Obituary for
Denis Henry Jones
JONES, Dr. Denis H.
Dr. Denis Jones passed away at the Bayfield Manor, Kemptville on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the age of 91, surrounded by family who helped him find his way to the Big Sea. Beloved husband of Gwyneth Jones (née Jenkins). Loving father of Sian Jones, Mali Jones, Robert Jones and Gareth Jones (Kelly). Adored grandpa of Taylor Jones (Craig Morris), Brittany Jones (Roland Young), Emma Fulcomer, Catrin Fulcomer and also Seth Morris. Predeceased by his sister Dr. Brenda Parker. Dear uncle of Alison and Mary Parker, and great-uncle to Brendan Parker. A special thank you to Dr. Luong and all the staff of Bayfield Manor for their care and compassion.
He was many things to many people; his son Gareth perhaps put it most succinctly:
“For me and my siblings, he was a loving and supportive father who modelled what it meant to be a parent, a member of the community whose engagement made it better, and who showed us how passion and hard work could make a difference. To his grandchildren, a gentle presence who was always interested in what they were doing and always had time for them.
To my mom, a devoted husband and much more. To many in the area, a family doctor who worked hard to serve his patients and a driving force behind getting and keeping a hospital in Kemptville. He was also a lover of music and books, a smart ass, a great friend, had a wicked sense of humour (personal physician to the Archbishop of Canterbury–True story!) but was never cynical. And he liked to drive very fast! I will remember him for many things but what always stood out for me was his determination. Nothing stopped this man, not polio, not anything, certainly not speed limits or lakers on the St Lawrence!”
Family and friends are invited to visit the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Monday, March 4, 2019 from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. A Celebration of Dr. Jones’ Life will be held in the Kemptville Chapel Reception Centre on Tuesday from 11 am to 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial donations to Bayfield Manor Auxiliary.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Denis Henry
Jones 1927 2019..
Source:Hulse, Playfair & McGarry Inc
Décès pour la Ville: Kemptville, Province: Ontario