Brian Scarfe (1943 – 2017)

Brian Scarfe

We at VIOCS wish to extend our condolences to the family and friends of our fellow alumnus, Brian Scarfe (St. John’s ’63 & Nuffield). Brian served as Treasurer for the Vancouver Island Oxford and Cambridge Society between 2011 and 2017, during which time he brought his good humour and proficiency to the organization of events that retained the vitality of our collegial society. Here is the link for Brian’s obituary.

 

 

Michael Finnis (1921-2015)

We at VIOCS wish to extend our condolences to the family and friends of our fellow alumnus, Michael Finnis. His son,  David,  has kindly provided the following obituary for inclusion on our website:

Born in London, England on July 4, 1921, Michael was the eldest son of Major Herbert Continue reading

Paul Wesson (1949 – 2015)

We at VIOCS wish to extend our condolences to the family and friends of our fellow alumnus, Paul Wesson. His friend Pat Lapcevic has kindly provided the following obituary for inclusion on our website:

Paul WessonPaul died unexpectedly at home on Gabriola in the early morning of September 16th 2015, Continue reading

Justin Fryer (12 May 1940 – 18 April 2015)

We at VIOCS regret to inform you of the death in April 2015 of our fellow member, Justin Fryer, whose toast to Cambridge enlightened the festivities of our 2014 boat race party. Justin’s comradery, grace, and good cheer will be missed at our annual party. With the permission of his wife, Sue, who hopes to join us at future VIOCS events, we are providing  this link to a thoughtful eulogy prepared by Jim Wiggins for Rowing Canada