Nicholas Warren Puddicombe
<p>Major (Retd) Nicholas Warren Puddicombe, OMM, CD, CStJ</p><p><br></p><p>Died peacefully at home in Brockville on August 21, 2016. Predeceased by his parents Donald Harry and Catherine Louise Puddicombe of Ottawa and Montreal, brother John Edward Puddicombe and his son Andrew Reynolds Puddicombe. </p><p><br></p><p>Dearly loved husband for 64 years of Joanie Puddicombe. Much loved father of Nicholas and Cynthia Puddicombe of Sanford Florida, Christopher and Beth Puddicombe of Brockville, Derek Puddicombe and Heather Cuthbert of Ottawa and Alicia Wisdom of Surrey, British Columbia. </p><p><br></p><p>Blessed by grandchildren, Melissa McCracken, Stephen, Lindsay, Jamie, Kevan and Joey Puddicombe, Shane Huntrods and Alex Liam Joseph Puddicombe, Nicole And Calista Wisdom. </p><p><br></p><p>Major Nick Puddicombe was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces for which he proudly served for 38 years. First with The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa, then The Royal Canadian Regiment, The Canadian Guards and ended his military career with his beloved Brockville Rifles. </p><p><br></p><p>He was invested into The Order of the Military Merit, Commander of the Order of St. John and received the Canadian Forces Decoration on three occasions. In 1972 he was appointed as Assistant Manager of the W.B. Reynolds Coal Company of Brockville and after it's amalgamation with Universal Terminals Inc. was appointed to General Manager until his retirement in 1991. </p><p><br></p><p>He volunteered with the Brockville Rotary and Lions clubs and after 39 years on the Board of St. John Ambulance was made an Honourary Member. He also held the position of Commander of the Brockville Power and Sail Squadron. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Brockville Yacht Club. </p><p><br></p><p>Up until his 80th year Nick enjoyed playing tennis on an almost daily basis whether on the courts in Brockville or while he and Joan wintered in Naples, Florida. When time allowed he spent as much time on "Misty Morning" cruising the waters of the St. Lawrence River. </p><p><br></p><p>He loved spending time with his family especially with all his many grandchildren listening to them about their latest plans and adventures and spending time with them during family get together's and dinners. </p><p><br></p><p>Nick's wish was for donations in his memory be made to St. John Ambulance or a charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged. </p><p><br></p><p>A celebration of Nick's life will be held at the Brockville Yacht Club on Thursday, August 25, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. </p><p><br></p><p>A private family service will be held at Oakland Cemetery in Brockville. Arrangements are entrusted to the Irvine Funeral Home, 4 James St. E., Brockville. Send condolences, place a donation, light a memory candle or share a special thought of Nick at www.irvinememorial.com.</p>Obituary
Major (Retd) Nicholas Warren Puddicombe, OMM, CD, CStJ
Died peacefully at home in Brockville on August 21, 2016. Predeceased by his parents Donald Harry and Catherine Louise Puddicombe of Ottawa and Montreal, brother John Edward Puddicombe and his son Andrew Reynolds Puddicombe.
Dearly loved husband for 64 years of Joanie Puddicombe. Much loved father of Nicholas and Cynthia Puddicombe of Sanford Florida, Christopher and Beth Puddicombe of Brockville, Derek Puddicombe and Heather Cuthbert of Ottawa and Alicia Wisdom of Surrey, British Columbia.
Blessed by grandchildren, Melissa McCracken, Stephen, Lindsay, Jamie, Kevan and Joey Puddicombe, Shane Huntrods and Alex Liam Joseph Puddicombe, Nicole And Calista Wisdom.
Major Nick Puddicombe was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces for which he proudly served for 38 years. First with The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa, then The Royal Canadian Regiment, The Canadian Guards and ended his military career with his beloved Brockville Rifles.
He was invested into The Order of the Military Merit, Commander of the Order of St. John and received the Canadian Forces Decoration on three occasions. In 1972 he was appointed as Assistant Manager of the W.B. Reynolds Coal Company of Brockville and after it's amalgamation with Universal Terminals Inc. was appointed to General Manager until his retirement in 1991.
He volunteered with the Brockville Rotary and Lions clubs and after 39 years on the Board of St. John Ambulance was made an Honourary Member. He also held the position of Commander of the Brockville Power and Sail Squadron. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Brockville Yacht Club.
Up until his 80th year Nick enjoyed playing tennis on an almost daily basis whether on the courts in Brockville or while he and Joan wintered in Naples, Florida. When time allowed he spent as much time on "Misty Morning" cruising the waters of the St. Lawrence River.
He loved spending time with his family especially with all his many grandchildren listening to them about their latest plans and adventures and spending time with them during family get together's and dinners.
Nick's wish was for donations in his memory be made to St. John Ambulance or a charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged.
A celebration of Nick's life will be held at the Brockville Yacht Club on Thursday, August 25, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
A private family service will be held at Oakland Cemetery in Brockville. Arrangements are entrusted to the Irvine Funeral Home, 4 James St. E., Brockville. Send condolences, place a donation, light a memory candle or share a special thought of Nick at www.irvinememorial.com.
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