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Elisabeth Schoemaker - Westland
19/07/1917 - 16/07/2013
Lise Westland died peacefully on July 16, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband Cor Westland. Lise lived a remarkable life, moving to Indonesia where her two sons, Gerald and Rem were born, back to Netherlands where her daughter, Joan was born and finally settled with her family in Canada. In addition to raising her family, she taught physical education at Ste. Foy Elementary School, Quebec City and later was involved in many volunteer organizations in Ottawa and Sharbot Lake. She is remembered by her family and friends for her kindness, her gentle nature and quirky sense of humour A memorial service will be held a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to
Désourdy Funeral Home
104 Buzzell
Cowansville QC J2K 2N5
Phone: 450 - 263 - 1212, Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www@desourdy.ca
Elisabeth Schoemaker Westland
1917 - 2013
Lise Westland died peacefully on July 16, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband Cor Westland. Lise lived a remarkable life, moving to Indonesia where her two sons, Gerald and Rem were born, back to Netherlands where her daughter, Joan was born and finally settled with her family in Canada. In addition to raising her family, she taught physical education at Ste. Foy Elementary School, Quebec City and later was involved in many volunteer organizations in Ottawa and Sharbot Lake. She is remembered by her family and friends for her kindness, her gentle nature and quirky sense of humour A memorial service will be held a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to
Désourdy Funeral Home
104 Buzzell,
Cowansville QC J2K 2N5
Phone: 450 - 263 - 1212, Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www@desourdy.ca
Barry S. Morrison
01/10/1961 - 09/07/2013
Morrison, Barry Stewart at the B.M.P. Hospital in Cowansville on July 9, 2013 at the age of 51 after a courageous battle with melanoma. Predeceased by his parents Elsie Marguerite (Cavanagh) 1992, Allan Savage 2002, and brother John Savage 2001. Survived by brothers Kenny (Debbie Brown) and Robert, sisters Prudie and Penny (Kenny Hutchin). Cherished uncle, great uncle and cousin. Dear friend to many. At Barry’s request there will be no visitation. Service to be held at Grace Anglican church, Sutton on Saturday, July 13th at 11am followed by burial in Grace Church cemetery. Donations in his name can be made to SPCA Monteregie, P.O. Box 121, Succ. Brossard, Qc. J4W 3L9. This is a no kill shelter that Barry supported for many years. Forms available at www.spcamonteregie.com ‘’ I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but have the light of life. JOHN 8:12
Arrangements entrusted to
Désourdy Funeral Home
31, rue Principale sud
Sutton JOE 2KO
Phone. 450 - 263 - 1212 fax. 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
Norma Whitcomb - Young
11/04/1929 - 07/07/2013
Peacefully at Foyer Sutton, QC on July 7th, 2013, at the age of 84, passed away Norma Whitcomb, beloved wife of Sherman Young. She leaves to mourn her children, Robert (Eliza), Russ (Marlene) and Whitney (Ivan), her grandchildren, Britney (Kevin) and Meghan (Yanick), several nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Resting at the
Désourdy Funeral Home
31 rue Principale sud
Sutton, QC J0E 2K0,
Phone: 450 - 538 - 2306, Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
where family and friends will be welcomed on Wednesday July 10th, 2013, from 2pm to 4pm, 7pm to 9pm and on Thursday, July 11th, from 10am to 11:30 am, followed by the chapel service at the funeral home. Interment at Abbot’s Corner Cemetery in Frelighsburg, followed by the reception at the Pinacle Farm. The family would especially like thank the staff of Foyer Sutton for their loving care giving to Mrs Young. Donations can be made in her memory to Foyer Sutton Volunter Comittee would be appreciated (forms available at the funeral home).
Beverley Bell - Battley
22/04/1934 - 03/07/2013
Mrs. Beverley Battley (nee Bell) passed away peacefully at Knowlton House on July 3rd, 2013 predeceased by her husband Harold Battley. She leaves to mourn her 4 children; Kenneth (Manon), Keith (Barbara), Kevin (Vivien), Kathie (Albert), her 8 grandchildren; Thomas, Karolynn, Megan, Elizabeth, Philip, Marissa, Mitchell and Blake. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends.
Family and friends will be welcomed at the
Desourdy Funeral Home
318 Knowlton rd.,
Knowlton - Lac Brome J0E 1V0
Phone: 450 - 243 - 5568, Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
on Saturday, July 6th, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm and Sunday July 7th, 2013 from 1pm to 3pm followed by the service from the chapel at 3pm, Rev. Ryk Allen officiating. Interment at the Knowlton Protestant cemetery. Special thanks to the staff of Knowlton House who treated her so kindly in her last days. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to the Knowlton - Lac Brome First Responders would be appreciated. Forms available at the funeral home.
Thomas W. Locke
23/06/1942 - 01/07/2013
Passed away peacefully at his home, on Monday July 1st, 2013 at the age of 71, Thomas W. Locke beloved husband of Doreen Peasley. He was predeceased by his father Thomas J. Locke and mother Mary M. Griggs. Also left to mourn are his son Corey Ellis (April Barnes), his brother Brian, mother - in - law, brothers - in - law and sisters - in - law, nephews and nieces, other relatives and many friends.
Resting at the
Désourdy Funeral Home
318, Knowlton Rd.
Lac Brome Qc J0E 1V0
Phone: 450 - 263 - 1212 Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
where family and friends will be welcomed on Friday, July 5th from 7pm to 9pm and on Saturday, July 6th from 11am to 1pm followed by the funeral service from the chapel. Rev. Ryk Allen officiating. Donations in his memory to S.P.C.A. Montérégie, 178 Chemin du Vide, Sainte - Angèle - de - Monnoir (Québec) J0L 1P0
450.460.3075 would be appreciated. Forms available at the funeral home or www.spcamonteregie.com
Myrtle Stowe - Selby
02/08/1915 - 20/06/2013
Myrtle Ellen Irene Stowe Selby passed away peacefully in Knowlton House on June 20, 2013. Myrtle was born on August 2, 1915 to Leon and Eva Stowe. She was one of ten children who are all deceased. She had many friends and enjoyed life to the fullest. She played many a game of golf, curling and crosscountry sking up until she was ninety. She had a passion for playing cards, cooking, sewing and knitting. She was a member of The United Church of Canada, The United Church Women’s Group, American Legion and BMP Hospital Auxillary. Myrtle is survived by her three children, Corinne (William) Simonds, Celand (Suzanne) Selby and Thomas (Debbie) Selby. She leaves to mourn nine grandchidren, Kurt (Anne) Hall, Kelly Hall, Shana (Douglas) Brown, Kirstin Simonds, Shellie Simonds, Jodie Selby, Mark (Taraneh) Selby, Julie Drapeau - Crevier and François Crevier. Myrtle also leaves ten great - grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Rowland Selby and a daughter Margaret (Bunny) Moore. We would like to express our thank you for all the care given at Knowlton House and Knowlbanks. In lieu of flowers, donation in her memory to BMP Hospital Foundation www.bmpfoundation.ca would be appreciated (forms available at the church). Family and friends will be welcomed at the United Church in Dunham, QC on Saturday July 20th, 2013, from 1pm to 2pm, followed by the celebration of her life. Arrangements entrusted to
Désourdy Funeral Home
104 Buzzell St.,
Cowansville J2K 2N5
Phone: 450 - 263 - 1212, Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
Constance ‘Connie’ Viens - Van Tilborgh
12/05/1938 - 24/06/2013
Surrounded by her loved ones at the B.M.P. Hospital in Cowansville, on June 24th, 2013 at the age of 75, passed away Mrs. Constance Viens Van Tilborgh, daughter of the late Edward Viens and the late Mildred Miller. She leaves to mourn her spouse Mr. Paul Coulombe of East Farnham. Also left to mourn are her children, Linda (Robert Laguë), Ricky (Lorry Parker), Kathy (Timothy Grimes) and Kim (René Edwards). 6 grand - children, 3 great - grand - children. Her sisters late Patricia and Diane (Rosaire Boulerice), numerous nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Family and friends will be welcomed at the
Désourdy Funeral Home
109, William st.,
Cowansville J2K 1K9
Tel. 450 - 263 - 1212 fax. 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
On Saturday, June 29th, 2013 from 10:30 am to 11 am followed by a celebration in her memory at the chapel. Interment at the Cowansville Catholic Cemetery (Albert Street).
Biola Laroo - Bélanger
19/04/1921 - 21/06/2013
Died peacefully at the B.M.P. Hospital in Cowansville QC, on Friday 21st, 2013, at the age of 92, Biola Laroo. Predeceased by her husband Colonel Louis - Philippe Bélanger. She leaves to mourn her children, Micheline (Bob Vandry) and Karl (Susan), her grandchildren, Phil Vandry, Marc Vandry (Lori Walker), Krista Bélanger and Jean - Luc Bélanger, numerious nephews and nieces, and many friends. Family and friends will be welcomed at the
Desourdy Funeral Home
318, Knowlton rd.,
Knowlton QC J0E 1V0
Phone: 450 - 243 - 5568 Fax: 450 - 263 - 9557
info@desourdy.ca www.desourdy.ca
on Saturday, June 29th, 2013 from 3pm to 4pm, followed the chapel service at the funeral home. Donation in her memory to B.M.P. Hospital Foundation www@bmpfoundation.ca would be appreciated (forms available at the funeral home).
