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Teja Lischer
Apr 16, 2026
Teja Lischer passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, and while our hearts are broken, we are also incredibly proud of the life he lived.
Born in Alzey, Germany and later settling in Almonte, Ontario, he built a life through hard work, determination, and care for others. He was kind, generous, and the kind of man whose friendships lasted a lifetime....
Lela Anne Showell
Apr 29, 2026
It is with love, and gratitude for a life well lived, that our family announces the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Lela Anne Showell, on April 29th, 2026 at the age of 91.
Across nine decades, Lela witnessed a world of change yet remained steadfast in her faith and principles. Lela was a fun-loving and hard-working woman who was...
Rémy Somenzi
Apr 13, 2026
He passed away peacefully at the Civic Hospital on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the age of 79. He was surrounded in his last days by loving and caring family, friends and hospital staff. Cherished husband of Elaine, aka “Hon” (Richardson). Beloved father of Allison, aka “here comes trouble”. Loving brother of Richard Somenzi (Nancy). Also survived by his best...
Hiroshi Yamazaki
May 5, 2026
Hiroshi Yamazaki went peacefully to be with his Lord at the age of 94. Predeceased by his beloved wife Toshiko, his parents Kouki and Tomoko, and his older brother Akira. Loving father of Christine (Dave), Ken (Evonne), and Amy (Tim), and dear grandfather of Lisa (Patrick), Alison, Miriam, Hannah; Julia (Paul), Samuel; Meghan, Bethany, Noah, Isabel, Abigail, and Emma.
Hiroshi was...
Gisela Chapman
May 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Gisela Chapman announces her passing on Saturday May 2, 2026 at the age of 87 years. Gisela will be lovingly remembered by her son James, her son-in-law Charles Hall, her sister Ilona Taylor and her nephew Malcolm Taylor. She was predeceased by her husband Paul and her daughter Deborah. Born in...
Martin Edwards
Apr 30, 2026
Always optimistic, he used to say “There’s still time and it’s good to have options”. As he was charming the nurses at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, he joked to Kristine “running out of options, running out of time”.
Constrained by the limitations of a 10-year battle with cancer, Martin Edwards lived a socially engaged and creative life. He applied his keen...
David Bruce Campbell
Apr 29, 2026
Peacefully at home, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Barbara (nee Tomaszewski), children Rebecca (Matthew), Meagan (Ryan) and James (Celeste), grandchildren Arthur, Dorothy, Graham, August, and Florence, and siblings Mary, Ian and Jane.
David was born in Scarborough, Ontario, to the late Helen Emily Campbell (nee Huber) and Albert McTaggart Campbell. He...
Jill Hyde-Clarke
Apr 27, 2026
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Jill Norma Hyde-Clarke on April 27, 2026, on her 77th birthday.
Born in Ottawa, Ontario, Jill was the beloved daughter of Ronald Alexander Hyde-Clarke and Norma Leapha Hyde-Clarke (née Stewart). She lived a life marked by compassion, resilience, and dedication to others.
Jill devoted much of her working life to...
Ronald Kenneth (RK) Logan
Apr 26, 2026
(December 26, 1936 - April 26, 2026)
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Kenneth Logan of Manotick, in his 90th year, after a brief illness, surrounded by members of his loving family.
Ron is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helen (Donoghue) and will be deeply missed by his four daughters: Mary (Greg), Carolyn (Jeff), Jane (Ted) and...
Fern Carpenter
Apr 24, 2026
The family announces with sadness the passing of Elizabeth “Fern” Carpenter, who died peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, April 24, 2026, in her 88th year. She was predeceased by her husband, Don Carpenter.
Fern will be deeply missed by her family and many friends. She was a loving mother to Bruce and to Sheila (Jeff), and a...
Paula Moore
Apr 24, 2026
October 7th 1953 - April 24th 2026
It is with broken hearts that the family of Paula Moore announces her passing. Born in 1953, Paula lived a beautiful 72 years.
She has left behind her husband, her best friend, and partner of 57 years, Doug Moore. He was always by her side and took pride in taking care of her.
Cherished Mom of,...
William Frederick Ballentine Church
Apr 23, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, William Frederick Ballantine Church, KC. He passed away peacefully on April 23 2026, at Renfrew Victoria Hospital at the age of 92.
Born to the late Harold and Mildred Church of Orangeville, Bill grew up in Orangeville before leaving for London, Ontario to attend Western...
Sally Maria St. Lewis
Apr 22, 2026
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Sally, who has left this world to continue her journey into the next.
Sally passed peacefully with close friends by her side over several days. She is predeceased by her mother, Agatha Floretta Brown and her brother, Vivian.
Sally leaves behind her nephew, Ian St. Lewis (Debra Newsham), great-nieces Michele (Lazlo Nagi)...
Dixie McLeod
Apr 22, 2026
Suddenly at home on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the age of 74. Partner of Joe Scott. Now reunited with her beloved husband, Jack McLeod. Caring and proud mother of Dax Dubuc, Darryl (Lianne) Dubuc, Donald McLeod (Shannon), Samantha McLeod and Tara Austin (Wayne). She is also survived by 13 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and found joy in the precious time...
Elizabeth Anne Thompson
Apr 21, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Anne Thompson (Betty), in Ottawa on April 21, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.Elizabeth was predeceased by her beloved parents, Edward and Phyllis Thompson, and was one of eight siblings. She was a devoted aunt to 11 nieces and nephews, and to their children, all...
Diane Marie Estelle MacDonald
Apr 20, 2026
It is with deep love and profound sadness that we share the passing of Diane MacDonald (née Ouellette), a truly gentle and compassionate soul who made the world a brighter, kinder place.
Diane lived a life rooted in kindness, deep love, quiet strength, and unwavering care for others. She had a rare gift for making people feel seen, valued, and deeply...
Brian Locking
Apr 19, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Harold Locking on Sunday, April 19, 2026. He passed away peacefully at the age of 61, surrounded by his family, at the Ottawa General Hospital. For the past 18 years, Brian faced multiple complex health illnesses and challenges, often surpassing doctors’ expectations and prognoses, a true testament to...
Bao Rong Hu
Apr 19, 2026
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Our beloved mother, Annie Bao Rong Hu, has peacefully gone to be with the Lord at the age of 89 years and ten months. She passed away on April 19, at 1:57 am local time in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Mom was born in June 1936 as the first child in a young Christian family of...
Aldo Robert Joseph Roy
Apr 18, 2026
It is with deep sadness and great pride that we share the passing of Aldo Robert Joseph Roy, an Olympian, teacher, coach, mentor, and deeply loved partner, uncle, and friend, who passed away peacefully at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice in Kanata on April 18, 2026. Aldo lived a full and meaningful life, defined by strength, generosity, and a lasting impact on...
Linda Margaret Dods (née Graham)
Apr 18, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we say goodbye to our dear Mom and Grandma, Linda Margaret Dods (née Graham) who was born on April 16, 1951 in Shawville, Quebec. She passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026 at Almonte General Hospital, on a lovely sunny morning. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Terry Edgar Dods, and her parents Margaret (McNeill)...
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