Michael ROUGIER

Michael ROUGIER obituary

Michael ROUGIER

Michael ROUGIER Obituary

Published by Victoria Times-Colonist on Jan. 10, 2012.
ROUGIER, Michael Loving husband, father & grandfather passed away peacefully on January 5, 2012 at the age of 86. Born in England, Michael's family was evacuated to relatives in Vancouver and then moved to Victoria where he attended Qualicum Beach Boys' School and continued on to Victoria College at Craigdarrock Castle. He was hired by the Montreal Standard newspaper and soon after by Life Magazine where he led an exciting and adventurous career as a staff photographer for 24 years. Michael had many interests and artistic talents along with a great sense of humour & fun. He was never happier than being with his family at one of the many horse events or in his workshop creating his beautiful woodwork and metal sculptures. He loved being outdoors gardening, birdwatching and taking the dogs for a walk. Later in life, he took up weaving and rediscovered his love for photography. He will be greatly missed by his wife Marilyn and daughters, Karen (Chris), Nina (Bill), grandchildren Will and Lauren and his brother Jeremy and family in England. A tea will be held in his honour at the Fireside Grill at 4509 West Saanich Rd. Saturday, January 14, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. 646282

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October 31, 2012

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Barnett Cline

October 31, 2012

Dear Marilyn and family,
You won't remember my name because we met very briefly more than 40 years ago at your home in south Miami. I met Mike in 1963 in Bolivia during a near civil-war crisis while I was serving as a Peace Corps Physician...and we stayed in touch for a number of years afterwards, including a year during which I traveled around the world on a sailboat. Some people one never forgets,and Mike was one of them for me. My wife Nancy and I send sincere, although belated, condolences...as I just today learned of Mike's passing. I believe I have an old photograph of him I took in Bolivia in 1963. Warm regards,
Barnett (Barney) Cline
Blanco, Texas 78606
[email protected]

Bill Joyce

October 24, 2012

As the first year without him comes closer, I sure miss him....he had such Life about him.

Elizabeth Holmes

February 5, 2012

Marilyn, Karen and Nina - my thoughts are with you all. Such fond memories I have of your dad. When I ran into him it was usually around barns and horses. He would greet me with warmth, genuine interest and his huge smile - memories of which puts a smile on my own face. He will be greatly missed.

Lorraine and David Stuart

January 12, 2012

Marilyn, Karen, Nina, Chris, Bill, Lauren and Will. We are so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. You are lucky to have had him in your lives, he will be a part of you forever.

Sandy Hall

January 12, 2012

Karen, I am thinking of you, your Mom and Sister as you deal with this loss. Your father was a special man - as evidenced by the fact he attracted your Mom, and they produced and raised 2 incredible daughters. What a legacy.

Hugs. Sandy Hall (Heimlich)

January 11, 2012

Karen - my heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your Dad. Alixe Wallis

Carol Rudolph

January 11, 2012

Marilyn, Karen & Nina,
What a unique man Michael was..
Just having known him was indeed a special privilege. The memories will be
with us especially the wonderful horse
event years...
Carol Rudolph & family

January 11, 2012

now you have a view of the whole world... enjoy.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timescolonist/obituary.aspx?n=michael-rougier&pid=155416847

Pat Lamont

January 11, 2012

Dear Marilyn, Karen and Nina. I am sorry to read of Michael's passing. I have many good memories of his generous offerings of time and help in various Pony Club and riding events. He always had the most welcoming smile and a kind greeting for everyone.

Donna & Jamie Gilbert

January 10, 2012

Dear Marilyn, Karen & Nina and families
Its been a long time since I've seen Michael but your family and your welcoming home will be in my memories forever. We send our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Trent Wilkins

January 10, 2012

Glad to have known Michael and work in the wood shop. We had much in common.
Trent Wilkins

Renee Wilkins David McClure

January 10, 2012

When the Rougier family moved in across the street from us in the summer of '72 Michael was like a celebrity, compared with the rest of us "farm folk". Michael and his family brought a new sense of aliveness and interest to our neighbourhood and community with their interesting and adventurous background and LA lifestyle. Along with Michael's regular publishings of the Beaver Lake Gazette which was always entertaining and offbeat. He was truly a gift in my life and will be sadly missed. Renee Wilkins & David McClure

Jessica Peter

January 10, 2012

Marilyn, I wanted to let you know how much Michael was a wonderful, interesting person to know. I am honoured to have known him over the past year and him sharing his wonderful photography, and stories. I deeply respected him and will miss talking with him. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I will miss seeing you as well at the lodge. Jessica Peter (HCW @ broadmead)

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