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METCALF o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-11 published
STROBEL, Joseph▼ " Joe▼"
Peacefully at Maple Manor Nursing Home with his family at his bedside on Sunday May 7, 2006 Joe STROBEL of Tillsonburg age 76 years. Beloved husband, soul mate, and best friend to his wife Judith▼ STROBEL (nee: METCALF.) Dear father of Michael STROBEL and his partner Judith of Toronto; Guye (Karen) STROBEL of Winnipeg, Manitoba; Megan STROBEL and her partner Ken of Alberta. Step-father of Bridget GLAUNER and her partner Rick RATTEW of Toronto; Christian GLAUNER and his fiancée Bess NG of Toronto. Beloved grandfather of Stephenson; Kieran; Jackson; Kali SAGE. Also,▼ survived by cousins and extended family. Joe was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Theresa STROBEL. Joe▼ was a retired teacher and tobacco farmer. He was a Health Consultant for the Scarborough Board of Education, and a physical education teacher until his retirement. He was the first grower of industrial hemp in North America in 60 years, and because of this achievement was made an Honorary Kentucky Colonel for the pioneering of Industrial Hemp. The family will receive Friends and family at Saint_John's Anglican Church in Tillsonburg on Saturday May 13, 2006 at 11 a.m. where a Memorial Service will he held to honour Joe's memory and life. Rev. Richard JONES officiating. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment in Tillsonburg Cemetery. Ostrander's Funeral Home, 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg (842-5221) entrusted with funeral arrangements. Memorial donations (payable by cheque only) may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to Saint_John's Anglican Church and may be made by contacting Ostrander's Funeral Home. Personal condolences may be sent to www.ostrandersfuneralhome.com
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METCALF o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-12 published
STROBEL, Joseph▲ " Joe▲"
Peacefully at Maple Manor Nursing Home with his family at his bedside on Sunday May 7, 2006 Joe STROBEL of Tillsonburg age 76 years. Beloved husband, soul mate, and best friend to his wife Judith▲ STROBEL (nee: METCALF.) Dear father of Michael STROBEL and his partner Judith of Toronto; Guye (Karen) STROBEL of Winnipeg, Manitoba; Megan STROBEL and her partner Ken of Alberta. Step-father of Bridget GLAUNER and her partner Rick RATTEW of Toronto; Christian GLAUNER and his fiancée Bess NG of Toronto. Beloved grandfather of Stephenson; Kieran; Jackson; Kali SAGE. Also,▲ survived by cousins and extended family. Joe was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Theresa STROBEL. Joe▲ was a retired teacher and tobacco farmer. He was a Health Consultant for the Scarborough Board of Education, and a physical education teacher until his retirement. He was the first grower of industrial hemp in North America in 60 years, and because of this achievement was made an Honorary Kentucky Colonel for the pioneering of Industrial Hemp. The family will receive Friends and family at Saint_John's Anglican Church in Tillsonburg on Saturday May 13, 2006 at 11 a.m. where a Memorial Service will he held to honour Joe's memory and life. Rev. Richard JONES officiating. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment in Tillsonburg Cemetery. Ostrander's Funeral Home, 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg (842-5221) entrusted with funeral arrangements. Memorial donations (payable by cheque only) may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to Saint_John's Anglican Church and may be made by contacting Ostrander's Funeral Home. Personal condolences may be sent to www.ostrandersfuneralhome.com
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METCALF o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-10-20 published
HAZLEWOOD, Edith Thelma (née HOGG)
Peacefully at Kingsway Lodge, Saint Marys, formerly of Blanshard Township, on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Norman E. HAZLEWOOD (2002.) Cherished mother of James and Donna HAZLEWOOD of Thamesford, Gary and Anne HAZLEWOOD of R.R.#6 Saint Marys, Steven HAZLEWOOD of R.R.#1 Granton and Melvin HAZLEWOOD of R.R.#6 Saint Marys. Proud grandmother of Stephanie (Caroline GODBOUT) of Toronto, Janis (Colin MacKIE) of Richmond Hill, John of Woodstock, Andria of London, Scott of Toronto, Lou PARAI of R.R.#6 Saint Marys, Bronwen (Phil METCALF) of Thamesford, Kathleen of Granton, Laurie of Kitchener and Thomas of Granton. Also survived by sisters-in-law Fern HOGG of Saint Marys and Ruth (George LEVY) of Saint Marys. Will be remembered fondly by her numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Jane Ann PEARSON (1947) and George HOGG (1951,) siblings Johnny, Clara, Gordon, Mabel, Lorne, Lloyd and Arnold and sister-in-law Merle (Ted BRINE.) Family and Friends will be received at the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, 47 Wellington Street South, Saint Marys on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted on Saturday, October 21, 2006 at 11 a.m. officiated by Pastor Doug LOVEDAY. Donations may be made to the Woodham United Church or Ducks Unlimited through the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home by calling 519-284-2820 or online at www.hodgesfuneralhome.ca.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-05-30 published
BOWES, James Elliot
In Meaford on Saturday May 27th, 2006. Jim BOWES, son of the late Albert and Marguerite (SAUNDERS) BOWES, of St. Vincent Township, in his 68th year. Loved brother of Anne BOWES and Kathryn BOWES, of St. Vincent Township. Fondly remembered by his aunts, Mary REID of Bognor, and Eleanor METCALFE of Owen Sound. Family will receive Friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., in Meaford on Thursday, June 1st from 11: 00 a.m. until the hour of service at 1 p.m. Interment and committal services will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-06-12 published
WATT, Helen Eilien (CROSS)
Passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday, June 10th, 2006. The former Helen Eilien CROSS in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald WATT. Loving mother of Vivian and Peter TURCOTTE, Durham; Janice and Allan CARTER, Burlington; Trudy and Paul METCALFE, Haliburton; Linda HICKS, Hanover; Cindy and Dale MEREDITH, Leathbridge, Alberta; Steven and Monica WATT, Collingwood. Cherished grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Also survived by one brother Milton and Betty CROSS, Bracebridge. Predeceased by one sister Evelyn JOHNSON. Friends may call at the McCulloch- Watson Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Life for Eilien will be held at Knox United Church, Durham on Wednesday at 2 o'clock. Interment Durham Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Parkinson Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Royal Canadian Legion Ladies' Auxiliary will hold a Memorial Service on Tuesday evening at 6: 45 p.m.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-11-06 published
METCALFE, Doris Margaret (SCHANK)
At Wingham and District Hospital on Sunday, November 05, 2006, Mrs. Doris METCALFE of R.R.#1, Wingham, age 60 years. The former Doris SCHANK beloved wife of Harold METCALFE. Loving grandmother of Stephen DAVIS of Waterloo and Gregory METCALFE of Listowel. Mother-in-law of Cheryl METCALFE and Dave SHOWERS of Listowel. Dear sister of Evelyn and Allan MARQUETTE of Lake Temagami, Helen LEE of Wingham, Sharon BAKER of London, and Stanley (J.R.) and Barb SCHANK of Owen Sound. Also survived by Harold's sisters and brothers and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Stanley and Margaret (SUBJECT) SCHANK, her son Keith METCALFE (1999,) her daughter Kim DAROSA (2004) and granddaughter Shannon Nicole DAVIS. Visitation at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham, Ontario on Tuesday, 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Saint Paul's Trinity Anglican Church on Wednesday at 2: 00 p.m. Reverend Len MYERS officiating. Interment in Wingham Cemetery, Wingham, Ontario. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers to The Kidney Foundation or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences at www.mcburneyfuneral.com

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-03-07 published
HUGILL, Charles Wesley
It is with sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Charles Wesley HUGILL (formerly of Kitchener and Zurich) in his 87th year at Exeter Villa, on Monday, March 6, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Alice Catherine née THIEL (1972.) Dear father of Sharon and Ted SANDERS, Grand Bend; Elaine and Bob STROM, Chatham Gary and Cathy HUGILL, Exeter; Beth and Terry KREUTZKAMP, Kitchener. Loving grandpa of Kim DONAIS, Todd and Chris STROM; Scott SANDERS and Tina METCALFE; David, Josh, Alison and Joel KREUTZKAMP and his ten great-grandchildren. Survived by sisters, Verna RATHWELL, Stratford and Mary HORNER, Kitchener. Wes will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Jonathan and Gertrude brothers Clarence, Elmer, Harold, Arnold and Clifford; sisters Pearl CUMMINGS and Iona CARR. The twinkle of his eyes and friendly, joking manner will be missed by all who knew him through his years, many of which were spent building silos and in the later years, maintaining the grounds at University of Waterloo. Family and Friends may call at the J.M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9. The funeral and committal service will be held Thursday, March 9th at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Zurich at 2 p.m. with Pastor Ann KRUEGER officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Peter's Lutheran Church would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.jmmcbeathfuneralhome.com A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Wesley HUGILL.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-03-10 published
McCAULEY, Eloyce Marion (née DAVIDSON)
Died peacefully at her home, Kingsway Lodge, Saint Marys, surrounded by her children on March 9, 2006 in her 81st year. Long-time member of the Saint Marys Salvation Army and Saint Marys Legion Auxiliary and active volunteer in various community organizations. Loving wife of 50 years to Lorne E. McCAULEY who predeceased her on June 12, 1995. Cherished mother of Kevin and Gail McCAULEY of Saint Marys, Dave and Lin McCAULEY of London, Sue and Paul ROBINSON of R.R.#1 Saint Marys, Gayle and Kevin PAARDEKOOPER (COOPER) of Port Stanley and Wendy and Joseph ROY of Sarnia. Proud grandmother of Brenda and Dan METCALFE, Randy and Tina McCAULEY, Sandy TAYS, Shannon RUMMING, Angel WOODCOCK, Todd ROBINSON, Blake and Michelle ROBINSON, Kelly and Steve WHEELER, Dana and Brad KOCUS and Dawn ANDERSON. Loving great-grandmother of Derek, Dustin, Douglas, Stuart, Connor, Quinn, Luke, Jake, Raven, Dylan, Cody, Jillian, Zackary, Cormick and Larissa. Dear sister of Audrey and Paul LANDGON of Elora, Doreen and Jim WILSON of Harriston and sister-in-law of Jean DAVIDSON from Brussels. Predeceased by brothers Cleve and Cal DAVIDSON. Family and Friends will be received at the Saint Marys Salvation Army Community Church, 220 Queen Street, Saint Marys, on Friday, March 10, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted at the church on Saturday, March 11, 2006 at 10 a.m. with Major Jim HANN officiating. Interment to follow in Saint Marys Cemetery. Donations to the Salvation Army or the charity of choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, Saint Marys (519) 284-2820.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-08 published
METCALFE, John Joseph
Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Friday April 7, 2006 John Joseph METCALFE passed away at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Mary METCALFE. John is survived by his children Joan CLAYTON (Jeff,) Michael METCALFE (Katherine) and Angela METCALFE (Ken.) Dear grandfather of Chad, Tonya and A.J. Dear great-grandfather of Avery. Dear brother of Joyce BARNETT. Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Sunday evening from 7-9 o'clock and Monday morning from 11 o'clock until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon. Interment in Saint Peter's Cemetery. Donations to John's favourite charity, Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-06 published
METCALFE, Bruce
Peacefully at Bluewater Health Norman Street Site, on Monday, June 5, 2006 Bruce METCALFE age 75. Beloved husband and best friend of Barbara (WHITTON) for 55 years. Dear father of sons Randy and Allan, special daughter-in-law Lois and their children Amy, Julie and Scott, the late Gregory (August 19, 1969) and the late Kevin (April 17, 2003) (Heather) and their children Callan, Chandlar and Keaton. Survived by his dear brother Gordon (Ella) and their children Cheryl, Doug and Rick. Brother-in-law of Howard WHITTON and his wife Betty and their children Michael WHITTON and Christine BRYANS, David WHITTON and his wife Pat and their children Erin and Rae. Bruce was born in Sarnia on September 21, 1930 to the late Burton and Alberta METCALFE. Bruce was retired from Polysar with 37 years of service. He operated a land development and house building company with his brother Gord. A funeral service will be held at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia on Thursday, June 8, 2006 at 2: 00 p.m. Interment to follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Family and Friends will be received at Smith Funeral Home on Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. and evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Sympathy through donations to the Charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-08 published
BARNETT, Joyce (née METCALFE)
After a brief illness, at Victoria Hospital, Joyce BARNETT (nee METCALFE) passed away in her son's arms, peacefully, on June 6, 2006 in her 76th year. Beloved mother of Debra DRESSLER and her husband Robert, Janice BARNETT and her husband Dave, and Douglas BARNETT and his wife Laurie. Beloved grandmother of Jennifer and her husband Michael and Bobby and Katelynn and Mariah. Great Grandmother of Natasha and Michael. Predeceased by her brothers Paul, Ron and John and sisters Mary and Anita. Survived by many nieces and nephews. We would like to thank her neighbour, Mrs. Juanita DUDEK, for her special kindness and Friendship. We would also like to thank the nurses and staff at Victoria Hospital, Critical Care Unit, for providing such wonderful care and support. At Joyce's request, cremation has taken place. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Joyce was a lover of nature and ornithology. In her memory, donations can be made to a Nature Conservatory of your choice.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-07-13 published
METCALFE, Gerry
At his residence on Friday, July 7, 2006, Gerry METCALFE of Thedford in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Betty (CAUGHLIN) and loving father of Bobby, Rick and Tanya, and Deb and Derrick VERROEN. Cherished grandfather of Julie, April, Ashley and Alisha. Predeceased by his mother Hildergard METCALFE (2005.) Friends and family are invited for a memorial service on Saturday, July 15 at 1 p.m. at Pinehill Cemetery. Rev. Doug WRIGHT officiating. Memorial donations to the Cancer Society gratefully acknowledged. Gilpin Funeral Chapel.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-09-12 published
McLACHLAN, Martin W.
At Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia, on Sunday, September 10, 2006. Martin W. McLACHLAN formerly of Inwood and Brooke Twp. in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Violet (SMITH) McLACHLAN. Predeceased by infant son Ray. Survived by his sister, Margaret METCALFE and two nieces, Pauline (Donald) PEPPER, Irene (Mervin) McDONALD and their families. Brother-in-law of Blossom SMITH and Ivan (Irene) SMITH. Relatives and Friends will be received at the Van Heck Visitation Centre, 3232 River Street, Alvinston on Wednesday evening from 7-9p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 14 at 1: 30p.m. Rev. Jo-Anne SYMINGTON officiating. Interment Alvinston Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Guthrie Presbyterian Church or Lambton Meadowview Villa. Arrangements by Van Heck Funeral Home, 519-287-2831.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-07 published
TRUDELL, William Kenneth " Bill"
Peacefully at Extendicare Nursing Home, with family members by his side, William Kenneth (Bill) TRUDELL on December 5, 2006 in his 96th year. Survived by his beloved wife Jean (STEWARD/STEWART/STUART) in their 69th year of marriage. Dear father of Peter, Mary Jane CORK, Carole, William (Jennifer), Paul (Jane), and Barbara DUNBAR (Allan.) Loving grandfather (Gramps) of Peter (Becky,) Lisa METCALFE (Guy), Eryn, Blair, Taylor, Clara, Thomas, Bradley, Caylin, Emily and Kelly. Dear great-grandfather of Lindsay, Andrew, Megan, Jack, Benjamin, Sarah and Yoko. Survived by his sister Marion HARTSELL. Predeceased by his brothers Jack, Leonard and George and sisters Dorothy, Winnifred, Eunice, Carol and Evelyn. Bill had a terrific career in the movie industry spanning almost 50 years. He retired in 1975 after having been manager of the Capitol Theatre in London for over 4 decades, affectionately known throughout that time as "the mayor of Dundas Street." Bill then enjoyed a second career with the Western Fair Association serving as a director for over 20 years and as president in 1989. He was also a long-standing member of the Knights of Columbus and a director of the Saint Peter's Cemetery Board. Throughout Bill's busy life he was devoted to his family and his church and he enjoyed peace and tranquility in tending his gardens. Many thanks to the staff at Extendicare for the wonderful care they have provided to Bill over the last 10 months. Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock. Funeral Mass at Saint Michael's Church, 515 Cheapside Street, on Saturday at 12 noon. Interment in Saint Peter's Cemetery. Online condolences at donohue@donohuefuneralhome.ca Those who wish may make a donation to the Saint Peter's Basilica Restoration Fund.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-06-13 published
Mary MacDONALD, Civil Servant (1918-2006)
For decades, she guarded the gates of power in the Prime Minister's Office, first as an 'indispensable' executive secretary to Lester PEARSON and then to Pierre TRUDEAU
By Buzz BOURDON, Special to the Globe and Mail, Page S11
Ottawa -- In 1967, Prime Minister Lester PEARSON needed to find a birthday gift for his executive assistant, and it had to be special. Mary MacDONALD had been with him 20 years and, as he admitted handsomely in his autobiography, "[she was] indispensable as my Girl Friday. Nobody ever served anyone with greater devotion."
So, what to give Miss MacDONALD for her 49th birthday on April 30, 1967? In the end, he settled on the perfect gift: the Bible presented to him by Prime Minister Mackenzie KING on September 10, 1948, when Mr. PEARSON was sworn as a member of the King's Privy Council for Canada. At the same time, Mr. PEARSON, arguably Canada's most famous diplomat, was appointed secretary of state for External Affairs, and the Bible had become a treasured family memento.
On the flyleaf, Mr. PEARSON wrote a warm and heartfelt message: "To Mary, with all of my best wishes and grateful appreciation for helping a P.C. become a p.m. … L. B. PEARSON." The Bible is now held in trust by Mr. PEARSON's grand_son, Michael, for his infant son.
Miss MacDONALD first joined Mr. PEARSON in 1947 at the then-Department of External Affairs. They had made a terrific team together, travelling the world when he was minister of External Affairs and then the country after he became leader of the Liberal Party of Canada in 1958.
As one of the gatekeepers to Mr. PEARSON, Miss MacDONALD did not suffer fools gladly. "My father owed his success in part, to her," said retired diplomat Geoffrey PEARSON at her funeral last week. "Success in politics, as in life, is often due to those who stand at the door."
Miss MacDONALD's working day always extended past 5 p.m., for 10 or 12 hours overall. She once wrote 91 letters in one day. Politics was her life, to the exclusion of everything else including marriage, except her family. Weekends were no different. If Mr. PEARSON and his wife Maryon needed her, Miss MacDONALD would be there.
"She really knew who was useful and kept him in touch with his constituents and vice-versa. She was a great organizer," said retired senator Landon PEARSON.
Mary MacDONALD grew up in Ottawa during the Depression. After graduating from the University of Ottawa in 1938, she spent five years with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. In 1941, she joined the Canadian Red Cross Corps, shipping out to Britain two years later. A month after D-Day, June 6, 1944, she was sent to No. 12 Canadian General Hospital as a welfare officer. Since there was a shortage of nurses, her organizational skills were used to regulate the efficient flow of patients from the wards to the operating theatres.
Janet FLANDERS of Ottawa first met Miss MacDONALD in 1943, in a battered London at war. "She was bright and cheerful… She could do anything."
After returning to Ottawa in December of 1945, Miss MacDONALD joined the Department of External Affairs. Soon after, she was assigned to the new undersecretary of external affairs, just back from Washington as Canadian ambassador. Lester "Mike" PEARSON was a rising star and it took very little time for them to develop a working relationship, although she never called him anything other than "Mr. PEARSON."
For the next 12 years, Miss MacDONALD received an education in foreign affairs, as her boss helped Prime Minister Louis SAINT_LAURENT make Canada an important player on the world stage. It was the beginning of the Cold War and Canada's foreign policy included giving strong support to her allies in North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the United Nations. She also obtained a master's degree in political science in 1948, but paused in her own advancement to help old Friends, one of whom was Janet FLANDERS. " After the war, she got me a job in External in 1947&hellip We were close Friends for 60 years. You don't come across people of her calibre very often."
Another of her Friends was Aline CHRÉTIEN, wife of former prime minister Jean CHRÉTIEN. They had met in 1963 after Mr. CHRÉTIEN was first elected to the House of Commons. "We saw her all the time. She was devoted to her boss, Mr. PEARSON, her Friends and family," said Mrs. CHRÉTIEN. " She was like a mother to all sorts of people… Jean and I loved her."
During Mr. PEARSON's 20 years in federal politics, Miss MacDONALD played a part in getting him elected eight times in his riding of Algoma East, in Northern Ontario. He was fortunate to have Miss MacDONALD as his riding secretary, he once wrote. She was a "very friendly, outgoing person who enjoyed meeting new people. She became the bulwark of my political life and soon knew everyone in the constituency, to my great advantage."
In fact, Time magazine said the only person who could ever dethrone Mr. PEARSON in Algoma East was Miss MacDONALD. After Mr. PEARSON was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo in 1957 for helping secure peace in the 1956 Suez Crisis, he found himself out of office when John Diefenbaker's Conservatives won the next election. An exhausted Louis SSAINTURENT resigned as Liberal chief and Miss MacDONALD became the executive assistant to the new leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition. Five long years in opposition followed, until Mr. PEARSON beat Mr. Diefenbaker and became the 14th prime minister of Canada on April 22, 1963.
A devoted Liberal, she also served Mr. PEARSON's successor. When Pierre Elliott TRUDEAU took over as Prime Minister on April 20, 1968, he was advised that continuity in the Prime Minister's Office was important and that Miss MacDONALD could provide it. After all, she knew everyone in Ottawa.
For the next 11 years, she was Mr. TRUDEAU's administrative and constituency liaison officer, ruling a staff of 15 secretaries with tact and humour. Isabel METCALFE of Ottawa was one of them. "She was marvellous to us. She encouraged us, gave us advice she was fun. She was meticulous in upholding the standards of the Prime Minister's Office. She was an inspiration to us in the context of political activism."
It was the role in which she probably felt most comfortable and most effective. In 1968, rumours swirled around Parliament Hill that Mr. PEARSON was thinking about appointing her to the Senate. For reasons that may never be fully known, it didn't happened. Instead, former Liberal cabinet minister Paul Martin, Sr., got the call.
Landon PEARSON, who was Lester PEARSON's daughter-in-law, believes Miss MacDONALD "would have made an excellent senator. She had excellent political instincts and knew politics. She was a great organizer. In my view, she was never adequately recognized by the men."
In 1979, Miss MacDONALD retired and the following year she was content to receive the Order of Canada. From her point of view, it was probably more than enough. After sitting at the right hands of Lester PEARSON and Pierre TRUDEAU, she had seen it all.
"Behind every great man is a surprised woman, my mother used to say," said Geoffrey PEARSON. " Mary was never surprised."
Mary Elizabeth MacDONALD was born on April 30, 1918, in North Cobalt, Ontario She died of a stroke on June 5 in Ottawa. She was 88. She leaves her sister Kay, her nephews Peter, Joe, Paul, John and Greg. She was predeceased by her brother Neil.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-10-27 published
STUBBS, Clara (née THORPE)
Died peacefully on October 23, 2006 at Toronto East General Hospital, at the age of 90. Predeceased by her husband Ken, parents Arthur and Mildred THORPE, sisters Marjorie KOPAS, Dorothy MOORE and brother Clyde THORPE. Clara will be missed by her nephew Don KOPAS (Suzanne.) Clara is the great-aunt of Brigitte (Scott METCALFE,) Ronald and Jeffery KOPAS and great-great-aunt of Jayden and Ryder METCALFE. Very special thanks to Beth POSANSO, her caregiver for the past 3 years, who has given her a quality of life she could not have had otherwise. A private funeral service will be held at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Monday, October 30th. Interment Prospect Cemetery.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-10 published
McINTOSH, Margaret Patricia (METCALFE)
Passed away at the General and Marine Hospital in Collingwood on Sunday, January 8, 2006 at the age of 83 years. Margaret (METCALFE) McINTOSH, beloved wife of the late Kenneth McINTOSH. Loving mother of Joan and cherished friend of Jessie and R.D. McEACHERN and family. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Doug and Nichole HUSTINS. Dear sister of Ann and her husband Bill JOHANSEN, Mary GERRIOR and the late Frank METCALFE, Beryl METCALFE and Dora SOUTHERN. Predeceased by parents Job and Ida METCALFE. In keeping with Margaret's wishes, there will be no service. Arrangements entrusted to the Chatterson-Long Funeral Home, 404 Hurontario Street, Collingwood. Donations to the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. The family would particularly like to thank Dr. ARTHUR and the nursing staff for their wonderful care and special thank-you to Kelly, Sue, Joanne, Deborah and Keith.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-28 published
GEORGE, Reta (née METCALFE)
After a valiant battle with breast cancer, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2006, surrounded by family. Born in Almonte, Ontario on October 6, 1938 to her dear late parents William and Mary (WARREN) METCALFE, Reta lived most of her life in Toronto. Beloved mother of Ken and daughter-in-law Kelly (Rice), of Toronto. Dear sister of Beth WOODS and her husband Lloyd of Ayr and the late Jim METCALFE of Almonte. Fondly remembered by her cousins Bob and Mar MURRAY. Sadly missed by her long time Friends, Steve KEAY and Judy ANDERSON. Friends may call at the Trull "East Toronto" Funeral Home and Cremation Centre,, 1111 Danforth Ave. (one block east of Donlands subway station) from 12 noon on Sunday, January 29, 2006 until commencement of complete Celebration of Life Memorial Services in the chapel at one o'clock. Reception to follow the service. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Toronto Brigantine Inc. or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-09 published
METCALFE, Donald G.
Formerly of Toronto, died peacefully at Wildwood Care Centre, Saint Marys on March 7, 2006 at the age of 74. Predeceased by his loving wife Gwyneth (née BROOKES) on March 21, 2005 and cherished daughter Karen PEERS (2000.) Survived by his stepbrother Jim of Toronto, stepsister Jan of Calgary Alberta. Cremation has taken place. Memorial visiting will be held at the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, 47 Wellington Street South, Saint Marys (519-284-2820) on Friday, March 10, 2006 from 1: 30 p.m. until the time of the service at 2 p.m. Reverend Bob HUTCHINSON/HUTCHISON offciating. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Toronto. Donations to the charity of choice would be appreciated.

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METCALFE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-28 published
DAWE, Colleen May (formerly FREEMAN, née METCALFE)
Left for home, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, April 27, 2006. Sweetheart and wife of William "Bill". Amazing mother of Terri-Jane STAPLETON, Richard FREEMAN, Arthur FREEMAN, Jackson FREEMAN, along with their spouses. "Grama FREEMAN" was treasured by her 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Visitations Saturday, April 29, 2-5 p.m. and Sunday, April 30, 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Service Monday, May 1 at 11 a.m. at Lynett Funeral Home, 3299 Dundas St. W. For donations in her honour, contact (416) 767-1176.

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METELLI o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-04 published
KILBOURN, Hilary Celia Radcliffe
Suddenly, at Toronto Island, on Thursday, February 2, 2006. Dearly beloved daughter of Elizabeth KILBOURN and the late William KILBOURN. Much loved sister of Philippa, Nicholas, Timothy and Michael KILBOURN. Dear niece of Rosemary KILBOURN and Nancy STEELE, god daughter of Sheila MacKENZIE of Vancouver. Dear aunt of Sebastiano and Kenneth METELLI and Oriana KILBOURN. Despite a life of extraordinary difficulties, Hilary was full of courage, wit, cheerfulness and fun. She will be missed by the community on Toronto Island and those who shared her home there. Her painting has been an inspiration to many. Friends may call at the Rosar-Morrison Funeral Home & Chapel, 467 Sherbourne Street (south of Wellesley), on Monday, February 6th from 2: 00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. (Parking adjacent to the funeral home). A celebration of Hilary's life will be held at St. James' Cathedral (King and Church Streets), on Tuesday, February 7th at 2: 30 p.m. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In memory of Hilary, donations to the Hilary Kilbourn Memorial Fund for St. Andrews-by-the-Lake would be welcomed.

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METHEREL o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-03-29 published
MILNE, Marilyn (née WYCHE)
Peacefully, at her home with her family by her side, on Monday, March 27th, 2006. Marilyn Cynthia MILNE (née WYCHE,) of Owen Sound, in her 56th year. Dearly beloved wife of Tom RILEY. Loving mother of Sherri MILNE, of Montreal and Chris MILNE and his partner, Jocelyn, of Toronto. Dear step-mother of Laurna and Doug METHEREL, Tammy and Chris MYATT, both of Owen Sound, Shalleen RILEY, of Penetang, Shawna and Dom RUSCITTI, of Barrie, John Paul and Melissa RILEY, of Perth and Jacinda RILEY and her partner, Jason ARD, of Owen Sound. Proud step-grandmother of nine grandchildren. Dear daughter of John WYCHE, of Ottawa and Cynthia KAYE, of England. Marilyn will be sadly missed by her two brothers, Vaughan WYCHE and his partner, Kirsten MADFEN, of Toronto and Garfield WYCHE, of Ottawa. Friends may call at the Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 - 14th Street West, Owen Sound (376-7492) on Friday evening from 7: 00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service for Marilyn MILNE will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, April 1st, 2006 at 11: 00 a.m. with Brian THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON officiating. Spring interment in Hillcrest Cemetery, Tara. If so desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice as your expression of sympathy.

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METHEREL o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-05-15 published
STEAD, Wilbert▼ C.▼
Peacefully at the Grey Bruce Health Services in Owen Sound on Friday▼ evening May 12, 2006. In his 75th year, Wilbert C. STEAD, the loving husband of Helen STEAD (née MITCHELL.) Loving▼ father of Pauline and her husband Norman SUNDBORG, Paulette▼ and her husband Bernie PAPINEAU- COUTURE, Headley METHEREL, John METHERL and his wife Donna,▼ Douglas▼ METHEREL and his wife Laurna, and Mitchell METHEREL. Lovingly▼ remembered by his twelve grandchildren. Dear brother of Arthur STEAD, Rosemary▼ GRAFF and Joyce and her husband Jim VOGEL. Fondly▼ remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased▼ by a daughter Kimberly METHEREL, his sister Grace NUHN and three brothers Robert, Nelson and Lorne. Friends may call at the Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home on Monday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. Rev. David STEAD officiating. Interment in Annan Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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METHEREL o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-13 published
PARLIAMENT, Lloyd George
Entered into rest peacefully at his home in Cannington on Tuesday, April 11, 2006, in his 89th year. Lloyd George PARLIAMENT was the beloved husband of Mary HESKETH for 60 years. Loving father of Dianne LEGGAT of Port Hope and Dawn and her husband Delbert METHEREL of Woodville. Dear Boppa of Corey and Jackie, Tamara and Brian, Christa and Scott, David, Adam and Rachel and Great-Boppa of Jacob, Cole, Abigail and Grace. Dearly remembered by one sister Yvonne PARLIAMENT of Edmonton and one brother Jim of Atherley. Predeceased by sister Anna BURNIE and brother Ray and infant siblings Dora, Lillian and Don. Friends are invited to call at the Thorne Funeral Home in Cannington on Friday, April 14th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial service in the Chapel on Saturday at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. As a remembrance, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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METHERL o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-05-15 published
STEAD, Wilbert▲ C.▲
Peacefully at the Grey Bruce Health Services in Owen Sound on Friday▲ evening May 12, 2006. In his 75th year, Wilbert C. STEAD, the loving husband of Helen STEAD (née MITCHELL.) Loving▲ father of Pauline and her husband Norman SUNDBORG, Paulette▲ and her husband Bernie PAPINEAU- COUTURE, Headley METHEREL, John METHERL and his wife Donna,▲ Douglas▲ METHEREL and his wife Laurna, and Mitchell METHEREL. Lovingly▲ remembered by his twelve grandchildren. Dear brother of Arthur STEAD, Rosemary▲ GRAFF and Joyce and her husband Jim VOGEL. Fondly▲ remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased▲ by a daughter Kimberly METHEREL, his sister Grace NUHN and three brothers Robert, Nelson and Lorne. Friends may call at the Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home on Monday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. Rev. David STEAD officiating. Interment in Annan Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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METHVEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-12-14 published
NEALE, Diana (née BALDWIN)
On Wednesday, December 13th, 2006 at Sunnybrook Hospital, in her 87th year, from complications arising from a fall. Loving wife of the late Arthur C. NEALE. Sister of Nancy PRESCOTT of Keeseville, N.Y. Loving mother of. John Baldwin NEALE (Jane HESS,) and the late David Arthur NEALE (Avalon.) Grandmother of David NEALE (Tracey METHVEN,) Stacia NEALE, and Sam NEALE. Aunt of Diana ZAIS (Greg) of Boston, Massachusetts, Susan DOUGLAS/DOUGLASS, Roy NEALE, Sally ELGAR, Joanne MILLS, and the late Roger B. PRESCOTT, III. Dear friend of Ann CLEMENTS. She had become a great-grandmother to Timothy NEALE on November 29, 2006. Diana, elder daughter of David Kilvert BALDWIN and Patricia Peck BALDWIN, born in Hamilton, Ontario, on October 2nd, 1920, was educated at King's Hall, Compton, Québec, made her début in 1938 at the St. Andrew's Ball, Montreal, and spent her early married life as the wife of an Royal Canadian Air Force officer during World War II, stationed at Alliford Bay, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia. She lived most of her life in Montreal, resided briefly in Keeseville, New York and spent the past 28 years in Toronto. To her family and Friends, she was loving, loyal, strong in the face of adversity, and very beautiful. The family would like to thank neurosurgeon Doctor Frederick VINCENT and the staff of the CRCU at Sunnybrook Hospital. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Saturday, December 16, 2006 for a service in the chapel at 3: 00 p.m. with a reception to follow. If desired, remembrances may be made to the Salvation Army, Territorial Headquarters, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto, Ontario M4P 1P4. Flowers gratefully declined.

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METHVEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-10 published
KOPELCHAK, Mary Ann
It is with great sadness that we announce Mom's death at the age of 64, peacefully at the Carpenter Hospice, Burlington on Sunday, January 8, 2006 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Loved wife of the late Elmer KOPELCHAK. Loved and admired by her sons, Glen and Steven, daughter-in-law Janet and grandchildren, Amy and Spencer. Cherished sister of John METHVEN (Donna) and family of Guelph. Our grateful thanks to many Friends and family who helped during Mom's lengthy illness and a special thank you to the caring staff and volunteers of the Carpenter Hospice whose compassion and tireless efforts will not be forgotten. A Memorial Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witnesses, 4025 Mainway, Burlington on Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 3 p.m. If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to The Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society or The Carpenter Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

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METHVEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-19 published
BADLAND, Arthur Frederick " Art"
(Retired from C.I.B.C.)
Passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2006, at Hillsdale Terrace, in his 87th year. Art was the loving husband of Muriel for 64 years. He will be fondly remembered by his daughters Ruth METHVEN (David) and Betty RICHARD (Roy,) and his grandchildren Lynn, Jeff, Shanna, Cory, Todd and Sara. Art will be sadly missed by his many great-grandchildren. Friends may call at Oshawa Funeral Service "Thornton Chapel", 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, April 21st from 2-4 p.m. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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METIZ o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-18 published
BEMISTER, Marie
Passed peacefully away on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 in her 61st year, with family by her side at Scarborough General Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. Formerly of Musgrave Harbour, Newfoundland, Marie was predeceased by her father Simeon BEMISTER, her mother Pearl Bemister TULK, sister Florence HAYWARD, brother-in-law Boyd HAYWARD and sister-in-law Irene BEMISTER. Leaving to mourn with precious memories are her loving husband Aubrey and 5 children: Tony (Barb) of Toronto, Ford of Toronto, Rocky (Judy) of St. John's, Newfoundland, Lee of Toronto and Jenny of England. Also lovingly remembered by her seven brothers: Elmore BEMISTER of Musgrave Harbour, Ronald BEMISTER (Emily) of Musgrave Harbour, Eldon BEMISTER (Hazel) of Musgrave Harbour, Wilbert BEMISTER (Jill) of Musgrave Harbour, Clarence BEMISTER (Dulcie) of Stratford, Ontario, Terry BEMISTER (Carol) of Saint John's and Aubrey BEMISTER of Saint John's; her four sisters: Maisie HAMMOND (Richard) of Mt. Pearl, Beulah METIZ (Mark) of Alberta, Maunda SKINNER (Dave) of Carmanville and Goldie BAIRD of Saint John's. She will be eternally missed and loved by her 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Also cherished by her many loving Friends in Newfoundland and Ontario. Flowers by request and donations can be made to the family. Sincere and special thanks go to Dr. RICHARDS and the nursing staff at Scarborough General Hospital. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of McDougall and Brown Funeral Home - Scarborough Chapel, 2900 Kingston Road (east of St. Clair Ave.) Visitation February 17 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m., February 18 and February 19 from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Funeral service February 20 at 1 p.m. Mailing address: 2040 Don Mills Road, Apt. 1008, North York, Ontario M3A 3R7.

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