Dorothy Spence

SPENCE, Dorothy Hilda (nee Saunders) Died peacefully in Glengarry Hospital, having been predeceased by her husband Russell Andrew Spence (1999). She is survived by: her daughter Sharon Duncan; son Ron Spence; four grandchildren: Victoria (Neal) Fennell; Mark (Pam) Duncan; Chris Duncan; and Kaley (Clay) Leeson; three great grandchildren (Kezia; Yemima and Keren). And of course, her beloved dog, Jabberwalkie. She was born in Saskatoon on March 27,1920, and moved to Victoria in 1928. Dorothy was a significant part of Victoria's Masonic community: twice Worthy Matron, Order of the Eastern Star Victoria Chapter #17; and B.C.'s Grand Representative to New Hampshire; Queen, Daughters of the Nile, Miriam Temple #2, and the Supreme Goodwill Ambassador to the West. She was a proud member of Miriam Temple Patrol and a Past Noble Grand of the ColfaxRebekas, Lodge # 1. Dorothy was also an active lawn bowler at the Lake Hill Club (along with Russell), as well as a constant gardener. The family wish to thank the staff of Chandler Unit A, Glengarry Hospital. There will be a quiet celebration at her request of Dorothy's life, by her family. Tributes, if desired, may be sent as donations to Glengarry's Patient Enhancement Program, Chandler Unit, 1780 Fairfield St., Victoria, V8S 1G7. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com 414002