Obitutuary notice for Old Comrade David Burdette (Tiny) Williams

 

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  WILLIAMS, David Burdette (Tiny) 
  March 8, 1936 - November 7, 2019 
  Retired RCAF

   
  Passed away peacefully at home at the age of 83, on November 7, 2019, with his beloved wife, Louise and his daughter Patty by his side.  His loving and loyal companion, Tula laid by the foot of the bed.  David, also known by many as Dave/Tiny, was the love of Louise's life and her best friend for more than 62 years. Cherished and dearly loved by his two daughters, Tammy (John Boisvert) and Patty (predeceased by Bob Przesiecki).  Grandpa will be sadly missed by Andre Boisvert (Emilee) and Sara Boisvert, and Erica, Evan, and Aidan Przesiecki.  Proud great-grandpa to Jax, Jacob, Abigail and Knox Boisvert.  David was predeceased by his mother, Hazel Hunter-Curtis and stepfather Joe.  He was the eldest of four boys and leaves behind John (Kay), Steven, and Peter (Melva) Curtis and four nieces and one nephew. 
  

  David was born in St. John, New Brunswick and was raised in Florenceville, New Brunswick.  He spent 30 years in the Air Force with postings in Germany, France, Quebec, Manitoba and Ontario, then spent six years working for the Federal Government.  
  

  Dave was a member of the Highlands Golf Course for over 27 years.  Tiny and Louise were also members of the Cumberland Curling Club and the WO and SGTs mess.  They also enjoyed cruising.  After retirement in 1991, they spent 20 winter seasons in Tucson, Arizona enjoying lots of friends and activities.  Dave also pursued his love of golf there.  He will be remembered for his kind and gentle mannerisms, his sense of humour and his blue eyes. 
  

  Dave was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome four years ago.  He battled the disease with incredible strength and courage.  He was a familiar face at the Medical Day Care Unit on 5 West at the OGH with having to have many blood transfusions over the past four years. 
  

  A special thank you to Dr. Mitchell Sabloff, nurse Jocelyn, and the team of hematologists in Module L at the OGH.  We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the AMAZING and CARING nurses in the Medical Day Care Unit.  As his fatigue worsened, he still managed to always smile and thank each nurse.  Although we only met with Dr. D. Vincent (Palliative Care) on a few occasions, his kindness and support were much appreciated at such a sad time. We also would like to thank David Zarenba and his staff at the Ottawa Cremation Service for their respect and dignity provided to David and us, his family.  
  We cannot thank his caregivers (Dieudonne, Nabil and Anna) enough for their support and the loving care provided to David.  Special mention to the love and care that Natalie (Retire at Home) provided.  David's concern in his last days was that he would be putting her out of work. 
  

  We are extremely grateful for all the kindness and support extended to us by our neighbours and friends. 
  

  Finally, we want to thank Veteran's Affairs, and particularly Barbara McDonald, for her assistance with organizing whatever David needed to make his life easier and more comfortable. 
  

  At David's request there will be no visitation or service.  A Celebration of Life will take place in the spring of 2020 at Beechwood Cemetery.  Details will be announced at a later date.  
  

  In memory of David, donations to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada or, the SPCA Gatineau (Tula's place of adoption) would be appreciated.

Notice of Passing Gloria Macleod wife of EM Mel Macleod LM562

Information has been received that Gloria Macleod wife of EM Mel  Macleod LM562 passed away on Saturday 16 November. Obit will be in the Ottawa Citizen on 20 November. A  Celebration of Life will be at the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood in Ottawa.

Obituary Notice for Old Comrade LCol (Retd) Wilfred Joshua James Lefresne

LCol (Retd) Wilfred Joshua James Lefresne, CD- Passed away at home on Thursday 7 November 2019 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Kay for 51 years. Much loved Dad of Peter (Sheila) of Richmond, Indiana and B.J. "Brian" (Kimberly) of Guelph, Ontario. Proud Grandpa of Fiona, Brandon, Emily, Ellison and Quinton. Son of the late Joshua and Gertrude. Brother of the late Garth (late Vizma). Wilfred was a 1967 graduate of the Royal Military College of Canada and was commissioned into the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals. He received a Master of Arts degree from Webster University (Webster Groves, Missouri) in 1982. He served in the Canadian Army in the Communications and Electronics Branch, including service in West Germany at CFB Lahr with 4 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group Signals Squadron (1974-77), and then returning to CFB Kingston as Commanding Officer of 1 Line Troop (1977-80). His later assignments included duty with NATO's Supreme Allied Command Atlantic (1987-91) in Norfolk, Virginia, and Allied Forces Central Europe (1991-94) in Brunssum , The Netherlands. Wilfred retired from the Canadian Armed Forces in 1995 at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Upon his retirement, he moved to Sault Ste. Marie and became the Executive Director of the Algoma District Network (Adnet), working to improve cellular service and broadband internet connectivity for communities and businesses in the Algoma region. Visitation and memorial service to be held at the Northwood Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 starting at 3:00PM. Rev Pat Woods officiating. Internment will be in the spring at Riverside Cemetery in Germfask, Michigan. Memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 are requested to assemble for a memorial service of the late Wilfred Lefresne on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 4:00PM.

Obittuary notice for Old Comrade Major(Retd) A. Thomas Hanway

Major A. Thomas Hanway (Retired)

Tom, age 77, passed away at home in Halifax on October 30, 2019. Born in Halifax, he was the son of the late squadron leader J.A. "Abe" Hanway, and Helen (Boylan) Hanway. He dearly missed his late wife, Lois (Adams) Hanway of Antigonish who passed away in 2014.

Tom spent his working career as a signals officer in the Canadian Armed Forces. He and his family spent much of their life in Nova Scotia. After retirement, he and Lois moved to Cape George, Antigonish County where Tom was involved with the Harbour Authority in Ballantyne’s Cove, as well as Arras Branch #59, Royal Canadian Legion in Antigonish

Survived by his loving children, sons, Jamie of Dartmouth and Adam who resided with Tom in Halifax; daughter, Beth Jensen of Meaford, ON. He also leaves behind two special grandsons that he cherished, Joel Hanway and Jakob Jensen , who will miss him dearly. He also is survived by his brother David Beazley of Stittsville, ON. Tom had many extended family on his wife’s side that he considered his own kin.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service to take place on Friday, November 8^th in St. James United Church, Antigonish at 11:00 am, with Reverend Peter Smith presiding. Burial in St. David’s Cemetery, Cape George.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made Pancreatic Cancer Canada in memory of his beloved wife, or another charity of your choice. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com

We will miss you, dad. Rest peacefully with mum for eternity. As your wedding rings were engraved:

"Yours Forever"