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Margaret Elizabeth Dougherty
Nov 4, 2025
Margaret Elizabeth Dougherty, 92, of Ottawa, passed away peacefully holding her children’s hands. Margaret was born on October 8, 1933 to James and Hazel Macfarlane in Ottawa. Margaret, after graduating from Glebe Collegiate high school, went on to pursue a career as a secretary. Margaret had a smile that lit up a room and she sparkled right to the very...
Sheila Mary McGovern
Nov 21, 2025
Peacefully, on Friday, November 21, 2025, at age 73. Predeceased by parents Lois Anne McGovern (née Latham) and Taylor Joseph McGovern. Sheila will be greatly missed by her five sisters: Kathleen, Maureen, Maggie (John Manson), Patricia (Guy Talevi), and Teresa. She also leaves behind her niece Suchada (Clint Whiteman), nephews Gabriel, Ryan, and Brendan, and great-nephews Devin, Alric, and Zander....
James Donald (Don) Lafontaine
Nov 20, 2025
James Donald “Don” Lafontaine of Ottawa, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend whose profound love for others was inspiring. His faith in Jesus guided every part of his life, and he shared that faith with sincerity and conviction. He brought many people to God and his family takes...
William Stephen Shurben
Nov 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of William (“Bill”) Stephen Shurben on November 19, 2025, at the Ottawa General Hospital, following a short but difficult battle with cancer. Born in Toronto, Ontario, on April 17, 1956, Bill spent most of his life in Ottawa.
Beloved husband of Karen Shurben (née Cook), loving father of Nick (Laura) and...
Gail Pepler
Nov 18, 2025
JOAN GAIL PEPLER (née Purdy)
January 18,1933 to November 18, 2025
Gail passed away peacefully, surrounded by love and family, at her home in Manotick at 92 years of age.
She was predeceased by her devoted and loving husband, Roger Pepler (2000). They were married in October 1956 and they had four beloved daughters: Pam (Stephen) Campbell, Gail (Geof) Bailey, Andrea Pepler, and...
Pauline Mary Carnahan
Nov 17, 2025
Pauline Mary Carnahan, affectionately known as Polly, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, at the age of 85, at Queensway Carleton Hospital (ALC) in Ottawa, Ontario, after a long and courageous battle with COPD.
Born on November 26, 1939, in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, to Isaac and Bride Sheppard. Even at an early age Polly’s life was defined by her devotion...
Margot Elizabeth Haydon
Nov 14, 2025
Margot Elizabeth Haydon
April 10, 1937 — November 14, 2025
Margot Elizabeth Haydon, at age 88, died peacefully with her children by her side and surrounded by love on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Medex LTC in Ottawa, Ontario.
She was predeceased by her parents Earl and Mary Bradley, her husband Peter, her brother-in-law Andrew, her sister-in-law Mary, her nephew Andrew, and...
Dr. Kenneth George Davey
Nov 12, 2025
In loving memory of Dr. Kenneth George Davey, a distinguished scientist, mentor and storyteller, who passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in Ottawa, Ontario.
Born in Chatham, Ontario, Ken knew he wanted to be a scientist from a young age. Fueled by determination and a fascination with the natural world, he earned a BSc and an MSc in zoology from...
Colleen Barbara O'Meara
Nov 11, 2025
Peacefully, Colleen passed away at home in her 74th year on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Colleen will be greatly missed by her loving husband, Mike Reichhelt, and her two fur babies, Parker and Bridget.
Predeceased by her parents Joan (née Gorman) and Joseph O’Meara of Ottawa. Survived by her devoted sisters Christine (Paul), Cathy (John),...
Richard Clarence Lefebvre
Nov 10, 2025
With love, we announce the passing of Richard Clarence Lefebvre on November 10, 2025, at the age of 88. Richard will be remembered for his warmth, generosity, and the love he shared with family and friends throughout his life. He leaves behind his devoted partner of 15 years, Poppy Karamanou, his two sons, Anthony and Jeffrey Lefebvre, and his cherished...
Garry Montgomery
Nov 10, 2025
William Garry Montgomery, devoted husband, loving father, adoring grandfather, caring uncle, and loyal friend passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Monday, November 10th, 2025 at the age of 85. Garry was born in Malakoff, near Ottawa, to Merton Eber Montgomery and Ruby Pearl Montgomery (née Marshall). Growing up as a farmer, in a community of farmers, his love of...
George Githii
Nov 7, 2025
George Githii-passed away surrounded by family on November 7th in his 89th year after a brief illness. In December of last year, he and his daughter moved into his youngest son’s home. The last year of life was surrounded by family and close friends, in moments full of joy, laughter, love and prayer.
George Githii born in Kenya. Father of Ngatho...
Dr. Joseph Ryan Morrissy
Nov 7, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Joseph Ryan Morrissy, formerly of London, Ontario, in Ottawa, Ontario, on November 7, 2025.
Dr. Morrissy was born in Liverpool, England, on February 17, 1937, to Dr. John Morrissy and Mary (née Kearney) Morrissy. Joe was the eldest of six children, Mary, Sheila, Patricia (Walter), John (Maureen), and Donal...
Bruce Drysdale
Nov 7, 2025
On Friday, November 7th, we lost a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a truly remarkable man who loved with all his heart, as we loved him. He was surrounded by love and had family at his side. We will celebrate his beautiful life of goodness, integrity, and generosity.
He was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Effie Drysdale of Westport, Ontario,...
Katherine Lois Charles (née Kuntz)
Nov 6, 2025
With full hearts and deep sadness, the family of Lois Charles announces her passing on November 6, 2025, after a short illness.
Beloved wife of the late Gordon Charles (2008), Lois was a devoted and steady presence in the lives of her children: David, Michael (Caitlyn McKenzie), and Elizabeth (Kyle Hurtubise). She took immense joy in being “Nana” to Zackary, Delaney,...
John Eldon Scrim
Nov 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John E. Scrim, who died peacefully on November 4, 2025, at the age of 87.
Born on July 10, 1938, John was the beloved son of the late Gladwyn and May Scrim. He will be forever remembered by his loving wife Carmel Scrim (nee Dupuis), and as the cherished father...
Colin James Harkness
Nov 3, 2025
Our dear Colin has sadly passed away far too soon from heart failure, and we are missing him terribly. Survived by his wife Christina; children Aidan, Alya, Thomas and Johan; siblings Andrew (Carolyn Seabrook), Heather (Nigel Sanders) and Christine (Pierre Lapointe); nieces and nephews, cousins, extended family and many friends old and new. He is fondly remembered by his Aunt...
Armande Spittle
Nov 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Armande Spittle (nee Arsenault) left us peacefully on November 3, 2025, just days before celebrating her 91st birthday.
Armande lived a long and beautiful life filled with love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She is now reunited in eternal rest with her...
Jacqueline (Jackie) Gerrard
Oct 31, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jackie Gerrard (nee Dominic) on October 31st in her 90th year. Beloved wife to her late husband Bernie, lovingly remembered by her children Scott (Sue), Tracy (Brian) and grandchildren Chelsey (Connor), Melanie (Blair), Allison, Erin (James) and her great grandchild Finn.
Jackie grew up in England and later moved to...
Maureen Evron Curtis
Oct 30, 2025
The family is sad to announce the passing of Maureen Curtis on Thursday, October 30th, 2025. Maureen will be greatly missed by her husband of 40 years, Bob Curtis.
Loving mother to Melissa (Mark), and stepmother to Trevor (Roberta). Devoted grandmother to Tessa, Nathaniel, Mia, Mason, and Maxim. Maureen leaves behind her sisters Dianne (Bill) and Melanie (Kevin). Predeceased by parents...
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