In hospital, surrounded by her family, on Friday, March 10, 2006, in her 60th year. Beloved wife of Michael. Loving mother of Sean (Heidi) and Tanya (Ronald). Adored grandmother of Sydney and Samuel. Dear sister of Kerry (Janet) and Catherine (Robert), and sister-in-law of Mary Ann (the late Robin). Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Sunday, March 12th from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, March 13th at 11:30am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
E. Patricia Torkos (nee Morris)
passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 12:40am at the age of 75 after an exhausting battle. So loved by her children Linda Springstead (George) and the late James Jr. (Sonya). Cherished by her grandchildren Kayla and Alec. Will be sadly missed by Brittany and Jessica, Gizella and James Torkos, Helen and Paul Macsuga, Rita Morris, Jean Cobden, her many nieces and nephews and all of her friends. Memorial Service will be held at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Wednesday, March 1 at 4pm. In memoriam donations to the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation appreciated for the extraordinary care of the staff.
Ethel May Tunney (nee Elvidge)
On February 27, 2006, a remarkable woman passed on when Ethel May Tunney began her new journey. Ethel, twice widowed at an early age (by Weldon Black and James Tunney), raised 4 wonderful children; Barbara (Al), Bud (Iris), Rodney and Deborah-Anne (Andy). She is fondly remembered by her boundless optimism and love for life, which will live on in her grandchildren; James, Wendy (Sasha), Jennifer (George), Ashley and Matthew (Rebekah) and great-grandchildren Tiana, Emma and Abigail. Ethel's love for her family was absolute and is returned in full for all time. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Thursday, March 2, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, March 3 at 11:30am. Interment to follow at Beechwood cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Foundation would be appreciated. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Perley Rideau Veterans' Health Centre for the sensitive care and kindness they showed to Ethel and her family in difficult times.
James Martin Turnbull - 03/02/2006
On Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at the age of 91 years. Loving husband for 61 years of Daphne. Father of Chris (Mary Ann). Proud grandfather of Jennifer and David. His successful career in finance spanned Canada, the U.S., Britain and Bermuda. Funeral arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. A Funeral Service will be held in Toronto on Saturday, March 4, 2006 followed by interment. For those wishing, donations may be made to the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.
Maria Elisabeth van der Horden - 02/27/2006
passed away peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Ottawa on Sunday, February 26th, 2006. Mary van der Horden (van Wamelen), in her 82nd year, beloved wife of 61 years to Hendrikus (Hank). Loving mother of Mary Newton (the late Rev. John - 2005) of Seeley's Bay, ON; Gerry Merkel (Carl) of Ottawa and Major Patricia McInnes (Major Greg) of Ajax. Grandmother of Karen Vogelzang (Rob) of Seeley's Bay; David and Brian Merkel, both of Ottawa and Melanie McInnes and Tyler (T.J.) McInnes, both of Ajax. Survived by her sister Jo Vryenhoek of Holland. Predeceased by her sister Co de Man and brothers Emiel, Cor and Sjaak. Missed by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Wednesday, March 1, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm and on Thursday after 12noon at the Salvation Army, Woodroffe Community Church, 820 Woodroffe Avenue. Funeral Service in the Church at 1pm Thursday. A reception will follow. Interment Pinecrest cemetery. Memorial donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated.
Helen (nee Mauthe) Winges - 03/11/2006
passed away in hospital, on Friday, March 10, 2006 in her 88th year. Wife of the late George. Mother of Ken (Ursula). Grandmother of Jeremy and Scott. Sister to Katie, Minnie, Walter and Dorothy, the late Bill and Robert, all of Manitoba. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road, on Sunday, March 12, 2006 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A Service of Remembrance will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 210 Wilbrod Street at King Edward on Monday, March 13, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. The family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, any donations be given to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation - Canada.
Albert Edward (Bert) Wisking - 03/05/2006
Lt. Col. (ret'd) WWII Veteran, RCASC
Peacefully at Stonehaven Manor on Sunday, March 5, 2006 at the age of 90. Beloved husband for 64 years of the late Eleanor (nee Phelan), who predeceased him by just 6 days. Devoted father of Judith, John (Isabel), Jane, Jim (Fran), Stephen (Linda), Susan (Philip Hogarth) and Elizabeth (Danny O'Connor). Proud grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of two. Predeceased by one sister, Dorothy Brown. Bert was born and raised in Ottawa and graduated from Lisgar Collegiate. He enlisted in the army in 1939, served overseas in World War II, was a United Nations Peacekeeper in 1958 and retired in 1965. A longtime employee of the Public Service Commission of Canada, Bert was of the generation of men who believed in duty, country and hard work. Above all, he was a loving husband and devoted family man. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Tuesday, March 7, 2006 from 7-9pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, 95 Somerset Street West on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at 10am. Interment Holy Cross cemetery , Kemptville.
Eleanor Rebecca Wisking (nee Phelan) - 02/28/2006
Peacefully after a brief illness, with her family by her side, on Monday, February 27, 2006 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife for 63 years of Albert. Devoted mother of Judith, John (Isabel), Jane, James (Fran), Stephen (Linda), Susan (Philip Hogarth) and Elizabeth (Danny O'Connor). Proud grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of two. Predeceased by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Eleanor was born and raised in Ottawa and was educated at Notre Dame Convant and graduated in 1935 from the University of Toronto and was a life long member of St. Theresa's Parish. She was a remarkable woman, known for her keen intelligence, sharp sense of humour and devotion to family. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Friday, March 3 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, 95 Somerset Street West on Saturday, March 4, 2006 at 10am. Interment Holy Cross cemetery , Kemptville. Those wishing may make donations to Covenant House or a charity of choice.
Elizabeth Margaret (Elma) Wright (nee Davey) - 03/05/2006
Peacefully on Saturday, March 4, 2006 in her 89th year. Wife of Jerauld. Mother of Ian (Carlita Delion), Christine Hewitt (Louis Tousignant), the late Alison (Mark Chenosky) and Dr. Robert Wright. Grandmother of Elizabeth and Davidson Wright and Tyler, Meagan and Nicholas Chenosky. Friends may attend a memorial service at Eglise St. Marc, 325 Elgin Street on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at 2pm. Those wishing may make donations to the Alzheimer Society.
Mary Patricia Young - 03/08/2006
Peacefully in hospital on March 6, 2006 in her 78th year. Predeceased by her loved sister Janet Lorrayne Black, parents James Young and Jessie Hyslop, grand-parents Alexander Young and Jennie MacCallum, Renfrew, Ontario and George Telfer Hyslop and Kathleen Kiep of Smiths Falls, Ontario. Survived by cousins Nancy Imrie ( Andrew, Allison and Colin), Peterborough, Ontario, Robert Carr (Lois and Jennifer) of Rigaud, Quebec and brother-in-law Ronald E. Black of Ottawa. A Memorial Service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Friday, March 10, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. followed by a reception. Sincere thanks to Dr. Webber, Dr. Shamje and the 7th Floor nurses of the Ottawa General Hospital for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations to Erskine Presbyterian Church, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Alfons Zdrojewski - 03/07/2006
Peacefully at home on Monday, March 6, 2006 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Erika. Loving father of Barbara and father-in-law of Tom. Cherished grandfather of Erin and Jonathan. A Committal Service to occur at Beechwood cemetery in the Spring. Arrangements in care of the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Naoum Azzi
Peacefully on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 at the age of 55. Beloved husband of Clémence. Proud and loving father of Daniel (Julie), Dalida Venditti (Bernard), David and Dania. Cherished Geddo of Naomie. Dear son of Zahia and the late Chafic. Will be fondly remembered by brother and sisters, Simon (Samira), Inhale (the late Chafic), Amale (Joseph), Izabelle (William), the late Angele (Joseph), Amira (Elias), Marcelle (Maurice) and their families. Friends may visit at the St.Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road, at Aviation Parkway on Thursday, April 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Friday, April 7, from 2 to4 and 7 to 9pm. Funeral Mass to be held at St-Charbel Maronite Church, 245 Donald Street, Ottawa, on Saturday, April 8, 2006 at 9 a.m. Interment Notre-Dame cemetery.
'Forever Loved'
Maria Bachmann - 03/29/2006
At Carlingview Manor on Tuesday, March 28, 2006. Dear mother of Olga Kuszel. Grandmother of Will Lange, Barbara McAdam and Alan Kuszel ( Eva ). Great grandmother of David Lange, Samantha Kuszel and the late Ron Lange. Private family arrangements.
Cecil Nathaniel Brennan - 03/29/2006
Beloved husband of the late Mary Sidorchuk passed away in Ottawa on Sunday, March 26, 2006 at the age of 93. Beloved brother of the late William Earle Brennan. Loved uncle of Janet, Susan and John Sidorchuk and Linda Brennan. A private funeral service will be held. Interment in Mount Royal cemetery , Montreal, Quebec. Funeral arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry.
Henri Brisebois
décédé le 30 mars 2006 r l'âge de 60 ans. Il était l'époux bien-aimé de Mary Brisebois. Il laisse dans le deuil ses deux enfants Julie (Rock Charbonneau) et Mario (Sophie Cloutier) ainsi que sa petite-fille adorée Kiana. Il laisse aussi dans le deuil sa soeur Marie-Claire (Rolland) et ses trois frcres: Roland, Jean-Paul (Denise) et Rene (Linda). Il laisse également plusieurs belles-soeurs et beaux frcres, ainsi que plusieurs nicces et neveux. La famille recevra [parents et amis en la chapelle Mémorial McGarry, 139, ch. Valley, Wakefield dimanche le 2 avril de 18h r 21h. ainsi que lundi le 3 avril a compte de midi. Un service commémoratif aura lieu en la chapelle r 14h. Des dons r l'institut de cardiologie de l'Université d'Ottawa ou la société canadienne du cancer. Pour vos messages de dons ou de condoléances;
Doris Eileen Elizabeth Mary Brooman - 04/03/2006
On Sunday, April 2, 2006, in her 100th year. Predeceased by her parents Edward and Mary Heffer, her beloved husband Henry and her dear friends Evelyn and Lawrence Ducharme. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church, 125 McKay Street on Thursday, April 6 at 2pm, followed by interment at Beechwood cemetery. Grateful thanks to the exceptional staff at Garry Armstrong and Island Lodge Nursing Homes for their superior care, compassion and kindness for the past 20 years.
Thelma Chorney (nee Sloan)
1925-2006
Thelma passed away peacefully in hospital on April 3rd, 2006.Thelma loved to travel, paint, do crosswords and cherished time spent with family and close friends. Her family remember her best for her Irish sense of humour and wish to thank all of her and our friends that made her laugh and enjoy life. She will be forever missed by her children, Wayne (Gina), David (Elaine and there daughter Catherine) all of Orleans, Susan Litchfield (Roy) of Kelowna, B.C., Janice Niven (Claude and there sons Mitchell & Owen) of Calgary and Pattie (Alex) of Vancouver B.C. She is survived by, her brother Emmett Sloan (Marie), and her sister Doreen Greenwood. She is predeceased by, her brother Don Sloan. All were loved deeply by Thelma. Friends may visit at the central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair& McGarry, 315 McLeod street on Thursday, April 6th, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday April 7th, at 11:30 am. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciate by the family.
Gordon Cochrane - 04/05/2006
Peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 in his 94th year. Dearly beloved husband of the late Averil nee Reid. Loving uncle of Ann and Jean Cochrane (Peter Basham). Fondly remembered by his grand niece and nephews. Gordon will be dearly missed by the Woolford and Munro families. Predeceased by two brothers Mac (Eileen) and Ken. Friends may visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road on Saturday, April 8th from 11am until Service in the Chapel at 1pm. Interment in Pakenham Union cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to your favourite charity would be appreciated.
Sherry Lee Cota - 04/03/2006
Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at the age of 44. A Celebration of Sherry Lee's life will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Monday, April 10, 2006 at 3:30pm.
Emile Cote
The Côté family regretfully announces the passing of Emile Côté on Tuesday, March 28, 2006 at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Marie-Jeanne (née Trudel). Loving father of Diane Côté and Nicole Mineault (Richard). Cherished grandfather of Joanne (Bert), Richard (Sylvie), Sylvie (Noël), Brigitte (Scott) and Kim (Mark). Loved great-grandfather of Gerald, Cindy, Ashley, Stephanie, Valerie, Patrick, Véronique, Taylor and great-great grandson Mathieu. Adored son of the late Alfred Côté and Louisa Carricre. Predeceased by his brother René, Ernest, Jules, Honorius, Jean-Baptiste, Léo and Petrus. He is survived by his sisters-in-law Thércse, Odile and Claire. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Sunday, April 2, 2006 from 2-5 and 7-9pm. Funeral Mass will be held at Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Cyrville, 1187 Michael Street on Monday, April 3, 2006 at 11am. Interment to follow at Notre Dame cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be appreciated. A special thank-you to all the staff at the Centre d'Accueil Champlain for their compassionate care.
James Cranston - 04/01/2006
Jim died peacefully in hospital on 31 March, 2006 following a brief illness. He is now reunited with his beloved wife Nonnie (Lorna), but will be forever missed by his brother Charles (Jen) of Ottawa and his adored nieces Lynne Sabatino (Rick, and children Erica and Michael) of Orleans and Shona Jackson (Neil, and children Cailan and Liam) of Cochrane, Alberta. Born in Hamilton, Scotland, Jim served with the RAF in WWII and emigrated with Nonnie (an ex-WAAF) to Canada in 1956. He enjoyed his career as a structural draftsman with a number of Ottawa engineering firms before retiring from the Department of Public Works in 1985. A life-long Dixieland Jazz aficionado, an avid golfer and loyal football fan, he and Lorna also became dedicated members of and tireless workers for the William Barker Bailey, V.C., 410 Wing of the Air Force Association of Canada. Jim's ready wit and fun-loving nature complimented Lorna's generous heart and together they made lasting friendships which continued even after Lorna's passing in 2004. He will be especially missed by his neighbours the Pauls, Tubmans and McGoverns and by his long-time 'breakfast buddy', Lloyd Wilcox. Following a private cremation, a Memorial Service to honour Jim's life will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Thursday, April 6, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Colette Deslauriers (née Breton) - 03/30/2006
After many years of battling illness and pain, Colette passed away at the age of 78. Wife of the late Henri Deslauriers. Dear mother of Jacqueline and Denise (Jean-Pierre Racine). Loving grandmother to Marc and Luc Rolland; Rosiane, Gilbert and Marielle Racine. Survived by her brother Ray Breton (Jean Simser) and sister-in-law Sister Jacqueline Deslauriers s.c.o. Predeceased by her parents Charles Breton and Juliette Lavigne. Family and friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Saturday, April 1st, 2006 from 11am until service in the Chapel at 2pm. A special "thank-you" to all the nursing and medical staff of the 5NW Wing at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus for the wonderful care given to our mother. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions to the Chronic Pain Sufferers Association, 460 Gréber Blvd., Gatineau, Québec J8T 6C7, would be appreciated by the family.
Etta Dizgun (nee Goldstein) - 03/28/2006
In hospital in Ottawa on Tuesday, March 28, 2006, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Michael Dizgun and dear mother of Leslie (Mona Perusse). Predeceased by her son Murray. A Graveside Service will be held at the New Jewish Community cemetery , Osgoode, ON. on Thursday, March 30, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements in care of the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry.
Sui-Hou Fung (nee Fong) - 04/04/2006
Peacefully at the Lions Gate Hospital, North Vancouver on Sunday, April 2, 2006 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late Chung-Yat Fung. Dear mother of Sam and his wife Mary-Ann, William and his wife Betty, Eddie and his wife Wendy, Tommy Ryan and his wife Helen, Sandra and her husband Edward Lee, all of Ottawa, Susan and her husband Andy Chui of West Vancouver, B.C., May and her husband Tony Wong of Hong Kong. Fondly remembered by her twelve grandchildren. Dear sister of Kai Yu, Allan, Jack and Sonny. Also loved by her nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Sunday, April 9, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9pm and on Monday, April 10 from 10am until Service in the Chapel at 1pm. Interment Pinecrest cemetery.
Pamela Marguerite Gaskill - 04/03/2006
Peacefully at home with her family at her side on Sunday, April 2, 2006 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of John. Loving mother of Peter and Ruth (Bernard). A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Saturday, April 8, 2006 from 2 to 4pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Hospice at May Court or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
