Monday, October 12, 2015

Obituray Notice for LM150 LCol (retd) Brian D. Costello (RCSigs / CELE(L))

It is with profound sadness, and much gratitude, that we share news of the death of LCol (retd) Brian Denis Costello, CD, who died peacefully October 9, 2015 at the Civic Campus of The Ottawa Hospital, following a stroke suffered hours earlier at his family home. He was 74 years old.
Brian is survived by his loving and caring wife, Martha Carolyn Costello (Patterson, of Gaspé, QC), his loving sons Capt (N) Brian Andrew (Maureen), LCol (retd) Joseph Patrick (Margaret), Lt (N) Sean Michael (Pam), his beloved grand-daughters Katherine and Jamie, and by younger siblings Sheila, Michael (Patty) and Aileen (Jack). Pre-deceased by his parents Capt (retd) Edwin and Doris Costello (Switzer) and brother Terry.
A career Army officer, first with the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals and later the Communications & Electronics Branch, he enjoyed a diverse career filled with both field and staff positions, including an exchange tour in Colorado Springs, deployment to Ismalia, Egypt with UNEF II, communications support of the 1976 Olympics (Montréal) and highlighted by command of CFS Masset 1981- 84. He later earned accolades and great recognition for his successful leadership of a multi-year, international undertaking, the CFSRS Remoting Project, OP WINTERCHILL.
Retiring from the Canadian Forces in 1995 and later from the Communications Security Establishment in 1998, he continued his 33-year challenge of Multiple Sclerosis with the unending support and love of his wife and partner in life, Martha.
The family would like to gratefully acknowledge and thank the staff on duty in the Emergency Department during Brian's short time in hospital; the care, and caring, could not have been better! Special thanks to Steve & Cathy.
Friends may pay respects on Wednesday evening (6-9 p.m.) at the
Kelly Funeral Home - Carling Chapel
2313 Carling Avenue,
Ottawa, ON K2B 7G3
613-828-2313
or, after 12 noon on Thursday October 15, at the
Beechwood National Memorial Centre (National Military Cemetery)
280 Beechwood Ave,
Ottawa, ON K1M 8E2
(613) 741-9530
Visitation will end shortly before the 2:00 p.m. Funeral and 3:00 p.m. Military Burial. In lieu of flowers, In Memoriam donations to the MS Society would be appreciated

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Obituary announcement for old comrade Warrant Officer (Ret`d) Edward “Eddie” Joseph Dwyer

 
We regret to inform you of the passing of Warrant Officer (Ret`d) Edward “Eddie” Joseph Dwyer on 6 September 2015 at the age of 63. He served for 30 years and retired as an ATIS Tech in July 2007.


DWYER, Edward Joseph - (1952 - 2015) - It is with saddened hearts but wonderful memories that we announce the sudden passing of Edward "Eddie" Joseph Dwyer after a courageous battle with lung disease on Sunday September 6, 2015 in Toronto, ON at the age of 63.


Eddie will be greatly missed by his wife Rose of 40 years, beloved father of Eddie (Sue), Amy, and Aaron (Becky), and loving Papa to Madeline, Bridget, Gracie, Liberty, and his little man Jackson. He is survived by his father Edward (Florence), brothers Bernie (Yolanda), Bobby (Terri Lynn), Leo (Honey), Gerry (Angie), and Billy (Jennifer), sisters Cathy (John), Debbie (Paul), and Loretta. He is predeceased by his mother Louise and his brother Kevin. He will be sadly missed by several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, and Friends.


Eddie was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia. He was a proud member of the Canadian Arm Forces for 30 years before retiring in 2007. His love of Family was seconded by his passion for golf and he always looked forward to rounds with his best friends Wade and Brock. He was a devoted follower and dedicated fan of the Green Bay Packers, Boston Red Sox, and the Montreal Canadians.


A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday 12 September at the Hillside Funeral Home, 362 Airport road, North Bay, Ontario. Eddie recently relocated to Toronto and was two days shy of going on the lung transplant list. In lieu of flowers and donations he and his family ask that you become an organ donor. Online condolences can be made at www.hillsidefuneral.ca

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Obituary announcement for club member SAVOIE, Rev. Father J. Georges Ivan Maj (ret) HM003


SAVOIE, Rev. Father J. Georges Ivan Maj (ret)

Passed away peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on Tuesday September 8, 2015, in his 89 year.  The son of Lucien Savoie and Thérèse Proulx, he was born in Louisville, Quebec, on September 24, 1926 and ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface, Manitoba on January 19, 1959.

Fr. Georges is survived by his beloved Jeannine Paillé and by his siblings, Réal Savoie (Clemence Perron) of Gatineau, Marguerite Savoie of Trois Rivieres Quebec, Maurice Savoie of Trois Rivieres Quebec and Bruno Savoie of Montmagny Quebec.  He will be dearly missed by his brother priests, numerous nieces and nephews, friends.

During his priesthood, Fr. Georges served with the Canadian Forces, regular and reserve for 57 years.  He served as RC military chaplain on 15 Bases.  As a chaplain he followed the troops in their exercises and serviced in European countries.  His priesthood was characterized by his deep loyalty to the men and women that served in the forces.  He ministered with great faith, care and love.  In his later years he settled in Kingston and assisted occasionally in various parishes.

Friends will be received at the GORDON F, TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME, 435 Davis Drive (Centennial Dr. and Taylor-Kidd Blvd.) on Sunday September 13, 2015, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. with the Vigil Service at 4:00 p.m.  He will lie in state at St. Mary's Cathedral Kingston on Monday September 14, 2015, from 9:00-9:55 a.m., with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am, Archbishop Brendan O’Brien, Archbishop of Kingston presiding.  A reception will follow at St. Mary’s Parish Centre (corner of Brock and Clergy Street).  Memorial Mass and Rite of Committal with prayers will take place at Yamachiche, Quebec, burial place of his mother’s ancestors.

Memorial donations to be directed to the Education of Priest Fund for the Archdiocese of Kingston or the Education of Priest Fund for the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface in Manitoba. 

May he rest in the peace and joy of the Risen Lord.

 

On line condolences with Sharing Memories at www.gftompkinstownship.ca

 

This is to be published in the Kingston Whig-Standard

Monday, September 7, 2015

Monday, August 17, 2015

Obituary announcement for club member McDonald FR (Mac) LM841

MCDONALD, Francis, "Ross" - C.D.U.E.F.S.A. Scot. Passed away peacefully at Centennial Place Millbrook on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Doreen (nee Bowen) for 64 years. Cherished father of Roseanna (Daniel), Robin (Dorcey), Roberta (Leonard), Rolanda (Dave) and Robert (Catherine). He will be lovingly remembered by his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survived by his sister Veronica Prouse. Visitation will take place at NISBETT FUNERAL HOME , 600 Monaghan Rd. Peterborough (705-745-3211) on Thursday from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 14, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Keene Rd. Interment to follow at Rosemount Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or St. Michael's Hospital would be appreciated.
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Monday, August 3, 2015

Obituary announcement for club member Margaret Gibson FM042

GIBSON, Margaret Ruth - Passed away peacefully at St. Mary's Lake of the Lake Hospital on Friday, March 21, 2014 in her 86th year. Predeceased by her loving husband George Gibson in 2003. Predeceased by her son George, survived by her loving sons Douglas, and Robert (Karen). Cherished grandmother to Steven, Kevin, Laurie, Bob, Doug Jr., and great-grandmother to Holly, Cloe, Bailey and Logan. Survived by her daughter in law Susan (Ted) Howe. Family and friends will be received at the GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME - Township Chapel , 435 Davis Drive (Taylor Kidd Blvd. & Centennial Dr.) on Tuesday, March 25th from 7-9 p.m. Celebration of Life will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, March 26th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation has taken place. Final place of rest Glenhaven Memorial Gardens. For those who wish, donations may be made to the U.H.K.F. - St. Mary's of the Lake Hospital in her memory. Sharing Memories online condolences at www.gftompkinstownship.ca12727555