Dorita Elaine Grant

GRANT, Dorita Elaine (nee Palin) April 26, 1925 - November 17, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dorita Elaine Grant on November 17, 2017. Dorita was born in Victoria on April 26, 1925 to Hugh and Doris Palin. Affectionately known as "Grantie" by her large extended family, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and much loved by her family and friends. Predeceased by her daughter Dorise and survived by her husband of seventy years Marcus, sons Mark (Deborah), Ian (Sandy), Keith, Kevin (Melanie), son-in-law Don Colegrave, sister-in-law June Palin, many cherished nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dorita was an accomplished embroiderer, designer, instructor of textile art, collector of needlework and a maker of sculptured dolls. She was a proud Charter Member of the Embroiderers Guild of Victoria and received her Teachers Certificate in Advanced Crewel Embroidery. Dorita taught textile arts in Victoria for many years sharing her knowledge of needlework subjects. She was also involved in writing the intermediate and advanced embroidery courses of study for the Embroiderers Association of Canada Correspondence School. She spent many years critiquing work done by students and was awarded an Honorary Life Membership for her work with the Association. Numerous examples of her creative work have been on exhibit at civic buildings, art galleries and museums across Canada. Dorita was actively involved for many years with the Girl Guides of Canada serving as a "Brown Owl" with the 34 th. Victoria Unit. Grantie was particularly fond of family gatherings and having the opportunity of assembling the large extended family to catch up on recent events. She also enjoyed her Guild get togethers where she would share recent work and ideas with her friends and colleagues. Dorita's family would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Doctors, Nurses, Professional Caregivers, and Volunteers who provided care, assistance and companionship. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 pm on December 13, 2017 at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.