J. Howard Gaul

J. Howard Gaul

J. Gaul Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 2 to Jun. 4, 2011.
GAUL, J. Howard Former General Manager of The Ottawa Citizen It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Howard on Tuesday, May 31st, 2011 at age 81. He left this world as he lived, with grace, dignity and his loving wife and family by his side. Dear son of the late Howard Walter and Muriel Gaul. Beloved husband of Eileen nee McLellan, cherished father of Susan Hamel (Bob), Howard , Joanne Killingsworth (Gordon), Lesley Bertrand (Carl), Jennifer Bohan (Mark). Adoring grandfather to: Meagan Mahoney - nee Hamel (Doug), Christie Hamel, Gordon Killingsworth (Catherine), Brian Killingsworth (Keira), Steven Killingsworth, Justin Perks, Connor Perks, Lindsay Perks, Olivia Bertrand, Nicholas and Everett Bohan and great grandchildren Grace and Jack Mahoney. Howard enjoyed a long and successful career in the newspaper industry starting at The Ottawa Citizen in 1946. In 1962 he moved his wife and family to Montreal where he commenced his duties as a National Salesman with the Southam office. Nineteen sixty seven saw him happily back at a city newspaper as Advertising Director for the Brandon Sun in Brandon Manitoba. In 1970 he returned to Montreal to Manage the National Sales office of Southam. In 1975 he was promoted to Sales Manager and moved with Eileen and the family to Toronto. In 1978 his career had come full circle and he was back at the Ottawa Citizen as General Manager and Assistant to the Publisher. From 1983 through 1990 he was Publisher at the Brantford Expositor in Brantford Ontario. He left the working world in 1990 and he and Eileen enjoyed a long and fulfilling retirement, taking up residence just outside Ottawa. Special thanks to the staff at Granite Ridge for their wonderful care and compassion. Donations to Roger's House or CHEO in Howard's name would be gratefully appreciated. Visitation at Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata, Friday, June 3rd 2-5 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, June 4th at 11:00 AM at Holy Redeemer Church, 44 Rothesay Drive, Kanata. Online condolences accepted at www.kellyfh.ca Always in our hearts and forever missed.

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June 17, 2011

Hi Eileen, so sorry to hear of Howard's passing. A great guy and so many memories of our days in the Toronto Office. Keep well and God bless, Dave Beckett

June 4, 2011

Elieen and Family
My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of Howard. I had the pleasure to meet all your family and got to hear of the wonderful memories that you will be able to cherish. God Bless and take care
Helen Johnston

June 4, 2011

To Howard's Family.

Our condolences to you all. Howard was next door to our Mother at Granite Ridge (Claudette Donahue) and Mom passed away on June 1st at 6:00am. We share your pain this week.

Take comfort in all your family and friends.

The Donahue Family

David Hislop

June 4, 2011

Mark, I was sorry to hear of your father-in-law's passing. You always spoke so highly of him. My condolenses to Jennifer and your family. Cherish the happy memories you had with him.

David and Gail Hislop, Brantford, ON

Micheline & Ernie Hobbs

June 4, 2011

Dear Lesley,
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We know how much you loved him. We are thinking of you and your family.
We send you our condolences and love.

June 3, 2011

Dear Eileen,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Helen Reed MacFarlane

Natalia Popowych

June 2, 2011

Jenn, how many times have you spoken so fondly about your father in the years I've known you. All daughters should be so fortunate to have such a wonderful relationship with their father. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your mom and your family at this difficult time. I hope that all the loving memories you have of him will help you celebrate the life he lead and the outstanding legacy he leaves behind. Much love.

John & Helen Baldock

June 2, 2011

To Eileen and Family,
It was with sadness that Helen & I read about Howie's death. Our deepest sympathy,

Nancy Campbell

June 2, 2011

Dear Eileen and Family
Howard was a great guy who always took the time to help others and say hi to everyone. He was a true gentleman who never fogot his roots the Citizen and other papers were a better place because of Howard.

Rest in peace Howard you will be missed

Pat & Bill Moffat

June 2, 2011

Bob & Susan,

We are very saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you and your families.

Gina Parkhouse

June 2, 2011

Susan, Bob, Jennifer and families, my sincere condolences at this difficult time. Big huggs to you all

Louise Beckinsale

June 2, 2011

To Susan, Bob and your families - we are sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Louise and Bob

Gloria/Paul Coleman

June 2, 2011

Susan/Bob and family
Our prayers are with all of you during this very trying time.My father Don worked with Howard for many years at the Citizen.I remember once our family visited Eileen, Howard and the kids and I traded my cowboy boots for a winter jacket. I guess that's how things worked back in the old days.When I was with Howard at the Citizen he always treated me and the rest of the staff with such respect.He was such a gentelman.He will continue to look after all of us as the lord will look after him.

Maggie

June 2, 2011

Justin, Connor, Jenn, Mark, Lindsay, Nick, and Everett,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so honoured to have met Poppa and remember him always with a smile on my face. My family and I send our sincerest condolences at this time.
Love Maggie

Your Humber Family

June 2, 2011

Dear Justin and Family,

We are so deeply sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. The love and respect with which you spoke to us about your Grandfather speaks to what an amazing man he was. Please accept our sincerest condolences.

Stacy Chen

June 2, 2011

I am so sorry for your lost and our thoughts are with you. My condolences.

Stacy, Jim and Colton

June 2, 2011

Dear Eileen and Family
Sorry to read of your loss. Brings back memories of our curling days in Montreal. (DDO) Howard was a great guy. Love and prayers go out to you all. Al and Joanne Grady, Kingston, ON

Greg Grimes

June 2, 2011

Auntie Eileen and Family,
I was saddened to hear of Uncle Howie's passing. Please accept my most sincere condolences.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tara Hay

June 2, 2011

Jen, Mark and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Hold tight to the good memories you have of him as a father, grandfather, husband and friend.
Please accept my sympathies. God bless you all.

June 2, 2011

Hi Joanne,

I was so sorry to hear about your Dad and wanted to let you know you are in my prayers. May his wonderful memories live in your hearts forever. God Bless.

Betty Lou
Sears Canada

Denis & Linda Baron

June 2, 2011

Jennifer,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Please accept our deepest sympathies...

Rita Laurendeau

June 2, 2011

To Susan and Bob: Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dear father. We will keep you in our prayers. You can be proud of the distinguished and dedicated life he led, and take comfort from a lifetime of wonderful memories, knowing that he is at peace at last.
Rita & Jean Laurendeau

E. Ferreira

June 2, 2011

Jenn, Mark and family, Your are in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere condolences.

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