Mary OULTON Obituary

Published by Monteal Gazette from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2012.

OULTON, Mary (nee MacArthur)
1927 - 2012
Passed away peacefully on November 21, 2012. Dearly loved wife of Rhodes, mother of Christopher, Andrew and David (Laura) and grandmother of Richard, Shannon and Evan; dear friend of Line, Richard's mother. Mary's brother was the late Prof. Dan MacArthur. She was born in Arundel, Quebec, daughter of Helen and Samuel MacArthur and great- granddaughter of Wm. Thomson, first permanent settler of Arundel in 1857, Mary studied at MacDonald College and was a teacher for the P.S.B.G.M for many years. She was an excellent teacher, highly respected and loved by her students, many of whom, on hearing of her illness, contacted her in writing, by phone or by email. Rhodes was lucky to have met Mary at a bridge party. They were married for 61 years. She was a cherished friend to many and with her positive attitude always found the best in everyone. As well as her family, she loved her church, her books and her cats. At her death we say farewell to a great mind and a loving heart. She will be sadly missed. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Montreal Chest Hospital, particularly the dedicated team of Dr. R. Olivenstein and Cathy Richards who looked after Mary for so many years. Many thanks also to the wonderful staff at Palliative Care Division of Le Vivalis, Point Claire. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Le Vivalis Residence. The family will receive friends and family at the Lachine Branch of J.J. Cardinal Funeral Home 2125 Notre Dame St. (514-639-1511) on Friday, November 23 between 3 - 5 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. A service will be held in Arundel at a later date.

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March 15, 2013

Dear Rhodes,
Don and I are wintering in Avon Park, Florida where we met a man who lives near Arundel. I asked if he knew you and he told me the very sad news of Mary passing. I can feel her warmth, hear her laugh, so she left us the gift in parting. Please let us know when you are ready for a call. 514.273.7479 Daphne Boyer and Don Sugden

December 2, 2012

Dear Mr. Oulton and family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. I trust by now that you would have my e-mail. I never had the opportunity to meet Mary, but I believe that she was much like you in the teaching profession and private life. He life it would seem has touched many for the better. Teachers are special people.
From our family to yours, across the miles. Earlyn, Brent and Beverley (Babin) Shuffler

December 2, 2012

Robert(Bob) Blackburn

My sincere condolances to the Oulton family on the loss of your loved one.

November 29, 2012

Cathy, Dave Cheam

Our deepest condolences during this difficult time. The loss to husband, children, family is immense. She remains truly loved and always in your hearts and thoughts.

November 27, 2012

Jasmine and Steve Ellemo

Dear Mr.Oulton and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies in this sad time of loss. The years fly by and suddenly it's all over.
Let your memories of love light your
darkest hours,

November 27, 2012

Dear Rhodes and family,my most sincere sympathy are with you all now and always, may God bless and watch over you during this very sad time in your lives. Love Always Sandy(Sleeth) Norman

November 26, 2012

Doris (Langlois) Bergevin

To Mr.R. Oulton and family, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May she now rest in peace. She will be missed by all.

November 26, 2012

Sharon Leslie

Rhodes, Chris, Andrew & David,
My sincere sympathies to all of you on behalf of the Leslie's. Trevor, Ross & I have good memories of Mary & you playing bridge at our house with our parents, and the gang. She was always a bright light in a room, smiling, laughing and definitely always took the time to listen to me as a young girl and as I grew up. Please let us know when her funeral will be and we will see you in Arundel. - Our parents loved her and you greatly. Much love to all, The Leslie "kids"

November 26, 2012

Joyce Pedder (Brennan)

Dear Mr Oulton and family. Please except my deepest condolences for your loss. Mrs Olton was such a caring woman, who brought confidence to her students. I was a student of yours Mr Oulton, and always made a point of visiting you both in Lachine when I was just a young girl. Cherish the memories, and always know that you both have never been forgotten, Joyce Pedder (Brennan) orginally from Crawford Park Verdun and now living in Kelowna BC [email protected]

November 26, 2012

Jack Haines

Mr. Oulton, my wife and I are saddened to hear of your loss.

Grant to her eternal rest, O Lord, and may light perpetual shine upon her.

Please accept our deepest condolences, and may the family be spared further sorrow.

Jack and Irma Haines

November 26, 2012

Our hearts and thoughts are with you!

Serge, Christine, Sam & Ben

November 26, 2012

Laura Oulton

I will love and miss you forever Mary...

November 25, 2012

Clifford Coull

Rhodes my condolences to you and your family. I am blessed to have had Mary as my 6th grade teacher in Rushbrooke school. I am also grateful for having the opportunity of reconnecting with you and her through my life long friend Dennis Livingstone. Know this that she has just left a body that was no longer comfortable to live in. Speak with her, she will be listening I assure you. Blessings ...

Posted by Clifford Coull

November 24, 2012

Robert Peck

On behalf of the entire Peck family, in particular, my Aunt Helene Cooper (nee Peck), I would like to express deepest sympathies to the Oulton and MacArthur families. Our thoughts are especially with Rhodes at this difficult time. My late parents, Bob and Bunny Peck, were also teachers and I recall them speaking warmly about Mary. I remember well meeting her a few years ago at a reception in honour of her late brother, Dan MacArthur. We had a wonderful conversation which linked back to my folks and mutual acquaintances.

With our condolences,

Robert and Maria Peck
Athens, Greece

November 23, 2012

Doug Champagne

I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences go out to you.

November 23, 2012

Valen Tatigian

Dear Mr. Oulton, Chris, Andrew, Dave and Families, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember her laugh and her smile. She was a class act. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

November 23, 2012

I had the privilege of knowing Mrs. Oulton for the past few years. It was an honour to be her nurse, to witness her positive attitude and the caring she showed for everyone, especially Mr. Oulton.
Sincere condolences to Mr. Oulton and her family on behalf of myself and colleagues at the Montreal Chest Hospital.
Kathy Riches

November 23, 2012

To the Oulton brothers. Losing a close family member is really tough, my condolences. You can never replace a mom!
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark Yerbury

November 23, 2012

Anne Morrison

Mr Oulten, Chris, Andy and Dave, Sending my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beautiful wife and mother. May your family, friends and memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.

November 23, 2012

Miss you already Mary will be thinking of you always.
Love Line

November 23, 2012

Owen,Jean and family

know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

November 23, 2012

Nancy & Al Somerville (Williams)

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

November 23, 2012

Alan Cobb

Dear Rhodes,
We are very saddened by the loss of your beloved wife Mary. We are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Alan Cobb,Lisa and family

November 23, 2012

Paul and Ruth Saunders

Dear Rhodes,
Ruth and I were so sorry to hear of Mary. We will always remember her captivating smile and love of life.Her kindness and sincere concern for others was a wonderful gift that she gave to all of us. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Paul and Ruth

November 22, 2012

Gayle Mcintosh

Our Deepest sympathies are extended to you and your loved ones at this extremely difficult time.
All Our Love,
Gayle, Rob, Hayley & Sean.

November 22, 2012

Susan Overbury

Dr Rhodes,
All your friends on 48th are very sad to hear of Mary's passing. I always admired her caring personality. I always enjoyed our conversations and how she always showed a genuine interest in our family. We are all thinking of you and your sons at this sad time.

Sue,Ross and family

November 22, 2012

Geoffrey Campbell

Heaven has just received a very nice lady that I've known for most of my life. Farewell Mrs Oulton.

November 22, 2012

Jane & Dave Butson and Family

So sorry for this painful loss for your family, sending you all love during this difficult time.

November 22, 2012

Vivianne Legault

You are foremost in our thoughts at this difficult time. Be assured we are including you in our prayers and send you positive waves.
Love Vivianne, Lise, Andree and Jeannine Legault

November 22, 2012

Bob Watson

Rhodes, I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time. You were a great help to my late wife Shirley (nee Oulton) on the genealogy of your families. Respectfully, Bob Watson

November 22, 2012

Amy Bessette

My deepest condolences to the Oulton Family.

November 22, 2012

Sincere condolences from Buster Cooke and family

November 22, 2012

Robert ( Bob ) Ferguson

T0 Mr. Oulton and Family;
So sorry to hear of your loss,my heart goes out to you. I remember the day Christopher was born and your pride. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You were my teacher 1957 through 1959 at Verdun High. I never met your lovely wife but you made an impact on my life and i thank you.

November 22, 2012

Rhodes and family,
I was so sorry to learn of Mary's death. We shared a love of family history and I always enjoyed our conversations. May the love and memories that fill your heart give you strength. The world has lost a gentle spirit and I have lost a friend.
Glenna Morrison

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November 22, 2012

We send our caring thoughts and prayers to the Oultan Family. With Love Janice Ken Allison and Scott

November 22, 2012

MY deepest sympathies to Rhodes and family. Mary was such a caring person. I'll always remember her from my early school days and Mary's compassion as we both dealt with Anne Oulton's situation. Restpectfully, Elvi Vetland, Kelowna BC.

November 22, 2012

George Martin

Rhodes and Family, My heart goes out to you. I shall miss my telephone conversations with Mary, whereby we shared some precious memories at Rushbrooke School. I shall miss Mary's kind thoughts of fellow students and her amazing ability of recollection. Mary was a school teacher who became a dear friend to me and I shall miss her. May the Lord bless her soul.

November 22, 2012

Bill Irons

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, please accept my deepest sympathy. I have known you for many years from our time on Manning Ave in Verdun, you were also one of my teachers at Verdun High .

November 22, 2012

my deepest condolences to Rhodes, Chris,
Andrew and Dave, I will never forget Mary's kindness to me, she was a classy lady. may your memories bring you comfort
Joan Campbell

November 22, 2012

Kathy Legault

To Dave and the Oulton family,
she was truly a warm and wonderful woman and will be missed by all that knew her.
With love Kathy & Bernie Legault

November 22, 2012

My heart goes out to all of you in your time of sorrow.
May your wonderful memories bring you peace.
With deep sympathy
Gail Campbell

November 22, 2012

Bonnie Watson

To Andy and the Oulton family,

Our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.

Bonnie and Andy

November 22, 2012

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November 22, 2012

Mary Garbes

Condolences to all of Mary's family and friends as we have lost a wonderful lady. She inspired many and will be greatly missed!

Cherished memories will continue to bless us, especially sharing stories of life in Arundel and enjoying our telephone calls and visits. Love, friend Greta & Goddaughter Mary

November 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Oulton family.Mary was a wonderful,energetic, great lady and always welcoming of Dave and Laura's friends.
Deepest sympathy from Acton: Johnny, Teresa, Darian and Carter.

November 22, 2012

Andrew Tadros

May the Lord bless her soul, she is now in a better place looking over her loved ones.

November 22, 2012

Ron Olivenstein

Mary was awonderful woman and patient who always aked how my dogs were doing before discussing her medical problems. We will miss her.

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