Bud CULLEN

CULLEN, The Honourable Bud Former MP Sarnia-Lambton Trudeau-era Cabinet Minister Retired Federal Court Judge Peacefully in Ottawa on Tuesday, July 5, 2005, surrounded by his family, age 78 years. Devoted husband of Nicole for 25 years. Loving father of Olivier, Annie (Darcy Gordon), Kate (John Nelles), Chris and stepfather of Jean-Charles and Mijanou. Cherished Grandad of Bronwyn and Jemma Gordon and Emma Nelles. Dear brother of Phyllis McLeod (Barrie) and the late Joan Weller. Bud will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, colleagues and friends. Bud had a phenomenal sense of humour. His legacy to his family and friends was "never take yourself too seriously." True to that, he kept us all laughing until the end. Special thanks to his caregivers Laura and Heather and to all the caring staff at the Colonel By Retirement Residence. Family and friends may attend a memorial service to celebrate Bud's life at MacKay United Church, 257 MacKay St. (at Dufferin), Ottawa, on Saturday, July 9, 2005 at 11 am. Reception to follow at The Gardens, 85 Bronson Ave,(at Queen St). In lieu of flowers memorial donations to New Hope School supporting people with mental disabilities - a project close to Bud's heart, would be appreciated. Please make cheques payable to Community Living Sarnia, specify the New Hope School Project, P.O. Box 610, 551 Exmouth Street, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7J4. Funeral arrangements with the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 7/7/2005 - 7/8/2005