Obituary of Elizabeth 'Liz' Van Doorne

Peacefully, at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London, on Saturday, August 27, 2016, Elizabeth Van Doorne passed away at the age of 58. Loving daughter of Catharine and the late Frank Van Doorne. Cherished sister of Antoinette (Bill) Wilson, of London, and Catherine Van Doorne Lachance (Roy), of Victoria. Dear aunt of Brian (Jacquie McKinnon) Wilson and David (Monica Fletcher) Wilson, of London. Greatest Aunt of Baby Adam. Liz will be missed by many friends and colleagues in London’s musical theatre community where her passion lead her to perform in, and direct, many productions with the Gilbert and Sullivan Society (Western), Musical Theatre Productions (MTP), and the St. Marys Community Players. Liz was the Administrative Director of the London International Children’s Festival from 2001 to 2004. Liz was the alto soloist at New St. James Presbyterian and First-St. Andrew’s United churches, and became a valued member of London Pro Musica. The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Vincent, Dr. Pamela Smith and the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospice for their compassionate care. Visitation will take place on Tuesday from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday, August 31st, 2016 at 2:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Liz are asked to consider St. Joseph’s Hospice or London Pro Musica.