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Claire Isabel Dion

Claire Dion Obituary

DION Claire Isabel Dion, 87, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2006 at home in the arms of her loving daughter. A native of Ottawa, Canada, and an avid golfer, she took up residence in Jacksonville, FL in 1998 where she enjoyed chasing the little white ball around the local area golf courses with her daughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Al Dion of the famed Al Dion Orchestra. She is survived by her daughter, Janice D. Dion-Ratterree of the US Navy and her son James A. Dion of Kanada, Canada. She is also survived by other family members who will miss her warmth, love, smile and kindness. A memorial service is planned in Ottawa, Canada on December 19, 2006. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to Northeast Florida Community Hospice at 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Dec. 14 to Dec. 17, 2006.

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Jan, James and Mom at James house in Kanata 2004

March 8, 2007

Mom and Jan Goofing Off in Ottawa 2004

March 8, 2007

Mom at Surprise Dinner in Ottawa 2004

March 8, 2007

Mom at Christmas 2005

March 8, 2007

J. R. Navigator

December 27, 2006

We were sadden to hear of your loss when Fred told us. We will keep you in our thoughts. Crew of Navigator

Cathy Burke

December 23, 2006

Janice,

I'm very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Your NC friends will keep you and your Mom in their thoughts and prayers.

Steven & Cheryl Tindell

December 21, 2006

Jan,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom. Our thought and prayers are with you. Cheryl and I are here for you should you ever need us.
Friends Steven and Cheryl Tindell

Ernie, Jill & Don Ferne

December 19, 2006

Jan,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Claire last week. We all remember with great fondness how much she enjoyed the game of golf, especially here at Manderley. Her legacy is that she gave to the game more than she received.

ALLAN SISSON AND FAMILY

December 18, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ava Ward

December 17, 2006

Janice - Pls accept my deepest sympathy. I had great times in brownies with your mom.

Ava (Finkelstein) Ward

Nancy Rennick-Slater

December 17, 2006

Like so many others, I too will think of Aunt Claire, and smile. Janice, Jimmy I'm so sorry for you.

FLOWERS FOR HER

December 16, 2006

Audrey and Kay (Alexander and Greatens)

December 15, 2006

Jan & Jim-Audrey and I want to express our grief at the loss of your Mom. We both will cherish her memory.We had so many fun times with you & your Dad & Mom.You blessed them when you joined their family . God's blessings to you both.

Audrey Alexander and Kay Greatens

December 15, 2006

Dear Jan and Jim-Audrey and Kay will always cherish our wonderful memories of our trips to Florida. We had so many laughs and good times with you all. Your Dad and Mom were so happy when you joined their family. You blessed their lives in so many ways. Love to you both Aunt Kay

Joseph Ratterree

December 15, 2006

Jan,
Your mom will be greatly missed by you and all her family and friends. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. We all love you very much and always remember LIVE STRONG.
Love,
Joey And The Ratterree Family

Fred Wayne Ratterree

December 15, 2006

Jan, your mother will be sorely missed by all who knew her. I am sorry that I couldn't do more for you at this time. You will stay in my prayers and be a friend forever.
Wayne

Donald Bigelow

December 15, 2006

Janice and Jim - Sorry to read of your mother passing,she and your father were great neighbours.

Helen Tod

December 15, 2006

Dear Janice, James & Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Claire was a most wonderful lady and spread her thoughtfullness, laughter, and concern for you around her. We had many wonderful moments from Brownie Times to golfing buddies. She will be sorely missed.
Sincerely,
Helen & David Tod

Patrick & Patricia Moore

December 15, 2006

James, Janice and Family;

It is with great sorrow that I learned today of your mother's passing. She was a wonderful lady who influenced me for years after having known her and Al those many years ago at Manderley.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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