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HOWARD KAHOON Obituary

HOWARD JOSEPH KAHOON September 4, 1931 - November 24, 2013 Passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2013 at the age of 82 years. He will be greatly missed by his wife Doris Kahoon married for 54 years, daughter Renee (Mac), sons Paul (Rosalind), Gary (Jessica), Howard's sister Violet Reay-Laidler (Roly) and dear grandfather of Cassandra, Sabrina, and Chantal, sisters- in-law Renee Harasymchuk, Mary Munro (deceased - Wally) and loved by many nieces and nephews. Howard served 56 years with IBM and will be missed by his co-workers and dear friends. His infectious smile, unique sense of humour and kindness will be missed everyday by all that knew him. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no Funeral or Mass, but rather a Celebration of his Life. God Bless his Soul.

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Published by Toronto Star on Nov. 30, 2013.

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December 5, 2013

Doris, you and Howie were great mentors. Thank you for taking us under your wing. I will fondly remember Howie. My thoughts are with you and your wonderful family. Kathy MaGee/Hayman

Bruce Clark

December 4, 2013

Very sad to hear of Howie's passing. He was a great ambassador for the Country Club, The Toronto IBM Club and, of course, IBM Canada. We will miss him greatly. - Bruce & Marion Clark.

Colin Parker

December 4, 2013

What a guy. He'll be sadly missed but his laughter and infectious smile will last forever.

Anna-Lisa Kinch

December 4, 2013

Our deepest sympathies and love to all. I am deeply grateful to have known such a gentle and great man. His words of wisdom and guidance were always welcome. He always made time for the important. Thanks for the great times.

December 3, 2013

Dear Doris and Family, our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Howie. It was an honor and a privilege to work with Howie at the Country Club. Becoming friends and being included in your family gatherings leave us with many wonderful, precious memories. Whenever we think of Howie we can't help but smile! Love Roxy and Peter.

Paul St. Germain

December 2, 2013

I will always remember Howie in the way he found the humourous and good side of difficult situations. Many great laughs were had at the IBM Country Club.

Sandie Lee

December 2, 2013

Howie was one of my all time favourite managers. He always had a smile and a joke to tell me. I am so sad to hear of his passing and my sincere condolences go out to the entire Kahoon family. Howie was a wonderful person and will be missed.

December 2, 2013

I worked with Howie for several years. He was one of my favourite IBMers. Beat me at golf most times we played.
Bill Ridsdill

December 1, 2013

Howie touched the lives of many people, myself included. He truly made a difference in the world. Condolences from my family to yours. Ron Bettle.

Don Tom

December 1, 2013

Howie was our Resident Manager in Poughkeepsie, NY when I was on assignment there working on the 129 Key Punch in 1970. He was the country Club Manager when I was the Tennis Director. He will be dearly missed. Condolences to his family.

December 1, 2013

It is truly a sad day to learn of the passing of a wonderful husband, father and friend of many. It is a testament to who he was that a smile comes to me at the memory of him, in life and in death. Rest in peace Howie and forever shine your smile down on those who love you. Jo-Anne Azzarello.

Susan Nugent Rabb

December 1, 2013

Dear Auntie Doris, Renee, Paul, Gary and Families,
Please accept our deepest condolences for Howie's passing. I have only wonderful memories of your family. My time at IBM Country Club, summers during University, were always fantastic. Your dad
was the best boss I've ever known, before and since. All the hilarious stories I've heard over the years involving Howie and Doris and my parents will continue to live on. So sorry he's gone, but am very confident he and my dad are together once more, and up to no good! It feels like the end of an era. Many hugs to all of you, Xo

Roly Antonio

November 30, 2013

With heartfelt sympathy and understanding thoughts in this time of sadness.

November 30, 2013

Dad, RIP Miss you love Paul and Roz

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