CONNOLLY, Lawrence J. - Died on Monday, June 22, 2009 at Sault Ste. Marie at the age of 89. Survived by his loving and devoted wife, Agnes O'Grady, and his sons Jerry (Donna) of Echo Bay, Tom (Shirley) of Ottawa, Dan (Rose) of Houston, Texas, Ryan (Lois) of Bruce Mines, and daughters, Carol (David Peachman) of Whitecourt, Alberta, and Lorna (Rick Beattie) of Sault Ste. Marie. He also leaves behind 15 grandchildren Deanna, Autumn, Patrick, Celia, Jill, Karen, Jeff, Adam, Erica, Bridget, Katie, William, Emily, Meghan and Amanda and 5 great grandchildren. Lawrence was born in Haileybury on March 15, 1920, the second child of Patrick Connolly and Margaret Maney. He is survived by two sisters, Teresa Toohey of Essex, ON and Mary Chlan of Elliot Lake. He was predeceased by his sister Eunice Copps, and brothers Jim, Patrick, Joseph and Con and two great grandchildren, Lily and Landon. When he was age 12 his family moved to Kirkland Lake and he attended Kirkland Lake Collegiate and Vocational School, where he excelled both academically and in sports. After the outbreak of World War II Lawrence enlisted on November 4, 1941 and was trained as a pilot. He was sent to England on the ocean liner, the Queen Mary, leaving New York harbour on March 9, 1943. He was promoted to a Flying Officer and flew Wellington and Lancaster bombers, while stationed on the Isle of Man. At the end of the war and upon discharge from the Air Force on December 1, 1945 he returned home to Kirkland Lake where he married on May 25, 1946 the love of his life, Agnes O'Grady, the youngest daughter of Thomas M. O'Grady and Bridget Ryan of Charlton, ON. Lawrence found employment with Teck Hughes Gold Mine in Kirkland Lake and soon became Mill Foreman. In 1957 he moved with his growing family to Elliot Lake where he was employed in management with Denison Mines. He retired from Denison in 1985 and concentrated on his love of gardening and voracious reading. Lawrence had built a second home in Laird Township, adjacent to his eldest son's farm and he spent his retirement summers attending to his ever expanding gardens. In later years he took up residence at Collegiate Heights Retirement Residence, but kept his home and beloved gardens in Laird. Lawrence served his community as a Grand Knight in the Knights of Columbus and was active for many years in the Credit Union movement. His gentle spirit, coupled with his strong-willed personality will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Friends are invited to visit the family at the ARTHUR FUNERAL HOME, 492 Wellington Street E., Sault Ste. Marie on Thursday, June 25, 2009 between the hours of 6 :00 pm and 9:00 pm. A funeral Mass at St. Jerome's Church, 26 Carmel Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON on Friday, June 26, 2009 at 10 am. Burial will follow in Laird Cemetery. Memorial donations to the St. Jerome's Memorial Fund or Sault College S.B.A. would be appreciated.
Beverly Michelin
MICHELIN, Beverly - January 1, 1947 - June 24, 2009 - In loving memory of Beverly Michelin who passed away at the St. Catharines General Hospital. Survived by Martin, daughter Cindy and grandchildren David, Dustin, and Patrisha. Her sisters Gracie and Bill Clute and Viola and Tom Campbell. Predeceased by Violet and Harry Michelin and brother Jimmy. The family will receive friends at the HULSE & ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 75 Church St. (905-684-6346) on Friday, June 26, 2009 from 9:15 to 11:00 am. Funeral service to follow in the Chapel at 11:00 am.
“For everything you ever gave hopefully this will pave your way to a better place for you to stay. If anyone deserves this path, it is you mother, for happiness and peace. So may God put you in a place called heaven for all the good things you have given.“
Howard John Carew
CAREW, Howard John - Suddenly at the Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay on Wednesday June 24, 2009 in his 80th year. Adored and cherished husband of Edna Carew (nee Hooper) for 48 years. His passions were farming, antique tractors and curling. Dearly loved father of Mark and his wife Deborah (Hamilton), Jackie and her husband Gerry Murison and Jeff and his wife Jacquie (Chong). Cherished grandfather of Joe Murison and fiancée Judy Wilson, Steve Murison, Richard Carew and Claire Carew. Dearly loved son-in-law of Grace Gillies. Survived by his sister Mary and her husband Don Weaver, his brother Richard and his wife Bonnie (nee Todd) and their families. Predeceased by his parents John and Velma (nee Harrison) Carew. Family and friends will be received at the COMSTOCK FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 356 Rubidge Street on Friday June 26th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. A private family service will be held Saturday June 27, 2009. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Howard's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Milton Colwill
COLWILL, Milton - Suddenly at his home in Owen Sound on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009. Milton Russell Colwill, of Owen Sound, in his 76th year. Dearly beloved husband of the late Jean Colwill (nee Howes). Loving father of James and Bob Colwill, both of Owen Sound. Proud grandfather of Chantel, Dustin, Russell and Aaron Colwill. Dear brother of John Morden and his wife, Donna, of Caledon and Robert Hooker, of Brampton. Predeceased by his parents, three brothers and one sister. A Funeral Service for Milton Colwill will be held in the Chapel of the BRIAN E. WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 250 - 14th Street West, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K - 3X8 (519-376-7492) on Friday, June 26th, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation two hours prior to service. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. If so desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society as your expression of sympathy.
Ralph Douglas Pickering
PICKERING, Reverend Ralph Douglas - Suddenly at Picton, on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009, Reverend Ralph Douglas Pickering, of Picton, at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Reta. Loving father of Muren and his partner Donna of Picton, Robin and his fiancée Teresa of Ottawa, Gail and her husband Michael Halloran of Ohio, Michael Jackson of Toronto and Valerie Brown of Penetang. Dear brother of Shirley Colliver and Peggi Wood and the late Stuart, Burton, Betty Buchan, Lenore Soaper and Dorothy MacDonald. Loved and missed by his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Celebration of Reverend Pickering's life will be held at Picton United Church, on Monday, June 29th at 10:30 A.M. Interment Glenwood Cemetery. If desired, donations to Picton United Church or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family and can be paid by Visa, Mastercard or Debit at the funeral home. Friends may call at the church on Monday from 9:30 till 10:30 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the WHATTAM FUNERAL HOME 33 Main Street, Picton, ON.
Carol Mayer
MAYER, Carol - The family announces with profound sadness the sudden passing at home on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, in her 67th year; Carol Mayer (nee Clavette); beloved wife of the late Alex Mayer (1996); loving mother of Donna Baluk and her husband Peter, David, Richard Mayer and his wife Nycole; cherished Grandma of Amber, Krystal and Peter Baluk, Christopher, Kimberly, Benjamin, Alexander and Elisabeth Mayer. Carol will be dearly missed by longtime companion Rick Tate. Survived by her sister Doreen McDougald of Cornwall and sister-in-law Edith Clavette of Brantford. Predeceased by her brother Richard Clavette and sister Claire Vincent. Carol will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends at the “THORPE BROTHERS' FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL”, 96 West Street, on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM with Parish Prayers at 4 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, 9 Waverly Street, on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at 10 AM. Cremation to follow. Donations in memory of Carol may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the S.P.C.A. THORPE BROTHERS'
Frances Mary (nee Murless) Bloye
BLOYE, Frances Mary (nee Murless) - What a woman, what a life . . . Fran lived her life full of adventure, tenacity and determination. There was never any challenge too great that did not warrant her remarkable ability “to get the job done”. She was CEO of her domain and a true matriarch of her family. Fran will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Max. He was her devoted partner in a world filled with family, travel and great adventures. As a wonderful mother and role model, she will also be missed by her daughters Cheryl Campbell, and her husband Bill, and Susan Brister, and her late husband Gordon and partner Craig Hunter, and by Kimberly (deceased). Her boundless love will always be kept in our hearts. Fran took great joy in her grandchildren Megan, Darcy, Laurel (deceased), Erin, Beth and Lindsay, who affectionately called her “Frama“. It was Frama who taught them how to swim, bake brownies and expertly dust a living room. Frama was also able to meet and spend time with her three great grandchildren Riley, Ava and Amelia. She was fortunate to have engaged four generations with her boundless love and energy. Fran was born in 1925 and raised by adventurous parents who criss-crossed the ocean and Canada in search of a new life in a new country. It was while on a stay with family in Wales that Fran decided to enlist in the Royal Canadian Air Force at the young age of 17. While serving in medical service in London, England, she met and married Max. They stayed in the Air Force and moved to many new and different locations. At each new posting, Fran put her talents to good use by organizing and volunteering with various groups. Her favourite group was the Girl Guides, where she mentored young girls and taught new recruits many skills, values and the joy of Guiding. To the very end she was a member of the Trefoil Guild with Max by her side supporting her endeavours. Fran's passions were numerous from smocking, gardening, stained glass, to writing beautiful poetry and stories. But, her real joy was the time spent with her grandchildren. Surrounded in a loving circle of family and friends, Fran (Frama) passed away peacefully at Parkwood Hospital on June 20, 2009. The family would like to thank everyone at Parkwood, especially those on 5 B South, for the affection they showed and the selfless and compassionate care they gave to Fran. We invite all those whose lives where touched by Frances Mary Bloye to attend a celebration of her life at Parkwood Hospital, London, Ontario at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2009. Expressions of sympathy and donations to Parkwood Veteran's Care or the Alzheimer's Society.
