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Solveig Westby Obituary
WESTBY, Solveig Dorthea (Myhre) April 3, 1921 November 16, 2010 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother. Solveig was predeceased by her husband Chester and brothers Hans, Conrad, Reidar, Harlow, and Harold Myhre and sisters Alice Jernslet, Violet Anderson, and Gladys. She was the last remaining child of Kristiane and Matheus Myhre from Norway. She leaves behind sons Bryan (Elspeth), and Gary (Joanne), and her adored grandchildren, Tiffiny (Kekoa) Jaber, Claire, Christine (Bill) Benson, Kirk (Kim), Ryan and Mindy and great-grandchildren Jeremie, Madeline, Bowen, Lilikoi, Jake, Maya and August; brother-in-law Mervyn (Louis) Westby, sisters-in-law Ruth and Anne Myhre and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Solveig and Chester moved from Rose Valley, Saskatchewan to Victoria in 1948 and lived in the Strawberry Vale area for most of those years. They were members of Garden City United Church and the Sons of Norway. Their greatest joy was teaching their family many Norwegian traditions and passing on their family's history. Solveig loved her home and family where she gardened and enjoyed many fabric arts including hardanger embroidery. She enjoyed playing cards and also camping and fishing with her family in their retirement years. Many thanks to the staff at both Royal Jubilee Hospital and Victoria General Hospital with special thanks to Drs. Stiganst and Burnett. A memorial service will be held at Garden City United Church, 4054 Carey Rd. in Saanich on Saturday, November 27 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Renal Unit at Royal Jubilee Hospital. 610417
Memories and Condolences
for Solveig Westby
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Carole & John De Vries
December 8, 2010
We remember your Mother/Grandmother so fondly. We never went to Victoria without seeing her. She was so good to our Mom (Minnie - her cousin) when she lived there too. May her reunion with her parents, husband and siblings ease the loss. God's peace be with you!
December 8, 2010
I met your Mother when I was 21 years old - she was my Mother's (Minnie Myhre Aunet) first cousin. I adored her and your Dad - and will always be thankful that I had the pleasure of knowing her/them all these years. They were very special to me.
My deepest sympathy to all you.
Doreen Aunet Donohue and Jim
November 27, 2010
Bryan & Gary,
My Mom, Valborg Aunet was your mom's cousin. I had met Solvieg & Chester a few times when they visited Saskatoon. I'm sorry for your loss & know you'll treasure all the good times.
Janice Hagberg
Barbara Wright
November 22, 2010
Bryan and Gary,
Your mother was one of the nicest people I have ever met. Through the years I have appreciated everything she did for Christine. I am very sorry for your loss.
Randy Westby
November 19, 2010
My deepest Sympathy on the loss of your Mom/Grandma. She was a wonderful person and we will miss her.
Celeste Alexander
November 19, 2010
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I had only known Solveig for a short time but she was a lovely person and I will treasure the memories she left with me. Our trip to Mayne Island with her niece Carol (my sister) and my children and drinking tea watching Dancing with the Stars. The last time I saw her she we looked at photographs, old and new, of all her family members. She was very proud of everyone and it was obvious they brought her great joy.
Marise Blanchard Mazur
November 19, 2010
Very sorry for your lost. I was bless to meet your grand ma in 1990 when visiting Victoria.
Cindy van Seters
November 19, 2010
Our condolences to all of you. I have many warm memories of your mother / grandmother from our visits to Victoria and her visits to Saskatoon.
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