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Ruoho, Agnes
February 04, 2003
Agnes Helen Ilona Ruoho (nee Hill), age 81 years, passed away at the Nipigon Memorial Hospital on February 3, 2003.
Born in Conneaut, Ohio, raised in Punnichy, Saskatchewan and Port Arthur Ontario, she then became a 60 year resident of Nipigon.
Agnes was predeceased by her parents, her husband Olavi, brothers Bill and Alex, and sister Miriam (Micki).
She is survived by sons James (Carol) and Larry (Donna), and daughter Wendy Ronaldson (Scott); grandchildren
Allison, Liisa, Stephanie, Peter, Jillian, and David; brother Ray Niskanen; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Arvo and Eila Ruoho, sister-in-law Toini Ruoho and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service for Agnes and Olavi will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2003 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Nipigon, Ontario.
In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
JOHANSSON
Together Again
On January 26, 2003 in Nanaimo B.C., with his children at his side, Kurt V. Johansson joined his wife Ritva (Rautia) who predeceased him on February 01, 1996.
Left to celebrate their lives are the children: Leena (Jerry) Freeborn, Jaana (Doug) Tellier, Saanichton B.C. Jukka (Nancy) Johansson Marathon Ontario and Tiina (Randy) Le Blanc, Squamish B.C. Their grandchildren: Tanja and Shawn Freeborn, Michael Tellier, Teresa and Melissa Johansson and Trevor and Erika Le Blanc.
A private family service of remembrance was held at Rathtrevor Beach in Parksville, B.C.
Rigby, David (Scotty)
February 04, 2003
David (Scotty) Charles Rigby age 77, resident of Grandview Lodge, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2003. He was born
in London, England on January 28, 1926 and was raised and educated in Gifford Scotland and then served in the British Navy. Scotty arrived in Canada in Nov.’48 and became a Canadian Citizen in 1954. He and Taimi Koski were married in 1954 and separated in 1961. On New Year’s Eve 1954, they and approximately 120 people traveled by train to Vancouver and then by boat to New Zealand to be employed by the Kaingaroa Logging Company in Murapara. Their daughter Holly was born
in New Zealand. Following their return to Canada, Scotty alternated between the logging industry and ironwork until his retirement. Poppy enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren Tessa and Steve, camping, fishing, dancing, talking with friends, good food and bingo. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #5 and IR Loc 759. He was predeceased by his parents Charles and Meg Rigby, brother Gordon and sisters Peg and Ellen. Scotty is survived by his daughter Holly Rigby, grandchildren Tessa and Steve, sister Isabella Hamilton and numerous nieces and nephews in England and Scotland. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 7, 2003 at Grandview Lodge Auditorium at 2:00 p.m.. Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated.
FLEMING, Joyce (Penny)
The family of the late Joyce Fleming sadly announce the passing of their mother, sister on Saturday, February 1, 2003 after a very long, but brave battle with diabetes.. Born in Fort William June 28, 1947, she was raised and educated locally. She worked various jobs, but was last employed by Beacon Hill Lodge/Versa Care Group. A job she truly enjoyed. Survived by daughter Patricia; son Steven; brothers Bill (Betty), Bob (Lori), Scott and Murray Fleming, all of Thunder Bay; sisters Lindsay of Saskatoon, Jackie (Dave Moir); niece Terry Lagimodiere and family, all of Thunder Bay; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Bill and Norah Fleming, sister Eileen in infancy, aunts, uncles and other relatives. In keeping with Penny’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held on Friday, February 7, 2003 at the West Thunder Community Centre, 915 South Edward Street, beginning at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Care Beyond Compare Campaign or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Tait, Johnnie
February 04, 2003
Mr. Johnnie Tait, age 52, passed away at McKellar Regional Hospital on February 3, 2003 after a lengthy illness. Born on May 26, 1950, he spent his early childhood growing up in his home community of Sachigo Lake as well as going out to other communities to attend school. Johnnie was very active throughout his life. Shortly after relocating to Thunder Bay he became a leader/pastor with the Thunder Bay Native Church in 1993. Most recently, he served as a school counsellor at D.F.C. High School for the last five years of his life. Before moving to Thunder Bay from his home community of Sachigo Lake due to his illness, he was involved in recreation as well as serving as a post master, a teacher and as a technician with Bell Canada. He enjoyed hunting, hockey, softball, singing, and praying. He was kind and considerate with people, especially with elders, and he was respected by his peers, community members and other people who came to know him. Johnny will be sadly missed by his wife Elizabeth, his children Marian Boyce ( Alex), Shaun (Iona), Shannon, Rachanne (Matt), Albert, his grandchildren Dylan and Tala, all of Thunder Bay and by his sisters Mariah Thunder and Esther McKay of Sachigo Lake, Emily Meekis of Sandy Lake, and his brothers George of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Abel and Titus of Sachigo Lake. Johnny was predeceased by his parents Paddy and Jemima, and by his brothers Cornelius and Colin, and sisters Linda and Mary. Internment took place at Sachigo Lake immediately following the service with relatives, friends and acquaintances attending.
Gordon Gerard Robitaille
January 12, 1948 - January 28, 2003
Funeral arrangements by Penetanguishene Funeral Home. Peacefully at the Penetanguishene Hospital on Tuesday, January 28, 2003 in his 56th year. Dear father of Chantelle Diaz of Barrie, Nicole Robitaille of Barrie, Gordon Robitaille Jr. of Thunder Bay and Justin Robitaille of Oromocto, N.B. Loving grandfather of Desire & Courtney McDuffie of Barrie. Dear brother of Sister Elaine Robitaille CSC of Haiti, Peg Beausoleil of Penetanguishene Brenda Boudreau of Trenton, Judy Michaud of Ottawa, John Robitaille of Scarborough, Bob Robitaille of Florida, Paul Robitaille of Belleville, Joe Robitaille of Tichborne and the late Hugh, Charles, Douglas, Joan-Elizabeth Robitaille and Angel Moreau. Predeceased by his parents Alric & Gertrude Robitaille. At his request no visitation or funeral service. Cremation. Memorial donations the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated and will be received by the Penetanguishene Funeral Home, 155 Main Street, Penetanguishene, L9M IL7. The family invites you to sign the “Book of Condolence at www.ObituariesToday.com If you wish to send flowers online please visit www.FlowersCanada.com
Rule, John Gordon
February 05, 2003
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of John, age 60, on February 4, 2003. Born and raised in Thunder Bay and he received his education here. He worked at Great Lakes Pulp and Paper Mill and the city, until he bought his own truck and started his own business. John is survived by his brothers and sisters Kenny, David, Denis, Christina, Blanche and Eleanor. His partner and friend Jessie, first love Geraldine Rule, sons Gordon, Greg (Dina), Grant (Heather), Debbie (Keith). He will be sadly missed by all his grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and his many friends. John was predeceased by his parents John and Mamie Rule, brothers Ronny, Gerald and Billy. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the St. Joseph’s Hospice Foundation would be appreciated. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date.
We love you Dad.
Netemegesic, Nick (Sonny)
February 05, 2003
Nick (Sonny) Netemegesic, age 72 of Gull Bay, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2003. He will be lovingly remembered by his children: Cecilia (Steve) Penagin, Victoria ( Albert) Anderson, Kathleen (Melvin) Shonias, Martina (Wally), Loretta (Al), Ramona (Carey), Clayton (Reena), his brother Phillip Netemegesic, his sister-in-laws Madaline King and Edna Wigwas and brother-in-law Peter Wigwas, and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many other relatives. Predeceased by his wife Theresa, October 24, 2001, 2 daughters, 1 son, 3 children in infancy. Visitation will be held in Gull Bay Wednesday and Thursday. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 7, 2003 at 2 p.m. at Gull Bay, officiated by Father Kroker.
Marek, George Thomas
February 05, 2003
George Thomas Marek passed away peacefully at Noric House in Vernon, BC on January 8th, 2003 at 82 years old. He is survived by his loving wife, Helen, daughter, Kathie Swift of Vernon and son, David of Smithers, BC, son-in-law, Gary, daughter-in-law, Cindy, grandchildren, Morgan, Ethan and Dylan and a sister and her family in the Czech Republic. In respecting George’s wishes, he was cremated and there will be no Funeral Service held.
Marek, long-time resident of Beardmore, was well known in northwestern Ontario for his contributions to boreal forest management. He was a field forester for the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources where, after arriving in Canada from Czechoslovakia in 1951 as a third generation forester, he started practising forestry with private industry. He received his Canadian citizenship papers in 1957 shortly after joining the provincial Department of Lands and Forests in Geraldton. He established some of the first plantations in northwestern Ontario at Tyrol and Limestone Lakes near Nipigon and Beardmore, which he continued to observe and learn from long after his early retirement from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Nipigon District in 1984. He served proudly for 27 years as a forester, often saying that he knew no higher calling than to be a “civil servant”, that is to serve the people. Marek’s retirement came after a very public battle in the early 1980s with the Ministry about forest practices in northern Ontario which led to a public discussion about needed improvements in forest management. Marek’s entire career was devoted to better management of northern forests, and he advocated the now commonly used term, “ecosystem management” as early as the 1960s. His work with scientists on black spruce ecosystem silviculture in the 1970s and 80s was a reflection of this approach and he was proud to share with Leo Vidlak, another Czech forester who practiced in northwestern Ontario, the title “pioneer of small area clearcut management.”
Marek felt a special bond with Aboriginal people in the area, having worked with them as treeplanters to establish the Tyrol and Limestone plantations and, in his retirement, working with the local communities of Ginoogaming and Rocky Bay First Nations on forest management issues, both on reserve and off. He also acted as a consultant to the Innu of Labrador when they began exploring the possibilities of assuming responsibility for forest management in their land claim area.
Marek was always generous about sharing his long years of field experience in Boreal ecology with foresters, environmentalists, ministers, scientists, students, academics, bureaucrats, journalists and anyone else who recognized his remarkable knowledge. He will be missed by the many people in northwestern Ontario whose lives and work he touched and influenced.
As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of George Marek may be sent to either the Ontario Professional Foresters Foundation (see OPFF at https://www.opfa.on.ca/index2.htm) which assists students in programs leading to their acceptance as Registered Professional Foresters in Ontario, 3-800 Yonge St., Innisfil ON L9S 1L5 or the George T. Marek Memorial Award which will be given to forestry students at Lakehead University who carry out research in keeping with Marek’s life’s work, c/o Development Office, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay ON P7B 5E1.
Coutts, Jim
February 06, 2003
Mr. Jim Coutts, age 74 years, passed away peacefully at home in Atikokan, Ontario on Tuesday, February 05, 2003. Jim was born
in Unity, Saskatchewan and came to Thunder Bay in 1948. Jim retired as a carpenter from the Lakehead Psychiatric Hospital in 1988, after 20 years and moved to Atikokan in 1989 to enjoy his retirement with his son and family. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. During his life, Jim was an avid curler and cribbage player and loved to follow baseball and curling on television. Jim enjoyed coming out to watch his grandsons play hockey and baseball. He is survived by his son Scott (Diana), grandchildren Doug and Angus and brother Art (Connie) of Saskatchewan. Funeral services will be offered at Blake Funeral Chapel on Friday, February 07, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Randy Boyd of Trinity United Church officiating. Memorial donations to the Atikokan General Hospital would be appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of Jim Coutts in the Blake Funeral Chapel Memorial Grove. Annual Dedication service Sunday, June 27, 2004
Gall, Sheila Alfredia
February 06, 2003
Sheila Alfredia Gall passed away suddenly at the Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, January 25, 2003 at the age of 71 years. Sheila is survived by daughters Margaret (Henry) Ottevanger of Brampton, ON.and Patricia (Trish) Gall of Winnipeg, grandchildren Sara (Jeff) Turner and Hendrik (Stephanie) Ottevanger, sisters Kathy Riley of Penticton, B.C. and Alana (Stan) Gilbert of Thunder Bay, ON. as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. Sheila was predeceased by her parents Abraham and Alfredia (Toots) Vance. Sheila was born
in Port Arthur on March 15, 1931, where she attended Prospect and Hillcrest Schools. She served in the Canadian Army Reserves from 1960 to 1968 in the Medical Corp. In her 40's she attended the College of Nurses of Ontario, where she obtained her Registered Nursing Assistants Training. She worked at St. Joseph's Hospital in Thunder Bay for a number of years. After attending Confederation College in Thunder Bay, she moved to Winnipeg, MB. where she resided and worked for many years. A celebration of her life was held at Leatherdale Gardiner Funeral Chapel in Winnipeg on Wednesday, January 29, 2003, followed by cremation. Reception followed at the home of her daughter Trish. Attending from out of town were Kathy Riley of Penticton, B.C. and Marge and Henry Ottevanger of Brampton, ON. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of MB., Suite 200-6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 0K6.
Jetten, John
February 06, 2003
John William Jetten
Mr. Jetten passed away unexpectedly at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto, on February 3rd. A loving and devoted father to Derek of Thunder Bay and Denise of Toronto, Mr. Jetten also adored and spent much of his leisure time with his sister Blanche in Thunder Bay. Born in Port Arthur, the son of the late William and Frances Jetten, he lived on Ontario Street during his childhood, and attended Cornwall Public and Hillcrest Technical Schools. He joined the Air Force as a young man and worked in Manitoba and Ontario during World War II. Upon his retirement from his profession as an employment counselor, thirty-three years after joining Canada Employment Centre, he avidly pursued several of his favourite interests including inventing, woodworking, and framing and marketing the artwork of his beloved wife, Doreen who pre-deceased him in 1995. Mr. Jetten was a mason and Shriner, who worked tirelessly at their circuses to raise money for the Shriner's Hospital. Local hockey, soccer and other sporting events were also pastimes that he particularly enjoyed sharing with his son. He will be greatly missed by friends and family throughout the world.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of John William Jetten, of Thunder Bay, will be held at St. John The Evangelist Anglican Church (Pearl Street) at 10:00 am on Monday, February 10, 2003 with the Reverend Paul Walmsley officiating. A private family internment will be held later in 2003. Should friends desire, donations to The Northern Heart Research Foundation or the Shriner's Children's Hospital would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Sargent and Son Funeral Home 21 N. Court Street. On-line condolences may be made at www.sargentandson.com.
Beaney, Allan
November 13, 2002
The family sadly announces the passing of their husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, on Tuesday, November 12, 2002. Born in North Halling, Kent, England on April 10, 1934. Allan came to Canada with his family at the age of four. He attended Flint School (O’Connor Twp.), Cornwall St. School, PACI, FWCI and Lakehead University. Raised in the Anglican faith. In June of 1953 he married his life-long partner, Dorothy (Fleming). In his younger years, he worked various jobs before taking a position at the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre, followed by teaching Law and Security at Con. College. In 1972, together with his wife and family, he began operating the Cascades Restaurant in Kakabeka Falls. Allan enjoyed good books, good conversation, crosswords, English soccer, and his favourite pastime - gardening. Most of all, Allan loved taking his fall trips with Dorothy, back to England. Allan did not enjoy cold, windy weather. Survived by Dorothy. Daughter Debby and husband Pat Silvaggio and their family, Laura (Marc) Merilainen, Peter, Bridget, Andrew (Amy), Jesse, and Dominic. Son David and wife Lorie and their children Donald and Lisa. Son James. Daughter Lorri and husband Norman Ahola and their children Jillian, Adam and Mallory. Son Thomas and wife Karen and their children Paulina and Elizabeth. Great-grandsons Fox and Cole Merilainen. Brother Fred (Dorothy) of B.C. and their family. Brother-in-law Herb Sovereign and his family. Aunt Amy Harris and Aunt Lou Roads of England. Aunt Irene Austin and her family of Winnipeg. Uncle Tom (Budd) Beaney of B.C. Uncle Arthur (Evelyn) Cronk of T. Bay. Sisters-in-law Pearl (Elmer) Turk and Mary Stec. Also numerous other relatives in Canada, England, and Australia. Predeceased by his parents, James and Lily Beaney; sister Irene Sovereign; father-in-law William Fleming; brother and sister-in-law Bill and Norah Fleming; and brother-in-law Tom Stec. Respecting Allan’s wishes, there will be no service. Dorothy wishes to thank family friend and physician, Dr. Alfred Lower; Dr. Masood; Dr. Affleck; and Dr. Mitchell for her special care. Thanks to Arie Grootenboer; the First Response Team; Ambulance Staff; McKellar emergency staff, and the nurses on 4 South. Grandson Peter Silvaggio for the creation of the Urn for Grandpa.
