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Gerald Paul Marion - 01/09/2006
WWII Veteran R.C.A.F. 162 Squadron
On Monday, January 9, 2006, in hospital. Born May 27, 1920. Son of the late Edmond and Sara (Cruchet) Marion. Gerald Paul Marion husband of Hilda. Father of David (Margaret Kubisewsky), Janice (Roger Willis), Derek, Jeffrey (Marie-Pierre Gagnon) and Peter. Grandfather to Marnie, Michael and Lee Willis, Erika Marion and Felicity Marion. Brother of Gertrude Bruce, Kingston and Lorne of Burk's Falls. Predeceased by sister and brothers: Sylvia, Homer, Hector, Leonard and Edward. Will be missed by his feline pal LeMoko. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Wednesday, January 11, 2006 from 7 to 9pm. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, January 12 at 2pm, with Rev. Bryan King of St. Luke Lutheran Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Christian Children's Fund of Canada, 1027 McNicoll Avenue, Toronto, ON, M1W 3X2 would be appreciated by the family.
Rosaire Martel - 01/05/2006
Suddenly on Wednesday, January 4th 2006 at the age of 49. Beloved husband of Sandra Maracle. Loving father of Jason Martel (Sandy) and Mark Martel. Dear son of Armandine and Yvon Martel. Cherished brother of Edith, Anne, Doris (Raynald), Andre and Guy (Gina). Godfather of Francis, uncle of Audrey, Danny, Alex, Carl and Tommy. He will be fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins and his #1 friend Pepper. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Saturday, January 7th, 2006 from 4 p.m. until service time in the Chapel at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated.
Delmar (Del) Wayne Maulsby - 01/17/2006
R.C.M.P.
Retired Owner Westgate Home Hardware 1978-86 Peacefully in hospital on Saturday, January 14, 2005 at the age of 74. Beloved husband and best friend of Dorothy (nee Ball). Loving father of Catherine, Lawrence, Stephen, and Margaret "Peggy" (Dave Wilschek). Fondly remembered by his grandson Sean McDonell. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Marie Maulsby, and brother Darrel and Orville. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at the Aviation Parkway, on Thursday, January 19, 2006 from 6 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 20 at 1 p.m. Interment at Beechwood Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Lung Association, 3 Raymond Street, Ottawa, K1R 1A3 or to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation, 503 Smyth Road, Ottawa, K1H 9Z9 would be appreciated by the family.
Eldren Earl McConnell - 01/07/2006
Peacefully at home, on Friday, January 6th, 2006 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Muriel (nee Dawes). Loving father of Douglas and his wife Sylvia of Calgary. Cherished granddad of Matthew and Madeleine. Dear brother of Lorne of Kemptville and the late Ina Smart. Eldren had a remarkable career as a Chartered Accountant for over 60 years with McCay Duff & Company and was a long-time member of the Ottawa Hunt Club. Special thanks to Linda and Wayne Irven and other friends for their care and compassion. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Tuesday January 10th, 2006 after 10 a.m. until time of the Service in the Chapel at 11:30 a.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to the ALS Society or VON would be appreciated.
John MacKenzie Paul - 01/16/2006
Peacefully at home in his favorite chair on Sunday, January 15, 2006 at age 71. Devoted husband and best friend of Lorna for 48 years. Brother of David (Shirley), Charlotte, NC. Father and friend of David (Francine), Donna (David Abson), Heather (Louis Robinson) and Bonnie (Carly). Proud grandfather of Mike, Sharon, Montana, Tyler and Conner. Retired Director JL Richards and Associates, Life Member of OACETT. Member of SYNOD Quebec and Eastern Ontario. Retired Elder of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue (at Richmond Road) on Tuesday, January 17 from 7 to 9pm and Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 19 at 11am at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 971 Woodroffe Avenue. Thank-You to the VON nurses and the nurses at A3 Civic Campus for their excellent care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart Institute, Gracefield Camp and Conference Centre or St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church Building Fund would be appreciated.
Brenda Ferguson Phaneuf - 01/10/2006
Peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, January 10, 2006 at the age of 86 years. Beloved wife of the late George Farnsworth Phaneuf. Loving mother of Gordon Phaneuf and the late Donald Arthur. Proud grandmother of Brandon Gordon Farnsworth, Bryant Matthew Frankland and Dylan Edwin Donald. Heartfelt gratitude is extended to the staff and volunteers of the Glebe Centre who provided gentle support and care to Brenda throughout the last 10 years of her life. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Southminster United Church, 15 Aylmer Avenue on Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 11 a.m. Interment Pinecrest Cemetery. For those wishing, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Johann Rausch - 01/09/2006
Suddenly and peacefully at home on Sunday, January 8, 2006 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Susanna Rausch and cherished father of Heidi Rausch. He will be greatly missed by sister Katharina ( Adam ) Barthalt and Heinrich ( Kathy ) Rausch of Ottawa, sister-in-law Theresa ( Paul ) Gerhard, brother-in-law Heinrich ( Theresa ) Steib and sister-in-law Katharina Steib ( the late Karl ) of Germany. Nieces, nephews and extended family in Canada and Germany join us in our grief. My father touched many lives in his 34 years at Domtar/Canada Brick. Tweed Avenue and White Lake will certainly be quieter places without him. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod St., on Thursday, January 12 and Friday, January 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at Martin Luther German Evangelical Church, 499 Preston St. on Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Beechwood Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.
Lois Reeves (nee Clapp) - 01/15/2006
passed away on Friday, January 13, 2006 in Ottawa in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Edward Reeves. Mother to Richard and Gail (Greg), grandmother to Stephen and Matthew. Sister of Ruth and Harry. Predeceased by 5 brothers. As requested by Mom, there will be no funeral. Cremation with Interment in Brockville at a later date.
Colonel E. W. Ryan CD - 12/25/2005
Retired Group Captain - RCAF
With his daughters by his bedside, Colonel Pat Ryan passed away peacefully on Friday, December 23rd, 2005, at the Ottawa Hospital. In his 80th year, he is survived by his wife Rita and their four children: Karyn, Vincent, Jo and Dean. He was the proud grandfather of Paul, Steven, Ryan and Simona and great-grandfather to Kayleigh. Also surviving him is his youngest brother, Jack; his other brother, Don, predeceased him.
Born in Kitchener on March 22nd, 1925, he studied Engineering, in London, at the University of Western Ontario and later at the University of Michigan where he received dual Masters: Aeronautical and Electrical Engineering.
Pat is one of the few veterans who served in all three branches of the Canadian Armed Forces: a piper with the Scottish Fusiliers at age 15; a pilot in the Royal Navy at 20, and a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1945 until 1976. During his career, he had postings in Whitehorse, Ottawa, Washington, and Clinton, where he served as Commanding Officer. Following his retirement from the Canadian Armed Forces, he became Assistant Dean of Engineering at Carleton University and later was editor of The Canadian Aeronautics and Space Journal.
An accomplished pilot, engineer, and writer, he will be fondly remembered by his family as a bagpiper, organist, painter, avid reader and tinkerer. His generosity and sharp sense of humour will be greatly missed and never forgotten by those who knew him.
We would like to express our gratitude to the healthcare team of the ICU at the General Campus of the Ottawa Hospital. As Pat supported numerous charities, memorial contributions to your favourite charity would be appreciated. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date.
Sylvia Saslove - 01/16/2006
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Sylvia at the age of 76 on Monday, January 16, 2006. Beloved wife of Ralph Saslove and mother of Andrea (Mark Shore) and Howard (Joanne Hodder). Proud grandmother of Zachary and Jordan. Sister to Lou (Miriam) and Paul Weiner (Eleanor). She will be lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews. We will all miss her dearly. Funeral service will be held at the Jewish Memorial Chapel, 1771 Cuba Avenue on Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at 10:30am. Interment to follow at the Jewish Community Cemetery, Bank Street. Shiva to be held at 2135 Johnston Road from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be much appreciated. A special thank you to the staff of the 5th floor at the Ottawa General for their kindness and special attention.
Samuel Schaenfield - 01/10/2006
(June 28th, 1909 – January 10th, 2006) Peacefully at Hillel Lodge, on Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 in his 97th year. Beloved husband of Dora. Father of David (Rona), Faye Helman (Moshe) and Susan Cohen (David). Much loved Zaidi Sam to Tamar and Gilad Helman (Lana) and Brett and Hilary Schaenfield and great grandfather to Noah Helman. He is predeceased by his brother David Schaenfield. The family would like to extend its sincere thanks to the dedicated staff at Hillel Lodge. A Graveside Service will be held at The Jewish Community Cemetery, Bank Street on Wednesday, January 11th, 2006 at 2 pm. Those wishing may make donations to Hillel Lodge or the charity of your choice. Shiva private.
Connie M. Skelly (Stickle) - 01/06/2006
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Connie Skelly on Friday, January 6, 2006 at the Ottawa General Hospital. Beloved wife, best friend and companion of Bill Skelly for over 42 years. Loving mother of Christopher (Susan) and Timothy (Johanna). Cherished grandmother of Emily, Connor, Ruby, Celia, Hannah and Ainsley. Adored daughter of Alice Stickle (the late Grant) and daughter-in-law to Bill (Doris). Devoted mother-in-law to the late Lisa. Dear sister of Elaine (Steve), Doug, Fred (Laurie), Barry and sister-in-law Johanna (Rick) and Susan. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street, Ottawa on Tuesday, January 10, 2006 from 7 to 9pm. Interment to take place at the Belleville Cemetery on June 19, 2006. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation (to research)503 Smyth Road, Ottawa K1H 9A9 would be appreciated.
Arnold Russell Swerdfeger - 01/09/2006
December 18, 1927 - January 8, 2006
Retired Principal - Ottawa Board of Education
Peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of 54 years to "Pat" Patricia (Campbell). Cherished father of Mary Ann Swerdfeger. Son of the late Russell and the late Alice Swerdfeger of Morewood, Ontario. Arn was a highly respected teacher and then principal of Centennial Public School, devoted to the education of children with special needs. He was a faithful member of Woodroffe United Church and past president (1995/96) and active member of the Kiwanis Club of Sage of Ottawa. Arn had a wonderful sense of humour and will be missed by his many friends and relatives as the caring, thoughtful and hard working person that he was. The family would like to thank Dr. Taylor, Dr. Gick, the many nurses, PSWs, neighbours and friends who cared for Arn and gave the family invaluable support. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Tuesday, from 2-4 and 7-9pm, and Wednesday from 10-11am. Funeral Service will be held at Woodroffe United Church, 207 Woodroffe Avenue on Wednesday, January 11, 2006 at 11:30am. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (please specify for multiple myeloma research) or the Woodroffe United Church Memorial Fund.
