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John Barry Graham
May 8, 2026
With broken hearts, the family announces that (John) Barry Graham passed away peacefully, with his loved ones by his side, at The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the age of 80.
Barry was a devoted husband, cherished father, proud grandfather, and a gentle soul whose presence enriched the lives of all who knew him.
Born and...
Joan Ferguson
May 9, 2026
Peacefully, in Ottawa, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 84 years old. Predeceased by her loving husband Fred Ferguson.
Joan was the proud mother of Ian (Mary Vincent), and cherished Nanny to Ella and Malcolm. Beloved sister of Wendy Elinsky, and dear aunt to Tana and Ryan. She will be missed by extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Tubman...
Eileen Dalrymple
May 4, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Eileen “Lynn” Dalrymple on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Perley in Ottawa. Born on April 12, 1962, in Ottawa, to Blanche and Claude.
Eileen is predeceased by her life-partner David Ventura, sister Sue, brother Jamie, mother Blanche Dalrymple (née Carriere), father Claude Dalrymple, and granddaughter Kaylee Lalonde.
She is survived...
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...
John E. Chatterley
May 6, 2026
John E. Chatterley, 83, died peacefully at home on May 6, 2026. He was born in Birmingham, England on November 23, 1942 – the son of Frank and Hilda (née Monk). He was the beloved husband of Rosemary Chatterley for over 50 years; the devoted father of Mark (Tracey) and Neal (Stephanie), and proud grandfather of Cole, Brooke, Jeremy, Ava,...
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...
Karen Christine Atwood
May 4, 2026
Karen Christine Atwood, 57, of Ottawa Ontario passed away suddenly on May 4th, 2026 with her family at her side.
Daughter of Michael and Kathe Atwood, her greatest joy was the birth of her son Michael. Her love and devotion to him was absolute. Her loving spouse of 12 years Peter Turton completed her life. Her family was her universe. She...
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...
Alice Rose Chiykowski
Apr 29, 2026
The family mourns the loss of Alice Chiykowski, who passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at the age of 93. She was the beloved wife of the late Lloyd Chiykowski for 59 years. Cherished and admired mother of Greg (Karen), Gayle, Tom (Elizabeth), and Teresa. Adored grandmother to Tanya, Peter, Valerie, Matthew, and William, and great-grandmother to Owen Gregory...
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...
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...
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...
Peter John Nutt
Apr 24, 2026
Peter John Nutt passed away peacefully on April 24th, 2026, listening to shared memories and stories from his loved ones surrounding him, along with his favorite music, The Beatles’ Greatest Hits.
Proud parents John and Olive Nutt brought Peter into this world in 1944 in York, England. Peter was the younger brother to his sister, Pat Hubbard. He is survived by...
William Watson Pearce
Apr 24, 2026
William “Bill” Watson Pearce passed gently on Friday, April 24, 2026, at age 98 with beloved family and staff nearby.
Born on December 27, 1927, in Toronto, to Harry and Muriel Pearce, Bill married his high school sweetheart Lilian Trevor (predeceased) in 1949.
In Toronto Bill worked as an editor for Mechanical Contractors Association, as well as a musician playing the clarinet...
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)...
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