Obituary of Basil Charles Mottram

BASIL CHARLES MOTTRAM It is with great sadness our family announces the sudden passing of Baz, on Saturday, March 12, 2005, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 84. Baz is survived by his wife of 62 years Betty, his sons and their wives, Doug and Heather, and Jim and Morag, and by his grandsons Brendan and Adrian. Baz worked as a Customs Broker from 1937 until his retirement in 1996, finishing his career as President of Bertram and Cumming Limited. He served his country during WW II as a member of the Royal Canadian Artillery with the then secret Radar Surveillance Units. "Buzz" will be remembered by his family and friends as a gentle beekeeper, a consummate carpenter, a gifted artist and a tireless punster. All who knew him were touched by his quiet thoughtfulness and kindness. His deep love and affection for his family will be greatly missed. A Private Service was held at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985 2171) on Wednesday, March 16th with Father Peter Lackmanec officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. On-line condolences may be left at www.waggfuneralhome.com