Peacefully at his residence on Saturday May 11, 2019 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Marina (née Kershaw) and loving father to Mark, Allison (David Merrow) and Lori Melanson. Proud grandfather of Zachary, Ryan and Matthew. Survived by his brother Michel (Late Denise), and predeceased by his brothers; Guy (late Colette) and Jean (Reina). Will be dearly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Sadly missed by his faithful dog Maggie.
Paisiblement à sa résidence le samedi 11 mai 2019 à l’âge de 81 ans. Il était l’époux bien-aimé de Marina (née Kershaw). Il laisse également ses enfants Mark, Allison (David Merrow) et Lori Melanson. Fier grand-papa de Zachary, Ryan et Matthew. Il laisse son frère Michel (feue Denise),et est prédécédé de ses frères; Guy (feue Colette) et Jean (Reina). Cher oncle de plusieurs neveux et nièces. Il sera grandement manqué par sa loyale chienne Maggie.
Friends are invited to gather at the Hall of Colours of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, On Thursday May 30th after 1 p.m. Interment will be held at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces at 2 p.m. followed by a Celebration of Jacques’s life and reception.
Parents et amis sont invités à se rassembler au Centre commémoratif national Beechwood, 280 av. Beechwood, Ottawa le jeudi 30 mai à compter de 13h. L’inhumation aura lieu au Cimetière militaire national des Forces canadiennes à 14h. suivie d’une réception.
In Memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hospice Care Ottawa – Ruddy Shenkman Hospice would be greatly appreciated.
Pour ceux qui le désirent, des dons à la Société canadienne du Cancer où à la Maison de soins palliatifs d’Ottawa - Hospice Ruddy Shenkman seraient grandement appréciés.
Digital Guestbook
Jim and Shirley McClary
Trudy and Jim Smith
He will be missed but not forgotten.
He will always be in your heart.❤
Christiane and Michel Gladu
Marina and family. We are very sad for your loss. Jim was a key member of the team and we enjoyed your presence socially. He will be missed.
Bernice and Glynn Bartlett
Marina, Mark, Allison and Lori, nothing we say can ease your sorrow. The precious memories of your husband/ father can never be taken from you. Hold onto those as they are infinite.
See you at the service tomorrow.
Gisèle & Philippe Leullier
Gisele & Philippe Leullier
Jun 02, 2019
It is very hard to express our sadness and especially wishes of courage to a special family at this moment of grief. He was our uncle and even though we have lost touch over the years, we remember him as a very handsome, polite, respectful and well mannered man who absolutely loved his family. Jean would talk to us about his mom's struggles and his brothers and through it all as they became strong individuals. You could see Jean's love and respect for Paulette, Guy, Jacques and Michel. When we first met Jacques and Marina it was for my baby shower and not long after Julie's christening in 1982 at Christmas time in Gatineau. My first thought was how much Philippe looked a little bit like Jacques (except for the mustache), thick hair, blue eyes and a great sense of humour. We remember him talking to us about his career in the military, the places he'd been and the beautiful scenery of Alberta. We had gone for a visit at your house in Kanata in 1985 so Paulette could meet her great-grand children, Julie and Eric. Our only regret is not to have visited more often when we were in Gatineau / Ottawa so we could've gotten to know more about your family. Jacques may be physically gone but through stories and memories of his childhood, his first date with Marina, his wedding, his career, the birth of his children and grand children, vacations, he will be remembered always. Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Gisèle & Philippe Leullier
Jim was so giving, loving and the best friend anyone could ever ask for. He was so considerate, accommodating, always agreeable to anything anytime with us. A true gentleman and we will certainly miss him forever. Really enjoyed our holidays together.