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Submitted by masterfunerald… on Tue, 11/02/2021 - 02:06:PM

It is with profound sadness that our family announces the death of Stan Waldegger on October 31, 2021. Stan will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend of 56 years Carmen (nee Gore), three children: Lisa (Andy), Erin (Robert) and Michael (Colleen), and eight grandchildren: Dakota, Amy, Adam, Nathan, Avery, Maddie, Jonah and Leonard. He is survived by his sister Frances (Lyall – deceased), brother Robert (Marlene), sister-in-law Michele (Donald), and a rich network of cousins, nephews, nieces and friends. Stan was predeceased by his brother-in-law David (Barbara), sister-in-law Jayne (Larry), and infant brother Edward.

Stan served in the Royal Canadian Air Force for 31 years, retiring in 1994 as Lieutenant Colonel. His military career and subsequent civilian work saw him serve across Canada and around the world. Stan lived life to the fullest: he travelled, gardened, skied, golfed and curled into his eighties.  He was active in the community as a longstanding member of the Knights of Columbus, Royal Canadian Air Force Mess, Hylands Golf Course, and Maritime Aviation Veterans Association of Canada. He enjoyed being at the helm of the BBQ, running community spaghetti dinners, brewing up a variety of wines in the basement, and hurtling down the ski hill.

Stan was kind, generous, thoughtful and a much-loved husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed by all who knew him.

A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Annunciation of the Lord Roman Catholic Church, 2414 Ogilvie Road, Ottawa. To help with COVID-19 protocols, the family requests double vaccination to attend in person; however, a livestream will be available (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAIfE368q6KSn8ukDON19A). For those attending in person, pre-registration is appreciated (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/funeral-for-stanley-waldegger-tickets-203814453517). Private burial will be held at Beechwood Cemetery. 

In memory of Stan, and in alignment with his values and commitment to community, donations may be made to Soldier On (www.soldieron.ca). Soldier On is a program of the Canadian Armed Forces which contributes to the recovery of ill and injured members and veterans.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 11/04/2021 - 11:49:AM

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Larry Ashley

Gail and I extend our sincere condolences to you Carmen and all your family. It was an honour to know and work with Stan over the years. He was a true professional and a credit to our Air Force.
Gail and Larry Ashley
Halifax

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 11/04/2021 - 11:59:AM

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Bill Mclaughlin

Stan was a fine fellow. I will miss seeing him at Hylands Golf Course.

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John and Inge Kelly

Our sincere condolences to Carmen and family. Stan was a good friend.

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Frank "Butch" Bisang

My sincere condolences to Carmen and family. Stan was always a first class officer and gentleman. May he rest in peace.

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Leif and Charlene Wadelius

Sincere condolences to Carmen and family. I also served with Stan on 404 Squadron. He was the ultimate gentleman, an upstanding officer and mate.

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Bob Desrochers

Carmen, my condolences to you and your family. He was a much beloved induvial of the RCAF community. I new him personally in my civilian capacity after my retirement. I will miss him.

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Andy Bryski

My condolences to the family. Stan always impressed me with his professionalism and attention to detail.. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

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Frances Molleken

My Sincerest Condolences to my dear sister in-law Carmen and all her family.

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Wally and Eleanor Kirkwood

We were so saddened to hear of Stan’s passing. We have lots of great memories of times shared often with a glass in hand!! Our fridge still has a great picture of us together at a VPI reunion in Greenwood
Carmen and Family. Our deepest condolences

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Joan and Ian Patrick

Our sincere condolences to Carmen and family. We remember the good times together so many years ago. Stan was a great guy with a great smile and ready wit.
May your fondest memories help you bear the burden.
Joana d Ian

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