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Dorothy J. (nee Post) Hodgson - 07/30/2003
Peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2003. Beloved wife of Earl. Loving mother of David (Chi-Chi), Barbara Bedford (Michael), Don (Kathy) and Mark (Sally). Devoted grandma of Christopher, Francis, James, Jeffrey, Bob, Amanda, Scott, Patrick and Thomas. Great-grandmother of Kassie. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway, Ottawa on Friday, August 1st from 2 to 4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service to be held at Divine Infant Roman Catholic Church, 6658 Bilberry Drive (at Jeanne d'Arc), Orleans on Saturday, August 2, 2003 at 10a.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Freda Howard - 07/29/2003
Peacefully on Saturday July 26, 2003 aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Cammie Howard, mother of the late Sheila Howard. Sister of the late Dora, Rae and Peter. Fondly remembered by her nephew David Bloomstone and her good friend Barbara Perrin. At Freda’s request, funeral arrangements are private. Donations in Freda’s name may be made to the Old Forge and/or the Kiwanis Music Festival.
William Irwin Illman - 07/26/2003
Illman, Dr. William Irwin Peacefully at the Glebe Centre, Ottawa on Friday, July 25, 2003 at age 82 years. Loving husband to Wanda, father to Beth, Nancy and Meg and sons-in-law Bob and David. Grandfather to Cynthia, Rachel, Rebekah, Miriam and Sean and great-grandfather to Lucie, Lawrence, Edwina, Madelaine and Amy. Bill was a Professor of Botany at Carleton University and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.. Friends may attend a Memorial Service at Rideau Park United Church, 2203 Alta Vista Drive at Cunningham on Tuesday, July 29th at 11 a.m. A reception will follow at the church. Those wishing, may make memorial donations to the charity of their choice.
Margaret "Peggy" (nee Hibberd) Johnson - 07/30/2003
Peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at age 91. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of John, Deborah (Miles Thompson), Stephen (Mary) and Peter Brown. Grandmother of Emily, Andrew, Owen, Ben, Nicholas and Drew. Survived by her brothers George, Ernest and Ted; sisters Isabel McWilliams and Audrey Boyd, as well as many nieces and nephews. Peggy was born and raised in Ottawa and was a long-time member of St. Mark's Anglican Church, 1606 Fisher Avenue, Ottawa, on Friday, August 1, 2003 at 10am. Reception in the Church Hall to follow Interment at Capital Memorial Gardens. Donations to St. Mark's Anglican Church would be appreciated.
Harry Kelson - 07/25/2003
Kelson, Harry At the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Friday, July 25, 2003 Harry Mortimer Kelson in his 97th year. Predeceased by his parents Charles Harold Kelson and gertrude Amelia Murphy and sister"Kelson". He will be sadly missed by his cousins Frances Ball of Toronto, Esie Jenning of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ann Lailey of Hawaii, Beatrix Miller and Elisabeth Winstanley of England and many close friends. Harry was employed by the Federal Goverment in Mines & Technical Survey, now called Enegy, Mines & Resources. Funeral arrangements by the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. Private cremation. Memorial donations ti the Lung Association would be appreciated.
Guy Labelle - 07/30/2003
Peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, July 29, 2003 in his 54th year. Dear beloved husband of Cathline Lanthier. Dear brother of Paul, Gérald, Marcel, Louise, Jeannine, Jeannette and Raymond. Predeceased by his two brothers, Roy and Rhéal. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Saturday, August 2nd, 2003 from 9am until Funeral Prayers in the Chapel at 10am. Interment Notre-Dame Cemetery.
Gerard Lavergne - 07/26/2003
passed away on July 7, 2003 at the age of 84 years. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife, Georgette (nee Ouellette) and his children, Gilles (Laura), Pierre (Helen) and Marc. Predeceased by one son, Michel and one daughter, Carole. Brother of Rollande Leduc, Marie and dear grandfather of seven grandchildren. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road., on Thursday July 31, 2003 from 10:30am until Service time in the Chapel at 11:00am.
Chantal (nee Paquette) Ledoux - 07/30/2003
passed away in Ottawa on July 28, 2003 at the age of 43 years. Predeceased by her husband Yves, and father René. She leaves behind her mother Ange-Aimée (nee Chartrand) of Ottawa, her two sons Simon of Montreal and Eric of Ottawa, brothers Jean-Pierre Paquette (Barbara Blanchette) of L'Orignal, Philippe Paquette (Claire Gauthier) of Ottawa, sisters Louise Howes (Donald) of L'Orignal, Marie-Paule Lamarche (Pierre) of Hawkesbury, Micheline Bédard (Michel) of Clarence, and several uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews and nieces. Predeceased Chantal were her brother Jacques and sister Michèle. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry 1200 Ogilvie Road (at Aviation Parkway) on Friday August 1st, 2003 from 6 to 10p.m. Eucharistic celebration will be held at Notre-Dame de Lourdes Vanier, 435 Montreal Road on Saturday August 2nd, 2003 at 10 am. Interment to follow Notre Dame Cemetery.
Lucille Kathleen (nee Butler) Muise - 07/28/2003
Peacefully on July 24th, 2003, in Ottawa. Born in Comox, British Columbia, she was the daughter of George and Raynee (Govier). She will be remembered for her past work with disabled children and other volunteer activities. Her family is especially proud of her perseverance with respect to overcoming various obstacles in life. She is survived by her son, Randy Dahl (Ilana); her sister Ann Coutts (John); her stepsister Debra Ferdon; her uncle and aunt, George and Doris Govier; her uncle and aunt, Oren and Grace Govier and best friend Pierre Leblanc. A special thank you to the staff of the Civic Campus Resus Unit, ICU and the CCU of the Heart Institute for their care and compassion; also her close friends, Michelle April, Angela Situ and all her friends from church. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Wednesday July 30, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday July 31, 2003 at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Capital Memorial Gardens.
Myrtle O'Shaughnessy - 08/01/2003
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Myrtle O'Shaughnessy on Thursday, July 31, 2003 at her home in Ottawa. Myrtle was the most loved wife and best friend of Albert for 57 years. Cherished mother of the late Maureen O'Shaughnessy. Dearly loved grandmother of Christine (Ed Chaplin) and very proud great-grandma to Aidan Chaplin. Daughter of the late Harry and Martha Shellhorne of Madawaska, Ont. Predeceased by her siblings Clifford Shellhorne, Clayton Shellhorne and Sadie Fawcett. Myrtle also filled the roles of special aunt and dear friend. Many will miss her loving spirit, kindness and generousity. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 Mcleod Street on Tuesday, August 5, 2003 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Wednesday, August 6, 2003 from 12 noon until the service time in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In memoriam donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated by the family.
Lyndall Ruth (nee Jackson) Peabody - 07/30/2003
In Ottawa on Monday, July 28, 2003 Lyndall Ruth Peabody. Beloved wife for 50 years of The Reverend Gordon S. Peabody, cherished mother of Melanie Ruth Tewwdie (Paul) of Port Hope, OntarioSurvived by sister-in-law Barbara (Peabody) Nichol, of Victoria, B.C. Aunt of Monica Mackay (Murray) of Kingston, ON, Phillip Marston (Gail) of Barrhead, AB, Linda Nichol of Lennoxville, P.Q., Sutherland Richardson (Janet) Barrington of Rhode Island, Robert Richardson of Victoria, B.C. and Sharyn Bussey (Ted) of White Rock, B.C. Predeceased by her parents Lynville and Alma Jackson and her sisters Olga Jackson and Grace Marston (The Venerable Guy). No visitation. Funeral Service will held at Christ Church Cathedral (Sparks Street), Ottawa on Friday, August 1, 2003 at 11a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the P.W.R.D.F. or the Heart and Stroke foundation would be much appreciated.
Jean-Guy Raymond - 07/23/2003
RAYMOND, Jean-Guy passed away peacefully at the Hospice at May Court on Monday, July 21st, 2003 at the age of 54. Jean-Guy was born on October 7th, 1948 in Moonbeam, Ontario. Loving husband of Helene. Adoring father of Stephan and Joelle. Devoted son of Juliette and the late Sylvio Raymond. Dear brother of Jeanine Genier (Laurent), Pierre (Lise), Lise Fournier (Richard), Daniel (Bev). Special godfather of Melanie, Pascal and Alexandre. Jean-Guy also leaves behind his parents-in-law, his stepfather, brothers and sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews with their children and countless friends. Friends may attend a Memorial Service on Thursday, July 24th, 2003, at 11 a.m. at St-Sebastien Roman Catholic Church, 1000 Frances Street, Ottawa, Ontario. Reception to follow. Donations can be made to the Hospice at May Court or the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. Special thanks to the "Angel Doctor" Dr. Louise Coulombe and the wonderful staff and volunteers from the Hospice at May Court.
Evelyn Grace (nee MacCuaig) Stewart - 07/26/2003
Peacefully, at home, on July 24, 2003, age 69 years. Beloved wife of Murdo Stewart. Loving mother of Darlene. Dear sister of the late Millan (Margaret), Lloyd of Vankleek Hill, Ont. and Ken (Jean) of Maxville, Ont. She will be fondly remembered by her niece and nephews: Heather, Darren, and Wayne. Evelyn will be sadly missed by family and friends. We were blessed to have her in our lives. Special thanks to Louise Guay, Dr. Robert Taylor and the Palliative Care Outreach Program for their special care. Family and friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street, on Monday, July 28th from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, July 29th from 1 p.m. until Service time in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Private Interment at Kenyon Presbyterian Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Palliative Care Outreach Program or Leukemia Research Fund.
Edyth (nee Cowan) Sutherland - 08/03/2003
In hospital on Friday, August 1, 2003. Beloved wife of the late D. Arthur. Dear companion of Herbert Stiles. Loving mother of Heather and her husband Dr. Peter Mlynaryk of Montreal. Dearest grandmother of Donna (Joe Harrison) and Diane (Terry Mercer). Dear G.G. of Terahn Harrison, Tabitha and Colby Mercer. Edith will be sadly be missed by her nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry 150 Woodroffe Ave at Richmond Road on Wednesday, August 6, 2003 after 12 noon until the service time in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Interment Pinecrest Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Alan Swedlove - 07/26/2003
Alan's Vending Service After a short illness, Alan passed away with his devoted wife Kathy at his side. He will be mourned by his loving wife and devoted parents Casey & Bess Swedlove, dear twin sister Carol-Sue Shapiro (Jack), niece and nephew Tracy (Steven Samel), and Michael Shapiro (Nikki) and great-niece Neilah. His laughter and jokes will be missed by all who had the good fortune to have known him. Funeral Service was held at the Jewish Memorial Chapel, 1771 Cuba Avenue on July 25, 2003. Shiva at 29 Crescent Heights with visitation in the afternoons only. We greatly appreciate the excellent care given at the Queensway Carleton Hospital by all the doctors and nursing staff. Donations may be made to the Casey & Bess Swedlove Endowment Fund, 798-9818 ext. 247 or the Queensway Carleton Hospital.
Dorothy Lee Thornton Vernier - 07/26/2003
passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2003 aged 74 years. Beloved wife of the late Charles Thornton and the late Kenneth Vernier. Loving mother to Paul, Nancy (Glen), James (Clarice), Janet and John. Devoted Gram to Andrew, Nicholas, Tessa, Ariel, Charles, Lianne, Vanessa, Kerry, Christa and Brian. Sadly missed by her brother Carl and predeceased by her two brothers Leslie and Bob. Dorothy's children will always be grateful for her courage, unfailing love and encouragement. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Sunday, July 27, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 1758 Alta Vista Drive on Monday July 28 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at the Notre Dame Cemetery.
Jane Valantin - 07/28/2003
VALANTIN, Jane Peacefully at the Colonel By Residence following several years of illness at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Alexander and mother of Robert and Nora (Robert Houle). Grandmother of Stephanie and Andrea Houle. Funeral Service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Monday, July 28, 2003 at 2 p.m. Interment New Jewish Cemetery, Osgoode. Donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
