Date of Death: June 4th 2003
Edith Frances Read (Davis) Retired Teacher Carleton Board of Education Peacefully at the Hospice at May Court on her 80th birthday, June 4th, 2003, Edith joins her husband, Ainslie Read and parents, Arthur and Addie Davis. She is survived by her brother, Willard, of Dunrobin and her siser, Marian Lea, and her children, Rhondda MacKay, her husband Robin, Ainslie and Joan Read of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Marian and Ndoria Ikua of Rome, Italy, Laura and Barry Desclouds of Whitby, Ontario and Colin who shared her home. She will be missed by her beloved grandchildren, Ian, Timothy, David, Blake, Matthew, Andrew, Michael, Graeme, Ikua, Shiko, Ben, Nick and Josh. Born and raised in Dunrobin, Edith embraced life as a member of a large extended family, teacher, mother, community volunteer and world traveller. She lived each day to the fullest; with her positive attitude and high personal standards, she motivated others to be all that they could be. Her unconditional love extended to numerous close friends as well as her family. Friends may call at All Saints' Anglican Church, Westboro (347 Richmond Road) on Sunday, June 8th between 3 and 5 p.m. or 7 and 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be at All Saints' on Monday, June 9th at 11 a.m. with interment at St. Paul's Dunrobinat 3:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to All Saints' Westboro or The Hospice at May Court (114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, K1S 0X1). Edith deeply appreciated the help, companionship and kindness offered by so many that enriched her last few months. Special thanks to Dr. Mimeault, Dr. Ian Richardson and to the staff and volunteers at The Hospice at May Court for contributing to the dignity and quality of her last days.
Rigby, Freda
Date of Death: June 17th 2003
Rigby, Freda (nee Lee) Department of Fisheries 1950 - 1970 Peacefully at Carling view Manor, on Tuesday June 17, 2003 in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her husband William. Devoted mother of Lee (Bill Kinsman), and Bill. Grandmother to Anne and Bruce (Wendy Thomson) and great-grandmother of Kloe. Survived by her brother Edgar (Winsome) of Picton ON. Freda worked hard for her family and her church. Friends are invited to join the family for the Funeral Service at St. Matthias Anglican Church, 555 Parkdale Avenue, on Thursday June 19, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. Burial to follow at Pinecrest cemetery. For those who wish a donation to the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.
Ross, James Percy
Date of Death: May 23rd 2003
Ross, James Percy At the Queensway-Carleton Hospital on Friday, May 23, 2003, James Percy Ross in his 87th year, dearly loved husband of Patricia, for over 60 years. Loving and loved father of Andrew, Stephen, David (passed away last year), and Gordon; father-in-law of Wanda, Noriko, Terry, and Jean. Dear Papa of Scott, Shelby, Staci, Shannon, Jonathan, and Susan. Predeceased by his brother Robert, survived by his sisters Mona Bengston, and Thelma Croskery, his sister-in-law Marge Patterson and many nieces and nephews. Percy served with the Canadian Armed Forces during WWII from September 1939 until 1945. After the war he joined the Boy Scouts of Canada working in executive positions in New Brunswick, British Columbia and Ottawa. He retired in 1981 after 13 years as Chief Executive of the Boy Scouts of Canada. Following his retirement Percy continued to be active and was employed by the Anglican Book Store at the time of his death. Throughout his life Percy was an active member of the Anglican Church. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday at All Saints Anglican Church, 347 Richmond Road, Ottawa at 2 p.m. followed by interment at Pinecrest cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
Vaughn, Ernie
Date of Death: June 21st 2003
Vaughn, Ernie In loving memory of Ernie Vaughn who passed away on Saturday June 21, 2003, surrounded by his family in his 67th year. He will be remembered in our hearts and memories. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes 403 Richmond Rd., at Roosevelt, on Wednesday June 25, 2003 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Capital Memorial Gardens. In memory of his love for animals, a donation to the Ottawa Humane Society or the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. A special thank you to the staff of the Ottawa Civic Hospital Vascular Unit for their care.
Weir, Bruce Leland
Date of Death: June 2nd 2003
Weir, Bruce Leland At the Ottawa General Hospital, on Monday June 2, 2003, at the age of 57. Predeceased by his parents Allen and Evelyn. Dear brother of Richard (Ann), BC, Alana Corwin, VT, Ken, Brian, Gary, AB, Heather, BC, Janet; Bunny Pout and June Brown, Ottawa. Predeceased by brothers James, Alan and Glen. Survived by several nieces and nephews with a special closeness to Justin, and Mark Legault who shared his day-to-day life, Shannon and Chantal; Jeff, Jason, Kristi, Tracy, Garry, Shane, Jamie and Lori all of BC, had a special place in his heart and he spoke of you often. Special friend and neighbor Maxine "Mom" Allaby - to each I leave Love's Last Gift - Remembrance. Many thanks to Dr. Kim and I.C.U. staff at the General Hospital and especially to Ronald Gagner for the excellent care. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd., at Roosevelt, on Saturday June 14, 2003 from 10:00 a.m. until Memorial Service in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa-Carleton would be appreciated by the family.
Whitelaw, Hazel
Date of Death: June 19th 2003
Whitelaw, Hazel Peacefully at Perth Community Care on Thursday June 19, 2003 at the age of 95. Mother of Mavis Wilson. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd., at Roosevelt, on Saturday June 21, 2003, from 1:00 p.m. until Funeral Service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Burial to follow. For those who wish a donation to the Gideon's Society would be appreciated.
Green, Pearl Beatrice
Date of Death: June 17th 2003
Green, Pearl Beatrice (nee Lett) 1921 - 2003 Peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, June 17, 2003, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Alfred Green, for 63 years. Beloved sister of Alice Buckingham (the late Cliff), the late Mary Bedard (the late Hec), Joan Millward (John), the late Len (Sadie) and Hartley (Mary). She will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews and sadly missed by all. Cremation, no service.
Holmes, Florence
Date of Death: June 16th 2003
Holmes, Florence Peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, on Monday June 16, 2003 at the age of 85. Predeceased by her husband John. Loving mother of Marcus (Babra Loxterkamp). She will be dearly missed by her friend Lucelle Roberge and the rest of her family. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Rd., at Roosevelt, on Friday June 20, 2003, for the Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. For those who wish a donation to the Parkinson's Society would be appreciated by the family.
Leggate, James Ernest Cameron
Date of Death: June 12th 2003
LEGGATE, James Ernest Cameron WWII Veteran British Merchant Navy On Thursday, June 12th, 2003 James Ernest Leggate went to be with the Lord at the age of 89 years. He is survived by his beloved wife Grace Elizabeth (nee Hooper) Leggate, three sons Reverend Robert Leggate (Margaret Geddes), William Leggate (Lise Dumont), Allan Leggate (Padmini Fernando), and one daughter Myra Laffin (Barry). He leaves two sisters Bernince Collins and Lillian Armour. Sadly missed by his loving grandchildren Angela, Andrew, Rebekah, Tanya, Gregory, Kristine, Johanna and by his great-grandchildren Brandon, Victoria, Meaghan and Jocie. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 500 Viewmount Drive, Nepean. Interment Pinecrest cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
McEwen, Velma
Date of Death: June 9th 2003
McEwen - Velma In hospital on Monday, June 9, 2003 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Melvin McEwen. Dear mother of Noreen Kimble (Larry) of Carp. Predeceased by her daughter Carolyn Mowat. Loving grandmother Heather Brophy (Bill), Ross Mowat (Sue), Karl Mowat (Cheryl), Karen Koschade (Michael), Krista Mowat, Donna and Jody-Ann Kimble and great grandmother of Taylor, Owen, Kyndra, Jarret, Hanna, Aubrie and Alysa. Also survived by her son-in-law Bill Mowat (Robyn), and her sister Evelyn Casey. Predeceased by sister Orvilla Brownlee and brother Glen Craig. Friends may call at the Rideau Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr. Kars (East of Hwy 416) on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday at 2:30 p.m. Interment Rideauvale cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
