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21 | Friday, September 22, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com news ca l O b itu a rie s l O b itu a rie s l O b itu a rie s l O b itu a rie s l O b itu a rie s In Oakville, following a tough battle, on September 15, 2017 in his 93rd year, after an exciting and adventurous life. Born in Bristol, England on December 11, 1924, he was a proud "Bristol boy". The youngest of three children, he spent the war years in the Royal Air Force as a navigator/bomber and after the war attended University of Bristol where he studied Economics and French on an ex-serviceman's grant, proof of the benefits to society of free University education. He met the love of his life, Jean, on a blind date, and they married the following year. He joined the RAF again as an education officer, but in 1955 the couple and their two sons emigrated to Perth, Australia and Christ Church Grammar School where he taught French and introduced the game of Rugby. Always looking for adventure, the family, now with a daughter, immigrated to Montreal in 1961, returning to Canada, where he had fallen in love with the vastness o f the Canadian landscape in the Commonwealth Air Training Scheme with the RAF. The golden years of his career were spent at St. Andrew's College in Aurora, where he was a Housemaster and again introduced Rugby, coaching a number o f championship teams, at the same time completing a Master's in French at the University of Toronto; and at White Oaks Secondary School in Oakville, where he was Head of the French Department. While at St. Andrew's, he and Jean built a family cottage, and there on Weslemkoon Lake they entertained their family from around the world. In 1970-'71 he took a sabbatical to pursue doctoral studies at the University of Aix-en-Provence, focusing on Women in the Work of Emile Zola, while the family lived in France for a year, a wonderful life changing experience for all his children of which the repercussions are still being felt. Retirement was delayed as Courtney functioned best in a stimulating environment and loved the classroom. He taught part time until he was in his early 70's while sailing, travelling and reading extensively which made his life full. His personality cannot be summed up easily, but there is no doubt that his depression era boyhood and the war made all other challenges seem trivial. It made him determined, fearless and ready to seize the day. He was more than the sum of his many parts: a loving kind man who created life-long friendships; a man who believed in and demanded integrity and fair play; a tremendous athlete who could walk up and downstairs on his hands; a crossword "smith"; a wicked bridge player; an adventurer; a voracious reader whose knowledge of and insight into world events made him a fascinating conversationalist-yet a lover o f lame puns and ribald jokes to be repeated as we refreshed his whisky glass. He made us proud of being his children. He will be remembered - how could he be forgotten? If he had had a motto it would have been: "Life is lived well by those who live it full tilt. Mourn not long for me, but play on." And to him we say, as often he called out in appreciation of boys he coached and coached against - "Well played that man!" Predeceased by the love of his life and wife of 66 years, Jeanie Fraser Cameron Stoate and will be missed by all o f his family around the world, but especially by sons Christopher (Patti Harbman, who loved him as her own father), Timothy (Edwina), Jocelyn (Michael Trepanier), and his granddaughters Katharine, Sarah (Magnus Karlsson), Hayley and greatgranddaughter Mathilda, and Michael's children Andre, Nancy and Melissa and their children. A special thanks to his faithful and loving nephew Ian Hodge and his entire family, and our gratitude to his many caregivers. A Memorial Service will be held at Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville on Sunday, October 1st, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Halton Learning Foundation www.haltonlearningfoundation.ca. Please visit the Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com Courtney Stoate PRIMEAU, Mabel It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mabel Irene Primeau (nee Holland). She passed away quietly at her home of 52 years with her husband, David, by her side. Mabel's journey began September 10, 1932 in Thorold where she was born into a large family. She is survived by her adored brothers, Don, Bob, Jim, and Howard, and predeceased by Clifford, Marg, Betty, and Jack. A graduate of Elizabeth Arden Beauty school in Toronto, Mabel later worked at Potter & Shaw in St. Catharines. She married David Primeau in 1959 and moved shortly thereafter to Deep River. A lover of the great outdoors, Mabel never shied away from adventure and embraced all that northern Ontario had to offer. That included everything from hunting, camping, fishing and boating and doing it all while starting a family with the birth of her first born son Neal, and second son, Paul. In 1965, Mabel and David's journey took a new turn when they moved to Oakville adding two more young faces over the next decade with the birth o f her daughter Julie and son Jason. Mabel made a happy and loving home for her family that warmly welcomed many cherished friends and neighbours. Mabel touched the lives of everyone who fondly remembers her kindness, genuine smile, warmth, and gracious manner. With a gentle spirit, she was always willing to help those in need and was an active volunteer for the Oakville Fareshare food bank for many years. In later years, Mabel blossomed into a globetrotting traveller and embraced exploring the world with friends, new and old. Whether it was going to the top of Machu Picchu or going on safari in South Africa, she was always looking forward to her next adventure. Her lasting impact is felt by her husband David, son Neal (predeceased), Paul (Helen), Julie (Jim), and Jason (Jessie) and her cherished grandchildren Joslyn, Jane, Michael, and Joseph. For the many lives she touched, Mabel will be remembered fondly and missed greatly. A gathering with friends and family will be held on Sunday, September 24th from 2 - 4 p.m. at Kopriva Taylor Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Visit our guestbook through www.koprivataylor.com BEAULIEU, Ida (nee Simon) Peacefully on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at Sheridan Villa Nursing Home, Mississauga. Ida, beloved wife o f the late Rene. Loved mother o f Richard (Pauline), Dale (Margaret) and Jim (Karen). Sadly missed by nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Ida is one of seventeen children and is survived by her siblings Charlie, Erma, Elma and Ethel. A memorial service will be held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West (one block east o f Kerr 905-844-2600), Oakville on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 3 p.m. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be welcomed. Visit our guestbook through www.koprivataylor.com CASEY, Denise February 2, 1932 - September 18, 2017 Denise Mary Aileen Casey passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 18 after a long illness. Cherished wife of Gerald Casey, beloved mother of Sheila, Maureen, Colleen, Judy, John (Suzanne) o f California, and Sue (the late Mark Pogue) o f Beaconsfield, Quebec. She will be dearly missed by her nine devoted grandchildren, sister-in-law Bernice Casey, five nieces and nephews and many friends and relatives. Predeceased by brother Dr. Frank Conklin and his wife Margot of Ottawa and parents Alfred and Aileen Conklin of Welland, Ont. Denny graduated from Brescia College at Western University in 1954 and then taught high school and elementary school. She was a faithful parishioner o f St. Dominic's Church, Oakville, and a member o f the CWL for more than 50 years. Special thanks to Dr. Bob Gabriel and the caring nursing staff at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital for their kindness. Family and friends were received at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, on Thursday, September 21 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at St. Dominic's Roman Catholic Church, 2415 Rebecca St., Oakville on Friday, September 22 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Denny's memory may be made to the Canadian Lung Association or the Good Shepherd in Hamilton. Visit our guest book through www.koprivataylor.com ^ ^ B e a v e r. The Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. TULLOCH, Ralph, 90 Passed away peacefully with family by his side, on September 3, 2017. Ralph is survived by his beloved wife Lucille (Greey); children Andy (Pam), Sylvia, Gordon (Christine), and Don; grandchildren, great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends. He also leaves his very dear brother Alfred (Shirley), and cherished sisters Alice and Hazel (Floyd). He was predeceased by brothers Jackie, Gordon (Isabel) and George. Ralph loved people and was friendly, generous, and helpful to all. A memorial service to celebrate Ralph's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 23rd at Harvest Bible Chapel, 500 Great Lakes Blvd., Oakville. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ralph can be made to Carpenter Hospice, Burlington, or to a charity of your choice. l In M e m o ria m s LESLIE, William September 23, 2011 In loving memory husband and father. o f a beloved May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you'll hear; We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Always remembered, forever loved. Love, Joan and Family