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Guy FORTIER Obituary
(Former R.S.M. G .G.F.G)
WWII Veteran IV PLDG
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 19, 2012 at the age of 90 years. Beloved husband of Elizabeth (Betty). Loving father of John (Olive), Sharon (Robert) and Christine (Peter). Cherished grandfather of Todd, Tara, Lindsay, Ryan, Tina-Marie, Stephanie (Trevor), Kathleen (John), Eli, Melanie, Marc (Shannon) and and great-grandfather of Taylor, Noah, Owen, Magnus and Phoebe. Brother of Therese. Predeceased by his brothers Marcel, Jacques, Paul and his sister Madeline. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Annunciation of the Lord Church, 2414 Ogilvie Road, Ottawa, on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 11 a.m. Special thanks to all the Palliative Care Staff for their care and support. In memory of Guy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Tributes may be sent via Lifetime at www.beechwoodcemetery.com
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16 Entries
Orla Lambert-Nickell (Scharf back then) RCMP Quarterly
May 14, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of his passing so many years ago. I worked with Betty at the RCMP and I just loved her so much. She was beautiful and loved Guy with all her heart. I loved to hear her stories of being a war bride. God bless you. This is me back then.
Sue Dickey
February 9, 2013
Dear Betty. I've only just seen that Guy died on December 19, 2012. I am so sorry for your loss. I was very privileged to accompany many veterans to the 45th anniversary of the liberation of Holland. I got to know your husband and his caregiver, your son John. I was so impressed with them that I felt compelled to keep in touch over the years. I hope your fondest memories of Guy help sustain you at this difficult time.
Shirley & Ken Major
December 23, 2012
Dear Betty & family,
Our deepest condolences. He was a true fitter. May your memories be a comfort to you all, in this time of sadness.
Ken & Shirley Major
December 21, 2012
The all the family, my condolences on the passing of Guy. I always remember his humour.
Linda Olson
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Harry Billings
December 21, 2012
Marcel My Sincere Condolenes
Guy was a good friend of PG Golden Ager
and a long time friend of mine.
Harry PPGGA
Gayle Barks (Dodd)
December 21, 2012
Dear Betty and family:
My deepest condolescences to you and your family on Guy's passing. So many memories.
Gayle Barks (Dodd)
Sue
December 21, 2012
Dear Todd, Tara and families. My sincere condolences for the loss of your grandfather. Guy was a special man and I will always remember him with fondness.
Sue McMullen
December 21, 2012
Dear Betty, John, Olive, Lindsay, Ryan, Christine, Sharon and families: I just heard the sad news of Guy's passing. I cherish the fond memories that I have of him, his quick wit and unfailing good humour and kindness. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
December 21, 2012
John your friends at M.L.Bradley pass on their deepest sympathies
Catherine Kozera
December 20, 2012
To Stephanie and your family,
So sorry to hear of your loss; no amount of preparation makes it any easier. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Use the upcoming holidays as a way to celebrate your grandfather's great success in life by surrounding yourself with all those who love him as much as you!
Love, Dave, Catherine & Chloe Kozera
Norm Fortier
December 20, 2012
Dear Aunt Betty and all the Family,
Please accept our most sincere condolences. Uncle Guy holds a very special place in my heart and I have many wonderful memories of my godfather. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Norman and Josie
Shannon Brunton
December 20, 2012
Betty, Christine, John, Sharon and family - our deepest sympathies at this time. Mark, Magnus, Phoebe and I will always remember Guy as a wonderful man with a smile on his face. I'll never forgot Magnus's comment to me this past summer, after having visited Guy & Betty with Peter: "Did you know that Guy was a war vet?" All our love. xoxo
Suzanne (Fortier) Wonnacott
December 20, 2012
Dear Aunt Betty, John, Sharon, Christine and families,
Uncle Guy had a special place in my heart. He will always be lovingly remembered for his kind soul and mischievous sense of humour. You are all in my thoughts and have my heartfelt sympathy. Love from Suzanne
December 20, 2012
Mr Fortier was a sweet and true "Gentle Man" who alway had a beautiful smile who always took an interest in our children, Dominique and Lionel who loved to see him when he visited at the at the Bensons across the street from us.
We are so very sorry for your loss, and may your special memories always keep him near.
Judy and Brian Leger, Dominique and Lionel
Bob Dodd
December 20, 2012
Dear Betty,Sharon,John and Christine.
I am filled with saddness as I write this note.
Guy was my RSM in the Guards and was a true tutor,mentor and friend.I have many fond memories of our days at Cartier Square, Connaught Ranges and Petawawa.He had a major impact on the lives of many who passed through the Ranks of the GGFG.
Teresa and I send our deepest sympathies .
Bob & Teresa Dodd
Mike Fortier
December 20, 2012
Dear Aunt Betty and Family,
I have many wonderful memories of Uncle Guy from my childhood; most often running into him on Remembrance Day or at Cartier Square when following Grandpa around.
We are thinking of you and wish we could be there in person to pay our respects to a great man.
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