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MADDOX, COL. William Albert, CD. (June 29, 1922 to May 25, 2002). After a long and courageous battle with cancer The Colonel passed away at home with his cherished wife Diane by his side. He joins his first wife Grace in heaven and leaves their children; John (Joan), Alan (Karen), Pam Odam (Tom) and grandchildren; Jeff, Alyce, Kristen, Heather, David and Johnathon. A special thank you to the palliative care team and especially Dr. Kendal and all the family and friends that have been so supportive during this painful time. The Colonel served as a Royal Marine Commando in WWII (UK) and in Canada as a reservist; initially as a member of the Queens York Rangers. He commanded the 49th Field Regt in Sault Ste. Marie and ultimately Commanded Northern Ontario District in 1967. He was a founding director of the Army Cadet League (Ontario) and served as Chairman of the Associate Members of the Cdn Forces’ Staff School and then Cdn Forces College in Toronto, and remained a member until his passing. Alongside his distinguished military career in Canada, Bill managed a successful sales career with IBM Canada. Friends may call at the R. S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge Street, north of Goulding) on Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. A military funeral service will be held at All Souls Anglican Church (15 Clairtrell Rd. corner of Sheppard and Bayview) on Monday, June 3, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Army Cadet League (Ontario) or the Sunnybrook Cancer Centre would be appreciated. "He was an officer and a gentleman who touched so many and will be missed by all who knew him". At the going down of the sun And in the morning We will remember them. 5/27/2002- ID386067 - Sault Star