Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Garnet Finlay

Garnet Finlay

Jul 13, 2026

With sadness, the family of Garnet Finlay wish to announce his peaceful passing 13 July 2026 at the Kemptville District Hospital, in his 91st year.

Born in Mountain, Ontario, to Sam and Effie Finlay, Garnet moved with his family in 1941 to the Reeve Craig area of North Gower Township, where he was raised on the family farm. From an early...

Oswald (Ossie) Valentine Butler

Oswald (Ossie) Valentine Butler

Jul 9, 2026

Oswald (Ossie) Valentine Butler, age 82, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, friend, community member and figure, sadly passed away on July 9, 2026. Born on July 24, 1943, in Kingston, Jamaica, Ossie had a zest for life and lived a life governed by faith and blessed with love.

Since emigrating to Canada, Ossie worked within the Ottawa school board...

Marion Ruth Magee

Marion Ruth Magee

Jul 2, 2026

Marion Ruth Magee passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, just eight days after celebrating her 100th birthday with family and friends. She is survived by her sons, Dan Magee and Peter Magee, her grandchildren, Owen, Blaire, Cameron, and Jonathan and sisters-in-law Betty Smith and Joan Randall and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of...

David Lewis Sangster

David Lewis Sangster

Jul 2, 2026

Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital, Civic Campus on Tuesday, July 2, 2026 age 79 years. Devoted husband and life partner of Lisette. Cherished father of Natasha (Mike). Survived by his brother Bryce Sangster (Sharon) and cherished in-laws.

Born in Arvida, QC and graduate of Queens University. Dave worked as a mining engineer for CIL which took him to Labrador City, Liberia,...

Terrie Lynne Robinson

Terrie Lynne Robinson

Jul 2, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Terrie Lynne Robinson on July 2, 2026, following a courageous and hard-fought medical battle. Throughout her journey, Terrie faced every challenge with remarkable strength, determination, and grace, inspiring those around her with her resilience and unwavering spirit.

Terrie was the beloved daughter of Lynn Robinson and the late Karl Robinson;...

Jane Hubert Hillary

Jane Hubert Hillary

Jul 2, 2026

With deep sadness and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Jane Hubert Hillary of Almonte, who died peacefully in Ottawa on 2 July, 2026, at the age of 73. She was born on 11 March, 1953, in Windsor, Ontario, to Dr. Norman Lancaster Hillary and Joan Winnifred Grace (Brown) Hillary.

Jane lived a life defined by love and caring for...

Margaret Marion Anderson

Margaret Marion Anderson

Jul 1, 2026

Three months shy of her 108th birthday, Marion Anderson’s engine stopped working (her wish). Marion passed away on July 1, 2026, in The Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus following a stroke she suffered on June 23rd. Mom was pre-deceased by her parents Gordon and Maye (nee Prior) Elliott and her husband of 70 years, George Cranston Anderson (born in Edinburgh, Scotland)....

Keith Henry Hyndman

Keith Henry Hyndman

Jun 28, 2026

With deep regret and sadness, we mourn the passing of Keith Hyndman, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Keith passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at age 77 surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband of 33 years to Diane; loving father of Scott (Marcelo) and Chris (Sara); step-father of Mike and Nyle; extremely proud poppy of Seth,...

Raymond Michael (Bruce) MacLean

Raymond Michael (Bruce) MacLean

2026

It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Raymond MacLean at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Friday, June 26, 2026.

Beloved husband for 52 years to Heather (Patterson) and proud loving father of Geoffrey (Sandra).

Predeceased by his parents Malcolm and Joyce MacLean and his dear brother, Steve.

Brother-in-law of Diane MacLean (Carl Musker), Garry Patterson (Anne) and Wayne Patterson...

Allan John Anderson

Allan John Anderson

Jun 25, 2026

Allan passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on June 25, 2026, in his 89th year.

Loving husband of Carol Anderson (Argue) for 63 years. Allan leaves his sister Kathleen Reykdal along with his children, David Anderson (Anne Collens), Andrew Anderson (Nancy), Jane Bishop (Daniel), and Jill Anderson (Craig Piche). Devoted grandfather of Dean, Erin, Sydney, Samuel, Jackson,...

Harold Smith

Harold Smith

Jun 22, 2026

We announce with sadness, but grateful, that after a long, well lived life, Harold passed away peacefully at the Colonel By Retirement Residence on June 22, 2026, at the age of 101.

The family finds comfort that he is finally reunited with Eva, his wife of 76 years, who predeceased him on May 13, 2023.

Loved father of Gregory (Jane), the late...

Dennis Gibson

Dennis Gibson

Jun 21, 2026

Peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, Dennis Gibson passed away at the age of 85.

Beloved husband of the late Susan Marie Gibson (née Steer), Dennis was born on May 10, 1941, and raised in Dysart, Saskatchewan. He was the cherished son of the late Archie and Mary Gibson. Dennis was predeceased by his sisters Elaine Dumba (Andrew), Lois Czemeres (Alvin),...

Helen Iris Mills (née Dawson)

Helen Iris Mills (née Dawson)

Jun 16, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we say goodbye to our dear mother who passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 at Crossing Bridge Care Home. Having celebrated her 101st birthday in May.

Helen was predeceased by her husband John Mills and her parents Herman & Gertrude Dawson. She is survived by her loving family...

Grant Douglas Edwards

Grant Douglas Edwards

Jun 15, 2026

Grant Edwards was born in West Brome, Quebec and passed away peacefully in Ottawa at the age of 93 leaving behind a legacy of generosity and devotion to his family and friends.

Grant built a life grounded in hard work and dedication, retiring after 39 years working with Bell Canada.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Luella (May) Edwards (née MacDonald), his parents...

Eva Anna Maria Pinto

Eva Anna Maria Pinto

Jun 14, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eva Anna Maria Pinto (Lindermeier) on June 14, 2026, at the age of 76. Eva faced cancer with remarkable strength and dignity until the very end. In her final days, she was surrounded by the love of her children and the support of dear friends.

Born on November 27, 1949,...

Emma Rooney

Emma Rooney

Jun 14, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Emma Rooney on Sunday, June 14, 2026. She was loved beyond measure, and we are thankful that through God's grace and mercy she is no longer struggling and is at peace with Him.

Emma was deeply loved by her family and will be forever remembered and loved by her parents,...

Lois Healey

Lois Healey

Jun 13, 2026

Lois Healey (nee Chapman) passed away peacefully in her 99th year on Saturday, June 13th, 2026. Lois was predeceased by her husband, Lanny Healey and her two sons, Brian and Scott.

Lois was a proud grandmother to Jason Healey (Alicia) and great grandmother to Violet. They will miss their Granny (GiGi). Lois will also be dearly missed by her brother Lloyd...

Gladys Ferne Seabrook

Gladys Ferne Seabrook

Jun 12, 2026

Peacefully at Bayfield Retirement surrounded by family on Friday, June 12, 2026 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Seabrook. Dear mother of Allan (Faye), Lee (Wendy) and Ruth Poulter (late Shane), Loving grandmother of David, Kerri (John Oliver); Adam (Tanya), Thomas, Erin (Sam Elo); Eric (Erin), Matt (Sandra), Brian (Chelsey) and Emily. Also survived by 9...

Rosemarie Clair Atwill

Rosemarie Clair Atwill

Jun 10, 2026

The family of Rosemarie Clair Atwill is deeply saddened to announce her passing on June 10, 2026, after 86 years at the age of 29. Born in 1940 in Fort William Ontario, she was a devoted nurse who touched countless lives during her 45-year career, much of it spent at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. Rosemarie will be lovingly...

Leda Jane Thompson

Leda Jane Thompson

Jun 9, 2026

Leda Thompson (née LeBlanc) was a sister, mother, wife and much loved nanny. She was a traveller, an incredible gardener and a passionate lover of music. She laughed often and was happiest surrounded by friends and family, especially if music was involved. Leda was a proud Canadian of Acadian and Loyalist stock. She also loved her tropical second homelands, St....