Anthony Rutkus

RUTKUS, Anthony (Tony) Daniel (1928 - 2008) Passed away peacefully at the age of 80 after a lengthy illness. Loved father of Paul (Kim), Nicole Dixon (Ken) and Mark; dear grandfather of Anne, Mathew and Nicholas. Tony is also survived by his friend and former spouse, Monique Le Duc; sister Jadvyga Regina and many nieces and nephews located across the globe. Born in Lithuania, Tony came to Canada in 1948 where he found his true home and a love of science. His early meteorological work took him on fascinating and long-term assignments in some of Canada's most isolated weather stations, including the Arctic. Tony worked at the Toronto Weather Office; Transport Canada; and was Head of the Ottawa Weather Office for Environment Canada. He later worked in Administration for the Meteorological Service at National Defence. He retired in 1990 after 31 years of service with the Federal Government. Tony was a proud Canadian and took greater pleasure in celebrating his 60th anniversary of Canadian citizenship than in celebrating his 80th birthday, both milestones he reached in 2008. In his later years, he was an avid badminton league player at the RA, but also enjoyed skiing, hiking, hunting and fishing in his younger days. His passion and appreciation for the Canadian wilderness, its water and the outdoors in general are well instilled in his children and subsequently, his grandchildren. At Tony's request, a private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Hospice at May Court www.hospicemaycourt.com would be graciously accepted.