S.SGT. GLENN JAMES MACPHAIL, RCMP, Retired
PEACEKEEPER
With heavy hearts the family of Glenn James MacPhail announces his peaceful passing at the Smiths Falls Hospital on December 24, 2021 at the age of 75. Glenn was born in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on January 22, 1946. Predeceased by his parents Rena and Hinson Calabrese, his brother Joey and his grandson Scottie. Glenn was the loving husband and best friend to his wife Karen. He (Daddio) will be sadly missed by his two children, his daughter Jodi Empey, her husband Jeremy and his son Scott MacPhail, his wife Erika. Grandad enjoyed travelling to sports, school events and graduations for his grandchildren Hayden and Allison MacPhail, Lyndsay and Sam Empey. Also survived by his sister Jocelyn (Mark) of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, his brother Brent MacPhail of Sarasota, Florida, brother Brian Calabrese (Debbie), sister Beth Calabrese, both in Cape Breton. He will be missed by many relatives and friends here and around the world.
Glenn's life was full. He loved playing golf at The Lombard Golf Course, played hockey with The Old Horsemen, and thoroughly enjoyed meeting his friends at Tim Hortons. He was respected in his community and in the RCMP teaching and mentoring. He served in several postings across Canada and peacekeeping until he retired in 2000. He continued peacekeeping missions around the world but his greatest personal accomplishment besides his children, was receiving his Masters Degree in adult education at St. Francis Xavier University at the age of 68. Glenn loved to talk and tell amazing stories, laugh and joke with his friends and family.
The family is most appreciative of the great care and respect given to Glenn and his family at the Smiths Falls Hospital. The kindness shown by his nurses will never be forgotten.
Family and Friends are invited to a Memorial Service in the Sacred Space of Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Tuesday, January 4th at 1:00 p.m.. For those who cannot attend in person, registration for a livestreaming of the service can be found at https://foveo.stream/beechwood/Glenn-James-MacPhail-1641319200-50402.
Digital Guestbook
Jeremy, Megan, Eden and Brynn
Denise Vanopdenbosch
Karen and family
My deepest condolences for your loss. Glen was a very special man and you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Charles Harrison & Jeannie Walton
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Karen,Jodi,Scott and your families at this difficult time. RIP my friend gods speed.
Charlie & Jeannie
Tom & Dierdre Abernethy
We were saddened by the passing of Glen and wish to express our condolences to you Karen, Jodi, Scott and families.
Lynda MacPhail and family
Deepest condolences to Karen and family. I am Uncle Stan’s daughter and was very sad to hear about my cousin Glenn’s death. Sadly, I didn’t know Glenn well, but I wish I had. I know he was a great guy. May the family find comfort in the wonderful memories of Glenn. Many blessings.
Stanley MacPhail
My heart is heavy with sadness after hearing about my nephew Glenn’s passing. Although I never got to spend a lot of time with my dear nephew I heard of his successful career as a RCMP officer and other fine accomplishments. I have always been proud of him. Bring a golfer myself, I regret never playing a round with Glenn. Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences.
Edmund and Marlene Rockburne
Dear Karen and family, we were saddened to hear of Glen's passing. Like my era, he was an "old school Mountie". Rest in peace.
Bob and Sharon Crooks
We are so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Karen, and the family.
Nancy Harris
Where would I start but at Belton Crt…you were a friend a confidant and special part of my chosen family. You became an extension of my life as I bonded with your family. I watched your children grow, marry and have their own kids and watched you full of pride. I enjoyed our conversations and admired the knowledge you brought to each subject. Although we grew apart you and your family have a very special spot in my heart that will never go away! Rest In Peace my friend and to Karen, Jodi and Scott my heart aches for you at this difficult time. Take care.
Chuck and Betty Lou Kempt
It is with a heavy heart we send our condolences to Karen and all the family. Glenn was a wonderful friend that we didn’t know long but felt like forever. We shared many memories of the love we had for Cape Breton and all the guy talk at Tuesday breakfast. He will be sincerely missed. God be with you on your last journey.
Dear Karen, Jodi, Scott and Family,
For over 25 years, we have had the privilege of knowing your best friend, father and grandfather. Throughout those years, his kindness, great sense of humour, generosity, and positive energy was always felt by everyone in the room. His love for his family was inspirational and will always be remembered. Our deepest and most sincere condolences.
Respectfully,
The Nowiski Family