Suddenly at Longfield Manor, on Monday, February 24, 2003 aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Alex McCurdie. Loving mother of Sheila Walker and Ian McCurdie (Sheila). She will be sadly missed by grandchildren Glen McCurdie (Julie), Greg McCurdie (Tricia), Sandra and Scott Walker and her great grandchildren Carter, Cailey, Alexandra, Andrea, Melissa and Matthew, who referred to her as "Great Nan". A Memorial Service will be held at the Manotick United Church, 5567 Main Street, on Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 11am. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
James Kelvin McDonald - 04/09/2003
The death is announced (5 April 2003) of James Kelvin McDonald (76) of Rockland (Ottawa), and previously for forty years of Kingston and Hartington. For 37 years a professor in the Spanish and Italian department at Queen's University, he was a committed internationalist. This passion was particularly appreciated by later generations of students through his devotion to La Casa, an on-campus house for undergraduate and graduate students in Spanish. Although he was active for many years in the NDP, his single greatest significant achievement was his chairmanship in the 1960s of the Grand Campaign, a successful but by no mean easy fund-raising drive to save The Grand Theatre from destruction. Subsequent generations of Kingston area talent, as well as a host of international stars who have since played The Grand, have every reason to celebrate the achievement of James McDonald and the large committee of concerned citizens he mustered and led. James is remembered and celebrated by his loving wife Luella, and by his six children and their families: son Tam and his partner, Bernice Kaplan, of London England; son Piers and his wife Ofelia, grandson Ewan and granddaughters Lara and Vanessa, of the Yukon; daughter Megan and her husband Brent Slobodin, and grandsons Conal and Kieran, of the Yukon; daughter Moira and her partner Andrew Snow, of Ottawa; and daughter Jane and son Simon, both of Ottawa. A public Memorial Service will be held at the Morgan Memorial Chapel at the Theological College at Queen's University, at 2 p.m. on Friday April 11. Flowers can be sent ahead of time to the chapel, or donations made to the Grand Restoration Project, 218 Princess Street, K7L 1B2. Messages of condolence can be addressed to the website of the Ottawa funeral home, where cremation has already taken place. James McDonald's ashes will rest in Cataraqui cemetery , where a private family service will be held. Further private remembrances will be held on the land he loved for more than a quarter of a century in Hartington; in West Vancouver, where he grew up; and in the ancient home of his fathers, on the Isle of Skye.
Mercedes Caroline Marie McNeil
(nee Pratt)
Peacefully at Elisabeth Bruyere Health Care Centre on Monday, April 14, 2003 at the age of 83. Survived by her loving husband Peter Ross and three children Thomas Ross, Sharron Josephine (Mitchell) and Judith Anne (Hyde). Sadly missed by her six grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. In keeping with her request there will be no funeral service prior to cremation and eventual interment at Windsor, Ontario. In memoriam donations to the Palliative Care Unit of the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre would be appreciated in lieu of flowers. Family extends a special thank you to Dr. Allard and the nursing team for their dedicated, compassionate caregiving during this difficult time.
Edna Daisy Perkins - 04/11/2003
Retired Canadian Bank Note
Peacefully in hospital on Wednesday, April 9, 2003, at age 85 years. Daughter of the late William and Louisa Perkins (nee Cole). Loving sister of Donald (Pacita Acosta) and the late Violet Donoghue. Dear aunt of Thelma Hogan (Ed), Stephen Donoghue (Jean), Gale Lutes, Diane Perkins and Douglas Perkins (Nancy). Also survived by many great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews. A long time resident for 30 years of the Cross Winds (Riverbank) Apartments. Edna retired from the Canadian Bank Note after a 43 year career. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry 315 McLeod Street, Ottawa on Sunday, April 13, 2003 from 1:00 to 5:00pm and on Monday April 14, 2003 after 10:00am. Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 11:00am. Interment Beechwood cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Special thanks to the Team A doctors and nursing staff (6 East) at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus for their compassion and care.
William A. Prowse
M.D. C.D. C.M.
passed away peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, on Friday, April 11, 2003 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Doris Prowse. Loving father of Vernon, Arthur (Jennie), Eleanor, Dorothy (Ray) and the late Margaret. Will be Sadly missed by 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff of the Forest Hill Nursing Home for their care and compassion. A Memorial Service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to a charity of choice.
Sandes, Michael Hume
LT. CMDR, Royal Canadian Navy Veteran
Peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2003. Beloved husband for 59 years of Marion Louise. Dear father of Christopher (Rosa), Richard (Paula) and Michael (Pierrette). Loving grandfather of Andrew, Stephen and Tyler. Predeceased by his grandson Geoffrey. Retired navy pilot in the Canadian Navy Air Branch after 25 years of service. He will be sadly missed by many friends and family. A memorial service to celebrate Michael's Life will be held Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 2 pm at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Eileen Scotcher - 04/12/2003
Peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Thursday, April 10, 2003. Born May 22, 1918 in Tunbridge Wells, England Dearly beloved wife of 63 years of Douglas. Cherished mother of Richard (Jackie Mullens) of Suffoik, England and Patricia (Mark Wheeler) of Ottawa. Sadly missed by granddaughters Emma and Katherine and their mother Jenny Scotcher. Friends may visit at the Pinecrest cemetery Chapel 2500 Baseline Road on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 after 1pm until service time in the chapel at 2pm. Arrangements in care of the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry. In lieu of flowers donations to the Victorian Order of Nurses or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Wesley Earl Spencer - 04/09/2003
1917 - 2003
On Wednesday, April 9, 2003 at the Perley Rideau Veterans Health Centre. Predeceased by his wife Mary in 1995. Wesley, an R.C.A.F. Veteran (1937-1965) served overseas during the war in Germany and England. He is survived by his brother Ross (Ottawa) and sister Gladys Davidson (Burlington, Ontario), as well as his daughter Joan Bennett (Perth), her three children Michael, Joni and Wes, and his son John Ross (St. Catherines) and his 3 children Andrea (Hamilton), Peter (Toronto) and Emily (Kingston), as well as 4 great grandchildren. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the wonderful care given to Wes by the entire staff of 'The Perley'. Thank-you. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Friday, April 11 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 12 at 2 p.m. Interment Pinecrest cemetery. Friends and family are invited to join Joan and John for refreshments at the Funeral Home following the interment. Those wishing may make donations to the Perley Rideau Veterans Health Centre.
Cecil Allan Thompson - 04/12/2003
Peacefully after surviving a lengthy illness, Cecil Allan Thompson slipped away on Wednesday, April 9th, 2003. Just six days earlier. Cecil bravely left his hospital bed to join his cherished wife, Dottie and family and friends to celebrate 60 years of inspiring life of love together. His long-term friend and close companion, Sam Smiley, bid him a tearful farewell, as did the rest of us gathered there together. Cecil had the heart of a hero and he will be deeply missed by all those who have come to love him. Predeceased by his son, Robert, on February 10th, 2001, Cecil is mourned by his wife Dot, his son Terry, his daughter Sandra his daughter-in-law Sue and son-in-law George, his grandchildren and his great-grandchild as well as by a large and loving circle of family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 14 at 10:30am at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road. The family expresses their deep appreciation for the care, compassion and dedication of Drs. Aileen Comerton and Mimeault and all the staff at the Civic Hospital. In memory of the role of Scouting in the life of Cecil, Dorothy and the Thompson family, donations in lieu of flowers to Scouts Canada, Camp Opemikon, would be appreciated.
Wood, Alice Eugenie (Nee Line)
Peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2003 at the age of 85.Beloved wife and the best friend of Ivan Wood( predeceased by George Warren). Dearly loved mother of the late Robert Warren( Bob). Loving mother-in-law of Shirley Warren. Devoted grandmother of Brent( Kate Hartfiled) and Gregg Warren. Loving sister of Priscilla Henry and the late Richard Line. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on tuesday, April 15, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, April 16 at 10 a.m. Interment Pinecrest cemetery. For those wishing, donations to St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church would be appreciated.
Arnold E. Allen - 06/20/2003
Peacefully at home on. Friday, June 20, 2003, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Gertrude (nee Delorme) and loving father of Richard, Paul (Robyn), Peter (Shelley), Susan (Harvey Dorman) and Cathy (Bérubé). Dear grandfather of Jerry, Maryl and Antony. Predeceased by his brother, Keith. Friends may attend a Memorial Service at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playlair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Tuesday, June 24, 2003 1:30 p.m. Interment Notre Dame cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Anna Gladys Anderson (nee Hutton)
Peacefully at the Empress Kanata Retirement Residence on Thursday, June 26, 2003, in her 90th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Delmer Anderson. Dear mother of Mary Gayle (Lloyd) Pinkney of Kanata and Lynn (Heather) of Oakville. Cherished grandmother of Christopher (Mimi), Mary Ellen (Warren), Laurie, Jamie (Sue) and Julie. Loving great-grandmother of Jakob, Jaxon, Ryan, Troy and Sierra. Will be missed by nephew Allan (Leslee) Lamb and grand-nephew Chris Lamb. Predeceased by her sisters, Viola Hutton, Reta Lamb and Lottie MacEwen and brother, Alfred Hutton. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to everyone at the Empress Kanata for their kindness, friendship and loving care. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Tuesday, July 1, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, July 2nd at 11 a.m. followed by a reception. Interment to follow at Pinecrest cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
Dorothy Balloch - 06/21/2003
Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Saturday, June 21, 2003, aged 66 years. Wife of the late David Balloch. Loving mother of Linda (Ted Schultz), Deborah (Ken Bonell), Davyd (Karen Christie), Kathleen (Tom Connolly), Wendy (Doug Tattrie), John, Heather (Mike Miller), Zachary and predeceased by sons, Daniel and Robert. Loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren. Also survived by a sister Norma (Donald Pyefinch) and a brother Daniel Lukyniuk. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Wednesday, June 25, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Service in the Chapel on Thursday at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Palliative Care Unit of Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre would be appreciated. Special thanks to Dr. Laurie and staff at the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre and the staff and volunteers at EBHC.
Brian John Buck - 06/18/2003
Peacefully on Tuesday afternoon June 17, 2003 of ALS at the age of 73 years. Beloved husband od Mavis (nee Gates). Loving father of David, Deborah, Marcus (Norma Moores) and Harvey (Michelle Davidson). Devoted grandfather of Caroline and Brian Babcock, Kelly and Shannon Buck. Dear brother of Pat Buck (Laura), Mary Bradley, Berna Turner, Doris (Mervin Wilcox) and the late Charlie, Eddie, Fred, Irwin, Bud, Alice and Ethel. Brian was devoted to his famil yand church, retired employee of the Defence Research Board and Department of Labour, he loved the outdoors and was an avid Ottawa 67's fan in his last years. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Thursday, June 19, 2003 from 7-9pm and on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9p.m. Funeral Service at City View United Church, 6 Epworth Avenue on Saturday, June 21, at 10a.m. Interment to follow at Pinecrest cemetery. Memorial donations to the ALS Society would be appreciated.
Peacefully at home, on Tuesday, June 17, 2003, after a courageous battle with breast cancer, age 42 years. Loving wife of Bruce and devoted mother of Sarah and Claire. Dear daughter of Marie-Claire Coutraz of Switzerland and Alan Hunter (Gloria) of Montreal and daughter-in-law of Charles Burrows of Toronto. Cherished sister of Sidonie Hunter (Nicolas Vuadens) of Switzerland and Ian Hunter of New York. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church, 125 MacKay Street, Ottawa, on Tuesday, June 24, 2003, at 11am., followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Breast Cancer Research, 106-111 Albert Street, Ottawa, K1P 1B1 or the Hospice at May Court (for Palliative care) 114 Cameron Ave, Ottawa, K1S 0X1 would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry.
Maurice Ducharme - 06/27/2003
In hospital on Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at the age of 83. Dearly beloved husband of Evelyn (nee Reid). Dear father of Eric (anne), Daphne (Raymond Leblanc), Ian and Joey (Paola Marrone). Also loved by his grandchildren Ashley, Ilinca, Aicha, Eva, Reid and Mia. Dear brother of Eva, Emile (the late Géralda), Alida (Alide Sévigny), Sister Simone and Gérard (Suzette). Predeceased by his three sisters Anna, Aurore and Edna. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Sunday, June 29, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7-9pm and Monday, June 30, 2003 from 9:30am followed by the Funeral Mass at St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church, 55 Appleford Road, Ottawa at 11:00am Interment Notre-Dame cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the Trans Canada Trail Foundation, 43 Westminster North, Montreal West, PQ, H4X 1Y8 would be appreciated by the family.
Bryn (Brinley) Evans - 06/24/2003
Peacefully in his sleep on Monday, June 23, 2003. at the age of 94. Bryn came to Canada with his family in 1952 where he held the post of Scientific Glassblower at the National Research Council, Ottawa, until his retirement in 1974. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Celia: his son, Ken (Bonni) and his daughter, Hilary. Predeceased by his brother, William. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Friday, June 27, 2003 from 1 p.m. until service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Room H2-1, 40 Ruskin Street, Ottawa K1 4W7. Special thanks to the staff and nurses at the New Edinburgh Square for their loving care and compassion.
Audrey Reeve Froome (nee Morris)
After a short illness, on Tuesday, June 24, 2003, peacefully with her family and friends by her side, five days after her 80th birthday. Just 6 months following the passing of her beloved husband of 54 years, Ronald, Audrey was also predeceased by her parents, William and Elsie Morris and sisters Ruth Wiltsie and Eileen Henniger. She was a much-caring and loving mother to her three children, Judy, Kathy and John (Debbie), a wonderful Nana to Christina (Ken Haldenby), David and Jennifer and a doting great-grandmother to Liam. She will also be missed by many other family members and friends. Following retirement after forty-four years with the Canadian National Livestock Record Office, Audrey volunteered for several years at General Vanier Public School. She touched so many as a true friend, including neighbours, her friends from camping days, the Kiwanis circle, McLeod-Stewarton and Riverside United Churches, the swimming pool and the bridge table. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street om Thursday, June 26, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday, June 27, 2003 from 9:30 a.m. until service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Donations to a charity of your Choice. Thanks to Dr. Patricia Morris for her support over the years and to the caring staff of 8 West, at the General Hospital.
Gertrude Ellen Gabie (nee Carruthers) - 06/22/2003
Suddenly in hospital on Sunday, June 22nd, 2003 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Bert Gabie. Dear mother of Fay Kern, Sharon Dunbar (lan) Donald, Ruth Gabie, David (Donna), Kevin (Hillary). Also loved by her seven granddaughters, three grandsons and one great-grandson. Predeceased by two brothers, Nobel and Arnold, and four sisters, Elizabeth, Elmira, Loretta and Hertha. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Tuesday, June 24th from 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday, June 25th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, June 26th at 11 a.m. Interment St. Paul's United cemetery , Richmond. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Parkway Road Pentecostal Church, 7275 Parkway Road, Greely, ON, K4P 1K7 would be appreciated by the family.
Anne Gencher (née Morganstern) - 06/22/2003
Peacefully with her family by her side, at the age of 92 years on Sunday June 22nd, 2003. Predeceased by her husband Joseph she will be very sadly missed by her loving son Harvey and daughter-in-law Charlotte. Cherished grandmother of Jodi and Jason. Predeceased by her brother Max and sister Sophie. She will be fondly remembered by all of her family and many friends. A Graveside Service will be held at the Jewish Community cemetery , Bank Street. on Tuesday June 24th, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Shiva will be held at 10 Felstead Gardens. A special thank you to all the staff at Hillel Lodge for their care and compassion. Donations to Hillel Lodge would be appreciated.
Neda Hassani
A Graveside Service will be held at Pinecrest cemetery on Monday, June 30th, 2003 at 1 p.m.
Sylvane Hourdebaigt - 06/27/2003
Suddenly on Thursday, June 19, 2003. Will be sadly missed by her mother Suzanne of France, daughter Icita Hourdebaigt-Morris, her brothers in France and Florida, Ras Lee Morris and family and many friends. A Memorial Service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 315 McLeod Street, Ottawa, on Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Christian Children's Fund of Canada, 1027 McNicoll Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario, M1W 3X2, would be appreciated.
Shirley Kardish - 06/20/2003
Peacefully at home on Friday, June 20, 2003 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late Isadore (Issie) Kardish. Loving daughter of the late Tom and Mariam Bordelay and predeceased by her dear sister Betty Bordelay. Cherished mother of David (Monica), Debbie (the late Ben Baylin), Louis (Muriel) and Ellie (Arie Kamil). Beloved Bubby of Sara Kardish, Michael and Joel Baylin, Rachel Kardish, Yoni, Yael and Itzy Kamil. Many thanks to Jackie Lafleur for her devoted care. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, June 22nd, 2003 at 1 p.m. at the Jewish Memorial Chapel, 1771 Cuba Avenue. Interment Jewish Community cemetery , Bank Street, Ottawa. Shiva to be observed at 228 Augusta Street. Arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. Those wishing, may make donations to the charity of their choice.
