BISSETT, Suzan (nee Melrose) On Tuesday, June 6, 2000 after a brief illness and exceptional care at the Ottawa General Hospital. Loving mother of Sheila-Marie (Paul Dore) and proud grandmother of Tasha Latimer. Will be missed by sister and brother-in-law Ruth and Edward Saray. Friends may call at McEvoy Shields Funeral Home, 235 Kent Street after 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2000 followed by service in her memory at 2 p.m. in the chapel. In lieu of flowers donations to Breast Cancer Action, Billings Bridge Plaza, P.O. Box 39041, Ottawa, Ontario K1H 1A1.

BLAIS, Mary Grace (nee Leblanc) A woman of tremendous courage, beauty and determination passed away peacefully, Tuesday June 13, 2000 at the Centre Elisabeth Bruyere, Ottawa. Grace Blais age 80 years. Widow of Henri Blais. Loving and proud mother of Louise, Suzanne (Gumpert) and Pauline. Dear mother-in-law to Tony Gumpert and Guy Morazain and fond Nana of Andrea and Michael Gumpert; Sasha and Mathew Morazain. Predeceased by her brothers Rupert, Leo and Percy Leblanc and a dear friend Romeo Arsenault. Grace is cherished by many nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends from coast to coast. From her early years in a one room school house in the Gaspe, QC, Grace enjoyed a long teaching career with the Canadian Armed Forces in Bagotville, St. Hubert and Baden Baden, Germany, retiring in Ottawa and wintering in Florida. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. To her daughters, she is our woman of distinction. Special thanks to the staff and caregivers at the Pallisades Residence and the Centre Elisabeth Bruyere. Cremation. A Mass in Memory of Grace Blais will be held on Saturday June 17, 2000 at Holy Cross Church, 685 Walkley Rd., Ottawa at 11 a.m. In memoriam donations to the CNIB or the Centre Elisabeth Bruyere appreciated.

BOIVIN, Lucien (Moe) Veteran, World War II Peacefully in hospital on Thursday, June 8th, 2000, after a courageous battle with cancer, Moe Boivin, age 79. Beloved husband of Rita DeGuise. Father of Diane, Lise (Larry), Gisele (Norm), Georges (Terri), all of Ottawa. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 17th, 2000 at 11 a.m. at the Annunciation of The Lord Church, 2414 Ogilvie Road, Gloucester. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit of the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Racine, Robert & Gauthier, 241-3680.

BOYCE, Muriel (Bea) (nee Radmore) Peacefully in hospital, June 13, 2000. Predeceased by her loving husband Ernest, son John, parents Willy and Molly, brother Bob, sisters Alma (Crobar) and Velma. Loving mother of Edward (Arloene), Garry (Anne) and Dolly Friend (Richard). Cherished grandmother of Dale, Scott and John Boyce, Barbara Brydges and Kim Friend-Poaps. Also survived by six great-grandchildren. Private funeral. For those wishing, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

BRISEBOIS, Ronald Employee at Revenue Canada. In Hull, on Tuesday, June 13, 2000, at the age of 54. Dear son of the late Hermeni Brisebois and the late Yvonne Vaudrin. Beloved husband of Rejeanne Landry. Dear stepfather of Donald Cright (Julie Southgate). Dear brother of Pierre (Sandra Arnold), Robert (Claudette Seguin), Michel (Michelle Rivet), Gabrielle (Robert Renaud), Louise (late Rene Latray). Also survived by a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Gilles Chouinard (Sonia Landry) and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sisters Liette (Doug Forgie), Lorraine (late Emile Rheel and Aline (late Charles Martin). Funeral service on Friday, June 16, 2000 at St-Louis Marie de Montfort Church, 749 Trojan Ave., Ottawa at 2 p.m. followed by burial of ashes at Notre Dame Cemetery. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements in care of Racine, Robert & Gauthier Funeral Directors, 241-3680.

BUTLER, Helen Grant Courageously on Tuesday, June 13, 2000, at the age of 91. Loving mother of Kenneth and Margaret Patricia Butler. Nan of Pierce and Sean Butler. Great-grandmother of Jamie-Lee Butler. Mother-in-law of Brenda Butler. Wife of the late Kenneth Casimer Butler. She will be sadly missed by her niece Andrea Bauman, nephew David John Osmun and her many other relatives and friends. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod St. on Thursday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, June 16 at 11 a.m. Interment Dale's Cemetery, Cumberland. Donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

CLARK, William L. (Retired V.C.I. Teacher) Peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital on Monday, June 12, 2000, Bill Clark, devoted husband of Dorothy (nee Vanden Bosch). Loving father of David (Christina) of Calgary and Laurie (Ron) Roath of North Olmstead, Ohio. Friends are invited to attend a Graveside Memorial Service on Friday, June 16, 2000 at 1 p.m. at the McLaughlin Cemetery, Hwy #34, Vankleek Hill. In memory of Bill, a donation to the Kidney Foundation, 212-1335 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Z 8H8 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 100 Second Street West, Cornwall, Ontario, K6J 1G5 would be appreciated by the family. For expressions of sympathy to the family by fax (613) 678-2045 or by e-mail hillcrest.fh@sympatico.ca. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of the Hillcrest Funeral Home, 151 Bond Street, Vankleek Hill, Ontario, K0B 1R0 (613) 678-2002.

CLEMMER, George Austin Captain C.D. Retired WWII Veteran - R.C.E. - Survey Surrounded by his family members on Wednesday June 14, 2000 at the age of 80 years. Survived by his loving wife Jane. Dear father of Stanley (Perla) of Oakville, Mary Anne (John LaSalle) of Nepean and Edward of Nipigon. Loving grandfather of Stephen, Karen, Julie Anne and Alexander. Brother of Edward (Anne) of North Vancouver. Predeceased by his parents Austin and Emaline Clemmer of Calgary, sisters Arlene Clemmer of Coronation, AB, Doris Sinclair and brother Harold Clemmer of Calgary, AB. Special thanks to the Palliative Care, Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus and Community Care Access Centre. 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 Memorial Service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

CORRIGAN, Stan (Ontario Hydro, Retired) Tuesday, June 13, 2000. Michael Stanton Corrigan, age 89. Husband of the late Madeline Nagle. Dear brother of Ruth (Paul St. Pierre). Fondly remembered by eight nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers James and Frank and sisters Rita Skelly and Rosemary McGivern. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 1255 Walkley Road (east of Bank), Thursday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church for Mass of Christian Funeral at 11 a.m. Interment Notre Dame Cemetery. In memoriam donations to the C.N.I.B. or the Hearing Society Foundation appreciated.

CROOK, George William Born September 15, 1918, died Dartmouth General Hospital June 13, 2000. Son of the late George and Veda (Mills) Crook. A life-long resident of Dartmouth, he joined the Army on the 1st day of World War Two and following his discharge, worked several years for Canada Post. He joined the staff of the City of Dartmouth Engineering Department and retired after 32 years service. He was a volunteer with the Dartmouth Fire Department and was honoured on his retirement after 24 years service. He enjoyed singing and was a former member of both Christ Church and Emmanuel Anglican Choirs. Keenly interested in all sports he was an enthusiastic bowler. His main hobby was stamp collecting. Survived by Jean (Nickerson), loving wife of 52 years, son, James, Dartmouth, daughters Elizabeth (Marc Hemphill), Dartmouth and Margaret (Capt. James Simiana), Ottawa, Ontario. Predeceased by sister Grace Faulkner. Visitation at Mattatalls Funeral Home, 217 Portland St, Friday, June 16th, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Service to take place at Mattatalls on Saturday, June 17th, 2 p.m. Rev. Dennis Walsh officiating. Interment at Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice.

DESCHENES, Paul Retired RCAF, RCMP and Bank of Canada Of Orleans, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, June 12, 2000 at the age of 61 years. Beloved husband of Lise (nee Leboeuf). Sadly missed by his son Daniel (Linda Vanbeek) and his daughter Diane (Ray Coupal). Dear grandfather of Samantha, Devin and step-grandfather of Chris Coupal. Son of Alice (nee Provencher) and the late Ovila Deschenes. Brother of Jeannine (Pascal Vicario) and Claire (the late Alphonse Robichaud). Relatives and friends may attend a eucharistic celebration in his memory in St-Joseph Church, 2757 St-Joseph Blvd. Orleans, on Saturday, June 17, 2000 at 11 a.m. For further information please call the Souligny, Mackenzie & Robert Funeral Home, Orleans at (613) 830-2305

DOWD, Donna June 14, 2000 After a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 48 years old. Beloved wife of David Gibbons, loving mother of Andrea (Dowd-Dever), devoted daughter of Vera (the late Leo), cherished friend and sister to Cathy (Frank Paczos), Maureen and Teresa (Ron Gellatly). Will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews; Natalie, Melissa, Allison, Jordan, Lauren and Matthew. Donna also touched the lives of many friends and the hearts of many foster children. Although saddened by our loss, we are blessed with happy memories of Donna. Visitation is on Friday, June 16, 2000 from 7-9 p.m. at Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod St. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 17 at 11:00 a.m. at Wesley United Church, 31 Graham. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Champions for Children, 1602 Telesat, Gloucester, ON, K1B 1B1 would be appreciated.

FEDERICO, Rosaria Monday, June 12, 2000, Rosaria Feo, age 79, widow of Giuseppe Federico. Beloved mother of Ricciotti (Mena) and Grazia Randazzo (the late Ernesto). Loving grandmother of Tina, Rosa (Rob), Giuseppe and Angelo. A very loving and caring person. She leaves behind beautiful memories and a family that will cherish her forever. Rosaria's loved ones continuously aspired to show her the same kindness and love that she unconditionally showed them. She will forever be in our hearts and remembered as the very best mother and grandmother. She now joins her loving husband, son-in-law and past loved ones in eternal life. "Forever in our hearts, we love you." Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 1255 Walkley Road (east of Bank Street), Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday to St. Anthony's Church for Mass of Christian Funeral at 1 p.m. Entombrment Hope Cemetery.

FORSYTHE, John James Peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2000, at the age of 74. Predeceased by his parents, James Forsythe and Albertine Dorion and his brother Charles Forsythe. He will be sadly missed by his wife Jeanne Parizeau; his sons Gerard (Brigitte Mainville), Ronald (Sylvie Villeneuve), Pierre (Cecilia De Sousa), Jean, James Junior (Lucie Villeneuve); his daughters Marie-Anne (Charles Roy), Colombe (Marco Trempe), Jennifer (Mario Gagnon); his sisters Ruth (Nelson), Lois (Hector) and Winnifred; his brothers David (Lois) and seven grandchildren, Natacha, Marie-Pier, Shayne, Cedrick, Zoe, Francis and Jacob and by many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and several friends. Resting at Funerarium Beauchamp, 47 Denise Friend (corner of Eardley and Parker), Aylmer, Qc, Friday 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. The funeral will be held Saturday, June 17th, at 11 a.m. in Christ Church, Aylmer. For those who wish, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Diabetes Association would be appreciated. For more information, 684-1155.

GERVAIS, Gilbert (Gil) In hospital, Tuesday, June 13, 2000. Jean-Marie Joseph Gilbert Gervais, age 59. Beloved husband of Lynn Stoeser and father to Cherrie Blair and Rochelle Blair. Dear brother of Wilfrid (Aldea Beaudry), Denis (Lucy Ann Legault), Carmen (Raymond Belleau), Colette, Jacques (Diane Galipeau), Richard (Carol Harrison), Suzanne (Byron Bresee), Lise (Raymond Legault) and Robert. Son of the late Rosina (Zumprelli) and the late Wilfrid Gervais. Predeceased by brothers Rev. Jean Gervais O.S.M., Paul and Roland. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 585 Somerset Street (Centretown) Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday to St. Anthony's Church for Mass of Christian Funeral at 2 p.m. In Memoriam donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation, appreciated.

GRACE, Margaret (formerly of Sept-Iles, Quebec) Suddenly, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital General Campus, on June 13, 2000 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Henry R. Grace. Daughter of the late Anesie Bourque and John Ferguson. Loving mother of Gail, Jean, James Grace and the late Evelyn Junger. Grandmother of Joshua, Robert, Lynn and Dustin. Dear sister of Winnifred, Edith, Frank, Armand, Roland, Roger, Raymond, Mary and Kathleen. A Memorial Service will be held in Sept-Iles, Quebec at a later date.

GRAVELLE, Leon Of Aylmer on Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at the age of 90. Son of the late Israel Gravelle and the late Josephine Lanthier. Dear husband of the late Lau-rette Richer. Loving father of Leonna (Andre Belair), Rejeanne, Leon Jr. (Marthe Audette), Marcel, Suzanne (Mario Mancini), Raymond (Jacqueline St-Clair), Madeleine (Gerald Ladouceur) and Michel. Grandfather of Gilles, Suzanne, Johanne, Claude, Sylvie, Paolo, Concettina, Celine, Veronique, Patrick and Gilles. Great grandfather of Melanie, Josee, Ghyslain, Carl, Veronique, Danick, Maxime and Pierre-Olivier. Great-great-grandfather of Shanie. Predeceased by his sister Lilianne and his three brothers Albert, Emile and Arthur. Also survived by one brother Florian and two sisters-in-law Fabiola Lalonde and Lucienne Cousineau. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. A religious service will be held on Friday, June 16, at 11 a.m. in St. Pauls' Church of Aylmer, family and friends may call from 10:30 a.m. at the church. For those who wish donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. For more information: Funerarium Beauchamp, 684-1155

JACKSON, John Stewart Peacefully in hospital Monday, June 12, 2000. John Stewart Jackson, age 79. Beloved husband of Anne Shea. Dear father of Arlene (Francois Dupuis), Wendy (Robert Charbonneau), Judy (Andre Duford), Laurie (Michel Legault) and Tammy (James Monahan). Loving Pappy of 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by many relatives and friends. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road (south of Hazeldean Road), Kanata, Thursday from 2 to 4 and from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday to St. Thomas Anglican Church, 1619 Main Street, Stittsville, for service at 1 p.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the charity of choice appreciated.