Charles Creelman JAMES

JAMES, Charles (Charlie) Creelman - Proud Veteran of WWII - Peacefully, at the summer cottage on Knowlton Lake, early in the morning of Sunday, August 10, 2008. Charlie James, age 83, beloved husband of Elizabeth (Betty) Robertson, in their 60th year of marriage. Dear father of Susan Creasy (Tim Byrne) and David James. Affectionately known as 'Grandad' to his grandchildren, Rebecca Creasy (Aaron Buchner) and Jack Creasy. Dear brother of George Crossen James (the late Carolyn) and much loved uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Wilfred and Margaret James, son Michael James, son-in-law David Creasy, as well as his sister, Anne Louise James. Charlie joined the RCNVR, in late 1942, with his parents permission, at the age of 17 and a half years. He served on the frigate HMCS Jonquiere, based in Londonderry, Ireland, until the end of the war. Charlie and Betty were married in 1949. After completing his education, he joined the T. Eaton Company in Toronto and continued his career with them until his retirement in 1989. Throughout his lifetime, Charlie was very fond of nature and was an avid sports enthusiast, and he enjoyed downhill skiing, golf, curling and fishing. In respect of Charlie's wishes, cremation has taken place and inurnment will be in Cobourg Union Cemetery, at a later date. A memorial service will be held at ST. JOHN'S ANGLICAN CHURCH (41 Church Street) Kingston, on Monday, August 18 at 11:00 a.m., with Reverend Canon Christopher Doering officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the C.N.I.B. (Kingston Branch), 826 Princess Street, Kingston, On K7L 1G3, in Mr. James' memory. (Donations by cheque only please). 11197458