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COURTNEY, Hubert Arthur Charles Hubert (Hu) passed away peacefully, on Monday, April 25, 2005, in the loving care of his family and the staff at the Kingston General Hospital. Born 78 years ago in St. John's Newfoundland, Hu was the son of the late B enjamin and Emma (Boutcher) Courtney. Predeceased by his loving first wife Nori Starks. Dear husband of Cecily (Coles). Cherished father of Gail (Gary Turk) of Florida and Bruce of Ottawa. Remembered fondly by his brother Cyril (Phyllis), step-childr en Jim, Susan, Deborah and Catherine Coles, step-grandson Matthew and many relatives and friends. Hu was passionate behind the camera lens and at the helm of his sailboat and at ease with brush in hand at his easel or with drill in hand in his worksh op. He sat still only in the evenings, enjoying a mellow Scotch or a good book and before bed, a bowl of chocolate ice cream. An energetic traveler, he made new friends wherever he ventured as well as during the winters he and Cecily spent in Florida . Hu is remembered as a true gentleman with a twinkle in his eyes and a contagious smile. Private family service in Ottawa. In lieu of flowers, please give some to someone you love, or make a donation to the Cancer Centre of South Eastern Ontario, or the Kingston General Hospital or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Racine, Robert & Gauthier Funeral Home. 613-241-3680. 4/29/2005- ID6107773 - Kingston Whig Standard