McLeod, John
Date of Death: September 30, 2004
Peacefully in hospital surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 30, 2004 age 51 years. Loving husband and best friend of Dixie. Cherished father of Donald and Samantha and step-father of Dax (Tara) and Tara (Wayne Austin) and children. Beloved son of Alice McLeod and the late Donald McLeod. Dear brother of Sandra Prang (Hans) and Donna McLeod. Jack will also be greatly missed by many friends and relatives. Friends may call at the Rideau Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr. (East of Hwy 416) Kars on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial service will be held at Arlington Woods Free Methodist Church 225 McCellan Rd., Nepean on Monday at 1 p.m. Private inurnment, Rideauvale cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre, Patient Care, 503 Smyth Rd., Ottawa, K1H 1C4.
Mason, Margaretta A
July 15th, 1920 – September 5th, 2007
Gently and silently on Wednesday evening, amid the embraces of family and friends, Marge released her grasp on life following a long battle with multiple health challenges. Her departure leaves a rift in the hearts of her beloved grandchildren, Tara, Helen, Cheryl and Elizabeth; her sons Josh and Stephen, and her daughter Lynn. Her dear daughter-in-law, friend and tireless helper Anita, and “ married -in” family John Tarzwell, Andrew Brand, and Vivian Mason also shared a special bond with her. Predeceased by her first husband, William Joshua Larter (killed in action -Italy, 1943), by her husband of 57 years, Edgar Mason (2002), and by nine brothers and sisters, Marge’s last remaining sibling, Doretta, was by her side at the end. She was a kind, sympathetic, and generous person, always ready to listen to the thoughts and problems of young people of all ages, who will miss her patience, good advice and wonderful sense of humour. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman’s Funeral Home, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Monday, Sept. 10th, 2007 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. followed by a service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Salvation Army or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Lewis, Faye
Date of Death: October 1, 2004
Lewis: Faye Peacefully on Friday October 1, 2004 at the age of 68. Faye Lewis crossed over to Gods side after her 4th long courageous battle with cancer. Daughter of the late Elson and Ina Neely. Survived by her husband Gerald and her 9 children Geoff (Maxine), Sue (Delbert Potts), Patricia, Kim (Bill Potts), Geraldine (Butch Potvin), Joanne (Glen McLeod), Sherri (Wayne McNulty), Elson and Norma (Jim Lamoureux). Dear sister to Gail Potter and Doug Neely. Predeceased by her sister Gwen Wagenblass and brother Melvin Neely. She will be greatly missed by her 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Home, 3440 Richmond Rd., (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.), Nepean, on Sunday October 3, 2004 from 11 a.m. until the Funeral Service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Lupus Society or the Children’s Wish Foundation would be appreciated.
Deane, Mary Kathleen (Gigantes)
(nee Fry)
Died gently at Carleton Place Hospital on Wednesday, September 5, 2007. She leaves her daughters Eleni and Claire, her most beloved grandson and special pal Edward, her older sister Margaret Whitby, and her nieces and nephews Leslie, Lawrence, Roberta, Karen and David. Molly also leaves many friends in several countries. Marc and Deborah Reid of Tally-Ho Manor in Carleton Place were her newest friends and her extended family. We will never forget their loving kindness. Over the course of her life, Molly was a specialist nurse, social worker, realtor, researcher, editor, board member for the YWCA, mother and grandmother. She was elegant, witty, and courageous. The gifts she gave continue to unfold. She trod lightly on the earth and knew its worth. “Your heart’s anguish did not cry out, but became what gives the world a star-filled sky.”
Beals, Eric George
Date of Death: October 1, 2004
Went home to glory, October 1, 2004, aged 83 years. Pre-deceased (April 18, 2004) by wife Iris ( married 60 years). Survived by sons Philip (Trish), Stephen (Marlene), Reed (Tammy) and Jamie (Kim), all of Ottawa, who gave him 8 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Also greatly missed by friend Norma of Ottawa. Pre-deceased by brother Reginald Stewart Dunn, December 21, 2000. Visiting with the family at Pinecrest Remembrance Chapel, 2500 Baseline Road, Tuesday, October 5, 2004, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A memorial service in celebration of his life will take place at the Pinecrest Remembrance Chapel, Wednesday, October 6, 2004, 2:00 PM. Reception to follow. Glory to God.
Clarke, Anna Jean
(nee Hill)
Peacefully at Granite Ridge on Friday September 7, 2007 in her 86th year. Loving wife of Charles E. Clarke. Devoted mother of Judy Clarke. Dear sister of Hilda Gervin. Predeceased by her brother Gordon Hill and her sister Helen Alexander. Jean will also be missed by her nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt Ave) on Monday September 10th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Interment Pinecrest cemetery. Special thanks to the staff of Granite Ridge for all their wonderful care. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 1750 Russell Road, Ottawa, ON, K1G 5Z6.
MacLEOD, Violet (nee Webster)
Date of Death: October 1, 2004
On October 1, 2004, age 77. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, beloved wife of John MacLeod. Treasured mother of Ian and Kim. Proud Nana of Jonathan. Dear sister of Jean and Mary. Predeceased by brother John, sisters Margaret and Jemima, and Jinn her lovely Lhasa. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre for tender care. At Vi's request there will be no funeral. Please celebrate her life as you wish. In memoriam donations to University of Ottawa Heart Institute or the Canadian Cancer Society. "To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury; and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable, and wealthy, not rich; to listen to stars and birds, babes and sages, with open heart; to study hard; to think quietly, act frankly, talk gently, await occasions, hurry never; in a word, to let the spiritual, unbidden and unconscious, grow up through the common - this is my symphony" William H Channing
Wagner, Esther Helen
(nee Maves)
Peacefully at the Hospice at May Court after a short struggle with ALS on Saturday, September 8, 2007, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Earl Wagner. Much loved and honored mother of Robert of Kinburn, Connie Watson (Bob) of Ashton, Carson of Golden Lake, Myles (Susan) of Round Lake and Tim (Cindy) of Oshawa. She will also be greatly missed by her 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, her brothers Danny (Elaine), Donald (Dawn), Rev. Charles (Mary) and Art Maves (Amy), her sisters Elsie Edwards, Emma Wagner (Denzil), Eleanor Berger and Berniece Meilleur. Friends may call at the Carp Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 115 Rivington St. Carp on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Kanata Pentecostal Church, 990 Teron Rd. Kanata on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment Highland Park cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations to Kanata Pentecostal Church or the ALS Society. “Mission Accomplished – at Home with Jesus in the Haven of Rest”
Wright, William Earl
Date of Death: October 1, 2004
Retired, M.T.O. At Extendicare Starwood surrounded by his family on Friday, October 1, 2004, age 76 years. Earl Wright of Richmond and formerly of North Gower. Beloved husband of Phyllis Craig. Predeceased by his 1st wife Enid Montgomery. Dear father of Sharon (Rick Lowe), John (Tanya), Gail (Jim Scarbo), Sheila (Jim Parks) and Norine (Steve McMurchy) Loving grandfather of Rachel, Bryan, Emily, Brianna, Cameron, Ryan, Krystal, Jimmy, Lisa, Kevin, Bradly, Beth, Kenny and Jeffrey. Also survived by his brothers Lloyd (Laurena) and Steve (Ruth), sister Joyce Dacey (Norm) and brother-in-law Orville Saunders (the late Anna) and several nieces and nephews. Also predeceased by brother Harold. He will also be especially missed by his niece Lindsey. Special thanks to the staff at Extendicare Starwood for their care and compassion. Friends may call at the Rideau Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr., Kars (East of Hwy. 416) on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Interment Holy Trinity cemetery. In memory of Earl, donations to the Family Support Group, Extendicare Starwood, 114 Starwood Rd.,Nepean, K2G 3N5 or St. John's Anglican Church –“Adopt a Stone”, Box 82, Richmond, K0A 2Z0 would be appreciated.
Simser, Graham
The first Lawyer in the City of Kanata
In hospital, following a brief illness, on Wednesday, September 5, 2007, aged 73 years. Ray Simser, beloved husband and best friend for 44 years of Judy Irwin. Loving father of Scott (Lori McCarron) and Blair. Proud grandfather of Matthew, Graham and Oliver. Dear brother of Guy (Jan), Hester Jane Ellsworth (Brian) and Corinne Simser-Wagg (the late Ken Wagg). Born in Toronto, Ray spent his teenage years in Fort William, Ont. Ray graduated with a B.Ed.,(P.E.) from McGill, obtained his law degree from Ottawa University, and moved to the budding community of Kanata to set up Kanata’s first law practice. He was very active in numerous community and sporting events. He retired in 1989 as a partner in the law firm of Perley-Robertson, Hill and McDougall. Ray spent seven years in Taiwan and Singapore, returning to Kanata in 2002. A talented artist, Ray has exhibited his works in Canada, Taiwan, Singapore and Florida. He was a devoted family man, spending much of his free time at his beloved cottage and wintering in Florida with family and friends. Ray had a love of life! A man of boundless energy, compassion, and joy, he will be sorely missed. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road), Nepean on Monday, September 10th, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at Kanata United Church, 33 Leacock Drive, Kanata, (ON) on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Ray please consider Voice for Hearing Impaired Children, 161 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 701, Toronto, ON M4P 1J5 or The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 3417 Volta Place, NW Washington, DC 20007-2778.
Cousins, Robert Nelson
Date of Death: October 2, 2004
In hospital after a long illness on Saturday, October 02, 2004 at the age of 64 years. Beloved son of Eileen Kent. and dear brother of Beverley McGee, both of Florida. Also survived by son Robert Nelson Cousins 2nd of Azilda, Ontario. No visitation by request. Private inurnment Beechwood cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the V.O.N.
Norbury, Mary
(nee Holmes)
With dignity, grace and courage our beautiful Mary passed away on Sunday September 9th 2007. Beloved and devoted wife of the late Charles Norbury. Much loved and honoured mother of Elizabeth (Robert), Geoff (Giselle) and Stephen (deceased). Loving grandmother of Stephanie (Mark), Charles (Jennifer), Amy (Nigel), Christopher and great-grandmother of Lily-Marie. Dear sister of Geoffrey. Predeceased by her parents Elizabeth and Robert Holmes, and her brothers Joseph, Robert and Thomas. Mary will also be missed by her daughter-in-law Dale, and her dearest friends Jeannine, Oscar and family. Memorial visitation will be held at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd (at Roosevelt Ave) on Friday September 14th from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. Memorial service in the chapel at 12 noon. Our sincere appreciation to the nurses, doctors and staff of the Civic Hospital B5. Simply put – to know Mary was to love her. In lieu of flowers Mary humbly requested donations to the Ottawa Humane Society.
Taylor, Annie Mary (Nancy)
Date of Death: October 2, 2004
Taylor – Nancy (Annie Mary) Peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Saturday, October 2, 2004, age 82 years. Beloved wife of Arthur Taylor. Much loved mother of Susan (Ron Dinelle), Jeff (Marie Wilson), Wendy (Steve Blenkarn) and Greg (Marcie). Treasured Nana to Katie, Michael, Sarah, Jake, Sydney, Matthew, Jenny, Daniel, Danielle and Nicolette. Cherished daughter of the late Tudor and Katie Williams and loving sister of Enid (the late Bill) and James (Jill) all of Wales. She will also be greatly missed by Gwen Taylor and many family and friends. Many thanks to Debbie Watt and Dr. Howard Cohen for their compassion and assistance in fulfilling Nancy’s last wishes. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Baseline Rd. and Bayshore Dr.) Nepean on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial service will be held in the chapel on Friday at 1:30 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to Friends of Hospice, 3730 Richmond Rd. Suite 106, Nepean, K2H 5B9.
Mowat, William Stuart
A Most Remarkable Man Farmer, Entrepreneur, Creator and Builder of Dreams July 10, 1941 – September 9, 2007 Dearly loved and cherished husband of Robyn (Shaw) and the late Carolyn (McEwen). Precious father of Heather (Bill Brophy), Ross (Sue), Karl (Cheryl), Karen (Michael Koschade) and Krista (Victor Perchikovsky). Adored Gandpa of Taylor and Owen, Kyndra, Jarret and Hanna, Aubrie and Alysa, Jacob and Alek. Loved brother of Ken and Ron (Irene). Predeceased by his brother Bob. Special thanks to staff in the ICU at the Queensway Carleton Hospital for all their unbelievable care and support. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Baseline Rd. and Bayshore Dr.) Nepean on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment Pinecrest cemetery. Those wishing make memorial donations to the Queensway Carleton Hospital or to the charity of your choice.
