James Orton

James Orton

James Orton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 2, 2010.
ORTON, James W. July 12, 1934 - February 25, 2010 After a brave battle against cancer James W. Orton quietly took his last breaths on February 25, 2010 at the Edmonton General Hospice at the age of 75, while holding his granddaughter Tamara's hand. Born in Hanna, Alberta, Jim grew up in Calgary, and lived a full and wonderful life as an Army reservist, eventually making his career in the oil industry in Kuwait and traveling the world. He retired to Spruce Grove, but remained a faithful Calgary Flames fan and loved cheering for Team Canada while enjoying his favourite beverage, Seagrams VO and Pepsi. Jim will be greatly missed by his brothers, Cecil (Darlene) and Harold (Marilyn); children, Harold, Terrie-Anne (Clarence) Baker and Darrell (Marlene); and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He goes on to be with his wife, Lorraine, who died in 1993; his parents, Lottie and Thomas; brother, Harvey; son, Terry; and best friend, Hamad al-Hamad. Interment will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Holy Cross Cemetery, 14611 Mark Messier Trail, Edmonton and a Celebration of Life will take place between 10:00 a.m. and noon on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at St. Albert Funeral Home, 9 Muir Drive, St. Albert. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation made to the Canadian Cancer Society of Alberta, 200 - 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5, or to the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre, 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T5K 0L4. To send condolences, please go to www.connelly-mckinley.com Connelly-McKinley Funeral Homes St. Albert Funeral Home 780-458-2222 Over 100 Years of Service

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March 4, 2010

Hello grandpa,I know that it has only been 24 hours since i last wrote,but you will always be on my mind and forever in our hearts..ur little stinker serenity say's hello and that she misses you like crazy!We had alot of good times and alot of laughs,and just all the great words of wisdom that you told me,i still and always will carry on and i will pass them down to the kids as they get older.One thing that i do know that is that,I carry on strong like you and my dad are!And never let anything get in the way! good night love you forever and always..ur grand daughter of many, Penny marie

penny orton

March 3, 2010

Dear grandpa.
I know that it is apart of life that someday the good man above calls us all home! But i Can not forgot the goodness and ALL the things that u have brought into my life!All the words of wisdom that you always told me!Today while serenity was on her way to school,she said that,she knows that you are watching us all! :)

lots of love: penny,serenity and tristan orton

Karissa Sparling

March 3, 2010

Sending you thoughts of courage and strength Tamara. Youve done a remarkable thing being there for your Grandpa through his most difficult hours. It says a lot about you the compassion and effort you displayed. Peace :)

Redge & Judy Teague

March 2, 2010

Dear Kerri , We are sad to hear of your dear Grandfathers passing ,as we know what a wonderful Grandfather he was to you .
Were sure that you have many wonderful memories of the time you spent together over the years . May he rest in peace !
Uncle Redge & Aunty Judy Teague .
Puerto Vallarta , Mexico

Kass Morin

March 2, 2010

Losing a loved one is never easy, here's to leaning on your family for support. I am thinking of you in your time of loss.

March 2, 2010

Thanks for the thoughts Tom & Marilyn! This has been a truly difficult time but I've been lucky enough to have such an amazing support system in Denny, Elaine, Randy and Charlene. It took me 11 years but I realize now that they're my family. All the complete details about my granpa can be seen on my blog at http://MOMmagazine.blogspot.com

March 2, 2010

Tamara - so sorry for your loss. Cheers to you and him and the truly special relationship you had with him.
love
Laurel Crossley-Byers, Burlington, ON

Tom and Marilyn Plant

March 2, 2010

Tamara - sorry to learn of the loss of your grandfather - you will miss him we know - cherish the memories.

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