Obituary Notice for George Walter Chase (LM775)

GEORGE WALTER CHASE of Chipman passed away at the Chalmer’s Regional Hospital, Fredericton on Thursday, February 2^nd, 2012 at the age of 82. Walter was born in Brigg’s Corner on September 10^th, 1929 son of the late Cecil and Verna (Murray) Chase.
Survived by his loving wife, Joyce; three daughters, Tamara (David) Duke of Lorneville, NB; Karen (Scott) McCoy of Lincoln and Kathy Chase of Kingston, Ontario; two sons, Nicholas (Jo-Ann) Chase and Dale (Dyann) Chase, both of Chipman; four step-daughters, Carla Briggs (Kevin Fairweather) of Chipman, Jill (Tony) Branscombe of Chipman, Valerie (Lowell) Blyth of Chipman and Nancy Briggs of Fredericton; two brothers, Wendell (Joanne) Chase and Allison (Rowena) Chase both of Chipman, also survived by 14 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers, Willard and Burns.

Walter loved bowling, curling and his church, where he would ring the bell for the Sunday morning service. Walter was first employed as a logger, then worked for DOT. In 1959 he joined the military where he served in the Canadian Military as MCpl CHASE, G.W. CD RCCS from October 1959 to February 1985. Walter had a large and extended family that he loved dearly.

Resting at the Chipman Funeral Home until Tuesday, February 7^th, 2012 when funeral service will be held from the Chipman United Church at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Yvette Swan officiating. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home, on Monday, February 6^th, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Legion service will be held on Monday evening at 6:45. Memorials to the Chipman Bowlarama, Chipman United Church or donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Spring interment will be in the Red Bank United Church Cemetery.

Obituary Notice for Herbert George Norris (LM402)

Peacefully, at KGH on December 29, 2011. Predeceased by his first wife Annie Norris (Amos). Survived by Diane Norris (Grey) and her family. Beloved father of James, Evelyn, George, David (Diane). Loving grandfather of Tony, Elaine, Christine and Shane and great-grandfather of six. Brother of Bill (deceased), Beatrice, Bob, Mary and Winston. Honourable member of the Korean Veterans Association. Friends will be received at the GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME (49 Colborne St.) on Friday, December 30 from 7-9 pm and Saturday, December 31 from 11 until the time of the service in our chapel at 1 pm. Interment at Cataraqui Cemetery to follow. For those wishing, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Obituary Notice for Donald Campbell Kerr (Sigs Club)

Born Montreal, Quebec May 11,1921 – Departed Port Perry December 15, 2011. Quietly in his sleep after a brief battle with Lymphoma. Leaves best friend Yvonne Pepper, Children – Patricia, Deborah, Donald, Charles, Desiree, Grandchildren – Jesse, Jamie, Lauren, Ian, Deanna, Holly and Andrew, Great Grandchildren – Abbey, Liam, Victoria and Charlotte. Pre-deceased by Wife Doris (Pat), Son Campbell and Grandson Nicholas. After graduating University of Toronto Schools (UTS) and working for Bell Canada, Don joined the 2nd Division Signals as a signalman then attended the Officer’s Training Center rising to the rank of Lieutenant. He volunteered for overseas duty in 1942, landed with the troops at Gold Beach on D-Day and saw continuous action as part of Operation Market Garden, the liberation of Holland. Mentioned in Dispatches for Distinguished Service and decorated with the Oak Leaf Cluster, Don was promoted to Captain and, in the postwar years, to Major. He served as an Aide de Camp to Ontario Lieutenant Governors, the Honourable Keiller MacKay and Honourable Earl Rowe. To ensure that future generations of Canadians would know and understand the sacrifice made for freedom, Don produced a DVD and delivered lectures to schools across southern Ontario. In October 2011, Don received the Minister of Veteran Affairs Commendation, an award recognizing those who provided outstanding service to their country, their communities and their fellow Veterans. Don had an outstanding career in the land development and Real Estate industry. A strong advocate for municipal planning, he participated in the development of Canada’s ``First Planned Community`` Bramalea, projects in Orange County California and ultimately assembled large tracts of land into what has become the heart of Mississauga. He had a strong sense of civic duty serving as a member of Etobicoke Council from1965-1982, member of the Conservative Party and a lifelong Kiwanian. For the last 10 years, Don became a well known and respected member of the community of Port Perry. He had a great passion for boats and music especially big band, swing and jazz. Though his last note has sounded, like a catchy tune, his memory springs easily to mind. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Donald Kerr was held in the chapel on Tuesday December 20, 2011. Memorial donations to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Obituary Notice for Albert Vernon McConnell LM393

Unfortunately the death of this member was missed in the regular review of local papers. It was recently brought to our attention by daughter Nancy.

McCONNELL, Albert Vernon (Veteran WW II) - Peacefully at Fairmount Home Kingston on Saturday, October 22, 2011 in his 95th year. Beloved husband of 63 years to Earla (nee Credicott). Loving father of Nancy Denny (Phil) and much loved grandfather of Jessica Denny (Jason Melo) and Larissa Denny. Dear brother of Ernest Kohnle (the late Ollie), James Kohnle (Marg), Ann Sawyer and the late Charles Kohnle (Barb). Funeral Service was held at ROBERT J. REID & SONS FUNERAL HOME, on Friday, October 28, Interment was at Cataraqui Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family

Obituary Notice for Valerie West

Valerie was an enthusiastic officer recruited by 736 (Thunder Bay) Communication Squadron. Logistics by cap badge she often excelled far beyond her Jimmy counterparts. Never lost for words, Valerie proved to be a loyal friend, a fierce competitor and a compassionate citizen. She will be missed by those who new her best.

Valerie Jane Dale (nee Sweet) West, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital on Thursday, November 10, 2011, age 54 years.
Born in Exeter, Ontario, Valerie had served in the Canadian Forces Reservist and had worked as a By-Law Officer in Thunder Bay and a Private Investigator in Kitchener. Valerie is survived by her sisters, Gail Graham of Stoney Plain, A.B., Cheryl Kee and Chris of Delaware, Ontario and a brother, Ian Sweet of Cambridge. She is survived also by nieces, Erin Kee-Lindsay (Neil), Allison Kee and Haley Sweet. Predeceased by her parents, Douglas and Marian Sweet. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Valerie's Life was held at the Waterloo Regional Police Association on Sunday, November 13th, 2011.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Hope Spring would be greatly appreciated by visiting www.hopespring.ca.

Obituary Notice for Don Clarke LM595

Just talked to Vera, Ottawa, and her husband Don Clarke, passed away today, October 22, 2011 at 1 PM at the Ottawa General Hospital. Further information to follow. Fred and Frances Arbuckle

CLARKE, CWO Donald MMM, CD - RC Sigs, H of C January 24, 1927 - October 22, 2011 Don passed away peacefully with Vera (nee Smythe), his devoted wife of 61 years, by his side on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at the age of 84. Loving father of Scott (Teresa) and grandfather of Ian and Heather. Brother to Kenneth (Kay) of Estevan, Saskatchewan, and pre-deceased by his siblings James, Minerva, Dougal, Francis, Jack, and Vivian. A boy soldier in World War II, Don's military career spanned 34 years, including time with the Royal Canadian Signals Corps and UN peacekeeping missions, finishing as Military Secretary to the Minister of National Defence. His final civilian appointment was Assistant Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Commons. Don's smile, courtesy and good humour will be missed by all who knew him. The family thanks all of our friends for the visits and emotional support over the past few weeks. Sincere thanks and gratitude to the staff at The Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus Neurology Unit and the General Campus Oncology Unit for the exceptional skill and compassion they demonstrated in caring for Don. A memorial service will be held in Ottawa at the Church of the Resurrection, 3191 Riverside Drive, at 1:30 on Monday, October 31, 2011, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ontario Lung Association, 2319 St. Laurent Blvd., Suite 500, Ottawa ON K1G 4J8, or online at www.on.lung.ca designating the Ottawa COPD Maintenance Exercise Program. Online condolences may be made at www.colefuneralservices.com 107

Obituary Notice for David Fehr LM221

October 2, 1930 – September 21, 2011: In the early morning of September 21st, 2011, David Fehr passed away at the Norwood Care Centre in Edmonton following a short illness.

Left to mourn his passing are his loving wife Irene, daughters: Dianne (JC), Gail (Butch), Beverly (Robert) and Barbara (Joe), 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, as well as 2 brothers and 4 sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.

Dave was a member of the Canadian Forces for over 25 years serving in Canada, Europe and several peace keeping missions around the world. He was also a veteran of the Korean Conflict. Although retired from the military for many years, he still considered his life as a soldier his one true career and continued his association through military clubs and events.

A memorial service will be held at 2 PM, October 1st at Evergreen Funeral Chapel – 16204 Fort Road, Edmonton. Friends and relatives intending to attend are asked to contact Dianne or JC at 780-967-5014 or via E-mail: J-C-M@hotmail.ca. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Military Communications and Electronics Museum, Kingston ON.