Barbara GOBLE Obituary
1924 - 2016
Passed away peacefully in hospital on Friday, December 23 at age 91 surrounded by her loving family. The eldest of seven children, Barbara was born at the Royal Vic in Montreal, Quebec in 1924 to Elmer and Ruth Amey. Barbara was a member of the RCAF (WD) from 1942-45. She married the love of her life Max Edwin Goble in 1946 and raised 5 children in Ottawa while working full time as a court stenographer at the Ottawa Court House. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Barbara lived life to the fullest, never giving up her sense of adventure. She was an avid knitter and sports fan with a passion for the Ottawa Senators and the Toronto Blue Jays. Also a devotee of piping and highland dancing, Barbara served on the Executive of the Ottawa Highland Dancing Association. Barbara made many wonderful friends wherever she went. Recently, she enjoyed 4 1/2 years at the Ravines and in March this year moved to the Perley Rideau Veterans Home. On her behalf, many thanks to the caring staff at the Perley. She is survived by her children, Amy (Ken Garson), Calvin (Amanda), Dee (Shelley) and Zoye (Bruce Poulin); and her 8 grandchildren, Kyle, Camden, Fea (Amy), Victoria, Patricia (Calvin), Jake (Dee), Dayna and Rylan (Zoye). Friends may call at the Garden Chapel, Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd., Nepean on Friday, December 30 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., followed by the service beginning at 11:30 a.m., reception following. Private interment to follow at the Beechwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Perley Rideau Veterans Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. Tributes may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.
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Brian M. Potvin
January 27, 2017
I only heard of Barb's passing yesterday. My condolences to the Goble family. I remember well working alongside her in the reporting and transcription world. May she rest in peace. Brian Potvin.
Dorothée McKinlay
January 2, 2017
My deepest sympathy to all of Barbara's dear family. I had known Barbara for 40 years. She was a great person. We always enjoyed each other's company. God Bless her soul, she most certainly is in heaven.
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Denise Larabie
January 2, 2017
Amy and Family I am so sorry for your lost, especially this time of year. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Denise
Abbie Gourgon
January 1, 2017
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Goble's passing. She was a wonderful lady, proud veteran and a feisty bridge player. I miss seeing her at the Ravines.
Colin MacLellan
December 31, 2016
A grand lady of piping, so supportive of her family. She never failed to voice her concern for my own mother whenever I saw her. Truly saddened to hear the news but a long life, very well lived. Condolences to Amy and Ken and the rest of the family.
December 31, 2016
Dear Amy and family. I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Barbara was a loyal friend to my (late) mother Jessie while she lived at the Ravines and also after her move to the Perley and Rideau Veterans' Centre. She had a strong, positive character and I enjoyed chatting with her during my visits to Ottawa.
Lynda Moon, Toronto
Hélène Archambault
December 30, 2016
Dear Amy and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My thoughts are with you and your Family. My Deepest Sympathy,
Ralph Mahar
December 29, 2016
Deepest sympathies to you & your family, Cal, on the passing of your Mom... I didn't know your Mom was a Veteran... She was clearly a bright light, and a talented lady who faithfully served her country, her community and her family for so many years...truly a life well lived...You're in my thoughts, my friend...
Valerie & Jim Baldwin
December 29, 2016
Amy,Ken and Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom, Amy. She was a wonderful woman with a true love of family. I will remember her connection with the world of Highland dancing and the great tribute that you hosted for her birthday at The Ravines.
Paul Luciano
December 29, 2016
Sorry for your loss Calvin.
Paul Kelly
December 29, 2016
I met Barbara in her position as a court stenographer and always enjoyed chatting with her. She was a very pleasant and capable person. May she rest in peace.
Suzanne Paulin
December 29, 2016
To Amy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Bill & Sandy MacWilliam
December 29, 2016
Cal...so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother.
Sandy and I are thinking of you.
Sheryl Boggs
December 28, 2016
Amy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Keep your memories close to guide you through this difficult time.
Judy O'Heare
December 28, 2016
I worked with Barb as a court reporter back in the '80s. Barb always had a kind word, a friendly smile, and was so helpful in the workplace. She always spoke glowingly of her family. I really enjoyed working with her and remember her as a gentle and lovely woman. I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
December 28, 2016
Amy,
I was so sad to hear of your mom's passing. I will miss chatting with her at the competitions. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Danielle Hamilton
Tony Goddard
December 28, 2016
Amy and family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Such a sad time for you and your family, our sincere condolences.
Chelsea Champagne Laplante
December 28, 2016
Dear Amy and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. It was always such a pleasure to see her at each dance competition. Her vibrant personality will be greatly missed.
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Don & Minerva Osborne
December 28, 2016
Dee sorry to hear about your mother.
Eleanor Burgess
December 27, 2016
Dear Amy,Ken,Kyle,Cam,Fea
Our thoughts,prayers are with you at this difficult time. We have nice memories of our chats with your Mom/Grandma when she came to pick the children up from our home when the children were young. She was a very special lady and was so proud of her grandchildren. We wish peace and comfort for you. Bruce&Eleanor
David Garson
December 27, 2016
Dear Amy, Ken and Family,
Paulette and I and our family offer our sincerest condolences and caring thoughts. We'll miss Barbara. It was always a delight to share conversation with her during family get-togethers. She was definitely a very interesting, cheerful, and accomplished person. I know you do have a ton of great memories of her and hope that they will help ease the pain of her passing on. Take care. David, Paulette, and family.
Trudy Raymond
December 27, 2016
Dear Amy and family,
This is such a sad time for you all. My heart goes out to you Amy as I know how important your mom was to you. I saw the wonderful care you took of your mom and always done with love. You are a true example of what a daughter should be. I will miss the tea towels your mother made each year. My love to you, Ken and the kids as well as your siblings and their families.
Wayne
December 27, 2016
Thank you for your service to our country such a long time ago.R.I.P.
Kathleen La Forest
December 27, 2016
Dear Amy and Family,
I was so sorry to hear the news about your mother(grandmother). I know that she has been a central figure in all of your lives and that it is a huge loss. Please accept my most sincere condolences. I am thinking about all of you during this very sad period of your lives.
Kathleen
Donna Maxwell
December 27, 2016
Dear Zoye, Bruce and family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
With sincere sympathy, Donna & Bill.
December 27, 2016
I was so fond of Mrs. Goble, and always looked forward to seeing her at so many highland dancing events and competitions - she supported the Celtic arts in a huge way and loved everything she attended. She will truly be missed.
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