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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
REID, Ian J. - of North Saanich, BC passed away on December 21, 2023 at age 87. Ian was born to John and Yvette Reid (Gratton) on November 6, 1936, in Toronto. He graduated from Royal Military College in May 1957 and spent the next 3 years training at the Royal Naval Engineering College in the UK. Ian returned to Canada and completed certificates of competency in both marine and aeronautical engineering, and later his master's degree in mechanical engineering. His Naval service included postings to HMCS Bonaventure as flight deck engineer and HMCS Preserver as engineering officer, Squadron technical officer. Ian also oversaw ship refits including a posting as Officer in charge at the Naval Engineering Test Establishment in Montreal. After serving 31 years in the Navy, Ian worked another 8 years as Coast Guard Chief of Fleet Policy and Planning before retiring to Victoria in 1991. His Naval engineering skills were put to good use in his retirement, as he always owned a well-maintained boat which was well travelled with frequent day trips and several longer journeys every year. Ian is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Eleanor, his five children, Andrew (Angela), David (Wanda), Barry, Cathy (John), and Brian (Maria), his 8 grandchildren, Michelle, Ian, Harrison, Hudson, Natalia, Claire, Jack and Betty, and his sister Yvette (Gilles). He was predeceased by his granddaughter Meghan. He will be dearly missed.
A private gathering for family and friends will be planned for a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Lung Association. (The Victoria Times Colonist 30 Dec 2023)
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