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23 · Wednesday, January 30, 2013 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries CHAFFEE, Jean Winnifred "Wynne" Passed away January 28, 2013, at the Oakville Trafalgar Hospital. Will be greatly missed by her husband Alan, and her children Anne (Michael), Tom (Shannon), Laurie, a n d D a v i d ( Ta m a r a ) . D e a r grandmother to Emily, Bennett, Morgan, Molly, Kina, and Del. A public visitation will be held Wednesday January 30, from 7-9 pm a t OA K V I E W F U N E R A L H O M E ( 5 6 Lakeshore Rd. W, Oakville- one block east of Kerr St.). A funeral service will be held on Thursday January 31 at 3 pm at the Church of the Epiphany (141 Bronte Rd, Oakville). Online condolences may be offered at www.oakviewfuneral.ca PISCHEL, Norman Alexander Passed away peacefully at the Ian Anderson House, Oakville on January 25th, 2013 at the age of 36, surrounded by his loving Family. Cherished son to Werner and Renate, and brother to Corina and Tom. Proud and loving Uncle to Bianca and Adriana. He was a childhood cancer survivor (brain tumour) at the age of 7, and who went on to be a thriving Oakville resident and active volunteer in the c o m m u n i t y. H e w a s a t a l e n t e d woodworker and always faced every life challenge with a positive smile and a "go with the flow" attitude. Unfortunately in the last year he had to bravely battle cancer once again and this time God had greater plans for him. The family wishes to thank the Rebounders Canada, Dr. Sarah St. James, and all the nurses and volunteers at the Ian Anderson House for all of their care and compassion. Friends will be received at a private Celebration of Life on Saturday February 2nd from 2 - 5 p.m. at the Pischel residence. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ian Anderson House or Rebounders Canada would be appreciated by the Family. Condolences may be entered in the guestbook at https://glenoaks.sharingmemories.ca /index.html WOOD, John Joseph (Jun 7, 1950 - Jan 23, 2013) Beloved husband of Debbie Daymond and dear father of Jason, Michael, Alan and Jenny. John was the son of Janet Macdonald and Joseph Wood, brother of Margaret Jarvis and Katherine Sykes, and valued son-in-law of Stewart and June Daymond. He was the much-loved brother-in-law of Peter Jarvis, Bryan Sykes, Gail Daymond & Glenn Piotrowski, Alan & Diane Daymond and Neil Daymond. He was a cherished uncle of David and Jennie Jarvis, Ben Sykes, Katie, Andrew, Amy, Kiri & William Piotrowski; Nick, Tom, and Senna Daymond. John was an Olympic athlete who won silver at the Montreal Olympics in 1976 making him the first Canadian Olympic medalist in canoeing since 1952. He won silver at the 1977 ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships with partner Gregg Smith and bronze in sailing at the 1979 Pan Am Games. John went on to build a career as a respected investment advisor and entrepreneur. He loved studying history and art, enjoyed music, and was a passionate advocate for "clean" athletic competition. In recent years he was happiest swinging the golf club with family and friends at The Toronto Golf Club and around the world. John was known and loved for his inquiring mind, his honesty, and his hard working, generous spirit. Amongst his pursuits were snowboarding in Whistler, surfing off of Vancouver Island, and driving well over the speed limit - but only ever crashing his car inside the garage. As a close friend said, "It was easy to love him; he was a truly sweet man, never had a negative moment with him, never quarrelled on the golf course -- but I think he owes me money from our last game -- just kidding." Family and friends are invited to celebrate John's extraordinary life at the Mississauga Canoe Club, 31 Front St., Port Credit, this Sat. Feb. 2, 2 - 5 p.m. Donations to CAMH or Canadian Canoe Association would be deeply appreciated. NELSON, Frederick Suddenly at his home on Sunday January 27, 2013. Fred was the devoted husband of Carol for over 51 years, and the loving and supportive Dad of the late Sandra Fournier (1999), Susan Rivers and Steven. Proud Poppy and Bo of M o n i q u e , B r i t t a n y, C o r i n n e , Tantawan, Prajanrt, and Pupha. Fred was a quiet man who valued family above all other things with animals running a close second. He was an employee of Oakville Transit for over 10 years. Friends and family will be received at the OAKVIEW FUNERAL HOME 56 Lakeshore Rd. W (1 block east of Kerr St.) on Thursday January 31, 2013 from 2 - 4 & 6 - 8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday February 1st 2013 in the Oakview Chapel with burial to follow at Glen Oaks Memorial Gardens. Donations to The War Amps would be appreciated by his family. Online c o n d o l e n c e s m a y b e o ff e r e d a t www.oakviewfuneral.ca COMPTON-SMITH, Doreen (Doris) (nee Shortt) Peacefully on Friday, January 25, 2013 at The Waterford Regency Care Residence, Oakville in her 95th y e a r. B e l o v e d w i f e o f t h e l a t e Clement John. Dear mother of Susan and her husband Greg Devenish of Vancouver and John and his wife Nikki of North Vancouver. Loved grandmother of Allison and Neil Devenish. According to Doreen's wishes cremation has taken place and a private service was held. The family would like to send a special thank you to the staff of the Waterford e s p e c i a l l y t h e Tr a f a l g a r a n d Sheridan wings for all their care and support. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com ROBERTSON, Kenneth Herbert 1927 - 2013 Dad passed away peacefully in the company of his family in Calgary, AB on Sunday, January 13, 2013. Kenneth is survived by his daughter and best friend Kathryn Christine (Dr. John V.M. McGrath and family), Calgary and favourite son Kenneth Scott Robertson, granddaughters Emily and Elaine as well as the mother of his children, Patricia Kathryn Robertson, all of Oakville, ON. He was predeceased by his parents and brother Donald George Robertson of NY, USA. Ken was a fellow who loved music, mechanics and sales during his lifetime and had been an inspiration to whomever he encountered. An accomplished pianist, he played at the Royal York Hotel in downtown Toronto. Home was Oakville after he and Patricia married for some 40 years. Dad owned Robertson's Esso Service on Lakeshore Road and was always there for a friend or neighbour in need. This generous spirit was a part of his life always. He loved laughter, practical jokes and anyone who had learned to "think for themselves". Dad was a constant support to his children. He often spoke of his father advising him that "laughter was the lubricant of life" and to this end he persisted with that amazing talent, in spite of his illness. In the latter years of Dad's life, he suffered with Parkinson's disease. Dad tested his disease to its absolute extreme. Everything required work and work he did every day of his life. His intellect could not be challenged. Great survival techniques, Dad, we are very proud! From Cradle to the Grave For all the things you'd do For everything you gave, We thank and applaud you. Cremation has already taken place. Funeral services will be held in Toronto, ON, at a future date. The family will accept condolences via e-mail to kathymc grath@shaw.ca if so desired. Donations may be made to Amnesty International www.amnesty.ca or to the charity of one's choice. You truly were one of the great men of our time! Arrangements in care of McINNIS & H O L L OWAY F U N E R A L H O M E S P a r k M e m o r i a l C h a p e l , 5 0 0 8 E L B O W DRIVE S.W. Calgary, AB, T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200. CROLL, James B.L. Jr. Peacefully on Thursday January 24, 2013 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, at age 94. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 70 years, Hilda. Jim is survived by his daughter Rosemary Moree (late Reno) and grandchildren Alexander Moree (Debbie) and Nicole Banfield (Greg). Also survived by his sister Jean and brother Robert. Predeceased by sister Mae and brother Stanley. He will be also missed by numerous nieces and nephews and his many friends he made throughout his life. Jim worked at many jobs in his lifetime. He was a mechanic for Kennedy Ford for many years until retirement, as well he was a projectionist for the old Odeon Theatre in downtown Oakville, following in his father's footsteps. Jim was a Past Master of Oakville Masonic 400, lifetime member of Scottish Rite, White Oaks Chapter, Knights of Templar and an amateur radio enthusiast. Born in Scotland, he moved with his family to Hamilton, then Oakville while still young. Jim was a lovely man who truly enjoyed meeting and talking to people. He always had a smile and always told people to "Have a good one". He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Visitation w i l l b e h e l d a t t h e KO P R I V A TAY L O R C O M M U N I T Y F U N E R A L H O M E , 6 4 L a k e s h o r e R d . W. , Oakville (1 block east of Kerr St., 905-844-2600) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral service 11:00 a.m. Thursday January 31, 2013 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville. Interment Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com IRWIN, David Entered into the presence of his Lord on January 26, 2013 at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Marilyn for 56 years. Much loved father of David (Joy), Jonathan (Sue), and Stephen (Dorianne). Loving papa to Diana (Kevin) Kinnett, Ian, Rebecca, Victoria and Cole. Survived by his brother Paul (Eunice) and his sister Ruth Sauer. A Memorial Service will be held at Harvest Bible Chapel, 500 Great Lakes Blvd., Oakville at 2 p.m. on Friday February 1, 2013. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to David and Jonathan Ministries (www.ubdavid.org) would be appreciated. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com To book your Lifenews ad call 905.632.4440 or email classified@haltonsearch.com NEW ARRIVALS 2012 January Madeleine Carol Mooradian born to Ara and Izolda Mooradian on January 2, 2012