Douglas Alexander Millar

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MILLAR - Douglas ?Doug? Alexander of St. Thomas passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at the age of 60. Missed by siblings Lori Millar of Ottawa, Dan Millar (Judy) of Stratford, and Sharron Millar of Ottawa. Uncle to Chris Millar, Sean Millar, Stephen Hepburn and Alex Cavanagh, and Alexandria Hepburn-Sweet (Dan). Doug grew up in a small town east of Ottawa where he embraced the joys of country living and developed a love for animals. He worked as a millwright and was also a licensed auto mechanic. Arrangements entrusted to the Shawn Jackson Funeral Home 31 Elgin Street, St. Thomas (519-631-0570). A memorial service will be held at a later date. If desired, donations to St Thomas Elgin Food Bank or Animal Aide would be appreciated.

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MILLAR, Cecil Herbert (Sgt. Ret'd), CD, BA In University of Ottawa Heart Institute on August 9, 2011 at the age of 78. Son of the late Dorothy Millar (Lough) and Walter Millar. Loving father of Douglas, Lori, Dan (Judy) and Sharron, loving grandfather of Stephen Hepburn, Alexandria Hepburn, Christopher Millar and Sean Millar. Survived by his second wife, Cecile, and predeceased by his first wife, Joan. Beloved brother of Ken Millar (Yvette), Marjorie Sharpe, Gordon Millar, Boyd Millar (Linda), Marilyn Griffith (John) and Heather Tanner (Ivan). Predeceased by brothers Keith Millar (Ingrid), John Millar (Beverly) and sister, Shirley Barnett (Darryl). Beloved stepfather to Claire Thibault and Lionel Thibault (Diane) and step-grandfather to Daniel and Stephane. Mourned by many nieces and nephews and members of extended family. Born and raised in Cumberland, Ontario, on October 3, 1933, Cecil enjoyed a lengthy military career and served his country on foreign bases in Germany and in Canada, retiring in 1973. He graduated from the University of Ottawa in 1973 with a B.A. in History and Political Science. In addition to his chosen career as a soldier, Cecil was active in municipal politics and was the Fire Chief of Cumberland Volunteer Fire Department for many years. An athlete and sports enthusiast, he shared his passion for athletics as an official in local amateur sports. He was a member and Past President of the Royal Canadian Legion and a supporter of many charities including the Ottawa Humane Society, the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Terry Fox Foundation. Cecil and his wife Cecile displayed their passion for international travel, visiting many countries in recent years. They settled in Cardinal, Ontario, where they enjoyed gardening, ship-watching, and the company of friends and family in the comfort of their country home. He will be remembered as a caring man with a strong sense of family and community values and is mourned by many friends and co-workers. The family wishes to thank the dedicated medical staff at Brockville General Hospital, Kingston General Hospital and the University of Ottawa Heart Institute for their care and support during his final days. A Memorial service will be held at St. Andrew's United Church in Cumberland, Ontario on August 16th at 11:00 a.m. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Morrisburg on Sunday August 21st from 2-4 p.m. "I have slipped the surly bonds of earth and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings, Put out my hand and touched the face of God."

Birth:
Cumberland, Ontario

Cecil married Joan ?. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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MILLAR, Walter - Suddenly, at his home, Cumberland, Ont., Friday, April 14, 1967, Walter Millar, beloved husband of Dorothy Lough, in his 62nd year, dear father of Cecil, Kenny, Keith, John, Gordon, Boyd, Mrs. Arthur Sharp (Marjory) and Mrs. Darryl Barnett (Shirley), Marilyn, Heather. Resting at Theo. Brunet Funeral Home, Laurie Street, Rockland. Funeral notice later.

Birth:
Rockland, Ontario

Died:
Cumberland, Ontario

Walter married Dorothy Isabel Lough on 17 Mar 1933 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Dorothy (daughter of William John Lough and Annie Margaret Smith) was born on 24 Jul 1913 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; died on 23 Dec 1993 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Dale's Cemetery, Cumberland, Ottawa Municipality, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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MILLAR, Dorothy Isabel - Of Cumberland, in hospital on Thursday, December 23, 1993 at age 80. Dorothy Isabel Millar, nee Lough, beloved wife of the late Walter Millar. Dear mother of Cecil (Cecile) of Cardinal, Ken (Yvette) of Rockland, Marjory Sharp (predeceased by Art) of Rockland, Keith (Ingrid) of Cumberland, Shirley Barnett (Darryl) of Cumberland, Gordon of Cumberland, Boyd (Linda) of Cumberland, Marilyn Griffith (John) of Bearbrook, Heather Tanner (Ivan) of Vars. Predeceased by one son John (Beverly) of Cumberland, one sister Hattie, two brothers, Jim and George. Survived by one brother, John Lough. Will be sorely missed by 21 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Brunet Funeral Home, 2419 Laurier Street, Rockland, Sunday, 1 to 10 p.m. and Monday from 10 a.m. Funeral Monday, December 27, to St. Andrew's United Church, Cumberland for service at 2 p.m. Interment Dale's Cemetery, Cumberland. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Andrew's United Church, Cumberland or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Birth:
Cumberland Township, Ontario

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Married:
Cumberland Township, Ontario

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Birth:
Clarence Township, Ontario

Died:
Cumberland, Ontario

William married Annie Margaret Smith on 19 Nov 1894 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Annie was born on 19 Jun 1872 in Buckingham, Québec, Canada; died on 16 Dec 1961 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Dale's Cemetery, Cumberland, Ottawa Municipality, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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LOUGH, Mrs. Annie Margaret - At Cumberland, Ont., on Saturday, December 16, 1961. Annie Margaret Smith, widow of William John Lough, dear mother of Mrs. Walter Millar, Jim, John, George, sister of Miss Beatrice (Bea) Smith, Ottawa, Mrs. Ethel Surtees, Riverhurst, Sask., in her 88th year. Resting at Brunet Funeral Home, Main St., Rockland. Funeral service Monday at 2:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, Cumberland. Burial Dale's Cemetery.

Died:
Cumberland, Ontario

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Married:
Cumberland, Ontario