MAVIS, ISABEL LEOLA
1916 – 2008
Isabel Mavis, 91 years, passed away peacefully in Victoria February 13, 2008, after a brief illness. She was pre-deceased by her
husband, Jim, in 1988. She is lovingly remembered by her son Gary (Sheena) of Vancouver and
grandchildren, Christopher,
Michael, Andrew and her daughter Margot (Ivan) of Campbell River and
grandchildren Tonya and Megan and seven great-grandchildren. Isabel, born in White Rock, BC moved to Burnaby. After graduating, she worked for Stride
Studios. Then
married Jim, in Yorkton, Sask., while he served in the RCAF. She is fondly
remembered by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends throughout Canada, Britain and Australia. Isabel and Jim moved to Powell River in 1948 when Jim went into business with Shell Oil whilst living there for 40 years. Mom enjoyed traveling, outdoors,
gardening and was an avid
badminton player. However her true joy was her family and friends. Mom moved to Victoria in 1995, resided in Oak Bay where she thoroughly enjoyed the ocean and mountain views. A
Celebration of Isabel’s Life will take place Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 2 pm at First Memorial Funeral Services, 1155 Fort St,
Victoria, BC with reception to follow. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Condolences may
be made to:
www.firstmemorialfuneral.com