Dorothy passed away peacefully on Vancouver Island at Saanich Peninsula Hospital Palliative Care Unit on the afternoon of September 25th, 2022, at the age of eighty-five with her daughter Debbie by her side.
Born in Windsor, ON. Daughter of William & Marie Sorenson and sister to Donald and Gary. Wife of Jules Reimneitz from 1957 until his passing in 1963 and to John Owchar 1970-1976. Dorothy resided in Windsor before moving to Victoria in 1996.
Survived by her three children, David, Debbie (Chuck Young), Darlene (Lloyd Chase) along with her three beloved grandchildren & brightest lights: Natalie, Emma, and Nathan Chase.
Also survived by brother, Donald Sorenson, sister-in-law Pat Sorenson, cousins, nephews, nieces, and companion Bob Theriault, along with many dear friends.
Losing her father and widowed at a young age, Dorothy developed a strong sense of empathy that allowed her to deeply care for the concerns of others and she never waivered when asked for help.
She loved the water and the countless walks along the ocean fueled her soul.
Dorothy had a strong will to live and surpassed everyone’s expectations while she achieved every milestone, she set for herself after her cancer diagnosis. She had quiet strength along with grace, kindness, love, and hope. As well as a beautiful smile for everyone until the end.
Thank-you for the generosity, love and kindness expressed from near and far, by friends and family. Thank-you for the compassionate care received from the BC Cancer Agency and from the doctors and nurses during her hospital stays.
Cremation has taken place and Dorothy will be buried next to her mother in Windsor, Ontario at Victoria Memorial Cemetery, as per her wishes, at a later date.
Donations in Dorothy’s memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Children’s Hospital of your choice.
Share
Share
Tweet
0Pin
0Share
Offer Condolence for the family of Dorothy Jean Owchar
Print Obituary & Condolences
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Dorothy Jean Owchar 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Victoria, Province: Colombie britanique