Col. Hugh J. BARTLEY

COL. HUGH J. BARTLEY C.D. Passed away peacefully on July 23rd, 2011 aged 89. Hugh was born in Charleswood, Manitoba in 1921. He joined the RCAF in 1940 and was a pilot in England during the war years. He spent 32 years in the Canadian armed forces at various stations in Canada and the USA. His final posting was as Canadian military attaché to Israel and Cyprus. After his retirement he worked for UNICEF and later as a consultant on various projects. Beloved husband for 66 years of Barbara and dear father of Patricia Beales (Peter) and Linda Samosinski (John). Cherished grandfather of Rebecca Lantz (Jeff) and Joseph Mahony. Greatgrandfather of Sadie, Garrett, Madeline and Samuel. Predeceased by his brother James. He leaves his four sisters Jean, Claire, Norma and Doris. A celebration of Hugh's life will be held at St. Peter's Anglican Church (Dundas and Mississauga Rd.), 1745 Dundas Street West, Mississauga, on Thursday at 11 a.m., with reception to follow at the Church. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 27th, 3 - 5 p.m., at Glen Oaks Memorial Gardens, 3164 Ninth Line, Oakville (corner of Ninth Line and Dundas). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made if desired to St. Peter's Anglican Church, Mississauga, the Red Cross or the charity of your choice. Online condolences and memories can be shared at hughbartley.wordpress.org. Hugh will be missed by everyone who crossed his path. Per ardua ad astra (Through adversity to the stars)