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Shaw Pratt, Aileen (Aileen MacGregor)
Employee – City of Ottawa, Carleton Lodge Former Township of Rideau. In the General Hospital surrounded by family on Saturday, September 10, 2005 in her 56th year. Aileen Shaw best friend and beloved wife of Robert Pratt. Loving mother of Joanne and Liz MacGregor. Daughter of Mary Shaw of Pakenham and the late Borden Shaw. Sister of Philip Shaw of Toronto. Sadly missed by stepchildren Bev Van Leyen (Andy), Sherri Spencer (Willy), Ben Pratt (Jody) and Roberta Graham (Jerry). Step grandmother of Richard and Cynthia Lomaz, Lyndsay and Kenny Sloan Van Leyen, Alex and Matthew Van Leyen, Abraham, Ema, Amy and April Pratt. Sister-in-law of Bill Pratt (Patricia) and Lee Anne Daly (the late John). A private family service will be held. Friends are invited to a memorial reception at the Kars R.A. Centre on Sunday, September 18th from 2 to 4 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Ottawa General Hospital, Cancer Centre, the Canadian Cancer Society or Carleton Lodge would be appreciated.
McElary, Colleen
On Saturday, September 10, 2005 at the age of 60. Beloved wife of the late Wayne McElary. Loving mother of Andrew (Drew) and Krista. Dear sister of Michael and his wife Moira Burns, and of the late Sandra Proulx. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd., (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.), on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday at 1 pm. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to the charity of their choice.
Trobridge, Dr. Geoffrey (Bob)
Peacefully at Carleton Lodge, Ottawa, on Saturday September 10, 2005 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Irene Trobridge. Loving father of Geoffrey (Jane) of Exeter, England, Catherine Gilbert (Henry), and Peter (Beth). Dear grandfather of Robert, Caitlin, and Jim. A private family service will be held at Capital Memorial Gardens. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to the Alzheimer's Society.
Hunter, Charles
WWII Veteran Member of R.C.L Branch # 638 Kanata Peacefully on Friday, September 9th, 2005 at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of Trudy Hunter (nee de Haan). Loving father of Chris, Ian, Graham, Barry and step-father to Ellen, Ray, Fred and Gerald. Survived by 14 grandchildren. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road), Nepean on Monday from 12 to 2 p.m. funeral service will follow in the chapel at 2 p.m.
Fleming, L. CDR. Charles W., CD, RCN. Retired
After what he always perceived as a great life Charlie Fleming departed this life on Thursday, September 8, 2005 for a still greater life in the glory of God at age 85. Beloved husband of Elsie Fleming (nee Large). Loving father of Arlene Margaret Pelrine (Joseph M.) of Vancouver and David William presently in Las Vegas. Cherished grandfather of Lynn C. and Karen L. Pelrine both of Vancouver. Dear brother of Mary Lou Dewar (Robert) of Calgary, Alice Wachter (Charlie) of Maryland, Stanley (Carol) of Fergus, ON and Douglas of Saint John, NB. Born in Saint John, NB, Charles spent a large part of his life in Naval pursuits, starting at age 10 in Sea Cadets then to naval reserves and eventually in the RCN during which time he had several commands both ashore and afloat. Many friends of Charlie would remember him as just plain Chuck Fleming, particularly in the world of sport where he was a player in baseball and hockey and an active participant in modern western square dancing, both as a caller and dancer. Charles will also be remembered as a high school teacher serving under Ottawa Board of Education at Champlain High School. Charlie's final work was a six year stint with the Royal Canadian Corps of Commissionaires, in which he proudly served in what he always expressed, was a great joy and pleasure among his veteran peers. Friends may call at All Saints Anglican Church Westboro, 347 Richmond Road, Ottawa on Monday, September 12, 2005 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral Service will be held at the church on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Reception to follow in Stacey Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Given, Nancy (nee Carroll)
Courageously after a battle with cancer on Sunday September 11, 2005 at the age of 66. Predeceased by her beloved husband Harry. Loving mother of Barry (Patricia), Mary (Vincent Legault) and Cathy Given (Brian Petruk). Proud grandmother of Mellissa, April, Cheryl, Billy, and Shannon. Dear sister of Frank and Bernadette. Predeceased by her brother Walter and her sister Ann. Friends are invited to join the family for the memorial mass at St. Brigid Roman Catholic Church, 179 Murray St., Ottawa, on Thursday September 15, 2005, at (time to be confirmed). Inurnment to follow at Notre Dame Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements in the care of Tubman Funeral Homes.
McKenzie (WO1 Cd RCAF Retired), Stuart A.
Peacefully on Sunday, Sept 11, 2005 Stuart McKenzie of Ottawa, Ont., at the age of 81 years. Beloved husband of Frances McKenzie son of Edith and Kenneth McKenzie. He will be sadly missed by his five children Steven (Judie), Bonnie, Dawn, Colin (Mary) and Timothy. Loving grandfather of 5 grandchildren Geoffrey, Jennifer, Jamie, Jessie, Thomas and Grandpa-Grandpa to Kyla. Stu served with distinction in the RCAF from 1943 to 1972 during which he was a peacekeeper with the UNEF in Gaza. He will also be remembered as a High School teacher at Pontiac Protestant High School. Stu proudly served with his fellow veterans as a member of the Royal Canadian Corps of Commissionaires. Friends may attend a memorial visitation at the Westboro Chapel of the Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road at Roosevelt on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 from 7-9 pm. A memorial service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 11 am. Interment of Cremated remains will take place at Campbell's Bay on Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 3 pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or to the RCAF Memorial Museum, P.O. Box 1000, Stn. Forces, Astra, ON,K0K 3W0 would be appreciated by the family.
McPherson, Yvonne Florence
At Garden Terrace, on Sunday September 11, 2005, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Bill. Dear mother of Barbara (Eric Bull), Douglas (Margret), and Marcia (Michael Scrimgeour). Loving grandmother of Jamie, Karen, Michael, Bill, Christopher and Laura. Great-grandmother of William. Sister of Norman Wilson (Carol). Friends are invited to join the family for a reception at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes 3440 Richmond Rd., (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.), on Saturday September 17, 2005, from 2 to 5 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated.
LeBrun, Neila Bernice
(nee Rankin) Peacefully, surrounded by her family, at the Perley-Rideau Veterans' Health Centre, on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 in her 83rd year. Loving wife of Clifford. Beloved mother of Mary Marbeth Elichuk (Richard), Cliff (Elizabeth) and Cheryl Forestell (Stephen). Loving Nanny of Jay Lebrun (Heidi) and Nicole Lebrun; Bill, David and Shannon Forestell. Proud great-grandmother of Isabelle and Abaigael Lebrun. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd., (at Roosevelt Ave.) on Friday 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Heart Institute or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
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.
Currie, Dorothy nee Brown
Peacefully at the Ottawa Grace Manor on Monday, May 28, 2007 in her 94th year. Finally reunited with her beloved husband Charlie. Loving mother of Richard (Mary Jean). Cherished grandmother of Jennifer Rose (Jim), Rick Currie (Rosanne Palmer), and Heather Whiting (Doug). Dear great-grandmother of Dayna and Emily Rose, Haley and Jessica Currie and Jacob and Zachary Whiting. A graveside service will be held in Richmond Hill at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Grace Manor would be appreciated.
Graham, Geraldine (Bunny)
Date of Death: June 16, 2004
(nee Johnston) passed away in Ottawa on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Douglas R. Graham for 56 years. She is also survived by daughter Nancy Mandigo, son in law Stephen Mandigo and grandchildren Lindsay and Christopher Mandigo of Pointe Claire, QC, son Richard Graham of Smiths Falls, ON, sister Joan Johnston, sister and brother- in- law Patricia and Dag Overgaard of Vancouver, BC. Geraldine was born and educated in Winnipeg, MB and was a member of St. James Anglican Church, Manotick and the Carleton Golf and Yacht Club. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at St. James Anglican Church, Manotick, ON, followed by a reception in Tompkins Hall. Inurnment Capital Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Hospice at May Court, 114 Cameron Ave., Ottawa, ON K1S 0X1.
Crosby, Agnes
Date of Death: June 21, 2004
At the Richmond Care Home, Richmond, Ontario, on Monday, June 21, 2004, in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Crosby. Dear mother of Penny Begbie (Steven) of Ottawa. Sister of Arthur Pilcher of Tonbridge, Kent, England and the late Cathy, Winnie, Doris and Gordon. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road, Nepean Ontario, on Friday from 1 p.m. until time of Memorial Service in the chapel on Friday at 2 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in Windsor, Nova Scotia in September, date to be confirmed. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Morrison, Joyce
Date of Death: June 22, 2004
(nee Young) Suddenly, but peacefully on Tuesday, June 22, 2004, in her 74th year. Beloved wife of the late Gordon. Loving mother of Debbie Harris (John) of Calgary, Sandi Swain (David) and Scott (Carol Willis). Dear grandmother of Kristi, Jamie, Sabrina, Peter, Chelsea and Courtney. Aunt of Tamara Dentremont and Bobby Young. Sister of the late Claire Rycroft and Melvin “Joe” Young. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road at Roosevelt on Saturday from 11 a.m. until time of service in the chapel on Saturday at 1 p.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. Special thanks to the staff at Longfields Manor for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Cloutier, Gerard U.
Date of Death: June 22, 2004
WWII Veteran, Royal Canadian Navy United States Air Force, Strategic Air Command Department of National Defence (2ETE) Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Tuesday, June 22, 2004 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Vera Crocker. Dear father of Gerard Jr., Andre Richard, Gail (Connery) and Suzanne. Proud grandfather of four beautiful granddaughters, Tara, Ashley, Andrea and Thrane. Also survived by his sister Jacqueline Bender and one niece Ginette Bethell. Predeceased by his parents Wilfred Cloutier and Florence Trepanier and brother Andre. Gerard joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1942 at the age of 17 and served his country with distinction and pride on the H.M.S. Prince Rupert. He was a gunner on that ship at the Battle of Normandy. He was extremely proud of his service and talked about it up to the end. His favourite saying was “If you love your freedom, thank a Veteran” Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road at Roosevelt on Tuesday, June 29, 2004 from 3 p.m. until time of service in the chapel on Tuesday at 7 p.m. A Legion Service will be held in the chapel at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 480 Poppy Fund, 391 Richmond Road, Ottawa K2A 0E7 would be appreciated.
Morrison, Kenneth , C.A.
Date of Death: June 25, 2004
Peacefully after a long but brave battle with cancer on Friday, June 25, 2004 age 74 years. Some have said that life is a journey. Ken has walked along this path of life hand in hand with his beloved wife of 49 years, Shirley, and shoulder to shoulder with his sons Chris and Ross. Along the way he was joined by his two daughters-in-law, Danielle and Diane, but perhaps some of his proudest steps were the smaller ones he took with his grandchildren, Samantha, Emily, John and Teresa. Ken did not begin this journey alone, but took his first steps with his parents the late Arnold and Janetta Morrison and ran eagerly along this road with his sisters Dorothy Boyd, Judy Thompson, Kay Ingraham and brother Dick Morrison, and later with his goddaughter Karen Giust and many nieces and nephews Although his family and many friends will no longer feel his touch or hear his footsteps walking this path of life, our own journeys have been made much richer by sharing this road with him. Special thanks to the nurses and doctors at the Ottawa General Hospital, 6 NW and our good friends Pat and David Stoate. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Baseline Rd., and Bayshore Dr.) Nepean on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Private inurnment Pinecrest Cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Friends of Hospice, 3730 Richmond Rd., Suite 106, Nepean, K2H 5B9 or the Wild Bird Care Centre, 73 Majestic Dr., Nepean, K2G 1C9.
Mundy, Bruce
Date of Death: June 26, 2004
Peacefully at Barrhaven Manor on Saturday, June 26 2004 in his 80th year. Predeceased by his loving wife Lenore Batters, formerly of Windsor. Dear father of David (Heidi), Jeffrey (Susan), Peter (Sue) and the late Susie Mundy. Dear grandfather of Lukas, Stephen, Leigh, Caitlin and Carrie. Brother-in-law of Jack and Marilyn Batters of Toronto and uncle of Scott, Vicki and Arden. Born in Toronto with continuing connections to Ward’s Island and the University of Toronto (Victoria College). Bruce joined the Royal Canadian Navy and maintained a life long involvement with the Navy League of Canada and the Sea Cadet Corps Falkland. He moved to the Westboro area of Ottawa in 1951 to work for R.L. Crain Ltd and later with Public Works Canada. Over fifty years were spent with the good friends and neighbours of Fraser Avenue. He was an active member of the Anglican Church his whole life belonging to St. Martin’s-in-the-Field, Toronto and All Saint’s Westboro in Ottawa. The last twenty years saw him and Lenore spending most of their summer time at their cottage on Otter Lake. They enjoyed the friendship of their neighbours and the good friends they made at St Peter’s Anglican Church in Newboyne. He will also be missed by friends at the Granite Curling Club. Bruce had a passion for life enjoying people of all ages and walks of life, fine food, sports and a love of reading and learning. His happiest times were centred around his family and especially with his beloved Lenore. He missed her greatly these last years, but now they are together again. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd. at Roosevelt on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at All Saints’ Anglican Church, Westboro on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Jackson, Dr. Ray Weldon
Date of Death: June 26, 2004
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at home on Saturday morning, June 26, 2004, in his 83rd year. A man whose patient spirit and loving support touched so many, he will be forever cherished in our hearts. Predeceased in 1998 by his wife, Ruth (nee Comfort), and fondly remembered by his surviving four brothers and three sisters. An extraordinary father to Suzanne, Martha, Kathren, and Fraser, and an inspirational presence to his sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, and eight grandchildren. We are very grateful to the sensitive and caring palliative care staff at the Civic Hospital and in the community for respecting Ray’s wishes, making him comfortable at home where he wanted to be. We thank all his very special friends who filled his life with purpose and helped him on his journey to the very end and beyond. He was an advanced thinker for his time and a tireless crusader for new ideas that encouraged global cooperation and healing. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Baseline Rd., and Bayshore Dr.) Nepean on Tuesday from 1:30 until time of funeral service in the chapel at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Friends of the Earth, 206-260 St. Patrick St., Ottawa, K1N 5K5 would be appreciated.
