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Richard Ravenscroft DOBELL

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Richard DOBELL Obituary

DOBELL, Richard Ravenscroft Richard Ravenscroft Dick" Dobell passed away peacefully on April 26, 2012 in South Surrey, B.C. He was born in 1922 in Cheshire, England to parents Alfred Temple and Gladys Dobell. Dick is survived by sons James (Brenda), Peter (Tracy) and grandchildren Michael (Laura), Alison (Bryan), Laura, Charlsy, Tegan and great grandson, Avery. He was predeceased by his first wife Pamela (mother of James and Peter), second wife Vivienne and granddaughter Claire. Dick immigrated to Canada with Pam and his young family in 1950 and began a long and successful career in the lumber business. Dick was also an avid boater and a member of the West Van Yacht Club for over twenty years. Retiring to Salt Spring Island he spent many happy years involved with the tennis club, beach combing and cultivating his vegetables. He was a true gentleman and we will miss him dearly. A memorial will be held on Salt Spring Island at a later date. Contact [email protected] for details. 654994

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Published by Victoria Times-Colonist from May 4 to May 6, 2012.

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May 6, 2012

So sad to read of Dick Dobell's passing, but also glad to know that he lived such a long and fulfilling life. I remember he and Pam as being kind and caring people and good neighbours. My thoughts are with you Peter and James and your families. Theresa Grace.

Mark Greene

May 4, 2012

I was saddened to read the obituary notice for Dick Dobell today. Dick and Pam were good friends of my parents, Charles and Sheila Greene, and since both Dick and my father were avid boaters I fondly recall many happy days at Center Bay or some other cove on one of the islands. As I recall, my dad's boat Kerry Dancer would set sail a few hours before Dick and Pam's (Nayiri?) and we would arrive somewhere just in time for a martini or two. Great memories...
I also spent a lot of my youth with Peter hanging out at his house, and remember Dick (and Pam) as traditional Brits, with their dry wit and quick smile. Always a gentleman, I am sure Dick is sadly missed by his family. My sincerest condolences...

Alan Perry

May 3, 2012

Fond memories of Dick on Salt Spring Island, a very warm and friendly man.Our thoughts are with the family. Alan & Debbie Perry and family

Stephen Ogilvy

May 3, 2012

Remembering you working with my Father for many years in the lumber business.. Stephen Ogilvy

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