Linda Irene Osra CLUFF

(nee Cluff) April 12, 1914-July 21, 2002 Passed away peacefully with her loving sister, Marie Cluff, by her side on Sunday, July 21, 2002 in Pontiac Community Hospital, Shawville, Quebec in her 89th year. Born in Leslie Township, Quebec. Daughter of the late Robert Cluff and Mary Stephens. Beloved wife of Lawrence Gainsford who predeceased her in 1982. Loving mother of Eileen (David Wilson), Clifford and long time daughter-in-law Linda. Beloved grandmother of Scott, Sandra and Gerald, Sherry (Vince) and special great-granddaughter Wanda Gainsford. Predeceased by grandchildren Wanda, Darryl and Duane (Louise) Gainsford. Dear sister of Marie Cluff and sister-in-law Muriel Cluff. Predeceased by sisters Elma, Lorena and Elena and brothers Delburn and Hubert. Also survived by several nieces and nephews and friends. Linda was a long time and loving caregiver to a special nephew, Ellis Sparling, who will miss her dearly. Special thanks to the nursing staff and doctors at Pontiac Community Hospital for their excellent care. Friends may call at the W.J. Hayes & Sons Funeral Home, 1040 Clarendon Street, Quyon, Quebec on Monday, July 22, 2002 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, July 24, to Quyon United Church for Service at 11 a.m. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. The Ottawa Citizen, 24-07-2002