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George Wesley Keith Kennedy - 02/19/2006
WWII Veteran-Served in the European Theatre, Holland, Belgium, France and Germany passed away very peacefully on Thursday, February 16th, 2006 at the Perly Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Margaret Tunks and best mate of 62 years. Loving father of the late Maureen, Laurie, Sheila (Michael), Glenn and Peter (Sherry). Special grandfather to Gaelan and Jared. Brother of Kathleen (Frank), Eldreda (Douglas) and Berry (Evelyn). Predeceased by his siblings Thelma, John, Robert, William and Audrey. George honoured his commitment and loyalty to his family through his love and decency. Foe many years he was a member of the Highlands Golf Club and Uplands Curling Club. A Memorial Service in his honor will be held at ST. Richard’s Anglican Church, 8 Withrow Avenue, Ottawa on Saturday, February 25th, 2006 at 11a.m.. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Perly Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre Foundation would be appreciated. Heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to the entire staff at the Perley Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre, especially Rideau 1 South.
Gertrude Kezar - 02/10/2006
It is with great sadness that the family of Gertrude announces her passing to our Lord in her 77th year, on February 9, 2006. Beloved wife of 59 years to John Kezar. Dear mother of Gary, Susan, Abigail and Arthur, loving aunt to Nancy. Survived by 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Funeral Service will be held at St. Helen's Anglican Church,Orleans, on Saturday, February 18 at 2pm. Interment planned for Sherbrooke, Quebec in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hospice at May Court would be appreciated.
Robert Lackey - 02/07/2006
On Saturday, February 4th, 2006. Husband of Debbie Ann Lackey and father of Rob Jr. and Bruce Jason Lee. Friends and family are invited to a reception to honour his life to be held at the RCAF Officer's Mess, 158 Gloucester St. on Thursday, February 9, 2006 beginning at 6:30pm. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Arthur David Livingston - 02/06/2006
BA, MA (Philosophy) University of Western Ontario
At home on Sunday, January 29, 2006 , aged 70 years. Dear brother of Marilyn McMurray and her husband William. Son of the late Marjorie Slinn Bird and Arthur Douglas Livingston. A Private Service was held on February 4, 2006. Arrangement in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. For those wishing donations may be made to the Ottawa Humane Society.
Anne Marion (nee Evans) - 02/14/2006
Peacefully at the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre on Monday, February 13, 2006 in her 75th year. Born in 1931 in Pontypridd, S. Wales. Wife of Dr. Gilles Marion, retired pediatrician M.D.C.M., FRCP (C.).
We met at a St. Valentine’s party in “Canada House” in Paris in 1954, and then married in Pontypridd that summer, then moved to Ottawa in Manor Park. We had four children in five years Lyse (Jim Smithe), David, Gigi (Ron Grant), Dr. Marc (Christina Fernandez), nine grandchildren Andrew, Monica, Olivia, Genevieve and Stephanie; Jessica and Michel; and Anya and Noah.
Anne was extremely well known in the “horse” community and a fantastic cook.
Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Friday, February 17, 2006 from 2-5pm. The Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church, 400 St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, on Saturday, February 18, 2006 at 10am. Interment at Notre-Dame Cemetery.
Whether in the Verdant Taff Valley of Wales or the snow covered fields around Ottawa, Anne lived life fully on the back of a horse.
John (Jean) Marleau - 02/15/2006
At the Montfort hospital on Wednesday February 15, 2006 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Laurette Leduc. Cherished dad of Louise (Ron) Villeneuve. Adored grandpa of Shannon (Jon) and Jason; and proud great-grandpa of Jacob and Jordon. Survived by one sister, and predeceased by his two brothers and one sister.As requested by John, his body has been donated to the University of Ottwaa School of Medicine. Interment to take place at a later date. Donations in John's memory can be made to the Montfort Hospital Foundation.
F. Kennneth North - 02/13/2006
M.A.,D.Phil.Oxon. Professor Emeritus, Department of Earth Sciences, Carleton University, Ottawa. Geologist and scholar, died Sunday, February 12 at Ottawa in his 87th year. He leaves his wife of 58 years Kathleen, and children Andrew of Fergus, Ontario, Alison of Tucson, Arizona, and Anthony of Toronto. In his youth a rugby and grass hockey player, Ken served in the British army for 6 years, seeing action in India and Burma. As a field geologist, he explored the Canadian Rockies and the Peruvian and Bolivian Andes, in addition to various parts of Central America and the Caribbean. As an academic, he was a popular and well-informed lecturer who authored a text on Petroleum Geology. He was a lover of classical music, a rugby coach and ball tosser. Having lived in Calgary, San Francisco and Ottawa, the Norths enjoyed a wonderful Sabbatical leave at Trinity College, Dublin, and travelled extensively in retirement. The family extend heartfelt thanks to Charge Nurse Joan and her staff at Willow House for their tender loving care of Ken. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod St., on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Peter D. Clark Centre, 9 Meridian Place, Nepean, Ont. K2G 6P8.
Christopher John Orton - 02/15/2006
Aged 66, died suddenly on February 7th, 2006, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. He will be missed greatly by his children Caroline, Jennifer and Stephen, his son-in-law Pano, his grandchildren Matthew, Anna and Demetrios, his cousins, and other family members. He was pre-deceased by his father, William Birnie Orton, his mother, Blanche (Robertson) Orton, and his sister, Yvonne (Orton) Carriere. He will also be sadly missed by his colleagues and friends at the Ottawa School of Art, where he was the Registrar, by his many friends at Salus, as well as by all the friends he had made throughout his life’s journey. In keeping with his wishes, a memorial service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry Chapel, 315 McLeod St., Ottawa on Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 2:30pm. Sincere thanks to the staff at the Intensive Care Unit of the Ottawa Civic Hospital for their devotion and professionalism.
Mary Catherine (nee Haviland) Paquette - 02/16/2006
Originally from Halifax, N.S. Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at the age of 86. Dear daughter of the late Willard Haviland and the late Mabel Hemeon. Dearly beloved wife of the late Albert Arthur Paquette. Loving mother of Claudette Ivey (Keith), Richard (Suzanne Robinson) and Paul (Lisa Baird). Fondly remembered by her 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Mary will be dearly missed by her nieces, nephews and many close friends. Predeceased by her brother Donald Haviland. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. The Funeral Mass will be held St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 518 Donald Street, Ottawa on Saturday, February 18, 2006 at 10 a.m. Interment Notre-Dame Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions to the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa Carleton, 1750 Russell Road, Ottawa. K1Z 9Z9 would be appreciated by the family.
James Carl "Jim" Parcher - 02/16/2006
Peacefully at St. Vincent Hospital on Wednesday, February 15, 2006, at the age of 78. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be missed by many. At James's request there will be no service or visitation. In memoriam donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to St. Vincent Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
Anita Philippe (nee St-Jean) - 02/17/2006
September 4, 1934 - February 15, 2006 On the eve of her death, Anita Philippe, at the age of 71, was surrounded by her family. On this night, for a precious hour or two, there were no tears. Those who knew her best encircled her bed and as a group, drew close to the woman they loved dearly. They held her hands, rubbed her feet, and offered what physical comfort they could. Anita, without uttering a word, had drawn them together yet again, as she had so often. Those who were there shared stories of their lives. It was as if, for the last time, they were sitting around Anita's dining room table, happy, warm, safe and secure. Anita Philippe died well loved around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 15, less than 2 years after her beloved husband Don. She was an angel, and will be lovingly remembered by her children Kim (Vic Jardine), Darlene (Ron Unruh), Mark (Martine Larocque) and Christine (Rob Warner); and her grandchildren Jessica, Adam, Luke, Sara, Jacob, Brianne, Zakary, Lyndon and Keegan. One of 11 children born to Bernadette and Oscar St-Jean of Alfred, Ontario. Sister of Dieudonne, the late Raymonde, Yolande, Gisele, Jean-Guy, Jeanette, Noella, Reina, Colombe and the late Michel. Dear sister-in-law of Doreen (Brian Brash), Roy Philippe (Susan) and mother-in-law Elena Lainesse. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Anita worked for 25 years at St. Patrick's Home of Ottawa, caring for those who couldn't care for themselves. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Sunday, February 19, 2006, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, 1060 Baseline Road on Monday, February 20, 2006, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Center would be appreciated. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff at the Ottawa Civic Hospital for the tender care they provided.
William Glyndwr Powell - 02/18/2006
Lt. Com. - retired Suddenly, but peacefully, at Granite Ridge Nursing Home, Stittsville, ON, on Friday, February 17th, 2006 in his 86th year. Much loved and devoted husband of Norah ( nee Paley ) in their 65th year of marriage. Dearly loved Dad of Lt. Com. Richard (Cathy ) Darthmouth, NS; Susan Baker ( Tom) Carleton Place, ON; and Gordon ( Wendy ), Almonte, ON. Cherished Grampa and Poppa to Jennifer, Justin, Jordon Powell, Jody Baker and Chelsea Powell. Dear son of the late Jonathan and Hannah Powell. Dear brother of Gwen Rattray ( Chuck ) Squamish, BC, and the late Idris Powell. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Bill proudly served in the Royal Canadian Navy for 33 years. A Memorial Service will be held at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road, Ottawa on Monday, February 20 2006 at 2:30p.m. Donations in Bill’s memory can be made to the Lanark County Therapeutic Riding Program, 103 Judson Street, Carleton Place , ON or the National Capital Sport’s Council of the Disabled, 4-880 Wellington Street, Ottawa,ON.
Richard John (Rick) Schumann - 02/13/2006
In hospital on Monday, February 13, 2006 at the age of 73 years. Dearly beloved husband and best friend of Elaine Salmon. Predeceased by his parents Daniel and Lilian (nee DeGray). He leaves to mourn his mother-in-law Elsie Salmon of Ottawa, his brother and sister-in-law Art and Veronica Salmon, his niece Erica, nephew Andrew, all of Oakville and cousins Brian, Wayne and Gale DeGray of Atlanta, Georgia. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Rehabilitation Centre of the Ottawa Hospital, or the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
Lyle Alfred Starkey - 02/07/2006
WWII Veteran Royal Canadian Engineers Peacefully in hospital on Saturday, February 4th, 2006 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie. Loving father of Lynne Gale (the late Gary), Martin (Cathy), and Gary. Cherished grandfather of Cindy (Terry), Terry (Janet), Cheryl and Tracy and great-grandfather of 6. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, February 8, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with reception to follow. Interment Pinecrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of one's choice would be appreciated.
