Suddenly at home on Monday, February 13, 2006. Beloved wife of Robert. Loving mother of Roger LeBlanc (Linda) and Dominique Menard. Cherished daughter of Collette Beland and the late Paul Beland. Dear sister of Rachel, Henry, Jacques Jack , Jocelyn, Francois, Daniel and Richard. Sister-in-law of Brian and Julie. Grandmother of six grandchildren. Friends may visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Thursday, February 16, 2006 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, February 17 at 1 p.m. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Gilberte (nee Bonneville) Birtch - 02/19/2006
Friday February 17, 2006, at St-Vincent s Hospital. Beloved wife and best friend of William (Bill) Birtch. Loving mother of Pauline Birtch (Charles Dutrisac) and of predeceased daughter Natalie. Cherished grandmother of Claire, Sophie and Genevi ve. Lovingly remembered by all for her caring and devotion towards everyone. In keeping with her wishes, a memorial service will be held at l glise Ste-Genevi ve, 825 Canterbury, Ottawa on February 24th at 11:00 am. Sincere thanks to the staff of the 5th floor of St-Vincent s Hospital. In memory of Gilberte, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Jean Blaney (Geldart) (Nee Gilmore) - 02/11/2006
Suddenly, in hospital, on Saturday, February 11th, 2006, at the age of 84. Predeceased by her only son Dale and husband Harold. Survived by her granddaughter Jennifer, grandson William (Bill), daughter-in-law Peggy, sister Eleanor (of St. Stephen, New Brunswick), many nieces, nephews and extended family in New Brunswick. Predeceased by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Her generous and loving spirit will be greatly missed. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, 70 James Street (at Kent Street) on Tuesday, February 14, 2006 at 11am. Interment Beechwood cemetery. Thank-you to the staff at the Civic Hospital ICU for their tender care. For those wishing, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Marjory Ayleene Bolick (nee Crabb) - 02/10/2006
In Ottawa on Thursday, February 9, 2006 in her 87th year. Beloved wife for 64 years of Watcil Bolick. Loving mother of Byron, Merle, the late Donna Cappon and the late Lenore Bolick. Cherished grandmother of Emily, Daniel, Andrew and Joe. She was a founder of the Canadian School Library Association and former Secondary School Library Co-ordinator for the Ottawa School Board. Marjory was a long time Librarian at Rideau High School and Glebe Collegiate. A Memorial Service will be held at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at 11:30am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Humane Society would be appreciated.
John Fraser Cameron - 02/12/2006
Peacefully died on the 10th of February, 2006, in Ottawa, Ontario, at age 80. Retired in 1990 from Environment Canada, where he served as a communications director and advisor, John worked as a volunteer for the Canadian Museum of Nature, Friends of Gatineau Park, which he helped found and the Ottawa Field Naturalist Club. A long time member of the RA Badminton and Tennis Clubs, he was also a keen cross country skier. John is survived by daughters Deborah and Rebecca and his brother Robert (Sandy). Donations in John s memory can be made to Friends of Gatineau Park C.P./P.O. 1817 Chelsea, Quebec, J9B 1A1. Funeral arrangements in care of Memorial Funeral Home. A Celebration of John Life is to be held in Wakefield, Quebec in spring 2006. A notice of the Memorial s details will be forthcoming.
Phillip Robert Carr - 02/19/2006
Suddenly on Saturday, February 18, 2006 in his 61st year. Born July 30, 1945, the son of Hugh Carr and Ruby Salter. He leaves behind his wife and friend Louise ( Th riault ), his daughter Delphine Carr Albert ( David ). Cherished grandfather of Mackenzie and Delaney Albert. Dear brother of William Mills ( Monique ), Mary Ann Charbonneau ( Conrad ), sisters-in-law Pauline, Nicole and Monique Th riault. He will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. To honour Phil, we are requesting jeans, cowboy boots and casual wear. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Tuesday, February 21, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 1 p.m.. Interment to follow at Pinecrest cemetery.As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institutue would be appreciated.
Phillip Robert Carr - 02/19/2006
Suddenly on Saturday, February 18, 2006 in his 61st year. Born July 30, 1945, the son of Hugh Carr and Ruby Salter. He leaves behind his wife and friend Louise ( Th riault ), his daughter Delphine Carr Albert ( David ). Cherished grandfather of Mackenzie and Delaney Albert. Dear brother of William Mills ( Monique ), Mary Ann Charbonneau ( Conrad ), sisters-in-law Pauline, Nicole and Monique Th riault. He will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. To honour Phil, we are requesting jeans, cowboy boots and casual wear. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Tuesday, February 21, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 1 p.m.. Interment to follow at Pinecrest cemetery.As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institutue would be appreciated.
Eileen May Cavey - 02/10/2006
Gone but never forgotten - Isaiah 49:15-18. On February 9, 2006, peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer, in her 82nd year. Mom went to be with the Lord. She will be greatly missed. Her years of selfless service and love for her children, grandchildren, friends and church family made a lasting impact that will remain as a faithful testimony of her love and devotion to God. She is predeceased by her husband Bert by 8 years, with whom she celebrated 53 years of marriage. She leaves behind her children Ruth (Dave Dobson) of Montreal and their sons David (Lori) (great-grandson Carter) and Jonathan; Bill (Nancy) of Winnipeg and their sons Timothy, Philip, Andrew and Peter; Dan (Sharon) and their children Luke, Stephen, Jonathan, Bethanna, Amy (deceased) and Michael; and Lois (David Ingels) of Winnipeg and their children Rachel, Joshua, Jason and Rebecca. She was predeceased by her brother Blaney (Jean) Sproule and will be fondly remembered by her sisters Lois Sproule and Joyce (Harold Grierson). She will be sadly missed by her brother-in-law Art (Joyce) Cavey. Fred (Lois) Cavey and her sister-in-law Wilma (Don Skemer) and all her nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Sunday, February 12, 2006 from 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Metropolitan Bible Church, 453 Bank Street (at Gladstone) on Monday, February 13 at 10 a.m. with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers those wishing may make donations to the Metropolitan Bible Church Building Fund. 2 Timothy 4: 6-8.
George Arthur Cowley - 02/07/2006
(1930-2006) On February 5th, 2006 in Ottawa after a long illness fought with grace and good humour. Much loved husband and friend of Deborah Cowley, father of Christopher (Alena Dvorakova) and Geoffrey (Nancy Alilovic), grandfather of Eliska and brother of Dr. Marion Rogers of Vancouver and Elisabeth Cowley of London, England. George's life was marked by a passionate dedication to Canada's Foreign Service, a genuine kindness to all those he met, and a true spirit of adventure that carried him to most corners of the world. With heartfelt thanks to the devoted and caring staff at the Ottawa Grace Manor and to many loyal friends who have been so supportive. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at 11a.m. on Friday, February 10th at All Saints Anglican Church, Sandy Hill, Ottawa, corner of Chapel and Laurier. If you wish, a donation, in George's name, to the Ottawa Grace Manor, 1156 Wellington St., Ottawa, ON, K1Y 2Z4 would be appreciated.
J. Creighton Douglas - 02/06/2006
Canadian Marconi Co., and CFCF (radio and TV) Montreal, National Film Board. Can. Gov't Exhibition Commission, IMAX Corporation, Oakville, ON.
Suddenly on 6 February 2006, age 81. Elder son of the late Cedric and Marjorie (nee Bridgette) of Sutton, QC. Survived by his wife of 58 years Althea (nee McCoy). Also survived by a nephew, Dr. David Douglas and 2 nieces Debbie Armstrong and Sharon Westbrook. Predeceased by his brother Bob Douglas. Creighton received his B.Sc and a graduate Diploma in Management from McGill University. With Canadian Marconi Company he was part of the team that brought television to the United Nations in New York in 1950, then moved from television to radio as Engineering Manager of CFCF (Montreal). At Expo 67 he was Manager of the NFB Labyrinth Pavillion. In 1968 he joined the National Film Board and went on to other government assignments: Government Exhibition Commission, Habitat Conference, before joining IMAX corporation in 1981. He "retired" to Ottawa in 1991. In Ottawa he turned to translation and worked as a volunteer on the Boards of ATIO and CTIC. He was one of the group of translators who worked on the New York Museum of Modern Art's POSITIF 50 Years; Selections from the French Film Journal. He also co-authored, with his wife Althea, Canadian Railway Records, a Guide for Genealogists (Toronto, 1994). Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street Ottawa on Friday, February 10, 2006 from 1:30pm until service time in the Chapel at 2:30pm. Reception to follow. Those wishing may make donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation.
