Obituary announcement for old comrade MASTER WARRANT OFFICER KAREN WILLOUGHBY (NEE STERLING) (TEL OP 212 / COMM OP 213 RET'D)

Karen Willoughby (nee Sterling)

September 20, 1947 ~ March 4, 2019

Mrs. Karen Lee Willoughby (Sterling), beloved wife of Mr. Lee Willoughby of Lethbridge passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019 at St. Michaels Health Centre at the age of 72 years.

Karen was born in Melita Manitoba, on September 20, 1947 to Jean and Pat Sterling.  She completed school in Melita and moved to Winnipeg then Calgary where she took a key punch operator course.  Bored... she joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1967 as a Navy Radio Operator and was posted to Mill Cove N.S.

Karen realized the limits of being a Naval Radio Operator and changed trades to Teletype Operator.  Eager to see something other than a teletype machine she requested and was accepted as a flight attendant with the Canadian Forces.  She spent 4 years flying everybody, from the Prime Minister to the Queen of England, literally!  After returning from flying, bored again she volunteered for a UN posting in Egypt and was one of the first females to be accepted.  Upon returning she moved around and then got bored and volunteered to be the Senior Flight attendant and was again off flying.  After returning she was eventually posted to Penhold where she met Lee.  Lee was eventually posted to Colorado Springs and her to Goose Bay Labrador.  They decided this wasn't working too well, and Karen took her release to join Lee in Colorado, soaking in the hot tub, cutting grass, and chasing squirrels for the last two years there.  After Colorado they were posted to Vancouver and eventually Ottawa where they decided to call it quits and move to Lethbridge to be close to family.

Karen took a part time job at Safeway to keep busy in retirement and eventually retired from that to look after her beloved black lab "Mika”.  Her most memorable times she would say were definitely flying with the Royal Family and Prime Ministers and Governor Generals.  She enjoyed golfing curling and playing ball in her younger days.

The family cannot thank the nurses and staff at Palliative Care at St. Michaels enough, as well as Dr. Walsh and Vicky Dixon at Home Care for their devotion to Karen's wellbeing in her time of need.

Karen is survived by her husband Lee and Stepdaughter Jan (Chad) and their children, her mother Jean Sterling; sisters Patricia Downey and Ruth Zahrodney; brothers Bill (Cheryl) Sterling and Stephen (Darlene) Sterling, along with numerous nieces and nephews

Karen is predeceased by her father Pat Sterling and brother Robert Sterling, brothers in law Francis Downey, and Larry Zahrodney.

For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 960 19 St S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5.

At Karen's request there will be no Service.  There will be a private Celebration of her Life in Melita Manitoba in the spring when she will be interred with her family.

Obituary announcement for old comrade John Arthur Roy

August 16, 1941 – January 30, 2019
Born August 16, 1941 in Vernon, B.C., passed away
 in Ottawa, Ont. January 30, 2019

Survived by his wife of 35 years Mana of Ottawa, 
sister Betty Lou (Jim) of Vernon, 
brother Ted of Kelowna, niece Janet and nephew Willie
 and their families. 
Also survived by cousins David, Jeanette, Linda, Fran, 
Gayle, Christine, David, 
Eva and  Joe (AKA “The Everitt Clan”) and their families
 and many great friends he met along the way.

Predeceased by his parents Ruby (nee Everitt) and 
Charles Roy.

While enjoying his time in the Army Cadets including 
several summers at the Vernon Army Cadet Camp John 
found his calling of service to his country,
 he left school at 17 and enlisted in the Canadian Army
 in the Signal Corp.  John transferred to the Canadian 
Foreign Affairs communications department. 
After 38 years of service John retired at 55 in Ottawa. John’s
 time in the army
 and foreign affairs took him to every continent 
except Australia including postings to the middle east,
 the Congo, Sweden, England, the Philippines and Thailand.

John had a great sense of humour, enjoyed life
 accumulating
 many stories that he loved to tell and nicknamed
 his buddies
 and family names like Peaches,
 Gumboot and the Brat to name a few. He will be
 missed by all who knew him.

A celebration of John’s life will be held later
 this year
 in Vernon, date and place
 to be announced when determined.

Obituary announcemet for club member Ross Blair LM679

BLAIR C.D., Ross Archibald - Of Shedden, passed away on Wednesday, January 30th, 2019, at his residence, at the age of 85. Dearly loved husband of Delma Irene (Tankard) Blair and loved father of Rosalinda Blair (Jamie), Debbie Walker (Terry), Willie Blair (Sandy), Wendy Henry (Rick), Darlene Cunha (Duval) and the late Ross. Dear brother of Butch Dunham (Cathy), Nita Vanshepen (Henry), Judy Wilson (late Ron). Sadly missed by 12 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Ross was born in Ottawa on May 9th, 1933, the son of the late George and Pearl (Reynolds) Blair. He served with the 9th Signal Corps during the Korean War. He was a member of the Legion, London. Ross retired as a Dean with the College of the Rockies. He had a Masters Degree in Engineering from the University of Waterloo and a Masters Degree with the University of Western Ontario. Ross’s wishes were for his donation to the Anatomy Department of the University of Western Ontario that it might help someone else. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME , 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas entrusted with the arrangements.13324109

Obituary announcement for Norma Caird

CAIRD, Norma (nee Normand) - January 2, 1950 - December 23, 2018 Norma died peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa after a brief illness. She is survived by her children, Jeff Caird and Shannon Caird, her grandsons, Jacob Fulton, Joseph Evans, Tyler Danylchuk and Christopher Danylchuk. Also, her Normand family siblings, Marcel (Mary), Kay Johnston (Elwood), Sally, Raymond (Linda), Sharilyn (nee Hill) and Jo Ann (Bill). She was predeceased by her parents Rosario and Beatrice Normand and her brother Robert. Norma worked for many years as the secretary at CFB Kingston Vimy Officers Mess. She was an ace shuffle board player and a member of dart and horseshoe teams. She loved socializing and was a delightful person who was loved by all she met. She will be particularly missed by her many nieces and nephew, each of with whom she had a special bond. There will be no public visitation or memorial Service (as per Norma's wishes). Cremation will be followed by a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Ontario Lung Association would be appreciated. (https://lungontario.ca/ you-can-help/make-a-difference)13318587 

Her celebration of life will be held April 13 2019 from 1400-1600hr at the Air Force Club in Kingston

Obituary announcement for club member Bill Collins LM717

COLLINS, Wilbur “Bill” Ronald - Life Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 560 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of a great man, Bill Collins, at the Kingston General Hospital on Friday, January 25th 2019 in his 89th year. Bill spent his life as a proud military service man. He began his career in the Royal Canadian Regiment and went on to join the Signal Corps, retiring as a Sergeant in 1974. Bill went on to work in the retail industry with Sears Canada until his official retirement in the mid-1980s. One thing you always got from Bill was a hug and a smile and the occasional joke. Two of Bill’s favourite things were music and travel, but his number one passion was and always will be family. Beloved husband of 66 years to the late Berny Collins. Loving father of Lynn Garrison (the late Dennis) and Bill Collins (Kathy). Proud grandpa of Gina (Steve), Andrew (Jen), Katie, Michelle (Michelle) and Patrick (Rachel). Survived by step siblings Wilma and Geordy. Predeceased by 7 siblings and one step sibling. Bill will be missed by many others; family, friends, neighbours; he touched so many lives. Visitation at the GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME - TOWNSHIP CHAPEL , 435 Davis Drive (Taylor-Kidd Blvd. at Centennial Dr.) on Wednesday, January 30th from 2- 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, January 31st at 11 a.m. Interment Glenhaven Memorial Gardens, Glenburnie. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Glenburnie United Church, University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, or Almost Home would be appreciated by the family. Sharing Memories online guestbook available at www.gftompkinstownship.ca.13323483

Obituary announcement for old comrade Daniel Dillman

DILLMAN, Daniel Carson - It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Daniel Dillman on January 4, 2019 from Alzheimer's surrounded by his family at Providence Care Hospital. Born December 16 in 1946 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, predeceased by his parents Shirley (Boutlier) and John Dillman and brother Joseph. Married in Lahr Germany, a loving husband of 43 years to Elisabeth (Weinacker), treasured by his children Katharina (Tom) and David (Steven). Proud uncle to Lisa Marie and Jason Alexander. Caring brother in law, cousin, godfather to his large extended family and friends in Canada and Germany. Danny will always be known for his contagious smile, whistle, sense of humour and giving nature. In 1963 he joined the military and served In the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals (RCCS) for 34 yrs. Dan loved the outdoors, his family and entertaining through jokes, funny antics, singing and his guitar and harmonica. Dan has been cremated and buried at the Cataraqui Cemetery in the military section under the shade of a beautiful tree. The family will greet friends from 2-4pm at A Celebration of Life for Dan on Saturday Jan. 19th at The Delta Hotel, 1 Johnson Street. A special thanks to the staff of Providence Care, we will always cherish your care for Dan in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kingston Alzheimer's Society. 13321087

Obituary announcement for club member Leo Nix LM342

Leo Angus Nix

1934-2018

Leo Angus Nix – 84, of Coldbrook, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018 in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Springhill, he was a son of the late Fred and Verna MacKay. He retired from the Royal Canadian Army with 27 years of service, serving as a Paratrooper and Telecommunications Specialist with the Signal Corps.  Leo enjoyed a second career with Michelin Canada, both in Granton and Waterville, where he worked in the maintenance department. He was a long time member of the Glooscap Curling Club and a member of the Annapolis Valley Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club. Leo was a loving and supportive father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Leo was an avid sports fan and fully supported his children and grandchildren in their many athletic endeavours. He is survived by daughter, Jocelyn Nix (Randy Lake), Cheverie; sons, James “Jim” (Colleen) Nix, New Glasgow; Blair Nix (Michelle Phinney), Coldbrook; sisters, Betty Peacock, Toronto, ON; Una (Donald) Wallace, Thorburn, NS; half-brother, John Black, Sackville, NB; grandchildren Cory (Lynne) Nix, Kingston, ON; Krista Nix, Kelowna, BC; Mallory Amirault, Vancouver; great-grandchildren, Jarrett Phinney, Jadyn Phinney and long time friend, Lois Fraser, Coldbrook. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Darlene. Visitation will take place from 6-8 p.m., on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, Reverend Sterling Gosman officiating. Interment will take place in the Berwick Cemetery, Kings County. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. On-line condolences and inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.