Dr. Calvin Halliday

Dear Delores and family,
It has been years since I visited Dr. Halliday. When I read about Calvin's passing, I was very quickly reminded of some humourous memories about some of my visits to the his office over the years. I first met Calvin when in 1964. I was 6 years old at the time and terrified of the dentist. I found it kind of neat how he would hum a tune while he was examining my teeth. When he stopped humming the tune, I knew right away he found something wrong. Often I'd hear him working on one of the other patients in one of the neighboring rooms, while I was waiting in the chair. Soon I would hear his humming getting closer and I'd feel a light thump on the top of my head and he would humourly ask how I knew he was still around. (This happened because I was a bit lax at keeping up my regular appointments) For a while I worked at the parkade where Calvin parked his car when he working out of the McMillian Building. I recall Calvin used to drive a blue 67 T-bird with a white roof. His car was a four door version of the car that had the suicide rear doors. (the rear doors were hinged at the rear edge of the doors, like some limosines) Anyway, during my last visit which was sometime in the eighties, I asked him about the car. If I remember correctly I think he told me it was given to him as a gift from wife Delores. I think he still had the car at the time. I remember commenting to him that it is a rare car. Anyway I'm glad I got to meet Dr. Halliday. He was an excellent dentist and a really good guy to talk with. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Dear Kelli and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. Since hearing the news, I've had a flood of memories of him when we were young. Looking back as a parent now, I realize his extreme level of patience for us. But I always knew how much he loved you. Sending lots of love and hugs.

Kelli and Mrs. Halliday my thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of spending time with your family and wish I was closer to speak with you personally.

Dear Kelli and family;
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. It is very difficult to lose a parent, but he will live through you and your beautiful little boys. You are in our thoughts......
Cheryl and Harold Lejbak

To my dear friend Kelli,
My heart goes out to you, your mom, your children and to the rest of your family at this difficult time. I am so truly sorry for your loss.

Dear Delores and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cal was a big part of our life when we were young. Many fond memories. He was a great man and will be missed. Bill and Steve Rabatich and Family.

Dear Delores and Kelli

Thinking of you at this difficult time. Cal will be missed

My condolences to the Halliday family. Dr. Halliday's calm nature made my trips to his practice a pleasant experience for someone who had been terrified of going to the "Dentist" before. I'm sure he will be missed by all.
From an former patient and friend. Carmen Keller

Carmen and Gail Keller, Nanaimo, BC.

Kelli,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your mum. Grant reminded me that your dad his family dentist when he was growing up. He had fond memories of him. I just remember him saving me from the corgies! I'm sure he will be missed by many, but especially you.

Kelli and Delores, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Thinking of you.