JAMES RICHARD REES

1951 - 2022

BORN

1951

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

Kelly Funeral Home - Kanata

580 EAGLESON RD

Kanata, Ontario

JAMES REES Obituary

REES, JAMES RICHARD "Easy Does It" Jim passed away peacefully, on August 11, 2022, surrounded by his family. Born on January 6, 1951 to Audrey and Clarence. Brother to Dale and Francis Anna, predeceased by brothers, Blaine and Henry. Loving husband to Jennifer. Proud dad to Caitlin and Samantha, grandpa to Marcus, Quinn and Emma. Jim joins his favourite child, Madison the cat, in Heaven. Fondly remembered by the McCaughey's. Proudly sober for almost 28 years, Jim found purpose in the Alcoholics Anonymous community, through service, sponsorship and sobriety. He spent countless hours holding meetings in jails, sponsoring new members, and lending an ear to those in need. He made a difference to many, while so many in the community made a profound difference to him. AA saved his life, healed his soul and restored him to his family. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Claire Dyason, Irene Ritchie, and the doctors, nurses and volunteers at Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice for their excellent care of him in his final days. In memory of Jim, donations may be made to The Ruddy- Shenkman Hospice in Kanata, Ontario, via: hospicecareOttawa.ca A Celebration of Life will be held in the Fall. Arrangements in care of Kelly Funeral Home – Kanata Chapel, 613-591-6580.

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Published by Toronto Star on Aug. 13, 2022.

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Irene Ritchie

August 16, 2022

My sincere condolences for your profound loss. It was a blessing to know Jim, even for a short time, and a privilege to walk beside him on part of his journey. My thoughts are with you all, and may your memories, with the love of family and friends, bring you much comfort in the days and weeks ahead.

Richard Miaskowski

August 15, 2022

As an old friend who spent many hours of our teenage years together, I remember his energy, determination and most of all his love of life. I remember all the good times we spent together in our teen years and as we got older and married we strayed away from each other.
Rest In Peace my good friend.

Sheila Young

August 13, 2022

A Kind Softspoken Man with so Much Knowledge & Experience To Help others along their Journey. You Will be So Missed!! Godspeed Jim & R.I.P.

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