Winifred Jean Scott WOOD

WOOD, Winifred Jean Scott 1924 2012 It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Winifred Jean Scott Wood on May 16th, 2012. Winifred was born in Winnipeg on May 18th, 1924. She won a scholarship to study piano at the Royal Academy of Music, England and met her future husband, Robin Wood on the boat going over to London. Winifred was a talented pianist and dedicated teacher. ln 1965, Robin and Winifred returned to Canada to help build the Victoria School of Music. By 1968, it became the renowned Victoria Conservatory of Music. Winifred was made an Honorary Citizen of the City of Victoria and was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the BC Lieutenant Governor in 2004. The Robin and Winifred Wood Recital Hall is dedicated in their honor, as a tribute to their outstanding musical contribution to the community of Victoria. Winifred is survived by Ben, Laura/ Kevin and grandson, Brian. ln lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Conservatory of Music. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com . 656882