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Jones, Charles Henry
JONES, Charles Henry January 3, 1921 ~ February 25, 2007 Peacefully at the Queensway Carlton Hospital in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Breen). Loving father of Bill (Helene) of Stittsville and Ted (Carrie) of Calgary. Cherished grandfather of Whitney (Jason) of Ottawa and Stephanie and Calvin of Calgary. Predeceased by his sister Gweyneth. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date in Pine Hill Cemetery in Toronto. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Gillespie, Dennis George
Peacefully on Sunday, February 4th, 2007, in his 88th year. Dennis Gillespie, beloved husband of the late May Poulton. Remembered with love by daughters Barbara Quesnel, Carole (Meme) Myles (Ray). Cherished grandfather of Christopher Quesnel, Jody Myles (Kitiya), Lisa Scrivens (Rick), Mark Myles (Shanee). His memory will live on in the lives of his great grandchildren. Thank you to Cathy and the 2nd floor staff at Central Park Lodge for making his last days comfortable. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road at Roosevelt Avenue, Ottawa on Wednesday, February 7th, from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. Private Interment Notre Dame Cemetery, Ottawa. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Dennis please consider the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6.
VanDyk, Hendrik Jan (Henk)
1947-2005
Peacefully in hospital on Wednesday, December 7, 2005. Predeceased by his parents Hendrik Jan and Kathy VanDijk. Brother of Grace Van (John), Gerrit (Loretta), Harry (the late Sharon), Tim (Sharon), Bea Naemark (Len) and Barry (Sharon). Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road, at Roosevelt on Sunday, December 11, 2005 from 7 to 9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at Parkwood Presbyterian Church, 10 Chesterton Drive, Ottawa on Monday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
Bennett, Norman C. (Norm)
Retired RCAF and Dominion Dairies
Peacefully at the Perley Rideau Veterans Health Centre on Saturday, January 13, 2007 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Winnie (nee Kenny). Loving father of Brenda Atwood (David) of Woodlawn. Grandfather of Melissa Needham (Matthew) of Arnprior and Stephanie Atwood of Kanata. A very special thanks to Dr. Uppal for the exceptional care given and to the wonderful staff of Ottawa 1 East at the Perley Rideau Veterans Health Centre. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road), Nepean on Wednesday, January 17, 2007 from 12 noon until time of service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Cunningham, Richard B.
Surrounded by his family, in hospital, on Monday, January 1, 2007 in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Yvonne. Fondly remembered by his children Daniel (Dianne), Lynn (Renn), and Denis. Loving grandfather of Caitlyn, Andrew, Zenon, Stephanie and Valerie. Great-grandfather of Dominic, Melodie, Gabrielle and Samuel. Dear brother of the late Gerald. Friends may attend a memorial service at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road), Nepean on Sunday, January 14, 2007 at 1:30 p.m.
Potter, Pierrette Marie
Pierrette went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 30, 2005, in her 84th year. Pierrette was the devoted wife of Carrol Weston Potter, who predeceased her in 2003. She was the extraordinary mother of four children: Elaine (David), Michael (Pam), Gerald (Debbie), and Marc (Shelly); who blessed her with several grandchildren. Pierrette is also survived by three siblings: Pierre-Paul Bourbonnais, Monique Lalonde, and Yseult Bourbonnais. A memorial service will be held at Greenbelt Baptist Church, 839 Shefford Road, Gloucester, ON on Friday, September 2nd, at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. In memoriam donations may be made to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, 2411 - 40 Ruskin Street, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4W7; or to the Belleville Pregnancy Crisis Centre, 181B Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON K8N 3A5. Condolences may be sent to Gerald Potter, 526 Rougemount Crescent, Ottawa, Ontario K4A 2Z8
Whitehorne, Mary Gwen (Betty)
(nee Buttery) Peacefully on Thursday, September 1st, 2005 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Beloved wife of John (Jack) Whitehorne for 56 years. Dearly loved mother of Susan (Jack Ruyter) of Barrhaven, Lynda (Steve O Connor) of Munster, Sherry Herring of Kingston and predeceased by her daughter Nancy. Cherished Nanny to Elizabeth, Amanda and Nicholas Ruyter; Brendan, Christopher and Brady O Connor and Maryann and Carolyn Herring. Fond sister-in-law to Beverly Lawrence (Maury) and Joan Stevens (Eric). Predeceased by her parents Ann and George Buttery and her in-laws Dorothy and Charles Whitehorne. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road) Nepean on Monday, September 5, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Those wishing may send donations in her memory to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation.
Plessers, Dr. Arthur Gerry
At Carleton Lodge on Friday September 2, 2005 in his 98th year. Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Lawrence) for 59 years. Loving father of Peggy (Jim Bell). Cherished grandfather of Jason and Michelle (Michael Wright). He will also be missed by his extended family in Belgium. At Gerry's request, a private family service will be held. Special thanks to the staff of Carleton Lodge for their exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa-Carleton, 1750 Russell Rd, Ottawa, ON, K1Z 9Z9 would be appreciated.
Tanner, Verna Margaret
Peacefully at home on Thursday, September 1, 2005 in her 89th year. Predeceased by her husband Roy. Dear mother of Dale, Deb (Bob Mulholland) and Malcolm (Anne). Loving grandmother of Rob (Monica) and Neil Mulholland and Alicia and Jaclyn. Also survived by her sister Joy. Predeceased by five brothers. The family wish to thank all those who made mom's last years easier. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road) Nepean on Tuesday, September 6, 2005 from 10 a.m. until the funeral service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. Those wishing may make donations to the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital.
Slemko, Stephen
Peacefully in hospital, on Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at the age of 78 years. Loving husband of Lucienne. Dear father of Mike (Debbie). At the family's request, a private service will be held. For those who wish a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Offley, George William Clive
Suddenly, at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Thursday September 1st, 2005, at the age of 83 years. Predeceased by his loving wife Mary. Dear father of Cathrine (Bo Skowronnek), Judith-Ann Offley (Rick Leizert), Margaret Offley (Glenn Coffin) and Diane (Carl Harriman). Proud grandfather of 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Born in England, George affected all who knew him through his vibrant, and lively character and his determined will. He joined the Air Arm of the Royal Navy and flew one of the nine Swordfish torpedo bombers attacking the German battleship Bismarck in the first ever carrier-borne air strike against a battleship. George received the Murmansk Medal from the Former Soviet Union in recognition of his allied service, and has been decorated extensively by the Canadian and British Governments, including receiving the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002. He supported and participated in The Royal Canadian Legion and ensuring veterans' rights. The family would like to thank the staff and physicians at the Ottawa Heart Institute for their care and compassion during George's treatments. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd., at Roosevelt, on Tuesday September 6th, 2005 from 2 p.m. until service time in the Chapel at 6 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute, would be appreciated. "And our sails we will set Good bye, fare-ye-well."
Minion (nee Purdy), Susan
Suddenly at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Saturday September 3, 2005 at the age of 58. Loving wife and best friend of David. Dear mother of Sean (Andrea Brown) and Melissa (Andrew Woodard). Proud grandmother of Dilhan Averi and Jamie on the way. Dear sister of Bill (Edna), Sharon (Frank) and Kevin (Deb). Much loved daughter-in-law of Les and the late Rita Minion. Beloved sister-in-law of Bill (Carolyn), Rick (Carol) and Lesley (Dan). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents William and Edith and her brother Lynn. At the family's request the funeral arrangements are private. The family wish to thank the doctors and nurses of the ICU and the neurological department of the Ottawa Civic Hospital for their care. In lieu of flowers, a donation to CHEO would be appreciated.
Bryan (nee Waddell), Marjorie "Marge"
Peacefully at New Orchard Lodge, on Sunday September 4, 2005 in her 90th year. Predeceased by her husband Dan. Survived by her niece Pat Lightfoot (Robert) of Stratford and nephew John Stavonow of Cobden ON, and several cousins. Predeceased by her parents William and Ruby Waddell and her brother Gordon. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd., (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.), on Wednesday September 7, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m., and on Thursday from 12 noon until the funeral service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment at South Gower Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to the charity of choice would be appreciated. A special thank you to the caring staff of New Orchard Lodge.
Jones, Margaret "Peggy"
Peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, on Sunday September 4, 2005, in her 91st year. Predeceased by her husband Kenneth. Loving mother of Leslie and Valerie (Ron Irving). Proud grandmother of Michelle (Philip Devonald) and Christian (Michelle). Great-grandmother of Bailey and Emma. Dear friend of May and Stephen. Peggy will be missed by Kira. Friends may join the family for the memorial service at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd., (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.), on Friday September 9, 2005, in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. The family wich to thank the staff, specifically floor A3 of the Queensway Carleton Hospital for their care.
Coyne, Lorraine
Peacefully on Monday, September 5, 2005 in her 64th year. Daughter of the late John and Elma (nee Lemay) Coyne. Beloved mother of Sherrie Dunehew of Chesterville. Dear sister of Christina Cross (the late Ron) of Nashville, Tenn. Loved aunt of Thomas and Marie Cross of Atlanta Ga. Also sadly missed by many relatives and friends. Friends may attend a graveside service at St. John s Parish Cemetery, Enniskerry on Saturday, September 10, 2005 at 11 a.m.
Moyer, Clarence "Duke"
Peacefully, on September 6, 2005 at the Ottawa General Hospital at the age of 81. Predeceased by his loving wife Mae (nee MacIntosh). Dear father of Diane (Dick Freeborough), Linda (Curt Watkins), Graham (Jody), and Wendy (Paul Redfern). Cherished grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Claude. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road, (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd) Nepean, on Thursday September 8th from 3 4 p.m. A memorial service will follow in the chapel at 4:00p.m. Special thanks to the staff at Richmond Park Square. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Lewis, Harold W.
Peacefully at Longfields Manor, on Tuesday September 6, 2005, at the age of 91. Predeceased by his wife Leona. Dear father of Wayne (Lyn). Proud grandfather of Shannon and Allison. Friends may call at the Westboro chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd., at Roosevelt, on Wednesday September 7, 2005, from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Capital Memorial Gardens. For those who wish, a donation to the charity of choice would be appreciated. We would like to thank the staff of Long Fields Manor for their excellent care and support of dad and all our family.
Doran, William "Bill"
Suddenly at his residence in Carp on Tuesday, September 6, 2005 at the age of 65. Beloved husband of Gwen (Leech). Son of the late Warren and Marguerite Doran. Loving father of Troy (Debbie), Tracey (Brent) and Terry (Chantal). Special grandpa to Taylor and Logan, Colby and Bryson and Alissia. Brother of Warren Jr. (Dwyla) of Pembroke, Ruth Gagnon (Victor) of Chapeau, QC. Patsy Deighton (Hartley) of Lindsay, Grant (Barb) of Pembroke, Peter (the late Faye) of Pembroke, Paulette Furnival (Richard) of Pembroke and the late Jack. Son in-law of Sam and Gladys Leech of Cobden. Brother-in-law to Keith Leech(Teri), Richard Leech (Pat), Linda (the late Frank Etmanskie), Rhonda (the late Nathan Remus) and Ron Leech (Pam). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Valley Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes 115 Rivington Street, Carp on Friday, September 9, 2005 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be held at Cobden Union Cemetery on Saturday at 3 p.m. Those wishing may make donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
MacLennan, Ian Alexander
Peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, September 6th, 2005, in his 93rd year. Predeceased by his wife Phoebe (nee Baker), sons Peter and Donald, sisters Flora and Ida and brother Norman. Beloved father of Roderick (Mary Ann), Hugh (Debra) and Kathleen Perreault (Michael). Greatly missed by grandchildren Marijean, Benjamin, Robin and Amanda. Special great granddad to Tyler, Michelle and Joseph. Survived also by dear brother Donald. Many thanks to the Palliative Care Unit of the Ottawa General Hospital and for the loving attention given by the Barrhaven Manor. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road), Nepean on Thursday 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday at 2:30 p.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Ian, please consider the charity of your choice.
Manship, David John
Suddenly in the afternoon on Tuesday, September 6, in Ottawa. David (D.J.) John Manship left those who loved him most. D.J. will be greatly missed by his mother Debby, his brother Derrick and many other family and friends who knew him well and shared his life. Friends may pay their respects at the Valley Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 115 Rivington St., Carp, on Saturday, September 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association or to the Royal Ottawa Hospital.
Whiting, Violet (nee Lewis)
Peacefully at Villa Marconi, on Tuesday September 6, 2005, at the age of 89. Predeceased by her beloved husband Harry. Loving mother of Shirley (Bert Treichel) and Ron (Marion). Proud grandmother of 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A private family service was held at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes. The family wish to thank the caring staff of Villa Marconi Gentle Care Unit. For those who wish, a donation to the Villa Marconi Gentle Care Unit be appreciated.
