Violet Wishart
September 28, 2017
Violet Wishart (nee Wilson) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at the age of 73.
Predeceased by her husband, Harold, and brother, Percy; Violet is survived by her loving daughters, Cindy and Amber; grandchildren Benson (Hannah), Charlotte (Brandon), Aleadra, Hunter, and Quannah; great-granddaughter Sophia; honourary grandchildren Oshea and Shayleen; brothers James (Rose), Claude (Daphne), Lawrence, and Michael (Judy); sisters Jean, Patricia (Don), and Bonnie (Samael); as well numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and "Twisted Sister" Patricia O'Donnell.
Violet loved her community and always was involved.
She was a dedicated volunteer at the Port Alberni Friendship Centre; of which she was also on the Board of Directors for over twenty years. She loved being there and everyone she worked with became her family.
She was also involved with the United Native Nations, and helped with the fundraising to build the Rainbow Gardens facility.
She was also a member of the Rainbow Gardens Auxiliary and the USMA Grandparent Program.
Violet was a very forgiving person and maintained her sense of humour until the end.
Although she will be greatly missed by her family and friends, her family is grateful Violet is no longer in pain and reunited with the love of her life, Harold.
A service for Violet has already been held.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Violet's memory to the Friendship Centre Cultural Camp.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.chapelofmemories.ca.
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