Whalley (nee Thomson / Watling) - Linda Irene
At the North Bay General Hospital - Scollard Site, on Thursday, December 13, 2001. Linda Irene Thomson, beloved wife of Earl Whalley and the late Wayne Watling (predeceased in 1970), in her 62nd year. Proud and loving mother of D'Arcy Watling of Brampton, Tammy Martel of North Bay and Erin Hurford (Scott) of Prescott. Linda will be lovingly remembered by her 5 grandchildren Trey, Amanda, Reid, Carly and Sari and by her step children Dave Whalley (Denise) of North Bay, Lynda St. Peter (Steve) of Woodville and Earl Whalley Jr. (Gisele) of Haydon as well as her 10 step grandchildren. Dear sister of Ted Thomson (Sharron) and Raymond Thomson (Karen) all of North Bay and Larry Thomson of Mississauga. Predeceased by her parents Eric and Win Thomson and her brother Georgie. Linda was a long time and very active member of Trinity United Church. Her family will receive friends in the Martyn Funeral Home today from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Funeral services from Trinity United Church on Saturday, December 15th, at 2:00 PM. Interment to follow Monday at the Terrace Lawn cemetery.
If desired, donations to the Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre, the Canadian Diabetic Association or the Trinity United Church Memorial Fund will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
Major FRECHETTE - John Charles 'Jack' (Retired) CD
passed away peacefully at the North Bay General Hospital - Scollard Site, on Thursday, February 2, 2006. Jack was the beloved husband of Vera Marjorie Rowe, he was 78 years old. Loving father of John of White Rock, B.C. and Judith and her husband Paul DeVillers of Huntsville. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren John Frechette, Andrew DeVillers, Tyler Frechette (Jennifer) and Emily DeVillers. Jack will be fondly remembered by his siblings Joyce Beattie of Victoria and Joan Schiavo of North Bay. He will also be remembered by Patricia Frechette.
A Memorial Service will held at Christ Church Anglican (890 Vimy Street) on Tuesday, February 21st, at 11:00 am.
If desired donations to the Christ Church Memorial Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the MARTYN FUNERAL HOME (across from City Hall).
WINCH - Gerald Kenneth
Gerald Kenneth Winch of North Bay, passed away at his home on Sunday February 5th, 2006 while in his 64th year. Gerry recently retired from the City of North Bay after 35 years of service. He is survived by his beloved wife Diane, children Cindy (Tony) of Toronto, Derek (Sue) of Ottawa and Natasha of Toronto. Gerry will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Emily, Melanie and Cloe. In accordance to Gerry's wishes, cremation has taken place.
Please join Gerry's family and friends for a memorial service at the Elk's Club, 325 Elk's Lane, North Bay, on Tuesday evening February 7th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Eulogy to be given at 8:00pm.
If desired donations to the Cancer Society will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the Martyn Funeral Home (across from City Hall)
RENNICK - Clarence
passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, February 13, 2006. Clarence was the beloved husband of the late Murrell Marshall; he was 96 years old. Loving father of Beth and her husband Don Brouse of North Bay. He was predeceased by his daughters Doreen Rennick and Brenda Thomas. He is the father in law of Brian Thomas of Tilden Lake. Lovingly remembered by his cherished grandchildren Brad Brouse and his wife Jane of Port Perry, Bryan Brouse and his wife Cindy of North Bay, Karalyn and her husband Shardul Mehta of Midland, Kevin Thomas and his wife Sarit of Toronto, Mark Thomas and his wife Victoria of Oakville and great grandchildren Jonathan, Sarah, Megan, Melanie, Maya, Rebecca and Cameron. Dearly loved brother of Erma Garry of Toronto. He was predeceased by his siblings Carl and Manson Rennick and Velma Ashford. Clarence owned several dry cleaning businesses in North Bay. He first opened Ideal Laundry, then purchased City Laundry and then Parkers Cleaners and finally opened Betty Brite Cleaners. He served as President of the Dry Cleaners Association of Ontario. Clarence served on the North Bay City Council for 18 years with a couple of terms as Deputy Mayor. He was a member of the Athletic Parks Commission which directed the building of Memorial Gardens Arena in 1955, purchasing the first pair of Season Tickets to the North Bay Trappers, then the North Bay Centennials and the North Bay Skyhawks. He held the same seats for 50 years. He started harness racing at The Sunnydale Raceway, which continued for many years. He was an honored member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, North Bay Lodge 271 for 49 years.
Clarence's family will receive friends in the Martyn Funeral Home (across from City Hall) on Friday from 2 -4 and 7 - 9:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew's United Church on Saturday, February 18th at 1:00 PM. Spring Interment at Terrace Lawn cemetery.
If desired, donations to St. Andrew's United Church or the North Bay General Hospital Foundation will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
BOOK - Edward Bruce
Peacefully at the Finlandia Nursing Home, Sudbury, on Thursday February 16th, 2006, at the age of 85 years. Bruce Book was the beloved husband of the late Margaret Ellen Ruth (nee Coldham), who predeceased him in 2002. The proud and loving father of Carolyn Beckett and her husband Robert of Sudbury, Bruce was predeceased by his son Donald. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandsons Robert (Stephanie) of Sudbury and Ryan of North Bay. Predeceased by his brother James (Jimmy). A long time resident of North Bay Bruce worked for Canada Post for many years, retiring as a manager for Northern Ontario. The Books were long time dedicated members of Trinity United Church.
Friends may call at the MARTYN FUNERAL HOME (across from city hall), on Sunday February 19th, 2006, from 1:00 pm. until time for a memorial service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m.
If desired donations to the charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
BOOK - Ruth
Peacefully at the North Bay General Hospital -Scollard Site, on Wednesday August 7th, 2002, while in her 87th year. Ruth Coldham was the beloved wife, for the past 55 years, of E. Bruce Book. Loving mother of Carolyn Beckett and her husband Robert of Sudbury. Predeceased by her son Donald. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Robert (Stephanie) of Sudbury and Ryan (Karen) of North Bay. Dearly loved sister of Robert and Lois both of the Washington, Ontario area. Predeceased by her brothers John and Don. A nurse by profession Ruth came to North Bay to serve as the first nurse for the VON. For many years she served a very large area for the Ontario Society for Crippled Children . She will also be remembered for the nursing she provided for the Red Cross Society and later at the Civic Hospital. Friends may call at the Martyn Funeral Home today from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held in the Martyn Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday August 10th, at11:00 a.m. Cremation with interment of ashes in the family plot at Terrace Lawn.
If desired, donations to the MS Society, the Salvation Army or the Heart & Stroke Foundation will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
PROPHET - Eleanor Thora 'Lind'
Peacefully in her sleep, at North Bay, on Saturday February 18th, 2006, while in her 81st year. Eleanor Thora Lind was the beloved wife of Rod Prophet, mother of Brad Prophet, Shelley Rochon (Ray) and Melody Shiels (David) and grandmother of Andrea & Natalie Rochon. Predeceased by her brother Harold Lind. Eleanor was born at Round Lake, Ontario on August 8, 1925.
In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
If desired donations to Emanuel United Church or the charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to MARTYN FUNERAL HOME (across from city hall).
WALLACE (nee Carr) - Sybil Margaret
Peacefully at home, Sybil Margaret Carr, beloved wife of the late George Ernest Wallace, in her 92nd year. Proud and loving mother of Blake and his wife Rita of Toronto, Jack and his wife Gwen, and Don and his wife Diane all of North Bay. Predeceased by her infant daughter Margaret. Dearly loved grandmother of George, Dennis, Andrew, Jaynie, James, Amanda, Kelly, Christy, and Greg. Sadly missed by her brother Bob Carr and his wife Joyce, and sister-in-law Myrtle Carr all of North Bay, as well sisters-in-law Jo and Eleanor Wallace also of North Bay, and brother-in-law W.J. (Bae) Wallace of Vancouver. Predeceased by her brothers Herbert and Fred Carr and sisters Enid Carr and Isabel Hambley. Prior to her marriage to George, Sybil taught school. She attained her ATCM (Associate of the Toronto Conservatory of Music) designation. Sybil was an avid curler and a golfer. A founding member of Golf and Country Club, the Curling Club, and pitcher on the Ontario Championship Rinky Dinks baseball team and the North Bay Sports Hall of Fame. She also enjoyed membership in several bridge clubs. Her membership in the Esperanza club and her needlework was of great importance to her. She will be fondly remembered by her dear friend Pat Duquette.
Friends may call at the Martyn Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral services to be held at St. John's Anglican Church, Main St., on Wednesday at 11am. Cremation with interment of ashes in St. John's Anglican cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the North Bay General Hospital Kiwanis Pediatrics wing or the North Bay Community Waterfront Friends or the Charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
WALLACE - Sybil Margaret
Peacefully at home, Sybil Margaret Carr, beloved wife of the late George Ernest Wallace, in her 92nd year. Proud and loving mother of Blake and his wife Rita of Toronto, Jack and his wife Gwen, and Don and his wife Diane all of North Bay. Predeceased by her infant daughter Margaret. Dearly loved grandmother of George, Dennis, Andrew, Jaynie, James, Amanda, Kelly, Christy, and Greg. Sadly missed by her brother Bob Carr and his wife Joyce, and sister-in-law Myrtle Carr all of North Bay, as well sisters-in-law Jo and Eleanor Wallace also of North Bay, and brother-in-law W.J. (Bae) Wallace of Vancouver. Predeceased by her brothers Herbert and Fred Carr and sisters Enid Carr and Isabel Hambley. Prior to her marriage to George, Sybil taught school. She attained her ATCM (Associate of the Toronto Conservatory of Music) designation. Sybil was an avid curler and a golfer. A founding member of Golf and Country Club, the Curling Club, and pitcher on the Ontario Championship Rinky Dinks baseball team and the North Bay Sports Hall of Fame. She also enjoyed membership in several bridge clubs. Her membership in the Esperanza club and her needlework was of great importance to her. She will be fondly remembered by her dear friend Pat Duquette.
Friends may call at the Martyn Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral services to be held at St. John's Anglican Church, Main St., on Wednesday at 11am. Cremation with interment of ashes in St. John's Anglican cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the North Bay General Hospital Kiwanis Pediatrics wing or the North Bay Community Waterfront Friends or the Charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
NEAL - Wayne
At the North Bay General Hospital on Friday February 10th, 2006, while in his 54th year. Wayne David Neal was the beloved son of Elmer and Leona Neal (nee Davidson). Wayne is also survived by his daughter Marci Shotton, granddaughter Brittany Shotton, and brothers Victor, Ronald and Gregory Neal. A wonderer at heart Wayne traveled extensively across Canada, having hitch hiked across the country many times. Wayne will be sadly missed by the many friends he met at the Salvation Army.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at the Salvation Army citadel, McIntyre Street, at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday February 18th.
Arrangements entrusted to MARTYN FUNERAL HOME (across from city hall).
HUNT - Leslie Alfred
Life long North Bay resident Les Hunt died at the North Bay General Hospital on Sunday February 26th, 2006 at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by his wife, the former Vera Elizabeth Brooks, in 1985, Les will be lovingly remembered by his children Brian, Susan Rennick (Donald), Larry, Laurie Baldwin (Chris), all of North Bay, his grandchildren Christopher, Tyler and Jessie and his sister Dorothy Fennell of Toronto. His grandson David predeceased him. Les will also be fondly remembered by Rachel Hunt, his daughter in law Nola Hunt, and his step daughter Brenda Vanderlinden (Leo). He was also predeceased by his brothers George, Harry and Albert and sisters Emily Bennett, Elsie Hunt and Gladys Winstone. Born and raised in North Bay Les was a partner in one of the city's largest florists, Hunt and Peverly, which operated both a flower shop and large green house operation. Les later joined the CPR and retired in 1978 as an engineer, after 36 years of service. A community minded man Les volunteered with the VON for many years, was a member of the Oddfellows Lodge for over 65 years, and a long time member of the Elks Lodge.
In keeping with his wishes a private family service will be held in the MARTYN FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL (across from city hall). Spring interment will take place in Terrace Lawn cemetery.
If desired donations to the charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy.
