ATTWELL, Reverend Edward Charles (BA Lth, Honourary Assistant, St. John's, Smiths Falls) Passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday May 23, 2009, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Margaret. Loving father of David (Verna), Mary, Ruth (Steve Kadolph) and Michael (Beth). Cherished grandfather of Keith and Ashley Attwell and Samuel and Matthew Kadolph. Dear brother of Paul (Barbara), Frances (John Narejko) and brother-in-law of Ruth Attwell and Marion (Roscoe) Hodgins. Predeceased by his parents, Fred and Frances and by his brother Jack. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Friends may call at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Smiths Falls from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday. Funeral service will be held at the church on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment St. John's Anglican Cemetery, Sandhill Road in Kanata. Donations in Ed's memory may be made to St. John's Kanata Bursary Fund, St. John's Smiths Falls Memorial Fund or the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falss. 613-283-7225.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
BOAK, Catherine "Rina" Peacefully at Groves Park Lodge in Renfrew on Saturday, May 23, 2009 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late David Williams and the late Ronald Boak. Loving mother of Jane Jackson (Bill), of Renfrew. Cherished grandmother of David Jackson, of Ottawa and Jennifer Barron (Peter), of Renfrew. Proud and adoring great-grandmother of Hailey, Seth, Aidan and Lexie. Rina was predeceased by her parents William Russell and Catherine Tod as well as her brother Francis Russell. Memorial visitation will be held at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Bayshore Dr. and Baseline Rd.), Nepean, on Saturday, June 6, 2009 from 10 a.m. until time of memorial service in the chapel at 11 a.m. For those wishing, donations in memory of Rina may be made to the charity of your choice. Tributes, condolences and donations may be made at: www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/25/2009 - 5/30/2009
BRENNAN, Julia (nee Aquino) Peacefully, Friday, May 22, 2009, age 49. Beloved wife of Shawn. Loving mother of Cavan and Bryce. Dear sister of Mila (Raymond Gobeil), Lito (Corie), Benny (Lucy) and Lynn (Noel Pasco). Lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 3000 Woodroffe Avenue (Barrhaven) Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday to St. Leonard's Church for Mass of Christian Funeral at 11 a.m. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
BROPHY, Margaret Peacefully in hospital Thursday May 21, 2009 Margaret Eileen Scissons, age 87, beloved wife of the late Emery Brophy. Loving mother of Catherine, John (Rhonda), Eileen (Elias Olivo), Susan (Michael Marin), Jim (Connie) and Tom. Proud grandmother of Michael, Krista, Sean (Trisha), Bryce, Tyler, Natalie, Andrew, Delaney, Justine, Chloe, Gregory and Matthew. Great grandmother of Fintan. Survived by her sister Sister St. Maurice and brothers Francis (Josephine) and Ken. Predeceased by sisters; Jean Brophy, Louise Huron, Helen Consack, Mary Scissons and brothers Sam and Joseph Scissons. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 3000 Woodroffe Avenue, Barrhaven Tuesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday to St. Patrick's Church, Fallowfield for Mass of Christian Funeral at 11 a.m. In Memoriam donations to the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind would be appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/25/2009
BROWN, Dr. T. Alan The family of Dr. T. Alan Brown regrets to announce his passing on Saturday May 23, 2009. Al was in his 82nd year. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Dorothy and their four children. David (Lucy), Almonte, Douglas (Jackie), Dundas, Robert (Suzanne), Barrhaven and John (Kathryn), Toronto and 8 grandchildren, William, Chloe, Isabel, Bradlee, Keely, Laura, Lindsay and Quinn. The eldest of two sons Al was born in 1927 to Harry and Letitia Brown of Lindsay, ON. Following graduation from the Faculty of Dentistry - University of Toronto in 1950 Al began his dental practice in Eganville before settling with his family in Pembroke in 1967. He enjoyed 30 years in Pembroke and was active in many organizations in the community before retiring in 1991. In the years following retirement Al and Dorothy resided in the Ottawa area. Al was predeceased by his younger brother John, of Edmonton. Relatives and friends may call at the MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 296 Isabella Street, Pembroke on Monday, May 25 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Service to Celebrate Alan's Life will be held at the Calvin United Church, 276 Church Street, Pembroke on Tuesday morning, May 26 at 11 o'clock. Special thanks to the staff of the Peter D. Clarke Centre in Ottawa for their wonderful care during the past year. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences, tributes, donations www.murphyfuneralhome.ca
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
COTE, Daniel 1970 - 2009 With family by his side Daniel passed away at home on May 22, 2009 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He leaves behind his wife Cheryl, sons Justin and Jakob. He will be greatly missed by his mother Nicole Cote and his father Andre (Denise Picard) Cote, his sisters Sylvie Cote (Denis Niles), Monique Cote (Pierre Leduc) and Rachel Cote and his in-laws Nicole and Jacques Lalonde. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Beechwood Memorial Centre at 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa on May 25th, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-9 pm. A funeral service will be held in the Sacred Space of the Beechwood Memorial Centre on Tuesday May 26th, 2009 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Foundation (Brain Tumour) and the University of Ottawa Cancer Research (Dr. Bell).
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/25/2009
CRANE, Carol Ann In hospital, Smiths Falls on Saturday, May 23, 2009 surrounded by her loving family and friends, Carol Ann (Johnson) Crane in her 67th year. Beloved partner and best friend of Walter McNamee for 29 years. Loving mother to Alison Crane (Jim Trumble), Wendy (John) Baker, Jennifer Crane (Paul Leggett) and Vincent (Terrie) Crane and adopted mother to Shannon (Ronnie) McIlvenna and Heather (Dave) Lundberg. Loving and proud grandmother to Nicholas, Eric, Emily, Kassandra, Matthew, Blake, Aiden, Jake, Megan, Gavin, Maryssa, Jessa, Tate, Carter and Keira. Dear sister of Wayne (Pat) Johnson and predeceased by her parents Ed and Inez (Devlin) Johnson. Special niece of the late Alma, Jean and Eileen Devlin. Loving and devoted "mom" to Jada, her loyal and constant companion. Fondly remembered by Al and Mary McNamee, Peter and Mary McNamee, Pauline and the late Gerry McNamee and John and Darlene McNamee. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and many good friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Monday, May 25th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, May 26th at 1:30 p.m. In memory of Carol Ann, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) or the CNIB would be appreciated by the family.
DELANEY, Desmond Joseph (Veteran, WWII) Peacefully at Almonte General Hospital on Sunday, May 24, 2009 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Irene. Dear father of Jerry, Leslie Anne Patry (Alfred), and Phyllis Kilby (Howard). Loving grandfather of Christianne, Mathieu, Samuel and Alexander. Brother of Angela Cameron and Terry Delaney. Predeceased by sisters Bernice Aubin, Phyllis Hazan and Noreen Lajambe. Friends may call at the Almonte Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 154 Elgin St., Almonte on Tuesday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Name of Mary Church, Almonte on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to L'Arche Arnprior, 16 Edward Street, Arnprior, K7S 3W4. Tributes, condolences and donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/25/2009 - 5/26/2009
DENNISON, Robert "Bob" Elegant to the end, Bob passed away peacefully at Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre in Ottawa on Friday, May 22, 2009. He was in his 90th year. Growing up on a farm in Kentville, Nova Scotia, one of twelve children, Bob set his sights on distant horizons. After graduating from Dalhousie University, he worked with the federal public service. But then, Africa called. The 60s and 70s were filled with postings to far off lands for the family of six when Bob worked with the United Nations and the Canadian International Development Agency. A full life lived well - milk boy, butcher, film projectionist, soldier, registered psychologist, actor, director, magician, dancer, mountain climber, artist, storyteller, jogger, traveler, Canadian National Institute for the Blind puppy walker, wine maker, rockery designer, author and life-long music lover. Loved by Ann, his life adventure partner of 59 years and four daughters: Nirna, Jane (Bob Rutherford), Carol (Jacques Girouard), Marie (Tony Shipman), his granddaughter Fiona Rutherford, grandsons Ian Dennison, Malcolm Rutherford (Cecilia) and great granddaughters Mya and Norah Rutherford. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute in lieu of flowers would be appreciated. The family thanks all the caring staff and volunteers at the Perley for their attentive care during his stay there. Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, May 27 at 10 a.m., at the Lago Vista Room at Dow's Lake Pavilion 2nd floor. Bring your best memory of Bob to share. Please wear bright colours to celebrate Bob's exuberance for life! Bob Dennison: Always loved; loved always.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/26/2009
DONALDSON, William (Bill) (1934 - 2009) Passed away peacefully on May 17th after an extended battle with his health. He is survived by his loving wife Irene (nee Provencher), sons Bob, Bruce, and daughter Jean. Father-in-law to Patricia and Christine, and Grandfather to Shawn, Melissa, Melanie, Catherine, and Derek. He will be greatly missed. There will be a private memorial with his immediate family at the Rideau Memorial Gardens in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, prior to his being laid to rest next to his parents Alex and Dorothy.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/25/2009
DRUMMOND, Avril Irene (nee Perry) On May 22 in her 91st year at the Montfort Hospital after a brief illness. Predeceased by husband Alexander (1976). Mother of Lindsay (Madeleine) and Fraser (St. Thomas, U. S. V. I.). Thanks to Dr. Lila Graham and the caring staff and volunteers at St. Patrick's Home. No flowers or service by request. Private interment Mount Royal Cemetery Montreal.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/25/2009
FITZPATRICK, Earle Suddenly, at Cumberland Lodge, Earle passed away on Wednesday, May 20th, 2009, at the age of 85. Son of the late James Fitzpatrick and the late Catherine Pruner of Cumberland, cherished brother of the late Kathleen, the late Evelyn (the late Tony Rochon), Hilda, the late Burte (Mary), Lillian (the late Bill Thatcher), the late Margaret, Bertha (the late Ed Fogarty), Maurice (the late Joyce), Ken (Kathy), Dorothy (Al Ross), the late Doris, Patricia (Lem Combs) and the late Norman. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Earle will be greatly missed by his many friends in Cumberland Township and Cumberland Lodge. The family wishes to express a special thank you to the staff at Cumberland Lodge for their care and compassion. A Service in Memory of Earle will be held in the Kelly Funeral Home Chapel, 2370 St. Joseph Blvd. (Orleans) Wednesday, May 27th, 2009 at 11 a.m. In memoriam donations to a charity of your choice appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/22/2009 - 5/25/2009
GREEN, Vera Margaret (nee Young) Peacefully, on Friday, May 22, 2009 at the Ottawa Civic Hospital in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Kenward Green. Cherished mother of the late Kenneth Green (Susan) and Stephen Green (Louisa) and sister of the late Edward "Joe" Young. Loving grandmother of Cheryl (Andrew Gault), Allison (Chris Collins), Sandra (Devon Gray), Tracy and great-grandmother of William Gault and Mason Gray. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Pinecrest Remembrance Centre at 2500 Baseline Road on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A service in memory of Vera will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 3529 McBean St., Richmond, Ontario on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. A private interment will take place at a later date. Special thanks to the staff of the Queensway - Carleton Hospital, Elisabeth Bruyere Centre the Neurosciences Centre and the Palliative Care Team at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. In memoriam, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. In the arms of her beloved Ken once more.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
HANNON, Gaetanne Peacefully at the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre, Friday, May 22, 2009, at the age of 59. Daughter of Rose-Anna and the late Arthur St. James. Predeceased by her husband John W. Hannon. Loving and devoted mother of John William II (Leigh-Anne) and Vanessa Anne. Cherished grandmother "gran" of Kyler and Jaxon. Dear sister of Doris St. James. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Friends may gather for a Graveside Service at Capital Memorial Gardens Cemetery Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 10 a.m. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
HARRISON, Beryl WWII Veteran - RCAF Peacefully, Friday, May 22, 2009 at the age of 84. Beloved wife for 63 years of Hyliard "Sonny". Loving mother of Robin (Wendy), Derrick (JoAnne), Kevin (Marilyn)and Joey (Shelley). Cherished grandmother of Amber, Crystal, Kim, Sean, James, Stephanie, Kyle, Korey, D'Arcy, Nicholas and Cassandra and great-grandmother of Cody, Chloe and Maya. Dear sister of Marion Colpitts, Vivian Comeau, Dorothy McMunn, Joy Steeves and Sharon Argue. Predeceased by her sister Bernice Ricker and her brothers Vernon and Clayton. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata, Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday after 12 noon. A Service in Memory of Beryl will be held Tuesday in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
LATHROP, Mr. Daniel Whiting Died peacefully at his home, on May 20, 2009 at the age of 95. Predeceased by his wife Margaret Helen Davison-Lathrop (January 2009). Survived by his children: Margot Helen Brebner, Mississauga, Ont., Harold Doran Lathrop, Welland, Ont., John Howland Lathrop, Upper LaHave, Nova Scotia, G. Edward (Ned) Lathrop, Ottawa, Ont., and Anna Hildegarde Lathrop, Effingham, Ont. Whiting leaves 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and his sister Leah Lathrop Walls (b. 1919) of Colorado. Born in 1913 in Dunkirk, New York, Whiting's family moved to Welland, Ont., in 1923. He graduated from the University of Toronto (B.Sc., metallurgy, 1938) and worked for Thompson Products (1939) and Union Carbide (1940-1950). He became Director of Atlas Steel, Welland, in 1948 and President of Welland Electric Steel in 1953. In 1959 he formed Beamer-Lathrop Construction, and retired in 1968. Whiting served on the Board of Governors at St. Andrew's College, Aurora. He also served on the Board of Governors/Board of Trustees at Brock University, St. Catharines (1965-1974). A legendary golfer, he was a member of the Lookout Point Golf and Country Club (Fonthill) since 1923. An outdoor sports enthusiast, his passion for the preservation of wilderness led him to gift 70 acres in Pelham (1998)-- identified at the Lathrop Nature Preserve-- to the Nature Conservancy of Canada. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Nature Conservancy of Canada or Brock University. The memorial service will be conducted at St. David's Anglican Church, 369 Thorold Rd., Welland, Ont., on Saturday, June 6th 2009 at 2:00 pm. The family expresses particular thanks to Dr. Joanna Hope, Colleen O'Gorman, and the members of the ParaMed palliative care unit of Niagara. James L. Pedlar Funeral Home in charge of funeral arrangements (905-892-5762). Online condolences may be forwarded through www.pedlarfuneralhome.ca
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/25/2009 - 5/26/2009
MacDONALD, Helen Dorothy (nee Adams) In her 90th year, passed away peacefully at home on May 22. Helen is pre-deceased by her husband, John. A great loss to her daughters; Lynne Dixon (Rob) and Laurie Marcellus (Ron); grandchildren, Dan, Dayna, Tyler, Andrew, Kristen, Jordan; 3 great-grandchildren; neices and nephews. Visitation from 7-9 pm on Wednesday, May 27, Memorial Service on Thursday, May 28 at 1 pm at Greenbelt Baptist Church, 839 Shefford Rd. Donations to Canadian Bible Society or charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/26/2009
MARTIN, Antoinette "Toddy" Peacefully on Friday, May 15th 2009, at the age of 102. Beloved wife of the late Benoit Martin and dear mother of Robert (Vicki) and Paul (Lise). Loving grandmother of Stephanie (Andrew Sabiston), Danielle (Ed Palmer) and Nikolas; great grandmother of Oliver, Sophie, Stephanie and Alexa. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters; Aldege, Robert, Leon, Oriand (Larry), Elmer, Yvonne and Leontine. She leaves one sister, Germaine Lepage. Fondly remembered by all who knew her. Very special thanks to Dr. Yelle and the wonderful staff of Residence St. Louis for their good care and compassion over the past 15 years. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick's Basilica on Saturday May 30th, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a reception. In memory of our mother, donations to Action Life, 376 Churchill Ave. N, Ottawa, K1Z 5C3 would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McEvoy Shields Funeral Home.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/28/2009
MITCHELL, Guy Phillip Suddenly on Thursday, May 21st, 2009 at the age of 40 years. Guy will be sadly missed by his wife Susan Jodoin, son Cameron and daughter Mackenzie, parents Gerald and Rose Mitchell, sister Marlene (Scott) Wright and their daughter Mallory and many good friends. Guy was a long time mechanic in both Ottawa and Perth. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W., Perth Sunday, May 24th from 2 to 5 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the chapel Monday at 11:00 A.M. Interment, White Cemetery, Poland. In remembrance, contributions to CHEO or a fund of choice would be appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
MORRIS, Kimberly Dawn At home with family by her side on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at the age of 46. Beloved daughter of the late Kenneth and Doris Morris. Loving sister of Althea (Merville Cratte), Agnes (George Beatteay), Arlene Morris, Cheryl Milburn, Janet (Scott Denney) and the late Sherman Morris and Sandra Lynn Morris. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Monday, May 25th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, May 26 at 1 pm.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/23/2009 - 5/25/2009
MURPHY, Mary Joan Passed away on Thursday May 21, 2009 at the age of 76. Beloved daughter of the late Patrick James Murphy and the late Catherine McDonnell. Survived by her sisters Gladys (late David French), Verna (Frank McConnell), her brothers David, Bert (Marguerite Hudson) and John (Hazel Gay). She will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Leonard, Michael and her sisters Mildred (late Joseph Kearnan), Edith (late Conrad Mongeon), Phyllis (late James Collins) and Rose (late Lowell Carriere). A funeral service in the presence of her ashes will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 11 a.m. at St. Malachy in Mayo, Quebec, followed by internment at the Parish cemetery. The family will be present before the service to receive your condolences. Donations to St. Malachy's Church or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. The funeral arrangements are in care of CADIEUX TUBMAN FUNERAL HOMES at 322, avenue de Buckingham, Gatineau. For information: 819-986-3834 or for messages of support by fax 819-281-2182 or website: www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
SHIELD, Margaret (nee Pickford) Friday, May 22, 2009 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Milton Shield. Loving mother of Nancy Shield (Ellen) and Ruth Simpson (Alec). Cherished grandmother of Colin (Kalessy), Jillian, Evan (Katrina) and Claire. Dear sister of Mary Burton (the late Bud), Joan Delaney, Ronnie Rogers (Brian), and Angela Rogers (the late Michael). Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the wonderful staff and residents of the Stonehaven Manor, Dialysis and A5 Units at the Civic Hospital and the girls of Senior Solutions. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata on Monday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday in Christ Church (Anglican), Ashton at 9 a.m. Interment United Cemeteries, Carleton Place. In memoriam donations to the Kidney Foundation appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
ST. JAMES, Maria (nee Kipen) Peacefully, with family by her side at St. Francis Memorial Hospital in Barry's Bay, May 22, 2009 at the age of 61. In 1970 she moved to Barry's Bay, Ontario to work as a Public Health Nurse. She met and married Michael W. St. James, who was practicing Optometry in Barry's Bay. Together they built a house and a family. She enjoyed living in Barry's Bay for over 39 years. She is survived by her two children Kimberly and David St. James and her brother, David Kipen. Her family would like to thank all the nurses, doctors and in home care staff for the wonderful care that Maria received. Friends are invited to O'Reilly Funeral Home, 43 Stafford St., Barry's Bay, 756-2003, Sunday, May 24, 2009 from 2 to 4 pm, 7 to 9 pm and Monday, May 25, from 9 to 11 am. Service will be held Monday, May 25 at 11 am at O'Reilly Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Francis Memorial Hospital, or the National Ovarian Cancer Association.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
STAMP, Viorel (Electrical Engineer - Control Microsystems) Viorel Stamp passed away on Friday, May 22, 2009 in his 47th year. Dearly loved husband of Roxana for 19 years, son-in-law of Delu and Pusa Arsene, predeceased by his parents Ioan and Maria. Viorel was an exceptional engineer, a devoted husband, an excellent friend, and we will miss his kindness and his love of life. In addition, he was a unique individual, very strong and determined, who knew how to overcome challenges that life gave you, and our lives will be forever changed by his absence. Roxana would like to thank all his colleagues and friends from Control Microsystems for their love and consideration and wishes to extend her heartfelt gratitude to the staff at the Queensway Carleton Hospital for their exceptional care, support and compassion shown to her husband in his final days. During his treatment Viorel was very appreciative of the excellent care that he received at the General Campus, and the Civic Campus of the Ottawa Hospital, and from the team of nurses at Bayshore Home Health. Visitation will be held at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore Dr. and Baseline Rd.) on Monday, May 25, 2009, from 12:30 p.m. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2:30 p.m. Interment and reception will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery, 2500 Baseline Road, Ottawa. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Cancer Research Society, 305 - 200 Isabella Street, Ottawa, ON, K1S 1V7. Tributes, condolences and donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2009 - 5/25/2009
STANTON, Marie (nee McCann) 1938 - 2009 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a wonderful friend, mother, and grandmother, peacefully in hospital at age 71. Best friend and cherished wife of John Stanton. Dearly loved and forever in the hearts of her children Jeff (Stephanie), Kelly (Stephen Lavoy), John (Wendy). Dearest Grandmother to Jessica, Brianna, Claire, Devyn, and Shaelyn. Beloved by her sister Carol MacDonald and her sister-in-law, Helen Stanton. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Bunny, Merle, Ronnie, and Donald, sister Lorraine, sisters-in-law Joan McCann and Delores Stanton, brothers-in-law Mart Cullen and Joe Stanton. Special thanks to sister Carol for her loving care and to Dr. Reginier and physiotherapists, Paul and Michel. Friends may call at the Kelly Funeral Home 585 Somerset St. West (Centretown) on Tuesday May 26, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Funeral will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 400 St. Laurent Blvd. on Wednesday May 27 at 11 a.m. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/25/2009 - 5/26/2009
ATTWELL, Reverend Edward Charles (BA Lth, Honourary Assistant, St. John's, Smiths Falls) Passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday May 23, 2009, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Margaret. Loving father of David (Verna), Mary, Ruth (Steve Kadolph) and Michael (Beth). Cherished grandfather of Keith and Ashley Attwell and Samuel and Matthew Kadolph. Dear brother of Paul (Barbara), Frances (John Narejko) and brother-in-law of Ruth Attwell and Marion (Roscoe) Hodgins. Predeceased by his parents, Fred and Frances and by his brother Jack. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Friends may call at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Smiths Falls from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday. Funeral service will be held at the church on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment St. John's Anglican Cemetery, Sandhill Road in Kanata. Donations in Ed's memory may be made to St. John's Kanata Bursary Fund, St. John's Smiths Falls Memorial Fund or the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falss. 613-283-7225.
BRENNAN, Julia (nee Aquino) Peacefully, Friday, May 22, 2009, age 49. Beloved wife of Shawn. Loving mother of Cavan and Bryce. Dear sister of Mila (Raymond Gobeil), Lito (Corie), Benny (Lucy) and Lynn (Noel Pasco). Lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 3000 Woodroffe Avenue (Barrhaven) Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday to St. Leonard's Church for Mass of Christian Funeral at 11 a.m. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation appreciated.
BROPHY, Margaret Peacefully in hospital Thursday May 21, 2009 Margaret Eileen Scissons, age 87, beloved wife of the late Emery Brophy. Loving mother of Catherine, John (Rhonda), Eileen (Elias Olivo), Susan (Michael Marin), Jim (Connie) and Tom. Proud grandmother of Michael, Krista, Sean (Trisha), Bryce, Tyler, Natalie, Andrew, Delaney, Justine, Chloe, Gregory and Matthew. Great grandmother of Fintan. Survived by her sister Sister St. Maurice and brothers Francis (Josephine) and Ken. Predeceased by sisters; Jean Brophy, Louise Huron, Helen Consack, Mary Scissons and brothers Sam and Joseph Scissons. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 3000 Woodroffe Avenue, Barrhaven Tuesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday to St. Patrick's Church, Fallowfield for Mass of Christian Funeral at 11 a.m. In Memoriam donations to the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind would be appreciated.
BROWN, Dr. T. Alan The family of Dr. T. Alan Brown regrets to announce his passing on Saturday May 23, 2009. Al was in his 82nd year. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Dorothy and their four children. David (Lucy), Almonte, Douglas (Jackie), Dundas, Robert (Suzanne), Barrhaven and John (Kathryn), Toronto and 8 grandchildren, William, Chloe, Isabel, Bradlee, Keely, Laura, Lindsay and Quinn. The eldest of two sons Al was born in 1927 to Harry and Letitia Brown of Lindsay, ON. Following graduation from the Faculty of Dentistry - University of Toronto in 1950 Al began his dental practice in Eganville before settling with his family in Pembroke in 1967. He enjoyed 30 years in Pembroke and was active in many organizations in the community before retiring in 1991. In the years following retirement Al and Dorothy resided in the Ottawa area. Al was predeceased by his younger brother John, of Edmonton. Relatives and friends may call at the MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 296 Isabella Street, Pembroke on Monday, May 25 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Service to Celebrate Alan's Life will be held at the Calvin United Church, 276 Church Street, Pembroke on Tuesday morning, May 26 at 11 o'clock. Special thanks to the staff of the Peter D. Clarke Centre in Ottawa for their wonderful care during the past year. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences, tributes, donations 
COTE, Daniel 1970 - 2009 With family by his side Daniel passed away at home on May 22, 2009 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He leaves behind his wife Cheryl, sons Justin and Jakob. He will be greatly missed by his mother Nicole Cote and his father Andre (Denise Picard) Cote, his sisters Sylvie Cote (Denis Niles), Monique Cote (Pierre Leduc) and Rachel Cote and his in-laws Nicole and Jacques Lalonde. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Beechwood Memorial Centre at 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa on May 25th, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-9 pm. A funeral service will be held in the Sacred Space of the Beechwood Memorial Centre on Tuesday May 26th, 2009 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Foundation (Brain Tumour) and the University of Ottawa Cancer Research (Dr. Bell).
CRANE, Carol Ann In hospital, Smiths Falls on Saturday, May 23, 2009 surrounded by her loving family and friends, Carol Ann (Johnson) Crane in her 67th year. Beloved partner and best friend of Walter McNamee for 29 years. Loving mother to Alison Crane (Jim Trumble), Wendy (John) Baker, Jennifer Crane (Paul Leggett) and Vincent (Terrie) Crane and adopted mother to Shannon (Ronnie) McIlvenna and Heather (Dave) Lundberg. Loving and proud grandmother to Nicholas, Eric, Emily, Kassandra, Matthew, Blake, Aiden, Jake, Megan, Gavin, Maryssa, Jessa, Tate, Carter and Keira. Dear sister of Wayne (Pat) Johnson and predeceased by her parents Ed and Inez (Devlin) Johnson. Special niece of the late Alma, Jean and Eileen Devlin. Loving and devoted "mom" to Jada, her loyal and constant companion. Fondly remembered by Al and Mary McNamee, Peter and Mary McNamee, Pauline and the late Gerry McNamee and John and Darlene McNamee. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and many good friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Monday, May 25th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, May 26th at 1:30 p.m. In memory of Carol Ann, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) or the CNIB would be appreciated by the family.
DELANEY, Desmond Joseph (Veteran, WWII) Peacefully at Almonte General Hospital on Sunday, May 24, 2009 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Irene. Dear father of Jerry, Leslie Anne Patry (Alfred), and Phyllis Kilby (Howard). Loving grandfather of Christianne, Mathieu, Samuel and Alexander. Brother of Angela Cameron and Terry Delaney. Predeceased by sisters Bernice Aubin, Phyllis Hazan and Noreen Lajambe. Friends may call at the Almonte Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 154 Elgin St., Almonte on Tuesday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Name of Mary Church, Almonte on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to L'Arche Arnprior, 16 Edward Street, Arnprior, K7S 3W4. Tributes, condolences and donations may be made at 
DENNISON, Robert "Bob" Elegant to the end, Bob passed away peacefully at Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre in Ottawa on Friday, May 22, 2009. He was in his 90th year. Growing up on a farm in Kentville, Nova Scotia, one of twelve children, Bob set his sights on distant horizons. After graduating from Dalhousie University, he worked with the federal public service. But then, Africa called. The 60s and 70s were filled with postings to far off lands for the family of six when Bob worked with the United Nations and the Canadian International Development Agency. A full life lived well - milk boy, butcher, film projectionist, soldier, registered psychologist, actor, director, magician, dancer, mountain climber, artist, storyteller, jogger, traveler, Canadian National Institute for the Blind puppy walker, wine maker, rockery designer, author and life-long music lover. Loved by Ann, his life adventure partner of 59 years and four daughters: Nirna, Jane (Bob Rutherford), Carol (Jacques Girouard), Marie (Tony Shipman), his granddaughter Fiona Rutherford, grandsons Ian Dennison, Malcolm Rutherford (Cecilia) and great granddaughters Mya and Norah Rutherford. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute in lieu of flowers would be appreciated. The family thanks all the caring staff and volunteers at the Perley for their attentive care during his stay there. Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, May 27 at 10 a.m., at the Lago Vista Room at Dow's Lake Pavilion 2nd floor. Bring your best memory of Bob to share. Please wear bright colours to celebrate Bob's exuberance for life! Bob Dennison: Always loved; loved always.
HANNON, Gaetanne Peacefully at the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre, Friday, May 22, 2009, at the age of 59. Daughter of Rose-Anna and the late Arthur St. James. Predeceased by her husband John W. Hannon. Loving and devoted mother of John William II (Leigh-Anne) and Vanessa Anne. Cherished grandmother "gran" of Kyler and Jaxon. Dear sister of Doris St. James. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Friends may gather for a Graveside Service at Capital Memorial Gardens Cemetery Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 10 a.m. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society appreciated.
HARRISON, Beryl WWII Veteran - RCAF Peacefully, Friday, May 22, 2009 at the age of 84. Beloved wife for 63 years of Hyliard "Sonny". Loving mother of Robin (Wendy), Derrick (JoAnne), Kevin (Marilyn)and Joey (Shelley). Cherished grandmother of Amber, Crystal, Kim, Sean, James, Stephanie, Kyle, Korey, D'Arcy, Nicholas and Cassandra and great-grandmother of Cody, Chloe and Maya. Dear sister of Marion Colpitts, Vivian Comeau, Dorothy McMunn, Joy Steeves and Sharon Argue. Predeceased by her sister Bernice Ricker and her brothers Vernon and Clayton. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata, Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday after 12 noon. A Service in Memory of Beryl will be held Tuesday in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation appreciated.
LATHROP, Mr. Daniel Whiting Died peacefully at his home, on May 20, 2009 at the age of 95. Predeceased by his wife Margaret Helen Davison-Lathrop (January 2009). Survived by his children: Margot Helen Brebner, Mississauga, Ont., Harold Doran Lathrop, Welland, Ont., John Howland Lathrop, Upper LaHave, Nova Scotia, G. Edward (Ned) Lathrop, Ottawa, Ont., and Anna Hildegarde Lathrop, Effingham, Ont. Whiting leaves 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and his sister Leah Lathrop Walls (b. 1919) of Colorado. Born in 1913 in Dunkirk, New York, Whiting's family moved to Welland, Ont., in 1923. He graduated from the University of Toronto (B.Sc., metallurgy, 1938) and worked for Thompson Products (1939) and Union Carbide (1940-1950). He became Director of Atlas Steel, Welland, in 1948 and President of Welland Electric Steel in 1953. In 1959 he formed Beamer-Lathrop Construction, and retired in 1968. Whiting served on the Board of Governors at St. Andrew's College, Aurora. He also served on the Board of Governors/Board of Trustees at Brock University, St. Catharines (1965-1974). A legendary golfer, he was a member of the Lookout Point Golf and Country Club (Fonthill) since 1923. An outdoor sports enthusiast, his passion for the preservation of wilderness led him to gift 70 acres in Pelham (1998)-- identified at the Lathrop Nature Preserve-- to the Nature Conservancy of Canada. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Nature Conservancy of Canada or Brock University. The memorial service will be conducted at St. David's Anglican Church, 369 Thorold Rd., Welland, Ont., on Saturday, June 6th 2009 at 2:00 pm. The family expresses particular thanks to Dr. Joanna Hope, Colleen O'Gorman, and the members of the ParaMed palliative care unit of Niagara. James L. Pedlar Funeral Home in charge of funeral arrangements (905-892-5762). Online condolences may be forwarded through 
MITCHELL, Guy Phillip Suddenly on Thursday, May 21st, 2009 at the age of 40 years. Guy will be sadly missed by his wife Susan Jodoin, son Cameron and daughter Mackenzie, parents Gerald and Rose Mitchell, sister Marlene (Scott) Wright and their daughter Mallory and many good friends. Guy was a long time mechanic in both Ottawa and Perth. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W., Perth Sunday, May 24th from 2 to 5 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the chapel Monday at 11:00 A.M. Interment, White Cemetery, Poland. In remembrance, contributions to CHEO or a fund of choice would be appreciated.
MORRIS, Kimberly Dawn At home with family by her side on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at the age of 46. Beloved daughter of the late Kenneth and Doris Morris. Loving sister of Althea (Merville Cratte), Agnes (George Beatteay), Arlene Morris, Cheryl Milburn, Janet (Scott Denney) and the late Sherman Morris and Sandra Lynn Morris. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Monday, May 25th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, May 26 at 1 pm.
STAMP, Viorel (Electrical Engineer - Control Microsystems) Viorel Stamp passed away on Friday, May 22, 2009 in his 47th year. Dearly loved husband of Roxana for 19 years, son-in-law of Delu and Pusa Arsene, predeceased by his parents Ioan and Maria. Viorel was an exceptional engineer, a devoted husband, an excellent friend, and we will miss his kindness and his love of life. In addition, he was a unique individual, very strong and determined, who knew how to overcome challenges that life gave you, and our lives will be forever changed by his absence. Roxana would like to thank all his colleagues and friends from Control Microsystems for their love and consideration and wishes to extend her heartfelt gratitude to the staff at the Queensway Carleton Hospital for their exceptional care, support and compassion shown to her husband in his final days. During his treatment Viorel was very appreciative of the excellent care that he received at the General Campus, and the Civic Campus of the Ottawa Hospital, and from the team of nurses at Bayshore Home Health. Visitation will be held at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore Dr. and Baseline Rd.) on Monday, May 25, 2009, from 12:30 p.m. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2:30 p.m. Interment and reception will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery, 2500 Baseline Road, Ottawa. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Cancer Research Society, 305 - 200 Isabella Street, Ottawa, ON, K1S 1V7. Tributes, condolences and donations may be made at 
STANTON, Marie (nee McCann) 1938 - 2009 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a wonderful friend, mother, and grandmother, peacefully in hospital at age 71. Best friend and cherished wife of John Stanton. Dearly loved and forever in the hearts of her children Jeff (Stephanie), Kelly (Stephen Lavoy), John (Wendy). Dearest Grandmother to Jessica, Brianna, Claire, Devyn, and Shaelyn. Beloved by her sister Carol MacDonald and her sister-in-law, Helen Stanton. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Bunny, Merle, Ronnie, and Donald, sister Lorraine, sisters-in-law Joan McCann and Delores Stanton, brothers-in-law Mart Cullen and Joe Stanton. Special thanks to sister Carol for her loving care and to Dr. Reginier and physiotherapists, Paul and Michel. Friends may call at the Kelly Funeral Home 585 Somerset St. West (Centretown) on Tuesday May 26, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Funeral will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 400 St. Laurent Blvd. on Wednesday May 27 at 11 a.m. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
