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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
MORCH, Francis Ian - Second World War Navy Veteran - Born November 24th, 1923 in London England. Died on October 15th, 2014 in the comfort of his own home. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 62 years, Lillian Whiteley Morch. Missed by his six loving children and ten grandchildren. Remembered by his brother John and family. Ian had been part of the Belleville Community for over six decades. His accomplishments in business and his passion for sailing were noteworthy. He will be fondly remembered and missed by many. Sail on...Arrangements entrusted to the Burke Funeral Home, 150 Church St., Belleville (613-968-6968). A private family Graveside Service will be held at Belleville Cemetery on a later date. (The Belleville Intelligencer 17 Oct 2014)
Ships served in: HMCS CORNWALLIS - Appointed to CORNWALLIS as a Probationary Sub-Lieutenant, RCNVR (Navy List May 1944) HMCS KINGS - Appointed to KINGS 08 Jul 1944 Add'l for Disposal or Under Training (Navy List Jul 1944) HMCS CORNWALLIS - Appointed to CORNWALLIS for Executive Officers' Courses (Navy List Nov 1944) * Appointed Sub-Lieutenant, RCNVR (seniority 24 Jul 1944) (Navy List Jan 1945) HMCS STRATHADAM - Appointed to STRATHADAM 26 Nov 1944 (Navy List Jan 1945 - May 1945) * Retired List as a Lieutenant, RCN(R) (Navy List Jul 1946) HMCS CATARAQUI (Retired List) (Navy List Jul 1952) * Last noted on the Retired List at HMCS CATARAQUI (Navy List Jan 1960)
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