HARRIS, Loton Henery HARRIS, Loton Henery (Lou), passed peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on February 16th, with daughter Sue, holding his hand as he slipped gently away. Lou is survived by his three children, son Robert and wife, Johanne, and his granddaughter Josee-Anne, of Nepean ON, daughters, Sue of Sombra ON, and Dawn, of Bridgetown NS. Predeceased by wives Nancy, (nee Morrison) and Edna, (nee Bowen) also remembered, and greatly missed by his best friend Hazel Tuepah. In keeping with Lou's wishes, no visitation or funeral services were held. Cremation. Interment will take place later on a perfect sunny spring day at St Johns Cemetery, Rear of Leeds. Lou enlisted in the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals in 1941 age 18, relentlessly petitioning his M.O. until being sent overseas with the 5th Canadian Armored brigade in England, Italy, and Northwest Europe, ending his WW11 service in Groningen, Holland. Post war service with the Northwest Territories and Yukon Radio System at various Northern Radio Stations as a wireless radio telegrapher and meteorologist for ten years, also with the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations in the Belgian Congo, surviving capture by insurgent rebels, retiring in 1966 after 26 years in the Canadian Army. Following retirement, he and his second wife Edna, built their little country Haven near Seeley's Bay, later moving to Kingston after 22 happy years. He was a popular tour guide at St. Georges Cathedral, a position he enjoyed immensely. Lou's three children were all born in the North, at Fort Simpson, NWT, Mayo YT, and Yellowknife NT. Lou loved Canada's North and kept his true northern spirit of fierce independence, generosity, adventure and fun, through all his life. He loved his children deeply,selflessly and protectively, with great pride in their accomplishments. His sense of humor, indomitable spirit,moral integrity faith, and an occasional beer or two sustained Lou through life's little adversities. He was dearly loved and admired by his children and friends, while in our hearts forever, he will be missed terribly. "Dad may you rest in eternal peace." Love Always, Sue, Bob & Dawn. " Bravo Zulu -... --.. " Profound Thanks to the compassionate care of all the Nursing staff at KGH, 9th floor Connell wing for helping ease our Dad's crossing from this life's path to the next.13150513
Monday, February 27, 2017
Obituary announcement for old comrade Loton Harris
HARRIS, Loton Henery HARRIS, Loton Henery (Lou), passed peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on February 16th, with daughter Sue, holding his hand as he slipped gently away. Lou is survived by his three children, son Robert and wife, Johanne, and his granddaughter Josee-Anne, of Nepean ON, daughters, Sue of Sombra ON, and Dawn, of Bridgetown NS. Predeceased by wives Nancy, (nee Morrison) and Edna, (nee Bowen) also remembered, and greatly missed by his best friend Hazel Tuepah. In keeping with Lou's wishes, no visitation or funeral services were held. Cremation. Interment will take place later on a perfect sunny spring day at St Johns Cemetery, Rear of Leeds. Lou enlisted in the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals in 1941 age 18, relentlessly petitioning his M.O. until being sent overseas with the 5th Canadian Armored brigade in England, Italy, and Northwest Europe, ending his WW11 service in Groningen, Holland. Post war service with the Northwest Territories and Yukon Radio System at various Northern Radio Stations as a wireless radio telegrapher and meteorologist for ten years, also with the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations in the Belgian Congo, surviving capture by insurgent rebels, retiring in 1966 after 26 years in the Canadian Army. Following retirement, he and his second wife Edna, built their little country Haven near Seeley's Bay, later moving to Kingston after 22 happy years. He was a popular tour guide at St. Georges Cathedral, a position he enjoyed immensely. Lou's three children were all born in the North, at Fort Simpson, NWT, Mayo YT, and Yellowknife NT. Lou loved Canada's North and kept his true northern spirit of fierce independence, generosity, adventure and fun, through all his life. He loved his children deeply,selflessly and protectively, with great pride in their accomplishments. His sense of humor, indomitable spirit,moral integrity faith, and an occasional beer or two sustained Lou through life's little adversities. He was dearly loved and admired by his children and friends, while in our hearts forever, he will be missed terribly. "Dad may you rest in eternal peace." Love Always, Sue, Bob & Dawn. " Bravo Zulu -... --.. " Profound Thanks to the compassionate care of all the Nursing staff at KGH, 9th floor Connell wing for helping ease our Dad's crossing from this life's path to the next.13150513
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Obituary announcement for club member Ted Koski LM792
KOSKI, Ted
Suddenly at his home in Searchmont, Ontario on Tuesday, July 13, 2010; Ted Koski in his 65th year. Ted will be dearly missed by his beloved companion and best friend Dorothy Ambeault. Loving brother of Rodney Olar (Eva) and Bob Olar of St. Mary’s, Ontario. Son of the late Toetor Koski and the late Alex and Dorothy Olar. Uncle to Kate, Anne and John Olar. Nephew to the late Tauno “Donald” and Tehno Koski and the late Robert Armstrong (Shirley), Lois Burton (late Paul), Eldon Armstrong (Lauris) and Stan Armstrong (Joan). Ted will be fondly remembered by his many friends. Family and friends are invited to visit at Northwood Funeral Home Cremation & Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 11 a.m. until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. with Mary Alice Policicchio officiating. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. www.northwoodfuneral.com
Friday, February 24, 2017
Obituary announcement for old comrade Harold R. Knowles
KNOWLES, Harold R. C.W.O. (Ret'd) C.D. March 29, 1927 Died Victoria, February 18, 2017 Born to Reginald and Jessie, raised in Bathurst New Brunswick with 4 brothers, Donald, Clifford, Blair (predeceased), Kenneth, and sister Barbara Ann (Bathurst, N.B.). Married 48 years to Hannah Ann nee Kurbis (d.2003). Father of Lorna (Bill Finley), James (d.1985), Karen, Donald (d.2016) (Michelle) and Jessica (Tom Gregory). Proud and generous grandfather to Zoe, Maya, Lee, Ceileigh, Brandon, Shaylyn, Connor, Brady and Chloe. Enlisted R.C. Artillery Petawawa, April 1945. Re-enlisted R.C. Signal Corps 1949-1979. WWII & Korean War Vet. NATO Peacekeeper in Germany 1957-1959, 1970-1973. Family received Christmas cards from the North Pole (Alert) in 1964. Retired to Victoria from Ottawa in 1989 to resume vegetable gardening, canning and mind sharpening pass times. Thank you to PRT, Beacon, Home Support and medical team for supporting the home death he desired. Harold, stalwart, considerate and ironic to the end, lies now in peace. In lieu of flowers, donation to charity of choice appreciated.
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