Phyllis Janet Reid

Born in Montreal Quebec, PJ met the love of her life and created an amazing family legacy that bonds our tight family near and far. She lived in Edmonton where she raised her family and made the move to Victoria. This was her happy place where the weather and countless flowers kept that smile permanently on her face. A throng of family and friends will painfully miss her, while at the same time treasure countless memories of precious time spent with her.

Predeceased by first husband William (Bill) Wren in 1992 after 37 years of marriage; second husband Bill Reid in 2012; and daughter Susan in 2015. She is survived by her son Peter (Lisa), daughters Bev Schamuhn, Diane Gargas (Dennis), and Karen Kuefler (Ken), along with 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Adoring and adored grandchildren and greats- Justin Ament (Courtney)-Garrett, Peyton, Hudson, Lyric and Roxton, Chelsey Rossner (Joe)- Harlow and Grayson, Nathan Wren(Elise)- Emily, Anna Wren (Shane Deveraux) – Nora and Connor, Jared Wren(Brenda) – Ruby, Amy Schamuhn (Mike), Alyssa Sanders (Jahnoel)- Noah and Kohen, Brittany Gargas, Jaime Gargas, Victoria(Tori) Kuefler, Alexandra(Ally) Kuefler.

‘Phyllie’ was the best! A pure and kind soul. She lit up every room she entered and was truly interested in people she encountered. She possessed a playful, joyful spirit and loved to laugh, even at herself. Phyllis’s greatest passion was family... full stop. Always there, always caring, full of grace. The depth of her love of family shows in each member who are all extremely close and worshipped the ground “Gigi” walked on. She spent many great years at Rose Manor in Victoria where she was the Social Convenor and partner in fun with other amazing residents. When she had to leave the Manor, she was welcomed with open arms to The Heights at Mountview where she was lovingly cared for. The daily visits in long term care by her beloved only son, Pete and daughter Karen, were magical and provided great comfort to those farther away.

A big thank you to the staff at ‘The Heights’ at Mountview for their wonderful care. A celebration of Phyllis’s life will be held at a future date.