Obituary announcement for old comrade CWO William (Bill) Whelan, MMM, CD (Retired)

William (Bill) Whelan
05 Aug 1935 – 17 Dec 2019

Passed away surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, 17 December 2019 at The Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre in Ottawa. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee Yard) Whelan, cherished father of Gary Whelan (Angela DeCaria), the late Glenn Whelan, and Glenna Whelan (Scott Lennon). Bill was adored by his grandchildren Oliver (Marissa), Joshua, Gary Junior (Lindsay), and Drew (Vanessa). Bill is also survived by his sister Jean German and great granddaughters Brianna, Sofia, Audrey and Chloe. He is predeceased by his parents Martin and Mary Ellen (nee Kerrivan) Whelan, sister Helen Heath and brother Gerald Whelan.

Bill had a distinguished 34-year career serving in the Canadian Armed Forces throughout Canada and overseas. The culmination of his career was being awarded the Order of Military Merit.

In retirement, Bill focused attention on his two true loves, his family and his garden. Even as Alzheimer’s robbed him of his health, he always enjoyed visits with loved ones. He will be fondly remembered by those lucky enough to have known him, especially by Eleanor, his wife of 62 years.

Immediate family will gather in January 2020 for a Catholic funeral mass.

Obituary notice for Old Comrade David James Combe

COMBE,
David James (Dave)
April 17, 1940 -
December 19, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David James Combe on December 19, 2019 at Providence Care Hospital in his 79th year after losing his battle with cancer. Born in Welland, Ontario, youngest child of William and Ann Combe of Liverpool, England, Dave joined the military when he was sixteen, and upon his retirement divided between the Canadian Armed Forces and Corrections Canada. During his final years, he was enjoying retirement, enjoying fishing in the summer and cheering on the Kingston Frontenac's in the winter, Dave is survived by sister Evelyn Fox of Welland, Ontario and predeceased by sister Nell and brother Bill. Survived by girlfriend Faye, first wife Jean, predeceased by second wife Vera. Also survived by children Chris, Jeff, Dennis, Michele, Steven, stepchildren Chet and Tracey. Many grandchildren: Alex, Rebecca, Tommy, Lindsay, Mitchell, Robyn, Nicole, Jessica, Ben, D.J., Shyann and Ryder. A father, son, grandpa, husband, friend, soldier, prison guard, brother, hockey and baseball coach, figure skating president, comedian, obsessed Maple Leaf Fan and a person that will be missed by all that knew him. Heaven is filled with a little more laughter, now that Dave has a new audience to try his best jokes on. A celebration of life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 631 in Collins Bay on Saturday January 25, 2020 between the hours of 1 and 4pm. All are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served. Dave will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at Glenhaven Memorial Gardens on Friday January 24, 2020. Many thanks to the doctors , nurses and staff at Kingston General Hospital and Providence Care Hospital for their treatment and care during our father's illness and this difficult time.

Obituary notice for old comrade Norman James Denby BUIST

BUIST,
Norman James Denby
41 Years RCN (Ret)

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Fairmount Home on Sunday January 12, 2020 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Diane (Nee Stevens). Much loved father of Norman Buist Jr. of Hamilton, Ted Buist of Petawawa and Terry Buist (Ellen) of Gananoque. Will be sadly missed by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The family wishes to extend their gratitude and special thanks to the efforts of the KGH Heart unit, as well as the tremendous care and love he received from all the staff at Fairmount Home. As expressions of sympathy donations made to the Salvation Army, Alzheimer's Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.IN THE CARE OF TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME
AND CREMATION SERVICES 63 GARDEN STREET
GANANOQUE K7G 2T8
(613) 382-3088

Obituary notice for club member J.D. "Swampy" LaPointe LM309

Don LaPointe (Swampy)

January 12, 1932- January 2, 2020

Don passed away peacefully on Friday January 2nd with his family at his side. Don was born in Nash Creek New Brunswick he had 4 brothers (Vern, Jack, Bill, and Tom) and two sisters (Teenie and Naomi). Don joined the Canadian Military at the young age of 17. In 1948 he was posted to Yellowknife NWT where he met his soon to be bride Freda. He was posted to Ft. Simpson NWT. in 1951 and married Freda in 1952. While there Caroline, Donna, and John were born and in 1956 he was transferred to Barrie Ontario. While their, son Danny was born and once again Don received another posting this time to Germany. Don spent 3 years in Germany and yes two more children were born (Tom and Angie). In 1959 Don returned back to Canada and called Kingston Ontario his home until 1966, but as fate would have it two more children were born (Ed and Billy). During his stay in Kingston Don also served as a peace keeper in Egypt, Cypress, and the Congo. In the summer of 66 Don was posted again to Nanaimo BC. Don retired from the Canadian Military in 1973 but not before being posted twice to Alert NWT the Northern most posting in Canada. For the next 4 years he kept busy working with the special needs children for about a year, and roughly another 3 years he dabbled in the vending business. In 1977 he started to work for the US Navy at Nanoose Bay. Dad really enjoyed his time there and retired once and for all in 1989. Dad spent 37 years in the military and 4 years in the public sector. Dad enjoyed life to the fullest and never looked back. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
At this time Don and his family would like to thank the staff at the Ladysmith Hospital for their great care from September thru to the middle of November. Thanks to Dr. Morris and a huge thanks to Dr. Kennedy who’s care far exceeded our expectations. We would also like to thank the Palliative Care Unit in Nanaimo, especially the Palliative Care Nurses; they all were incredible. Last but not least thanks to the Home Care Support Team who came every morning to help us with dad for the past 5 weeks. The health care system helped us look after dad at home, which is what he wanted. Without your care his wish would have been even more difficult.
A celebration of life will be held for Don on Saturday, February 29th at the Cedar Community Hall , 2388 Cedar Rd Nanaimo B.C. from 1pm to 4pm.