MERRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-02-12 published
McDONNELL, Basil (29 April 1924-6 February 2005)
Basil McDONNELL was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, second son of William (Bill) McDONNELL and Doris Harward BAKER. His early years were spent in Winnipeg and Lake of the Woods surrounded by family: elder sister Frances, brother Bill and sister Audrey and many Baker cousins. Later, the family moved to Calgary, and then Vancouver, where Basil graduated from Magee in 1940. He studied at University of British Columbia until 1943, when he enlisted with the Royal Canadian Air Force. He received his pilot's wings in October 1944. Before he could be posted overseas, the war came to an end. He then resumed his studies at University of British Columbia, and completed a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering in 1948. He moved to Trail, British Columbia in 1949 to work for Cominco Ltd. He loved the West Kootenays and it was there that Basil was to remain for the rest of his professional life. In 1950 he married Doolee MERRY, of Trail, and began to raise a family. In addition to duties as engineer and to his growing family, Basil believed very strongly in community service. In 1968 he was elected to the Trail School Board and served as member and Chair until 1982. In addition, Basil was an avid skier and strong supporter of Red Mountain Ski Club, serving in various functions, including a term as President in 1966/67. He was one of the chief visionaries in the Granite Mountain expansion, which made Red Mountain a world-class ski area. Basil also loved sailing, and enjoyed summers at Christina Lake from 1954 until his illness in 2002. He was also associated with the Kinsmen and Rotary service organizations. After retirement in 1989, Basil and Doolee moved to Vancouver to be closer to their children, all of whom had moved there. He was active his remaining years for the family as a mentor for his three grandchildren and as artist's assistant to his wife. Basil is survived by his wife of 54 years, Doolee his five children: Ellen, Julia, Basil J., and Quentin in Vancouver and Nadine in Auckland; three grandchildren: Marc, Matthew and Serena; his sister Audrey HILL of Toronto; and many nieces, nephews and cousins across the country. A wake will be held at 9490 Snowberry Court in Burnaby on 19 February 2005 from 2 to 5 pm and a memorial service at Christina Lake, British Columbia in August 2005. All Basil's Friends are most welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Basil's name to the University of British Columbia Alzheimer's Research Project. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff at the Icelandic and Finnish Care Homes in Vancouver for their wonderful support and care. 'He was a man, take him for all in all/ I shall not look upon his like again.'

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MERRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-09 published
DESLAURIERS, Doreen▼ (TROWER)
Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday November 6, 2005, age 74, after a short illness. Beloved wife of Bill and cherished mother of Mark (Wendy,) Rick (Deb,) David, Cathy (David MERRY) and Jamie. Loving grandma to Jay and Matt DESLAURIERS, Alexander and Danielle DESLAURIERS and Adam, Brian and Michael MERRY. Dear sister of Maj. Gen. Norman TROWER (Marion) of Ottawa.
Visitation to be held at the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Ave. W. (2 lights west of Yonge St.) on Wednesday, November 9th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (prayers 8: 15 p.m.)
A mass of Christian burial will be held in the Blessed Sacrament Church, 24 Cheritan Ave. (one block south of Lawrence Ave. on Yonge St.) on Thursday, November 10th at 11: 00 a.m.
Interment, Mount Hope Cemetery. Reception 12: 30 p.m. at the McLean House, 2075 Bayview Ave. (just north of Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre, south of Lawrence Avenue)
In lieu of flowers donations to mom's favourite charity would be welcome; Basilian Fathers Missions Support (c/o Henry Carr Farm, R.R.#2 4653 9th Line Beeton, Ontario L0G 1A0) or charity of your choice.
We wish to thank Dr. KO and all those of the Sunnybrook Cancer Centre for their care.
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MERRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-29 published
MERRY, Harry
Gone at last to join his beloved wife Eileen on Tuesday, June 28, 2005. Loving father of Doug and his wife Sonia, Terry GRAY/GREY and her husband Ron, Susan JONES and her husband Phil and Debra CAIRNS and her husband Bruce. Dear grandfather of 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket for visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday at 11 a.m. followed by interment at Aurora Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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MERRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-08 published
DESLAURIERS, Doreen▲ (TROWER)
Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, November 6, 2005, age 74, after a short illness. Beloved wife of Bill and cherished mother of Mark (Wendy), Rick (Deb), David, Cathy (David MERRY) and Jamie. Loving grandma to Jay and Matt DESLAURIERS, Alexander and Danielle DESLAURIERS and Adam, Brian and Michael MERRY. Dear sister of Major General Norman TROWER (Marion) of Ottawa. Visitation to be held at the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Ave. W. (2 lights west of Yonge St.), on Wednesday, November 9th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (prayers 8: 15 p.m.). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in the Blessed Sacrament Church, 24 Cheritan Ave. (one block south of Lawrence Ave. on Yonge St.) on Thursday, November 10th at 11: 00 a.m. Interment, Mount Hope Cemetery. Reception 12: 30 p.m. at the McLean House, 2075 Bayview Ave. (just north of Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre, south of Lawrence Avenue). In lieu of flowers, donations to Mom's favourite charity would be welcome: Basilian Fathers Missions Support (c/o Henry Carr Farm, R.R.#2, 4653 9th Line, Beeton, Ontario L0G 1A0) or charity of your choice. We wish to thank Dr. Ko and all those of the Sunnybrook Cancer Centre for their care.

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MERRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-19 published
SUNDBERG, Kathleen (1960-2005)
Passed away, peacefully at Lisaard House, Cambridge, on December 17, 2005 at the age of 45 years. Cherished wife of Ken. Loving mother of Kaleena, Kiersten and Keanan. Sadly missed by her brothers Alan DEMERS and Mike BAILEY as well as her sisters Florence ADUM and Dianne MERRY. Predeceased by her parents Nelson and Beverley DEMERS and Annie and Percy MERRY. Friends are invited to share their memories of Kathleen with her family at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo on Tuesday, December 20, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Kathleen's life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Fred SEREZ as celebrant. In Kathleen's memory, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lisaard House and can be arranged through the funeral home. Condolences/Donations www.edwardrgood.com 519-745-8445

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MERRYSHIP o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-19 published
BRYAN, Elizabeth " Bessie" (HOPCROFT)
At Parry Sound Health Centre on Friday, April 15, 2005, Bessie HOPCROFT, in her 89th year, beloved wife of the late Jack BRYAN, Parry Sound, formerly of Bala and Bolton. Dear mother of Shirley and Paul (deceased) EAST, Parry Sound; Dorothy (deceased) and Morris HOPPER, Bolton; Bob and Carol BRYAN, Toronto. Lovingly remembered by 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Mrs. Isobel ELLIS and predeceased by Mrs. Marjorie MERRYSHIP, George and Elgin HOPCROFT. Private graveside service was held at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton on Monday morning, April 18 at 11 o'clock. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements by Egan Funeral Home, Bolton (905-857-2213). Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com

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MERRYWEATHER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-11-22 published
LEWIS, Clara▼ (née WOODINGS)
Peacefully at Chateau Gardens on Sunday November 20th, 2005, Clara LEWIS (née WOODINGS) of London, formerly of Bradenton, Florida. Beloved wife of the late R. Cecil LEWIS (1995.) Dear Aunt of Sharon and Barry GROGAN, Bonie▼ MERRYWEATHER, Reta and Fred GATT, Wayne BURGESS, Ed BURGESS, Shirley MAY, and several great nieces and nephews. Service will be held at the Lloyd R. Needham Funeral Chapel (520 Dundas Street, London) on Thursday, November 24, 2005 at 8 p.m. with visitation 2 hours prior. Cremation to follow. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Memorial tributes for Clara may be posted at www.mem.com.

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MERRYWEATHER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.strathroy.age_dispatch 2005-11-22 published
LEWIS, Clara▲ (née WOODINGS)
Peacefully, at Chateau Gardens, on Sunday, November 20, 2005, Clara LEWIS (née WOODINGS) of London, formerly of Bradenton, Florida. Beloved wife of the late R. Cecil LEWIS (1995.) Dear aunt of Sharon and Barry GROGAN, Bonie▲ MERRYWEATHER, Reta and Fred GATT, Wayne BURGESS, Ed BURGESS, Shirley MAY, and several great nieces and nephews. Service will be held at the Lloyd R. Needham Funeral Chapel (520 Dundas Street, London), on Thursday, November 24, 2005 at 8 p.m. with visitation two hours prior. Cremation to follow. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Memorial tributes for Clara may be posted at www.mem.com

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MERSEL o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-01-04 published
CAMPBELL, Eric Hugh
Eric Hugh CAMPBELL died peacefully on December 30, age 95, at "Braeburn", his cherished family home for the past 45 years. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Phyllis May (MOODIE) and is survived by his five children and their spouses (Christopher/Gay, Tony/Alison, John/ Bridget, Nigel/Judy, Elizabeth/John) as well as by his much-loved 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He is remembered by a host of loving Friends and especially Barbara CAMPBELL and Isabel MERSEL.
A very proud Canadian, he was born in Valparaiso, Chile in 1909 of Scottish, Yorkshire and German ancestry. He deeply loved his native land and returned to it several times over the years while his schooling, career and choices for his young family took him to Dollar Academy near Edinburgh, Scotland; La Paz, Bolivia Ottawa, Canada; San Salvador, El Salvador; and finally to Hudson Heights, Quebec.
He considered himself fortunate to have had an opportunity to build an unequalled 70 year career in the Canadian and international public utility industry, starting with Bolivian Power Company/ Montreal Engineering in 1935, followed by the Gatineau Power Company of Ottawa, and then the Canadian International Power Company of Montreal. C.I.P. was an international public utility holding company in which he rose to be President and Director not only of it but also of several of its subsidiaries including the Monterey Railway, Light and Power Company, Mexico, Compania Alumbrado Electrico de San Salvador, Energia Electrica de Venezuela, and the Barbados Light and Power Company (of which he was chairman for 25 years, retiring at the age of 88 and continuing as an emeritus until his death).
A funeral service and interment will be held at 1: 30 p.m., Saturday, January 15 at St James' Church, 640 Main Road, Hudson Heights, Quebec followed by a reception for Friends and family in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Victorian Order of Nurses would be particularly appreciated (Victorian Order of Nurses, 98 Cameron Avenue, Hudson, Québec, J0P 1H0).
The family wishes to express deepest appreciation to members of their father's wonderful care team, with special thanks to Mrs. Violeta VALIENTES and her family, Effie OSMOND, Dr. Ron HRYNIOWSKI and Victorian Order of Nurses nurse Ann SULLIVAN.

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MERSEREAU o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-27 published
CUMMINS, Betty
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at Toronto East General Hospital in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Michael. Loving mother of Kathleen (Lou MERSEREAU.) Devoted grandmother of Louisa and Teresa. Betty was a dedicated volunteer for many years, working with many organizations including the Red Cross. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 2-4 p.m. on Friday, October 28th. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, October 29th at 11 o'clock with a reception to follow in the Leaside Lounge of the funeral home. Condolences available on-line at www.humphreymiles.com.

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MERSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-16 published
GRIECO, Samuel
Suddenly, at home, after a lengthy illness, on Friday, April 15, 2005. Sam, beloved husband of Filomena for 49 years. Loving father of Gail (Ralph ANSTEY,) and Gary. Cherished grampa of April (Robert MERSON,) Andrew, and Amber. Sam will be missed dearly and remembered by his brothers, sisters, extended family and Friends. Visitation will be on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge Street, at Goulding, south of Steeles). Funeral Service will be held at the Chapel on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 11 o'clock. Interment to follow. Condolences www.rskane.ca

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MERSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-07 published
MERSON, Lily (née PAGE)
Peacefully, in her sleep, at Mackenzie Place, Newmarket, on Saturday, November 5, 2005. Lily MERSON (née PAGE) of Mount Albert, and formerly of Toronto, in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Vic MERSON. Loving mother of Phillip (Pat) MERSON, and Lynne (late Larry) COLLINS. Dear grandma of Veronica, Tracy and Marty Gregory and Fraser. Dear sister of Edith, Norman, and predeceased by Fred, Doris and Horry. Friends may call at Skwarchuk Funeral Home, 19153 Centre Street, Mount Albert (1-800-209-4803), for visitation on Thursday, November 10, 2005 from 1 p.m until the time of a Memorial Service in the Theaker Chapel at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.

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MERTICK o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-09-10 published
FRAMPTON, Gary John
Peacefully, with his wife by his side on Thursday, September 8, 2005, Gary John FRAMPTON of Mapleton in his 56th year. Deeply loved and sadly missed by his wife of 34 years, Barbara (CROCKER) FRAMPTON. "Best Dad Ever" to Melissa and husband Tim MERTICK, Christina FRAMPTON, Jason FRAMPTON and wife Kim, Vanessa FRAMPTON and Kayla FRAMPTON (at home.) Dear brother to Jim FRAMPTON and wife Marlene. Brother-in-law to Paul and Karen CROCKER. Son-in-law to Frank and Lola CROCKER. Uncle of Yvonne and husband Greg ROBSON, Naomi and husband Rodney DELANEY, Rebecca and husband Mark TRACHY, Keturah and husband Andrew ROGERS, Rachel and husband Mike HOCKING. Great uncle of Alannah, Alexandra, Austin, Olivia and Jordan. Born in London on August 30, 1950 son of the late Robert and Gladys (GROVER) FRAMPTON. Gary was well known in the business community of London and the surrounding area as owner/operator of Frampton Mailing Systems. Cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held at Oakland Cemetery. The family will welcome visitors at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home, 119 Talbot St. East, Aylmer 773-8400 on Friday, September 16, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A public memorial service will be held at the north Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses: (459 Second Street, London) on Saturday, September 17, 2005, at 4: 00 p.m. with Mr. Paul ANDREW, officiating.

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MERUCCI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-30 published
HUNSBERGER, Jack
Peacefully at McCormick Home, London on Friday, January 28th, 2005 Jack HUNSBERGER of London in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Viola HUNSBERGER. Dear father of Sandy BRINTNELL and her husband Doug of London. Loving grandfather of Christine MERUCCI and her husband Tony and Michael BRINTNELL of London. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service which will be conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Tuesday, February 1st, 2005 at 2: 00 p.m. Spring interment in Harris Street Cemetery, Ingersoll. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 617 Wellington Street, London, Ontario N6A 3R6. A special Thanks to the staff of McCormick Home for their special care.

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MERVIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-07-25 published
COMSTOCK, William Maxwell " Max"
Peacefully at his cottage on Saturday, July 23, 2005, in his 91st year. Max COMSTOCK was the former owner of Comstock Funeral Home, Past Chair of the Board of Funeral Services of Ontario and involved with many clubs like Peterborough Rotary (recipient of Paul Harris Award), Masonic Lodge, Peterborough Sales and Ad and had a passion for Camp Kawartha. Beloved husband of Gertrude HAMILTON for 64 years. Loving father of Beverley OFFIERSKI and her husband Christopher of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Christine FORTIN and her husband Mike of Lindsay and the late Lynn (1989). Proud grandpa of his 5 grandchildren's accomplishments; Andrew, David and Jennifer OFFIERSKI, Nicole and Marc FORTIN. Brother of the late Mary MERVIN and Arleigh RISHOR. son of the late William COMSTOCK and Eva COWIE. He will be fondly remembered by sister-in-law Marjorie McMILLAN (McNEILL,) brother-in-law George (Bubs) RISHOR, nieces, nephews and their families. Friends will be received at the Comstock Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 356 Rubidge Street, Peterborough, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 26. The service will be held at Saint John's Anglican Church, 99 Brock Street, on Wednesday July 27 at 2: 00 p.m. The Venerable Gordon FINNEY and the Reverend Canon Ronald DAVIDSON will be officiating. Interment Little Lake Cemetery. In memory of Mr. COMSTOCK donations to Camp Kawartha, 5 Counties Children's Centre Foundation, or Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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MERVIS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-20 published
VAN BEERS, Joseph
At the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Friday, June 17th, 2005. Joseph VAN BEERS of Ridgetown in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Nettie (BRENDERS) VAN BEERS and dearly loved father of Dan and his wife Cristy VAN BEERS, Mike and his wife Denise VAN BEERS, Steve and his wife Penni VAN BEERS, Patricia and her husband Doug LENSON, Richard and his wife Michele VAN BEERS, Tina and her husband Bill BERRY and Lisa and her husband Ron MERVIS. Dear brother of Henry and his wife Gerta VAN ARKEL, Adrian and his wife Nellie VAN ARKEL, Frank VAN BEERS, John and his wife Judy VAN BEERS, Ann and her husband Joe VAN DOOREN, Frances and her husband Martin VAN ASSELDONK, Nel and her husband Adrian DIEPSTRATEN, Mary and her husband Andy VAN LOON and Jane and her husband John DIEPSTRATEN. Joseph is also lovingly remembered by grandchildren Jackie, Randy, Sean, Nicole, Stephen, Denis Jackalynn, Jennifer, Kevin, Kiesa, Piers, Veronica and Billy and by a greatgrand_son Kevin. A Private Family Memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation to take place in London with interment of the ashes to be made at the Maple Leaf Cemetery in Chatham. Remembrances may be made through Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St. Saint Thomas to the Cancer Society or the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital Palliative Care Unit.

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MERVYN o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-03-29 published
CRUICKSHANK, Stewart Howard
Peacefully with his family by his side at the Grey Bruce Health Services in Owen Sound, Sunday afternoon, March 27th, 2005. Stew CRUICKSHANK, of Shallow Lake, in his 78th year. Loving husband of the former Alma LENNOX. Loved father of Gail and her husband, George MERVYN, of Shallow Lake, Jim and his wife, Anne, of R.R.#5, Owen Sound, Debbie and her husband, Guy BARFOOT, of R.R.#3, Owen Sound and Scott and his wife, Tammy, of Park Head. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren; Ryan and his wife, Shelley and Jeff MERVYN, Cindy CRUICKSHANK, Lance and Wade BARFOOT and Taylor and Madison CRUICKSHANK and two great-granddaughters, Kaley and Alissa MERVYN. Dear brother of Betty HUSTON, Doris ROCHFORD, both of Owen Sound, Margaret and her husband, Ron BELL, of Balmy Beach and Jack and his wife, Bett, of Owen Sound. Dear brother-in-law of Aileen CRUICKSHANK of Salmon Arm, British Columbia, Eileen CRUICKSHANK, of Owen Sound, Bob and his wife, Hazel LENNOX, Beatrice and her husband, Bruce RADBOURNE, all of R.R.#5, Owen Sound, Eveline LENNOX, of Clarksburg and Mary LENNOX, of Hanover. Predeceased by four brothers, Gordon, Alvin, Bill and Bob. Friends may call at the Downs and son Funeral Home, Hepworth, Tuesday from 2: 00 to 4: 00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be conducted from the Shallow Lake United Church, Wednesday morning at 11: 00 a.m., with Reverend Jack TWEDDLE officiating. Interment, Boyd Cemetery, Shallow Lake, following cremation. Memorial contributions to the Shallow Lake United Church, Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as your expression of sympathy. Messages of condolence for the family are welcome at www.downsandsonfuneralhome.com
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MERWIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-03-12 published
HEWSON, Geale William
Royal Canadian Air Force, 439 Squadron, 1940-45; B.Comm., U. of T (Trinity '49), F.C.A., 1982
In loving memory of Geale William HEWSON, 83 years, died Thursday morning, March 10, 2005, peacefully at his home in Sudbury, Ontario, surrounded by his family. Born in 1921 in Newmarket, Ontario to parents Fred and Jessie HEWSON (later of Niagara-on-the-Lake.) Devoted husband of Margaret (Peg) née MERWIN, and loving father of Beth (Tom ZINK) in Northampton, Massachusetts. Ric (Dorothee) in Kitchener, Ontario, Margie LOUGHEED (Dale) in Lucknow, Ontario, and Ben in Kelowna, British Columbia. He took great pleasure and pride in the active lives of his 8 grandchildren. He is also survived by his caring sister Elizabeth in Virgil, Ontario. He was predeceased by his brother Ted in 1993.
Geale "Hewie" served in World War 2 as a flying officer in the 439 Tiger Squadron, and was a Prisoner of War for 8 months. Upon graduation from U. of T. (Trinity College '49) with a B.Comm, he became a Chartered Accountant (1957) based in Sudbury, ultimately becoming the Regional Executive Partner of Ontario for Thorne Riddell (now KPMG.) In 1982 he was awarded an F.C.A., and he retired from active practice in 1986.
Geale was a highly respected member of the Sudbury business community and made numerous contributions to the success of many businesses and enterprises during his career. In particular he spearheaded the reconstruction of the Church of the Epiphany after the devastating fire of 1987. He had a great love for Northern Ontario and enjoyed its many activities, including sailing and golfing. He will be missed.
Funeral Service will be held at the Church of the Epiphany on Monday, March 14, 2005, at 11: 00 a.m. Friends may call at the church on Sunday, March 13, 2005 between 2: 00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Church of the Epiphany or a charity of choice would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home.

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