Passed away peacefully with his wife Susan by his side after a courageous battle with dementia. Beloved father of David (Karen), Debbie (Vance), Angelique (Mitch), Tanya (deceased), Sherry (Jonathan) and loved by 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Born in Gananoque, Ontario, Jim joined the RCMP March 23rd,1960 and was posted to Powell River B.C. before being transferred to RCMP Headquarters in Ottawa to work in intelligence. While in Ottawa Jim graduated with a political science degree from Carleton University and was awarded the Senate medal for academic achievement. He joined the Canadian Security Intelligence Service upon its creation in 1984 ending his career in 1995 as Deputy Director Operations.
He was a voracious reader, keen golfer, jack of all trades and some of his hobbies included collecting stamps, coins, rock & minerals and working with his hands. Jim was a long-time member of Camelot Golf and Country club, and his love of travel took him to every corner of the world. He was a fountain of knowledge and had an opinion on just about everything. Jim was devoted to Susan, the love of his life, during 48 years of marriage. A bon vivant until the end, he cherished time with family and enjoyed life to the fullest. Jim will be sorely missed. The family wishes to express their thanks and gratitude to all the staff on 4C at Residence Saint-Louis for providing such excellent care of Jim.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Beechwood National Memorial center on Sunday April 23rd from 2pm-4pm with Words of Remembrance at 3pm. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Bruyère Foundation or the Dementia Society.
Digital Guestbook
Bruce McDonald & Lotta Harasym
Andre Gagnon
My sincere condolences to Susan and the Warren family. Jim was an exceptional individual and a true gentleman. His warm smile, witty banter and well reasoned opinions on any subject were the essence of the man. Camelot has indeed lost a loyal and cherished member. R.I.P. Jim !
Charlette and Leo Duguay
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Life is so short ..... another fine person has moved on. We mourn and eventually accept. Our thoughts are with you Susan, and your family during this difficult time.
Lorraine LeGrand Westfall
Dear Susan
We have wonderful memories of Jim.
Thomas and Philip enjoyed him as Juniors’ captain . They are joining us , David and I, to present to you and your family our sincere condolences.
I will see you at Camelot and share a glass ( or two) of wine and raise our glass to the wonderful man that was Jim.
Warmest regards, my friend.
Lorraine
Gerard Nina
Dear Susan and family
Lynne, myself and my Mom, Lyldya, were very sad to hear of Jim's passing. We'll keep very good memories of his joyful nature most recently of him dancing on St Patrick's Day. Your attention and kindness to all the residents of 4C were very well appreciated. May he rest in peace.
Dear Susan & Family, We were so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We have so many wonderful memories of both work and play over the many years. Unfortunately we are not in Ottawa at the moment and will not return until the end of April. So, sadly, we will miss Jim’s service on April 23. We look forward to seeing you, Susan, when we are home.