North Renfrew Times

Births

GUMLEY: Twins Hanna and Alex Gumley in Stittsville, Ontario are thrilled to announce the arrival of a new baby brother to play with. Erik Cameron was born 11 November 2009 weighing in at 7 lb 8oz. Proud parents are Penny and Andrew Gumley and delighted Deep River grandparents are Anne and Phil Gumley and Fenella Lane.

BABY BOY: Big sister Madison is thrilled to introduce her little brother Hayden John Victory. He was born at the Kelowna General Hospital on November 11, 2009 weighing in at 9lb 3oz. Proud parents are Richard & Heather Hyde of West Kelowna, BC. Grandparents Dennis & Angie Hyde of Chalk River and Myrte Hyde of Edmonton, AB.

SELANDER / ELLS
John and Sarah are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their new sister, Jody Marie, weighing 9 lbs 2 oz, on December 13, 2009. (Sarah's birthday!) Proud parents are Timothy and Caroline of North Bay, Ontario. Delighted grandmothers are Katharine Selander and Elizabeth Ells.

Patrick David O’Connor arrived joyously for his loving parents, Krista and Tim O’Connor, weighing 3.15 kg (8 lbs 3 oz). Patrick, born in Renfrew on October 20, 2009, is the first grandchild for Kathy and Leo Buckley and the first great-grandchild for Pat and John Inglis and Millie Buckley. For Bev and Dave O’Connor, Patrick is their fourth grandchild and the latest of many healthy great-grandchildren for Ida Yackoveck and Veronica O’Connor.

Shane and Terri are thrilled to announce the arrival of their twins, Jacob River and Emma Rose Hogue, on October 26th, 2009 at Pembroke Regional Hospital. First-time grandparents, aunts are ecstatic!

DAIGLE, Julien & Sharlene (nee Slater) announce the arrival on Oct. 10, 2009, of Malcolm Piers at Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa, a little (7.2) brother for Owen & Eve. Happy sixth time Grandparents Bill & Jacquie Slater, Deep River, third time Grandparents Ron & Odette Daigle of Ottawa, & sixth time Grand-Nana Jessie Daigle of Edinburgh, Scotland.

Ross and Carole Judd welcome, with joy and thanksgiving, a third grandson, Matthew David Judd Schimpky, born Ottawa November 18, 2009 to Maria Judd and David Schimpky. Big sister Clara is thrilled to have a playmate (well, not quite yet!).

Deaths

WILSON, Carmam Keith "Carm"
(formerly of Rolphton)
Peacefully, after a sudden stroke, on Monday, January 25, 2010, with his loving companion and family by his side at the Kingston General Hospital. Carman, aged 57 years, beloved husband for 27 years of Marcelle Boulanger. Loved son of Isabell and the late Carman Wilson of Renfrew. Dear brother of Randy (Julie) of Victoria B.C., Richard (Linda) of Kanata, Cyndi Wilson of Renfrew and Angela (Wayne) Murphy of Nepean. Dearly remembered and loved by the Boulanger Family and his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Friends were received at the GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOMES, 49 Colborne Street, Kingston, on Thursday, January 28th followed by a Liturgy of the Word Service in St. Francois d'Assise Church, 512 Frontenac Street, Kingston. Cremation will follow. Interment of the urn at a later date in Mattawa, Ontario. For those wishing, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Trillium Gift of Life Network in memory of Carm. You are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.gftompkinscentral.ca

THORSON, Ian Miles
February 22, 1934 - January 26, 2010
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, grandparent, uncle, and friend. The eldest of four children, he was pre-deceased by his parents, Anton and Amy (Dahlstrom) Thorson, and his brother Lorne.  He is survived by his wife of over 49 years, Joyce, and siblings Valerie of Saskatoon, Boyd (Lynne) of Ottawa, and brother-in-law George Robertson of North Bay.  His children, Chris (Sue) Thorson, Kim (Bryce) Code, and Carol Thorson, together with grandchildren Elan, Everett, and Mitchell Code, are grateful for his legacy of kindness, generosity and intellect.     Ian was born in Estevan, and grew up on a farm outside Macoun in southern Saskatchewan.  Although he was raised in the country, Ian is remembered by his siblings as preferring academic activities.  This included carefully reading each edition of Time Magazine and Popular Science while standing next to the kitchen stove and when possible, enjoying the wonderful delights of his mother's home-made sweet buns.  After high school, Ian was keen to enroll in the most exciting science of the times, nuclear physics.  He received a Bachelor Degree in Engineering Physics in 1956, followed by a Master of Science Degree in Nuclear Physics in 1957 from the University of Saskatchewan.  Ian's sharp mind led to him receiving the top engineering science award during his graduating year.
He then moved east to Deep River, Ontario, where he was employed by Atomic Energy of Canada in Chalk River, and served as a town councilor. It was here that romance blossomed between scientist Ian and teacher Joyce, and where their three children were born.  While helping raise the family, Ian volunteered in many sporting and scouting activities, as well as spending much time tutoring science at all levels.    In the fall of 1969, the young family of five packed up and moved to Vancouver, visiting many relations and friends across the country. From this time forward, Ian was employed with Simon Fraser University, designing and working at the TRIUMF particle accelerator at UBC. Ian's TRIUMF career spanned thirty years, where his reactor expertise from AECL in Chalk River proved an asset in designing the thermal neutron facility.  He went on to play a leading role in addressing safety issues at the laboratory and specifying the radiation shielding requirements for the new beamlines. As the laboratory matured, Ian continued to play a significant role in Health and Safety, putting his considerable intellect and personable manner into chairing the TRIUMF Safety Advisory Committee and taking on a senior management role as head of the Administration Division reporting to the Director.  In his retirement he continued to consult and share his expertise with his colleagues at TRIUMF and in several other countries. Ian retired in 1999, and enjoyed spending time with family at their cozy Heffley Lake cabin.  He continued his life long love of music, including operas and singing with the Vancouver Orpheus Choir, which brought him much happiness.  Ian and Joyce enjoyed traveling, especially visiting grandchildren overseas and exploring his Scandinavian heritage with family. Ian's love of reading, which inevitably led to discussions of substantive science and other global topics, continued to shine.  During his later years, Ian served as a Board member for the PLAN support organization. The family wishes to thank Ian's doctors and the palliative home support medical team who ensured that all of Ian's final wishes were fulfilled. His mind was keen to the end and in true scientific spirit, Ian donated his mortal self to the UBC medical department. A celebration of Ian's life was held on February 2, from 3-6 PM (program at 3:30 PM), at the Burnaby Golf Club, at 7600 Halifax St. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Ian's name to your favourite charity would be appreciated.

GLENDINNING, Helen V.
Suddenly, at Deep River on Saturday, January 23, 2010. Helen Glendinning age 93 years. Beloved wife of the late William (Fred) Glendinning. Loving mother of Laurie Jarbo and her husband John of Deep River and Vance Glendinning and his wife Marjorie of Belleville. Cherished grandmother of Shelley Gallucci and her husband Joey, Michael Jarbo, Robert Glendinning, Margaret Glendinning (Andy Juffs) and James Glendinning and his wife Carla and three great-grandchildren Justin, Emma and Dawson. Dear sister of Vina Caverly of Stirling. Predeceased by three brothers Clayton, Keith and Stuart Caverly and a sister Kathleen Moyse. By request there will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be conducted in the Deep River Community Church on Saturday, January 30 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to be conducted in the Deep River Community Cemetery. In memoriam donations to the North Renfrew Long-Term Care Centre, Deep River would be gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River.

BOUCHER, Marie-Louise
Passed away peacefully at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on January 18th, 2010. She was a resident of The Waterford of Oakville. Marie-Louise was the owner of the Rolphton Motel and Restaurant from 1956-1979. Beloved wife of the late Lucien, dear mother of Liz and John Marcolin, Burlington; Suzanne Boucher, St. Catharines; Remi and Colleen, Burlington; Naida and Prime Gauvin, Rolphton; Diane and Paul Rodrigue, Burlington; Celine and Denis Waugh, Ottawa; Orise and Cleaver Rennie, Burlington; Marielle Boucher and Bill Wright, Burlington; and Danny and Becky, Brampton. Loving Grandma of Lorenzo, Elizabeth, Ricky (predeceased), Micheline, Josee, Stephane, Sylvain, Kelly, Keene, Alain, Dean, Kyle, Lisa, Tracey, Cindy, Paull, Dylan, Elis, Joel, Daniel, Dominique, Rachel and many great grandchildren. Dear sister of Edward and Jemma Forget, Jeanne Ducharme, Lucienne Forget and Albert Forget. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and members of Lucien's family, Edola, Florette, and Fritzy. Marie-Louise Boucher's family received visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Liturgy was celebrated at Paroisse Immaculate- Conception, 99 Garnet Street, St. Catharines on Friday at 10:00 a.m. Rite of Committal in Victoria Lawn Cemetery. Vigil Prayers were recited in the funeral home on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. If desired, memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated by the family.

RABISHAW, Norbert Edward
At Deep River and District Hospital on Friday, January 22, 2010. Beloved husband of Ethel Rabishaw (nee: Mayhew). Dear father of Norbert Jr. of Oakville and Barbara of Niagara Falls. Son of the late Esther and Peter Rabishaw. Dear brother of Bernice Picotte of Petawawa, Brenda and her husband Will McKnight of Pembroke, Marlene and her husband  Steven Robertson of Ottawa. Predeceased by five brothers and one sister. Friends  called at the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service was conducted in the Chapel of the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Pembroke (in the spring). In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

SELBY, Roger Donald
Suddenly, at Deep River on Friday, January 8, 2010. Roger Selby age 75 yeas. Beloved husband of Elaine Graper of Deep River and the late Doris Selby (Craik) by 1st marriage. Loving father of Sheila Selby (Mrs. Joseph Renaud) of Deep River, Donald Selby and his wife Susan of Oshawa and Ross Selby and his wife Anne Newton of St. Francis Xavier, Manitoba and step-father of Brian Graper and his wife Rosemary of Whitby and Heather (Mrs. Bill Crago) of Stouffville. Dear brother of Susan Slack and her husband the late Bill Slack of Powassan, Bob Marshall and his wife Marianne of St. Catharines and Patty Price and her husband Don of St. Williams. Cherished grandfather of nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and four step-grandchildren. Friends called at the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service was conducted in St. Andrews United Church, Chalk River on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Forest View Cemetery, Chalk River (in the spring). In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Andrews United Church, Chalk River would be gratefully appreciated.

DALY, Valerie Lee
At the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Saturday, January 9, 2010. Valerie Daly age 59 years. Beloved wife of James Daly of Rapides des Joachims. Loving mother of Beth Ann Daly and her husband Joey Stewart of Pembroke. Cherished grandmother of Rowan Elizabeth Daly. Loving sister of Lorrain Thompson of Fort Colounge,. Quebec, Greg Thompson and his wife Karen and Glen Thompson all of Saskatchewan, Dean Thompson of Ottawa and Michael Thompson of Rapides des Joachims. Dear aunt of Matthew, Rosalee and Julia Thompson. By request there will be no visitation. Cremation. A Memorial Service will be conducted in the Chapel of the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Interment of cremated remains will be in St. Ann's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Rapides des Joachims (in the spring). In memoriam donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.

CSOMOR, Belo
Born April 5, 1946 in Bratislava, Slovakia, passed away suddenly on Dec 31, 2009 in Deep River, Ontario.  He is survived by his wife Kendra (nee Colley) his two children: Martin and Natalia, and his sister Marika.
In 1968 knowing only 3 words of English, Belo immigrated to Canada where he worked as an electrician for McIsaac Mining and Tunnelling, in Sudbury Ont.  In 1970 he moved to Tahsis, B.C. where he later married the love of his life, Kendra.  Between working as an electrician - millwright chargehand, running the local theatre, volunteering with the Lions Club and later becoming the town Superintendent, Belo and his family found time to live life to its fullest.  He loved spending time outdoors and they spent many hours out on the ocean fishing in his boat or camping on remote island beaches.  In 1985, he took the opportunity to be Parksville, BC’s Superintendent of Public Works and he and Kendra moved their family where there would be more opportunities for their children.  Belo’s career flourished as he oversaw Parksville’s exponential growth until his early retirement in 1996.  He then started a waterworks business in Parksville which he ran until 2000, when he took a 3 year contract as the Town Superintendent of Deep River.  Within months of his arrival, the Town asked Belo to take a permanent position which he held until his death. 
Belo did his best for everyone he met, every day of his life.  He took incredible pride in his family and his work and looked for the good in every person and every situation he encountered.  Belo treated his staff like family and he encouraged everyone to be the best that they could be.  He will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. 
A celebration of Belo’s life will be held at the Deep River Council Chambers between 2-4 pm on Thursday, January 14th.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society in Belo’s name.

VEZINA, Norman
Nov. 1st, 1942 – Jan 7th, 2010
Loving and devoted husband of Diana for 32 years, lost his battle with cancer at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Jan 7th, 2010. He worked for all of his adult life for Bell Canada. He started out climbing poles and eventually became a highly valued and sought after technician. Norm never stopped working to make a better life for his family. Besides his wife Diana, he is survived by his children David & Debbie. He also leaves a sister, Rita and a brother, Terry. Norm will be warmly welcomed in heaven by his Mum, Maria and his Dad, Willard and his brothers Willard II and Lorne. Donations can be made in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society.

CHENETTE, Robert
Peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at the age of 72 years, Robert Chennette of Port Elgin. Loving husband for 47 years of Eunice (Felhaber) Chennette. Father of Mike and his wife Andrea and Derek and his wife Nancy. Loving Pa of Janique and Eric and adored Grandpa of Luke and Tayte. Brother of George and his wife Joanne, Eileen Perrault, Rita Reed, Lucille McLeod, Ella and her husband Emile Lamothe. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Marion, by his mother-in-law Edna Felhaber and by many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Joseph and Jane Chennette, brothers Don, Elsworth, Eddie and Gera Chennette.

CHIDLEY, Helen Kathleen
At the Deep River and District Hospital, on Tuesday, December 22, 2009. Kathleen Chidley age 74 years. Beloved wife of Bruce Chidley of Deep River. Loving mother of Carolyn Geall and her husband Rob of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Susan Linton and her husband Randy of Deep River, David Chidley and his wife Cindy Shaddy of Whitby, and Jennifer McGrady and her husband Tom of Toronto. Cherished grandmother of Jodie and Sarah Geall, Bruce Chidley and Adric and Nyssa McGrady. Dear sister of Russell Butler and his wife Valarie of Ottawa. By request there will be no Visitation. Cremation. A Memorial Service was   conducted in the Deep River Community Church on Monday, December 28 at 11:00 A.M. In memoriam donations to the charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River.

McDONALD, Julienne
Peacefully, in Ottawa, Wednesday, December 30, 2009, at the age of 85. Beloved mother of Micheline Walker. Cherished grandmother of Patrick Wilson. Will be fondly remembered by Graham McDonald and missed by her nieces and nephews in Belgium and New York. Special thanks to the staff of Granite Ridge for their care over the years. Kelly Funeral Home, Kanata Chapel, 613-591-6580.

STUART, Harold Leonard
Veteran WWII Canadian Navy Corvettes. Past President and Life Time Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 436, Deep River.
At Pembroke Regional Hospital on Monday, December 28, 2009. Harold Stuart age 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis McQuestion. Loving father of Blayne Stuart of Ottawa. Cherished grandfather of Carlene, Mark and Eric Stuart. Dear brother of Bette Morin and her husband the late Jack Morin of Deep River. Predeceased by a brother John Stuart. Friends called at the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Monday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. A Memorial Service was conducted in the Chapel on Monday, January 4th at 1:00 p.m. In memorian donations to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #436 Deep River would be gratefully appreciated.

FOX, George Henry
At North Bay General Hospital, Scollard Site on Thursday, December 17, 2009. George Fox age 67 years. Dear friend and companion of Karen Lupton of North Bay. Loving father of Sandra Fox of Toronto, Edward Fox of Lethbridge, Alberta, Richard Fox and his partner Stephen Kennedy of Ottawa and Lori-Ann Albrecht and her husband Ray of Atwood, Ontario. Cherished grandfather of Jessica, and Shane Dupuis, Star and Neil Fox and a great-grandson Kody Sullivan. Dear brother of Terri Roberts and her husband Michael of Chalk River, Debra Doncaster and her husband Wade, and Eileen Burns (and her husband the late Murray Burns) all of Point Alexander and Joan Kelly and her husband Charles of Westmeath. Predeceased by three brothers Edward Fox Jr., Harold Fox and Neil Fox and two sisters Isabel Stewart and Mabel Fox and a great-granddaughter Leah Duncan. Also survived by a brother-in-law John Stewart of Point Alexander. Friends called at the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service was conducted in Point Alexander Presbyterian Church on Monday at 11:00 a.m. followed by cremation. Interment of cremated remains will be in Forest View Cemetery, Chalk River (in the Spring). In memoriam donations to the Point Aleaxander Presbyterian Church or The Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.

HOWIE, Emma Jane
At North Renfrew Long-Term Care Centre, Deep River on Saturday, December 19, 2009.  Emma Jane Howie age 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack Howie. Loving mother of Lesley Howie and her husband Gordon Brown and Gordon Howie and his partner Barbara Shaw all of Deep River. Cherished grandmother of Heather Cartwright and her husband Fabian Rucker of Toronto, Elliot Cartwright and Greg Cartwright both of Hamilton and two great-grandsons Sabastian and Oscar Rucker. Predeceased by four brothers and one sister. By request there will be no visitation. Cremation. An Interment Service will be conducted in the Deep River Community Cemetery (at a later date). In memoriam donations to the North Renfrew Long-Term Care Centre, Deep River would be gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River.

TOZER, Diane
Passed away peacefully at her home in her 61st year with her family and friends by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Loving mother of Patricia Wilson (Troy) and Tim Tozer (Kathy). Cherished grandmother of Laken. Sadly missed by Peter Tozer. Dear sister of Suzette and Francine. Diane will be missed by her niece, nephew, family and friends and also by her special friends Shona and Roy. Visitation was held from the M.W. Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway S., Keswick 888-884-4486. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Keswick, on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 2p.m. Cremation. Donations made to the Red Cross – Ontario Branch or the Life Saving Society would be appreciated by the family.  www.mwbeckerfuneralhome.com

TAYLOR, Krista Leigh
Accidentally on Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009 in her 31st year.  Beloved fiancee of Andrew Giffin of North Gower.  Much loved daughter of Don and Sandi Taylor of Deep River.  Dear sister of Ryan Taylor (Laura) of Ottawa.  She will be missed by Garry and Helen Giffin and the Giffin, Taylor, and Watson families.  The funeral service was held at the Lee Cummings Funeral Home, North Gower, on December 7.  Krista was interred at the Deep River Cemetery on December 12.

OKAZAKI, Albert (Al) Ph.D)
Suddenly at Deep River on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. Al Okazaki age 80 years. Beloved husband of Arden Okazaki of Deep River. Dear brother of Abe Okazaki of Vancouver, B.C. and Amy Okazaki of Calgary, Alberta. Loving uncle of Dustin Okazaki of Jerusalem and Ashley Okazaki of Vancouver, B.C. By request there will be no visitation. Cremation. A Memorial Service was conducted in the Deep River Community Church on Tuesday, December 8 at 11:00 A.M. In memoriam donations to the Deep River and District Hospital would be gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River.

OWENS, Marjorie Evelyn
At the Deep River and District Hospital on Tuesday, December 1, 2009. Evelyn Owens (nee MacDonald) age 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Owens. Loving mother of Barbara Scott of Ottawa, David Owens of Deep River and Ray Owens and his wife Rosie of Pembroke. Cherished grandmother of Alexander and Jennifer Owens. Predeceased by five brothers, William, Gerald, Alex, Charlie  and George MacDonald and four sisters Ida Schultz, Margaret Cuthbert, Cora McKay and Laura Cuthbert. Friends called at the Valley Funeral Home, Deep River on Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Funeral Service was conducted in the Chapel on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Forest View Cemetery, Chalk River. In memoriam donations to the Deep River and District Hospital or the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated.

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