SINCERE THANKS FORREST – The family of the late Charlie Forrest would like to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all our relatives, friends, church family and co-workers for all the love, support and prayers during Charlie’s illness. Thank you to Bayshore Health Care and to nurse Michelle Whitemore for her care and compassion. Also, to CCAC for their service. Thanks to Dr. Lauf and staff for their ongoing care. Thanks to Dr. Matthews, Hematologist of the Department of Oncology at K.G.H. and special Primary Nurse Tracey Froess for her excellent care. Thanks to Dr. Moffatt, Respirologist, Kingston for her perseverance and follow up calls at home, while in your care. Most recently, thanks to the emergency department and 2nd floor nursing staff at B.G.H., Charles Street Site. A special thanks to the cancer drivers who provided professional service and friendship to Charlie. To Grant MacNeil of Christ United Church for his presence and support and for leading the celebration service of Charlie’s life. To niece Marsha McNair for the eulogy, granddaughters Laurie Knight and Melissa Johnston for reading scriptures and to nephew Paul Leggett for his stories and kinds words. To the pallbearers, brother-in—laws Wayne and Brian Harper, grandson Jeremy Sands, niece Courtenay Forrest, nephew Paul Leggett and friend Ron Hoare. To the “Harper” Family who coordinated the food and provided the reception between visitations on December 3rd we are most thankful. Much appreciation to the Barclay Funeral Home for their empathy and professional guidance. A special thanks to the UCW ladies of Christ United Church, Lyn, for the lovely reception following the grave side service. To all family and friends who supported Charlie by visiting, driving him to appointments, phone calls, cards and prayers throughout his illness. Most recently, for the acts of kindness and thoughtfulness to those who sent flowers, in memory donations, cards, emails, messages of condolences, phone calls and showed up at the door with food or coordinated the food. Your compassion and kindness will continue to remain etched in our hearts. Debbie Forrest and Family
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With a heart full of happy memories and surrounded by his loving family, we announce the passing of Wellington “Earl” Code on Sunday, January 6th, 2013 in his 100th year. Son of the late John Howard Code and Ina Florence (Coleman) Code. Predeceased by his life partner Marian Watson Morris in April 13, 1990. Devoted father of Rae (Shirley) Code, Harold (Gail) Code, Gloria (Stuart) McIntosh, Bill (Bonnie) Code. Grandfather of 9 grandchildren and great-grandfather of 9. Loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Also predeceased by his three sisters, Verna Ryder (Harry), Carmel Fergusson (Ray), Muriel Shaw; brother-in-law Thomas Morris, sisterin-law Genevieve Horne (Evan). Survived by brother Murray (Muriel) Code, brother-in-law Douglas Shaw and Verna’s loving friend John Sheil. He will be greatly missed by friends and neighbours. Earl devoted his life to family and farm, a true gentleman, treating all with kindness and respect, even his animals felt his total compassion. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Wednesday, January 9th, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel Thursday at 1:30 P.M. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. In remembrance, memorial donations to CHEO or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. A special thank you to Dr. Paul Turner and loving appreciation to our devoted Red Cross workers, Heidi, Nancy and Mona; our BayShore nurses, Leslie and Dorothy; also Alissa and Janet who added to Dad’s quality of life.
Kubacki: Anna “Elizabeth” Died January 3, 2013 Died peacefully at the Rosamond Unit of the Almonte General Hospital on Thursday, January 3, 2013, at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by her husband Mike. Cherished mother of Peter of Germany and Helen Hayward (Dwight) of Renfrew. Dear grandmother of Scott (Carlie) of Ottawa and Deidra (Raj) of Toronto. Loving greatgrandmother of Avery. Survived by family in Germany. Lifelong friend of Fritz Schmeisser of Smiths Falls. At Elizabeth’s request there will be no visitation and a private family service will be held in the spring at United Cemeteries, Carleton Place. Donations to the Rosamond Unit, Almonte General Hospital, 75 Spring Street, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 would be appreciated by the family. The family wishes to thank Dr. Roger Drake and the Staff of the Rosamond Unit, Almonte General Hospital for all the care and compassion shown to their mom.
Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth, (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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Suddenly, on Tuesday January 1, 2013 in Brockville with her family by her side Joyce Ann Dalton passed away in her 79th year. Predeceased by her dear parents Florence and Albert James Henry, beloved husband Lloyd Dalton, loving long-time friend Jack Delaney, cherished brothers Donald (Violet) Henry, Albert Edwin Henry and sister Luella Ruth (Cecil “Syke”) Helmer. She will be sadly missed by Shelley Oldfield and her son Jordan, nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home on Friday January 11, 2013 from 11 o’clock until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 1 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
SMITHSON Sherleen Anne Unexpectedly at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Sunday, December 16, 2012. Sherleen Smithson (Nee: Williams) of Almonte, age 63 years. Dearly loved wife of Christopher Smithson and much loved mother of Chris (Ashley), Joshua (Leena) and Faith Smithson. Step-mother of Meghan and lovingly remembered by Pyper. Daughter of George Williams and his wife the late Betty Williams (nee: Goatbe). Sister of Susan Burke (Steven). A Celebration of Sherleen’s life will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 1 pm with visiting the hour prior to service in the C.R. Gamble Chapel, Rev. Brian Affleck officiating. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church Street, Almonte, ON. (613)256-3313 For those who may want to honour Sherleen with a memorial donation, please consider the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation. Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com.
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BARTLETT, Joan Isabella Joan Isabella Bartlett passed away on Christmas day, after a short, courageous battle with a combination of health problems. Joan was born to William and Bertha Monkman on August 8, 1934, the youngest of three children, and grew up in west-end Ottawa, spending her summers in Kars on the Rideau River. She graduated from Fisher Park High School and married her heart’s desire, Roy Bartlett, in 1955. In Ottawa, they raised three children, of which Joan was boundlessly proud: Kim (of Montreal, married Eduardo), Kenneth (of Barrhaven, married Sam, deceased but always in our hearts) and Ross (of Lanark, married Janice). Joan equally cherished her grandchildren: Astrid, Kierstin, Luis, Quinn and Samantha. All will cherish happy memories of her love. Joan also will be remembered fondly by her nieces and nephews, as well as neighbours and friends from Ferguson Street, Almonte and the Waterside Community in Carleton Place. She maintained and formed new friendships throughout her life including a profound one with Gwen MacLean of Almonte. Joan made a lasting impression on all she met. Joan worked for the Met. Life Insurance Company for many years. She was a founding member of Trinity United Church, Ottawa where she contributed her talents to: leadership of Canadian Girls in Training , the Sunday service decor and countless Christmas bazaars. Joan was also an active fundraiser in the Women’s Auxiliary which helped build the Children s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. After moving to Almonte in 2005, Joan joined the Almonte United Church. She was a gifted creator and collector of beautiful things. She laughed easily and often. She valued the country life and small town friendliness. She faced her health challenges with humour and great courage. The funeral will take place on Thursday, January 3rd at the Tubman Funeral Home at 3440 Richmond Road, Nepean (between Bayshore and Baseline Road). Visitation begins at noon followed by a service at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Trinity United Church or Almonte United Church. Condolences, tributes and donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.
DODGE, Laureen At the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital on Thursday evening, January 3, 2012. Laureen Margaret Dodge of Pakenham at the age of 68 years. Dear daughter of the late Michael “Mac” Dodge and the late Loretta Herrick. Loved mother of Geoff (Kaitlyn Dalcourt). Dear sister of Brian Markwick (late Bev) of Winchester, Mike Dodge (Trish) of Pakenham, Ann Lacourse, Donna Dodge, Joan Rich (late Ted) and Shirley Dodge (Ted Hallman), all of Arnprior. Predeceased by brothers: Robert (Doreen of Arnprior) and Peter (late Lina). Also survived by nieces and nephews. A private family visitation and service took take place at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Cremation took place. To honor Laureen, please extend your kindness and generosity toward a single parent you may know. Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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CARD OF THANKS KELFORD, Clifford Andrew – The family of the late Clifford Kelford wish to thank all of our friends, family and neighbours for the many acts of kindness and expressions of sympathy during our recent loss of Cliff. We wish to thank everyone for the meals, cards, charitable donations, flowers, prayers, visits and phone calls during our time of need. We would also like to thank the paramedics Wayne Kehoe and Peter Bigauskas for their professionalism and true compassion. To the kind, caring staff of Blair & Son Funeral Home in Perth, especially Stewart Blair, thank you. Many thanks to Dr. Kenny & staff of the Perth Emergency room. A heartfelt thank you to Laura Kelford for all your help and continued help, you are greatly appreciated. A very special thank you to Grace Vaters for her kind, wonderful and true words at the Funeral Service. Thanks to Karen Buchanan for her lovely rendition of Amazing Grace, it really touched our hearts. A special thank you to Fred Partridge for his touching eulogy. We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all of you for your sympathy and support at this time. Your many acts of kindness will always be remembered and very much treasured. With thanks and gratitude, Georgina Kelford and family
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CARD OF THANKS We, the Myers family wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all those who were with us before, during and after the loss of our dear daughter Barbara Jean. Thanks to our family, church families and friends for your prayers, cards, flowers, food and charitable donations. A special thank you to Pastor Peter Goodyear and to those who provided music and song. Thank you to the pallbearers, Jack Myers, Earl Myers, Brad Foster, Dave Mathews, Robin Campbell and Melinda Cordick. A special thank you to the O’Darce Funeral Home for the love and care shown to the family. We want to thank the ladies of Asbury Free Methodist Church for the lovely lunch served after the funeral. Thank you to Bayshore nursing staff and to others who lovingly cared for Barb during her short illness. May God bless each one.
Violet passed away, peacefully, at her residence, in Smiths Falls, on Monday, December 31, 2012. Violet Lillian Josephine King, in her 90th year. She was predeceased by her parents; Joseph and Bertha Ramsey, and by her beloved husband, Kenneth, in 1981. Violet was also predeceased by her grandson, Frankie, in 2010, and by her sister Margaret. Cherished mother to; George (Betty) King, of Perth, Roy (Barb) King, of Beaverton, and Patricia-Anne (Terry), of Bradford. Treasured grandmother to Kim (Bill), of Orillia, Ronald (Jo), and Teresa (Ian), all of Beaverton, Roy, of Winnipeg, and Teri, of Bradford. Also sadly missed by her loving great-grandchildren, Violet will be fondly and lovingly remembered by her siblings; Frank (Ellamae) Ramsey, of California, James Ramsey (Susan Munro), of Adam’s Lake, Rosemary (late George) Haggar, of Smiths Falls, and Patricia (late Ralph) Ambridge, of Winchester, and by brother-in-law Fred (late Margaret) Haughton, of Lombardy.Violet will be missed by her bingo buddies at the Broadview Nursing Centre. A special thank you to the caring staff of Broadview for the loving care given to our mother during the time she was a resident there. Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m., at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth. Funeral service took place in the O’Dacre Family Chapel, on Thursday, January 3, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the GWM Hospital Foundation or L.A.W.S. would be appreciated. Interment, Rideau Ferry Cemetery in spring of 2013. Mrs. King’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082