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Daniel SCHARF Obituary
Peacefully on Friday, May 25, 2012, Daniel Albert Edgar Scharf, B.A., retired high school teacher, of Kenmore in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Wilhelmina (Creighton). Dear father of Shirley Anne (Michael Charles Swinton). Loving grandfather of Erika Michèle Swinton. His vitality, humanism, commitment to education and intellectual curiosity will always be remembered. The family wishes to thank the wonderful care and support that was provided by the medical teams in the dialysis units at the Riverside and General Hospitals. A very special thanks, as well, goes to the extraordinary staff and medical teams at Orchard View Living Centres and at Alta Vista Manor, as well as Rural Ottawa South Support Services. Finally the family wants to pay a very special tribute to Dr. Heymans and the medical staff at the Russell Medical Centre. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Daley Family Funeral Home, 6971 Bank St.(between Scrivens Dr. and Metcalfe corner) on Saturday, June 2, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., with private funeral services and inurnment at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations made to The Kidney Foundation of Canada would be most appreciated by the family.
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August 28, 2012
very sorry to hear of my Uncle Dan's passing. I remember as a child going to visit him and Aunt Wilhemina at the farm. They always had baby ducks in the kitchen. I am glad Uncle Dan was able to live a long life although I am sorry to have never had the opportunity to really get to know him after my father (his brother) died. Rest in peace, Uncle Dan, and say hi to mom and dad for me. Tell them I miss them. Your niece Sandra Elizabeth Scharfe (Spencer)
Leona Cameron
June 4, 2012
I enjoyed meeting Daniel and having all our visits. We both liked talking about teaching and he showed me all his old daily planners. He was a wise and fair man. He had done business with my father and they respected each other. I liked that.
Warren McBride
June 4, 2012
It was back in 1969 at Ridgemont High School when I first walked into Dan Scharf's auto class. The things that I learned from him are still with me today ... the love of cars and all things mechanical. His classes were often the highlight of the school day for me. In my graduating year and before I headed off to university Dan helped me install a re-built engine in my 1951 Chevrolet, an engine that was plucked from an old pickup truck from the Scharf farm. Working with him, learning from him, was always a joy! He always had an enthusiasm for teaching and a great support for his students. He will be missed. Condolensces to his family.
Jose Poole
June 2, 2012
I was sorry to hear that Daniel had passed away. I met him many years ago. I missed hearing from him in March this year. He was a very interesting person to visit with. He brought some of the chapters of the book he had written for me to read. It was very well written and I enjoyed it very much. My deepest sympathy to you Shirley Ann and your family. He spoke of you and your family every time I met with him. May he rest in peace.
Jose Poole
Vernon, Ont.
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John Morris
June 1, 2012
Je suis désolé pour ta perte Shirley Anne. While I did not know your dad his fine qualities described by others including wonder and excitement about ideas carry on through you.
May 29, 2012
We express our deepest sympathy to Shirley Ann and family. Daniel was a special person, and neighbour. He was always willing to lend a hand when it came to school work. He will be sadly missed.
Bev & Deborah Thomas
Quinn
May 29, 2012
So sorry for your loss, we were very fortunate to have known him. A great neighbor and friend.
Louise & Randy
Skye Baker
May 28, 2012
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Daniel, he was an interesting man and I enjoyed our chats when I would go visit him here in Kenmore.He loved to discuss books, writing and ideas, and he will be missed.
Skye Baker
Jennifer Lockyer
May 28, 2012
Rural Ottawa South Support Services staff and drivers would like to send our condolences to Shirley Ann and her family. Our drivers enjoyed getting to know Dan over the past few years. His keen sense of humour, incredible knowledge, and genuine personality made it very easy to find drivers to drive him to his appointments. Dan will be missed by all of us.
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