For Posterity's Sake
A Royal
Canadian Navy Historical Project
Obituaries
for those who served in the
Royal
Canadian Navy and Canadian Armed Forces (Navy)
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LITTLEFAIR, John
Munro, Cdr (MARE), RCN / C.A.F. - It’s with deep sadness that we
announce the passing of John Munro Littlefair in the early hours of
Sunday August 5, 2018 at the age of 83 in the Annapolis Royal
Community Health Centre, where he had been admitted after suffering a
heart attack at home. Born July 22, 1935 in Toronto, ON, the son of
the late John Stuart Littlefair and Dorothy Winifred Munro, beloved
and cherished husband of 55 years of Elcie (nee Haliburton), he was
predeceased by his brother William and survived by his sister Anne.
Devoted and much loved father of Sandra Nadine Millet (Edward) and
Gregory John Littlefair (Angela). Proud and greatly cherished
grandfather of Samantha, Gavin, Clair, Spencer and Danielle. John
proudly served his country in the Royal Canadian Navy for 35 years, as
a Marine Engineer. His career began at HMCS Venture, Victoria BC where
he graduated as a naval engineer from VENTURE, class of 56. He then
went on to RNEC Manadon College in Plymouth, England, where he sharpen
his skills as an engineer. He served on several naval ships, seeing
some tense moments during the Cuban missile crisis, and also spent
time at National Defence Head Quarters, Ottawa. John was posted to
England a few times throughout the course of his career. Besides
studying in Plymouth, he also attended the Royal Naval College in
Greenwich, England. He and his family particularly enjoyed his last
posting to London, England where John served as the Canadian Forces
Assistant Naval Attache, at the Canadian High Commission London. At 50
he ran the London Marathon with his son. John finished his career back
in Victoria, at HMCS dockyard and while there earned his parachute
wings on the jump course in Edmonton. Both his grandsons have followed
in his footsteps and have also received their parachute wings. In
retirement John continued to keep busy, enrolling in various college
courses learning everything from woodworking to financial planning. He
used his new skills to finish his cottage and build his and Elcie’s
beautiful oceanfront home. John continued to be fit and active
throughout his life and always found interesting activities and events
for his kids and grand kids to join him in. He, and the love of his
life, Elcie, also enjoyed travelling the world and completed many
marvelous adventures and cruises. His family joined them on several
memorable trips. He was the treasurer of the Good Neighbours club and
an active member in his community. John had a keen mind, and a good
sense of humour. Being around him was never boring. His enthusiasm for
life and sense of adventure will be sorely missed. A funeral is being
planned at New St Edward’s Anglican Church, Highway 1, Clementsport,
Saturday August 18, 2018 at 2:00pm with a reception to follow after at
the Royal Canadian Legion #221 Clementsport.
Portrait
of Midshipman Littlefair
HMCS
ATHABASKAN
- Served in Athabaskan in 1959
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BROWN, Earl Allen
- Passed away peacefully at age 92, after a brief illness, on August
1, 2018. Born in Stouffville, Ont., Earl was predeceased by brothers,
Bill (Aline), Jack (May) and Mike (Betty). Earl proudly served his
country during the Second World War, first briefly with the Merchant
Navy and then enlisting with the Royal Canadian Navy. The end of the
war found Earl serving aboard the minesweeper, Gaspe in Halifax
Harbour and it was in Dartmouth that he met his wife of 66 years,
Shirley (deceased). Earl was also predeceased by son, Michael; and
leaves behind sons, Jim (Gail) and Peter (Carolyn) of Dartmouth; and
daughter, Elizabeth of Ottawa. Earl was very proud of his
grandchildren, Morgan, Joseph, Anna and Livia. Earl was a machinist
for 64 years and was owner-operator of Earl A. Brown Machine Shop and
the latter half of his career found his son, Peter following in his
footsteps and working alongside him and eventually taking over the
business. Earl was the treasurer for, and member of, the Trecothic
Creek and Windsor Railway club for many years. Earl made many great
friends at the club and he enjoyed greeting visitors as they arrived
from his post at "Earl's Court". Earl spent his final years
in Shannex Parkland in Dartmouth where he knew everyone by name and
always had a joke or easy smile for anyone he met. He was independent
until the very end, always backing his car into his parking space.
Earl will be sorely missed. A celebration of life will be held for
Earl in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, Saturday, August 11th from 1-4
p.m.
HMCS GASPE
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GANNON, Donald R.,
PO.QR, V10256, RCNVR (served 27 Mar 1939 - Jun 1945) - On Tuesday,
October 12th, 1999, Donald R. Gannon, late of Regina, SK, passed away
at the age of 78 years. Predeceased by his father, Daniel; mother,
Eva; brother, Clarence; and granddaughter, Paula Morey; Don is
survived by his wife, Anne of 55 years; daughters, Barb Gannon and Pat
(leonard) Wellings; grandchildren, Gary (Eleanor), Shawna, Andy and
Laurie; and great-grandchild, Jesse. Don was born on July 19, 1921. He
grew up in Regina attending Holy Rosary School and Balfour Collegiate.
When W.W.II broke out, he was called to serve. He served the entire
six years with the Royal Canadian Navy as a Petty Officer then
returned home and worked for Cockshutt Plow, Simpson Hardware,
Sherwood Co-op, Ashdown's and as a real estate agent. When Don retired
from Sherwood Co-op he then worked as a Canadian Corps Commissionaire.
Don devoted many hours to his garden and home. His main interests were
the Sask. Gun Collector's Assoc., Wascana Pistol Club where he was a
safety instructor and range officer and St. John's United Church.
Memorial service will be held on Friday, October 15, 1999 at 2:00 P.M.
in the Helmsing Funeral Chapel, 2210 College Ave., Regina, SK with
Rev. Walter Logan officiating. A private family interment will be held
at the Regina Cemetery. Flowers most gratefully declined. Friends so
wishing may make donations to the Regina Association for Community
Living, 205-2361-28th Ave, Regina, SK or to a charity of one's choice.
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GREENLEES, C. Al,
P1ER, 8276-E, RCN - Died 21 Oct 1999
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GALLO, David Allen,
CPO1, Sup Tech, 35130-E, RCN / C.A.F. (served 29 Jul 1955 - 04 Aug
1990) - born in Winnipeg, MB, May 13, 1937, died December 27, 1999
at home in Victoria. Dave is survived by his wife Sharon; two sons,
Michael of Nanaimo, BC and Greg (Rebecca) of Paris, France; and newly
born first grandson Max. Also surviving are father Michael; brother
Michael; and nephew John Gallo; mother-in-law Jessie Smith,
sister-in-law Heather Smith. Memorial service will be held in First
Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Dr, Victoria, BC on Monday,
January 3 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian
Cancer Society or Hospice are appreciated.
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GRANLIN, Deryck Keith,
C2ET - passed away on February 3, 2001 at Greenwoods, Salt Spring
Island at the age of 81 years. He spent many years in the Navy then
later with RC Ferries. Predeceased by his first wife Nahlin in 1979.
Deryck is lovingly remembered by his wife Sandra and her daughters,
Jamie and Candy, his sons, Marc (Reene) David and Ian; grandchildren
Ingrid and Paul. No service at Deryck's request. His remains to be
scattered at sea.
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GARDNER, Martin B.
(Doc). C1MA, 40549-E, RCN (served 13 Aug 1938 - 12 Aug 1963) -
born July 12, 1914 in Killaly, SK, passed away peacefully at home
March 8, 2001. He leaves to mourn Anne, his loving wife of 60 years;
sons, Ken and John (Kathy) of Campbell River, BC; daughters, Kathy
Iannarelli (Joe) of Victoria, BC, Mary Wanlass (Mark) , of Los Altos,
Calif; also 7 much loved grandchildren, Teresa (Ramiro) of Victoria,
BC, Sheri (Chad), of Kelowna, BC, Jocelyn and Robyn, of Kitimat, BC;
Brianna, Hans and Ken of Los Altos, Calif; great granddaughter, Brenna
of Kitimat, BC. Martin enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy in 1938;
serving in the sick bay aboard the Warrior, Ontario, Margaree and
Ottawa. In addition, he was an instructor in the medical branch at
Naden. Retiring in 1964 as Chief Petty Officer 1st Class, followed by
a stint as the 1st civilian employee on the Victoria City Police
Station switchboard. Our heartfelt thanks go out to all the dedicated,
compassionate team members of the Esquimalt Paramedics and Fire/Police
in their incredible emergency response. At Martin's request there will
be no formal service. A celebration of Martin's life will be held at a
later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Heart
& Stroke Foundation in Martin's memory. "Remember that when
we leave this earth, we can take with us nothing that we have received
- onl what we have given - a heart enriched by honest service, love,
sacrifice and courage." - St. Francis of Assissi
HMCS WARRIOR, HMCS
ONTARIO, HMCS MARGAREE, HMCS OTTAWA
Webmaster's note: it is not know which
HMCS Margaree or HMCS Ottawa Martin service in at this time.
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FORBES, Robert, Royal
Navy - Born 25 Oct 1887, Aberdeen, Scotland. Died 28 Jan 1942,
Aberdeen, Scotland. Robert joined the Royal Navy on 22 Apr 1915
and was discharge 21 Mar 1919. During the war, Robert served in HMCS
Niobe and considered immigrating to Canada, but after the war decided
to return to Scotland.
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(1) Robert Forbes, Canada,
1917 (2) Service documents for Robert Forbes
Courtesy of Kerr Anderson
HMCS NIOBE
- Served in NIOBE 25 Aug 1917 - 02 Feb 1919, RN
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BERTUZZI, Peo (Bert),
CPO - from Sudbury, Ontario. Born 1920 Died 2001. Bert
and his future brother-in-law, Armand Ferroni, both served in HMCS
Victoriaville during WW2. After the war Bert married Armand's
sister.
Photo
of Bert Bertuzzi (left) and Armand Ferroni (right)
HMCS
VICTORIAVILLE
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FERRONI, Armand -
from Hamilton, Ontario. Born 1924 Died 1979. Armand
and his future brother-in-law, Peo (Bert) Bertuzzi, both served in HMCS Victoriaville during
WW2. After the war Armand was best man at the wedding of his
sister to Bert Bertuzzi.
Photo
of Bert Bertuzzi (left) and Armand Ferroni (right)
HMCS
VICTORIAVILLE
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GRAY, Ed. W, P1NS,
9971-E, RCN (served 04 Dec 1948 - 30 Jun 1972) - of Langley,
BC. Born 17 Mar 1929 Died 22 Sep 1997
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GROTKE, George
Wilfred, V16029, RCNVR / C1ER 23118-E, RCN (served 09 Sep 1939 - 14
May 1969) - passed away with his loving family by his side on the
evening of Friday, February 20, 1998. George Grotke, dearly beloved
husband of Laura. Loving father of Carole (Alan). Lovingly remembered
by his grandchildren, Devon and Alan Jr. Devoted stepfather to Linda (Leslee)
Carol (Kimmo), Janine (Rusty) and Michelle (Greg) and their children
Michael (Penny), Andrea, Jennifer, Denise, Deanne, Natalie, Cory,
Nicole, Calee, Chantelle and Jessica. George will sadly be missed by
his sisters, Evelyn Margarit and Dorothy Chambers-Stott and his
brother, Henry (Clara) and many nieces and nephews. Service of
remembrance will be held at Our Lady of the Sea R.C. Church, Belmont
Park, Colwood, on Wednesday, February 25 at 11:00 a.m., Fr. D.
Plamondon officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so
desire, donations to the BC Lung Association, 2675 Oak Street,
Vancouver, BC would be appreciated.
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GARDNER, Ernest James,
P1ER, 22479-H, RCN (served 31 Oct 1945 - Jun 1962) - Born November
15, 1918, passed away on March 24, 1998, at the Victoria General
Hospital at the age of 70 years. Ernest was born on November 4, 1927,
in Victoria. He is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie; son, Barry;
step-daughter, Jo-Anne; brother, Fred (Betty); six grandchildren, two
great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral
service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, from the Chapel
of Haywards, Thomson & Irving Funeral Home, with the archdeacon T.
Greenhalgh officiating. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. on
Tuesday, March 31, at the Royal Oak Burial Park. Flowers are most
gratefully declined; friends so wishing may make a donation to the BC
Lung Association or to a charity of their choice.
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GAULT, Thomas (Tom),
L/Writer, V38503, RCNVR (served 15 May 1942 - 08 Feb 1946) - of
624 Oxford St W., Moose Jaw passed peacefully following a brief
illness. Tom was born December 24, 1917 in Moose Jaw. He served with
the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II. Following the war, he was
employed with the CPR and later as a court reporter for the
Magistrate's Court. An accomplished penman, Tom achieved his Master
Penman Accreditation. He shared his talents with many people and
organizations. Tom was Past Master of the Doric Lodge and Past Patron
of the Order of the Eastern Star, Mizpah Chapter. Predeceased by his
brother, Bill, Tom is survived by his loving wife, Hazel, son, Gordon
(Connie) and their sons: Dylan and Brennan. He is also survived by his
brother, Art (Joey) - Newmarket, Ont., and their daughters: Lynne and
Joeen and son, Jimmy, and by his niece, Janice and nephew, Bill. A
celebration service of Tom's life will be held at St. Barnabas
Anglican Church, 558 Hochelaga St. E., Moose Jaw on Tuesday, June 23,
1998 at 1:30 pm. Reverent Don Shepherd, Rector, will officiate,
assisted by Reverent David Holmes. Flowers most gratefully declined.
Those wishing to make a donation to the St. Barnabas Anglican Church
Memorial Fund.
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GOTELL, John George,
CPO, A638, RCNR (served 28 Feb 1941 - 21 Nov 1945) - of Delta,
BC. Born 06 Aug 1918 Died 18 May 1998
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GRAHAM, James R.
(Tiny), P1FC, 33347-E, RCN (enlisted 12 Jul 1955) - passed away
suddenly at the Victoria General Hospital on October 29, 1998 at the
age of 61 years. Papa is survived by his loving wife, Gladys; his
daughter, Eva (Richard) Herbert; his son, John; his adored
granddaughters: Cassandra and Sara; cousin, Randi (Bob) Phiefer; his
brother, Don (Shirley); and many other family and friends, including
his buddy Sixx. Memorial service will be held at First Memorial
Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Dr, Victoria on Friday, November 6 at
2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria
General Hospital Auxiliary.
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GARDINER, Kenneth
John, C2HT, RCN / C.A.F. - passed away peacefully on March 24,
2002, in Owen Sound, ON. Predeceaseed by his parents Hugh and Ola,
brother Jim, and sister-in-law Isabel Aplin. Survived by his wife
Linda (nee Hyland), daughters Vicki (dave), Joanne and Karen (John),
son David, and his mother-in-law, Margaret Shrimpton; missed by
grandchildren Niki, Karl, Sean, Jared, Kate and Daniel; brothers
Naurice and Gary, and sister Anne, all of Ontario; also numerous
nieces and nephews. Ken served 25 years in the Royal Canadian Navy and
owned Anchor Marina for seven years in Cowichan Bay, B.C. In lieu of
Flowers contributions may be made to Cowichan District Hospital
Foundation, 3045 Gibbons Road, Duncan, BC.
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GUNN, Ronald William,
CPO2 Ship's Storesman, RCN / C.A.F. - of Halifax, NS - Born 02 Sep 1936 Died
19 May 2002
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GRIFFEY, William Edgar
(Bill), P2PW, RCN - of Sidney, BC passed away peacefully,
surrounded by his family on August 22, 2002. Bill was born, March 30,
1934 at Granum, AB. He received his education at the Granum School. He
worked for Alberta Treasury Branches, served in the Canadian Navy and
was employed by BC Ferries for 31 years, retiring in 1997. Bill is
survived by Catherine, his wife of 45 years; his children, Shane
(Joanne), Wade (maria), Pamela (Wayne) Potts, Warren (Elaine, Sandra
(Paul) Bergeron, Debbie (David) Fairweather, 18 grandchildren and a
sister, Mildred Jorgenson of Lethbridge, AB. He was predeceased by his
parents, Edgar and Leola Griffey and a sister, Dorraine. No funeral by
request.
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GARDINER, Alexander,
Sr., CPO EA 2c, V30577, RCNVR (served 01 Jul 40 - 12 Oct 1945) -
passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31st, 2002. He was the
youngest child of Alexander and Agnes who emigrated from Scotland to
Canada in 1914, and he was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on March
20, 1915, and moved with his family to Victoria in 1916. Alex was
predeceased by his first wife, Evelyn, in 1967; sisters, Agnes, Janet,
Lena, Kathleen; brothers, John and George, Alex is survived by his
loving wife Frances; son Alex (Diane), daughters Kathie (Larry) and
Barbara; stepson, Doug' granddaughters Kara and Lindsay; his extended
family Lana, Brian, Parker, Liam, Roberta, Melissa, Darren, Sheryl,
Griffin, Emerson, Avery and numerous nieces and nephews. Alex served n
the Royal Canadian Navy during WWII from July 1, 1940 to October 12,
1945. He worked as an electrician and electrical planner at HMC
Dockyard and, after his retirement, he worked for the Victoria Parks
Department. Alex and Fran spent many enjoyable and memorable years as
members of the Lake Hill Lawn Bowling Club. Special thanks are
extended to Dr. Keir MacMillan for his continual support; the staff at
the Parkwood Care Centre for their care and compassion during Alex's
residence. Donations may be made in Alex's memory to the Heart and
Stroke Foundation of BC.
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DOOLEY, James Samuel
(Jim) - age 67, of Brooklyn, Hants Co., passed away peace-fully on
Tuesday, August 7, 2018 in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax, surround-ed by
his loving family and treasured friends, listening to his favourite
Newfoundland songs. Born December 1, 1951 in Plate Cove East, N.L., he
was the son of late John Thomas and Elizabeth Jane (Barker) Dooley.
Jim was a veteran of the Canadian Navy and a proud sailor on the
Athabaskan (282). After the Navy he went to work for Hefler's Mill. He
loved sports, fishing, birdwatching, anything to do with nature and he
enjoyed the great outdoors. Jim adored the love of his life Debbie,
his daughters and grandchildren. He loved his family and it was very
hard for him to say goodbye. Until we see you again; Jimmy Sammy.....
Fly High. Jim is survived by his wife, the former Deborah Justason;
daughters, Erin Dooley (Daniel Tonge), Dartmouth; Meaghan Dooley
(Matthew Fowlie), Sackville; grandchildren, Emma and Samuel Fowlie;
brothers, John (Delores) Dooley, St. John's, N.L.; Edward (Dioni)
Dooley, Kingston, Ont.; Sean (Judy) Dooley, St. John's, N.L.; sisters,
Sandra Vellone, Kingston, Ont.; Elizabeth (Bob) Haggett, Roberts Arm,
N.L.; Shirley (Harv) Hiscock, Champense, N.L.; Sharmaine (Art) Pinsent,
Dildo, N.L.; , Beverley Dooley (Danny Daniels) Whitby, Ont.; many
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by son, Samuel James; and
brother-in-law, Frank Vellone. Cremation has taken place under the
care of Lindsay Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King St., P.O. Box 2218,
Windsor, NS B0N 2T0. "Come celebrate Jim's life at the Dooley
homestead (5 Chalet Cres., Brooklyn) on Saturday, August 18th, at 3
p.m. Bring your great memories of Jim, any adult beverages you might
enjoy and lawn chairs for your comfort". Burial will be held at a
later date. Donations in memory of Jim may be made to the Renal
Dialysis Unit at the VG Site, QEII, Halifax, NS B3H 2Y9. To have a
donation card placed, please call Lindsay's (902~798~2232).
HMCS ATHABASKAN
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CLARKE, John Walter
- Loved and never forgotten - John Walter Clarke of Lakefield, ON, in
his 88th year, on Friday, August 3, 2018 at PRHC. John was an aircraft
mechanic in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1952-1957 aboard the HMCS
Magnificent. He later served as a dedicated firefighter for the City
of Scarborough for 25 years. John is survived by his wife, Patricia
(nee Cottrell) of 65 years; his three children Jennifer, Jeffrey and
Sarah Collinson (John) and his grandchildren, Jessica, Rebecca and
Benjamin. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no funeral or
visitation. In his memory, his family requests donations be made to
the Peterborough Regional Health Centre. (Toronto Star 11 Aug 2018)
HMCS
MAGNIFICENT
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LANE, Robert Mack
(Bob) (14 Oct 1921 - 15 Jul 2018) - Dr. Robert Lane - Born
in Victoria, the only child of Eldon and Myrtle (Mack) Lane, and dying
peacefully at Parkwood Court, his home for the last two years, Bob was
predeceased by his wife of seventy years, Laura Kathleen (Cameron)
Lane ("Kay") and his grandson Colin Sands McInnes. He is
survived by his five children Ken (Julia), Mary Hughes (Bob), Susan
McInnes (David), Bill, and Sandy (Julie), nine grandchildren and
eleven great-grandchildren. After two years at Victoria College he
studied medicine at McGill University, receiving his MD in 1944. He
served first with the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps and then with
the Royal Canadian Navy. After the war he earned a Diploma in Public
Health from the University of Toronto, and in 1950 undertook
postgraduate studies in internal medicine at Queen's University. In
1953 he was appointed director of the Victoria and Island Chest
Clinic, a position he held until his retirement in 1982. He is a past
president of the British Columbia Medical Association, the British
Columbia Society of Internal Medicine, and the Board of the Art
Gallery of Greater Victoria. Wartime conditions saw Bob and his
classmates entering medical school without completing a bachelor's
degree. He corrected this by returning to University of Victoria
(successor to Victoria College) and completing two BA's. He is a past
president of the university's Alumni Association, and with his wife
endowed the Bob and Kay Lane Graduate Scholarship in demography. Bob's
family will honour him at a celebration of life in September. They
thank Dr. Gary Nielsen, and the staff of Douglas House, of Parkwood
Court, and of Wendy's Support Services, for the care given to Bob.
(Victoria Times Colonist 10 Aug 2018)
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LUNN, Vinetta Mary
(nee Burke), WRCNS (23 Oct 1917 - 03 Aug 2018) - At 100 years in
Montreal. Predeceased by her husband Hugh Lunn in 2011. She leaves her
children Bridget, Anthony and Sarah, grandchildren Naomi, Isabelle,
Anne-Mathilde, Catherine and Sebastian, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Also her niece Roberta Young of Barrie and many Lunn nieces and
nephews. Vinetta was born in Toronto to Anne Purtle (born of Irish
parents from Galway and Cashel) and Gerald Burke (born in Joggins NS
of Acadian parents). She attended Loretto College and St. Michael’s
College (U of T) graduating with a BA in 1938. During the war she
worked in Ottawa and Vancouver on government war effort jobs, then
joined the Navy as a WREN. Posts included Halifax and Cornwallis NS
and England where she worked in London until the end of the war and
where her future husband was in the RCAF. All her life, she kept in
touch with her many friends in the Navy. After the war Vinetta and
Hugh married in Vancouver, had three children and moved frequently
back and forth from Canada to Europe, including Vancouver, Montreal,
Chicoutimi, Isle of Wight (England), Guernsey, Brussels and
Zweibrucken (Germany). Settling in Ottawa in 1965, Vinetta worked at
the public library and the National Gallery library. The last move was
to Vancouver in the 70s where Vinetta worked at the UBC psychiatry
library and where they lived on the waterfront for over 35 years in
False Creek, Vancouver. In retirement she and Hugh loved to travel
through North America and Europe, play tennis every day and read.
Vinetta especially loved hosting her grandchildren in Vancouver every
summer. There will be a funeral mass at St. Irenaeus Church (3030
Delisle, Montreal) on Sat. Aug. 11 at 9 a.m. followed by a reception.
Wrens Crossed the Bar
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PRAMBERG, Frank Carl,
PO2, 4009-E, RCN - Born March 27, 1923, Vancouver, BC. Passed away
February 21, 1997, Kamloops, BC. Age 73
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Frank Pramberg 1942 (2) Frank Pramberg age 19 (4) Naval
parade in Victoria, BC - 1941. Frank Pramberg indicated by
arrow (4) Wedding photo - Frank and Celestine Pramberg,
Newfoundland, 06 Aug 1945 (5) unknown warship (6)
King George V class battleship (7) Letter awarding Frank
Pramberg the CVSM for Korea (8) In Memoriam - Frank Pramberg
HMCS
PRESERVER
- Served in PRESERVER in 1943
HMCS ST LAURENT
- Served in ST LAURENT in 1942
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WEISGERBER, Ron, LS.SW,
RCN - died 1975
HMCS KOOTENAY
- Ron Weisgerber was serving in Kootenay as a LS.SW at the time of the
explosion
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WARREN, Willie, OS.SG,
RCN - Died 1973
HMCS KOOTENAY
- Willie Warren was serving in Kootenay as an OS.SG at the time of the
explosion
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SWITZER, Jerry, LS.ST,
RCN - date of passing unknown
HMCS KOOTENAY
- Jerry Switzer was serving in Kootenay as a LS.ST at the time of the
explosion
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HENDERSON, Frederick
Joseph James, Skipper Lt, RCNR - Died Summer 1998
HMCS MIDLAND
HMCS SUNBEAM - 5th Commanding Officer
HMCS
RIVERTON
- Appointed to RIVERTON 26 Apr 1944 as Ch Skpr, RCNR, XO. Promoted to
Skpr Lt, RCNR, 20 Mar 1945
RCMP Vessel ST ROCH
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MELANSON, Paul Joseph
(Trapper), RCN - 78, passed away suddenly in QEII Health Sciences
Centre on August 15, 2006. Born in Halifax, Paul was a son of the late
Alan and Helen (Bourque) Melanson. Paul is survived by his wife of 56
years, Shirley (Redden); son, Paul (Dale), Ontario; daughters, Donna
Baker (Robert), Halifax; Elizabeth Miller, Halifax; Catherine Potter
(Paul), Hacketts Cove, and Beverlee Cox (Philip), Prospect;
grandchildren, Karen, Dara, Niall, Dawn, Robyn, Daniel, Erin, Sean,
and Mark. He is survived by brothers, William, Edward, and Raymond. He
was predeceased by sisters, Helen Marie Cormier (Sister of Charity),
Mary, Margaret; brothers, Adonis "Dunnie", Alan, and Tilmon.
"Trapper" served 25 years in the Royal Canadian Navy with
two tours in Korea. He retired from the navy in 1970. Upon retirement
he worked for Stevens & Smith Insurance for 10 years. Paul was an
active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, serving as president of
the Bedford branch for three years. Paul was an active member in the
barbershop choruses of the Atlantic Swells and the City of Lakes. He
was an active member of the Chiefs and Petty Officers Association and
Korean War Veterans Association. Paul was a long-time member of the
Volunteer Fire Departments in Rockingham and Bedford. Paul was a
well-known and well-loved member of his community, always ready to
lend a hand to neighbours and strangers alike. His grandchildren
brought him great joy in his retirement years. He had a passion for
gardening and he was famous for his pickles. He could be found every
morning at the Northcliffe Pool for his daily swim. Paul was known as
the "candy man". He would hand out bags of candy to those he
knew and also to those he didn't know. Paul loved to play the guitar
and sing, famous for his Jimmy Durante, Ray Charles and Japanese song
renditions. He had a great sense of humour and always had a good joke
to tell. This wonderful man will be missed very deeply by his loving
family, friends, neighbours, colleagues and all those whose lives he
touched. Visitation will be in Atlantic Funeral Home, Bayers Road,
Halifax, today from 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with a
Memorial Legion Service being held at 7 p.m. Friday. The funeral
service will be held in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in
Rockingham on Saturday at 10 a.m. with a reception to follow in the
church hall. Cremation and burial will be at a private service at sea
and Pleasant Hill Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation
of Nova Scotia. (Halifax Chronicle Herald 17 Aug 2006)
HMCS
HAIDA - Served in HAIDA in the late 1950s as a CPO Submitted
by Carl: As sailors and dogs were sometimes shunned in Bermuda
waters we set up a wet canteen at HMS MALABAR. You know how hard
it is for sailors to accept last call . . . well, Trapper would strum
his guitar and lead us in song as he led us back to the ship - much
like the Pied Piper.
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DINNER, Lorne, Supply
Assistant, V23394, RCNVR, killed - 20 Sep 1943, HMCS ST CROIX -
Born 06 Dec 1922 son of Albert M. and of Ada E. Dinner, Montréal, QC.
Newspaper
article on Lorne Dinner
Book
of Remembrance entry
HMCS ST CROIX
Source: Steinberg's
Employees on Active Service list
The Montreal Star January 1942
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GREGOIRE, Joseph
Raymond, P1BN, 55539-E, RCN / C.A.F. (served 17 Apr 1963 - 24 Apr
1990) - born August 28, 1943 in North Bay, ON. Passed away
peacefully with all his family at his side on Nov. 15, 2001. Survived
by his loving family, wife Sandy, son Bill (Leigh) Gregoire, daughter
Robynne (Simon) Mills. He also leaves his three precious
granddaughters Morgan and Madelaine Gregoire and Lauren Mills; his
extended family, Gord Neilson, Sue, Erin & Scott; niece Nicci;
nephew Mark; great nieces Kendall and Teagan. Ray also leaves his
family in North Bay, ON; uncles Pat (Betty) Gregoire, Art Gregoire and
Elaine; and brothers Don, Steve and Robert; nephews Chris, Dale, Cory,
Craig and Dennis; neices Debbie, Pam and Cheryl; great niece Jamie and
great nephew Cody. Ray served in the RCN / CF for 27 years.
Celebration of life service will be held at the CPO's Mess in
Esquimalt on Sunday, 25 November at 1 p.m. Donations can be made to a
charity of one's choice if so desired.
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GORDON, Jack Oliver,
C2ER, 52016-E, RCN / C.A.F. (served 23 Feb 1960 - 23 Feb 1985)
- Born 1941, Victoria, BC. Passed on january 15, 2002 in 100 Mile
House Hospital after a battle with cancer. Leaves to mourn mother,
Myrtle Finch-Field; stepfather, Reg Finch-Field; daughter, Tracie
(Conrad); sister, Noreen (Cal); brothers, Ted (Sandra), Reg (Carolyn)
and nieces and nephews. Educated in Victoria Schools graduating from
Victoria high school. Joined RCN retired after 25 years. Member of
C&PO's Association and R.C.L. Memorial service held in HMCS Naden
Naval Chapel, Wed., January 23 at 2:00 P.M. Flowers declined, may
donate to charity of their choice.
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GUISE, Ernest (Ernie),
P1CM 7351-E/H / Lt, RCN (served 23 Sep 1948 - 13 Jan 1971) - of
Penticton, BC. Born 10 Nov 1930 Died 16 Dec 2002
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GUTHRIE, Thomas
Forsyth, P2AT, 26047-H, RCN / C.A.F. (served 01 Jan 1945 - 01 Jan
1974) - "Tommy's gone Awa". It is with great sadness
that the Guthrie family announces the passing of Thomas Forsyth
Guthrie on January 13, 2002 in Victoria, BC. He will be lovingly
remembered by his wife Vida; sister, Elsa; daughters, Carol (Roger)
and Alana; sons, Scott (Leslie) and Steven (Louise); his cherished
grandchildren, Terry, Christopher, Jacqueline, Simon, Camille and
Lisa, great-grandchildren, Madison and Colin. Born in Glasgow,
Scotland in 1927, Tom immigrated to Canada in 1950 joining the Royal
Canadian Navy. Many friends and even more stories were made there
before his retirement in 1976, when he was "off to the
races", training horse and forming more friends and stories.
Tommy had a rich, rewarding life through his friends, family and many
animals that kept turning up at his door. Never to be turned away,
being taken in to the family instead. There was always a bowl of food
for the cat at the front door, and a pot of tea for his friends on the
stove. A memorial service will be held Friday January 18, at 1:00 p.m.
at St. Luke's Church on 3821 Cedar Hill X Rd, Victoria. In lieu of
lowers, donations can be made to the Victoria Hospice or the SPCA.
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GWILT, Thomas
Franklin, CPO.VS, 3143-E, RCN / R10358, RCNR (served 04 Apr 1938 - 17
Sep 1947) - born January 1, 1919, in Courtenay, B.C., passed away
peacefully on October 14, 2003. He leaves his loving wife Alice, his
children Sharon (Bill), Gary (Lauri) and Carol (Doug) and his
grandchildren, Kelsey, Meagan, Casey and Carmen. He will be remembered
as a thoughtful husband, devoted and generous father, father-in-law,
and grandfather, war-time Yeoman of Signals, hard-working resort
owner, part-time lighthouse keeper, loyal legion member and
enthusiastic vacationer. A memorial service will be held at the Royal
Canadian Bowser Legion #211 on Sunday, October 26 at 1:00 PM.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 565 W 10th Avenue,
Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 4J4, will be gratefully accepted in lieu of
flowers. Special thanks to all those at Eagle Park who made him feel
at home. We will miss him. (Victoria Times Colonist on 23 Oct 2003)
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GLASSFORD, Lloyd
Henry, P1RM, RCN - Suddenly at his home in Victoria, March 2,
2004. Lloyd was born July 17th 1928, at home, in Gibson's Landing, BC.
He was the son, grandson and great grandson of Gibson pioneers. His
early years were spent at various towns along what is now called the
Sunshine Coast, where his father worked on Forest Service boats. In
1940 the family moved to Qualicum Beach where Lloyd Attended
elementary and high school. During the Second World War Lloyd was a
member of the Pacific Coast Military Rangers. In 1946 he joined the
Royal Canadian Navy. He served in the Far East during the Korean
Conflict, on board HMCS Cayuga. After his retirement from the RCN in
1967, Lloyd became a Correctional Guard. In 1974 he was promoted to
Case Management Officer (now called "in house parole
officer"). He retired from this in 1993 due to an injury to his
knee. He then enjoyed retirement and fostered his love of antique
cars. Lloyd was predeceased by his father R.J. (Bob) Glassford in
1972, his mother Margaret in 2001 and his sister Ruth Boyce in 1999.
Hi is survived by his daughter Suzanne (Glassford) McCallum of Surrey,
his son Lorne Glassford of Victoria, grandsons Sean and Brandon
McCallum and Liam Price-Glassford, also two sisters, Bea Wray of
Gibson's and Marion O'Toole of Celista. Lloyd will be greatly missed
by his family and friends. His wishes were for cremation and no
service. Those wishing to remember him are asked to give in his name
ot a charity of their choice.
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GRIFFITH, Stan, PO
DEMS, V12195, RCNVR (served 20 Nov 1934 - 28 Jul 1945) - of
Edmonton, AB. Born 05 Jan 195 Died 13 May 2004
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RITCHIE, Thomas
Stewart, LS - It is with heartfelt sadness that the family of
Thomas Stewart Ritchie announces his passing peacefully in Brampton on
April 8, 2012. Tom was born January 30, 1924 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to
Daniel R. Ritchie and Janet (Binnie). He served as Leading Seaman of
the Royal Canadian Navy Coastal Services, 65th Flotilla in the English
Channel during World War II. He began his own company, R&M
Plastics, in 1966 in Brampton, Ontario. Tom received his second Paul
Harris Award from the Brampton Rotary Club in 2010, was an avid golfer
and impressive magician. Tom will be forever missed by his loving wife
of 67 years, Betty M. (Tomney) and devoted children Brian (deceased
2003) and Wendy Ritchie, Bob and Linda Ritchie, Susan and Frank
Romanelli; wonderful grandchildren Todd and Jenni Ritchie, Shawn and
Sonya Romanelli, Amy and Michelle Talbert, Tammy and Glen Harding and
Dan and Trina Ritchie; delightful great- grandchildren Connor
Romanelli, Samantha and Nicole Harding and Miles Ritchie and dear
friend of Brian and the Ritchie family, Dianne Hodge. He will be truly
missed by siblings, Walter and Denise Ritchie (Winnipeg), Margaret
Sacks (Fallbrook), Alex and Del Ritchie (Winnipeg). A celebration of
Tom's life will be at 2 p.m. on April 21st at Greenway Retirement Home
in Brampton, where the staff have provided excellent care and support
to Tom and Betty. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to
The War Amps or charity of your choice. (Toronto Star 17 Apr 2012)
MTB 746
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McKENZIE, Edward
William - On August 7, 2018, Ed passed away peacefully at Deer
Lodge Centre, which had been his home for the last seven years. Many
thanks to the "team" that cared for dad. The patience, care
and kindness they demonstrated are greatly appreciated. Ed is survived
by his children, Marna (Doug) Overton of Peoria, AZ, Joan Megan of
Minnedosa, and Jim (Paule) of St. Pierre Jolys, daughter-in-law
Anne-Marie (Chuck), seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and
his sister Gladys. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 67 years,
Dorothy (Grinke), son Chuck of Maryville, Tennessee, son-in-law Jim
Corley, grandson Joshua, brother James and many family members and
friends. Ed was born in 1925 in Winnipeg and attended Hugh John
McDonald and Daniel McIntyre High School. After graduation he worked
for Swift Canadian Co., joined the navy and returned to Swifts after
his service. He worked in the livestock section for the next 47 years
with a 22 year stint in Edmonton, Alberta. During his career he made
many friends and kept in touch long after retiring. Ed enjoyed sports,
namely curling, golf and basketball. In 1964 he was president of the
Civic Cal Curling Club. He also had a strong connection to the St.
Andrews Basketball Club in Winnipeg and the Belvedere Golf and Country
Club in Edmonton. In keeping with Dad's wishes, cremation has taken
place and the family will gather at a later date for a graveside
ceremony. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of
your choice. (Winnipeg Free Press 11 Aug 2018)
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SLY, William Morley,
Bos'n, RCN / C.A.F. (22 Dec 1948 - 07 Dec 2014) - of Nanticoke passed away after a
lengthy illness at West Haldimand General Hospital on Sunday December
7, 2014 in his 66th year. Loving husband of Eleanor, dear father of
Bill of Port Dover, AJ (Steven) of Toronto and Maryann Sly-Kensley
(Adrian) of Guelph. Proud grandfather of Billie, Isaac, Russell,
Samantha and Sydney. Will be fondly remembered by brother-in-law Bill
and sister-in-law Esther. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Clela,
siblings Raymond, Albert, Jean, Shirley and Joyce and brother-in-law
Clayton. Bill served in the Royal Canadian Navy, worked as a
millwright and went back to school and at age 42 and graduated from
McMaster University with a degree in Labour Studies. He was interested
in world religion and philosophy but his true passion was the water as
he so much enjoyed his house on the lake. Friends are invited to meet
with family to share memories of Bill on Saturday December 13, 2014
from 11am to 1pm at Thompson Waters Funeral Home, 102 First Ave Port
Dover. A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will follow the
visitation at the funeral home Chapel at 1pm. Bill Lee officiant.
Donations to West Haldimand General Hospital or Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice
would be appreciated.
HMCS ANNAPOLIS
- Served in Annapolis 1970-1973 as a Bos'n
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BELL, Lawrence Edward
(Larry) - Born 1925 Died 1985. Larry served in HMCS
Algonquin during WW2 on the Murmansk Run.
HMCS
ALGONQUIN
- Served in Algonquin during the Second World War
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BURNS, Donald Tyrrell
(Terry) - 77 of St. George's Channel, Cape Breton, died August 10,
2018, at home. Terry was born in Bridgewater the son of the late
Donald Wolsley and Barbara Jean ( Whynacht) Burns. He is survived by
his wife and partner of 52 years, Rosemary Elizabeth (Stevens);
daughter, Christine Elizabeth Burns, Truro; granddaughter, Alexandria
Elizabeth Field, Lantz; sister, Marilyn Elizabeth Burns (Ron Murphy),
Dartmouth; nieces, Wendy Williston (Gary Patterson), Dartmouth;
Belinda "Linda" Rouillard (Sylvain Rouillard), Halifax and
numerous great nieces and nephews. Terry was an accomplished golfer, a
seasoned sailor and enjoyed the hunting camp with the camp crew. He
served for three years in The Royal Canadian Navy before becoming a
C.P.G.A. Golf Professional. At Terry's request no visitation or
funeral. "Remember me as you last saw me", helping a
neighbour, swinging a golf club, boiling a big pot of lobsters or
crabs, grilling up steaks at a fund raiser, plowing snow, manning the
power saw, or face into the wind at the helm of a yacht. If so
desired, donations may be made in Terry's memory to Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements have been entrusted to
Mattatall - Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro.
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MacDONALD, John Dan,
PO - PO MacDonald served in the Engineroom of HMCS Thunder during
WW2. He married Julia Arleen Arthrell who was in the CWAC'S in Halifax
and had two boys, John William and Richard Murray. They lived in
Stellarton NS until 1947 when they moved to Paris, Ontario, where he
worked at Penman's textile mills until becoming an ambulance driver; a
job he held until he retired. John was predeceased by his wife in
1993. She died on their anniversary, New Year's Eve of that year. John
died in July 1998 from a heart attack. Both John and Julia are buried
in the veterans part of the Paris cemetery.
HMCS THUNDER
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GRANDIN, William
(Bill) - Veteran WW2. Bill passed away before 2010, around
the same time as his wife and son. He had one surviving
daughter.
Bill was a friend of Herbert
Higgs - they both served in the Royal Canadian Navy during World
War 2.
Photo
of Bill Grandin in front of a barber ship in Montreal circa Feb
1944 - a bunch of guys outside a barbershop. Front row centre is
William (Billy) Grandin, RCNVR, veteran of convoy duty including the
Murmansk Run. Herbert joined up with Billy. On the far right is
Edouard (Eddy) Daoust, RCNVR. Herbert is in the bask row, 3rd from the
left. Photo dated 26 Feb 1944
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Daoust, Edouard (Eddy)
- WW2 Veteran. Date of passing unknown.
Eddy was a friend of Herbert
Higgs - they both served in the Royal Canadian Navy during World
War 2.
Photo
of Eddy Daoust in front of a barber ship in Montreal circa Feb
1944 - a bunch of guys outside a barbershop. Front row centre is
William (Billy) Grandin, RCNVR, veteran of convoy duty including the
Murmansk Run. Herbert joined up with Billy. On the far right is
Edouard (Eddy) Daoust, RCNVR. Herbert is in the bask row, 3rd from the
left. Photo dated 26 Feb 1944
Photo
of Eddy Daoust (right) with Herbert Higgs circa Feb 1944
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LEWIS, Harold (Hal),
RCN - 69, passed away at home, January 24, 1999, after a
courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, the former
Patricia Hardiman; sons, David (Marlaine), McGraths Cove; Rick
(Diane), Glen Margaret; Tim (Kim), Ottawa; Shawn (Cavin), Halifax;
daughters, Linda (Paul O'Brien), Vancouver; Lorri (Fred) Werner,
Dartmouth. He was "Grampy" to 11 grandchildren whom he loved
dearly. Hal was a member of the Royal Canadian Navy from 1947-50. He
later worked for the National Harbour's Board in Halifax for 14 years.
Throughout these years, Hal also worked for the sports he loved, as an
umpire and chief with the Nova Scotia Softball Association; as a
referee, chief and administrator with the Nova Scotia Amateur Hockey
Association in Halifax, and for 22 years as an essential figure on the
Canadian Hockey Association in Ottawa. Hal was an avid golfer and
remained active until shortly before his death. He will be greatly
missed by his family, friends and colleagues and the entire sport he
was so committed to. A memorial service will be held Wednesday,
January 27, at 1 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St.,
Dartmouth, Msgr. Currie officiating. Reception to follow in the
funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
palliative care program of the QEII Health Sciences Centre. (Halifax
Chronicle Herald 26 Jan 1999)
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GROSETH, Robert
(Bobby) Byron, C2ET, 14723-E, RCN / C.A.F. (served 04 Jan 1951 - 31
Jan 1976) - passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved
family after a brief but courageous battle with cancer on August 13,
2004 at Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops, B.C. Predeceased by sister
Betty Lou, father Lawrence, mother Lulu and brother Lawrence. Robert
leaves behind his devoted wife of fifty years Janet, children Roxanne
(Bill) Mooney, Steven (Carolynn), Valarie (Jan) Versendaal, Lance (Serap),
Annette (Leonard); grandchildren Allison, Paul, Jaclynn, Rachael,
Conyr, Nicholas, Nolan, Melissa, Paige, Kira, Emily, Megan; sister
Gayla, and loyal K9 companion Summer. Born July 15, 1932 in Melville,
Sask., Robert spent his early life on the family farm in Dubac, Sask.
After joining the Royal Canadian Navy at 17, he gave 25 years of
service. He retired from the Navy in 1975 with the rank of Chief Petty
Officer. At the end of his service Robert took his family north to
Mackenzie, B.C. working in the forestry industry as an electrician.For
30 years he was a valuable, dynamic individual in the community. It
was in the north that Robert was able to pursue his passion for the
outdoors. He was an accomplished hunter, fisherman, marksman, trapper
and prospector. Sorely missed by all will be his engaging and lively
personality, his love of conversation, good food and devilish wit. An
open reception will be held on August 21, 3:00 p.m. at Pro Pats Legion
#411 Gorge Road East. In lieu of flowers please direct a donation to
B.C. Cancer Foundation Centre for the Southern Interior, Suite 200-601
W. Broadway Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. (Victoria Times Colonist 18 Aug
2004)
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GUENTHER, Gerald Wayne
(Jiggs), P1ER, 39054-E, RCN / C.A.F. (served 23 Oct 1957 - 30 Aug
1986) (23 Nov 1937 - 18 Feb 2005) - Born in Ponoka, Alta.,
faithfully walked friend Maggie to school each day; hence the nickname
""Jiggs"". Served in the Canadian Forces (Navy)
almost 30 years, followed by several years of school bus driving at 70
Mile/100 Mile House. Jiggs' warmth, humour and friendship will be
greatly missed by wife Lorraine Joni, son Robert, stepsons Glen
(Myrna) and Greg, brothers Ronald and Melvin (Joan), nieces, nephews,
grandchildren, many cousins, wonderful friends and his very special
""school bus kids and teachers"". A celebration of
Jiggs' life will be held at 70 Mile Community Hall, followed by a
reception, on April 9, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. Donations to the BC Cancer
Society or the 100 Mile Hospice/Palliative Care Society are greatly
appreciated. The family extends its deepest appreciation to the South
Cariboo Health Centre, physicians, nurses, support staff and hospice
volunteers for their dedicated, compassionate care provided to us
during Jiggs' lengthy illness. (Victoria Times Colonist 26 Feb 2005)
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GRANT, Leith Johnstone,
C2FC, RCN / C.A.F. - Born on July 15, 1932, passed away
peacefully, his family at his side, on March 14, 2005 following a
brief but valiant fight with cancer. He was predeceased by his wife,
Vera and will be loving remembered by his 3 children, Jeri, Andrew and
Peter, his friend Tena and his 3 grandchildren. Dad will be sorely
missed by all those whose lives he touched and he will be remembered
for his big heart. No service by request. If desired, donations in
Leith's name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. (Victoria
Times Colonist 18 Mar 2005)
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CAMPBELL, William
Burton, V51150, RCNVR - Died 13 Dec 2004
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Portrait of Seaman Campbell (2 & 3) Photo of Seaman
Campbell (4) Theatre coming attractions & Air Raid
procedure (5) Bournemouth Pavilion Programme (6) Leave
Guide for London (7) Woodbine cigarette package (8) Friary
Ale label
Photos courtesy of Thomas Campbell
HMCS
KOOTENAY
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TAGGART, Donald Ray
(Don), CPO1, RCN / C.A.F. - 78, of Coldbrook, passed away
peacefully on Friday, August 17, 2018 at home. Born in Ottawa,
Ontario, he was a son of the late Cecil and Mary Janet Rose
"Mae" (Ray) Taggart. Don was a 25-year veteran of the Royal
Canadian Navy, retiring as Chief Petty Officer, 1st Class, in 1981.
Don continued to work in the supply field until he retired in 1995 at
which time he moved to Coldbrook. He was a life member of the Royal
Canadian Legion, Kings Branch No. 6, Kentville. Within the legion, Don
held many positions, retiring as Service Officer. In his younger
years, Don was an avid golf player. Don enjoyed spending time with
family and friends, and he especially enjoyed his time with his great
grand children. He was the last surviving member of his immediate
family. Don is survived by his wife of 58 years, Shirley (Burgoyne);
three daughters, Linda Gillespie, Coldbrook; Janet Taggart (Darlene
Crittenden), Beaver Bank; Angela (Jim) Archibald, Beaver Bank; six
grandchildren, Donnie Gillespie, Kelly Gillespie, Corrie (Meghan)
Demedeiros, Stephanie (Lionel) Ouedraogo, Michael Archibald (Laurel
Duhme) and Mathew Archibald; two great-grandchildren, Jaydon MacDonald
and Dawson Burhoe; nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Don was
predeceased by son in law Donald Gillespie Sr., two sisters, Lois and
Joan; two brothers, Bill and Terry. Cremation has taken place. There
will be no visitation, by request. Donations in memory may be made to
the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of ones
choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral
Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.
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