Phyllis Dawley

A resident of Morrisburg for the past seven years, Richard Barkley passed away at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Monday, December 23, 2013.  He was 68.

Richard was born in Toy Hill at his grandparent’s home on September 10, 1945. He was the son of Ronald and Eileen Barkley (nee Newbury).  

Richard shared his childhood with his brothers, sisters and cousins growing up on Barkley road in Williamsburg Township. As a teenager he loved farm work, and he spent many hours helping neighbouring farmers, especially at harvest time.

Richard was a proud employee of Browns Foundry in Morrisburg, where he worked as a foreman and later as plant supervisor. When the business moved to Swanton Vermont, Richard and his family relocated and he continued to work for the Foundry until his retirement in 2003.  

Hardworking and handy, Richard excelled at just about everything he set his mind to.  He was a talented woodworker and an accomplished baker. Richard won first prize two years in a row at a local pie-baking contest.

Richard and Helen had many adventures together, which included travel and a variety of hobbies such as community work and visiting family and friends. Snowshoeing with friends was a new adventure they both enjoyed.

Richard loved his family, his surroundings and his friends. He had a big heart and will forever be in ours.

Richard was the beloved husband of Helen Laurin and the late Vallie Disheau.  

He is survived by his children Adam (Jerrie Jo) of Richford, Vermont, Terri Laurin and her puppy Lola of Ottawa and Angie (Jim) Tidman of Kingston. 

He was dear brother of Steven (Sue) of Morrisburg, Ruby (Carl) Van Allen of Williamsburg, Bobby (Anita) of Morrisburg, Sharon (Trevor) Easter of Iroquois and Brian (Janie) of Brazier Falls, New York.  

Richard will be fondly remembered by grandchildren Alison, Lacie, Tabor, Emily, Katie and Matthew. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.    

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Friday from 6-9 p.m.  Funeral service was held at the funeral home on Saturday, December 28th, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Norine Gullons officiating.  Interment followed at New Union Cemetery, Williamsburg. 

Pallbearers were Bob Kennedy, Brian Barkley, Barry Barkley, Tom Henderson, John Hamiaux and Don Taylor.  

Donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  

“Sometimes the best thing you can say about a guy is that he was a good man. Richard Barkley was a good man. He was a kind and gentle man with a big smile and a farmer’s handshake. He could fix or build you just about anything and then bake you a pie.  My family was very lucky to have him in our lives. He will be missed.”

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Emma Mustard (nee Hodgson) passed away peacefully at the Bayfield Manor, Kemptville, on Monday July 29, 2013. She was 81.

Emma was wife of the late Robert (Bob) Mustard, dear mother of Jim (Jan) Mustard and John (Debbie) Mustard, all of Iroquois. 

She was the cherished grandmother of Benjamin, Kristan, Robert, Shawn (Brooke) and Andrew, and great-grandmother of Michaela, Jayden, Taelyn, Quinnlan and Remington.

Sister to Freida Coughlar, and sister-in-law to Donelda Hodgson, Hilda Banford and Betty Thompson, Emma was predeceased by her brothers Stan, Harold, Charlie and Hepburn.

A longtime resident of Iroquois, Emma was born February 23, 1932. She was the daughter of Roy and Myrtle Hodgson (nee Droppo). Bob and Emma married in July of 1951.

Emma worked for Pyramid Paper Morrisburg, Caldwell Linen Mills Iroquois and RCA Prescott, where she retired from on April 1, 1977.

Emma loved garage sales, collecting dolls and cup and saucers, bingo, fishing, baking with her grandkids, watching television, country music, visiting and trips to “Timmies” with friends. 

Emma’s real passion in life was her children, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and children in general.

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December 15, 1932 – March 9, 2012

 “He has slipped the surly bonds of earth … and touched the face of God”

At rest in the arms of God, Jack was welcomed home at heaven’s gate on March 9, 2012. 

He leaves on earth the grieving and broken hearts of June (nee Mullin), his devoted wife of 57 years, and children John (Mary-Anne), Jo-Anne, Paul (Karen), Steven (Ann Bray), Ron (Lisa), Angela (Tony Gagnon), Janice Peters (Kevin), and Jerry (Tanya).  

Jack was the cherished grandpa and papa of Virginia, Allison, Ian, Adam, Shayne, Cassandra, Chris, Veronica, Jared, Martina, Jonah, Abigail, Kathryn, Aiden, Paige and Lily.  He was beloved great-grandpa to Aurora, Peyton, Ariannah and Marie-Eve and special step-grandpa to Ryan, Loxley, Brayden and Devyn. 

Jack will be grieved and dearly missed by brother Bill (Ruth), sister Joan Hewitt, sister-in-law Jan Gibson and many nieces and nephews.  

He was predeceased by parents Herb and Annie, brothers Reg and Bob, and granddaughters Christina and Cynthia.

Jack was a gentleman in every sense of the word and lived life to the fullest with integrity and honour.  His life was devoted to his sizable family and shared with a multitude of friends, all of whom will miss him deeply.  He was a man of many interests, a motorcyclist, custom framer, animal lover, innovator, Lion’s Club member, woodworker, camper and, above all, Jack enjoyed a lifelong passion for flying aircraft of any kind, big or small.   

Jack was employed by Ontario Hydro for 40 years as a lineman and customer serviceman, and spent many years as Divisional Chairperson for CUPE Local 1000. After his career with Hydro, Jack turned his considerable talents to volunteer work with Meals on Wheels, hobbies, and giving to others.  

As his health started to fail him, Jack’s quiet determination and “never give up” attitude carried him through, but unfortunately it could not conquer his final battle with liver cancer.  

He will be missed by all, but leaves many cherished memories.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Lions Club service was held on Tuesday evening at 6:45 p.m. 

Funeral Service was held at the Winchester Wesleyan Church on Wednesday, March 14th at 11 a.m., with Rev. Thurland Brown officiating.  Interment followed at Maple Ridge Cemetery, Chesterville.  

Pallbearers were John Gibson, Paul Gibson, Steven Gibson, Ron Gibson, Jerry Gibson, Tony Gagnon, Kevin Peters and Rob Horton.  

In memoriam donations to the Winchester Wesleyan Church Building Fund and the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.  

Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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