Claude Hamel Obituary
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Early years as a Sgt
August 29, 2010
Robert Traikov
August 29, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
In Ottawa yesterday and I hear of Claude's death, May He rest in Peace. Claude and your devotion and ability to face reality lies true meaning of Dignity.
My condolences to you and your family.
John Rodger
August 25, 2010
Dear Jocelyne, my words are late in arriving and for that I apologize. I've been too caught up in my own problems, but late as they are I want to pass them on. Thinking of Claude, what stands out for me was his kindness and honesty, two qualities that shone through. Of course I can't forget the size of his hands! They were hands that could knock you down but instead were used to pick people up. He was always there to help and always did more than his share. I find it hard to believe that we've lost him, but somehow I know his presence will always be close to those of us whose lives have been touched by his. God bless.
Rose DeAngelis
August 23, 2010
Jocelyne,
I just found out about your beloved Claude today. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in prayers. I had the privledge of meeting Claude just once and found him to be a kind, gentle man.
hugs xoxo
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Wendy Sherry
August 22, 2010
Jocelyne,
So sorry to hear of your husband's death. My condolences to you and your family. There are no words that can ease the pain of no longer being able to be enjoy the presence of someone you love. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wendy
Evelyn Snowden
August 20, 2010
Jocelyne, I have be away for 5 days and just got the sad news. Claude was a very nice person. Take care of yourself. Evelyn Snowden
Patrick & Brenda Kelly
August 20, 2010
Jocelyne,
Brenda and I were deeply saddened to hear of Claude's death. Claude will always be remembered as a fine soldier who gave his all and took great pains to care for those soldiers entrusted to his care, truly an example for those of us who learned under him. More than being a fine soldier he will be remebered as a good man who loved his family and friends. Our prayers go out to you.
Patrick
August 20, 2010
Dearest Jocelyne,
My brother-in-law was always ready to lend a hand, offer advice, share his knowledge (on so many things specially History and the Black Watch), he knew how to pick me up when he felt I needed it, be cheeky, poke and prod fun at me and certainly share a good laugh.
I thank you for bringing him into my life he was so special!
We will miss him...already do!
Love Patrick & Zachary
Graham Webb
August 19, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
I was sorry to hear about the passing of Claude. Please accept my condolences and that of Lisa, Liam and Mitchel in this heartbreaking time in your life.
Our thoughts are with you,
Buzz Bourdon
August 19, 2010
Dear Jocelyn, I was shocked to hear of Claude's death. I rarely saw him over the past 15 years or so but it was always a privilege to be with him. I had the honour or working for him for three years in the QM when he was RQMS and I enjoyed that time with him greatly. He was a great gentleman and a true soldier of the Black Watch. WE will miss him.
Angela Dickson
August 19, 2010
Dearest Jocelyne,
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
George Siket
August 18, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
I am sad to hear of Claude's passing and sorry I could not attend his remembrance service as I just returned from holidays and was greated at the office with the news.
Claude was a dear friend and colleague and I will always hold fond memories of him in my heart.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences in these times of sorrow. You are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
George Siket
Christine Halfkenny-Zellas, CACCN
August 18, 2010
Jocelyne
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your husband, Claude. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. May you find strength and peace through the gentle love and care of your family and friends.
Andrew Bunce
August 18, 2010
Jocelyne,
My deepest condolences to you and all the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrew
August 18, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
Harold and I were saddened to hear of Claude's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you and sending you strength and love in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Harold (RVH I.C.U.) and Toni (MGH SW Dept.)
August 18, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
Harold and I were saddened to hear of Claude's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you and sending you strength and love in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Harold (RVH I.C.U.) and Toni (MGH SW Dept.)
Diane Lowden
August 18, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
Thinking of you at this difficult time. With sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved Claude.
August 18, 2010
Jocelyne,
Our deepest condolences to you and all the family. I have many fond memories of Claude that will stay we me forever. His laughter and sense of humor is one of them.
Sincerely
Carol Therrien and family
Emmett Kelly
August 18, 2010
Jocelyne,
Claude taught me the value of being honest and always placing the Regiment and Regimental Family first. It is a lesson I have taken with me and spread out here in Calgary as best I could. I will always remember Claude, but I can only see him standing with you. It was always Claude and Jocelyne, never one without the other. He went peacefully as he deserved. My deepest condolences to you and your family at this time.
Emmett Kelly, CWO
RSM
Calgary Highlanders
Marie-France Noel
August 17, 2010
Mes plus sincères sympathies et amitiés Jocelyne et à la famille de Claude. Les souvenirs pleins de joies et de bonheurs vont sûrement être près de toi ainsi que Claude pour t'accompagner en ces moments plus difficiles!
Prends Soin!
MFN
Georges Gohier
August 17, 2010
Jocelyne,
my sincere condolences for your great loss. The comfort of knowing that he is now at rest is bittersweet. Claude was a good man and he will be sorely missed.
We will remember him!
CHIMO!
Sue Ploughman
August 17, 2010
Dear Jocelyne, our deepest sympathies go out to you. We were very saddened to hear first of Claude being ill and in turn passing. You both are thought of as first class in our family and have always considered us as part of yours. We are forever grateful to have had the honour of knowing such a wonderful man. Know that he is watching over you and at peace. Are arms go out to hug you from Ajax. Much love to you Joc from Sue, Dan, Ashlee and Wyatt.
John & Heidi Barron
August 17, 2010
Joce,
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
He was much loved and we will miss him dearly.
Take comfort in knowing that you now have a special guardian angel watching over you.
Joce, we will be here for you.
Claude, till we meet again.
August 17, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
It is with great saddness that we hear of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Claude will be missed.
Lorraine & Peter Scott, Mississauga, Ontario.
Joan Willis(Zemaitis)
August 17, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,My deepest sympathy go out to you and your families,your Guardian Angel is watching over you now.
August 17, 2010
Grief is the price we pay for love-how lucky Claude was to love and be loved by so many.
May your many happy memories be of comfort to you and your family
Christine Prader
St-Lazare,Quebec
Barb &Brian Collins
August 17, 2010
To Jacelyne and Family
You have our prayers and Condolences on this sad time. Our hearts go out to the whole family.
Kevin, Lynn, Caitlyn, Brianna Giampaolo - O'Connor
August 17, 2010
Jocelyne, we are sorry and saddened by the news. 'Some people come into our lives and quickly go; move our soul to dance; leave footprints in our hearts, and we are never ever the same.' Flavia Weedn But know we will always have him in our memories that we treasure close to our hearts.
August 16, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
It is with great sadness to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Claude served the Regiment well and he will be missed by all.
Grant and Julia Rust Hubbards, NS
Dave Willard
August 16, 2010
It is always a sad day when a Regimental brother passes. Although I never had the opportunity to get to know Claude well, when we were in each other's company he always welcomed me and treated me with kindness, respect and consideration. I feel fortunate to have made his acquaintance. My sincerest sympathies go out to the Hamel family.
August 16, 2010
My sincere condolences Jocelyne and also to the rest of your family. It was a pleasure to serve with him.
Sincerely,
Sgt Mathew Snoddon
Lynn Wright
August 16, 2010
Jocelyne,
Although the years and geography have separated us I was very sorry to read of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Lynn (Black) Wright
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Famille L'Écuyer
August 16, 2010
A Jocelyne
" Une personne chère ne nous quitte jamais !
Elle vit au plus profond de notre coeur
et, pour la revoir..
Il suffit de fermer les yeux!
Nos plus sincères condoléances.
Benoit& Dolores
Daphnée& Jordan xxx
Bill Carlisle
August 16, 2010
To Jocelyne and all the members of the Hamel Family:
There is nothing that can be said to make this sad time any easier but we just wanted you to know that the thoughts of the Directors and Members of the Toronto Black Watch Association are with you.
On behalf of the TBWA,
Bill Carlisle
President
Rosemary (Elson) & David Roker
August 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kieran Boyle
August 16, 2010
Jocelyne,
Our thoughts, and prayers to you and the family. RSM Hamel was a true gentleman he will be sadly missed from the Regimental family!!
Kieran, Denise Boyle
John Lawton
August 16, 2010
Jocelyne, our hearts go out to you at this time. Claude was a good mentor towards the troops.
John, Linda, Serena and Ariana Lawton
Peter Gannon
August 16, 2010
Jocelyn, My sincere condolences for the loss of Claude. May the good Lord hold him in his arms until we meet again. A true Black Watch soldier 'til the end. "STAND EASY RSM"
Bill Carlisle
August 16, 2010
Dear Jocelyne:
Claude was taken from you and all of us far too soon. He will be deeply missed as a friend and dedicated Regimental Member.
Adamczewski
August 16, 2010
Jocelyne,
My deepest condolences to you and all the family.It is not easy to let go but remember he is at peace and suffering no more.
When I meet him and yourself through the Black Watch gathering I felt and knew I had just meet another quiet good hearted soul.
Rest in Peace
/Dana Adamczewski
Wife of SGT Tony Adamczewski
August 16, 2010
Dear Jocelyne, I have known Claude since he was a recruit and was honoured to be a part of his journey to RSM. His dedication, humor,patients and dedication will be remebered by those of us who served with him.Your own contribution to the regiment was significant and is much appreciated. Claude's legacy will live on through those he served with and in futur generations of men and women of the Regiment.
David Paull
Wayne Wood
August 16, 2010
On behalf of Madeleine, Alice and Julie I would like to express our deepest sympathy to Jocelyne and all of Claude's family for the loss of a fine and gentle man.
Andrew Kerr
August 16, 2010
Danièle and I were so sad to hear the news but perhaps it was a blessing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jocelyn and family. A true gentleman.
Richard and Sherry Hummell
August 16, 2010
Jocelyne - you and Claude have been good long-time friends since the 1970's of Richard and I and we love both of you! We stand in honour and respect of Claude - his love and devotion to the Black Watch and all his troops will not be forgotten.
WO Ross and Mireille McLellan
August 16, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
Claude is/was a great man and we are truly blessed to have known him. Our lives will never be the same without him. He has brought a piece of our hearts with him. He was not only our friend, he was for most and forever our brother. Claude, R.I.P. and know that you will always be loved and will always be part of our hearts and lives. We love you. xoxoxo
NEMO ME IMPUNE LACESSIT
(Major) Robert Clarke
August 16, 2010
Dear Jocelyne,
Words cannot express how sad I feel about Claude's untimely passing. He was my recruit section commander in the 3rd Bn The Black Watch back in 1972, and since that first encounter I have always had the greatest respect for him. Claude was a caring man, a fine soldier and a good friends to so many of us. May he rest in peace..
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