and a wonderful family man.
He was one of the most calm, kind and gentle people I have had the good fortune to know.
Jimmy Grier and MJ
March 7, 2013
To my good friend Sheena and family..Joy and I are so grateful for your and Albert's kindness and generosity in taking her into your home when Lou and I moved away from Victoria. She has fond memories of the gentle man that she called "Doc". sorry I can't be there for the service..I know you will have many other friends to hold you in their arms, and Albert in their hearts.
Love from Joni and Larry
March 7, 2013
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss - I have such wonderful memories of Mr. Selena as a child and as an adult - just a lovely, kind and gentle man. My thoughts go out to all of you, Hugs, Debbie Lovett.
Debbue Lovett
March 7, 2013
Thank you so much for being such a kind, loving grandfather and wonderful role model to Brandon and Christy....It was a pleasure to have known such a good man.
Sandra Selina
March 6, 2013
Dear Sheena and family-much sadness in our hearts over your loss.A big shock after seeing Albert looking so dapper,handsome and happy only 2 weeks ago.All our love Ben and Carole Turner
ben and carole turner
March 6, 2013
Our most sincere condolences to all the friends and family.
Luke & Melissa Mintzas
March 6, 2013
Pops we will miss you and never will we forget the dad that was the anchor of our family. You taught us love, values and respect and never to be selfish as you gave so much to all.
We have wonderful memories of many joyful times and will cherish you forever.
Love Albert Jr, Doris, Cody, Chad & Carly
Albert Selina
March 6, 2013
Dear Frances, Stephen and Sheena.
My heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your dear Father and Husband. I well remember their visits to the office and how helpful you folks were during the years we worked together. Fond regards.
Lorne McCulloch
March 6, 2013
Dear Sheena and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Allen & Loreen Vandekerkhove
Theresa & David Cowell
March 6, 2013
Dear Sheena and Family,
My heartfelt condolences go out to you for the loss of your loved one. Albert was such a wonderful man. I will always remember his calm demeanor.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Judy Selina
March 6, 2013
“Your greatness is revealed not by the lights that shine upon you, but by the light that shines within you.”
His light shined brightly. A wonderful father and positive influence in so many ways. Dad, you will be missed. We love you.
Paul and Sandra Selina
March 6, 2013
Your light will always burn bright in our hearts!
Thompson Family
March 6, 2013
Dearest Sheena, Albert Jr & Family: I am so sorry to hear of Albert Senior's passing. I have such warm and amazing memories of you all and the many times water skiing at the lake and spending time at your large dining room table!!! Warm wishes and thoughts from South of the border.
Stuart Westmorland
March 6, 2013
Dear Sheena and family: I am so sorry to hear of Alberts passing. Please know I am thinking of you all.
Penny Gamble
March 6, 2013
Dear Aunty Sheena and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Loving hugs for you all. Carol and George
Carol & George Low
March 6, 2013
Dear Aunty Sheena and family, I'm so sad to hear of Uncle Albert's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of being with your family when I was little, even going to the dentist was fun because it was Uncle Albert. Peace to all of you and know that your loving husband and father is with God and at peace.
Theresa Fayad
March 5, 2013
Dear Sheena & Family
You are in my thoughts and it was a privilege to have known Dr. Selena.
Lindy Lovett
March 5, 2013
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a kind and compassionate man and I have many happy memories of the times our families spent together.
Lindy Lovett
March 5, 2013
God bless you all in your loss We here in Dundee feel the sorrow tempered with pride at having counted Albert as a friend. Stay strong.
Lawside School Reunion GRoup
March 5, 2013
He was a wonderful man I always loved talking to him he will be greatly missed
Henrietta Tremblay
March 5, 2013
A wonderful man gone but not forgotten. You will live on in my heart and prayers until we meet again all my love Carol xxxxx
Carol Anne Low
March 5, 2013
Dear Sheena and Family,
Our sincerest condolences at this time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Best wishes Dave and Kathy
David and Kathy Mick
March 5, 2013
I am so lucky to have spent my whole life with such a wonderful Grandfather. you always looked out for me, I love you so so much Grandpa u will live on in my heart forever. I have heavens most beautiful angel watching over me.
Sheena Thompson
March 5, 2013
Dearest Sheena;
My sincere apologies for our loss, God's speed in the days ahead and may it comfort you to know that family and friends are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Ian and Maureen Matthews
Ian and Maureen Matthews
March 5, 2013
Sheena, I am so sorry. Albert will be remembered in my heart as strong and true friend. My heart goes out to you and the family. All my love, Rita
Rita Romano
March 5, 2013
Sincere condolences from the Colwood Dental Group
Proudly carrying on your legacy.
Dr Dustin Holben,Dr Rob Walker,Dr Ron Ducharme, Dr Kyle Egger and Dr Kerr Williamson
March 5, 2013
We've all lost a top man, a loving caring guy who was very proud of his family. Albert was such a true gent who will be greatly missed.
All of us here in Scotland have our own lovely memories of Albert which we will never forget.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in Canada. xx
The Duncan Family
March 5, 2013
You were the most wonderful man grandpa.. you will always be in my heart. I am so very lucky to have an angel like you watching over me. I love you to the moon and back.
Sheena Thompson
March 5, 2013
I will always remember your smile at family gatherings, and hearing your laugh from across the room. You will truly be missed, but live on in our memories. I feel blessed to have known you.
Kristina Alexander
March 5, 2013
Dear Sheena...I was saddened to learn about Albert's passing...I still can't believe he has gone from us...it is said, however that the one who is adored the most achieves Eternal Life...we will miss him and we will cherish all the happy memories...Sincere condolences to you and all your family...Much love..Ethel Grier Halifax
Unhook the West Port and let us gae free
For it's up wi' the Bonnet's O'Bonnie Dundee
Ethel Grier
March 5, 2013
Dr Selina was our dentist for many years, we were quite disappointed when he retired , our condolences to the Selina family
Karen and Joe Vowles
March 5, 2013
IN MEMORY OF A WONDERFUL MAN AND FRIEND. LOVE TO THE FAMILY FOM CAROLE BOAG
March 5, 2013
Our sincere condolences to you and all your family. He will live on in the hearts and memories of all who knew and loved him. Sending hugs your way. Sincerely Glenna and Bob Johnson ?
March 5, 2013
Thank you for watching out for me while you were here on earth grandpa. I know you will continue to see over me in heaven. Bye Bye Blackbird xo
ashley selina
March 5, 2013
You were a wonderful man Dad, thank you for everything you gave me. I will always love you.
Frances Thompson
March 5, 2013
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