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Victor Mar Obituary
MAR, Victor May 24, 1933 - August 1, 2010 Victor was surrounded by his loving family when he passed peacefully in his sleep. He was courageous and valiant in his long battle with COPD right to the very end continuing to inspire and encourage everyone around him. Victor was the recipient of the Centennial Medal July 1, 1967 for his meritorious service to the nation as a Canadian customs officer. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 52 years, Pansy, daughters Joni (Clint), Connie (Frank), Stacie, grandchildren Kira, Alex, Brittany, Mikayla, mother Mabel, brothers Allan (Patricia), Andy (Sue), sisters Verna (Laddie), Betty (Bill) and Sylvia (Ian). We are grateful for the excellent care of Dr. Saberi and the compassionate nurses at the Burnaby General Hospital Unit 2C. A celebration of his life will take place on Thursday, August 12th at 2:00 p.m. at Forest Lawn Chapel, 3789 Royal Oak Avenue in Burnaby, followed by light refreshments. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to BGH Restorative Care Unit or the Canadian Lung Association.
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Lisa MacNeil
August 17, 2010
Connie, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Lisa, Brendan, Megan and Margaret MacNeil
Todd Wong
August 11, 2010
Good thoughts to Auntie Pansy, cousins Joni, Connie and Stacie, and your loved ones... More positive thoughts to you - Uncle Vic as your spiritual being lives on. Thinking of your lots... and all you did for us and shared with us. Peace & Blessings.
- your nephew Todd
August 10, 2010
On behalf of the GFS Calgary team, we would like to express our condolences to Connie Geier and her family.
We are thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.
David Barber, President
GFS Calgary
August 10, 2010
On behalf of the GFS Montreal group, I wish to express my sincere condolences to Mrs. Geier on the loss of her father.
Richard Senechal, President
GFS Montreal
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Bonnie Willimott
August 10, 2010
Dear Joni,
Warmest thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this sad time. I am sure your father's courage and dignity will be a beacon for you for a very long time to come.
Best wishes,
Marc DeSpirt
August 9, 2010
Stacie,
I was sad to hear about your father's passing. I know this is a difficult time for you. Please extend my condolences to your mother, sisters, and other family members.
Christine Klukas
August 9, 2010
Dearest Connie,
We extend our sincere condolences to you and all your family as you mourn the loss of your father. You have been much in our hearts this past week.... And we pray that you would take great comfort in the wonderful legacy left behind by your father as is evidenced in your beautiful family. Our love goes out to you and your family knowing something of your grief during this difficult time...
Love, Christine, Elmar, Sarah Marie, Andrew and Emily Klukas
August 9, 2010
Dear Connie , Frank Brittnany and Mikayla . we are so sorry to hear about your loss of your Dad and grandfather , we are thinking of you during these difficult days . Julius and Ann
Barbara Young
August 9, 2010
To all of you my thoughts as well as my Mom's and sisters & Russell are with you at this difficult time. Memories of good times spent with each other I hope will bolster you all at this time. Our most sincere condolences.
Love,
Cousin Barbara (Ruth's daughter #2)
August 8, 2010
Dear Auntie Pansy & family,
We pray that God's love and peace are with all of you at this difficult time. Uncle Victor was a much-loved part of the larger family - he will be greatly missed.
All our love, Glenn, Bethany, Linnea & Anthony
Cynthia Sauchuk
August 8, 2010
Dear Stacie and Family,
I am grateful for the opportunity to have met Mr. Mar while on a trip to Vancouver visiting Stacie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rhona, Ron, Grace & Natalie Lichtenwald
August 8, 2010
Dear Joni, Kira and Alex, we are very sorry for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. What a lovely man - you will have so many wonderful memories to cherish forever.
Jennifer Li
August 8, 2010
Dear Stacie,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Please take comfort in knowing that your dad knew he had such a caring and loving family.
Thinking of you all.
Love Jennifer, Richard, Logan and Lana Li
Pat Young
August 7, 2010
Dear Connie, Frank, Brittany and Mikayla,
We were deeply saddened to hear of you dad's passing. Our hearts go out to you and the entire Mar family, and may you find comfort from the loving support of family & friends.
Hugs to all,
Patty & Maddie
August 7, 2010
Dear Connie, girls and all, Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Blessings on the celebration of your dad's life. See you soon.
Lonnie and Rachel
August 7, 2010
Dear Connie, Frank, Brittany and Mikayla
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. may you be surrounded with compassionate love from God the Father through all those who love you and loved your precious father and grandfather.
love, the Heule family
Roberta Lum
August 7, 2010
Dear Pansy & family
I am so sorry to hear of Victor's passing. I'm so grateful that I had a chance to have a brief visit with him at Mabel's birthday celebration.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all -
Love, Roberta
Juhree Zimmerman
August 7, 2010
Dearest Joni and the Mar family--please know that Robert and I are thinking of you all with love and sympathy. We know your dad was an amazing and inspirational man. We are glad he is now comfortable and so sorry for your loss. Love, Juhree & Robert
August 6, 2010
Hi Connie,
So sorry to hear of the sad news about your father. Our thoughts & Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Teri & Jerry Mercier
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