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Joseph GAFFNEY Obituary
Bert passed peacefully on Wednesday January 29, 2014 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital. He was four days short of his 86th birthday. Born on February 2nd 1928 the family always found it easy to remember Bert's 'Groundhog Day' birth date. He will be sorely missed by Beryl (nee Clark) - his beloved wife of 61 years; his sons, Michael (Colla) of Nepean, Kenneth of Ottawa; his daughters Patti (Perry) of London, Gail Taylor (Nicholas) of Boulder CO and Alyson Gaffney- Dunlop (Blair) of Manotick. He will also be greatly missed by his ten grandchildren Emily, Samuel, MacKenzie, James, Lyndsey, Patrick, Colla Jane, Katie and the twins Stephanie and Cameron. Bert was predeceased by both parents, Cuthbert and Gertrude and his siblings; Michael (1944) Falaise, France; Mary Ginsburg of Ottawa; Gerald of Hamilton and Francis of Toronto. Bert had an eclectic work life starting with twenty years of service in the Royal Canadian Air Force followed by thirty years of serial entrepreneurship in several businesses including; real estate, hotels and many years the gas and convenience business. Bert's greatest role was said to be the quiet supporting companion of his politician wife Beryl, attending innumerable events, always smiling and friendly. "Not another chicken dinner", he would playfully say. Bert was an interesting character and the world will be a less interesting place without him. The big man will be missed. Friends may pay their respect at
Capital Funeral Home & Cemetery
3700 Prince of Wales Drive
613-692-1211
On Sunday, February 2, 2014 from 2:00-4:00pm and at 7:00pm, the Royal Canadian Legion of South Carleton (Branch 314) will perform a service. Visiting will continue until 9:00pm. A Mass of Christian Funeral will follow on Monday, February 3, 2014 at 10:00am at St. Monica's Roman Catholic Church. In memoriam donations to the Veterans Transition Program or the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation are appreciated. Donations and condolences can be left at www.capitalmemorial.ca
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Doug Ross
February 26, 2014
Dear Beryl and Family
Both Mary and I were saddened to hear of the recent passing of my old friend of almost 50 years. I hope you can find solace in the fact that this gentle giant was a warm, compassionate and loving man who doted on his family.
Doug Ross and Mary Trueman
February 5, 2014
Dear Beryl and family,
We wish to extend our sincerest sympathy in the passing of this wonderful man. He will be missed by so many but will be forever remembered with love. He was and is a great man.
Ernie and Margaret Lauzon
February 3, 2014
Beryl and family. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Heartfelt sympathy. ...always, Martin Taller and family.
Marie Olney
February 2, 2014
Dear Beryl,
I am so sorry to hear of Bert's passing. He was so a kind, warm, friendly man. May the many, many wonderful memories help bring you solace at this sad time.
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Stephan Klovan
February 2, 2014
Dear Beryl & Family: On Behalf of the entire Klovan Family (especially my parents Anne & Gus), please accept our deepest condolences on Bert's passing. With sympathy,
February 2, 2014
Dear Beryl and Family
My deepest sympathy for your loss of Mr Gaffney. I was just reflecting the other day on a time when we were kids and Alyson and I were making supper at your Cramer home and Mr. Gaffney was helping us. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at the most difficult time.
Melly (Mary Elin) Moore (Atkinson)
Mary & John Zwicker & family
February 2, 2014
Surprised by the news, please accept our sincerest condolences and the assurance of our prayers for the repose of your husband and Dad's soul. God Bless him and all of you.
Ann Clarke-Okah
February 2, 2014
Beryl:
So sorry to hear of Bert's passing. My thoughts are with you and your whole family. Look after yourself.
Ann
Gail Mulvagh
February 1, 2014
Beryl so sorry to hear of Bert's passing. My thoughts are with you. Reading of Bert's passing bought up good memories of working with you, and there was Bert always behind you with a smile on his face, and pride in his eyes. Take care of yourself. Gail Mulvagh
Gail Lambert
February 1, 2014
Michael and families, so sorry for your loss.
Ed and Gail Lambert.
Lynn and Brian Carson
February 1, 2014
Dear Beryl, our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the passing of Bert. Sincerely,
Grant Armstrong
February 1, 2014
Beryl and family. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Grant and Karen
Ken Bravo
February 1, 2014
Dear Mrs. Gaffney, Patti and the rest of the Gaffney family; I was deeply saddened to learn about Bert's passing. Although it's a long time ago now, I still have fond memories of the time when I was a frequent guest at the Gaffney household. Bert and you always made me feel welcome in your home and treated me with kindness. I am sorry for your loss and wish to send my sympathies and love at this time. Ken
Mary and Ron Pitt
February 1, 2014
Beryl: We extend our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rod Vanier Kathy Jones
February 1, 2014
Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Bert, who was a giant of a man in many ways, particularly in his devotion to his family. I am blessed, as were many, to have known him.
"What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us." -Helen Keller -
January 31, 2014
Dear Beryl & Family: I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Sinclair
Georgie and Bill Tupper
January 31, 2014
Beryl and Family
We are saddened to learn of Berts passing. He was a wonderful person, quiet in his own way, and a creative entrepreneur. We always valued the time we were privileged to spend with him. He was part of a great family.
Our condolences
Shelley & Karl
January 31, 2014
Beryl, Alyson, Blair, James, Lyndsey & all the other members of this wonderful family. We are so sorry to hear the news about Bert. Our condolences to you all. xoxo
Gail Brown
January 31, 2014
Beryl, my deepest sympathy with the loss of your life-partner, Bert a man I remember fondly who was a gentle giant in so many ways. Love,
Barbara Chapeski
January 31, 2014
Dear Mrs. Gaffney, Alyson and family please accept my deepest sympathies in the loss our your beloved husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Elaine Goetz and Family
January 31, 2014
Mrs. Gaffney, please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Mr. Gaffney and to the entire Gaffney family for the loss of your father and grandfather.
Kira Lavergne
January 31, 2014
Alyson, Blair, James & Lyndsey - Sincerest sympathies. xo
Debbie Nelson-McLaren
January 31, 2014
Dear Gail and Family,
I remember your Dad at your wedding and saw how proud he was of all of you. My deepest sympathies for your loss. Take strength in one another as the family he helped build. At this saddest of times grieve but know in your hearts that he will always be with you. My deepest condolences.
January 31, 2014
Beryl and family
Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of a fine man.
Merv and Mary Jo Beckstead
Fernandina Beach FL
Joyce Hebert
January 31, 2014
Alyson, Blair & family ... Our deepest sympathies in the loss of your Dad & grandfather.
Joyce & Ed Hebert
Edna and Darryl MacKenzie
January 31, 2014
Dear Beryl and Family: We are so saddened to hear of Bert's passing and are sending you our sincerest sympathies. He always was extremely friendly, kind and outgoing. As neighbours in Trend-Arlington he always had a smile and a cheerful "hello". A great loss to all.
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