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BORN
1946
DIED
2022
Bonnie HALLETT Obituary
Born in 1946 to Pat and Hugh, Bonnie's early life was shaped by her dad's airforce career, which brought them around Canada and overseas. Among the most fondly remembered adventures were childhood in Goose Bay, high school in Switzerland, and living in Czechoslovakia where her dad served as the Canadian military attaché.
Bonnie completed her Bachelor of Arts at Dalhousie, and later a certificate in hotel management in Bermuda. After her daughter Alison was born, she settled in Victoria and began working at the law library at UVic, which was the start of a 35 year career at the university. Bonnie was quickly promoted to acquisitions supervisor, and she later held fond memories of her days in the law library. She completed a Masters degree in Public Administration at night school while working full time at UVic. In 1991, she moved to the Human Resources Department as an advisor. Highlights of her HR career included stints in classification and compensation, labour relations, and recruitment and training. In 2005, she became the Manager of Employment Services.
Throughout her life, Bonnie cherished a deep connection with her family, and spent most Sundays visiting parents Pat and Hugh. Her loving support of daughter Alison led her to invest her time as the chair of the board of St. Margaret's School and as an Air Cadet officer. She was a longtime resident of Fairfield, living next door to sister Magee. She volunteered on the Alumni Board of UVic and with Wear2Start.
Bonnie was a devoted crafter who loved quilting, doll making and other textile arts. Crafting weekends with friends were a special joy. In her later years Bonnie was a resident of Berwick House Royal Oak, Amica on the Gorge, and Beckley Farm Lodge. In each place, she immersed herself in activities, and was known for her sharp wit and one-liners. Her family is grateful for the care and kindness that Bonnie received at each home. Donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to the Parkinson's Society of BC.
Memories and Condolences
for Bonnie HALLETT
9 Entries
Michael Martin
March 3, 2023
What a fantastic lady Bonnie was. Alison I am sorry for your loss and am thinking of you.
Wear2Start Society
March 9, 2022
We were saddened to hear of Bonnie's passing and will be posting on our social media links in her memory. She is fondly remembered by a few of her former volunteer colleagues - one of whom still works on the Wednesday team as a Boutique Consultant. Please accept our many condolences.
Ambere Porter (Heintzman)
March 8, 2022
My sincere condolences to you Alison and your family. Your mother was always so kind to me as a teen at SMS, and I remember her warm laughter.
Kathleen Boland
March 6, 2022
I was saddened to hear of Bonnie´s passing. My sincere condolences to Magee and the rest of the family. As someone new to staff supervision at UVic she assisted me often and in sometimes delicate interactions. She impressed me with her quick grasp of situations and keen understanding of human resources protocol.
Lauren Charlton
March 6, 2022
Bonnie was a consummate professional. I worked with her for many years at UVic. She was very well respected on campus for her breadth of knowledge and expertise in Human Resources. If I had a unique HR matter to resolve I felt confident that Bonnie could quickly assist in addressing it. She was greatly missed when she retired and has left too soon.
I send my sincere condolences to her family.
Lorraine Mainwaring
March 6, 2022
My sincere condolences to Bonnie's family.
Carolina Ashe
March 5, 2022
Bonnie was a wonderful friend, and I miss her very much. Condolences to Magee, Alison and Torin on the loss of your dear family member.
Robyn Robeerts Evans
March 5, 2022
I was very sorry to see that you had lost Bonnie. Although we had lost contact many years ago, I am forever grateful for the time and thought that she put into helping me with my wedding, and my mother's before that.
Chris Main
March 5, 2022
Really sorry to hear of Bonnie´s passing. She was a great lady. My sympathy for Magee, Alison and her lovely grandchild.
RIP
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