Robin Cecil May

Robin Cecil May passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024 at the age of 86. Born in Victoria, B.C., Robin worked for the B.C. Power Commission in the interior of B.C. in the late 1950’s, a job he often enjoyed reminiscing about. He started his career in the grocery business in 1960 at Shop Easy (Oak Bay and Shelbourne St. locations) and was Manager/Owner until 1989. He then moved on to be the Island Sales Manager for Island Gold Eggs until he retired in 2002. Robin was an active member at Cedar Hill Golf Course for 40 years. He was also a very good bowler, both 5 pin at Town and Country and 10 pin at Mayfair Lanes. He was one of the biggest supporters of the Toronto Blue Jays and Vancouver Canucks whether they won or lost! Lately Robin loved going to the beach, always had a puzzle book on the go, and enjoyed his favourite old time TV shows. Robin is survived by the most wonderful, caring family. Survived by his loving wife Sylvia of 35 precious years together. Robin and his previous wife, Joyce, were blessed with four lovely daughters. Daughter Shirley (Keith), their children Tyler (Christine), Rhylee and Lennon; April (Cayle), Brooklyn and Blake; and Aaron (Alisa), and Ellie. Daughter Lyla (Bruce), their sons Curtis; Trevor (Nicole); and Stuart. Daughter Rachelle (Wally), their daughters Cara (Will), Whitfield and Loxley; and Tania (Justin) and Lena. Daughter Marlene (Steve) and Scooter. Also survived by stepsons Erin, his children Spencer, Griffin, and Brooklyn; Kevin; and Clint (Sarah), their children Ellie and Brandon. Predeceased by daughter Lyla Fattore (George) in 2013. Survived by Lyla’s three children: Shaun (Samantha) and daughter Violet; Julie; and Brent. A total of 16 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Robin is also survived by his brother Jack, nephews Tim (Norma-Jean), their children Hudson and Cohen; and Rusty (Lindsay), their children Westin, Ellis and Wyatt. The family would like to acknowledge the staff of 4BS at VGH. Thank you to the most compassionate and caring staff that helped Robin and our family through this very difficult journey. Thank you to our friends and neighbours for all your comfort and kindness. The family will be celebrating his life at a later date. For all that knew him, please remember him often. Sleep well Sweetie. You will forever be in all of our hearts.