Kelford, Courtland Ernest

Mar 18, 2020

Courtland passed away in hospital Kingston on Wednesday, March 11th, 2020 as a result of a serious fall on the ice. He was the loved husband for 57 years of Elizabeth "Betty" (Crawford) Kelford. Courtland was the cherished father of Alex (Kim) Kelford, Sterling Kelford (Winnie Burke), the late Bruce Kelford (1986), the late Jennifer Kelford (2004) and Chris (Susan) Kelford. He was the loving Poppa of Justin (Becky) Kelford, Ryan (Jessica) Kelford, Ashley (Chris) Crawford, Jenna Kelford (Jon McConnell), Brooklyn Kelford (Shane Payea), Brandon Kelford (Miranda Bagshaw), Nick Kelford, Sierra Kelford and the great grandfather to thirteen and soon to be one more joining the family. Courtland was predeceased by his parents Bill and Helen (Mabo) Kelford. He was the dear brother of Levi Teal (late Isabelle), late Delmer (late Madeline) Kelford, late Gaile (John) Stewart, Sharron (late Sherman) Richardson, Courtney (Carl) Massey, Tarlton (Shirley) Kelford, late Brian (Betty Ann) Kelford and Dallas (Pete) MacDonald. He will be sadly missed by his in-laws Edith (Firmin) Beaulieu, late Bob (Gladys) Crawford, David Crawford (Linda McIntyre), many cherished nieces, nephews, friends and dearest Aunt Lee Ann White of Fernleigh. Friends may pay their respects at Timber Run Golf Club on Saturday, March 14th, 2020 from 1:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in St. Andrews United Church, Lanark on Sunday at 2:00 P.M. In remembrance of Courtland, contributions to the Ompah Volunteer Fire Department or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, 15 Gore St. West, Perth. For condolences or further information, visit our website at www.blairandson.com.