A life well-lived. Daryl passed away after a short illness at Veteran’s Memorial Lodge. He was born in Victoria, BC the fourth child of Fearon and Mabel Woodburn (Brewster). He outlived his beloved wife of 67 years Beverley (McRae), his brothers Raymond and Clyde, and sister Darlaine. He is survived by older sister Joyce Harris, sons Layne (Nancy), Scott, Robert (Linda), daughter Shannon and daughter-in-law Susan. He leaves behind nine wonderful grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Dad grew up in Vic West, and left school early to join the war effort, then served in the Canadian Army infantry 1943-1946. He joined the Victoria Fire Department in 1946, attaining the rank of Assistant Chief, retiring in 1982. Daryl also spent over 20 years as the chief candymaker for Rogers Chocolates, was an accomplished farmer, and later became an impressive artist. Our Dad spent many happy hours in retirement enjoying family, golfing with friends and taking numerous wonderful cruises and travelling with his bride Beverley. He was an amazing father. Daryl and Beverley especially enjoyed their beloved grandchildren and seeing their lives unfold and blossom, and were thrilled and proud to become great-grandparents. Our Dad always looked out for “the other guy” and gained many friendships in the process over his long and full life. He will be sorely missed by family and friends. A million thanks to the brilliant staff at The Lodge, especially Sarah, Jason, and Bindu amongst many others, and a special thanks to Rosamond for bringing out the hidden artist we did not know existed.
A Memorial Service for our parents will be held on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 2:00 PM in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Daryl Edwin Woodburn 21 February 1926 – 3 November 2021..
mccall gardens funeral and cremation service
Décès pour la Ville: Victoria, Province: Colombie britanique