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Douglas Pleven
August 25, 1931 - June 9, 2013
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It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Doug following a very brief struggle with brain cancer. Doug remained at home with his family.
Doug was born in Cardston, Alberta to Aline and Albert Pleven. In 1932, he and his parents returned to his father’s birth place, Jersey, Channel Islands. He lived in Jersey during the German Occupation then joined the Royal Navy in 1948 where he served for nine years retiring as a Petty Officer Electrician after serving his Naval years mine sweeping in the Mediterranean. He returned to Duncan in 1970 with his wife Joyce, and their three children. He worked as an electrician until he retired in 1996.
He leaves behind his wife Joyce of 56 years, daughter Jeannette (David), and sons Gary (Karen) and Dale. 8 grandchildren Brad Galavan (Colleen), Michele Galavan, (Peter), Tony Galavan (Karlee), Andrea Pleven (Roger), Michael (Amanda), Devon, Dallas, Eve and great grandson Seth. Nephew Philip Landick (Britt), numerous nephews, nieces and cousins in Jersey, BC and Alberta. Doug’s family would like to extend their gratitude to the home care nurses and support staff at VIHA who helped make Doug’s last days at home more comfortable. Flowers gratefully declined. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.
Doug was a member of the Royal Naval Association and the Royal Canadian Legion Br: # 53. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved his family, traveling and gardening and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. On line condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com
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From: H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff
H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Frank and Ruth Hartmann
Relation: Old Friend
hello Joyce and family
I met Doug when we worked together at Pacific Coast
Installations. We were partnered together for a large part
of the time, many long drives to Port Hardy, Port Mcneil,
and Mt Washington. When we were out of town
working and driving the long stretches up island we spent
many hours talking. Doug mentored me as an electrician
and was a huge part in helping me start my career. We
spent countless hours talking about life, his kids and
grandchildren and me just starting out with my family. Doug
was always kind and patient with me and he made me a better
electrician and person.
I learned alot from Doug, not only about electrical but also about
life, work ethic, pride of a job well done, being positive, rolling up
one’s sleaves and getting stuck in no matter how lousy the job.
What has stayed with me to this day was Doug’s huge love for
his beautiful Joyce and his family.
In deepest sympathy
Frank and Ruth Hartmann
From: Ed Raaflaub
Relation: Friend of Joyce (wife)
Joyce…….my deepest sympathy to you and family
From: Alan and Jean Penn
Relation: Good friends
So sorrow to hear of Doug’s passing. He will always be remembered
in our hearts, thinking of you Joyce and family.
Love from Jean and Alan.
From: Matt McGonigle
Relation: Friends Father
I would like to express my sympathy to the entire Pleven family ,with special thoughts to Dale my old friend from a long time back. I am truly sorry for your loss.
From: Janet Martinez
Relation: Friend of family
Dearest Joyce and family, My thoughts and love are with you. It has always been such fun to catch up with your adventures over these many years. I’m saddened to hear of Doug’s passing. Stay strong Joyce and know my love and prayers are with you.
From: Ken and Ivy Smith
Relation: neighbours
Joyce and Family,
We are sending our deepest condolences since you are such good neighbours and thoughtful friends.
Love,
Ken and Ivy
From: Peggy Hodding
Relation: Jeannette is my friend
Dear Joyce, Jeannette and family: I wish to extend to all my most heartfelt sorrow and condolences. Joyce and Doug – I have had you both in my thoughts and best wishes ever since our fun evening at Jeannette’s for dinner. Words can’t fill the loss at this time for you. So sorry. With sympathy, Peggy xo
From: Marilyn Martin
Relation: .I am Blanche's daughter.
I am so sorry for your loss. Doug was such a remarkable man with a good sweet heart. We have lost a treasure. Heaven has haimef amother angel.
From: Colin & Angelique Peters
Relation: Neighbour
We are sorry for your loss Our thoughts are with you Joyce and your family during these difficult and sad times
Colin @ Angelique Peters
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