It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of James Everett Townsend on Monday April 15, 2013 at the age of 66. Beloved husband of Karren (née Ward). Proud and loving father of Rosa (Bryne) Evans, of England, Tim of Vancouver, Cherrish (Steve Armstrong), Paul (Sophie Daniels), Ben (Kelly McEwan). Dearly loved Poppa of Rhys, Griff, Victoria, Anastasia, Austin, Jasmin and baby Jackson. Brother of Allen, Linda, Steven, Frances, Richard, Lyle, Ronald and David. Predeceased by his first wife, Mary and sisters, Diane and Barbara. He will be sadly missed by many family members and friends. Jim was a long-time employee of D&W Forwarders. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Desforges Funeral Home, Grenville, QC., (819) 242-2113. For further details please check www.desforges.ca . In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.