Barbara Potvin

Barbara Potvin

Barbara Potvin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 16 to Apr. 18, 2008.
POTVIN Barbara Ann (Co-owner of Hilan Corporation, Past Chair of The Almonte General Hospital, Past Board Director of Algonquin College, Founding member of CAF, Member of St. Mary's CWL) Peacefully at Almonte with all her family at her side surrounded by love on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Barb Rogers of Almonte, age 69 years. Cherished wife of Alfred J. "Al" Potvin. Dearly loved mother of Janice Gilmour (David) of Almonte, Chris (Lori) of Ottawa and Paul (Jennifer) of Toronto. Predeceased by her daughter; Nancy. Sister of Ed (Gail), Ottawa and Bill Rogers (Marj) of Halifax. Very special and loved granny of Kristen Gilmour. Friends may call at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 127 Church Street, Almonte for visiting on Thursday, April 17 from 7 to 9 pm and on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral Saturday, April 19 to Holy Name of Mary Church, Almonte for Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Spring interment with her daughter, Nancy in Holy Name of Mary Cemetery, Almonte. For those who so desire, donations in memory of Barb may be made at the funeral home to The Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation. or Holy Name of Mary Memorial Fund and would be most appreciated. The CWL will pray the Rosary on Friday at 1:45 pm Condolences and tribute: www.crgamble.com

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April 22, 2008

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SCOTT HASKINS

April 22, 2008

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER.
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.

June & Alex Brown

April 19, 2008

June and I are shocked and saddened to hear of Barb's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Johanne Seltitz

April 18, 2008

Chris - I was so sad to hear the news of your Mother. It must be a hard time for all of you especially your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family over the next few days.

Wm. J. "Bill" Francis

April 17, 2008

Al,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gail & Bill Francis Ottawa

Harriet Leggett

April 17, 2008

To Al and family: Jim and I send you our deepest sympathy. We met many times at the home of my cousin, Karl Bruun, and had the highest regard for Barb. With sincere condolences,

Ken Fitzsimmons

April 17, 2008

Al and Family,
Louise and I were sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Paul Charlebois

April 17, 2008

Chris and family - My family and I were saddened to hear of your mother's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mario Caron

April 17, 2008

Chris and Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother,my prayers are with you.

Marjorie Scott

April 16, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of Barb's passing. I always enjoyed Barb's and your family's visits to Nova Scotia.

Nora Headley

April 16, 2008

Al and Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Barb,
who was a wonderful lady
and devoted family person.
My prayers are with you.
Nora (Finner) Headley

Bonnie Tosh

April 16, 2008

To the Potvin Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of your wife. mother & grandmother.

Stephen Tosh & Family

Yvonne

April 16, 2008

Al and Family
As you know I am in Calgary playing at soccer Mom but you are all in my thoughts and prayers . I have found a church with daily mass and have offered it for Barb and family .

Debra Johns

April 16, 2008

Chris, my thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Bill MacGillivary

April 16, 2008

Al and Family---Please accept our condolences on Barbara's passing. She was a wonderful and capable lady, wife ,and mother,and you will have many memories to cherish.We'll remember her in our prayers. Bill , Phyllis and Vince MacGillivary.

William Penney

April 16, 2008

Dear Al and family,
my deepest prayers and sympathy on Barb's passing.Mass will be celebrated today at 12:00 noon for the happy repose of her soul.Unfortunately l will not be able to attend the Mass on saturday.
Fr. Bill Penney April 16/08

Gwen Davies

April 16, 2008

I am sorry of your loss Al but I am currently travelling and will not be able to attend the funeral.

My deepest sympathy,
Gwen Davies

Rick Hall

April 16, 2008

Chris - We know that times like this are difficult, and that words do not necessarily ease the pain. Nevertheless, we hope that you will take some comfort in knowing that we (your friends and colleagues at Nordion) are thinking of you and your family.
Deepest sympathies.

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