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SPOONER, Helen Frances (Mundell) Peacefully at St. Mary's of the Lake Hospital, after a valiant struggle, on Monday, March 31, 2003. Helen was in her 67th year. Loving mother of son Jack and his wife Debbie, and son Michael. Sadly missed by Carl Kellar. Proud and loving grandmother of Nicki, Jessie, Samantha and Sarah. Dear sister of Jim and his wife Louise, Walter and his wife Gloria, Anne and Gordie. Fondly remembered by Barb Mundell and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Howard and Elsie Spooner. A special thank you to the staff on Kidd 3 at KGH, as well as staff on 2 South at St. Mary's of the Lake for their excellent care. At Helen's request there will be no visitation. A private Funeral Service will be held at the OutdoorPavilion Chapel at Cataraqui Cemetery for family and close friends of Helen on Sunday, April 6, 2003 at 2:30 p.m Reception to follow at the home of Jack and Debbie Mundell. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Lung Association.
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BANKS, Albert "Ab" (Member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #560) Suddenly at home, on Saturday, March 29, 2003, in his 71st year, with his faithful companion Scooter, by his side. Albert, beloved husband for 45 years of Marlene (Baird). Loving fatherof Heather Roney (Don). Cherished Poppy of Clayton and James. Dear brother of Viola Kincaid of Kingston, Zeta Vanover of Colorado, Henry Banks of Peterborough and predeceased by one sister and nine brothers. Remembered by many nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law Jim Baird (Rosemarie) and John Baird (Muriel). Friends will be received at the Central Chapel of the Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Homes, 49 Colborne St. (at Clergy) on Tuesday, April 1 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #560, will gather at the Funeral Home Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. for a Legion Service. A Graveside Service will be held in Sandhill Cemetery, Battersea, on Wednesday, April 2 at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Bill Whiston officiating. For those wishing,memorial donations may be made to the Kingston Humane Society in memory of Albert. IN THE CARE OF THE GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOMES, CENTRAL CHAPEL, 546-5454. GFTOMPKINS-CENTRAL.CA
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BROWN, Kenneth James Veteran WWII Judge with the Harness Race Commission. Member of Masonic Lodge No. 228, Prince Arthur Retired Alcan Employee Peacefully at Fairmont Home on Friday, March 28, 2003, in his 88th year. Ken beloved husband of the late Mabel and Margaret. Dear brother of Doris Baker and her husband Wilfred and Edith Williams and her husband Jim, Oshawa. Predeceased by his brothers Herbert and Ernest. Ken will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (Counter Street at Highway 2) on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the Chapel on Monday, March 31, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. Interment Cataraqui Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations maybe made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned
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D'AMBROSIO-GRIFFITH, Gloria Professor of French and Italian at Queen's University After a long battle with cancer, Gloria passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, in Kingston, on Friday, March 28, 2003, at the age of 48. Gloria, loving wife of Drew Griffith. Beloved mom of Matthew and Graham. Dear sister of Patrizia Weldon. Funeral Service will be private. All of Gloria's friends are invited to a gathering in celebration of her life, Saturday, April 5 from 7-9 p.m., in the Reception Roomof Landmark Residences, 165 Ontario Street. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Kingston Regional Cancer Centre in Gloria's memory. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned
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DOUTHWAITE, Doris "Niki" At Rideaucrest Home on Saturday, March 29, 2003, surrounded by her loving family. Niki (Watson) beloved wife of the late Peter L.C. Douthwaite. Loving mother of son, Raefe and his wife Nancy, daughter, Susan Douthwaite. Cherished grandmother of Kristy, Meghan and Sasha. Dear sister of Alan (Tig) Watson and sister-in-law of Elizabeth Watson, both of England. Fondly remembered by her nieces of England and her caregivers: Steve Rush, Maura Rudden and Christine Arh. Friendswill be received at the Central Chapel of the Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Homes, 49 Colborne St. (at Clergy) on Wednesday, April 2 from 12 noon until the Service of Remembrance in Our Chapel at 1 p.m. For those wishing, memorial donations may be madeto the Arthritis Society, the Alzheimers Society or Rideaucrest Home Patient Care Fund, in memory of Niki. IN THE CARE OF THE GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOMES, CENTRAL CHAPEL, 546-5454. GFTOMPKINS-CENTRAL.CA
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COGHLAN, Patrick Bernard Long-time member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 9 Peacefully at Rideaucrest with family at his side, on Monday, March 31, 2003, in his 89th year. Patrick Coghlan, beloved husband of Audrey (nee Mills) for 60 years. Dearfather of Patricia Gillespie (Bazil), Brian Coghlan (Denise), Jane Balfour (David), Maureen Cranston and Michael Coghlan. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Sandra, Darryl, Christopher, Matthew, Quintin, Cory, Jody, Adam, Shellie, Jason and Stephanie and by 13 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Daniel Coghlan and Emeline Sheahan (Doug). Also fondly remembered by longtime family friend, Nora Chusroskie. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to all the staff of Rideaucrest Home, Dr. Cristoveanu and Father Liam Tallon for the care, support and compassion given to Patrick. Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (Counter Street at Highway 2). Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church (88 Patrick Street) on Thursday, April 3, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Father Liam Tallon officiating. Rite of Committal at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery As an expression of sympathy, donations may be madeto Rideaucrest Home in Mr. Coghlan's memory. Members of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 9, are requested to gather at the funeral home for a service of remembrance, Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned
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CORNEIL, R. Jim Suddenly in Kingston on Saturday, March 29, 2003. Jim Corneil, in his 57th year. Beloved husband of Sherry Browne. Dear father of Casey, Nick and Adam Corneil. Dear brother of Bruce Corneil of Kingston; and Nancy O'Connor of Ottawa; and the late Robbie Corneil. Dear son-in-law of Reg Browne and the late Eleonore. Dear brother-in-law of Janice (Gary) White and Peggy (Steve Harrison) Browne. Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (Counter Street at Highway 2). Funeral Service Wednesday, April 2, 2003 at 1:30 pm. Cremation. Friends will be received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Children's Aid Society. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned
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FRASER, William (retired from the Canadian Armed Forces, retired from Correctional Services, Joyceville Institution, Member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #9, and Life Member of the Navy Veterans Association) Peacefully at his home, on Sunday, March30, 2003, in his 81st year, William "Bill" beloved and devoted husband for 55 years of Jean. Loving father of Lillian (Jimmy) Potter, Eleanor (Gerald) Saunders, John (Kathy) Fraser, and Debbie Fraser. Cherished grandpa of Jimmy and Joey, Jeremy andSarah, Johnnie, Jason, Jessica and Jennie and great poppa of Kaitlyn, Olivia and Alyson. We miss you Dad and poppa, and you are loved dearly. Dear brother of Lilla Gilroy of Springhill, Nova Scotia, Alvin Fraser of Whitby. Predeceased by his parentsJohn and Sarah Fraser, and brothers and sister Lloyd, Harry and Ethel. Friends will be received at the Township Chapel of the Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Homes, 435 Davis Dr. (Waterloo Village) on Tuesday, April 1, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Members of theRoyal Canadian Legion Branch #9 will gather at the Funeral Home, Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock for a Legion Service. Funeral Service in Cataraqui United Church, Sydenham Road, on Wednesday, April 2, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Glenhaven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Cataraqui United Church, in memory of Bill. IN THE CARE OF THE GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOMES, TOWNSHIP CHAPEL WATERLOO VILLAGE 546-5150 gftompkins-township.ca
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GUTHRIE, Robert John (Bob) Retired X-Ray Technologist at KPH Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital with family by his side, on Sunday, March 30, 2003, in his 77th year. Bob Guthrie, beloved husband to Jean (nee Gordon) for 55 years. Dear fatherof Nancy Whan and her husband Dean of Amherstview, Cathy Splinter and her husband Albert of Amherstview, and Laurie Bean and her husband Greg of Sydney, Australia. Loving Grandpa of Scott and Robbie; Aaron, Joseph, Matthew, Benjamin and Sarah; Rebecca and Casey; and great grandfather to Izabella. A heartfelt thankyou to all the staff of Connell 3 at KGH for their care and support. Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (Counter Street @ Highway 2). Friends will be received onWednesday from 7-9 pm. Funeral service in the chapel on Thursday, April 3, 2003 at 1:00 pm., with Reverend Lewis Bryant officiating. Interment Gananoque Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Kingston General Hospital Foundation in Mr. Guthrie's memory. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned
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ROYCE, Frances Anne, RN On Sunday, March 23, 2003 at her home in Mount Vernon, Virginia. Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Richard Kneeland, son Richard Sean (Rose), granddaughter Melissa Anne, sister Leette (Mrs. W. A. Higgins) and sister-in-law Sheila Dennison. A Funeral Service was held on March 29. Interment April 3, in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia
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LEMMON, Donald Webb Veteran WWII Royal Canadian Navy Suddenly at home on Monday, March 31, 2003, in his 81st year. Don Lemmon, beloved husband for 57 years to Barbara. Loving father of David (Michele), Gail (David), Rick (Charlene) and Robert (Cathy). Cherished grandfather of Christopher, Rick, Cory, Kirsten, Jordan and Mackenzie. Brother of Thomas Lemmon (Mary). Fondly remembered by nieces Terry and Janet. Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (Counter Street at Highway 2). Friends may call on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel on Friday, April 4, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Reverend Terry Deline officiating. Interment Cataraqui Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation or The Canadian Cancer Society. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned
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MAXWELL, Frank At the Village Green Nursing Home in Selby, on Sunday, March 30, 2003. John Franklin Maxwell formerly of Tamworth at age 88. Husband of Kay Bawn-Maxwell (Lyman) of Napanee. Dear father of Betty Kish (Jack) of Bath; Jean Brooks of Wilton; Doris Bell (Fred) of Godfrey; and Marlene Hodgins of Collins Bay. Dear brother of Marie Griffen of Napanee; Edward (Helen) of Erinsville; and Raymond of Kingston. Step-father of Karen Bridger (Trent) of Napanee; Kevin (Jennie) of Hopeville; Carey(Maggie) of Croydon; Wayne (Patti) and Brian (Gerriane) of Toronto. Predeceased by son Donald, brother Robert, sister Margaret, stepson Colin Bawn and great granddaughter Riana Murphy. Sadly missed by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. The family received friends at the Hannah Funeral Home, Tamworth on Tuesday. Service in the Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m. Interment Tamworth Cemetery. Donations made to the Lennox and Addington County Hospital Foundation or the Village Green Nursing Home, Selby would be appreciated by the family. On line donations and condolences at
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STEELE, Harry Bramwell March 25, 2003, in Calgary, Alberta. Beloved twin brother, bestest friend, and forever golfing buddy of Dr. Robert William (Bill) and adored brother-in-law of Dr. Lindy Steele of Grand Bend, Ontario. Favourite Unky Bram to Sandra, Bram, and Hilda of Grand Bend and Kingston, Ontario. Beloved friend of JoAnne Dinney of Exeter, Ontario. Born April 25, 1944 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, to Hilda Mary (Davies) and Percy William Steele. Survived by Pamela Steele, mother ofhis adored and much loved children Damien, Ashley, and Olivia, of Brisbane and Sydney, Australia who loved their daddy so very very much. Big brother to Dr. John (Jocelyn) of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia; Peter (Cheryl) of Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia; Lyndell (Robin Town) and Glenn (Nicole Stimson) of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Most favourite uncle to Michael, Wendy, Katie and James Steele; Jordin and Lincoln Steele; Pieta, Liam, and Cienwyn Town. Consulting Engineer, entrepreneur, and world traveller; he built a huge business in a strange part of the world, where few dared venture. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends in Australia, the Sultanate of Oman, Exeter/Grand Bend, and Calgary, Alberta. A Private Australian Wake for family and friends will be held on their birthday. We thank the Exeter/Grand Bend community for making Bram's welcome to Canada so wonderful and entertaining. He lived life to the full in interesting times! Much love to all, Bill and Lindy Steele. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood (519-237-3532) Condolences at
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WAYTE, James At the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital in Napanee on Tuesday, April 1, 2003. James Wesley Wayte of Marlbank at age 93. Beloved husband of the late Teresa Denison. Dear father of Orval Wayte of Brantford; Wilfred of Napanee;Laverne (Heather) of Kingston and Muriel Meeks (Glenn) of Marlbank. Fondly remembered by 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the Hannah Funeral Home, Tamworth on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the Funeral Home on Friday, April 4 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Roblin Cemetery. Donations made to Lenadco or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. On line donations and condolences at
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WHEELER, Etta Rowena (nee Pixley) Suddenly in Bradford, Ontario on Thursday, March 27, 2003, after suffering heart failure brought on by Alzheimers. Etta was born in Sydenham in 1906 and moved to Kingston in 1912 where she lived until May 2000 when she moved to Churchill, Ontario to live with family. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Leonard and grandson, Jonathan Parker. Sadly missed by her son, Ronald Wheeler, daughter Sally Parker, daughter-in-law Jacqueline Wheeler, and son-in-law Kenneth Parker, 8 grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. Funeral service in the Chapel of the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (Counter Street at Highway 2) on Saturday, April 5, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. Friends will be received on Saturday from12:00 noon until the time of the service. Interment at Tamworth Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church, Kingston in Etta's memory
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ALMAS, Sheila Joyce Suddenly at home on Monday, March 24th 2003, Sheila Joyce Almas, beloved wife of the late Bertram Almas. Predeceased by her parents, Wilfred Hewgill and Thora Corbin and step father Clyde Corbin, brother Buddy and her dear friendReginald Greenwood. Survived by brother David Corbin of Mission, B.C. and sister-in-law Patricia Corbin of Maple Ridge B.C., and several nieces and nephews. Sadly missed by her cousins Lorraine Reid and Gloria Arnold and close friends Bradley and Debra Wicklam and Irene Jackson. Requiem Eucharist service will be held in The Chapel at St. George's Cathedral, (King St. East at Johnson St.) on Saturday, April 5th 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Special thanks to Dr. R.N. Hobbs, her family physician, the doctorsand nurses at K.G.H., the V.O.N. nurses, and caregivers, Pam and Linda, from Comcare, who gave Sheila such excellent care during her long illness. Funeral Arrangements in care of Robert J. Reid and Sons Funeral Home, 309 Johnson St. Online Guest Book reidfuneralhome.com 548-7973
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BURT, Claude Preston Passed away peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital on Sunday, March 23, 2003, in his 91st year. Predeceased by his loving wife Marion Irene (Revell), father Jerome Nathaniel Burt, mother Helen Anna (Preston), stepfather William Smart and his beloved dog Hubert. He will be dearly missed by Jody, Marianne, Harold, his brother-in-law Lloyd Revell and his nieces and nephew. Special thanks to Fran Street, Carole-Lynn MacLean, Wilma Francis, Sharon Lummiss and Renate Kelly for their kind help and generosity. Thanks to all his friends and neighbours at the Barriefield Condo. At Claude's request there will be no visitation or service. Cremation with interment at Belleville to follow. He was loved and will be sadly missed
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DAY, Howard Entered into rest at the Kingston General Hospital on Tuesday, April 1, 2003. The former Howard William Day of RR #1 Lansdowne, age 70 years. Predeceased by beloved wife Edith. Dear father of Daniel Day of Gananoque, Joseph Day and his partner Eileen Kahnt of Brockville and David Day and his wife Barbara of Gananoque. Grandfather of Joe, Pamela, Laurie and Alex; also survived by seven great grandchildren and two sisters, Velma Massey and Joan Trueman and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Arthur and Etta and son Gene Day. Friends may call at the Barclay Funeral Home in Lansdowne on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m with Funeral Service to be held at the funeral home on Friday, April 4, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. In memoriam donations to the Heat & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family.
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GRASSE, Helen Davie Macfarlane Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital on Monday, March 31, 2003 in her 64th year. Beloved wife of Douglas Grasse. She will be sadly missed by her children Michael Clancy and his wife Kathryn of Mississauga and Jennifer Grasse of Madoc. Remembered fondly by her grandchildren Michelle and Meaghan Clancy as well as many nieces and nephews. Dear sister of James Mason and his wife Leona of Waterloo, Leslie Mason and his wife Wilma of Wasaga Beach, Shirley Downingand her husband Robert of Ottawa and Douglas Mason of Glasgow, Scotland. Predeceased by her sister Isabella Waterhouse and her parents John and Isabella Mason. Resting at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel, (Counter Street at Highway 2) onThursday evening from 7-9. Funeral Friday, April 4, 2003 for service in the chapel of the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. The Reverend Bruce Sweet officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Kingston Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family. James Reid Cataraqui Chapel Kingston Family Owned