Vic was a tremendous individual. A true icon who gave other's strength and hope like it was free. He always had time to help other people and had no trouble at all lifting their spirits with regaled tales or a quick joke. He was an amazing person to get to know. His knowledge and zest for life made for a combination that you instantly liked and wanted to be a part of.

I recall Victor and I at Hawkeye lodge competing fiercely for the number one spot at the sporting clays range with an event called 'Flurry' We shot our shotguns as fast as we could load aim and fire, and in the end, with our barrels red hot and smoking, there could be only one winner. Of course it was Vic. But being the gracious soul he was he turned to me and said, well Jonathon, we gave them hell didn't we, but how about you take the honours, I have enough trophies to last a lifetime.

And that was I think the essence of the man. His unyielding sense of fair play, and generosity. If I can ever be half the man Vic Vickers was, I think I will be in good company.

Rest easy my friend. I hope to see you on the other side.

Jonathon Eaton

We are sincerely sorry for your loss of Vic.

We have known him since the early 1980s when he was a pheasant hunter at our facility. We opened a Sporting Clays range and he quickly and enthusiastically took on that as his sport of choice. He came out every week to shoot with his group of friends. He also shot many competitions here and he was always in the top! He was one of the best shots at our club. He supported our business all those years! From purchasing firearms to clothing and shells. He kindly worked with us to choose good flooring for our new Cookhouse building. He personally invited us to his home for a Christmas gathering one year, which was so special. We thought the world of Vic. He was a great guy. He was never ever late for a booking time.In fact he often he beat us to the clubhouse in the morning with his early arrival waiting for us to open up. Everyone at Silver Willow knew him and loved him. He will be dearly missed.

God be with you all, Don, Gwen and Josh, Jena Day and all the staff.

My deepest condolences. VIC was my boss for many years at Buckwold Western.He helped me improve my sales approach. And taught me to speak publicly without fear.

He and Susan stood up at my wedding. A day we won't soon forget. His humor and good spirit were always welcoming.

So long boss, enjoy Paradise, I hear the dogs are trained and the ducks are a plenty.

Greatest respect

Christine Thomson

So long Vic! It was a pleasure having shared a blind with you for duck and goose hunting. I’m sorry our time together ended the way it did however I’m sure you always had lots of opportunities waterfowl. I always appreciated your quick wit and sense of ha- ha.

One thing I had hoped for was for you and I to share at least a time or two more in the blind here in my northern residence, unfortunately it was not meant to be.

It was a honour man!

Terry

Hey Susan, I’m thinking about you at this difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and the family. Take care and hope to see you in Calgary in 2025. Sandi and I have been talking about an overdue visit. Sherril

“ If it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck then it is a duck “ haha now imagine this fine with a duck call - as a hunter of ducks of course Vic always had one handy ! A beautiful tribute to a great person . I am sorry for your loss as a family - love to you Susan , Meigan and Ryan always Sandi

Vic, may you rest in peace.

The great times spent with you personally and through your community involvement in hockey, lacrosse, camping excursions and special milestone events in our lives has given us wonderful memories. Your quick wit and tall tales were the heart of those get-togethers.

Sue, Ryan and Meighan, may your loving memories bring you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Our sincerest condolences

Mike, Marlene, Trevor and Ryan

(with photo memories)

My Deepest Sympathies to Sue and the family, i met Vic when i was 16 and just starting in my dad’s flooring company! He was always a super nice guy and he and my Dad shared many a war story around the “bottle pool “table at the old Elks club in Lethbridge. He was one of the first , and the best rep that we had and always super honest to deal with!

Vic was the godfather of flooring. He taught me so much, and he always had your back. He fought me how to sell and how to shoot. Love you Vickers. You will be greatly missed.

Vic was a force to be reckoned with, a fierce competitor. We did manage to work on a few projects over the years together in flooring and he was great to work with. Condolences to the family.

I met Vic back in the late 70's when I first started in the flooring industry at Contempa Carpets. He was a wonderful person. even over the years when ever I ran into him it was always a joy to catch up with him. Always a good story to tell. He will be missed by many. Thought's and prayers for his whole family.

Heidi Boehm

Dear Sue, Ryan (tuna) and Megan, Kathy and I were very sorry to hear of Vic’s passing. We fondly remember the times of our family gatherings, tubing, fishing expeditions and old timers hockey. Vic was well expected in the Bonavista community. A good family man and good friend. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family at this time.

Condolences, Ron, Kathy, Diane and David.

Vic was a very good man, he was always very helpful to me. My condolences to his family. Dave Yates Oaktree Carpets & Flooring.