IGA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-23 published
KEATING,
Charles
V.
Died Tuesday, November, 22 at Dartmouth General Hospital following
a brief illness. He was 72. A widely-known and respected businessman,
civic leader and philanthropist, Charles was a man deeply devoted
to his family, his community and his church. He was a charismatic
man, with a striking presence and ideas and energy to match.
Charles was a visionary and a builder who could bring people
together and make dreams happen. Best known, perhaps, for pioneering
and building the cable industry in Nova Scotia, Charles' many
business interests included land development, commercial real
estate, venture capital, inter net and telephone distribution
through VOIP
Star,
Choice sales and installation, beauty products
and courier/logistical service. He was particularly proud of
his association with Shaw Communications Inc. since 1975 as a
director. Charles was a man of humble roots who remained humble
although his accomplishments were prolific. He especially treasured
two honors that reflected his pride in his nation and his province:
induction into the Order of Canada in 2003, and induction, in
2004, into the Nova Scotia Business Hall of Fame. Charles was
born in Dartmouth, September 17, 1933, to Charles Cornelius and
Beatrice Lena
(REDMOND)
KEATING, and grew up on Gaston Road.
He attended St. Peter's school and was greatly influenced by
the Sisters of Charity. After high school he was employed with
William Stairs, son and Morrow. He then attended St. Francis
Xavier University as a mature student, 1956-1958, graduating
with a diploma in engineering, a lifelong respect for the priests
who ran the university, and Friendships that continued to his
death. After St. F.X., he enrolled in Nova Scotia Technical College
but left due to illness. He later moved to Moncton where he worked
as a travelling salesman in the Maritimes for Moncton Foundry
and Machines Co., and sang with the Pat Patterson Quintet. In
the early 1960's Charles, along with his Redmond uncles, opened
an IGA store at Porter's Lake. This grew to become Lakeview Shopping
Centre Ltd. and included other retail stores Charles owned and
operated. That foresight helped open the Eastern Shore and signaled
a commitment to the area that continues to this day. Over the
years, Charles became known as a champion of Dartmouth and the
Eastern Shore. Charles seldom found himself a stranger no matter
where he travelled. He had a magical ability to connect with
people from all walks of life and always acknowledged their gifts.
Charles cultivated Friendships around the world and cherished
his special bonds with employees and business colleagues. At
the time of his death, Charles was founder and chairman of Landmark
Development Corporation Limited; founder and chairman of Lakeview
Home Hardware Building Centre; chairman, Shannondale Realty Limited
director, Shaw Communications, Inc.; director, Altimax Builder
Ltd; chairman, Altimax Venture Capital; chairman, Altimax Courier
Limited; chairman, Altimax Network Service Limited; director,
Canadian Medical Association Holdings Inc.; director, Heritage
Gas; chairman, Glamour Sources Limited; director, GrowthWorks
Atlantic Venture Fund. Charles led many organizations during
his career. He was a past chair of the Queen Elizabeth II Health
Sciences Centre, Nova Scotia Hospital Foundation, Atlantic Canada
Plus, Dartmouth Chamber of Commerce, Atlantic Provinces Chamber
of Commerce, Atlantic Provinces Economic Council, Dartmouth and
Eastern Shore Tourist Association, Shearwater Development Corporation,
and the Oland Exports Junior 'A' Hockey Club. Charles was deeply
devoted to community and to making place. He served on more than
40 community boards and life. One of his best known contributions
resulted in the Millenium Centre at St. Francis Xavier University.
There some visible, some not so. the world a better charities
during his Charles V. Keating were many others, His current activities
included, director, Saint John Ambulance for Nova Scotia; honorary
chairman, Shearwater Air Museum; honorary chairman, Brain Injury
Association of Nova Scotia; honorary chairman, Prince Andrew
High School P.A.W.E.E.C.A. Group; honorary chairman, Dartmouth
Literacy Network; director, Bras d'Or Aquarium; chair, Major
Gifts, Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Foundation
Working Miracles; chairman, Advancement Nova Scotia; director,
Nova Scotia Tattoo; chairman Glace Bay Miners Museum Campaign
honorary patron, Black Cultural Centre. He was recognized as
the Outstanding Individual Philanthropist in Atlantic Canada
in 1994; was honored as an Officer of the Order of Saint John
Ambulance in 1995, received an Honorary Degree from Saint Francis
Xavier University in 2000 and the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal
in 2002. He was on hand in 2000 to celebrate the opening of the
Charles V. Keating Millennium Centre at his cherished alma mater
- Saint Francis Xavier University. In addition to Charles' inductions
into the Order of Canada and the Nova Scotia Business Hall of
Fame, his list of honours and achievements includes, recipient
of the Order of Nova Scotia, member of Canadian Cable Television
Association; Pioneers' Club Canadian Cable Television Association
founding chairman of the Nova Scotia Hospital Foundation and
the annual fund raiser 'Festival of the Trees'; The Ambassador
Award 1988, The World Trade and Convention Centre; Honorary Constable,
Dartmouth City Police, 1981; finalist Entrepreneur of the Year,
Atlantic Division 1998; Honorary Diploma Nova Scotia Community
College, Akerley Campus, 2000; major sponsor Breast Cancer Awareness,
2001; Roasted by Arthritis Society and Raised $300,000; member
of Young Presidents Organization. For many years, Charles played
an active role in politics at all three levels. He served as
a director of both the Nova Scotia Liberal Party and the Liberal
Party of Canada. Although his political profile lessened over
the years, his interest never waned and he remained an influential
figure. In addition to being active behind the scenes, he was
once a candidate in a mayoralty campaign in Dartmouth. Charles
honored his commitments to family and Friends with integrity
and a generous heart. He balanced the responsibilities of business
and an extensive public life with cherished time at family dinners
to celebrate birthdays, feast days and other special events.
He loved to sing and all who loved him loved to hear him sing,
any time, any place. He took particular joy in expressing his
love of his Irish heritage in song and delighted in creating
a festive mood for all to enjoy. Charles also cherished his cottage
'Shannondale on the Wentworth' and beauty of nature and the birds
surrounding it. He loved to welcome family Friends to Shannondale
and, as was his way, became part of Wentworth nearby communities
through Friendships made there, in particular through connection
with St. Cornelius Parish. the and and his Charles was passionate
about hockey as a fan and as a financial supporter. He was known
on occasion to leave a late afternoon meeting in Halifax in time
to catch a St. F.X. home game then drive back from Antigonish
after the game to be in the office early next morning. After
Charles received the diagnoses of his illness on September 16,
his desire was to live with gratitude for each remaining day.
He found great strength in his relationship with God and much
comfort surrounded by family and Friends. He retained his ability
to teach life lessons along the way, always with a sprinkling
of humour and a few good stories. Charles was deeply moved by
the love and support of family and Friends. It validated his
abiding belief in the essential good within everyone. He was
incredibly grateful to all the people who rallied arou
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IGA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-18 published
HUTTON,
Catherine "
Nadine" (née
GOW)
In loving memory of Catherine Nadine
HUTTON who passed away suddenly
on August 17, 2005 at the Intensive Care Unit - St. Joseph Health
Centre at the age of 76. Beloved wife of William (Bill) Henry
HUTTON, predeceased 1977 (Owner Chelmsford
IGA.)
Daughter of
Alban J. GOW and Catherine Isabel
PETTITT, predeceased. Loving,
caring and understanding mother of Cathy of Whitby, Bruce (wife
Elizabeth BRICK) of Sudbury and Robert (wife
Theresa
ETHIER)
of Blind River and devoted and caring grandmother of Keith William
and Daphne Anna. Nadine was born in Godfrey, Ontario on March
20, 1929 and lived there before moving to Kingston when she entered
high school. In Kingston, she joined Bell Canada and worked there
for a number of years. During this time, she met Bill who worked
for Dominion Stores and they married on August 1st, 1959. Shortly
after they married, they moved to Peterborough and then later
to Sudbury and then in 1972 they moved to Chelmsford where she
has resided since then. Nadine was known for her laughter, love
of camping and gardening. She was gifted in conversation and
was always there to listen, support and celebrate achievements.
She especially enjoyed travelling with her family and in later
years was always excited to travel with her grandchildren as
they explored new destinations together. Resting at the Jackson
& Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch Street, Sudbury. Funeral Prayers
in the R.J. Barnard Chapel, Saturday, August 20th, 2005 at 10
a.m. Interment in the Chelmsford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
donations to the 4th floor Sudbury Regional Hospital - Transfusion
Day Care would be appreciated. (Friends may call 2-5 and 7-9
p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday).
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