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Lally LALONDE Obituary
On Sunday, June 17th 2012, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of 56 years of Marjory, dear father of Tracey Lalonde and Tina Klassen (Chris), loved Pa of Matthew and Jessica Klassen. He is also survived by his brother Norman. Lally had a wonderful sports career having played football, hockey, lacrosse and softball. He was inducted into the Ottawa Sports Hall of fame in 1983, and in the Gloucester Sports Wall of Fame in 1987. At his request there will be no visitation. A private family service will be held. The family would like to thank the staff of G1N at the Pearly and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre for their excellent care, support and compassion and would ask that those who wish, make a donation in Lally's memory , to the Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre, 1750 Russell Road, Ottawa, K2G 5Z6.
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Dan Dever
July 12, 2012
To the Lalonde family,
Lally was honest, fair, had a great sense of humour, could tell a story, was passionate, sensitive, giving, soft, tough, straightforward, proud, and occasionally repentant when he saw he might have been wrong, and he had a strong sense of loyalty (family).
Most people might have two or three of these traits. Lally possessed them all. Everyone who knew him realizes this man was special.
Dan Dever Riders 1968-73.
June 26, 2012
Dear Tina,
Receive my sincere condolences for the passing of your dear father.
Vilma Izaguirre
June 26, 2012
Dear Tina,
Receive my sincere condolences for the passing of your dear father.
Vilma Izaguirre
Donald (Ducky) Cardiff
June 25, 2012
To The Lalonde Family
Sorry To Here Of Lally's Passing Will Always Remenber The Year At canada Post And All The QB Clubs.
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Ted Smale
June 23, 2012
Sorry we were away when he passed. He always was a fun man to be around - stories abounded. Thanks for sharing him with us. Ted Smale, Ottawa Rough Riders, 1956-62
June 20, 2012
Mrs.Lalonde and family,
Echoing what Dave Hunt has said, Lally always made the game of hockey exciting.
I used to keep my mask on between periods for fear Lally didn't like my play in that game! He had a very effective way of making you play a little harder next period.
He was great man who taught me a lot about the game on and off the ice.
He will be missed but never forgotten.
~RIP Lally~
Wayne Hughes
Hull Beavers 68-69
June 20, 2012
Marg and family
Please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of Lally. I played lacrosse with him and he was quite a complete athleteé
Dennis and Lise Dagenais
Ron Stewart
June 20, 2012
So sorry to hear of Lally's passing - he was a good guy, a great football player, and a good friend.
Roger Bishop
June 20, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Lally's family. I had the pleasure of working with Lally at the Post Office. He was a great man. Very well liked. Rest in Peace Lally
Gordon Lundy
June 20, 2012
Lally was one of a kind. You never new what to expect next, he was always exciting and fun. Trips to Lake Placid and going down the Bob-Sled run with him, winning the Citizen Shield (Hockey) in Cornwall, ON are things I will never forget. R.I.P. Lally
Michelle Despard
June 20, 2012
My father, Roger Despard, and Lally have been friends for as long as I can remember - my sympathies to you and your family.
raymond leclair
June 20, 2012
sorry to hear that lally as passed away..once played lacrosse with him in ottawa .. ray (moe] leclair..losirs st: anne's...
June 20, 2012
Dear Mrs. Lalonde,
Our deepest condolences. Both my brother and dad knew him. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Mike & Lynda Sally
Dave Hunt
June 20, 2012
Dear Tina,
My condolences to you, your mother and sister on the passing of Lally. He was a terrific guy and a great coach. Played for Lally in Hul 68-69 when the famous pull-a-goalie play took place. As a player it was exciting because we had no idea what was coming. We did it numerous times that Spring and it worked every time. Years later, I would run in to him occasionally and we always talked about that year and he wanted an update on what was happening and if I had been in contact with any other players on that team. He will be missed!!
Sincerely,
Dave Hunt Oakville, ON
Hul Beaver 68-69
Nicole Lalonde (Potvin)
June 20, 2012
My deepest condolences to the family on the passing of a great man. My father (Aurele Potvin) played many sports with Lally back in Lowertown and often regaled us with many wonderful stories, particularly of his fierce loyalty to his team-mates. Dad told us Lally would always rush to the defence of anyone who was being bullied or picked on. Dad passed away from Alzheimer's a few years ago but would still share many “Lally” stories in his final years.
He always had a very special place in our family's heart. May you find courage and peace knowing how much he was admired.
Bruce Walker
June 20, 2012
I'm very sorry to hear about Lally's passing as he was such a good man.My heart goes out to the family. I remember doing one of my first quaterback clubs with Lally in 1979 over in Hull and wow what an introduction. He was hilarious, respectful, honest, enjoyed what he was doing and very knowledgeable about sports having excelled in so many himself. What I do remember most as that as a member of the media he always had the players back which I always admired. May he rest in peace and thank you for serving in our military.
June 20, 2012
Dear Tina,
My sincere condolences to you and all your family. We had so much fun playing ball together as kids, and I know your dad was a big reason why you were such a great player - best catcher ever. It was nice seeing you a few years ago at your daughter's basketball game. She's quite the athlete as well. I'm sure her grandpa was very proud. Maribeth
David Campbell
June 19, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Lally for many years. His stories and adventures were priceless.Great colleague and gentlemen. Sorry for your loss.
Joyce Miller
June 19, 2012
Dear Mrs. Lalonde,
My thoughts & prayers are with you. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Ray Kouri
June 19, 2012
Dear Marjory & Family:
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Lally.It was a great and enjoyable experience playing football with him in Cornwall in 1960 plus the drives back and forth. He was a true gentleman and great athlete that I had never forgot.
DONNA VAUGHAN
June 19, 2012
What great memories I have of Lally, Marge and my Mom and Dad on St. Ann St. and then again when Dave and I lived next door on Beaverpond. Lally was always bigger than life itself. My heart goes out to Marge and the family. I think of you all, often.
Andre Spenard
June 19, 2012
Being from St Anne Parish I had the wonderful priviledge of watching Lally playing lacrosse, football etc. when he was in his prime. What an inspiration he was to us young kids from Brefeuf School. My sincere sympathies to each member of his family.
Harold Sheehan
June 19, 2012
I never knew Mr. Lally Lalonde, but 2 of my brothers did,Jack and Charlie, and had/have find memories of him----I write for them----May he rest in peace---I'm told he was a fine guy---and was always told that.
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