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.

Obituary notice for old comrade Robert (Mike) Jackson

 JACKSON, Robert Michael (Mike)

L Col. (retd.)
April 30, 1937 - August 11, 2021
Born in Parry Sound, Ontario and raised in Rosseau.

Suddenly in Kettering Hospital, England, predeceased by his first wife Margaret. Beloved husband of Anne. Very dear father of Jeff (Ana), Jana (Shawn), Jodie (Kevin) and Jason (Kate) and caring stepfather to Sarah, Nicola and Hugh. Grandfather to Andrew, Dannion, Quentin, Claire and Luc. Step grandfather to Theo, Oscar, Freddie, Esme, Jasper and Callum.
Michael served for 37 years in the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals, having graduated from the Royal Military College (RMC) and U of T. He saw service in Canada, Germany, England and Egypt (UN).
He enjoyed playing hockey throughout his life and finally hung up his skates when he was 80.

He loved to sing and enjoyed a good party. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral to be held in England at 9.15 a.m. EST on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. The funeral will be live-streamed. To join us click on the following link:
https://www.wesleymedia.co.uk/webcast-view
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Donations to The Legacy Centre, Tamworth. C/o Christ Church Tamworth or The New Cancer Centre, Kettering General Hospital, click the following link:
http://www.averilphillips.co.uk

Find the Tributes and Donations section in the menu and select Mike Jackson in order to access his unique tribute page.

Obituary notice for Old Comrade Jack Henry Mitchell, CD

 MITCHELL, Jack Henry, CD

August 31, 1936 - May 24, 2021

Surrounded by the love of family, it is with great sadness that we announce our Dad's passing. Cherished husband of the late Audrey Mitchell (nee Annon). Beloved father of Jamie (Terri), Shannon (Randy) and the late Bradley. Grandfather of Chelsea, Alex (Sarah), Jesse (Sandrine), the late Jason and great-grandfather to Jeremy. Brother of Richard (Dallas). He was predeceased by his father Ralph, mother Dorothy and brother Howard (Beverly). A proud member of the Canadian Armed Forces, Royal Canadian Corps of Signals, for 25 years he finished off his career with the Department of National Defence. Due to Covid restrictions, a private service will be held on Thursday, June 3 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the Ottawa Food Bank.

Obituary notice for Old Comrade John Bell

 BELL, John

January 2, 1925 - June 14, 2021

John passed away peacefully at home in Calgary, Alberta. Predeceased by his beloved wife Grace Alice Edwards Bell in April 2017. John will be interred next to Grace in the Union Cemetery in Pakenham, Ontario. They were married on December 2, 1949 in Edmonton, Alberta. Their five children, fifteen grandchildren, twenty-four great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter are deeply grateful to know that John and Grace are happily together again. John served with honour in the Canadian Army for 48 years with his specialty being in the field of communications and electronic engineering. John saw active duty in Europe and northern Africa during World War II and was the recipient of several medals of honour. In his private life, he deeply loved his family, curling, cars, golf, and French fries. He was a man of deep Christian faith and commitment to his membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. No matter whose life crossed John's path, they were better for having been recipients of his caring influence. Following their retirement, John and Grace served as missionaries for the church in Nigeria, South Africa, and in Vancouver, British Columbia - once again willingly putting their own needs and wants aside so that others could be lifted up as a result of their loving generosity and kindness. John's care and arrangements been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John St. North, Arnprior. Extended family and friends are invited to join us on their electronic devices for a Live Webcast Funeral Service on Saturday, June 26 at 1 o'clock. In memory of John, a donation to the Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County would be appreciated by his family.Condolences/Memories/
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Obituary notice for Old Comrade Bruce Arlington Buzzell (CWO ret'd) MMM, CD

 BUZZELL,

Arlington Bruce
CWO (ret'd), MMM, CD
October 16, 1935 -
August 10, 2021

A true gentleman till the end, he passed peacefully in his 86th year. He leaves his wife Susanne and his sons Sven (Eva) and Michael. Brother to Winnie, Rodney, Barbara, Lynford, June, Marguerite (predeceased), Austin (predeceased) and Winston (predeceased), and brother-in-law to Inge (predeceased), Gerd (predeceased) and Klaus. Son of the late Hugh and Maude, he was born in Cherry River in the Eastern Townships. He loved all his family and country very much. He proudly served his country for more than 33 years in most parts of Canada, with Canada's NATO forces in Europe and on peacekeeping missions in Egypt and Cyprus. In 1967 he was one of the 37 members of the motorcycle display team for Tattoo 1967, the Canadian Military's contribution to Canada's 100th birthday that toured the country from coast to coast performing 125 shows. Prior to retiring from the military, he was invested into the Order of Military Merit for exemplary service to Canada. Following his military career, he pursued his passion of hunting and fishing, creating two successful companies, Fish Hawk Charters and The Rod Doc. Happiest when on the water or in the forest, he will be remembered for his integrity, patience, compassion, humour and his unwavering positive attitude. He always said he would live forever, and he will in the hearts he touched. Thank you to Dr. Kennedy and the staff at Arbour Heights. A private family memorial will be held later this year. Online condolences may be shared at jamesreidfuneralhome.com

Obituary notice for Club Member John Robert Arthur Palmer LM725

 The death of John Robert Arthur Palmer of Saint John NB. husband of the late Barbara (Mills) occurred on May 5, 2019.

John is survived by his two daughters, Roxanne Gervais and Starr Cook (husband Robin) grandson, Nathan (wife Nicki), granddaughter, Leah (husband JC Ouellet) and great-granddaughter, Savannah, fiancee, Sandra Magee, sister, Connie (husband Leonard Voutour), as well as many nieces and nephews.

Throughout his life John spent 23 years with the Canadian Armed Forces serving with the Communications Branch, also many years in the Reserves and Cadet League.

Shortly after retirement he found employment with the Irving Group, Kent Line and Atlantic Towing.

Internment took place in St Joseph's Cemetery, Saint John NB.

Obituary notice for Old Comrade Basil Conrad Brosso

 

BROSSO, Basil C.

Proud Veteran of WWII, Member of Branch 560 Royal Canadian Legion, Army Navy Air Force Club Martello Unit 337, Signalers Club of Canada, 4th Degree member Knights of Columbus Council 11886 Kingston Mills, Retired architectural draughtsman, surveyor C.E.T. Canadian Forces Base Kingston.

Basil Conrad Brosso, at 100 years of age has completed his earthly duties, to be reunited with his God, returning to His Eternal Kingdom, in joyful reunion with his beloved wife, Monica. Basil, a long time resident of Kingston Mills, entered into rest at Fox Run Retirement Residence, Gananoque on Sunday July 18, 2021. Devoted father to Brian (Karen) of Perth and Gerard (Cheryl) of Gananoque. Deeply cherished by grandchildren Michelle, Andrew, Christopher and Emma along with Ryan (Stephanie), Adam and Kevin. Predeceased by his wife Monica (nee Scott) his brother Leon and parents, Leon and Emma Brosso (nee Maharg of Larne, Northern Ireland). Basil attended Queen's University, served with the Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers during World War II, training for them with the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals. He was part of the Canadian forces that liberated the Netherlands. Post-war, he was employed by the Dept. of National Defense at CFB Kingston as an architectural draughtsman and surveyor and was an honourary member of the 1st Battalion, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders. He was president of the Canadian Homebuilders Cooperative at Kingston Mills, a development spearheaded by the late Father Joseph P. Anslie St. John's Parish Kingston and the late Msgr. T.J. Raby, formally of Holy Name Parish, Kingston Mills. Basil designed and assisted in the construction of Holy Name Convent, a facility that housed the Sisters of St. Martha of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island who taught at Holy Name School for many years. He was also chairman of the local catholic school board prior to amalgamation under the jurisdiction of the former Kingston and District Roman Catholic Separate Board of Education. A Fourth Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus Council 11886, he contributed to a wide variety of church activities and projects over the course of his 66 years as a parishioner. He was also a supporter of the Kingston St. Vincent de Paul meal preparation program, providing for the less fortunate.

Our family wishes to express sincere thanks and deep appreciation to Heather Howard and the staff at Fox Run Retirement Residence for Dad's comfort along with the many doctors and nurses who provided medical care over his lifetime. The family will receive friends at the Central Chapel of the Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Homes, 49 Colborne Street (at Clergy) on Sunday between the hours of 2-5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 950 Old Kingston Mills Road on Monday, July 26, 2021 at 11 a.m. Rev. Father Wes Chochrek Celebrant. Rite of Committal with prayers to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to Campaign Life Coalition.

Anyone wishing to attend visitation or funeral please contact the funeral home (613) 546-5454 to pre-register your attendance between 9-5 pm daily. All pandemic protocols are being followed and respected; masks are required, social distancing is to be respected and maintained. Sharing online condolences and ceremony live stream particulars available at www.gftompkinscentral.ca