Local History Book for Sale

20th Anniversary Edition!

The Lives Behind the Headstones:
Glimpses into the history of Thetis Island
through the lives of the people buried
in St. Margaret’s Cemetery

Compiled and edited by Sheila Kelsey, first published in 1993,
this little island classic continues to be a favourite gift and keepsake
for Thetis Island residents and visitors alike. This compilation of life
stories of the early settlers on Thetis Island was created by Sheila to
help “keep alive the memories of all these people who form part of the
fabric of our island’s history.”

Copies are available for purchase locally at the Capernwray Pump House
Gift Shop, Thetis Island Marina Post Office and Telegraph Harbour Marina
Bistro Café, and also in Duncan at Copycat Printing & Design Ltd.

Proceeds from sales of this book go to St. Margaret’s Cemetery to help
provide for its upkeep. The St. Margaret’s Cemetery Board thanks you for
your support.