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DEATH NOTICE

CLIFFORD Allan Edward Peacefully, at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband of Sandra (nee Jowsey). Survived by his siblings Bob (the late Jackie), Marion (Dick) and Keith (Alexandra). Brotherin-law of Marilyn (the late Ken). Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Al worked for Bell Telephone for 38 years as a cable splicer. He was an avid volunteer for 18 years at the Perth Civitan Club. Special thanks to the staff at the Smiths Falls Hospital and Hilltop Nursing Home for their dignified and compassionate care. A private family gathering will be held at Capital Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations to L.A.W.S. or Guide Dogs for the Blind would be appreciated.

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TENNANT

LAMING

YOUNG

Bruce Norman

Dennis Paul

(Toni) Marie Antoinette (nee Beaupre)

April 8, 1958November 6, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce Norman Tennant. Bruce passed away at his home in Maple, Ontario with his wife Lina, sister Brenda and Reverend Linda Butler by his side. Bruce is survived by his wife Lina, brothers Winston (Debby), Robert (Debbie), Ross, Jim, sisters Brenda and Linda (Gaston) and cousin Audrey (Michael). Bruce was the youngest son of Harold (deceased) and Audrey (deceased) of Blanchard’s Hill. Bruce will be fondly remembered by his many friends and neighbours and his work associates from his 30 years as an accountant. Funeral services were held at Richmond Hill United Church and at Lombardy United Church.

Suddenly at his residence, Smiths Falls on Wednesday November 13, 2013. Paul Laming, in his 51st year. Beloved father of Emily of Gananoque. Dear brother of Alice Craig of New Brunswick, Ed (Linda) of Lyndhurst, George (Clista) of Delta, Wanda Laming of Newboro and Lila Laming of Athens. Predeceased by brother, David as well as his parents, Mildred and Glen Laming. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. The family received friends at the Scotland Funeral Home, 27 Main Street, Elgin on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9. Memorial Service was held in our Chapel on Monday morning at 11 o’clock. Inurnment Halladay Cemetery, Elgin. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to The Lung Association or the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (Cancer Centre) would be appreciated by the family. (Memorial donations by cheque only) www.scotlandfuneralhome.com Burial, Cremation and Pre-Arrangement Centre

Muldoon

Milne

Peacefully in her home on Friday, November 15, 2013, at the age of 78, with family by her side. Dear close friend of the late Francis Reid. Toni will be greatly missed by her children Marie (Mark) Thomson, JoAnne (Bill) Buck, Karen (Robert) Aldrich, John Young, Jay (Louanne) Young and Angel Young. Sister to Dianne (Jim) Brick and predeceased by sister Margaret Brewer and brothers Peter and Alfie (Linda) Beaupre. “GG” will be fondly remembered by her 18 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. As well as many nieces and nephews, the Reid family and many friends. With sincere thanks to our compassionate caregivers, Dr. Maitland, KGH staff, Bayshore Home Health Care, The Smile Program and family and friends for all your love and support. A special thank you to The Stockinghill Gang. Interment, 12:00, St. John’s Cemetery, Gananoque with a celebration of Toni’s full life to follow at the Gananoque Legion.

M. Jane Muldoon

John Andrew William Milne John passed away in the Perth hospital with his loving family by his side, on Monday, November 18, 2013. John Andrew William Milne, of Perth, was in his 83rd year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Marguerite, and cherished father to David (Babette), of Whitehorse, Yukon, Cathy (Chesley), of Makkovik, Labrador, Debbie, of Perth, Trisha (Karen), of Tomerong, Australia, and caring brother to Marie (Brian) Lelievre, of Waterloo. He will be sadly missed by his five grandchildren: Jenna, Jake, Erin, Fawn and Prism. Mr. Milne was predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Hilda Milne (nee Bierworth). John was born and raised in Grey County, Ontario and started his teaching career right out of high school at 17 in rural Pike Bay, Lake Huron. He moved to Wawa in 1951 to teach where he met and married Marg. A promotion to principal meant going back to school over many summers to acquire degrees. In 1970 the family moved to Gravenhurst, where he was elementary school principal. Upon retirement, he and Marg turned their Gravenhurst home into a B&B for over a decade. Marg and John moved to Perth in 2006. He was a solid tenor in the Cellar Singers choir and the Gravenhurst United Church chorus for many years before joining the St. Paul’s Choir in Perth. His gardening skills produced lovely floral displays and very tasty garlic. His love of travel took him on many adventures with Marg to all corners of the globe. John was a kind and gentle man who will be greatly missed by many friends and family. A celebration of John’s life will take place on Friday, November 22 at 11:00 a.m., in the O’Dacre Family Chapel, 15 Victoria Street, Perth, with the Rev. Gerald Kerr, officiating. Cremation has taken place with an interment to be held at later date. For those wishing, please direct donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark County. Special thanks to the staff at the Perth District Hospital for their kind and respectful care of John over these past two months. Mr. Milne’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082

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HAYES Yvonne Jean Passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at the Almonte General Hospital. Yvonne Hayes (nee Kyle) of Pakenham, age 79 years. Survived by her husband John (Jack) H. Hayes and son John Kyle Hayes. Predeceased by her youngest son; Brian Edward Hayes, her parents, sister Diane and brother, Larry. Survived by sisters Dolores Kyle & Sandra Galieque (Gord) and a brother; David Kyle (Mary Lou). Yvonne was born in London, Ontario, graduated from Central Collegiate and London Normal School. She taught at Oxford Park School, London, Kingsville Public School and Erskine Johnson School, Kanata. Yvonne was a greatly loved wife, mother and friend. From 1981 to 1987 she owned and operated the Pakenham General Store with her husband, Jack. At Yvonne’s request only a private dedication will be held. The family wishes to thank the Almonte General Hospital and the Palliative Care Unit for their kind and wonderful care. As well, special thank you to the C. R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel for their kind assistance. For those who may choose to honour Yvonne with a memorial donation, please consider the Almonte General Hospital. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613)-256-3313 Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls on Saturday, November 16, 2013 M. Jane Muldoon at the age of 93. Daughter of the late John and Jen Muldoon. Also predeceased by sisters, Carmel, Anna (Al) Lawton and Margaret (Leonard) Doyle, and brothers Edward (Kay), Joseph (Phyllis) and Jim (Susie) Muldoon. Loving aunt, but like a mother to Larry (Linda) Doyle, Len (Sandra) Doyle, Janie (Wayne) Steggles, Dan (Kathy) Doyle, Theresie (Larry) McIntosh, Renee (Randy) Holbrook, Judy (Jim) Town and Al Doyle. Greataunt, but also like a grandmother to Larry (Shannon) Doyle, Jamie (Jane) Doyle, Christine Doyle, Matt Doyle, Tim (Nicole) Doyle, Rob Doyle (Katie), Mike Doyle (Brittney), Steve (Sandi) McCaw, Angie McCaw, Mike (Erika) McCaw, Broze (Adrian) O’Donovan, Amey Doyle (Kevin Chatel), Kelsey Doyle (Graham Binkley), Laurie (Paul) Guidolin, Tracy (Mark) Airhart, Cindy (Chris) Dawson, Kylie (Dave) Roth, Stephanie, Kristy and Kelly Holbrook, Tom Watson, Jeremy Town (Katie) and Stephanie Town (Chris). Greatgreat Aunt, and like a great-grandmother to Rianne, Keara, Layne Doyle, Zach and Andrew Doyle, Landon and Cohen Doyle, Hannah and Bridgette McCaw, Brooke, Dylan, Riley, Jenna, Noah, and Spencer Guidolin, Maggie and Emily Airhart, Kaitlyn, Alanna and Trent Dawson. Fondly remembered by her extended family, the Doyle and Muldoon families, her numerous cousins and many good friends. Family and friends were recieved at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis de Sales Church Building Maintenance Fund or the charity of your choice. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

THE EMC - 41 - Thursday, November 21, 2013

Eager (Gretchen) Margareta Luise Eager The family of Gretchen, are saddened to announce her passing, at Perth Community Care Centre, Perth, on Friday, November 8, 2013. Gretchen had just celebrated her 105th birthday, on October 1st. Born in Bremen, Germany in 1908, Gretchen was predeceased by her parents, Frederick and Marie Gunther (nee Franke). She emigrated to Canada in 1912, spending most of her school years in Toronto. Gretchen was also predeceased by her sisters, Charlotte Angel, and Lee White. Gretchen met her husband Norman in Hamilton. On Norman’s death, Gretchen moved to Perth. Together they spent almost 30 years of marital bliss before his passing in 1994. Gretchen was very close to her recently deceased sister, Mae Green, of Port Hope. Also left to mourn her loss are her step-children; John (Marie) Eager, of Sarnia, and Alicia (Dudley) Davis of Clearwater, Florida Gretchen will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews, and by her dear and special friend, Dawn King. Gretchen was a lady who was full of joy and happiness, and her love of life was infectious! She loved a Martini, she loved celebrating special occasions like Birthdays, and Christmas Festivities. She thoroughly enjoyed a good game of Bridge or Cribbage. In addition, Gretchen loved the game of Golf. Special thanks to the entire staff of Perth Community Care Centre, especially Shirley, who gave Gretchen a loving home for many years. To honour Gretchen’s wishes cremation has taken place, and funeral arrangements will remain private. Gretchen’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth. 613-267-3082

DEATH NOTICE

Whitney Timothy (Tim) James William

Our precious son, Tim - in the arms of Jesus on November 14, 2013 - his grandparents Ted and Isabelle Whitney, Frances and Hilt Treganza and cousins, Lynsey Whitney & Kelly White. Tim was so loved by his family and many, many friends. He always had a smile and a “Tim hug” for you. Tim had such a loving, caring, generous heart. Never afraid to say. “I Love You” to us all the time. He leaves behind his brokenhearted parents Tom & Charlene Whitney. His brothers (who were buddies) Ted (Donna), Dan (Sue), his beloved nieces, Hailey, Sydney & Teegan - who loved him as he loved them. His Uncle Bill & Aunt Karen Whitney, Uncle Jim & Aunt Arnette Dales. Cousins - Kim, Jamie, John, Malcolm, Bruce, Ryan, Meghan and Ben. His best 4 legged friend, “Sadie” whom he devoted his life to and keeps looking for Tim. Until we meet again, our precious, precious Tim. Our tears fall - our hearts ache and your memories live on. There will be a graveside service at Hillcrest Cemetery Friday, November 22, 2013 at 11am followed by a reception at the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 95, Smiths Falls from 1 to 5pm. Donations in Tim’s memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Gibson Eleanor Geraldine ‘Gerrie’ Gibson

Peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre on Friday, November 15th, 2013, Gerrie (McEwen) Gibson (long time resident of the Old Kingston Road) at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife of 61 years of Robert M. Gibson. Dearly loved mother of Barbara Gibson (Bryan Duby), Beverley Gibson (Rick Day), Nancy (Stephen) Crowder, Sue (Tim) Asselstine, Kathy Gibson and Patti (Greg) Fleming. Cherished grandmother of Shane Peters and Miranda Moore, Elizabeth and Victoria Gibson-Crowder, Maggie Jo and Luke Asselstine, Rebecca, Elly and Cynzi DiCola and Mandy, John and Katelyn Fleming. Predeceased by her parents Eliza ‘Dolly’ Lyon and Gerald McEwen and her brother Robert McEwen. Gerrie will be sadly missed by her sisters-in-law Helen McEwen, Elizabeth Cooper and Sally Gibson and brotherin-law Carman Smith, all her family and friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Sunday, November 17th, 2013 from 1:00 until 4:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday at 10:30 A.M. Interment, Robertsville Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Perth & District Union Public Library or C.H.E.O. would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com