Passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 14, 2014 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of the late Ellen (nee Creagh). Loving father of Michael (Susan) and Patrick (Joanne). Much loved grandpa of Thomas, Rebecca, Samantha and Stephanie. Dear brother of Allan ( K Joan Ellis ). Private cremation. Memorial Service Saturday March 1, 11 a.m. at McEvoy-Shields Funeral 1411 Hunt Club Rd. The family wish to express a special thank you to the staff on the 5th floor of Saint Vincent's Hospital for their professional and compassionate care and the Rural Ottawa South Support Services (ROSSS) for providing support. In memoriam donations to rosss.ca would be appreciated.