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Robert (Bob) David Baldwin
Aug 7, 2025
With great sadness, we announce Bob’s passing on August 7th at his home in Ottawa with his wife, Ruth, by his side. Bob was a beloved husband and father, doting grandfather, cherished brother, irreverent uncle, and steadfast friend.
Predeceased by his parents, W.C.P. (Bill) and Lucile (Hayman) Baldwin, Bob is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Ruth (Slee); his...
Laurent (Larry) Joseph Adelard Robichaud
Sep 8, 2025
Passed quickly and peacefully in hospital on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the age of 93. He was visited by his children and grandchildren and surrounded by the love of his family and loved ones. He leaves behind his wife of 59 years, Bonnie Robichaud, his 5 children: Darren Robichaud (Alice Robichaud); Kathleen Robichaud (Brent Cuddihey); Jeff Robichaud (Natalie Rizek);...
Howard William Leigh
Sep 8, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Howard William Leigh, who left us on September 8th, at the age of 87. Born on August 17, 1938, in Montreal, Howie was the beloved child of Marguerite and Richard Leigh.
Howie is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ferne (née Ford), his son Michael (Pam), daughter Erin,...
Keiko Nishimura
Sep 2, 2025
KEIKO NISHIMURA
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at the age of 88 with her children at her side.
Keiko has been reunited with her late husband, Takashi, after 19 years of diligently maintaining their cherished house in Kanata. She will be deeply missed by her children, Steven (Melanie), Sandra (Anthony), and particularly Donna who shared so much time with...
Elizabeth (Betty) Ethel Campbell
Aug 31, 2025
Peacefully on August 31, 2025, in Ottawa, surrounded by her family. Betty Campbell is survived by her three daughters: Nancy (Phil Harding), Cathy (Todd Irick) and Joni (Chris Best); six grandchildren: Tommy Harding, Marina, Lara and Christy Irick, and Gordie and Paul Best; and four great-grandchildren: Émile, Alice and Rosalie Amyot, and Campbell Ehvert. The daughter of Thomas and Offie...
Regina Anna Kraft
Aug 30, 2025
With thankful hearts and faithful love, the family of the late Regina Kraft wishes to announce her peaceful passing at the Garry J. Armstrong Long Term Care Centre, in Ottawa, on Saturday, August 30th, 2025.
For 65 marvelous years, Regina was the beloved wife of Peter Paul, proud mother of Sister Ellen (Sisters of Jesus Our Hope), Martin (Heather), Christopher (Margaret),...
Conrad Paul Fortin
Aug 30, 2025
Passed away at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Eva. Dear brother of Helen Martel (Leo) and brother-in-law of Joyce. Predeceased by his siblings Robert, Fern and Francoise. Conrad will also be missed by his beloved nieces and nephews and many friends. Cremation has taken place. At Conrad’s request...
Barrie Reginald Marfleet
Aug 29, 2025
It is with heavy and shattered hearts that his wife, Micheline, shares the passing of her beloved and amazing husband, Barrie Marfleet, who left this world on August 29th at 10:36 am in Ottawa, at the age of 78.
Barrie faced a courageous four-year battle with cancer, showing strength, grace, and determination every step of the way.
He is survived by his...
Thomas Wolff
Aug 28, 2025
Passed away on Thursday 28 August 2025, at the age of 64. He will be sadly missed by his brother Michael (Annabel) his nieces Sarah and Rachel, his sister-in-law Terri, and his former wife Pam.
Tom grew up in Whitby, Ontario, studied at the University of Waterloo (BASc. Hons Electrical Engineering) and spent his adult life in Ottawa, working as an...
Mary Savignac
Aug 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Savignac, who left us surrounded by family on August 27, 2025, at the age of 90.
Predeceased by parents John E. and Lottie P. Hobbs, survived by her brother David (Andrea) Hobbs.
Mary was the beloved wife of the late David Savignac, and a devoted mother to the late...
Carole Ann Damiano
Aug 27, 2025
Carole passed away peacefully after a brief stay in hospital.
Mother, grandmother, gardener, crafter, and foodie, Carole loved a good practical joke and pampering her treasured pets, especially Max, who will rest with her.
Born in Montreal, Carole remained close with the Park Extension group and fondly remembered her childhood times with friends.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Lisa McGee...
Leroy Palmer
Aug 27, 2025
, With love and remembrance, we announce the passing of Leroy (Roy) John Palmer, who left us peacefully on August 27, 2025, in Ottawa, Ontario in his 90th year.
Born in Shawville, Quebec, Roy was the son of John Eric Palmer and Edith Beulah Palmer. He grew up with a deep appreciation for gardening which led him to work for Agriculture...
Everett Wilbert Read
Aug 25, 2025
March 3, 1937 – August 25, 2025
Everett Wilbert Read, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, at the age of 88, surrounded by his loving family at the farm.
Everett was predeceased by his devoted wife Dorothy. He was a hard-working dairy farmer who enjoyed working the land and harvesting the crops with help from...
John Llewelyn Robinson
Aug 24, 2025
John Llewelyn Robinson, father of the Internet in Canada, passed away on August 24, 2025.
John was quiet and introspective, always with an active intellect. A man of few words. Never one for small talk, he enjoyed quiet time on his bike or in a canoe, deep philosophical conversations, prime numbers, and above all else, time with his family. Born in...
James Arnold Moffatt
Aug 23, 2025
Peacefully on 23 August 2025 with his beloved wife Peggy at his side. Predeceased by parents Arnold and Alta Moffatt and by brothers Richard, Allan, and Robert. He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, Craig and Judy Moffatt, Karen and Dave Loucks, Eleanor and John Logan, John Moffatt and Thomas, Marilyn and Robert Moffatt.
Jim was born and...
Gloria Jane Evans
Aug 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Gloria Evans on August 21, 2025. She passed away at home in her favourite chair.
She is survived by her brother Donald Evans (Julie Griffith), many nieces and nephews including Anna Malham, Tracy Malham (Dan), Gwen Plante, Laurel Hay, Cam Hay (Star), Heather Hay and Douglas Evans (Bryn). She...
Margaret May Nicholls (nee Fulton)
Aug 21, 2025
Nicholls, Margaret May "Marg" (nee Fulton) peacefully passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on Saturday, August 9, 1930, in Ottawa, Ontario to her parents Julia Evelyn & Stephen Fulton.
Margaret was devoted to her career as a nurse and worked in hospitals in both Ottawa and Toronto. She adored animals and people (especially babies and...
Jason Daniel MacPherson
Aug 19, 2025
Jason "Jay" Daniel MacPherson (1976-2025) passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer.
Jay worked for 25 years in insurance at SunLife. He married his beloved wife, Tracie, in 2005, and together they raised two children, Zoe and Kyle. Jay loved hip hop music, watching car racing and football, and was a huge fan...
David Ronald Graham
Aug 16, 2025
It is with love and deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Ron. For 42 years, a loving partner to Jean Prebble, a cherished stepfather to Rob Prebble (Chantal), and an adored grandfather to James and Casey.
Predeceased by his parents, David and Christina Graham, and siblings Hugh Graham and Maureen Butcher. Ron was deeply saddened by the...
John Vincent Murphy
Aug 16, 2025
We regret to announce that John Vincent Murphy passed away at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the age of 93.
Loving husband of Noreen (Gibbs) and much loved father of Stephen Murphy (Melonie Sibbitt). Son of the late Michael and Arbena (Foley) Murphy. Brother of the late Frank Murphy (Doreen), the late Mary Cooney (late Don),...
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