Obituary notice for Club Member Connors DJ "Dan" LM455

July 24, 1936-Nov 16, 2015

Daniel was born in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, to Norbert and Roletta (Jones) Connors. He was the eldest of six siblings: Vera (deceased), Daisy, Judy, Keith, and step-brother Blaine. He attended school in New Glasgow and Little Harbour. In 1954, Dan joined the Canadian Forces as a radio operator in the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals. He served with the UNEF in 1956-57 during the Suez Crisis. On return to Canada, Dan married his love, Rosalie (Cotton). They had sons Daniel Joseph Jr. and Sheldon Richard before being posted to Europe with NATO in 1959. During their time in Europe, Dan and Rosalie used the opportunity to travel and explore. Dan’s stories of their adventure often transported friends and co-workers back to that exciting time. In 1962, Dan and Rosalie returned “home” and had several postings in Canada. Daughter Pamela Jane was born in 1969. This was immediately followed by a posting to Edmonton, where Dan served with the Airborne Regiment. Dan’s final posting was to CFB Shilo, where he “retired” (1979) with the rank of warrant officer. Dan started a second career with the Brandon Sun and became very involved in the Brandon community. He was an avid golfer, and eventually convinced Rosalie of the joys of the game. Together they joined as members at Glenn Lea golf course, where they participated in league play, and spent many hours enjoying the game with friends and family. Dan was also an active member of the Riverview Curling Club. An amateur radio enthusiast (VE4CA), Dan was always quick to help with an antenna installation, or enjoy a field day with the club. In 2000, Dan looked up the true definition of retirement and left the Brandon Sun, which was followed by many years of Caribbean adventures with Rosalie, before settling on driving to Mexico every year, when it got “too cold for golf at home”. Dan and Rosalie shared their faith with the community at St. Matthew’s Cathedral. Sadly, Dan’s love, Rosalie, passed away in 2009. His faith and love for his family allowed him to carry on without his constant companion and friend. Dan is survived by his children Dan Jr. (Jan), Sheldon (Lori), and Pamela (Terry); grandchildren Leslie (Andy), Kirsti (Kyle), Mary-Mac, and Lane; great-grandchildren Jordan, Nic, Alex, Walker, and Seraphim. He didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it. ~Clarence Budington KellandA memorial service will be held at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 403-13th Street, on Monday, November 23, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dan may be made to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation, “Palliative Care”, 150 McTavish Avenue East, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 2B3.Messages of condolencemay be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com.

Obituary notice for Club Member Chaters JG " Jack " LM695

 CHATERS, JOHN GEORGE "JACK"

On Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 at the Brockville General Hospital Charles Street Site Jack Chaters peacefully entered into rest at the age of 84 years. Jack Chaters beloved husband of Jeanne Chaters (nee Pearce). Dear Father of Gale Proulx (Don Adolph), Steven Chaters (Lisa), and Jody Chaters (Paul Lafond). Cherished Grandfather of Cody Skrzypkowski, Erin Chaters and Holly Chaters. Jack was predeceased by his brothers, Alec, Bob, Joe, Cecil, Henry and by a sister Margret. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, November 7th, 2019 from 10-10:45 AM at the MACKAY Funeral Home 416 Dibble St. West Prescott with funeral service in the Prescott Chapel of the funeral home at 11 AM. Interment at a later date in Blue Church Cemetery 1512 County Road 2 West. Send flowers, place a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute or share a special memory of Jack at www.mackayfuneralhome.com

Obituary notice for Club Member Wilson "Tim" Maynard Fields LM486

 Fields, Wilson “Tim” Maynard – 78 of Kempt Shore passed away on September 8th, 2021, at his home in Kempt. Born on November 9th, 1942, in Onslow, NS, Tim was the son to the late Douglas and Jessie Fields.

Tim carried out his career as a Signal Operator in the Canadian Armed Forces being posted all over Canada and parts of Europe. In his younger years, Tim was an exceptional athlete, playing hockey, baseball and golf. He enjoyed gardening along side his wife Joanne until it was time to have a “cold one”! Tim and Joanne lived a wonderful life together seeing and experiencing different places all over the world. Tim will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. Tim is survived by his Wife of 58 years Joanne (DeWolfe) Fields, children Roy (Wendy) Fields and Cathryn “Susie” Fields, 6 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, sisters Mary Dill and June Randall. Besides his parents, Tim is predeceased by 3 brothers. There will be a private graveside service held at a later date. Donations in memory of Tim can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada – www. Alzheimer.ca Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of the J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, 4646 Hwy 215, Summerville, ph-1-902-633-2431 or please visit our web site at www.allenfh.ca to sign the guest book and send private condolences.

To plant a tree in memory of Tim Fields, please visit Tribute Store

Obituary notice for Family Member Mabel Margaret d'Entremont FM 058

 Mabel passed peacefully on August 31, 2021 in her 95th year. Predeceased by her loving husband, Evariste d’Entremont, in October 2004 and predeceased by close friend Bill Smith. Loving mother of Zeta (John) McKenty, Ann (Terry) Fulton and Jerry d’Entremont (predeceased Janet Dean and former Linda Beaubiah). Cherished Nanny of Chris (Beth) McKenty, Jamie (Kellie) McKenty, Sara (Trevor) Ward-Paige, Jordon (LeeAnn) Mathews, Marshall (Jessica) Mathews, Amy (Scott) Lalonde, Bryan d’Entremont and 17 great grandchildren. Mabel was an aunt to many nieces and nephews and she was predeceased by her brothers Clyde (Margaret) Collins, Roland (Minnie, predeceased) Collins and sister Rita (Chesley, predeceased) Ayers.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Paul the Apostle Church (1111 Taylor Kidd Blvd., Kingston) on Wednesday September 8th, 2021 at 11 a.m. Father Leo Byrne Celebrant. Rite of Committal with prayers  followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery. If so desired, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

Sharing online condolences available at www.gftompkinstownship.ca

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff at Lanark Lifestyles Retirement Residence in Perth for the gentle and loving care they provided Mabel while she was there.

              Mabel was the wife of the late  Evariste(Smokey) d'Entremont , a lineman, RC Sigs.,  Mabel worked at the old MLS canteen in the basement of BB2,Vimy Bks. 

Obituary notice for Club Member Croft Taylor LM161

 TAYLOR, Croft Barye 1927 - 2010 Died of a heart attack in Jacksonville, Florida on November 17, 2010 while en route to his winter home in Nokomis, Florida. He will be sadly missed by Elizabeth, his wife of forty-one years. He will also be greatly missed by his children Wayne (Cathie), Janet (Steven) and Michael (Adele), and grandchildren Jonathon, Christopher, Brian, David, Kathleen, Mitchell and Sarah. Croft was born on March 27, 1927 in Quebec City. He worked for Bell Canada and Telecom Canada for over forty years, including positions in London, Montreal and Ottawa. Croft was a Radio Amateur for six decades and held a number of VE2 and VE3 calls, most recently VE3CT. He was an active member and director of several amateur radio associations, including the Quarter Century Wireless Association where he served as president from 2002-2004. Croft was appointed to both the QCWA Hall of Fame and the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame. Croft was also a long-time member of the Reserve Forces of the Canadian Forces and a private family funeral will be held at the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood Cemetery. A memorial service will be held in Ottawa at a later date.

Obituary notice for club member Donald Franklin Medicraft CD, MWO (Retired) LM 559

 Medicraft CD, MWO (retired) Donald Franklin – 83 of Greenwood, passed away Monday 7 June 2021 at Soldier’s Memorial Hospital. Born 8th March 1938 in West Dalhousie to the late Elvin and Margaret (Ramsay) Medicraft, and it became evident at an early age that Don would become a great woodsman by nearly chopping down the family tree at the age of three. Don graduated from Bridgetown Regional High School and later entered the Canadian Armed Forces and was a member of the Royal Canadian Corp. of Signals. He served 2 tours overseas, The Congo (1960-61) and Cyprus (1969-70), finally retiring in Masset, B.C. after serving 35 years. Don loved to fish, hunt for the perfect 16 point buck, square dance and curl. He also enjoyed watching hockey on TV, listening to hockey on the radio and playing bridge, often times simultaneously. He was a member of the Ionic Lodge No.73, A.F. & A.M., Middleton and the Mayflower Chapter No. 2, Order of the Eastern Star.  He was married to the love of his life Marjorie “Midge” (nee Batson) for 62 years. Through their years of shenanigans, they raised 3 children, “favourite son” Craig (Julie) Medicraft of Tupperville, "favourite daughter" Christine (George) Wojcik of Ottawa, and "other favourite daughter" Anne (the late Robert) Lightbourn of Nictaux West. He is survived by 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; his brothers Arthur “Butch” Medicraft, and Tom Medicraft and sisters Joyce Mack, Janet Fredricks and Debbie White along with numerous nieces, nephews, friends and his faithful dog Penny. Don was predeceased by his sisters Francis Oikle, Barb Omond and brother David Medicraft. Donations can be made in Don’s memory to Wounded Warriors or Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. Many thanks to Sarah, Barb, Sheena and Tammy his special care givers. In keeping with Don’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Masonic tribute will be held at 1:30 pm followed by a memorial service at 2:00 pm in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, toll free 1-855-825-3448. Rev. Eugene Foster officiating. Online guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

                             “Our country is in mourning, a veteran died today.”

Updates on two club members- Murray Pletsch (LM771) and Ron Reynolds (LM224)

 Information received from Clive Fournier:

Murray Pletsch, LM771 has had Lewy Body dementia for about a year. It is slowly progressing and he would like to hear from old friends. Please call Murray at 705-495-2938.

Ron Reynolds LM224, had a severe stroke about 2 months ago. He is at Ottawa Civic but will  move to Elizabeth Bruyere rehab center soon. They are hoping he can go home at the end of the month.