N 45° 26.761 W 075° 39.832
The marker is found in section 50, lot 72.
LT. COL. RICHARD F. PARKINSON D.S.O.
1883-1946
HIS WIFE
CARRIE B. MacDONALD
1883-1970
ELIZABETH PARKINSON
1898-1970
BEATRICE M. MOONEY (YOUNG)
1909-2009
Information about the centenarian is found in the following death notice published in The Ottawa Citizen (24 April 2009). Newspaper headlines on that day describe Tax Day Tea Party protests in the United States.
MOONEY (Young), Beatrice (nee Parkinson) Peacefully on Thursday April 16, 2009 in her 101st year. Predeceased by her husbands John Young and Lloyd Mooney. Loving mother of James Young (Pamela) of Ottawa, and extended family Judy McBoyle (Bob) of Montreal, and the late John Mooney (late Eleanor). Cherished grandmother of nine grandchildren, and many great grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Glebe Centre, especially the 5th floor, for their care and kindness. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. For those who wish donations may be made to the Glebe Centre, 950 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5G6. Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com .
According to the Ontario birth registration (1909 #013050), Beatrice Marion Parkinson was born in Ottawa, 19 March 1909. On that day in history, the Zeppelin I made the longest sustained airship flight until that time. The passenger-carrying flight lasted ninety minutes.
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