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Submitted by masterfunerald… on Tue, 12/28/2021 - 10:55:AM

S.SGT. GLENN JAMES MACPHAIL, RCMP, Retired

PEACEKEEPER
 

With heavy hearts the family of Glenn James MacPhail announces his peaceful passing at the Smiths  Falls Hospital on December 24, 2021 at the age of 75. Glenn was born in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on January 22, 1946.  Predeceased  by his parents Rena and Hinson Calabrese, his brother Joey and his grandson Scottie.  Glenn was the loving husband and best friend to his wife Karen.  He (Daddio) will be sadly missed by his two children, his daughter Jodi Empey, her husband Jeremy and his son Scott MacPhail, his wife Erika.  Grandad enjoyed travelling to sports, school events and graduations for his grandchildren Hayden and Allison MacPhail, Lyndsay and Sam Empey.  Also survived by his sister Jocelyn (Mark) of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, his brother Brent MacPhail of Sarasota, Florida, brother Brian Calabrese (Debbie), sister Beth Calabrese, both in Cape Breton.  He will be missed by many relatives and friends here and around the world.

Glenn's life was full.  He loved playing golf at The Lombard Golf Course,  played hockey with The Old Horsemen, and thoroughly enjoyed meeting his friends at Tim Hortons.  He was respected in his community and in the RCMP teaching and mentoring.  He served in several postings across Canada and peacekeeping  until he retired in 2000.  He continued peacekeeping missions around the world but his greatest personal accomplishment besides his children, was receiving his Masters  Degree in adult education at St. Francis Xavier University at the age of 68.  Glenn loved to talk and tell amazing stories, laugh and joke with his friends and family.

The family is most appreciative of the great care and respect given to Glenn and his family at the Smiths Falls Hospital.  The kindness shown by his nurses will never be forgotten.

Family and Friends are invited to a Memorial Service in the Sacred Space of Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Tuesday, January 4th at 1:00 p.m.. For those who cannot attend in person, registration for a livestreaming of the service can be found at https://foveo.stream/beechwood/Glenn-James-MacPhail-1641319200-50402.

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Wayne & Elizabeth Pilgrim

Very sad to hear the news of Glenn’s passing. Sincere condolences to Karen, Jodi, Scott, family and friends. Godspeed Glenn.

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Linda & Gary Bisonette

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, Dad and Grandpa- a wonderful man who never lost his ability to smile despite the circumstances- May your many wonderful memories sustain you at this most difficult time.

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Jean-Marc Desrochers

Sincere condolences karen and family. Good boss and friend. Tremendous good souvenirs from time at CPC, in Turkey and africa.

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Doug & Claire Husson

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and best friend. Glenn will sadly missed by all at our Tuesday morning breakfasts.

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Tony and Terry King

Karen and family
Our sincere condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.

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Graham Muir, RCMP ret'd

My heart-felt condolences to the MacPhail family. I came to know Glenn while posted at the Canadian Police College and went on to cross paths through service with the UN. He was Mounted Policeman of the old school - tough, steady in every respect, and always with that signature smile. While a police officer by vocation, Glenn's avocation was as an educator and mentor. He travelled the world to make good coppers better. He will be greatly missed among us.

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Peter Kope

Deepest sympathies Karen and family. Great memories playing golf, teaching at CPC, Pearson Peace Keeping Center during assignments in Egypt and Ethiopia and at Kingston Vet activities. You will be greatly missed by all

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Jack and Lucie Briscoe

Words, however kind, can’t possibly mend your heartache, but know that those of us who care deeply for you share your grief and wish you comfort and peace of mind. There is so much truth in the saying that once in every life, someone comes along and Lucie will be forever grateful that you all came into our lives so many years ago. Dearest Karen, Scott, Jodi, and families, be secure in the knowledge that your precious husband, a loving father and grandfather, brother and our dearest friend will live forever in our hearts and that he will conspicuous in his absence when tomorrow starts without him.
With much love, Jack and Lucie Briscoe

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Debbie Lewis

Karen and the family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Glenn was a special person and will be missed by all who knew him.

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I was saddened to hear of…

I was saddened to hear of Glen’s passing. My sincere condolences to the family. I met Glen in Toronto were we both served in the early 1980’s. He was warm and caring, a natural teacher and mentor.

Robert Davis, RCMP. Retired.

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