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June
Graveside Service
2:00 pm
Friday, June 26, 2015
Rosebank Cemetery
288 Haley Road
Haley Station, Ontario, Canada
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Bill Cassidy posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, October 1, 2022
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I just found this obit when checking out Rosebank Cemetery. I have known Tony since about 1960 when Glen Belanger and I would trade comic books with Tony when he lived in the railroad shed in Anticosti. Later when I worked at Earl's Esso with Pat & Jay Burns I discovered that Tony used to help Jay with his triganonamy homework. Tony wS very strong and a hard worker. He could pickup a full barrel or railroad spikes and hold it over his head. He would made money digging holes for people by hand.When I worked at Dominion Store he would come every Friday and hang out in front of the cashiers making funny comments which we a laughed at. Rest in Peace Tony.
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Orla Lambert-Nickell lit a candle
Thursday, July 16, 2015
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Tony you and my Dad were such good friends and I grew up thinking you were my "Uncle Tony". I will miss you tremendously. If everyone could have a soul like yours the world would be a better place. Now Heaven is a better place. Thank you Tony for all the moments we had for I will treasure your memory.
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Orla Lambert-Nickell posted a condolence
Thursday, July 16, 2015
Going home to Renfrew will not be the same without seeing Tony. I remember our last visit at the hospital and you were as charming and sweet as ever. Say hello to Mom and Dad while you're up there Tony. You were a good man and dear friend to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing you. I will bake a pumpkin pie in your honour because I'll never forget that Thanksgiving when I stopped on main street and handed you two that had just been baked and your shy smile was all the thanks I needed. I will pray for you and I will truly miss you! Rest in Peace with the angels x0x0
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Kate Windle uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
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Tony travelled by bicycle all over Renfrew and Lanark Counties until his early eighties. He made friends where ever he went and times with him will be treasured by all. His quiet wisdom and his quick wit took him through good times and bad. His spirit will live on in those of us who loved him. God rest his soul.
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Carol lit a candle
Thursday, June 25, 2015
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I had the pleasure of caring for Tony through home care and enjoyed getting to know him....his wonderful character, stories of his adventures and his love for music. A gentle soul that always had a big smile and a genuine hello. You will be missed Tony....Rest in Peace my friend
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Larry Lepack posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
I will be coming to say Goodbye Tony. I am going to miss our trips back and forth from Ottawa and the interesting to say the least conversations.
I will always remember and be thankful for the items you picked up for me on your yard sale excursions.
Rest in Peace.
Larry
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cathy brash lit a candle
Friday, June 19, 2015
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i have known Tony since i was a small child, he was always friendly and quick to say hello. a familiar face to be missed by many ..
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Lloyd Bennett posted a condolence
Friday, June 19, 2015
R.I.P. Tony.
Tony will be remembered and missed by all who knew him.
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Kate Windle posted a condolence
Friday, June 19, 2015
Tony was a regular at Kate’s Barber Shop although he always cut his own hair at home. He would stop in each morning and have a chat while he waited for the library to open. He never asked for much and he seldom complained about anything. He lived a simple and very humble life and was a friend to all. His love for music and his tin whistles, had him borrowing my Irish drum from time to time, so he could record a drum beat, to go along with the whistles. He loved to travel and explore new territory and would bring photos of the wildlife he saw on his journey. Tony will remain in the hearts of many and I pray that he now rests in peace.
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sue cappel posted a condolence
Thursday, June 18, 2015
I will remember our talks when we met biking on the kp line. You will be remembered as an icon in Renfrew for me and my girls. The amazing gent who biked every day because it just felt right to do so. Rest the good rest Tony.
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Louise cloutier lit a candle
Thursday, June 18, 2015
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May god be with you Tony, remembering when you lived near me on June St. You have earned your wings. Rip to a man who never had a bad word for anyone
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Tracey Marki lit a candle
Thursday, June 18, 2015
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Poor ole,Tony.Sorry to hear this.
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Maureen posted a condolence
Thursday, June 18, 2015
A 'trusted friend' since my childhood- a man my father said I could always trust and go to if I found my self in trouble...Tony and his bicycle travelled the K & P regularly and he always would stop in at the Calabogie municipal office to pick up the latest tourism maps of the area; we'd 'catch up' on what was happening and where he had been recently 'on his bicycle'.
I will miss our visits Tony. Rest in peace my friend.
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Bob Schwartz posted a condolence
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Tony O'Brien's passing leaves a gap in the town of Renfrew where this man was liked and may I say respected by everyone who knew him. An extremely hard working man who would take on any job and give it his all. RIP Tony we that grew up knowing you have lots of great memories.
Bob Schwartz
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Debbie Brennan posted a condolence
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Tony may you be wrapped in the wings of angels I always enjoyed talking to you when you were riding your bike Your stories were absolutely amazing God bless you and you will be missed in the Ottawa Valley
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phil cloutier lit a candle
Thursday, June 18, 2015
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FATHER GIVE ANTHONY A COOL SET OF WINGS FOR A MAN WHO NEVER COMPLAINED ABOUT WHAT LIFE DELT HIM AMEN
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phil cloutier posted a condolence
Thursday, June 18, 2015
MR.O'BRIEN...you were a very kind man always said hello and was very quiet who listened more then he spoke he rode his bike everywhere here in renfrew wearing the newest in protective safety .smartly so, although he wasnt the fastest biker we all gave tony his share of the road and then some,a tall thin man who had a low tone of voice tony would always say hellooooo....mr obrien was a private man lived at the rotary home on francis and rotary streets..truly tony was an icon here and many of us will miss the old timer with his stories of digging graves using dinomite..the appitimy of life i shall miss you my old friend i hope to see you on the other side someday...phil c. RIP TONY,
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Susan St Michael posted a condolence
Thursday, June 18, 2015
RIP Tony you certainly were well known in the Ottawa valley.Your bicycle traveled many miles.Served you many times at Renfrew Metro.May you rest in peace now Tony !!
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Lona Dedo posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
I hadn't seen Tony for such a long time. It's sad to learn of his passing. (May you rest in peace, Tony with all the facts & knowledge you've hungered for be instantly yours).
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Jeff and Barb Scott posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Tony is one of Renfrew's very own , born , raised , worked and died ....RIP my dear old Friend ......God Bless You .....
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