Obituary notice for club member Col Donald William Strong LM102

Colonel Donald William Strong Jul 15, 1927- Oct  17, 2019


Colonel Donald Strong
Don's death at age ninety-two in the early morning hours of October 17th released him from the grip of Alzheimer's Disease. We lost a beloved husband, father, father in-law and grandfather.
Having lost his father from a heart attack when Don was eight years old, the military became a strong male influence in his life. This began when he donned an army cadet uniform, followed by service in the militia and at enlistment age, as Private Strong in the Royal Canadian Regiment. Don rose through the ranks and was accepted into Royal Military College. He graduated with a degree in electrical engineering with the "New One Hundred" Class of 1952 - the first graduating class when the college reopened at the end of World War Two. Upon graduation, he was sent to the war in Korea as a Signals Officer.
Don served in a number of postings within Canada and internationally. His out of country postings included England, Washington DC, the Netherlands and Brussels. Upon his retirement he was executive officer of the Royal Military Colleges Club of Canada for ten years.
A dedicated proponent of physical exercise with a love of the water, Don swam in the Atlantic, the St. Lawrence River and any body of water he was near. In his fifties, Don became a SCUBA instructor. At the age of sixty, he swam from the winter landing on Wolfe Island to the Vimy Officers' Beach on the mainland. He continued this swim every five years, completing his last swim on his eighty -fifth birthday. He always felt it would set a good example for those who served under him.
Don is survived by his loving wife Jeannie, a former Army Nursing Sister, daughters Patti and Linda (Larry) granddaughter Samantha, grandson Patrick, step-granddaughter Laurie (Danny) step-grandson Bruce (Carrie) and their families.
Following his wishes, Don's body has been donated to Queen's University Medical Research . It is our hope that this might help in finding a cure for Alzheimer's.
A reception in memory for Don is planned for Sunday November 3rd at 2pm at Vimy Officer's Mess, Kingston. Everyone welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Alzheimer Society Research Program (ASRP), or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) will be gratefully accepted.
Don's death occurred at Providence Manor, Kingston. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the devoted and caring staff, especially those on Montreal 5 who became such an important part of our lives.

Obituary notice for club member Jack Thomson LM035

THOMSON, John (Jack) Alfred Palmer
Lieutenant Colonel (Ret'd)
June 22, 1929 - October 13, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Thomson at Kingston General Hospital on October 13, 2019 at the age of 90. Born in Kirkcaldy, Scotland, Jack moved to Canada at the tender age of four months with his parents, the late John and Ellen Thomson. He grew up in Ottawa, Ontario alongside his sister, Eleanor.

Jack was predeceased in 2007 by his beloved wife of 58 years, Diana Gertrude Fry. A true love story, Jack and Diana were married at 19 in Ottawa, Ontario and had four children, David, Jane, Martha and Anthony. Jack is also predeceased by his two adoring daughters, Jane (2016) and Martha (2010). In the years since Diana's passing, Jack had the good fortune of having Frances (Frankie) Reader as his loving companion.

A retired Lieutenant Colonel, Jack was a World War II Veteran, who was posted to several North American locations, as well as serving in Egypt, Vietnam and Kashmir on United Nations missions. After his retirement from the military, Jack went into the automobile import/export business in Seattle, Washington, with his brother-in-law Ben. Following that, he moved to Kingston and became Executive Director of the Canadian Red Cross, and finished his career starting a family-run business, Cedar Island Sales and Service Ltd. Working alongside his children in the business, Jack was also very fond of his 'other' daughter, Wendy Bryant (Stuart), who was devoted to the family and always 'held the fort' at Cedar Island Sales.

Jack's hobbies included boxing and hockey in his early years and, most significantly, golf throughout his entire life. He especially loved his games with the W.A.G.G. (Wednesday Afternoon Golf Guys) group at the Cataraqui Golf and Country Club. He always looked forward to his annual golf trips to Myrtle Beach and Pinehurst with his son Anthony and friends, the late John Smith and Dr. Steven Black. After his years of service, he remained connected to the military and was very involved and influential in the building and operation of the Communications and Electronics Museum of Kingston.

Jack is survived by his partner Frances, sons David (Karen) and Anthony (Martha), his sister Eleanor and niece Jane Berry-Blanar (Patrick). Forever cherished as the best Grandad ever by his grandchildren Ashley Brooks (Kevin), Jenna Veld (Doug), Jeffrey Thomson (Live), Alexandra Oldford (Rudy) and Emily Thomson. Jack also adored his great grandchildren, Nathan, Oliver, McKinley and Quinlyn. He will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Cynthia Mabus, brother-in-law Ben Mabus (Polly) and their children Victoria, Emily (Dean) and Matthew (Ryan). He also leaves behind his great nephews and niece, Duncan and Gabe Clarke, and Margo Fraser. In the past several years, Jack was pleased to become part of the Reader family including Frankie's children, Leslie Dupre (Cam), Kelly Laforest (Brian) and their children Alex, Sydra and Chloe.

Jack lived life to its fullest. He was devoted to his family, kind and generous to his friends and he always started each morning with his daily mantra ... 'look out world, here I come'. He will be greatly missed by those whose lives he touched and loved him so dearly.

A heartfelt thanks to all the medical team at Kingston General Hospital for their excellent care, and in particular, to Petya Mineva whose kindness did not go unnoticed. A private family ceremony will be held for immediate family with a celebration of life to be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of donation to the Communications and Electronics Museum Foundation, Kingston. https://www.candemuseum.org/monetary-donation. Online condolences may be directed to: www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com.

Obituary notice for club member David Russell LM351

RUSSELL, DAVID CHARLES, CD
Chief Warrant Officer (Ret'd) -Royal Canadian Corps of Signals
Korean War Veteran


It is with great sadness we announce the passing of David Charles Russell on Thursday, October 10,2019. David is survived by the love of his life Jeanette (nee Lortie), in their 65th year of marriage. Loving father of Derrick and Tina (John). Cherished Opa of Dustin, Jessie, Mikael and Stephanie (Scott) and Great-Opa to Seth and Madison. David will be missed by his brothers and sisters, extended family and friends. David joined the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals in December 1950 serving in Korea, Congo, and Egypt (twice). He saw many postings throughout his career retiring as the Regimental Sergeant Major of the1st Canadian Signals Regiment in April  1980. For the next 15 years, he was a Corrections Officer for the Solicitor General of Canada at Millhaven. David was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 631 where he held numerous positions including President and Chair of many committees. He was the founder of the CAN AM Golf Tournament, was instrumental in setting up a Fund to assist the Greater Eastern Ontario Ice Storm Program and tirelessly supported the Poppy Fund. He will be missed by his fellow comrades. In keeping with David's wishes cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service at GORDON F. TOMKINGS FUNERAL HOME, 435 Davis Drive, Kingston on Friday, October 18, 2019. Visitation at 1000AM and Memorial Service at 1100AM. Reception to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 631, 4034 Bath Road, Kingston. Friends and family are invited to gather at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa at 1030AM on Wednesday , October 23, 2019.  A graveside service will be held at 1100AM at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund (Branch 631). Online condolences  www.gftompkinstownship.ca

Obtuary notice for Old Comrade Joseph Kenneth "Ken" Le Clair X-Soldier Apprentice, RC Sigs

Le Clair, Joseph Kenneth "Ken",  X- Soldier Apprentice, RC Sigs, Radio Operator, 9th Intake

September 30, 2019

Ken peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital , Charlottetown, PEI on Monday  September 30,2019. He was a veteran of the Armed Forces, born in North Rustico, aged 76.
Ken is survived by his wife Cecelia (nee McNeill), his step-children: Andrea (Jeff), Paula, Rachael and Brad (Elaine): grandchildren: Laura, Justin, Luke, Brandon, Tyler: his children: Christy (Pete), Kelley, Joan(Brian) and Kenny (Terri-Lynn): grandchildren: Samantha, Maxwell, Samuel, Alex, Kyla and James: and great grandchildren: Asher, Damien, Daniel, Charlie and Claudia Marie.

He is also survived by his brothers, Michael (Carolyn) and Roger (Christine): sister, Diana (George) and Patricia (Art): and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, North Rustico, on Monday, October 7,2019  12:30- 1:445 pm. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church following visitation at 2:00 PM. Internment in Stella Maris Cemetery. No flowers by personal request.
If so desired , donations in Ken's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the QEH Foundation would be appreciated.
 Online condolences may be sent by sending and email to centralqueensfh@pei.aibn.com

REST IN PEACE SOLDIER, VVV