Thomas Donald Albert "Don" Crampton

January 27, 1943 – February 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don on February 22, 2025, after a long struggle with lung disease. He passed away peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family, at the age of 82.

Don was the beloved husband of Joan for over 43 years. Father of Tyler (Chantel) and their children Carys and Tyce; Bonnie (Mike) and their children Thomas and James; Garfield and his children Jade and Eric; and Albert.

He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Heather (Brian), Bill (Judi), Anne (Dave), Joe (Lorraine), Jamie, and Dan (Janet), as well as by his sisters-in-law Francine and June, and his brother-in-law David.

Don was predeceased by his parents Garfield and Isabel Crampton, his brother John, and brothers-in-law Brian Costello and Dan Morrow. He will be fondly remembered by his 37 nieces and nephews, especially Sarah, Jenny, and Hannah, as well as his extended family, neighbors, and friends.

Don served in the Navy at a young age and was honored as "Captain of the Day," being the youngest sailor on the ship at 17. He worked for the railway, Leigh Instruments, and served as Head of Housekeeping at Rideau Regional, retiring at the age of 53.

In retirement, Don focused on expanding his Pedigree of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, selling 44 pups across Canada and as far as Alaska and California. He was highly respected in the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of Canada and won many awards over the years.

Don loved supporting his family at soccer games and other events and was affectionately known as "Uncle Don" to many. His smile, sense of humor, kindness, and warm hugs will be deeply missed.

A special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Carleton Place Hospital and the Bayshore Home Care team for their compassionate care.

Memorial donations may be made to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Lung Association.

Celebration of Life:

Legion Branch 192, Capt. A. Roy Brown Branch

177 George Street, Carleton Place

Sunday, March 16, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

William "Tom" Thomas Martin

November 10, 1951 - February 8, 2025

With family by his side at the Carleton Place Hospital, Tom passed away peacefully after a long, courageous health battle...

As per his wishes, there will be no service.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Barker Funeral Home.

Shirley Power

January 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Power, aged 89, on January 18th, 2025. Shirley, a devoted mother and cherished Nanny, will be deeply missed by her family, including her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren...

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Barker Funeral Home.

Sheila Davis

December 19, 2024

Davis (née Gurr), Sheila. Released from her emotional and physical battle with Parkinson’s Disease on December 19, 2024.
Reunited with her best friend, globe-trotting buddy, devoted caretaker, and husband Andy.

Sheila is the definition of a warrior; smart, sassy, and strong-willed, she continued to work full-time through cancer treatments and Parkinson’s until retirement,
never allowing her medical conditions to define her and always carrying on with life as best she could, enjoying travel and family to the fullest.

She leaves behind her loving daughter Sara, devoted son-in-law Chris Potts, and cherished grandchildren Ayla and Aiden Potts.
We will always carry you in our hearts and treasure the wonderful memories you created with us.

Sheila also leaves behind her loving brothers and sisters Jim, John, Bob, Bill, Tom, Lynn, Lee, Ron, Cathy, Ted, and their spouses, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Billy and Dilly (Maureen) provided enormous support and love for our family during the most trying time of our lives, taking time from their own family to come and stay in Ottawa
for weeks at a time, cooking meals, cleaning, providing taxi service, and supporting us through difficult appointments.

Special thanks to dear friends Ronette, Ann, Diane, and Gilles for your unconditional love and support.
A very special thank you to Kevin P. of The Ottawa Hospital for helping us navigate the healthcare system over the last eighteen months and ensuring our family was treated like loved ones.
Your support and care have been invaluable to our family.

My paddle’s keen and bright, flashing like silver, follow the wild goose flight, dip dip and swing.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Sheila Davis, please visit our floral store.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Barker Funeral Home.

Richard Berthelot

May 29, 1949 – December 3, 2024

BERTHELOT, Richard
Richard Berthelot, of Clayton, Ontario, passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on December 3, 2024, at the age of 75, after an ATV accident resulting in a severe head injury. His last hours were spent in the company of his family, who held his hand through this transition.

He is survived by his wife Margot, his children Tanya Berthelot, Josée Clément (husband David), and Lucas; his grandchildren Joël Clément (wife Avery) and Danika Clément; and his brothers and sisters Gerry, Paulette “Fille de la Sagesse,” Joseph (wife Lise), and Gaston (wife Pauline). Richard, being the youngest of thirteen children, had many nieces and nephews as well as a surviving sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Pauline Berthelot and David Armstrong.

He is predeceased by his parents Joseph Berthelot and Dorinda Berthelot (née Quenneville); his siblings Adélard Berthelot, Gilberte Serré, Marguerite “Margot” Lanois, Marthe Bélanger, Ulric “Rickie” Berthelot, Jacques Berthelot, Guy Berthelot, and Gisèle Armstrong; and his loving first wife, Gracia Lemire, mother to his three children.

Richard lived ‘larger than life,’ and his exit, although accidental, was keeping with his style. He spent his last day outside, with his dear friend Scotty, knocking down a tree and sitting around a big bonfire sipping rye and Pepsi, as nature unfolded around them. Richard’s life ended suddenly and unexpectedly, but we are grateful that he did not suffer.

Richard was ‘on loan to us.’ We feel eternally blessed to have experienced life in his presence.

A Celebration of Life will be held for him in the Spring, when the strawberries ripen.

Persons wishing to make donations in his memory may give to the Civic Hospital of Ontario, which lovingly cradled him in his last hours. We are grateful to his intensive care nurses – Yousef and Mike – who were exemplary in their vigil over him in his last hours.

Dad – We will forever miss you! Je t’aime le plus, I love you more, Te quiero más!!!

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Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Barker Funeral Home.

Alvin Timmons

December 11, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert “Alvin” Timmons, 67, of Ottawa, on December 11, 2024, after a brief illness with Glioblastoma.

Alvin was a remarkable partner, step-father, son, brother, and friend whose generosity and optimism brightened every life he touched. He is survived by his devoted partner, Lynda, and their pup Mia. He will be deeply missed by his cherished stepchildren Lisa (Don), Lori (Dave), and Michelle (Phil). He was a beloved “Pops” to 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents Bob and Ann Timmons and brother Gerry, Alvin will be forever remembered by his siblings, Marilyn (Allan), Doug (Wendy), Fred, Kevin, and their families.

In lieu of flowers and according to his wishes, please consider honoring Alvin’s memory by sharing your stories and reflections or making a donation to Bruyere Health St-Vincent Hospital in Ottawa, ON.

A special thank you to the nurses and doctors of 5D Palliative Care at Bruyere Health St-Vincent Hospital.

Alvin touched the lives of so many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Celebration of Life: A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Riverside Pub, 3673 Riverside Dr., Ottawa, ON, K1V 1G8.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Alvin Timmons, please visit our floral store.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Barker Funeral Home.

Marion MacRae

1932 - November 11, 2024

Marion Arthur Ireland Watt MacRae was called home to the Lord on November 11, 2024, at the age of 92. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, whose faith, warmth, and passion for life touched all who knew her.

Marion was the beloved sister of Agnes and cherished mother to Agnes (Steven) and Donald (Bonnie). She was a devoted grandmother to Elizabeth, Jenna (Robert), Eric (Robyn), Emily (Stanton), Katie (Kai), Amber (Jeral), and David, and a proud great-grandmother to 13 great-grandchildren. Marion was predeceased by her husband, William McKeegan MacRae, and her daughter, Agnes Drury.

She will be missed by many but will always be remembered for her unwavering love of family, her deep faith, and her many talents and passions, including singing, baking, knitting, and her beloved collection of teddy bears.

In memory of Marion, flowers may be sent to the family, or trees may be planted as a lasting tribute to her life and legacy. Please visit the floral store for more details.