CRIPPEN, Ross
At the St. Vincent de Paul Hospital on May 25th, 2005, at the age of 84 years. Predeceased by his beloved wife Geraldine (Stone) Crippen on May 23rd, 2005, and also predeceased by his first wife Dorothy (Perry) Crippen in 1971. Loving father of Virginia Harper of Kanata and Perry Crippen (Sally) of Oakville. Fondly remembered by his granddaughter Alexandra Crippen of Oakville. Predeceased by sisters Susie and Eileen and by a son-in-law Mel Harper. Ross is also survived by his extended family Gail Reid, Bryan Pittman (Elaine), Donna Aimer (Brian), Marcia Pittman and Brenda Craig (John).
Family and friends may pay their respects at the Irvine Funeral Home and Chapel, 4 James Street East, Brockville on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 10 until 10:45 a.m. In celebration of Ross’ life, the Funeral Service will be held on Friday afternoon at 3 o’clock in St. Paul’s United Church, Prescott. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Maitland. In remembrance, donations to St. Paul’s United Church will be gratefully acknowledged.
CROMWELL, Eugene
On Monday, May 23, 2005 at Brockville General Hospital, at the age of 81 years. Beloved husband of the former Jean Sauvé. Loving father of Peter and his wife Edna of Ottawa, Robert and his wife Paulette of RR1, Brockville and Brian and his wife Nora of McDonald’s Corners. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Scott, Stephanie, Kyle, Melissa, Curtis and Steven. Also survived by his brothers-in-law Ed and Duke Sauvé, both of Montreal. Predeceased by a brother Raymond Hayton Cromwell in infancy and by brothers-in-law Peter, Giles and Louis Sauvé.
Family and friends may pay their respects at the Irvine Funeral Home and Chapel, 4 James Street East, Brockville on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Liturgy of the Christian Funeral will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church on Thursday at 10 a.m. Cremation and interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. In remembrance, donations to the Hospice of Providence Palliative Care will be gratefully acknowledged. Officers and members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 96 are requested to assemble for Veteran’s Service of Remembrance on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
McLARRY, John A. J.
John Albert Joseph McLarry, 71 years old, entered into rest on Saturday, May 14, 2005 at home with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife the former Iona Pearl Blanchard and seven children; Laura McLarry of Lanark, Richard McLarry and wife Louella of Brockville, Michael McLarry and wife Christine of Lanark, Liesa Senneker and husband Rick of North Augusta, Joe McLarry and wife Tammy of Brockville, Jason McLarry and wife Anita of Napanee and Ashley Rogers of Georgia; thirteen grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, close family friends James and Bonnie Shaw of Lyn, a brother Elmer McLarry and wife Elaine of Brockville, a sister Janie Lovegrove and husband Fred of Mallorytown, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his younger brother Leo.
A gathering of friends was held on Tuesday, May 17, 2005. Interment, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Maitland. Arrangements in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth 613-267-3765
MORROW, Robert “Bob” Steven
Suddenly on Friday, May 20, 2005 at the age of 45. Bob, loving and proud father of Ryan and Patrick Morrow and their mother Susan Brennan Morrow. Beloved son of Mardie Johnston and the late Robert Morrow. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his sisters Beth Muchmore and her husband Cliff and Susan Sager (the late Donald). He will be sadly missed by his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and his many friends. Bob is a member of the Brockville Sports Hall of Fame and a past President of the Kingston Township Little League Baseball Association.
Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (John Counter Blvd. at Highway 2) on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Maple Ridge Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the charity of your choice in Bob’s memory.
NICHOLSON, Jean
Mrs. Jean (Jeannie) Ruth Nicholson of Windsor at the Windsor Regional Hospital surrounded by family on Sunday, May 22, 2005 at the age of 74 years. Loving wife of the late Charles (Charlie) Nicholson. Dear mother of Nancy Nicholson of Windsor, Laurel Nicholson of Windsor, Beth Nicholson (Paul) of Brockville and David Nicholson (Michael) of Toronto. Will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Joel, Jennifer, Ashely and Emily and one great-granddaughter Matalyn. Also survived by two nieces Gail Kayuk and Cathy Horvath and by four nephews Alan Watkinson, Rick Nicholson, Michael and Matt Barnes. Predeceased by her parents William and Jean (Grierson) McKellar, and by one sister Nancy. She was a life master in bridge, had a keen interest in metaphysics, loved Florida and was a past member of the Opti Mrs Club.
Resting at the Wilson Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall from 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 26th. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of the Wilson Funeral Home on Friday, May 27, 2005 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Michael Hermann of Knox-St. Paul’s United Church officiating. Interment to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Cornwall. Visitation Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of Funeral. At the families request in lieu of flowers contributions to the Brain Injury Association of Ontario or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
TACKABERRY, Frank (Butch)
At his residence on Monday, May 23rd, 2005, Butch Tackaberry, age 50 years, of Plum Hollow. Loving son of Phyllis Tackaberry (nee Percival) and the late Arthur Tackaberry. Beloved friend of Lisa and her son Tyler. Dear father of Jordon Tackaberry (mother Tracy) of RR1, Athens. Fondly remembered by two brothers and one sister, George Tackaberry, Ron Tackaberry and his wife Joyce, all of Charleston Lake and Betty Tackaberry of Toronto. Predeceased by a sister-in-law Joan Tackaberry of Charleston Lake. Butch will be sadly missed by several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Friends may call at the Judson Funeral Home, Athens on Wednesday, May 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Private Family Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 26th at 11 a.m. Interment Plum Hollow Cemetery. For those wishing to make donations, a Trust Fund has been established for his son Jordon and will be gratefully acknowledged by his family.
TAYLOR, Garnet
At the Brockville General Hospital on May 24, 2005 in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Wanda Cooper. Dear father of Carol Bogart of Ottawa, Jean Grant of Prescott, Ruth Rodford of Smiths Falls, Richard (Dick) Taylor of Medicine Hat and John (Jack) Taylor of Cornwall. Sadly missed by fifteen grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Eileen Fisher and Muriel Pitt. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Garnet was a friend to many at the Legion Village, as well as a special friend of Ramona Lafrieniere of Brockville and Lily and Elizabeth Lane of Richmond Hill. Predeceased by a son Leonard, by sisters Helen Leslie, Flossie Amell and Dorothy Arthurs and by brothers Kenneth and Carl Taylor.
Family and friends may pay their respects at the Irvine Funeral Home and Chapel, 4 James Street East, Brockville from Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A celebration of Garnet's life will be held in the Chapel on Friday at 2 o'clock. Cremation will follow at Roselawn Crematorium, Maitland with interment at Cardinal United Cemetery at a later date. In memoriams to the charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged.
WATSON, Almeda Phyllis
In hospital, Brockville on May 23, 2005, at the age of 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Haley Watson. Dear mother of Michael and Allan Watson, Nancy Cassibo (Rick), Sharon Watson (Wayne), Jean Brown (Dale), Carl Watson (Judy), Margaret and Brenda Watson, Joan Dixon (Burt), Percy Watson (Marilyn), Joyce Massey and Cecil Watson. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Art, James, Eddie and Garnet Serson, Irene Young, Elsie Burtch and Myrtle Lafirst. Predeceased by parents Elgin and Annie Serson, daughters Cathy Watson and Barb Serson, daughter-in-law Beverley Watson, sons-in-law Fred Shaw and Russell Massey, grandson Percy Watson, brothers Robert, Douglas, Elmer, Billy and George Serson, and sisters Mildred O’Toole, Rita Fergus and Viola Salter.
Visitation at the Irvine Funeral Home, 4 James Street East, Brockville on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday at 11 a.m. with interment at Oakland Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Lung Association will be gratefully acknowledged.
WHITEHOUSE, Thomas James
Passed away in Burnaby, British Columbia on May 22, 2005 at the age of 68. He was born in Toronto on October 21, 1936. Tom was predeceased by his father Isaac Thomas Whitehouse, his mother Nellie Sarah Parker and his sister Margaret Helen Thorpe. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Leone, his son Randall Alan, daughter Christine Leigh and his grandsons Benjamin and Wil. Graduated from Ryerson Institute in 1957 with a degree in Metallurgical Technology. Tom was a long term employee of Microtel and Telus.
At Tom’s request there will be no service. Cremation entrusted to Valley View Memorial Gardens.
FORSYTH, Mary
Entered into rest at the Brockville General Hospital on Thursday, May 19, 2005. The former Mary Katherine Stitt of Brockville, age 86 years. Beloved wife of David Forsyth. Dear mother of William Gardiner and his wife Wendy of Burlington, Ian Gardiner, Sheila Brown and her husband John all of Scotland. Also survived by eleven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Will be greatly missed by friends Gerry and Carline Belanger, Mona Latham and their families. Predeceased by her parents Archibald and Mary (Bronx) Stitt, five brothers James, Ben, Will, Tom and Archie and four sisters Jenny, Meg, Bessie and Rouie.
Friends may call at the Barclay Funeral Home, 137 Pearl Street East, Brockville, Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, May 23rd, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Thornhill Cemetery, Scotland at a later date. In memoriams to the Canadian Cancer Society, Alzheimer Society or the St. Lawrence Lodge Building Fund would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.
