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1953
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2024
Douglas Lee Obituary
June 6, 1953 - February 15, 2024
With loving memories and heavy hearts, we announce Doug's passing on February 15, 2024, following complications of a stroke and heart infection. True to form, Doug fought valiantly until the end and died peacefully. Doug leaves to mourn his wife, Jane, beloved daughter Alexandra, loyal dog Tuxedo, sister Mary, cousins, nieces and nephews, as well as many wonderful friends and colleagues.
He lived a rich and full life and was looking forward to celebrating 30 years of marriage in June and joining Alexandra this summer in Ireland shortly thereafter. Doug had a wide breadth of interests and knowledge and was interested in global events and enjoyed spirited political discussions. He fought for the underdog and his kindness and generosity were well known to those closest to him. He possessed a wicked sense of humour and was fiercely loyal to those he loved and respected.
His true passions were his family, sailing and architecture. He graduated UBC Architecture in 1977. He loved his profession and all the creativity and challenges it provided. Over his long career, he met wonderful and talented colleagues, some of whom became dear and cherished friends.
Doug was happiest on the water, hosting friends on Helios, Alien, his dream boat Helios V, and competing fiercely on the racecourse. We wish him fair winds and smooth sailing.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Royal Victoria Yacht Club, 3475 Ripon Road on Friday, March 1st at 1 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Family Services of Greater Victoria, a local non-profit very dear to Doug's heart.
Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Lee
13 Entries
Rob Laird
September 17, 2024
Jane,
By chance I thought of you two tonight. And was surprised to see this.
I´d often thought about my time on alien as a university student back in the mid 90´s. You and Doug were gracious enough to let me be ballast. The last time I saw Doug was here in Calgary in early 2000. So while it´s been a very long time. I wish you all the best. Just wanted to reach out and say hello and that I´m am very sorry for your loss.
All the best.
Crystal (Curves/Christ Church)
March 13, 2024
Jane, I´m so sorry for your loss. Hope you get to join Alexandra in Ireland as I´m sure he´ll be there in spirit.
Rick Townshend
March 8, 2024
My deepest condolences to you Jane and Alexandra. I have very fond memories of racing with Doug on various boats at RVYC. Stay strong.
Rick T
Jeff & Sharon
February 28, 2024
We are very sorry for your loss. Fair sailing Doug.
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Dennis Robinson
February 28, 2024
I met Doug 55 years when we were hanging around boats at the yacht club. In the late 70's we were fierce competitors in the one design Thunderbird Fleet. More recently he was passionate about saving the fountain in Cenntenial Square. My condolences to his family.
Cathy Jupp Campbell
February 27, 2024
We are saddened and so surprised to hear of Doug’s sudden departure. Sending heartfelt condolences to you Jane and Alexandra and dear family and friends .He was such a gentle, kind soul. He will be missed by many .
Cathy Jupp Campbell
February 27, 2024
Jane , Alexandra and family dear, sending heartfelt condolences for the great loss of your loving husband and father. He was a kind and gentle man. So sorry for your loss.
Jill Robertson
February 25, 2024
Dear Jane and Alexandra. We were so sad to hear about Doug. A shock! Our hearts go out to you from Hong Kong. Thankfully we´ll be back by March 2. Jill and Bruce Robertson
Daragh and Cathryn
February 25, 2024
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend Doug. He was a great sailing partner to Daragh, enjoying many good times on the water, and a good hearted friend to us both. We will always think of him with fondness remembering long hikes in the woods with Tux at his side.
David Harvey
February 24, 2024
Jane and Alexandra, we are thinking of you in this time of great loss. We remember many enjoyable occasions spent with Doug sharing boating stories. He will be greatly missed by us.
David Harvey and Margaret Smith
Luis
February 24, 2024
Doug will always be fondly remembered at the Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Center Society, and at the Victoria Social Innovation Centre, where we share the facilities with Family Services of Greater Victoria, for all the selfless support he always gave us, as well as for Little Phoenix Childcare to which he dedicated much of his time, money and effort, together with his beloved wife and life partner Jane, in its creation and until recently in its constant improvement. These must be very difficult times for Jane and Alexandra and their family and close friends. all our sincere solidarity and affection for them.
Fiona Hunter
February 24, 2024
I am so very sorry to read about Doug's death. I had great respect for him and like him very much. My sincere condolences on your loss. Fiona
Dino Valeri
February 24, 2024
Jane,
Our condolences. We will miss Dougs unique insights to so many issues.
We will all miss him on our beer nightts at UVic and rember our sailing afternoons.
We unfortunately cannot make his celebration of life as we are away and will not be home until March 2nd.
Our thoughts are with your family,
Janet and Dino Valeri
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