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Elsie Margaret Faith Sarah Person

Elsie Margaret Faith Sarah Person obituary, Victoria, BC

Elsie Person Obituary

PERSON, Elsie Margaret Faith Sarah
February 14, 1935 - August 22, 2025
Elsie passed away at Victoria Hospice with family by her side on August 22, 2025, after a brief and courageous battle with leukemia. Born in Victoria, B.C. Elsie spent much of her childhood in Fort Smith, NWT where her brothers and sisters were born. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Cecilia Conibear (née Powell), husband Haldo Person, brothers George and Elbert, sisters Ruth Bird and Frances Biehl. She is survived by her sister, Ada Mesak and many nieces and nephews.
Elsie enjoyed many hobbies and interests over the years. She was an avid reader, gardener, scrapbooker and enjoyed knitting and crocheting. Elsie was very active in the Lion's Club for many years.
Elsie enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved family barbecues, dinners and outings to the 4 Mile Pub.

No service by request.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallgardens.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Nov. 1 to Nov. 3, 2025.

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