Klaus Goldschlag
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Klaus was a remarkable man who led an incredible life. He faced the most unthinkable adversities with courage and success. Born in Berlin, Germany, he came to Canada in 1937, through the generosity and kindness of Alan Coatsworth. He attended Vaughn Road Collegiate, the University of Toronto and Princeton University, studying oriental languages. He served in the Canadian Military and then joined the Department of External Affairs where he had a brilliant career, serving as Canada's Ambassador to Turkey, Italy and the Federal Republic of Germany. He also served as Deputy Under-Secretary of State for External Affairs and received the Outstanding Achievement Award for public service of Canada and was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1983.
He was a benevolent contributor to Lester B. Pearson College and University College at the University of Toronto, and there is an International Relations scholarship in his honour at Trinity College, generously funded by the Donner Foundation.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the staff at Belmont House, and are especially thankful to Sallie X, for her care and love to the very end of his life. Klaus will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Gustave Flaubert captured his memory best: "be regular and ordinary in your life, so you may be violent and original in your work".
A memorial will be held at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, in the spring. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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February 8, 2012
This is an enormous loss to his family, friends, Canada and the global community. But his contributions were equally enormous and the memory of his much cherised legacy will live on
Professor John Kirton
International Relations Program
University of Toronto
Jocelyn Spaull
February 7, 2012
Dear Christine, Pamela, and Caroline;
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. So many memories come back from over the years:
Visiting your lovely home on Acacia;
Your parents visits to Piccadilly and Rockyledge;
My sister Diana's fun stay with you while travelling in Europe with Aunt Isabel;
Your Mom and Dad's kind invitation to my parents and myself to visit the Embassy in Rome and tour us around famous sites in 1974;
Yet another kind invitation to Peter and I to stop off in Rome while on our honeymoon adventure in 1975;
The many Spring visits your Dad made with Caroline and the young student who took care of him, to visit your mother's grave site, and then have tea at Piccadilly.
These memories, as well as my Christmas correspondence with your Dad, and his letters full of news of his daughter's families, revealed your Dad's deep love of, and commitment to, his family - a precious gift.
With love
Jocey, Peter, Michael and Christopher Spaull
Ann Weston
February 4, 2012
Dear Christine, Pamela and Caroline; My mother Marjorie and I were very sorry to hear about your father's death. We have fond memories of our times together with you all in Ankara. I hope to be able to see you at the memorial service in Ottawa. Best wishes, Ann
Martha Scott
February 3, 2012
Dear Christine, Pamela & Caroline,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's death. He had a fascinating life and a brilliant career. But I remember his as the doting father despite Christine's and my efforts to drive him crazy as teenagers! All the best to you. Will try and get to the Ottawa memorial
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February 3, 2012
I was very sorry to read about Klaus's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy, and please let me know when the memorial service is being held at Beechwood Cemetary in Ottawa. We would like to be there. Contact me at 613 828 5580.
Love from cousin Isabel and her children George and Kathy.
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