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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
SINE, James Douglas (Jim) - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James (Jim) Sine after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born in Brooklin, Ontario as the youngest of 3 sons to Grant Lyman Sine and Mildred Elizabeth Sine (nee Jephson). Predeceased by his beloved wife of 55 years, Margaret Susan Sine (nee Jackson), oldest brother Donald Grant Sine, sister-in-law Joyce Sine (nee Hallman), sister-in-law Dorothy Elaine Sine (nee Wilson). Survived by his middle brother, Jack, sons Christopher and Timothy (Pamela-Sue), grandchildren Chase and Jackson, sister-in-law Catherine McLeod (Doug), sister-in-law Maryan Edwins (David) and many nieces and nephews.
Jim attended both RMC and Royal Roads University and served as an officer in the Royal Canadian Navy for 37 years, with postings in Kingston, Halifax, Ottawa and Victoria. One of his proudest moments was to be selected to serve as the Equerry to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, during the Royal visit to BC in 1983. After retiring from the navy, he worked for several years at the Conference of Defense Associates in Ottawa. Jim and Sue relocated from Ottawa to Victoria in 2012, in order to be closer to family.
Jim loved spending summers at the family cottage in Gatineau, Quebec, hosting many friends and family, up until Sue passed away. Life without Sue became difficult as his Alzheimer's progressed. With his care needs growing, his son Christopher moved in with him in 2020, as Covid made care options very difficult. After a 9-week stint in the hospital in 2022, he moved into St. Charles Manor, in Victoria, BC. We are very thankful for the fabulous care and comfort the staff at the Manor provided Jim during his path through Alzheimer's disease.
Another of Jim's favourite past-times was having daily meals and a pint at The Snug Pub in the Oak Bay Beach Hotel, Victoria, BC. Jim discovered The Snug, during his Royal Roads days (early 1960's), and the staff always treated him as an honoured guest.
No service is planned, but those close to Victoria, BC are welcome to join the family for a pint at The Snug Pub, from 6 PM onward, on June 29, 2024. This would have been his 89th birthday, as well as Jim and Sue's 61st wedding anniversary (so he would never forget the day). You may contact: timsine@shaw.ca for further details. (The Ottawa Citizen 30 May 2024)
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