James Patrick Angus

James Patrick (Jamie) Angus cast off on his final voyage on March 07, 2016, aged 69. He was a financier, a sailor (yachtsman in later years), and a cherished friend to many. Jamie was loved for his sharp wit, irreverent sense of humour, and his inexhaustible sense of adventure. An enthusiastic consumer of good food, cheap beer, and absolutely any wine, Jamie was the life of every party (and he attended a lot of parties over the years).

He was a force to be reckoned with in both life and business – finding great success in the latter with apparent ease. An economist and investor by trade, Jamie was a partner and mentor to many throughout his life. Those who knew him will always remember his uncommon intelligence, his passion for business, his tenacity, and his legendary frugality.

Jamie was a stickler for proper grammar and table manners, though he blatantly disregarded most social norms; thankfully, his charm more than made up for any offense he may have occasionally caused. Always happiest on the water, he spent much of his time off the coast of southwestern BC where he lived, or on the shorelines of other countries during his frequent travels.

He will be sorely missed by his many friends, his six siblings and their families, his daughters Lindsay and Hilary Angus, and his step-daughters Sarah and Marcella Coad. His beloved partner Marcella Szel – who put up with a lot and always brought out the best in him – will most miss his mischievous grin and the ever-present twinkle in his eye.

The family wishes to acknowledge and thank all those who helped ease Jamie’s journey over the last sixteen months with their unwavering support, entertainment, and compassion – with particular thanks to the loving care of Tabitha and Darlyne.

In lieu of flowers, Jamie would encourage you to buy a round of drinks for your friends in his honour. If you’d prefer, donations can be made in Jamie’s memory to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation to support neurosurgery research and equipment. Donations may be made online at: http://vghfoundation.ca/donate , by calling 604-875-4676, or by mail to 190 - 855 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1M9.

There will be a celebration of Jamie’s life at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club on Sunday, March 20 from 2-5 pm. As Jamie was never one to wear black, guests are encouraged to wear their best and brightest for the occasion.