Notice – CMAJ welcomes obituaries submitted within 60 days of a death. These should be no longer than 200 words, and colourful writing is encouraged. Send to Barbara Sibbald, barbara.sibbald@cma.ca; fax 613 565-2382.
Aikenhead, John F., Calgary; University of Alberta, 1943; ophthalmology; former consultant, Colonel Belcher, Holy Cross and Alberta Children's hospitals. Died Oct. 26, 2003, aged 85.
Arneaud, John D., Halifax; University of London (England), 1948; MRCPath, FRCPath; former chief, laboratory services, Camp Hill Hospital; assistant professor, pathology, Dalhousie University. Died Oct. 28, 2003, aged 86.
Boudreau, John F., Halifax; Dalhousie University, 1951; former courtesy staff, Victoria General, Halifax Infirmary, Grace Maternity and Halifax Civic hospitals and Izaak Walton Killam Hospital for Children. Died Oct. 18, 2003, aged 81; survived by is wife, Peggy, and 8 children. “Up to the time of his death he volunteered in pastoral care at QE II Health Sciences Centre.”
Carrier, Christina R., Dugald, Man.; University of Manitoba, 1982; family medicine; CCFP; former staff, St. Boniface General Hospital; lecturer, University of Manitoba, adjunct professor, Providence Theological Seminary. Died of cancer Oct. 17, 2003, aged 50; survived by her husband, Bill. “When she allowed herself free time, she enjoyed cross country skiing, snowshoeing, camping with Bill and their dogs.”
Clementi, Kenneth J., Medicine Hat, Alta.; University of London (England), 1940; MRCS(Eng.), LRCP(Lond.), MRSH, FRSH, MFCM, DPH; former staff, Medicine Hat General Hospital; director, Medicine Hat Health Unit; medical officer of health, Medicine Hat; assistant professor, University of Calgary. Died Oct. 12, 2003, aged 88; survived by his wife, Margaret, and 1 daughter. “He was a keen gardener and had many hobbies including making furniture.”
Cléroux, Alfred P., Mont-Royal (Qué.); Université de Montréal, 1947; endocrinologie; ancien membre du personnel de l'Hôtel-Dieu; professeur adjoint à l'Université de Montréal. Décédé le 24 octobre 2003, à l'âge de 81 ans.
Couper, W. Mason, Saint-Lambert, Que.; McGill University, 1933; general surgery; FRCS(Ed.), FRCSC; RCAMC, WW II; former staff, Royal Victoria and Queen Mary Veterans hospitals; senior consultant, St. Anne's Veterans Hospital; past president, Association of Surgeons, Quebec, and Defence Medical Association of Canada; senior member, CMA. Died Oct. 17, 2003, aged 97; survived by his daughter, Beverley. “His hobbies included oil painting, gourmet cooking and a life long love of cats. He was a founding member of the Canadian Cat Association.”
Dekker, A. Albert, Qualicum Beach, BC; University of Groningen (The Netherlands), 1949. Died Oct. 17, 2003, aged 77.
Johnston, Robert K., Shellbrook, Sask.; University of British Columbia, 1956; MCFP; former staff, Holy Family and Victoria Union hospitals; Workers' Compensation Board; senior member, CMA. Died of cancer Oct. 27, 2003, aged 74; survived by his wife, Marjorie, and 3 daughters.
Lewin, James A., Ottawa; Dalhousie University, 1951; radiology; FRCPC; Major, Korean War; former head, radiology, Cornwall General Hospital. Died Jan. 9, 2004, aged 86; survived by 6 children. His daughter Laura said, “He had a lifelong interest in studying and learning.”
Morton, Allan, Westmount, Que.; McGill University, 1943; neurology; former neurologist-in-chief, Reddy Memorial Hospital; associate neurologist, Jewish General Hospital; assistant professor, McGill University. Died Oct. 6, 2003, aged 83.
Roy, Chunilal, Vancouver; University of Calcutta (India), 1959; MRCPsy, FRCPC; former first medical director, Regional Psychiatric Centre; consulting psychiatrist, Langley Memorial, Surrey Memorial and Matsqui-Sumas Abbotsford hospitals; professor emeritus, University of British Columbia; president, World Assembly for Mental Health Society. Died Jan. 11, 2004; survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and 3 sons. “He founded the International Council of Prison Medical Services in 1977 and was author of the Oath of Athens, a code of conduct for physicians working in prisons. He received the Canadian Penitentiary Service Award and many international awards for his commitment to raising awareness of mental heath issues.”
Salmon, Peter A., Eugene, Ore.; University of Washington, 1955; general surgery; FACS, FRCSC; former staff, University of Alberta and Charles Camsell Provincial General hospitals; professor, University of Alberta. Died Oct. 11, 2003, aged 74.
Wong, Edgar D., Toronto; Queen's University, 1954; psychiatry; DABPN, CRCPC; former director, mental health, Department of Public Health, City Hall, Toronto. Died Oct. 12, 2003, aged 79.
Yandel, Michael W., Kelowna, BC; University of Toronto, 1956; orthopedic surgery; FRCSC; former staff, Kelowna General Hospital. Died Dec. 25, 2003, aged 74; survived by his wife, Linda, 6 children and 2 stepsons. “He is missed for his kindness and great sense of humour.”
Young, William J., Mississauga, Ont.; University of Glasgow (Scotland), 1957; former staff, family practice, Mississauga Hospital. Died Oct. 14, 2003, aged 71; survived by his wife, Sheila.