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Abdelmalek, John-Paul

OBITUARY JOHN-PAUL ABDELMALEK 1984-2010 Beloved son John-Paul Abdelmalek departed our world on March 3, 2010 to his heavenly abode where there is no suffering or pain. He will be tremendously missed by his father Nabil, mother Mervat, brother Peter, sister Merit-Ann, as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins and many loving friends. Family will receive condolences on Friday, March 5, 2010 from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Mark Coptic Church, 1510 Everett Street (corner Fabre). a funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 12 noon at the same church. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

ANDERSON, Hugh 1935 – 2010 Died peacefully in Montreal on March 3, 2010 at the age of seventy-four, after a short illness. Devoted father of Colin and Sarah. Beloved husband of the late Ena Lazarus. Predeceased by his parents George and Susannah of England. Brother of the late Winnie Bulmer (Joe) and George Anderson (Jean). Son-in-law of Miriam Lazarus (the late Saul). Brother-in-law of Michael Lazarus (Rosanne) and Mark Lazarus. He will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, cousins, colleagues and friends. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Mount Royal Funeral Complex 1297 Chemin d e la foret Outremont, Quebec H2V 2P9 (514) 279-6540. Donations may be made to Ena Lazarus Memorial Fund at the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Asselman, Dolores Hope

ASSELMAN, Dolores Hope May 4, 1927 – March 1, 2010 Passed away at the age of eighty-three after lengthy chronic illnesses. Partner of John (deceased). the daughter of Maurice T. Asselman (1899-1958) and Suffronia Mary Hester Grimm (1896-1990). Sister of Millicent M. Porteous. Aunt of John Richard, Mark (deceased), Susan, Bunny (Frances), Philip (deceased), Peter, and Samantha. Great-Aunt to Christopher, Sebastian and Casey Lee. our Aunt was a steadfast working woman (bookkeeper) her whole life which set an example for us that determined tenacity was one key to a fulfilling life. There will be no visitations or services. Published in the Montreal Gazette from 3/3/2010 – 3/5/2010

Bolton, Mary (Woronka)

BOLTON, Mary (nee Woronka) Peacefully on March 1, 2010, in her ninety-fifth year, our mother passed away. Beloved wife of the late CSM Charles Bolton (Black Watch RHR of Canada) and Mommy to Helen, Butch (Maureen), Bruce (Roberta) and Shirley (Bill). Nanny to Sandra (Tom), Donald (Miluska), David (Bev), Dawn, Sarah, Laura, Craig (Natasha), Mark and Bruce. Great-grandmother to Gabriella, Isabella, Jessica, Kayla and Kristen. Mommy and Daddy will be laid to rest together at the Field of Honor. a Memorial Service for our mother will be held on Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Church of St. Andrew & St. Paul, corner of Redpath and Sherbrooke St. West. Donations to the Black Watch of Canada Foundation, 2067 Bleury St. Montreal, Qc, H3A 2K2, would be greatly appreciated or a charity of your own choice. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

OBITUARY MARCEL H. CARON1919-2010Surrounded by his loved ones, H. Marcel Caron, OC, FCA, has passed away March 1, 2010 at the age of ninety. Beloved husband of Madeleine Dussault for more than sixty years, he was the father of the late Pierre (Sylvie Levesque), Michele (Ted Romer), Marie (Richard Biron), Francois (Suzanne Coupal), and Robert (Marie-France Legault), the grandfather of Olivier, Sascha, Loic, Alexandre, Mathieu, Frederique and Juliane and the brother of the late Pauline, the late Rolande and Denyse. He was a member of the Steering Committee of Clarkson Gordon, Chartered Accountants, partner of Woods Gordon, management councellor during fifteen years, principal partner at Caron, Belanger, Ernst & Young during ten years and, at his retirement, consultant for Ernst & Young during fifteen years, president of the executive committee of La Presse ltd., Publications J.T.C. Inc. and Gesca ltd. during ten years, and administrator of the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation and of Gentec Inc. He was elected President of the Order of Chartered Accountants of Quebec, the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Canadian Tax Foundation. He was founding president of the Opera du Quebec and of the Accounting Chair of the Ecole des Hautes Etudes Commerciales de Montreal. He was also professor at the Ecole, and member and President of the board of directors during a period of thirty years. He was President of the Student association of the University of Montreal, the Montreal Board of Trade, the Commerce magazine, the Laval-sur-le Lac Golf club, the Canada Committee (that became the Canadian Unity Council) and of the Advisory Committee of the Ministry of Revenue of the Province of Quebec. He was appointed Fellow of the Order of Chartered Accountants of Quebec and Ontario, received a Doctorate Honoris Causa of the University of Montreal, was nominated Officer of the Order of Canada, trustee of the Notre-Dame Basilica, fiduciary of the Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Cemetery during twenty-five years, Treasurer of the Cardinal Leger Foundation during ten years, Vice-president of the Clinical Research Institute of Montreal during fifteen years and finally, he was part of numerous Board of directors for corporations and community organizations. He was a memorable man who inspired respect, ethics, and integrity all his life. the family will welcome relatives and friends at : Centre funeraire Cote-des-Neiges 4525, Cote-des-Neiges, Montreal, 514-342-8000, dignitequebec.com on Monday, March 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. a ceremony will take place in the funeral home chapel at 4 p.m. in lieu of flowers, donations to the Clinical Research Institute of Montreal or to Diabete Quebec would be appreciated. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

CERVINEK, Karol at the Verdun Hospital, peacefully in his sleep Charlie passed away Wednesday March 3, 2010. Beloved husband of Majella Chartrand and the late Marie Poliseno. Daddy will always be missed by his children Millie, Linda, Terri (Gilles Belair), Barbara, Sheila, Charlie Jr, David, Richard, Shawn, his stepson Michel, his eleven grandchildren Christian, Michele, Eric, Vallerie, Martin, Matthew, Mark, Michaela, Cynthia, Christopher, Brandon, one great grandchild Jayden Noah Karol. his brother Joseph. Predeceased by his brothers Frank and Emil. Cremation has taken place. the family will receive condolences at J.F. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home 5784 Verdun Ave on Monday March 8 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. followed by a service in the chapel. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Guay, Charles Laurie

GUAY, Charles Laurie Born August 21, 1919, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2010 at ninety years of age. Loving husband to Rita and an affectionate father to his son Charles (Mary Ann) and daughter Jo-Ann (Charles). He will be sorely missed by his grandchildren Davis, Olivia, Jazz and Jody. He was a generous and gracious man and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Viewing to be held at JJ Cardinal, 2125 Rue Notre-Dame, Lachine, 514-639-1511 on Friday, March 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. Published in the Montreal Gazette from 3/4/2010 – 3/5/2010

Hlatky, Charles (Karoly)

OBITUARY CHARLES (KAROLY) HLATKY1922 – 2010 it is with great sadness we announce his peaceful passing on February 21, 2010, surrounded by his loving wife of fifty-three years Stephanie (Zirps), his niece Maria (de Bogyay-Sabov), his nephew Andrew de Bogyay and family friend Susan Stano. Charles was an employee of CBC International, first as producer/announcer of the Hungarian section, later as Manager of the Polish-Hungarian section. After his retirement in 1985 until 1991 he continued to be an outside- contributor of the Hungarian Section. Previously, he was editor of the Hungarian newspaper “Kanadai Magyarsag”, published in Toronto. his loving, charming and calm personality shall be greatly missed by his wife Stephanie, his sister Sarolta Bardos, his niece Anna Lukacsy (Gyorgy) and their families in Hungary, and his great-nieces, nephews and many friends in Canada, Hungary, Germany and Holland. He remains in our hearts forever. Services will be held on Saturday, the 6th of March 2010 at the Centre Funeraire Cote-des-Neiges, 4525 Ch. De la Cotes-de-Neiges, Montreal. H3V 1E7, 514-342-8000 at 3:30 p.m. the Family will receive condolences and visitation from 12 noon. in lieu of flowers, donations to your favorite charity would be appreciated. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Holding, Cyril a.

HOLDING, Cyril a. Passed away peacefully on March 4, 2010. a Service will be held on Saturday, March 6, at 1 p.m. at the Mount Royal Funeral Complex, 1297 chemin de la Foret, Outremont, H2V 2P9, 514-279-6540 Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Maxwell, Dorothy (Ryan)

MAXWELL, Dorothy (nee Ryan) Peacefully passed away on March 1, 2010 at the age of eighty-three. Beloved wife of the late John Hamilton Maxwell. Lovingly remembered by her sons John and Richard, grandsons Keith and Neil, and daughter-in-law Sue, as well as her surviving sister Margaret and many nieces and nephews. a memorial service and reception will take place at a later date. as an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Murphy, Mary (Bernard)

OBITUARY MARY MURPHY (BERNARD) Passed away Saturday, February 27, 2010 at St Margaret’s home at the age of eighty-four. Born May 21, 1926 in New Richmond, Quebec she was the daughter of Walter Murphy and Emily Cormier. she leaves behind sons, Jason Bernard of Montreal, Sean Bernard of Montreal, and Claude Bernard of Rhode Island. With three granddaughters, Alyse Bernard of Montreal, Carly Bernard and Grace Bernard of Rhode Island. Mary Murphy was the last of her siblings. Mary Murphy was very active in community work where gave over twenty-five years of volunteer service to Sun Youth. she was the second president and a founding member of the Sun Youth Seniors Club. Mary has joined her beloved daughter Lyse. she will live in our hearts until we meet again. Memorial Services will be March 16 from 2 to 4 at Sun Youth, 4251 Rue Saint Urbain, Montreal, QC H2W 1V6 Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Robinson, Helen Margaret (Bell)

ROBINSON, Helen Margaret (Bell) Died peacefully and surrounded by her family on March 4, 2010, in her eighty-sixth year. Beloved wife of Murray for sixty-one years. she leaves with loving memories three children – Anne (John), Ian (Terry) and Judy (Jaswant) – and her grandchildren Maggie, Rebecca, Christopher and Charles. she will be dearly missed by her nieces Jane, Laurie, and Alison, and her nephews Robin and Allan. Funeral will be held on Tuesday March 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Montreal West United Church, 88 Ballantyne Avenue North, Montreal. Reception will follow. Interment will be at the McPherson Cemetery, Georgeville, Quebec at a later date. Donations to the Canadian Celiac Association, 5170 Dixie Road, Suite 204, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 1E3 would be gratefully appreciated. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

ROSENTHAL, Carl on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, in the Dominican Republic. Carl battled his illness with great courage and strength for many years. Beloved son of Mickey and the late Ruth Rosenthal. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Gary and Sharon, Laurie and Gabriel. Wonderful uncle of Amanda and Jeff; Emily, Richard and Daniel. Great-uncle of Levi and Kyla, and treasured cousin of many. Sadly mourned by Sheila Labow and her family. Carl will be fondly remembered by his aunts, uncle, cousins and many friends here and in the Dominican Republic. his humour and kindness will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. the family is tremendously grateful to those who took such exceptional care of him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W. Burial at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 Ch. de la Foret, Outremont. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, (514) 849-7591. For date and time of service, please call (514) 733-7101. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Rudhar, Santosh Kumari (Kapila)

OBITUARY SANTOSH KUMARI RUDHAR (nee KAPILA) 1927-2010 Peacefully passed away at the Manoir Cartierville on March 4, 2010, at the age of eighty-three. Beloved wife of Pandit Ram Sarup Rudhar, survived by her sons Jasvinder Paul, Chander Shekhar and Charanjit Rudhar, her daughters Gurwinder Kaur and Kusam Rani, her ten grandchildren, her brothers Inder Kumar, Krishan Kumar and Madan Mohan Kapila and families. she was a very loving, caring and kind person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. Funeral service to be held on Saturday, March 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. in Rideau Funeral Home, 4275 Sources Blvd., Dollard-des-Ormeaux, 514-685-3344. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 3/5/2010

Spector, Gertrude (Schwartzbein)

SPECTOR, Gertrude (nee Schwartzbein) (1923-2010) Peacefully, on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Max Spector for sixty-six years. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Donald and Rosanne, and Norman. Cherished grandmother of Sean and Tamara Spector, Candice and Robbie Lang. Proud great-grandmother of Sarah and Maia Spector; Aiden and Avery Lang. dear sister and sister-in-law of Moishe and Sonia Schwartzbein, Laura and the late Hyman Schwartzbein, and the late Devorah Schwartzbein, and sister-in-law of Tommy and the late Ethel. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. West, on Friday, March 5 at 12 noon. Burial at the Chevra Kadisha Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva strictly private. Published in the Montreal Gazette from 3/4/2010 – 3/5/2010

STERN, Zal Peacefully and comfortably at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Dearly beloved husband of Barbara Gould for fifty-five years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Josh, Moss, Jeremy and David Stern, Erica and Itai Klein. Proud and adored Zaide of Jordan and Ali Stern; Dar Klein. Brother of the late Gershon and the late Avrum, and brother-in-law of Merle Stern, Lynda and the late Eric Gould. Sadly mourned and fondly remembered by his family and many friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, March 5 at 11 a.m. Burial at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 ch. de la Foret, Outremont. Shiva at 3 Westmount Square. Contributions in his memory may be made to Jewish Community of Greater Stowe (JCOGS) c/o Jewish Community Foundation, (514) 345-2645 ext.: 3305. Published in the Montreal Gazette from 3/4/2010 – 3/5/2010

Terzopoulos, Adamantia

TERZOPOULOS, Adamantia 1924 – 2010 a heart of gold stopped beating. our beautiful Mom passed away at the age of eighty-five. Predeceased by husband Nicholas. she will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by children Venus, Louis (Pota) and the love of her life grandson Nicolas. Her sister Afroditi and Gregory Vasilogianis, nephews James, Alex (Dora), Harry (Stacey), Fred. Her brothers Nick, George (Dimitra) Govostis, sister-in-law Barbara, and many other nieces and nephews. the family will receive condolences at Urgel Bourgie, 1255 Beaumont Ave, on Friday, March 5 from 3 to 9 p.m. the funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 6 at 9 a.m. at Evangelismos tis Theotokou, 777 Saint Roch. in lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Mommy we will miss you and your beautiful smile. R.I.P. Published in the Montreal Gazette from 3/4/2010 – 3/5/2010 • Funeral home info

Williams, Jeffrey Russel

OBITUARY Jeffrey Russel Williams 1931 – 2010 With great courage and strength Jeffery died peacefully on March 1, 2010. Most loved husband of Mary McEachran for over fifty years. dear Dad to Kevin (Johanne) and Margot (Lee), and much loved Papa Jeff to Dominique, Chloe, David and Nichole. Brother of Fran and Russel Williams. above all Jeffrey loved his family, children and grandchildren. He lived a full life and brought his good humour and helpful nature to all he knew and met. his friends were numerous and widespread and he successfully kept in touch with them over many years. his cheery positive attitude was his hallmark, helping him, and others, through difficult times. He will be missed by all who knew him, and particularly fondly remembered by his fellow squash players. Jeffrey loved all sports and excelled in many. He greatly enjoyed his many years of service as a volunteer in the Palliative Care Unit of the Montreal General Hospital. He will be remembered by all the staff as a cheerful dedicated man. the family wishes to thank this Unit and its remarkable staff and the Palliative Care Oncology Unit for their kindness, efficiency and compassionate care. a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 8, 2010 at Mount Royal Funeral Complex, 1297 Chemin de la Foret, Outremont. at the request of the family donations may be made to Montreal General Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care Unit, or the little Metis Presbyterian Church, c/o Timothy Powell, R.R. 5, Georgetown, Ontario, L7G 4S8. Published in the Montreal Gazette from 3/3/2010 – 3/5/2010

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