Born June 4, 1930 in Moravska Nova Ves, Czech Republic. passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness January 29, 2003 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He is mourned by his wife Toni (M.A.) Vrana nee Ross, his children Anna M. Vrana-Godwin, Ivan Ross Vrana and grandchildren Anicka and Ross, as well as his brother Milan Vrana of King City, Ontario. As a tribute to Ivan the family requests donations to the Oncology Fund, c/o the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, 737 Parkdale Avenue, 1st floor, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1Y 1J8 in lieu of flowers. We are truly grateful to the Special Oncology Team of 5 East at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus for their outstanding care and compassion. The family will receive friends at 206 Fifth Avenue, Ottawa between 2 & 5 p.m. Sunday, February 2, 2003
Elinor Grace Welsh (nee Mowry)
July 26, 1916 - February 4, 2003.
Grace died peacefully at the General Hospital. She is survived by her husband William Welsh, her brother the Reverend Father Richard Mowry, T.S.F., her children Norman (Carole), Gilbert (Patricia), Bill (Beverly), Gordon, Miriam (Carl) and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her infant daughter Gwendolyn and grandson Jeffery. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Friday, February 14, 2003 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Church Of The Ascension, 253 Echo Drive on Saturday, February 15 at 2:30 p.m. Donations to the Humane Society, 101 Champagne Avenue, Ottawa K1S 4P3 would be appreciated. Flower fades- Petals fall. They rise again- A butterfly.
Miles (Mike) Wisenthal - 02/01/2003
In Ottawa, on February 1st, 2003, in his 90th year, peacefully, after a long and full life. He will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 67 years, Dorothy (nee Rosenbloom); his two sons and their wives, Jonathan (Christine) and David (Brenda); his four grandchildren Stephen (Jenny), Rosalind (Matt) Lucas and Joshua, and his four great grandchildren, Theo, Archie, Amanda and Duncan. He is survived by his sister Rose Wisenthal Weiner and predeceased by his brother Hyman and his sister Florence. He is fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, friends and colleagues. He was highly respected in the many segments of his career: as a businessman, as a soldier, as an academic, as a civil servant, and as a consultant to the federal government. A funeral service will be held at The Jewish Memorial Chapel, 1771 Cuba Ave, Ottawa on Tues Feb 4 2003 at 10.00 a.m. Interment following in Montreal at Mount Royal cemetery (Temple Emanu-El section) at 2:00 p.m. Shiva Private. Arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, Ottawa (613)233-1143, Toll Free 1(888)539-9642.
Atkins, Gladys Marie ( nee Brisbois )
Suddenly and at peace on Friday, April 11, 2003. Beloved wife of the late Lindsay Atkins and much loved mother of Karen Richardson, Diane McCoy (Jack), Sandra Atkins and Trish Binette (Luc). Adoring grandmother of Catherine, Ryan, Jesse, Nicholas, Michelle, Stephanie and great-grandmother of Alexandria, Taylor and Anthony. Loving sister of Mae Pollex, Roy, Francis and Thomas Brisbois, Margaret Dick and Gertrude Simser. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway, on Sunday and Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Patrick's Basilica, Kent St., on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 10 a.m. Monsignor Robert Martineau officiating. Special thanks to Irene and the staff of the Ottawa General Hospital. For those wishing, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
Donald W. (Don) Baldock
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Peacefully in hospital on Sunday, April 13, 2003, in his 80th year, after a courageous battle with cancer. Son of the late John W. and Emma (Ames) Baldock. He is survived by two sons, Robert (Helen) and Gordon (Diane), both of Ottawa. Also survived by two sisters, Wanda (Jim) Osborne of Vancouver and Maxine (Lloyd) Boivin of Lac Brome, Quebec, as well as many nieces and nephews. Don will be sadly missed by his dear friends, Jim and Bernice McFarland and Gord Dixon. In 1941, he graduated from the University of Winnipeg with a Bachelor degree in Science and Civil Engineering. He was President and Owner of Baldock Engineering & Construction Limited for many years. Don was Past President and a life member of the Ottawa Construction Association and Past President of Construction Safety Association of Ontario. He was a member of Dalhousie Lodge A.F. & A.M. No.52 G.R.C. in Ottawa, Ontario and 48 years at Pembroke Lodge A.F. & A.M. No.128 G.R.C. (Ottawa District 2). Special thanks to the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Dr. Cohen and his team for the outstanding care. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Ave. at Richmond Rd. on Wednesday, April 16, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. A reception will follow. Those wishing to make memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
George Andrew Burgess - 04/09/2003
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Peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2003, after a lengthy illness, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee Cleary). Only son of the late George M. Burgess and Rose Hanlon. He served in the Navy from 1941-1946 and then the Public Service until retirement. By request, there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry.
Clow, Nancy Ann (nee Mitchell)
Peacefully at the Elisabeth Bruyere Pavilion on Thursday, April 17, 2003 in her 62nd year. Predeceased by her loving husband Marvin David, her daughter Corrie and her son Donald. Dearly missed by her brothers and sisters, Peter(Eileen), Jim(Valerie), the late David Clow and Jane(Thomas Flemming). Fondly remembered by her sons David (Lynda) and Michael(Kelsey). Cherished grandmother to Ashley, Justin, Jeffrey, Cory and little Ashley. She will be dearly missed by her many friends. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Sunday, April 20, 2003 from 2 p.m. until service in the chapel at 3 p.m.. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society will be appreciated by the family.
Kenneth Cook - 04/11/2003
Kenneth joins Ruth, his loving wife of over 50 years, who predeceased him in 1995. Ken peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2003 aged 90 years. He leaves a sister Dorothy Ryerson. His brother Don predeceased him in 2001. Survived by his son Wayne, daughter Sandra (Randy) and Linda (Gerry). As well, he leaves wonderful grandchildren who will miss his quick wit, wonderful stories and "snappy" blue eyes - Tammy (Shannon), Trevor (Diana), Steven, TracyLyn and Jenny. The family wish to thank the staff at Steff-Kim Lodge as well as Bill and Norma Kerr for the love and support they have shown the family. Arrangements in care of the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #33, 59 Bancroft Street, Aylmer, Quebec on Saturday, April 12 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Rose (nee Rotar) Deslauriers
In Ottawa on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Legault Deslauriers. Loving mother of Marilyn Deslauries and Judy Gauvreau. Mother-in-law of Terry Murphy and Roméo Gauvreau. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Mark, Luke (Gale), Peter and Maura Murphy; Grant and Craig Cowan and her great grandchildren Kristine, Jessica, Gregory, Tracey, Samantha and Matthew. Dear sister of John (Marlon) and Mary (Jack). Predeceased by 1 sister and 3 brothers; William (Margaret), Alex (Ollie), Victoria (Walter) and James (Doreen). Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry 1200 Ogilvie road at Aviation parkway on Good Friday, April 18, 2003 from 7-9pm. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 11am. Interment Beechwood cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions to your favorite charity would be appreciated by the family. Special thanks to the staff at the Ottawa Hospital-Civic Campus for their care and compassion.
Douglas, Irene Gertrude (nee Prowten)
Peacefully in hospital after a lengthy illness, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Hubert Douglas and dear mother of David( Valerie), Wayne(Line), and the late Roy and Russell Douglas. Loving grandmother of Claire Prevost (Calvin), Jennifer, Christopher, Brian, Kimberly and great-grandmother of Jonathan, Russell and Madelyn.. Sister of the late Lillian Ralph, Muriel Deavey and Winnifred Gervan. Friends may visit at the Memorial Funeral Home of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 584 Somerset Street West (at Percy) on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 from 7 to 9p.m. Service at the Funeral Home on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. For those wishing, donations may be made to St. Vincent Hospital Building Fund.
Harry Drury - 04/10/2003
Quietly, at his home, on Tuesday, April 8, 2003 at the age of 62. Beloved son of the late David and Betty Drury. Dear brother of Fran Cutler (Maurice) and Lisa Woolnough (Peter). Beloved uncle of Fred, David, Drury, Philip and Owen. The Funeral Service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street, on Friday, April 11, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind would be appreciated by the family.
Peter John Edward Glynn - 04/13/2003
Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus on Friday, April 11, 2003 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of the late Ninan (nee Knudsen). Dear father of John (Anneke) and Peter (Marilyn and daughter Isis). Dear brother of Ursula Angus (John) of London, England and the late Hubert Glynn (Agnes) of Vancouver. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Cousin of Klaus Gottstein, Ulli Gottstein and Annelise Federschmidt. He and his family left Germany in the 1930's, and settled in Norway. During the German invasion of 1940, he led his mother, brother and sister in a courageous month-long escape through the mountains of Norway culminating in their evacuation on the last British naval vessel to leave southern Norway. As a result of the support they received from Norwegians, he had a lifelong respect and affection for the Norwegian people. He and his brother joined the British Army, in which they served for the duration of the war. He married Ninan in 1946, and his fifty year marriage to her was one of deep love and affection. They moved to Canada in 1952, where he made significant contributions to the study of curl during his subsequent career in paper research. He was an avid cross-country skier, and took a great interest in the Arctic, travel and nature. At the age of 83, he fulfilled his life-long ambition of visiting the Everest basecamp and Rongbuk Monastery in Tibet. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry 315 McLeod Street, on Monday April 14, 2003 from 7-9 p.m.. The funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday April 15th, 2003 at 2 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Nature Conservancy Canada, or to the Ottawa Humane Society would be appreciated by the family.
Joseph Marcel Gorley - 04/05/2003
At his home on Tuesday, April 1, 2003 at the age of 74. Dearly beloved husband of the late Jeannine Turpin. Dear father of André (Sylvie Fournier), Michel (Nicole Marier), Diane (Aurcle St-Jean), Robert (Danielle Larabie), Paul (Elaine Chénier), Nicole (Alain Pagé and the late Byron LeSeelleur). Also loved by his 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Armand, Liliane, Jean, Guy, Gérard, Pierre, Françoise, Aline and Maurice. Predeceased by brother Rhéal and 2 sisters Lucille and Madeleine. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. The Funeral Mass will be held at St-Sébastien Roman Catholic Church, 1000 Frances Street, Ottawa on Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 11:00am. Arrangements in care of the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family.
Dorothy (nee Cubbon) Haley - 04/17/2003
Quietly in her 85th year on Tuesday April 15th, 2003. Beloved wife of the late Fred. Loving mother of Dianne (Ted) of Calgary, John (Cecile) of Oshawa and Alan (Donna) of Parry Sound. Devoted grandmother of Rhonda, Sheryl, Nicholas, Jonathan and Mathieu Haley. Dear sister of Peggy Allen, Barbara Liddiard, John Cubbon. And Bill Cubbon. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Saturday April 19th, 2003 after 2:00pm until service time in the Chapel at 4:00pm. A reception will follow. Memorial donations to The Olde Forge Community Resource Center or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Saul Hersh - 04/17/2003
Peacefully in hospital on Passover, on Thursday, April 17, 2003, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Etta and dear father of Barry (Brenda) and Rona Schaenfield (David). Loving grandfather of Brett and Hillary Schaenfield. Funeral Service will be held at the Jewish Memorial Chapel, 1771 Cuba Avenue on Sunday, April 20, 2003 (time to be confirmed). Interment Jewish Community cemetery , Bank Street. For further information please call the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry at 233-1143.
Dr. Wilfred Hook - 04/11/2003
passed away peacefully on April 8, 2003 at the age of 85. Survived by his two daughters, Margaret Dale and Rosemary Cochrane, both of Woodstock. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Friday, April 11, 2003 from 1pm until Service time in the Chapel at 3pm.
Mary Osborne Howie - 04/13/2003
After a lengthy illness, passed away peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Thursday, April 10, 2003, age 75 years. Beloved wife of the late Albert Howie. Loving mother of David (Wendy) and Graham (Jackie). Cherished grandma of Benjamin, Allison, Esther and Daniel. A special thank you to the staff of the Queensway Carleton Hospital and neighbours for their care and compassion. Friends may attend a Celebration of Mary's Life at the Memorial Funeral Home, 584 Somerset Street West on Monday, April 14, 2003 at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, April 15, 2003, 2 weeks shy of his 89th birthday. Beloved husband of the late Elleen Mahon and brother of the late Jean Robillard (Rock). Son of the late Angus and Sarah Kippin. Uncle Kip is survived by several relatives in Elleen's family, including his sister-in-law Mildred Mahon. He was much loved, appreciated and respected by his 3 nieces, Wendy McKinnon (Al), Patty Jeffrey (David) Nancy Du Vall (Joe) and their children/ Any, Casey, Katie, Maggie, Brendan and Rebecca. Kip will be missed by fellow members of the Ottawa Hunt Club and the former Laurentian Club. He was proudly able to live independently until several days ago. Subsequently, he received the best of care by compassionate staff and nurses, at both the Empress in Kanata and the Queensway Carleton Hospital. A close friend and avid fellow skier, Fr. Tom Kelly once wrote to Kip and included in his letter a poem entitled 'Mountain Top Men's Vision'. Like the Alpine Guide and avid skier, great men would have as their epitaph 'He died climbing'. This would certainly hold true of Uncle Kip during his final days. Friends may attend a Memorial Service at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 315 McLeod Street, Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 7 p.m., followed by a reception in the McGarry Family Reception Centre. Friends desiring to make a memorial contribution may do so to the C.N.I.B. or St. Brigid's Summer camp, 2339 Ogilvie Road, P.O. Box 46129, Ottawa, Ontario, K1J 9M7
Stella Kofsky - 04/12/2003
At the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Saturday, April 12, 2003 in her 92nd year. Predeceased by her husband Morris. Loving mother of Harry. Cherished grandmother of Sandra(Boris), Michael(Marcy) and Jeffrey(Elizabeth). Great-grandmother of 7. Funeral Arrangements to be completed. For further information, please contact the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry 613-233-1143.
Louise (née Legault) Lapensée
passed away in Ottawa on April 6, 2003. Dear wife of Robert Lapensée, daughter of the late Philippe Legault and the late Rose Boileau. She will be sadly missed by her children Luc (Elizabeth), Martine (Oscar), Marc (Francine), Isabelle (Denis), her grandchildren Kyle, Matthew, Sophie, Kurt, Alexandre, Caroline, Philippe and Karyne, her brothers Jean-Jacques (Denise) and François (Micheline). A special thank you to Dr. W. Winzer, Dr. A. Haq, and Dr. Louise Coulombe, and her sister-in-law in particular, Denise Legault, for her loving care given to Louise. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway, on Friday April 11 from 2 to 4 and 7-9 p.m. and Saturday April 12 from 9 to 10am. A Funeral Mass will be held at Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes-de-Vanier, 435 Montreal Road, on Saturday April 12, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. In her memory donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Thomas Albert Lockwood - 04/13/2003
Peacefully at West End Villa on Saturday, April 12, 2003 aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Josie Lockwood and dear father of Brenda Larocque (Yvon). Loving grandfather of Brad (Jennifer), Marie, Cindy and Renee. He is also survived by a sister Jean Croszier of Renfrew and a brother Earl Lockwood (Lillian) of Stittsville. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Sunday, April 13, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 500 Viewmount Drive, on Monday at 11 a.m. Interment Union cemetery , Cobden, Ontario in the spring. For those wishing, donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated
Alfred J. Mallon - 04/14/2003
In hospital, Monday, April 14, 2003 Alfred Joseph Mallon, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Maud (nee Avery). Dear father of Brian (Pam) and Brenda (Edward Cornish). Loving grandfather of Jamie. Dear brother of Ed (Ethel), Hazel (Jack Graham) and Lorne (Jean) and predeceased by his brother Johnny and his sister-in-law Eleanor. Dear brother-in-law of Eddie Nunn, Sally Ann Avery and Barbara Avery. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry 315 McLeod Street, Ottawa on Wednesday, April 16 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service to be held at St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church, 125 MacKay Street, Ottawaon Thursday April 17, 2003 at 11am. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 403-1355 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K1H 8K7 would be appreciated.
William James Marsh - 04/16/2003
Colonel (Retired) GM CD
At his home in Ottawa, on Wednesday 16 April, 2003, at age 74. Son of the late Walter Leonard Marsh and Clara Elizabeth Marsh. Bill is survived by his wife Margaret Ann Marsh, his son John David Marsh, and his sister Mary Elizabeth Tarbet. He will be missed by his friends and fellow members of the Royal Canadian Air Force, especially the Sabre Pilots Association and Alumni of Royal Roads and the Royal Military College. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway, on Monday, April 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, April 22 at 2 p.m. A reception will follow. Interment Beechwood cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, the family would appreciate donations made in Bill's memory to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
