LECHTZIER
LECKER
LECKIE
LECOMTE
LECOURS
LECOURTOIS
LECHTZIER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-26 published
LECHTZIER,
Dorothy
Beatrice (née
HEARD)
Born
November 29, 1927 to Albert and Kathleen
HEARD, "
Bette"
grew up in Vancouver living the epitome of west coast life. She
attended Lord Kitchener Elementary, Lord Byng High and then University
of British Columbia where she joined the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority
and earned a B.A. (English).
Bette met Merton
(LECHTZIER) at a Vancouver Lawn Tennis Club
dance and, after converting to Judaism, married him on August
12, 1953 at Beth Israel Synagogue. The Tennis Club became a central
part of their lives both for sport and Friends and they were
active members there for over five decades. Mert and "Beebz"
(as she was affectionately known) moved to Shaughnessy in 1955 and
remained there for the next 40 years. They loved to travel and
spent many wonderful holidays with Friends in exotic destinations.
They were also great entertainers and hosts, and their home became
the venue of all manner of parties over the decades.
Though Bette was part of the Doctor Spock generation, she was also
a mother in the mould of Donna Reed. She was the purveyor of
the most wonderful comfort food (as we now know it) and had an
encyclopedic knowledge of how to make secondary meals out of
an original source reflecting the thrift of her leaner years.
She was also a resourceful epicurean, leaping at every opportunity
to retrieve fresh delicacies from the country, blackberries from
the lane or dandelion leaves from the shoulder of the highway.
Like Mert, Bette loved fashion but above that style. Her nose
for a good sale was legendary and she had a wonderful ability
to mix a modest wardrobe into something very chic. Bette was
also strongly independent and, as her motherly responsibilities
began to wane, pursued many projects on her own. To no one's
surprise greater than her husband, Bette became both a shrewd
investor and successful B&B proprietor.
Above all else, Bette was great fun; a hybrid personality of
(I Love) Lucy, Carol Burnett, Mary Tyler Moore and Marty Feldman.
She was a wonderful friend and neighbour and the source of wild
and wonderful antics and stories. Bette had an infectious laughter
which could permeate a room in an instant. She was a great dancer
(and loud singer), a wonderful raconteur, would mimic any person
at the drop of a hat, and a boundless source of old English rhymes.
She loved dark chocolate covered anything, liked to poke you
in the ribs after a minimal of prodding, and thought Michael
Caine, Gene Hackman and Gene Wilder were drop dead gorgeous (all
of them strangely having coifs like her husband). She was always
cold (especially the tip of her nose), could stick her tongue
out in more directions than most reptiles, and was a little tornado
of activity in the garden.
In the late 1990s, dementia took hold of Bette's personality,
twisted it and slowly robbed us of her unique laughter and charm.
However, even through this difficult period, Bette still managed
on occasion to emit a little twinkle from her eye and a merry
laugh to brighten a room. During often desperate years, Mert
was a loyal and loving companion and caregiver of unlimited capacity
who made any sacrifice for his beloved wife. Bette escaped her
torment and let go of life on April 10th at the age of 80 in
Vancouver. She has been, and will continue to be, sorely missed
by many and is irreplaceable.
Bette was predeceased by her beloved husband Merton in December 2006 and
is survived by her sister Sally
MIDWINTER
(James) of Ottawa
her three children, Matthew of London (England), Paul (Jennifer
DOLMAN) of Toronto, and Sally
RUTLEDGE
(Jeffrey) of Vancouver,
as well as six grandchildren; Sam, Adam and Emma
RUTLEDGE, and
Harris, Sasha, and Abby
LECHTZIER.
The family thanks Helen Combs for her loving care and devotion
to both our parents over five difficult years. Donations to the
Pacific Alzheimer's Research Foundation at www.parf.ca or 604-678-8138
are gratefully appreciated.
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LECKER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-06-16 published
ENGELS,
Jack
Peacefully in Montreal, after a brief illness, in his ninetieth
year on Saturday, June 14 2008. Loving husband of Sadye
KRAINER
for sixty-one years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Paula
ENGELS,
Trudy and Lawrence
CHERNIN. Most special Zee and Zaideh
of Emily LECKER;
Simon and Annalie
CHERNIN. Dear brother and
brother-in-law of Louis and the late Doris
ENGELBERG,
Chaim and
the late Evelyn
ENGELBERG,
Rita and the late Frank
ENGELS, the
late Harry and the late Rose
ENGELS, the late Sam and the late
Lois ENGELS and brother-in-law of Moe and the late Nettie
SMITH,
the late Ruth
KRAINER, the late Morris and the late Nancy
KRAINER.
He will be greatly missed by his family, nieces, nephews, many
Friends and the countless people whose lives he touched through
his years in business and his tireless devotion to the community.
Funeral service from Paperman and Sons, Montreal, 3888 Jean Talon
W. on Monday, June 16. Shiva at his home through Wednesday evening
June 18. In lieu of gifts or flowers donations may be made in
his memory to the Ben Weider Young Men's-Young Women's Health
Association (514) 737-6551.
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LECKIE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-15 published
LECKIE,
Robert
John "
Bob"
The family of Robert John (Bob) announce his passing on May 13,
2008 at a.m. and G.H. Goderich. Robert is survived by his wife
Marguerite. He was the proud father of five girls; Cathy
MASON
(husband Gerry,) Lucan, Ontario, Nola
MacKAY,
Freelton,
Ontario,
Laurie CRAIK (husband Richard,) London, Ontario, Elizabeth
CRAIK
(partner Guy,) London, Ontario, Diana
CRAIK (husband Arnaud,)
Anjour, Québec. Robert is also survived by eight grandchildren
and one great-grand_son. Predeceased by his parents John and Norah
LECKIE and his first wife
Kathleen
(Kaye 1984.) Robert served
in the Royal Canadian Navy, was a member of the Royal Canadian
Legion, Shriners and Masonic Lodge. There is no public visitation
or funeral service. A family service to be held at a later date.
Donations to the charity of your choice. Friends may sign the
book of condolences at www.mccallumpalla.ca
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LECKIE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-10 published
LECKIE,
W.
Merrill
Merrill passed away at his home at Maple Bay on January 05, 2008,
but his wonderful spirit and sense of humor will live on in the
hearts and minds of those he touched over the years.
Born in Vancouver, October 09, 1933, Merrill graduated from University
of British Columbia with degrees in Commerce and Law. He went
on to practice law in Vancouver for 42 years, during which time
he served as president of the British Columbia Branch Canadian
Bar Association, president of the British Columbia Arbitration and
Mediation Institute, and British Columbia president of the Council
for Canadian Unity. His interests were diverse and he served
as a director of the Doctor Sun Yat-sen Gardens, The Vancouver Bach
Choir and the Canadian Safety Council. Always proud of his Scottish
heritage Merrill was also a director of St. Andrews and Caledonian
Society of Vancouver and the Vancouver Burns Club and never missed
a chance to toast his beloved Robbie Burns with a 'wee dram'.
He was also active for some time in West Vancouver United Church.
In 1989, Merrill was appointed a Chartered Arbitrator and also
served as a Trade-mark agent and a Fellow of the Patent and Trade-mark
Institute of Canada.
Before retiring to Maple Bay on Vancouver Island he was awarded
the Louis St. Laurent Award of Excellence by the Canadian Bar
Association for his outstanding service. Upon retiring Merrill
was elected as president of the Cowichan Symphony Society from
2003 to 2007 and he and his board members worked tirelessly to
bring the music of the Victoria Symphony to the Cowichan Valley.
He was also a member of the Cowichan Harbours Commission.
A highlight of his career was serving for many years as a director
and secretary for the British Columbia Lions Football Club. The
Club has lost one of their greatest supporters.
Merrill is survived by his beloved partner, Karen
GRANT; his
brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Marilyn
LECKIE of West
Vancouver; his daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Gerry
O'HANDLEY
and granddaughter, Carmen of West Vancouver; his son Scott of
Toronto; daughter and son-in-law Aimee and Scott
LESAGE, and
children Jennifer, Tyler and Ashley of North Vancouver; and daughter,
Heather of Vancouver; as well as cousins, nieces, nephews and
their families.
A Memorial Service celebrating Merrill's life will be held in
West Vancouver United Church, Thursday, January 31st, 2008 at
11: 00 a.m. followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of
your choice. First Memorial Funeral Services, Duncan, B.C.. (250) 748-2134
Condolences may be sent to: www.firstmemorialfuneral.com
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LECKIE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-04 published
BLAXLEY,
Margaret
Ann
Peacefully at Del Manor, Glen Abbey Retirement Residence in Oakville,
on Tuesday April 1, 2008 in her 92nd year. Predeceased by her
beloved husband Ronald William
BLAXLEY (2003.) Dearly loved mother
of Carol BUSS and husband John, June
CHIPP and husband Bill,
Lynn BLAXLEY and husband John
LECKIE and Dorothy
DUNLOP and husband
Steve. Cherished grandmother of Jonathan, Stephen, Michael, Matthew,
Erin, Christopher, Geoffrey and her great-grandchildren Andrew,
Madeline and Graham. Predeceased by her brothers Maurice and
Alan. A private family service will take place in the chapel
of Little's Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 223 Main St. E.,
Cambridge, on Saturday April 5, 2008. As an expression of sympathy,
donations may be made to the Salvation Army or the charity of
your choice.
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LECKIE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-15 published
WARD-
LECKIE,
Bonnie (née
BALE)
Bonnie was a longtime resident of Hamilton, Burlington and Brampton.
Retired after many years of service at the City of Brampton Works
and Payroll Department. Loving Mother of Scott
LECKIE
(Sandy)
and Dianne
LECKIE
(Bill.)
Stepmother to David
WARD (Rachel,)
Geoff WARD
(Lynne) and Crystal
WARD. Cherished Grandmother of
Rob, Laura, Sam, Campbell, Chelsea and Damon. Close friend (Mom
Bonnie) to Cathy
WARD and Gerry
BARTON.
Beloved wife of the late
Bill LECKIE and the late David
WARD.
Bonnie will be remembered
by her many nieces and nephews, family and Friends. Friends and
family may be received at the Ward Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel,"
52 Main Street South (Hwy. 10), Brampton, on Sunday from 2-4 and
7-9 p.m. A celebration of Bonnie's life will take place at the
Ward Funeral Home on Monday (please call the funeral home for
service time, 905-451-2124). Donations to the Heart and Lung
Association and the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly
appreciated.
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LECOMTE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-13 published
VANTYGHEM.
Erik
Camiel
Peacefully after a couagous battle with cancer at Saint Thomas
Elgin
General
Hospital on Sunday, May 11, 2008. Erik Camiel
VANTYGHEM
of Aylmer in his 64th year. Eric was born in Gistel, Belgium
on October 17, 1944
son of the late Charles and Maria
LECOMTE)
VANTYGHEM. He came to Canada in 1969, was a resident of Aylmer
since 1990 and worked for many years as a brick layer. Eric is
an avid fisherman and enjoys the great outdoors. Beloved husband
of Ingrid
(HONGENAERT)
VANTYGHEM. Dear father of Maryke
VANTYGHEM
of Aylmer, Erika
McDONALD and husband Rick of Komoka and Vivian
SHWALUK and husband Chris of Ayr. Loving grandfather of Justin
and Emily McDONALD,
Katrina
SHWALUK and the late Curtis
SHWALUK.
Brother of Simone
VANTYGHEM, Fernand
VANTYGHEM and wife Monique,
Ben VANTYGHEM and wife
Louise,
Roland
VANTYGHEM and wife Sonja
and the late Theo
VANTYGHEM and companion Julianna
WERBROUCK.
Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Cremation has
taken place. Friends may call at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home,
Aylmer on Wednesday 7-9 p.m. Prayers Wednesday at 7: 00 p.m. A funeral
mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic
Church on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 11: 00 a.m. Father Gilbert
SIMARD, officiating. Donations to the Cancer Society would be
appreciated. Condolences can be made at kebbelfuneralhome.com
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LECOURS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-26 published
HALL,
John
L. (1929-2008)
Passed away on July 23rd, 2008 at Mount Sinai Hospital, Montreal,
following a brief illness. Beloved husband of 49 years of Yolende
(LECOURS,) cherished father to Suzanne (Christopher
LOSIER) and
Stephen (Sheryl
O'TOOLE.)
Wonderful, dearest Grampa to Kaitlyn.
Survived by his brother Fred (Daphne) and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents Anna and Henry F.
HALL and brother
Rad (Betty). A dedicated administrator, educator and volunteer
at Concordia University for over 40 years, through his career
he also served with the Canadian Officer Training Corps, volunteered
with the Montreal Personnel Association and the Young Men's Christian
Association, and will be missed by Friends, colleagues and students.
The family wishes to express deepest appreciation to all the
nurses, respiratory therapists, and physicians who cared for
John, with special thanks to Nathalie, Rathmony, Francine, Maryam,
Lucie, and Ivan from the Maisonneuve Rosemont Hospital home care
service for pulmonary patients, Marie from Mount Sinai and caregiver
Sandra for their extraordinary compassionate care. Visitation
on Monday, July 28 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and funeral service
Tuesday, July 29th at 11 a.m. at the Mount Royal Funeral Complex,
1297 Chemin de la Foret, Outremont, Quebec H2V 2P9, (514) 279-6540.
In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory may be made to
Concordia University - Henry F. Hall Scholarship, Concordia University,
Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations, 1455 de Maisonneuve
Boulevard West (FB-520), Montreal, Québec H3G 1M8 (514) 848-2424
ext. 8938.
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LECOURTOIS, Gertrude May (formerly
WILLIAMSON, née
CAMPBELL)
Of Guelph suddenly on Thursday February 21, 2008 at the LaPointe-Fisher
Nursing Home in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late John
Alexander WILLIAMSON (1964) and the late Gordon
LECOURTOIS (1993.)
Loving mother of Jerry and his wife
Jean
WILLIAMSON, JoAnn
DUNN
and Mary Jane and her husband Robert
JOHNSTONE.
Lovingly remembered
by 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces
and nephews. Dear sister of Bruce
CAMPBELL and sister-in-law
of Zetta CARTER and Dorothy
JEWELL.
She was predeceased by brother's
John and Alex
CAMPBELL and by sisters Helen
SIPLE and Etoile
STERLING.
Gertrude was a longtime resident of Saint Thomas and
had recently moved to Guelph. The Funeral Service was held on
Monday at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas.
Interment followed at the Elmdale Cemetery. Donations may be
made to the charity of one's choice through Williams Funeral
Home (519-631-0850).
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