Date of Death: March 19th 2003
CUNNINGHAM, Ruth Lena (Crawford) Born in Newcastle Creek, New Brunswick, May 28, 1912, Ruth ended her life’s journey in her 91st year on Wednesday, March 19, 2003 in Ottawa. A lady of great compassion, love and caring, Ruth was one of eleven children. She is survived by six sisters, five of whom live in New Brunswick. She will be forever in the hearts of her husband Donald and their four children Leslie (Terry) Forbes, David (Janet), Harris (Lynn), and Janice Cunningham who in their sorrow at her passing are thankful for her courage, steadfast faith and loving devotion. Granny to six grandchildren and Great Gran to five, Ruth’s hugs, encouragement, love, homemade bread and cookies will be greatly missed as she was a special lady in their lives. The family are indebted to the staff of the Rehabilitation Centre Section A, and thank them for their loving and compassionate care of Ruth. A service of Thanksgiving for Ruth’s life will be held on Sunday, March 23rd at 3 pm, at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2200 Benjamin Avenue. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Ruth’s memory to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or your favourite charity.
Curran: Clifford Cecil
Date of Death: December 25th 2003
CURRAN - At his residence on December 25, 2003, CLIFFORD CECIL CURRAN, age 81 of Sarnia. Cherished brother of Harry Curran & his wife Clara, and the late Charlie Curran (1993). Dear uncle of Jeff Curran & wife Mary Lou, Charlesworth, David Curran, Pt. Edward and Michele Love Curran, North Bay. Great Uncle of Kyle and Chris Curran. Special friend of Mary Fisher. Cliff was a retiree of J.L. Hudson in Detroit with over 30 years service, a member of St. Andrews Senior's, and a member of the Strangway Centre. Cliff was a WWII veteran who served in the Armed Forces, Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Monday 3-5 p.m. Funeral service will be held 12:30 p.m. Tuesday in the McKenzie & Blundy Chapel. Cremation to follow. Interment at Lakeview cemetery at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 774 London Rd., Sarnia, N7T 4Y1
Czombos: Bert
Date of Death: November 18th 2003
Czombos, Bert peacefully at home on Tuesday November 18, 2003 at the age of 71. Beloved husband of Margaret (Ribble) for 46 years. Loving father of Bert Czombos and his wife Laura, Windsor and Catharine Leko and husband David, Drumbo, Ontario. Dearest grandfather of Davis Czombos and Thomas, Luke and Emily Leko. Dear brother of Lenke Balogh and her late husband Peter, Margaret Kalapos and husband Steve, Ethel Golden and her late husband Norton, the late Julius Czombos, Eileen Czombos and John Czombos and wife Laura. Bert will also be remembered by many brothers and sisters in law, and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Bert retired from Champion Spark Plug after 36 years of service. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 87 Maidstone Ave. East, Essex (776-4233) on Wednesday 7-9 pm and Thursday 2-5 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service to celebrate Bert’s life from the funeral home on Friday November 21st, 2003 at 1:00 pm. George Bisnett officiating. Entombment Windsor Memorial Gardens cemetery. Donations made to Windsor Regional Cancer Centre or Hospice of Windsor & Essex County would be appreciated.
Davidson: Barbara
Date of Death: February 11th 2003
DAVIDSON, Barbara Peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, February 11, 2003. Beloved wife of Don. Loving mother of Sandy (Gayle) and Keith. Cherished grandmother of Crystal, Jessica and Michael. At her request, there will be no visitation or service.
Davis: William
Date of Death: February 24th 2003
Davis – William (Bill) Suddenly at Blue Sea Lake on Monday, February 24, 2003 in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Barbara Fleck. Dear father of Bill (Lori) of London, Ontario and Brenda McCrea (Ed) of Ottawa. Loving grandfather of Cheryl and Laurel. Brother Lionel Davis. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes 3440 Richmond Rd. Nepean (between Baseline Rd. and Bayshore Dr.) on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 971 Woodroffe Ave. on Friday at 11 a.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Parkinson’s Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Dean: Robert Elden
Date of Death: March 30th 2003
DEAN, Robert Elden Peacefully in his sleep, after a two month illness, we announce the passing of our much loved father in his 85th year on Sunday, March 30, 2003 at Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga. Beloved husband of late Margery Ethel, devoted father of Allenna, Ruth and Brian, grandfather of Sarah and Brendan and uncle of Deanna. Respected friend, uncle and brother-in-law. ‘Bob’ will be well remembered for his sense of humour, his love for the outdoors and enthusiasm for fishing. He was also a long time member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Special thanks to the staff of Credit Valley Hospital and Dr. Inouye who demonstrated such care and compassion. Friends and family may call at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd, Nepean. (between Bayshore Drive and Baseline Road) on Tuesday April 1st from 2-5 and 7-9. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday April 2nd at 10 AM. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. A reception will follow in the Maple Terrace Room, at the funeral home. If desired, a donation to the Lung Association or the Canadian Hard of Hearing Society would be appreciated.
Delorme: Eva Marie
Date of Death: December 3rd 2003
DELORME - With her family at her side, at London Health Sciences Centre - University Campus, on Wednesday, December 3, 2003, EVA MARIE DELORME (DUGUAY), age 76 of Sarnia. Beloved wife for 42 years of Gilles. Cherished mother of Josee & her husband Steve Mestancik, Sarnia. Grandma of Shane, Corey, and Mitchell. Sister of Wilfred Duguay & wife Betty, Andre Duguay & wife Anita, Simone Duguay, Rita Duguay, Leo Duguay & wife Rita, Jean-Guy Duguay & wife Georgette, Arthur Duguay & wife Sharon, and Emile Duguay & wife Anna. Sister-in-law of Jeanine Meloche, Lise Delorme & husband Henri Marchand, and Francine Verreault & husband Gervais. Predeceased by parents Alexandre & Calixte (Tremblay) Duguay. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Sunday 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, December 8, 2003 in the McKenzie & Blundy Chapel. Cremation to follow with interment Resurrection cemetery 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2003. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the London Health Science CentreUniversity Campus I.C.U. 339 Windemere Rd. London N6A 5A5.
Dinsmore: Lois Jean
Date of Death: December 13th 2003
DINSMORE, Lois Jean At the Sunset Manor, on December 13, 2003. Lois Dinsmore (nee Dobson) of Anten Mills ( Barrie ) in her 75th year. Beloved wife of Ken Dinsmore of 55 years. Dear mother of Douglas (Judy) of Ottawa, Jerry (Sheila) of Paris, Ted of Paris, Dell (Kim) of Barrie, and Randy (Wendy) of Minesing. Predeceased by son Robert in 1961. Sister of Marguerite Dick, Audrey LaPlante, William Dobson, and the late Norma Nixon, Kenneth Dobson, and Raymond Dobson. She was a loving grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Friends called at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOME (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie, on Monday, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, December 16, at 1pm. Spring Interment Grenfel cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Dix: Anne
Date of Death: May 14th 2003
DIX, Anne (nee Hansen) Peacefully on Wednesday, May 14th, 2003 in hospital in her 93rd year. Loving mother of Lillian Miller (Donald) and Ronald Val Dix (Mona). Beloved grandmother of Mary-Ann, Ronald Victor, Donald Robert and great-grandmother of Joshua and Nicholas. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt), on Tuesday May 20th, 2003 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Funeral service in the Chapel at 2 p.m., followed by interment Capital Memorial Gardens. In memory of Anne, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Dodds: Melvyn Ross
Date of Death: May 19th 2003
Dodds - Melvyn Ross Peacefully in his sleep on Monday, May 19, 2003 age 80 years. Beloved husband of Elva Blundell. Dear father of Melva Kelley (Jim), Dianne Galbraith (Larry) and Eldon (Esther) all of Ottawa, Joe (Joyce) of Pembroke and Evan (Wanda) of Frankford. Loving grandfather of 12 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Brother of Ray (Catherine) of Independence, MO. Burt (Dorothy) of Forrest, ON and predeceased by sisters Rose Fisher and Alice Ryan. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road at Roosevelt, on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 12 noon until time of funeral service in the chapel at 1 p.m. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens. Those wishing may make memorial donations to Community of Christ Church, Box 67016, 340 Richmond Rd. Ottawa, K2A 4E4 or the Arthritis Society.
Dolan: Joy
Date of Death: August 22nd 2003
Dolan – Joy (nee Wilson) Suddenly at home on Friday, August 22, 2003 in her 69th year. Beloved husband of Clifford Dolan. Loving mother of Gordon (Wendy) and Darlene Lancaster (Bert). Also survived by her brother Delmer Wilson (Shirley) and sister-in-law Jacqueline Wilson. Loving aunt of many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Thomas and Muriel Wilson and brother Lorne Wilson. Friends may call at the Valley Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 115 Rivington St. Carp on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Thomas Anglican Church, Woodlawn on Monday at 11 a.m. Interment parish cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the charity of their choice.
