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Share memories of a loved one; view and sign the guest Visit montrealgazette.com/remembering To place an obituary or an in memoriam call 514-987-7653 or fax 855-925-8700 email: OBITUARIES BERTSCHER, Edith Lang) 1929 2016 Passed away on April 10, 2016 in Laval at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Heinz Bertscher, she will be missed by his brother Walter Ravens and close friends Myriam Delorme and Horst Muller. Visitation will be held at the Mausoleum St-Martin (back building) of the funeral complex: Alfred Dallaire Memoria 2159, St Laval 514-277-7778 Wednesday April 20, 2016 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., a prayer will be held at the same place at 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Hospital would be appreciated.

Alfred Dallaire MEMORIA BIFFI, Alessandro 1930-2016 It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Alessandro Biffi, on April 13, 2016. He will be missed by his wife Cesira and his daughters Marie-Helene and Johanne, as well as all of the David family. In France, he leaves his sister-in-law Bruna, his nephews and his niece, his second cousin, and their families. Visitations will be at 1 p.m. at Saint Thomas D'Aquin church in Saint -Lambert on April 23, followed by the funeral at 2 p.m.

Instead of flowers, a donation in his name to a charitable organisation of your choice would CLARK, Joan Ross Born Montreal, Quebec, died North Vancouver, B.C., November 30, 2015, aged years. Loving daughter of Drummond and Jean (Rutherford) Ross. Devoted wife of the late Lewis Clark and loving mother of Ross, Christopher (Michelle Bech) and Jocelyn (Richard Brand). Delighted grandmother of Kathryn, Sara, Griffin and Ethan and dear sister of Graham Ross (Susan Brown). Loving and engaging aunt to her many Auer and Ross nieces and nephews, and very dear friend to many.

Joan touched everyone with her insight, humour and love of storytelling. As well as loving the outdoors, Joan was a lifelong student, graduating from Westmount High School ('45), Branksome Hall in Toronto ('46) and Sir George Williams University ('50), and attending and presenting courses Thomas More Institute into 70s. Joan lived her last few years in Vancouver, but Montreal was always her home. There will be a celebration of Joan's life on May 16, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Church of Montreal, 5035 de Maisonneuve Boulevard West, Montreal, Quebec.

Collins Clarke MacGillivray White Funeral Homes 514-483-1870 5510 Sherbrooke St. W. (corner Marci) MIl www.dignitequebec.com Dignity Memorial C1284383 COPE RICHARD, Jacqueline (Jackie) 1936 -2016 With great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Jackie on April 13th, 2016, in Naples Florida. Loving wife of Colin, devoted mother to Deborah (Jean-Guy Corbeil) and Susan (Mark Patterson). Also survived by her adored grand-children, Ryan Patterson (Megan), Eric Patterson (Raquel).

Sarah Cope Corbeil and Julien Cope Corbeil and her cherished great -grand-son Riley Patterson. A remembrance for Jackie will be a announced at a later date. The family asks that in lieu of flowers a contribution be made in memory of Jackie to a charity of your choice. -CI289593 Celebrate a life with a personalized website where friends and family can contribute memories, video, photos, music and more. Visit remembering ca SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2016 MONTREAL GAZETTE C13 OBITS THE MONTREAL GAZETTE NOTES THE FOLLOWING OBITUARIES IN TODAY'S PAPER.

To view a notice online, share your memories or express condolences, go to montrealgazette.com/remembering BARLOW, Harold BERTSCHER, BIFFI, CLARK, COPE, CULLEN, Margaret DIABO, Martin FORD, GIAMBONA, GIGANDET, GRUMAN, Norma ISENE, JEFFERIES, KIRKLAND-CASGRAIN-STROVER, Marie KOZLOV, Sonya MAGIERA, MARTEL, MCCRADY, Gordon MCCUTCHEON, MCKIBBEN, MCLEAN, MILLER, MURRAY, NENES, PETERS, PISANI, PRICE, PROVOST, RAYNER, REGENSTREIF, ROSE, Robert SALEH, SAUBOLLE, SAUK, SCOTT, SEIDMAN, SPARLING, VOYER, WALPER, YAFFY, Martin New notices are marked by an Notices may not appear alphabetically due to space requirements. FUNERAL DIRECTORIES Paperman Sons SUNDAY, April 17 BLANSHAY, Edward 10:00 a.m. SALEH. Khatoune 11:00 a.m. YAFFY.

Martin- 12:00 p.m. REGENSTREIF, Albert 1:00 p.m. SEIDMAN, David p.m. Graveside Service details and condolence links available at www.paperman.com Derving our Community for over 100 years 3888 Jean Talon West (514) 733-7101 C1289716 OBITUARIES BARLOW, Harold August 16, 1917 April 9,2016 Mr. Harold Barlow passed away peacefully in the Verdun Hospital on April 9, 2016 at the age of 98.

He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 75 years, Elsie, son Harold (Frances), grandchildren Kim (Zeb), Kelly (Bruce). Bethany (David), Greg (Lisa), Lisa (Chris) and great grandchildren Eli, Spencer, Tessa, Maisie, Hamish and Charlie. was predeceased by his youngest son Donald (Nancy). Family will receive condolences from 9 to 11 a.m. on Monday, April 18, 2016 at the Mount Royal Funeral Complex 1297 Chemin de la Outremont, OC H2V 2P9 (514) 279-6540 www.mountroyalcem.com A short celebration will be at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to the Valleyfield Hospital, https://www.jedonneenligne.org/fondationhds/ MOUNT ROYAL COMMEMORATIVE SERVICES Stories, pictures and tributes to life. Visit remembering ca Raymond Russell In Montreal on April 13, 2016 at the age of 83. Loving husband of Lucille Beloved father of (Monique). Laurent Nina (Pierre). Marie-Louise (Serge) and Julie (Gerry).

Cherished grandfather of Alexandre, Laure and Philippe. Dear brother of Grace Survived by his nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation at the Kane Fetterly Funeral Home, 5301 Decarie Blvd. (corner Isabella) on Thursday, April 21 from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.

A funeral mass will be held at the Church, 5333 Ave. on Friday, April 22 at 10 a.m. Family will receive condolences in church from 9:30 a.m. Condolences may be sent to www.kanefetterly.com Kane Fetterly CULLEN, Margaret (nee Wright) 1916-2016 Passed away peacefully at the West Island Palliative Care on Thursday, March 10, 2016, at the age of 99. Dearly beloved wife of the late Roy Cullen and the late Robert Campbell.

Loving mother of Douglas (Lori) and the late Lynne (Laurie Wilson). Dear stepmother of Roy (Ethne), Brenda (Chris Hull), and Wayne (Viviane). Cherished sister of Ina, and predeceased by her brothers Alex, John, Charles, and sister Jean. Grandmother of eight grandchildren and one great -grandson, predeceased by one great -grandson, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation with family begins at 1:00 p.m.

on Wednesday, April 20 at Lakeside Heights Church, 275 Braebrook Avenue, Pointe Quebec, H9R 1W1. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be to the Montreal Heart Institute, Cancer Research, or the West Island Palliative Care. -C1277332 DIABO, Martin Joseph 1950 2016 Martin journeyed to the spirit world on Friday, April8, 2016. Although his path was filled with many health challenges he faced them with courage, positive attitude and a dry sense of humour.

A good game of golf, odd jobs with his sons, travel, leisurely meals with family and friends and planting his garden were his favourite pastimes. Martin was predeceased by his dad and mom Luke and Diana Diabo. He was a devoted husband and father: survived by his wife and partner of 43 years Rheena, his three sons Chad (Dee), Travis (Hannah), Luke, daughter Maggie (Anna Lynn) and his best medicine his grandson Wyatt. be deeply missed by his brother Lance (April), Aunties Josie, Bernice, Elsie, Betty and Uncle Eugene, many cousins especially cousins Cynthia, Marlyn, Ginny Thelbert. He was a wonderful brother and cousin-in-law who could be depended on to help out when needed; a doting uncle cohosting countless adventures to entertain many nieces and nephews.

He gathered many friends in life some of long standing and who he was, very fond of: Joanne, Donald. Gary, Dale, and new ones Allan, Madeline, Herb and Vera. We are grateful for the excellent and compassionate care given him by Dr. Bruemmer, Dr. Chaytor, Dr.

Frisch, Dr. Lipman, Dr. Huk, nurses: Shooter. Mari, Deanna, the Jewish General Dialysis Team, Kahnawake Medical Transportation Ambulance Services, your good care saw him over the hurdles. Martin, your trials are over, your journey here complete, go into God's keeping until we are reunited with you again.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Poissant Fils Ltee www.poissantefils.ca. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday, April 16 until Monday, April 18 then to St. Francis Xavier Mission for service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to St.

Francis Xavier Mission or the Kahnawake Fire Brigade were Martin's wishes. -C1289072 View and sign the guest book. Share memories of a one. loved Visit remembering ca Eileen Ford passed, suddenly and painlessly on away, in her Florida home. She is survived by her loving husband, Ron Hicks; daughter, Mandy Ford: and grandchildren, Jack and Maggie.

She decorated the lives she touched with her exquisite style and personality. She was an advocate for the vulnerable and never met an animal she didn't love. She will be sadly missed. As per her request, there will be no service. In honour of her life donations can be made to Le Refuge Pour Chats de Verdun.

-C1288887 FORD, Eileen GIAMBONA, Salvatore 1933-2016 www.urgelbourgie.com URGEL BOURGIE ATHOS -C1288181 In Montreal, on April 11, 2016 at the age of 82 years, Salvatore Giambona passed away. He leaves to mourn sisters Rosaria, Domenica, Vincenza, hiss brother Giuseppe en (Maria), his nieces Maria and Carmela Oliveri, many other nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends Europe. The family will receive condolences Saturday, April 23 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Complexe 6700 Urgel Beaubien Bourgie, www.urgelbourgie.com A liturgy of the word will follow in the chapel of the complex.

Please consult and sign virtual register at GIGANDET, Suzanne 1921-2016 With great sadness, we mourn the passing of Suzanne Gigandet on Saturday, March 19, 2016, at age 95. She passed suddenly among her loving family. She lived remarkable life which can only be measured by her hard work and the kindness, unselfishness and acceptance that she extended to all. Predeceased by her late husband Joseph, her gentle, caring spirit and loving heart will be greatly Beloved missed by her family and friends. mother of Hank (Linda, Zach), Micheline (Rob), Marlene (Jacques); grandmother of Jodie, Ryan (Pam).

(Andrea), Mark: great grandmother of Nylah, Terrence, Ellis, Justin; loving aunt of Patricia, Catherine. Romain, Quentin (Louise). A memorial honouring her life. will be held in St. Laurent at Eglise St.

Hippolyte May 7. 2016 at 11 a.m. The family will receive condolences between 10-11 a.m. and share memories following the ceremony GRUMAN, Norma (nee Cohen) Peacefully on April 12, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Dr.

Jack Gruman. Adored mother of George and Lewis. Wonderful grandmother of Jeremy and Heather, and Christine, greatgrandmother of Tova and Freya, beloved aunt of Elise Boyer, sister-in-law of Shirley Cohen. Predeceased by her siblings Anita Boyer, Frances Cohen and Marvin Cohen. A special thanks to her dedicated and compassionate caregivers Luz, Panny, Lorraine, Lilibeth, Christy, Nitchel and others.

Family and friends are invited to attend and participate in a celebration of Norma's life at the Mount Royal 1297 chemin de la Outremont, Qc H2V 2P9, 514 279-6540, on Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. MOUNT ROYAL COMMEMORATIVE SERVICES ISENE (NEE NADEAU), Mariette 1936-2016 It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear mother, on April 11th 2016, at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Noel Isene and loving mother of Glen, Dave (late Angelita) and Gail (Ramon), as well as a proud and devoted Nana to David, Matthew, Meghan, Lauren, Thomas and Rachael. She is also survived by her brothers and sister along with many relatives and cherished friends.

The family will receive condolences at Jardin Urgel Bourgie, 8195 chemin de Chambly, StHubert. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. followed by a service in the chapel of the complex. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

JEFFERIES, Maurice February 8, 1931 March 31, 2016 Maurice died suddenly but peacefully at home in Hudson, Quebec. Much loved husband and friend of Mary (nee Emslie). Loving father of Cynthia and Angela (Claude), proud grandfather of Alex, Connor, Eric and Michael who will miss very much. Missed also by Mary's children, Louise (David), Australia, Ian (Lisa), Ottawa, and their families. Born in London, England and educated at Whitgift School, Croydon, Maurice immigrated to Canada in 1955.

Longtime employee of CAE Montreal, keen sailor, past Commodore of lle Perrot Yacht Club and for over 30 years a member of Hudson Yacht Club, marvellous ballroom dancer, keen curler, but above all, a cyclist! Joining the Norwood Paragon Cycling Club in England in 1946, he was British National champion in Team Pursuit in 1950. Shortlisted for the 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, a crash in training ended his Olympic dream but only temporarily! After arriving in Canada he continued to race but in the mid-1960s became coach of the Canadian National Track team, culminating in the squad winning four medals at the Commonwealth Games in 1970. He also coached the team for the 1972 Olympics in Munich. He became Technical Director for the 1974 World Cycling Championships in Montreal and for the Olympic Cycling events in 1976. He was a well respected International Cycling Commissaire, officiating at top events throughout the world.

Maurice was warm, caring and modest a man of few words, but always relevant. He is missed by sister Margaret (Toronto), twin brother Michael (Tasmania) and many nieces and nephews in England, Canada and Australia. Predeceased by brother Peter. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nova Hudson or the Jewish General Hospital would be appreciated. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 2 p.m.

at St. James Church, 642 Main Road, Hudson followed by a reception in the hall. -C1238207 KIRKLAND-CASGRAIN-STROVER, Marie-Claire C.M., C.Q., Q.C., LI.D. Only daughter of the late Dr. Charles Kirkland, M.L.A.

and the late Rose Alba Demers, born at Palmer, Massachusetts, U.S.A., on September 8. 1924. While finally residing at La Tour Westmount One, died peacefully at on March 24, 2016. Predeceased by both parents and by her first husband, Philippe Casgrain. Survived by her husband.

Wyndham Alfred Strover, of Rothesay. New Brunswick; her only daughter, Lynne -Marie Casgrain (Julius Grey); her sons, Superior Court Justice Kirkland Casgrain (Julie Latour) and Marc Casgrain Perruchat); and seven grandchildren. In 1961, was first elected to Legislative Assembly to replace her deceased father in the riding of Jacques Cartier, which he had represented since 1939. Sitting there alone as the first and only woman Member for twelve years, she held Cabinet posts under Premier Lesage and later Premier Bourassa, being appointed by Order-in-Council to replace the latter as Interim Premier in 1972 during his brief absence; in 1964, she succeeded in bringing about changes in Civil Code which had hitherto severely limited the legal capability of the married woman. After leaving the Assembly, she sat as a Judge of Provincial Court from 1973 until her final retirement in 1990.

By Letters Patent of the Chief Herald of Canada in 1998, she was granted a personal Coat of Arms, which to her great joy as a life-long ardent supporter of McGill University, was surmounted by McGill's red martlet. Obituaries, Death Notices, Unveilings, Upcoming Services, In Memoriams, and Cards of Thanks are available in print and online. Visit www.montrealgazette.com/placeanad Visit remembering ca -C1288982 C1287856 -C1288980 -CI287433.