After a courageous battle with cancer, Mr. Floyd McKay passed away March 25, 2004 at the Lake of the Woods District Hospital.
A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at First Presbyterian Church.
A full and complete obituary to follow.
Floyd Kenneth McKay
April 7, 1934 - March 25, 2004
After a short, courageous battle with cancer, it is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Floyd, at Lake of the Woods Hospital on Thursday, March 25, 2004, at the age of 69.
Floyd will be forever in the hearts of his family, his wife Vicky; sons Wayne and Darrel; stepchildren Mark (Brenda), Juanita (Gerry), grandchildren Gary, Ticanna, Miranda, Kayla, Jerry; his only sister Shirley Smith and several aunts and their families. Also left to mourn are Vicky's parents Mabel and John Lengyel; and her sisters and brothers Wayne (Katy), Keith - Deceased (Bonnie), Gail (Joe), Sheila (David), Paula, Nancy, Shelley (Ron), Charlotte (Jim), Darrel, Michael, Tim and numerous nieces and nephews.
Floyd was predeceased by his mother Gladys, father Walter and brother Mervin.
Floyd lived most of his life in Kenora and loved spending time on the lake, working on his yard and having family and friends join him around his weekend bonfire. He had a passion for life, an easygoing attitude and a kind heart. He touched the lives of all those who had the privilege of knowing him and acquired numerous friends and acquaintances through his many years of driving taxi.
His family would like to thank Dr. Sass, Kim and Carolyn and the rest of the Kenora Hospital Chemo staff, Palliative Care and Community Care for their care and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chemo Therapy Unit of the Lake of the Woods District Hospital, 21 Sylvan Street W., Kenora, ON P9N 3W7.
Services will be held at Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Centre in Kenora on Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Lamb officiating and the organist is Kay Coulis, Floyd's aunt.
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Leonard Lennox Page
September 4, 1912 - March 28, 2004
Mr. Leonard Page, a lifelong resident of Kenora, Ontario passed away peacefully on Sunday,
March 28, 2004 at the age of 91 years.
Len was predeceased by his first wife Bernadette (Barery), parents Ted and Susan, and wife Margaret Page.
Left to mourn his passing are Len's brother Harold (Margaret) and family, his children Ron and Dottie Page of Gatineau, QC, Dianne and Richard Gessner of Kenora, ON, Pat and Bob Valenta of Mackenzie, BC, Joyce and Mel Warttig of Kenora, ON, Bill and Merle Plohman of Winnipeg, MB, and Carolynn McGuire of Edmonton, AB.
Also surviving Len are his grandchildren John Page (Alana), Edmonton, AB, Doug Page (Sherry-Lynn), Ottawa, ON, Carolyn (Howard) Stanley, Ottawa, ON, Kevin (Leanne) Gessner, Maple Ridge, BC, Kurt (Pam) Gessner, Ear Falls, ON, Melanie (Mick) Bayko, Devon, AB, and Megan (Arthur) Forsyth, Quesnel, BC. Also eight wonderful great-grandchildren.
Len worked for many years with the Canadian Pacific Railroad. He enjoyed camp, fishing, his squirrels (especially Charlie), sweets (chocolate puffs, licorice, all-sorts, and ice cream), afternoon naps, gardening, his coo-coo clock, and happy hour. He was well known for his great sense of humour.
A Celebration of Len's Life will be held on Thursday, April 1st, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Home for the Aged officiated by Paster Robert Wittmeier. Interment to follow at the Lake of the Woods cemetery.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation, C.T. Scanner, 21 Sylvan Street West, Kenora, Ontario P9N 3W7 would be appreciated.
On Line Condolences may be made at kcfh@voyageur.ca
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Roland 'Sky' Turcotte
With great sadness, the family of Sky Turcotte announces his gentle passing on March 26, 2004. He was 76 years of age.
Sky leaves behind, cherishing his memory, his loving and devoted wife Lois. He also leaves behind his two sons, Roland (Pam), Byron (Cindy-Lou), and his daughter, Cindy Burley (Jim). Sky was also blessed with three stepchildren, Derek Cooley (Laurie), Vanda McQuinn (Ken), and Naomi Lafrance (Ron). He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Bill, Treena, Richard (Erin), Jamie (Corinne), Danica and his step grandchildren, Desiree, Pearl, Kenny, Natalie, Victor and Dillon. He also had five great grandchildren, Candle, Jacob, Julia, Charis and Joshua. He leaves two siblings, Solange McKay (Gerry) from B.C. and Ray from Winnipeg, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews from across Canada.
Sky was born on February 3, 1928 to Marge and Herbert Mabb in Fisher Branch, Manitoba. Christened Roland Antoine Joseph William at birth, it became apparent he would be a rather tall fellow and received his nickname Sky, at the age of 14. He and his ten brothers and sisters moved to Kenora when he was still a youngster.
He was predeceased by his parents and seven sisters, Grace, Doris, Pauline, Blanche, Cecile, Leona, Jeanette, and one brother, Leo.
Sky started at C.P. Rail in 1943. He loved his job and would retire 47 years later as a Via Engineer. They all said he was one of the smoothest operators around. He was devoted to his children and when he was not "on the road" he rarely missed any of their activities. Weekends and many week nights were spent at the old Rabbit Lake Community Club just hanging out with the old gang while the neighbourhood kids enjoyed the rink.
Sky was a Legion member for most of his adult life. He loved the camaraderie, the odd game of darts, and many a game of crib that was played with his C.P.R. buddies. He loved a good feed of walleye and in his middle years spent many hours on Lake of the Woods. Sky and Lois developed a taste for travel around this time. They enjoyed trips to Germany, Portugal and Mexico at different times and of course, numerous trips across Canada.
As he got older, he liked to look at the Lake more than be on it. He and Lois spent many happy years at Beauty Bay doing just that and spending much quality time with good friends and family at their home. Long, pleasant nights were spent over the shuffleboard or at the card table.
Cremation has taken place. There will be a Memorial Service at Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11 a.m. Honourary pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Bill, TLT, Richard, Jamie and Danica.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to the Alzheimer Society in Kenora.
"On your last run, Sky, we send our love and our wishes that you reach your destination safely. We know you will be on time."
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Memorial Service
Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11 a.m.
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Donald Charles Wesley 'Shinoot'
Born: December 19, 1961
Died: March 13, 2004
Donald was called back home to take his place by the Lord on March 13, 2004 in Toronto.
He was predeceased by his little angel, Dale Clayton Land, and loving parents, Charlie and Mary Mandamin. Sisters, Christine Wesley and Valerie Wesley, Nephew, Christopher Wesley, Aunt, Doris Mandamin and Grandparents, Joe and Matilda Mandamin.
Donald is survived by his little brother Jason (Karen) Mandamin and children, Emma, Erik, Eryka, Hannah and Therran. Also surviving are Donald's mother, Josephine Wesley, sisters, Lillian (Glen) Wesley, Elizabeth (Ernest) Wesley, Karen Wesley, and Dorothy Wesley. Brother Stan (Rebecca) Wesley Jr. and many nieces and nephews. His aunts, Katherine Prouty, Gladys (Philip) Mandamin and Christine (Lloyd) Mandamin. Uncles, Joe (Jane) Mandamin and Ron Mandamin Sr. and many cousins and relatives.
Donald will be most remembered by his quiet nature and for his love for his friends.
The Wake was at the Wabaseemoong Community Hall Saturday, March 27, 2004.
Services will be held Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with
Henry Hildebrandt officiating.
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George Andrew Lemay
George Andrew Lemay passed away February 29th at Lake of the Woods Hospital.
He was predeceased by his father and mother Napolean and Eva Lemay, his brother Oscar and sister-in-law Doris, his sisters Corrine and Yvonne and niece Laura.
He leaves to mourn in his passing his loving wife of 55 years Jean, his "special" family of Emily Taylor, Jennifer and Darcy Ura and little Olivia, Rhys, Jeffrey Taylor, Gordon Taylor, Ella and Ed Wojewoda, Sebastian, Anna and Nathan, his special driver and friend John Skeavington and wife Dawn. Also George and Bonnie Metail, the "Christmas Angels", as well as nephews and nieces in Kenora and Toronto.
He was born in Norman on January 5, 1922, attended public, separate and high schools in Kenora.
He enlisted in the Canadian Forestry Corp. in 1940, transferred to the 4th armoured division in 1941, and served in France, Belgium and Holland and discharged in 1945.
Returned to Kenora and continued his education, receiving a degree in Management. Was employed in management for W.H. Marr for 11 years. Served as comptroller for Lake of the Woods Travel Services, was a licensed Customs Broker and was Administrator for Lake of the Woods Clinic for 25 years until his retirement in 1987.
He was a Life member of Kenora Kinsmen Club, Past President of Notre Dame Credit Union and served on the board for 25 years. A charter member and past President of the Canadian Medical Managers Association. Served on Lake of the Woods Hospital Board, Library Board, Board of Directors Kenora Golf and Country Club, active member of the Big Brothers Association. Acted as a volunteer driver for Pinecrest Club Day Away and Meals on Wheels. Member of Kenora and Keewatin Curling Club. Member of 3rd and 4th degree Knights of Columbus. Member of Kenora Legion Branch #12.
He was an avid golfer and enjoyed being out with his buddies every chance he had. He enjoyed curling, cross-country skiing and helping to decorate the yard both at Christmas time and in the summer.
Since early childhood, George has had a very deep devotion to the Blessed Mother Mary and it was the Blessed Virgin to whom he truned during the war and resulting illness.
Later George called upon St. Theresa the Little Flower for help and St. Theresa answered many of his prayers.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Notre Dame Church with Father Al Campeau officiating. Prayers will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Notre Dame Church. Interment will take place at a later date.
As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to Lake of the Woods Hospital Foundation, CT Scanner and would be appreciated.
Pallbearers will be John Skeavington, George Metail, Roger Metail, Robert Metail, Aime Metail and Jim Stevenson.
The family appreciates the care given to George by Dr. C.M. Workman, Dr. W. Cameron, the staff of 3rd East and all the nursing staff on 2nd East and Pediatrics, as well, the wonderful care given to George by the staff in Dialysis.
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