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Goodwin, Chris J.
E0057 · Person

Chris J. Goodwin is the son of Alf and Edith (1903- Jan. 26,1988) Goodwin (nee Rowe), who lived at Suffolk Street in Esquimalt for many years. Chris's grandparents, Samuel and Mary Rowe (nee Bowden), were also long-time Esquimalt residents, who were living at 510 Macaulay Street at the time of their deaths in 1930 and 1931 respectively. Chris's aunt was Elizabeth (Lizzie) Mary Lavinia Rowe (Apr. 12, 1889 - Nov. 13, 1940). Lizzie Rowe was a piano teacher in the Esquimalt-Victoria West area. She also played the organ at the United Church in Esquimalt.

Gillies, Archie

Archie Gillies is a retired general manager of Yarrows (Versatile Pacific). He is a member of the Painter's Group of Esquimalt Arts and Crafts Society and is a well-known local artist.

Gagnon (nee Smith), Frances
E0038 · Person · 1929-2004

Frances lived with her parents, Alfred and Mary Smith in Esquimalt. During her life she worked as a secretary with the Provincial Government and Yarrows Ltd.

Fuller, Leslie J.

The house at 376 Kinver was built by Leslie J. Fuller in 1947.

Foster, Mary Hazel
E0081 · Person

Hazel Foster is a longtime resident of Esquimalt who worked at the Provincial Library for 10 years, also at B. C. Cement and the Provincial Legislature. She was educated in Esquimalt Schools. Her family ran Esquimalt Brewing Co. (Fairall) Brewery. Her husband's, Hedley Foster, father operated a tailoring business catering to the Army. Mr. Foster worked as a driver and in the wholesale hardware business.