Hartley, Katherine Alden RN (née Slack)
KGH Nursing Alumni
Peacefully, with her family by her side, in her 95th year, at Starwood Nursing Home, on Monday, April 19, 2010. Much loved wife of the late Levern. Dear mother of Owen (Christine) and Robert (Connie). Cherished Nana to Jennifer (James Boyce) and Krysta (Joey Gibbons), Mike Moffatt and Will, great–grandmother of JJ, Dreas and Sophie. Predeceased by her brothers Carmen and Don. Special thanks to the staff at Starwood for their care and kindness over the years. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Sunday, April 25th from 1:00 pm until time of Memorial Service to be held in the Chapel at 2:00 pm, followed by reflections and refreshments. In lieu of flowers, donations to Starwood Family Support Group or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Millar, James Silver
(owner of the House of Scotland)
April 19, 1927 – December 25, 2006 The family of Jim Millar wishes to announce his passing on Christmas morning, after a valiant five month struggle with cancer. Born in Glasgow, Scotland on April 19, 1927, Jim immigrated to Canada in the 1950’s, however, as a proud (and stubborn) Scot, he never for a moment, lost sight of his roots. Pre-deceased by his second wife Audrey (MacLeod) of Ottawa, parents and sisters in Scotland, Jim will be lovingly remembered by sister Alexa Duncan (John) of the Isle of Arran, Scotland, daughters Tammie Millar-Wallace (Jeff) of Ottawa, Jamie Millar-Dixon of Vancouver, son Ian (Christine) of Stoney Creek, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As a beloved Papa to Kelsie and Taylor, and Opa to Ryan and Danielle, he will be sorely missed. The family is most grateful for the care and support received from Dr. Susan Gick, Home Palliative Care, Dr. Scott Laurie at the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre, Dr. Benoit, at the Neurology Unit of the Ottawa Civic Hospital, and John, who could always locate a soccer match for them to enjoy! We also wish to personally thank Dad’s many close friends, acquaintances, the 151 bus stop club, House of Scotland customers and colleagues for their love, support and friendship. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road, Nepean (between Bayshore Dr. and Baseline Rd.) on Sunday from 2 – 4 p.m. A memorial service will commence in the Chapel at 4:00 pm, with a reception to celebrate his life to follow in the Maple Terrace Room. By respectful request, no flowers please however, in memoriam, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Brown, Neville Harold
Veteran WWII, Retired - Hydro Quebec
Peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 in his 91st year. Loving husband of the late Letitia (née Young). Treasured father of Karen, Cheryl and Paula. Cherished grandfather of Jane and Heidi; Charles; Myles, Dustin, Brandon and Reid, and great-grandfather to Joshua; Iain, Charlotte and Kate. Predeceased by one sister and three brothers. He will also be greatly missed by his dear friend Joan, as well as by many extended family and friends. Neville was an avid sportsman who enjoyed golfing and keeping active with his regimented daily walking, playing bridge and was a gifted writer. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Saturday, April 24th from 3:00 pm until time of Memorial Service which will be held in the Chapel at 5:00 pm, followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Neville’s memory to the Ottawa Mission or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Boyle, Phyllis Edna Sarah
Born July 25, 1926 in Cobalt, Ontario; passed away April 12, 2010, in her own apartment, fiercely independent to the end. As a young woman, Phyllis attended business college and studied comptometry, graduated at the top of her class, and worked for E. B. Eddy for 35 years. She was also an enthusiastic rock-hound, wedding photographer, coin collector, CB radio operator, traveller and dog walker. Phyllis was predeceased by her parents Henry Boyle and Mary Taylor, her husband Bill Zanikowski, her brother Edgar Boyle, and her nephew Brian Boyle. She will be sadly missed by Barbara, and her nieces Bev and Kathy, and her nephews David, Garvin and Norman, and their families. She will also be missed by her good friends Hugh and Ruth, Donna, Marg, Gladys, Maggie, cousin Ethel, and many, many others, as well as a myriad of canine friends. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt), Ottawa on Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 10:30 a.m. until time of her celebration of life service at 11:30 a.m. Reception to follow. Interment at the family plot at the Sand Point cemetery in a private ceremony at a later date.
Allen, Marjorie
passed away at the age of 86 in Buckingham Hospital surrounded by family. She is survived by her sister Mabel Lefebvre and sister in law Lucille Allen. She will be sadly missed by her four special nieces Heather Moore, Susan Allen Villeneuve, Linda Allen and Jane Lefebvre. Family and friends may pay their respects at CADIEUX TUBMAN FUNERAL HOME, 322 avenue de Buckingham, Gatineau on Thursday, April 22, 2010 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory followed by the internment at St-Gregoire cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Seguin, Lore (nee Bleiholder)
Lost her battle with cancer on April 21, 2010 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Roger for over 57 years. Loving mother of Susan (Peter) and James (Patricia). Dear Oma of Curtis, Natalie, Zachary and Faith; great-grandmother of Leah and Ella. Sadly missed by family and friends in both Canada and Germany. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Baseline and Bayshore Drive) on Monday, April 26, 2010 from 12noon until service time in the chapel at 1 p.m. followed by interment at Pinecrest cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.
Schissler, Frances
Frances Schissler passed away peacefully on April 20, 2010, at the Carleton Place Manor. Predeceased by her brothers Philip (Alice), James (Jane Bishop) and her sister Laura. Beloved sister-in-law of Jane Bishop and beloved aunt of Mary Simpson (Jim), Maureen, Elise (Larry), Tom (Elizabeth), Kate (Bill) and Peter (Jacqueline). Frances will be sorely missed by Elsie, Gladys, Tony and Kristine and her other friends in the Toronto area, several great and great-great nephews, nieces, and “Scooter.” Following her retirement from the Curtis Publishing Company, Frances was active with many interests such as her volunteer work in Toronto with the Canadian Cancer Society. Besides spending many hours in her garden, she provided family members with a regular supply of knitted clothing and enjoyed travelling the world with friends. Her terrific sense of humour was enjoyed by many. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation will take place on Friday April 30, 2010, between 12:00 and 2:00pm, followed by a memorial service at 2:00pm in the chapel of Tubman Funeral Home in Carleton Place at 61 Lake Ave. W. There will be an interment in Victoria Harbour, Ontario, later in May. The family would like to thank all of the wonderful staff at the Carleton Place Manor as well as Rachel Rice and Brenda Paquette for their special care in Frances’ final days.
Vezina, J. Andre "Andy"
Veteran WWII, P.Eng., Retired Department of Environment
Peacefully in hospital on Wednesday, April 21, 2010. Much loved husband of Doreen (nee McConnell). Proud and loving father of Ann-Marie. He is also survived by his brother Jacques, sisters Fernande Simard and Louise Vezina, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by one brother and two sisters. At Andy's request, a Private Memorial Service will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Parkinson's Society of Ottawa would be appreciated.
Monahan, Marion
Peacefully in hospital on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at the age of 57 years. Marion Ruth Monahan, beloved daughter of the late John and Pearl Monahan. Predeceased by her brothers John and Michael. Dear aunt of Charity, Miranda and Jason. Marion will be forever loved and remembered by her best friends John Roblin and Sandy Bentham. Friends may call at the Carleton Place Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 61 Lake Avenue West, Carleton Place on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, 28 Hawthorne Avenue, Carleton Place on Thursday at 1 p.m. For those who wish, please consider a donation in Marion’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Boocock, Dr. John Roger Brooke
September 12, 1936 – April 15, 2010
passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband of Freda (nee Nichols). Dearly loved father of Jonathan (Terri) and Peter (Deanna). Cherished Grandad of Brooke, Nicole, Sarah, Jamie and Emily. Special son of Maggie Nichols. Brother of David (Pat) and uncle of Graeme and Heather. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Dunrobin on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Dunrobin or the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital would be appreciated.
Adams, Inez Doreen
Peacefully at her home in St. Patrick’s Home, Ottawa, Ontario on Monday, December 25, 2006 at age 83. Inez Doreen Campbell, wife of the late John Edward Adams. Sister of Merle Ostrander. Survived by nieces and nephews. Inez is predeceased by her parents Wilfred and Kathleen Campbell and by her brother Lawrence and by a sister Lucille. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service in the spring at United Cemeteries Carleton Place. For those who wish, memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of the Tubman Kerry Funeral Home, Carleton Place Chapel, 61 Lake Avenue West, Carleton Place.
McCooeye, Cecil Wesley
Peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2010 in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Merle (Potter). Dear father of Cathy (Gordie Gallinger), Pamela (Frank Gatto) and the late Kenneth. Brother Harold (late Gail). Predeceased by brothers Allan and Percy and sisters Addie (Cliff), Ethel and Doris. Cecil will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Sylvana, Angelo, Angel, Genie, Jason, Shawna, Allisa, Adam and great grandchildren Joshua, Brianna, Olivia, Sophia, Akayla as well as his sister-in law Nadia. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Baseline Rd. and Bayshore Dr.), Nepean on Thursday, April 29th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, April 30th at 11 a.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to The War Amps of Canada, 2827 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON K1V 0C4.
St. Jean, Philippe
Peacefully at the Montfort Hospital on April 23, 2010 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Louise (née Dubois). Cherished father of André (Leanne), Brian, Patrick (Danielle), Michel (Brenda) and Debbie (Joseph). Loving grandfather of Monique, Raymond, Amanda, Marc, Véronique, Caroline, Taylor, Scott, Matthew and James. Dear brother of Roger (Lilianne), Laurette (Royal), Armand (Ann) and Richard (Denise). Also survived by his mother-in-law Isabelle Dubois, former spouse Barbara Leclair, his step children Linda, Jean and many extended family and friends. Friends may call at St. Francis of Assise Roman Catholic Church, 1064 Wellington Street West, Ottawa on Thursday, April 29, 2010 from 10 a.m. until mass time at 11 a.m. For those who wish, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Johnson, Edward Joseph
Suddenly on Sunday, April 25, 2010 at the age of 73 years. Loving husband for 26 years of Sheila (nee Lynch). Much loved father of Rob (Shelly), Hal (Diane Lacroix), Michael, David (Kelly McLuskie), Lesley McGrath, Mary, Scott and Eric. Grampa Ed will be missed by his 11 grandchildren. Survived by his sisters Margaret (Fred Herzog) and Barbara (Dave Armstrong) and by his 6 nieces. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Thursday from 6-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held in the chapel Friday at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Heyes, Victor John
1923-2010
R.C.A.F. - WWII and Regular Force
Public Works Canada (Retired)
Victor (Vic) passed away peacefully at the Perley & Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre, on Sunday, April 25, 2010. Predeceased by his beloved wife Margaret and all his siblings; brother William and sisters Alice (Stinton), Anne (Bucci) and Elsie (Durocher).Sadly mourned by his children John (Barbara), Judy (Dan Mysak) and Tim (Vivian). Grampy will be missed by his loving grandchildren Simon, Grace, Christopher and Madeline. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Victor served with Bomber Command in WWII and spent many years in the post war R.C.A.F, including postings to 2 (F) Wing Grostenquin and 1 (F) Wing Marville France. He also worked in the federal public service at Transport Canada and Public Works Canada as the departmental security officer. Victor was an avid fisherman (Innisville) and lover of the great outdoors and was a long time member and past president of the National Defence HQ Fish & Game Club. He also enjoyed curling, playing cards and cribbage. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the wonderful Rideau South nurses, staff and volunteers of the Perley & Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre. Their exceptional care and compassion and ever-present cheerfulness made Dad’s final months comfortable and happy. Special thanks to Trudy, to whom Dad ascribed “the voice of an angel” whose singing and attention, brought much joy to an old man at the end of his days. Friends may pay their respects at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Thursday, April 29th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Richard’s Anglican Church, 8 Withrow Avenue on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment at Capital Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memoriam donations to Christie Lake Camp (christielakekids.com) or the Perley & Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre (prvch.com) would be appreciated.
Somerton, Josiah Jacob James
September 28, 2009 ~ April 22, 2010
After a long struggle on April 22, 2010 in his mothers arms at CHEO just shy of 7 months. Beloved son of Kennedy and Catherine Somerton. Loving brother of Susanna and Joshua. Cherished grandson of Helen and Ross Phillips. Dear nephew of David Lancaster and Mark McAllister. Special thank you to all of you, to the pastors of the Metropolitan Bible Church, the Woman to Woman Group, the staff at CHEO, the Ottawa General, and midwife Jan Teevan for all the care and support. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 2to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Celebration of Life will be held at the Metropolitan Bible Church, 2176 Prince of Wales Drive on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the CHEO foundation or the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, General Campus would be appreciated.
