Obituary of Jeffrey William Vandusen

It is with profound sadness that the family of Jeffrey Vandusen announces his passing on Thursday, July 11, 2019, at the age of 32. Survived by his loving father, Peter Vandusen and his maternal grandfather, Roy Connors; and his aunts and uncles, Joan Thompson (Ben Lasko), Laura Connors, and Ted Connors (Lisa Morrison). Predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Bea and Bill Vandusen; his maternal grandmother, Bernice Connors; and his aunt, Carol Connors. Jeffrey’s mother, Linda Vandusen (Connors) passed away at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. Jeffrey graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Communications from the University of Windsor in 2009. In 2011, he graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Master of Arts degree in Film Studies. He was an employee of the Calgary Public Library at the Central Library in downtown Calgary. Since 2013, Jeffrey utilized his encyclopedic knowledge of prewar music, such as Blues, Jazz, and Folk, to host a weekly program called Phonograph Frolic at Radio Station CJSW at the University of Calgary. Jeffrey quietly impacted the lives of many people. This was particularly evidenced by the moving stories that were told at a memorial gathering that was held in his honour in Calgary on July 18, 2019. Jeffrey was known for his obsession with cribbage and the New York Times Crossword. His travel cribbage board was a constant companion. In keeping with Jeffrey’s beliefs, his giving and caring nature, the decision was made to donate his organs. Private inurnment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. A Celebration of Life will be held at GREENHILLS GOLF CLUB, 4838 Colonel Talbot Road, London on Saturday, August 3, 2019 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Jeffrey are asked to consider CJSW Radio Funding Drive.