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to life -0697401 OTTAWA CITIZEN CLASSIFIED SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2013 H3 REMEMBERING call 613-829-9321 ottawacitizen.com/remembering The Ottawa Citizen notes the following obituaries in today's paper To view a notice online, share your memories or express condolences, go to ottawacitizen.com/obituaries AGIUS, BAIRD, BARRETT, MCCANN, BAYER, MCCLELLAND, BEAUCHAMP, MCKEE, BERTHIAUME, MCNAMARA, BOKIJ, MENDEL, BRASSARD, MENZIES, BUSSIERE, MOSS, CAMPBELL, O'GRADY, CONE, PETERS, CURUZZI, PLATT, DEWAR, RENDER, DIAMOND, RICHARDSON, DILAY, SCHARF, DRIFTMIER, SCHELER, EISENSTAT, SEASONS, FERRI, SHAW, FINN, SHEEHAN, GOLAY, SMITH, HAIGHT, SOAME, HAMILTON, HEIDEMAN, THOMAS, HOLMESDALE, THOMASING, HUGGETT, KELLY, VAN RIEL, KENNELLY, VERNEY, LACASSE, VIRR, WHITEHEAD, LAROSE, YOUNGER, LEPAGE, New notices are marked by an Notices may not appear alphabetically due to space requirements. Obituaries AGIUS, Anthony Julian Retired Federal Government- Research Economist Anthony (Tony) Agius, 87. passed away Tuesday, February 26. 2013. He will be sadly missed by dear wife Pam.

Proud father of Tom and his, Gillian (Del) Atwood. Cherished grandfather of Peter, Paul and Mark; and family friend Micheline Courbet. Tony will be missed by family in England; sister Gemma Christine Thompson, (John) nieces Batter Ann and (David) nephew Mays; (Ann) Agius. Tony was born in Hamrun, During WWII Tony served with the Royal Air Force in Malta. Following education at St Andrew's University, Scotland he moved to Canada in 1955 for postgraduate studies at McGill.

He brought his family to Ottawa in 1965 where he was employed by the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada followed by work with the Dept. of Labour (Research Economist) and the Federal Superannuates National Association. Over the years interests included cooking, gardening, computers, art, Catholic theology and riding his Lambretta. Funeral mass will take place on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 11 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 1758 Alta Vista Dr. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation greatly appreciated by the family.

Arrangements entrusted to the Whelan Funeral tel. 613-233-1488. HE LAN FUNERAL HOME Passed away peacefully at Columbia Forest Long- Term Care Centre, Waterloo on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at the age of 101. Predeceased by his wife Ida Fern (nee Trowbridge) in 1985. Kenneth is survived by his children, Linda Grant (Ed Feick) of Waterloo and Flesherton, Tanya Fitzpatrick (Garry) of Montreal and Boston, and David Baird (Betty Ann) of Victoria and Delhi.

Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Christopher Baird (Elaine), Stephen Baird (Melanie). Jennifer Fitzpatrick (Jacques), Fitzpatrick, Jamie Fitzpatrick (Jenifer), Marcia Fitzpatrick (Rick), Alison Phillips (Andrew) and Trevor Grant, as well as 14 great-grandchildren. Kenneth is also survived by his brother, Norman Baird (Margaret) of Ottawa and sister, Helen Couchand (Emile) of Bradenton, Florida. Predeceased by his parents, David and Mary (Lewis) Baird and eight brothers and sisters. Kenneth was a dentist, serving as Director General with the Royal Canadian Dental Corps, with the Canadian Armed Forces from 1939 1967.

He served overseas during World War Il from 1941 1945. He was also the Queen's Honorary Dental Surgeon during that time. After retiring, he went on to become the Director of Clinics at the University of Western Ontario in London from 1968 1976. Following this, he continued to work at the university well into his 80s. He was also a volunteer with the London Family and Children's Services for many years.

Ken kept himself very active over the years. He enjoyed many hobbies such as wine making, gardening, golf, curling as well as making furniture and creating models of tall ships. He was an accomplished artist. He enjoyed spending time with his family and took great joy in his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Ken's family will receive friends at the Erb Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St.

Waterloo on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 from 12 12:45 p.m. The memorial service will follow in the Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday. A reception will immediately follow the service at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment at Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the Grand River Hospital Foundation may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

A special thank you is extended to the wonderful and caring staff of the Columbia Forest Long-Term Care Centre is Waterloo, and also especially to the wonderful ladies from Revera Home Health: Lorna, Shannelle. Mo, Shanaz, Ivey, Jasmine, Rita and Rosa. Their kindness is fondly remembered by Kenneth's family. BAIRD, Dr. Kenneth B.

Gen. (Ret'd) OBE, CD, QDS, DDS, FICD 1911-2013 Obituaries BARRETT, Harry John Ph.Eng A Graduate of the Royal Aircraft Establishment Technical College, Retiree of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited and a 32nd Degree Freemason Passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 in his 87th year. Born October 1st. 1926 in Colsterworth, England. Beloved husband of Kornelia Laub-Barrett (nee Hoffman).

Loving father of James Barrett (Darlene) of Ottawa, David Laub (Michelle) of Ottawa and John Laub (Kathryn) of Burlington. Predeceased by his parents Arthur John and Mary (nee Alexander) Barrett of England, his first wife Anne (nee Thomson) and his brother David of England. -in-law to Rosemary (Ealden) of England. Survived by his precious grandchildren Patric Laub of Ottawa, Robin McNulty-Laub (Kate) of Kingston and Cassidy Laub of Burlington. Lovingly remembered by his family members in England.

Harry will be missed by his many friends in sports, work and dance. Special thanks to the Queensway Carleton Hospital and the Ottawa Heart Institute. A memorial service will be held at the Pinecrest Remembrance Chapel (2500 Baseline Road, Ottawa) on Saturday, March 9th at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made to www.colefuneralservices.com.

His love of life was infectious, his love of travel was unending. COLE FUNERAL SERVICES 613-831-7122 TM www.colefuneralservices.com -0698146 BAYER, William C. Ill Peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital after a short illness with cancer, on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, age 65 years. Predeceased by his parents William C. Bayer Jr.

and Ann Bayer (January 9, 2013), sister Barbara, and uncle Joseph Marra and his aunt Mary. He leaves behind his wife Marilyn McQueen; daughters Amy Lanctot and Cyndy Gendron; sons Daniel, Michael Bayer and Christoper Cary: grandchildren Darien, Zander. Julien, Mikayla, Sheila, and Louie; nephews James Puliafico and William Kewer; niece Madelyn Kewer as well as many friends and colleagues who will miss him dearly. Bill was born and educated in Boston, Massachusetts where he worked in the Air Force Reserves as a communications operator, until he moved to Canada. He resided in Manotick and worked as a remote sensing engineer until his retirement.

He enjoyed his grandchildren, his home, cooking and looking after his roses and trees. A memorial service will be held at the Kars Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr. Kars (East of Hwy 416) on Friday, March 8th at 2pm. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre, 501 Smyth Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6 in Bill's memory. Tributes, donations and condolences may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.

Tubman KARS CHAPEL 613-722-6559 0691827 BEAUCHAMP, Naif Joseph 18 August 1928 23 February 2013 Born in Gracefield, Quebec, beloved father of Suzanne Banner and Nicholas (Donna). Grandfather of David (Aimee) Banner and Daryl Banner, great grandfather of Jordon and loving husband of Jennie. Survived by one of three brothers, two of three sisters, nephews, grand-nephew, niece and friends. Cpl. Naif "Bounce" Beauchamp, you had a passion for flying since your first days in the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, in 1946.

You dedicated your life to charitable organizations: Ottawa Lions Club (President). Kiwanis and Shrine (Grand Potentate). Your perseverance and impish sense of humour never left you (pull my finger, indeed). Dad, your earthly life gave you more than your hard earned achievements. It completed with the love and respect of your family.

You are forever in our hearts. The Lord now give you peace. at: megarryfamily.ca 613-728-1761 -0696769 UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA HEART INSTITUTE MAKE A MEMORIAL DONATION IN HONOUR OF YOUR LOVED ONE 10529476 www.ottawaheart.ca 613-761-4790 Celebrate a life with a personalized website where friends and family can contribute memories, video, photos, music and more. Visit remembering.ca Peacefully in hospital, Shawville, Quebec on Thursday. February 28, 2013 six days prior to his 90th birthday.

Born 1 March 6, 1923 to his loving parents, the late Clifford and Lottie May (Emmerson). Predeceased by brother Irvin (late Florence Doherty). Fondly remembered by many cousins. Known for his 44 years of taxi service, Cone's Taxi, in and around the Shawville area. Friends may call at W.J.

Hayes Sons Funeral Home, 134 Centre Street, Shawville, Quebec on Monday, March 4, 2013 from 11 a.m. Funeral to follow at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment Shawville Pentecostal Cemetery. Donations to Pontiac Community Hospital would be appreciated.

www.hayesfuneralhome.ca -0698670 CONE, Clifford "Lloyd" BERTHIAUME, Lyn 1920 2013 On Monday, February 25, 2013 Lyn Berthiaume of Orleans, in her 93rd year, passed away peacefully at the Montfort Hospital with family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Richard Berthiaume. (1959), she was predeceased by her parents Percival Blackburn (Bush) Winning and Emilienne (nee St Amour) and her sister Elizabeth Millar (Frank). Following the death of her husband, Lyn raised her family as a single parent with great courage and independence while pursuing a career in the Public Service. She will be greatly missed by her devoted children, Richard (Carmelita Louvelle), Mike (Patricia Frawley) and Lucie (Ron Poling) as well as her loving grandchildren, Alicia (Steve Bursey), Rick, Geoffrey, Bryn and Sean.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects at Beechwood Cemetery and Funeral Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue (east of the Vanier Parkway). Ottawa, on Saturday, March 9, 2013 from 1:00 p.m., until Service time in the Sacred Space at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow in the Borden and Fleming Suite. In memoriam donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society and the Heart and Stroke Foundation. CIMETIERE ET SERVICES BEECHWOOD CEMETERY AND FUNERAL SERVICES (613) 741-9530 BOKIJ, Gail (nee Cardiff) Retired BR Surrounded family on Friday, March 1, 2013 in her year.

Beloved wife of Alex. Penal Proud mother of Patti (Mike Cybuiski) and Sandi (Dave Duncan). Cherished grandma to Katrina, Adam, Natasha and Alyssa. Dear sister of Lynn (Wayne Woolsey), sister-in-law of Sophie (Petro Ostapchuk) and the late Helen Belenda and John Bokij. Also fondly remembered by her niece Christine Woolsey and her nephew Mark Woolsey (Cindy).

Special thanks to all the support workers who have helped Gail over the past several years. Friends may call at the Westbgro, Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, Richmond Rd. (at Roosevelt) on Sunday, March 3, 2013 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, March 4, 2013 at 11 a.m. Those wishing may make donations to the Heart Institute or the Aphasia Centre.

Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com. TM WESTBORO CHAPEL Retirement Residence, Saturday, February 23, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Robert Brassard. Much loved mother of Harold (Betty), Teri (Darryl). April (Mark), Philip (Joanne), Patrick (Teresa).

Sadly 15 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered by her siblings Ellen, May, Linda (Bert), June (Robert) and her brother-in-law Wendall (June). Predeceased by her parents Edward and Mary and her siblings Vincent, Theresa, Patrick and Marie. Funeral arrangements in the care of Kelly Funeral Home, Kanata Chapel 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata, ON K2M 1H4 613-591-6580 Funeral Service to follow in May. in memoriam donations to the Alzheimer's Society are appreciated.

www.kellyfh.ca BRASSARD, Agnes (nee Hickey) Peacefully, at the Empress Kanata Jeff Suddenly Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at the age of 48 years. Jeff will be dearly missed by his mother Florence, his business partner and best friend Stephane, Tina their children Natasha and Lisa and many dear close friends. Family and friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home Orleans 2370 St. Joseph Blvd. Orleans, ON K1C 1G1 613-837-2370 on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 from 1:00 p.m.

to p.m. In mernoriam donations to The Heart and Stroke Foundation are appreciated. www.kellyfh.ca -0698475 CAMPBELL, Laura (nee Poole) Peacefully, in hospital, Shawville, Quebec on March 1, 2013 in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late James Campbell. Loving mother of Sonia, Linda, Heather (Helder) and Gregory (Laurie).

Cherished grandmother of Wendy, Lisa, James, Sarah, Dominic, Krista, Marcus and great-grandmother of Bianca, Devon, Michel and Lyla. A private family interment will take place at Mohr's Cemetery in the spring. Donations to the Pontiac Community Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to W.J. Hayes Sons Funeral Home, Shawville, Quebec (819-647-2221).

www.hayesfuneralhome.ca Peacefully at Villa Marconi on February 27, 2013 at the age of 93, having gone to join his beloved wife, the late Wanda. Cherished Papa to Laura Anderson. Special Noni to Jody Dale (Jason), Julia Anderson and Alex Anderson. Great-Grandfather to Jacob and Dale. Rodolfo leaves behind many treasured memories.

Family and friends may pay respects at Kelly Funeral Home, Somerset Chapel 585 Somerset St. W. Ottawa ON K1R 5K1 (613) 235-6712 www.kellyfh.ca on Monday from 6 to 9pm. Funeral at St. Anthony's Church for Mass of Christian Funeral Tuesday at 10 am.

Interment at Pinecrest Cemetery. In memoriam donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation appreciated. -0698136 DEWAR, Bonnie (nee MacNeill) in hospital on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at age 62. Beloved wife of Tom. Loving mother of the late Tara Lynn Dewar.

Predeceased by her Service Dog Vicious. Special thanks to Terry Ruddy, Dr. Paul Hacker, the Palliative Care Team at the Civic Hospital and the Nurses and PSW's of the Civic Hospital A5. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated in Holy Redeemer Parish, 44 Rothesay Drive, Kanata on Tuesday, March 11 a.m. Contributions to The University of Ottawa Heart Institute.

Condolences at: mcgarryfamily.ca 613-728-1761 C698836 DIAMOND, Paul Colonel (ret'd) RCAF CURUZZI, Rodolfo at: mcgarryfamily.ca 613-233-1143 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Diamond following a determined battle with cancer. Devoted husband of Claire Perrier) for 57 years and cherished father of Jo-Anne and Jim (Joanne). Beloved and proud grandfather of Ryan (Amy), Jamie (Kellie), Patrick (Mika), Marlee (Shawn), Lia, and Krysta along with his six great- grandchildren Jake, Charlee, Emma, Mason, Brea. He also leaves to mourn his brothers- and sisters-in-law as well as many nieces and nephews: Paul had a distinguished military career as a fighter pilot with a number of squadrons and held senior positions in many operational training units. He also served as Inspector of Civil Aviation at Transport Canada.

He retired as a director of Sergeant-at-Arms at the House of Commons. He was devoted to his family and friends and was always the life of the party. He loved music and those who knew him will remember the joy of being gathered around his piano. At Paul's request, there will be no visitation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank the staff at both the General Hospital Cancer Unit and the Palliative Care Unit at Elisabeth for their support. In lieu of flowers, you may wish to donate to a charity of your choice. -0698907 DILAY, Stephania A kind and gentle woman and caring mother -0698619 -0698437 Stories, pictures and tributes to life. Visit remembering passed away peacefully on February 28, 2013 at the Ottawa General Hospital. Predeceased by her beloved husband for 52 years Iwan Dilay, cherished mother to Maria and husband Paul Zeitoun, and predeceased by her daughter Oksana.

She gracefully overcame many hardships in her lifetime, yet always had a kind disposition in any situation. She showered her family with her generosity and gave of herself unquestionably. Her love of traditional cooking was always appreciated by family and friends. Many thanks to the staff of Billings Lodge Retirement Community for their loving care and kindness. Family and friends may pay respects sat the Kelly Funeral Home Walkley Chapel, 1255 Walkley Road, Ottawa, 613-731-1255, www.kellyfh.ca on Sunday, March 3, 2013 from 6 to 8 p.m.

A Mass for Stephania will be held Monday March 4, 2013 at Saint John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Shrine in Ottawa, 952 Green Valley Crescent, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated. DRIFTMIER, John Frederick November 24,1982 February 24, 2013 A tragic plane crash in Kenya, on Sunday, February 24, 2013, took the life of rising filmmaker john Driftmier, 30 years old. President and CEO of John Driftmier Productions, John grew up in Calgary and attended Simon Fraser University where he studied film-making and met his beloved wife, Carolyn. John took the film-making world by storm, conceptualizing and directing such exciting documentary and reality programs as Highway Thru Hell (Discovery Channel), Dangerous Flights (Discovery Channel), License to Drill (Discovery Channel), Ice Pilots NWT (History Channel National Georaphic), Monster Moves (Discovery National Geographic) and All For Nothing (W Network), to name just a few.

John specialized in producing characte shows following people who worked in extreme conditions. John himself was an intrepid snowboarder and global adventurer, who fearlessly pursued the perfect shot to give us all a glimpse into unique lives we would never otherwise know. But John was so much more than his public image. He was the personification of humility, kindness, and generosity of spirit, with a smile that lit up every room. John never met a person who didn't count him as a cherished friend.

John died as he had lived, brave, passionate, and creatively capturing a vision that only he saw but that would one day be enjoyed by many. John leaves behind his loving wife, Carolyn Allen, mother, Sophia Lang, father, David Driftmier (Barbara), and brother Peter Driftmier. John will be sadly missed by his parents-in-law Leslie and Catherine Allen, sister-in-law Jessica Allen (Stephen), cousins Cassandra Palo, Christopher Palo (Renda), and Isabel Garcia-Sanchez (David), uncle Ron Zamora, grandmother Eva Horvath, stepsiblings David Perry, Jill Perry, and Jennifer Mass (Stephen). He loved his late grandparents John and Susanna Lang, and Frederick and Elizabeth Driftmier, as well as his aunt Mary Lea Zamora. Friends invited to visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair McGarry.

315 McLeod Street (at O'Connor), on Friday, March 8 from 5 to 7 pm and Saturday, March 9 from 1 to 3 pm, followed by a Celebration of Life in the Chapel at 3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the John Driftmier Equestrian Memorial Fund. --0597087 at: mcgarryfamily.ca 613-233-1143 -0698245 Surrounded by her loving family at Hillel Lodge, Ottawa, on Thursday, February 28, 2013. Devoted wife of the late Irving. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Deborah, Deborah and Howard Krebs.

Cherished Bubbie of Stefanie and Jeff, Liane and lan, Adam, Geoffrey and Mandy; Jonathan and Meital, Avi, and Naomi. Proud great -grandmother of Rhys, and Emily. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Alta and the late Laurie Mushkat, Helen and the late Gordy Froman, Delphine and the late Sonny Benjamin. Shirley will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, family, and all those whose lives she touched. The family would like to thank the staff of 3 West at Hillel Lodge, Ottawa, for their exceptional care and compassion.

Funeral service from Paperman Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. on Monday, March 4 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Shaare Zedek Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva on Monday at 4670 Grosvenor Montreal, continuing in Ottawa from 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, through Sunday at 39 Shoreham.

Donations in her memory may be made to Hillel Lodge, (613) 728-3900. C698307 EISENSTAT, Shirley Benjamin) FERRI, Vitoria (nata Cervoni) Capital Memorial Chapel and Visitation Centre 3700 Prince of Wales Dr. 613-692-1211 Peacefully, on Wednesday, February 27th, 2013, in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Pietro (2002). Loving mother of Domenico (Sheila) and Filippo (Kim).

Cherished Nonna of Giulianna, Peter and Michael; Elio and Matteo. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother; she will surely be missed by all who knew her. Family and friends may pay their respects at on Monday, March 4th from 6 to 9 pm. The mass of Christian funeral will be celebrated at Madonna Risurrezione Church (1621 Fisher Ave) on Tuesday at 11 am. The entombment will take place at Capital Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation are appreciated. Messages of condolence can be made at www.capitalmemorial.ca "Riposati in pace" C698552 FINN, Wilfred Joseph (WWII Veteran) Legendary cookware salesman (Vitality) Founder of The Cookware Centre Wilf 'Gib' Finn devoted father and grandfather passed away February 14. 2013 with his family at his side. Kind, compassionate, generous and inspiring, Wilf's greatest passion was his love for his family. Wilf was a legendary door-to-door cookware salesman, developed his own line of cookware called "Vitality" and in 1959 founded The Cookware Centre.

He also had a great passion for sports, a great love of reading. He will be dearly and lovingly missed by his children Randy (Michele), Marlene. Barry (Debora), Sandra Tracey-Ann (Michael) and his grandchildren Alexis (Shirley), Oliver, Carl-Philippe (Aude), Genevieve (Jessie), Kierston (Ken), Beatrice (Sebastien), Adrian, Alexa, Kiki, Justin, Elisa great-grandchild Noah. On this Valentine's, Gib joined his beloved wife of 43 years, Peggy (nee Davis), deceased in 1993 who he dearly loved and missed. A Funeral service will be held at St.

Patrick's Basilica (Kent Nepean St.) on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at 9:30 AM. Arrangements entrusted to the Whelan Funeral Home, tel. 613-233-1488. WHELAN FUNERAL HOME.