Roland M. Endert

Roland Martin Endert, lovingly known as Rollie, passed away with the comfort of family by his side on June 28, 2021. He spent the last few years at Resthaven Lodge, thus fulfilling his desire to be both back on Vancouver Island and close to the ocean during the twilight of his life.

Roland will be remembered by his son, Murray and family, Jillien, Brayden and Brynlee of Comox; his daughter, Heather and family, Andrew and Alex; their mutual children's mother, Debbie of Victoria; his brother, John and his wife, Wendy; half sister, Tanya; stepsister, Vanessa of Ontario; and his cousins, Marion and Errol of PEI; and Roy of Netherlands. He is predeceased by his mother, Elizabeth of Hamilton, Ontario and father, Carel of Oakville, Ontario. His beloved daughter, Christen, passed away in 2020 and it brings the family peace to know they will be together once again.

Roland was born in Curaçao, Dutch West Indies, he subsequently moved to Canada at a young age and was raised in and around Hamilton, Ontario. During these years, he could often be found on his Lightning-class sailboat with his brother, John, sailing around Hamilton Bay. In 1976 Roland decided he wanted to spend the rest of his life in British Columbia. It was there that he met Debbie and shared in the joy of having three children. Rollie enjoyed sharing his love of nature and outdoor activities with his children. Both Murray and Heather agree that family camping trips to Hornby Island are some of their fondest memories.

The family are grateful for condolences and will be planning a private celebration of life which will include spreading of Roland's ashes at some of his favourite camping and sailing locations. Roland valued community, kindness and generosity; he offered the same to many friends over his lifetime. Therefore, the family kindly requests that any donations go to 'Our Place', an organization which offers a sense of belonging to Greater Victoria's most vulnerable citizens.

Our Place
919 Pandora Ave.
Victoria B.C.
V8V 3P4