Desmond MCKILLOP

McKILLOP, Desmond Gerard
Passed away peacefully, two weeks before his 93rd birthday, at the family home in MacKenzie Heights, Vancouver. Des is survived by Pat, his wife of 68 years, four sons (Chris, Greg, Alan and Ken), their spouses, eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He loved to perform (appearing in the first Theatre Under the Stars) and played a multitude of instruments. He served as a Navy paymaster during the war before joining BC Electric (later BC Hydro) for almost 40 years. After retiring, Des and Pat travelled extensively, spent countless hours on their boat Undine (BYC), and cared for grandchildren and "grandpets". Dad was a highly intelligent man who graduated from high school at age 15, received his B.Comm ('47) and R.I.A. ('61) from UBC and was registered as a CMA. He was very handy with his extensive tool collection, had a passion for finding a good deal and kept friends all over the world amused with his emailed "funnies". We will deeply miss him. The family particularly wishes to thank Dr. James and caregivers Tas, Flor and Hilda for all that they have done for Des (and Pat). A Celebration of Des' Life will be held at the Kerrisdale Seniors Centre, 5851 West Blvd Vancouver, from 2:30 to 4:30 on July 7. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the CNIB.