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Eleanor Rose Henderson
Nov 9, 2024
Eleanor Rose Henderson, sweetness itself, died Nov. 9th 2024. She passed peacefully at the Ottawa Heart Institute, at the age of 89, with family by her side.
Eleanor incarnated the qualities of kindness, zest for life, extraordinary strength, and love of laughter and friendship. She was born on Sept. 7th, 1935 in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, to Florence Annie (Rose) Atwood and...
Luu Duong
Nov 9, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Luu Duong, on November 9, 2024, at the age of 92. Born in Saigon, Vietnam, on September 14, 1932, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones who cherished her deeply.
She was mother to her children: Way Fat Tran, Chuan Way Tran, Vay...
Jane Truelove
Nov 8, 2024
Jane peacefully slipped away on the evening of Friday, November 8th after confronting her illness with strength and resilience over the last two and half years. Jane is survived by her amazing and beloved children, Katsua, Cynthia, and Keenai, step kids Ryan and Ooloosie, her sister Julie (John and Zoey), cousin Andrea (Robin), and friend and former husband, Brian. Jane...
Frederick Graham Shipman
Nov 8, 2024
Grant rest O Lord to the soul of your faithful servant Frederick (Fred) Shipman, (born April 3, 1922) who passed away peacefully at May Court Hospice, Ottawa, ON, November 8, 2024, at the age of 102 years.
Predeceased by his loving wife Leita Bertha Shipman (of sixty-nine years) and his daughter Judith Susan Matthewson .
Lovingly remembered by his daughter, Barbara Shipman...
J Grant McLaughlin
Nov 6, 2024
Peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the age of 68 with his family by his side. Loving husband of Elizabeth (Beth) for 37 years and father of James and Jodie. Dear son of Lois and the late Ross McLaughlin. Survived by his sister, Sharon (Marcel Charron). Predeceased by his siblings Hal and Wendy (Edward McParland)....
Patricia Helen Hutchison
Nov 6, 2024
The family of Patricia Helen Hutchison announces her death on November 6,2024 at age 95, after living a long, happy and fulfilling life.
Patricia was born in Ottawa and adopted by Ruby Pinhey of Carp, where she spent her formative years and was welcomed and encircled by both the Pinhey and Snelgrove clan.
She spent her working life between Ottawa, Montreal and...
Donald John Alfred Brawley
Nov 4, 2024
Donald John Alfred Brawley, aged 89, passed away on November 4, 2024, at Montfort Hospital in Ottawa, due to complications from COVID-19. Born on June 27, 1935, Don's life was marked by his dedication to his family and a distinguished career that spanned many decades.
Don grew up on a farm, a foundation that instilled in him the values of hard...
Gloria Elizabeth May Waterhouse
Nov 3, 2024
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Gloria Waterhouse. Gloria was born October 9, 1935, to Gertrude and Gilbert Johnson. She passed away peacefully in Ottawa on November 3, 2024, age 89. Predeceased by her loving husband Roland, brother Gilbert and her parents.
Gloria grew up in Westboro and was a proud graduate of Lisgar Collegiate Institute. In 1958 she...
Rosemary Elizabeth MacArthur (née Wilson)
Nov 2, 2024
Peacefully at the Ravines Residence in Ottawa with the thoughts and prayers of her family and friends; with sons Rob and Angus by her side at the end. Predeceased by her husband of more than 60 years, Peter Howard Douglas MacArthur. Loving sons Hugh (Eleni) James, Robert, Angus (Predeceased by daughter-in-law Kerry) (Amita). Proud grandmother of Duncan, Emily, Jack, Riya,...
Jennifer Cuddy
Nov 2, 2024
On November 2, 2024, our beloved Jennifer passed peacefully in her sleep. When we remember Jen, it will always be with joy. She was a precious gift to her family and friends, teaching everyone how to live with courage and an open heart.
Jen had severe epilepsy her whole life but she would not let that stop her from leading a...
Ken Brown
Nov 2, 2024
Kenneth (Ken) Edward Brown of Ottawa, Ontario, passed away peacefully on November 2nd, 2024, at the age of 87.
Ken is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Janet Brown, his sister Pamela Hudson, his daughter Caryn Brown (Doug Whyte), his grandchildren Krysta St. Amand (Matthew MacKinnon), Jack St. Amand, and his great-grandchildren Cody and Emma MacKinnon.
Ken was born May...
Doinita Elena Andreescu
Nov 1, 2024
Doinița Elena Andreescu, 80, passed away peacefully Friday, November 1st, 2024, at St Vincent Hospital, Ottawa, after a brave battle with brain cancer. She was surrounded by her loving husband and two daughters.
Born on November 26, 1943, in Ghirdoveni, Romania, to Gheorghe and Maria Ionescu, Elena lived her life with grace and kindness, admired for her elegance and beauty, and...
Helen Danks
Oct 31, 2024
We are heartbroken to share the loss of our beloved mother and grandma, Helen, who passed away peacefully surrounded by love.
Helen will be dearly missed by her children Mario and Juanita, and her grand children Avery and Sean.
Leaving her home in Scotland in 1969, Helen came to Canada looking to build a bright future with her husband Bill and wee...
Linda Crawford
Oct 31, 2024
Peacefully after a lengthy illness on Thursday, October 31, 2024 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Keith Crawford. Dear mother of Donna Dunbar (Brent), Darlene Spence (Ross), Ken and Kevin (Elizabeth). Predeceased by her son Keith Jr. Loving grandmother of Wes, Kyle, Katie, Cory, Skyla, Challis, Christine, Kaia and Cole and great mother of Ryker, Cohan, Ellen,...
Margaret Joan Fraser
Oct 28, 2024
We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Joan on October 28, 2024 at the Civic Hospital. Predeceased by her dear husband Ian Fraser and beloved daughter Victoria Fraser. Survived by her children Lee Fraser King (Darren) and Gord Fraser. Adored G'ma Joan to Angus, Axel and Emma. Cherished sister, aunt and great aunt to the Murphy and Downey...
Donald Charles Sykes
Oct 26, 2024
Following a courageous battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Don left this world peacefully on October 26, 2024. He is deeply missed by his beloved wife of 54 years, Sharma, cherished sons Sean (Susan), Brett (Robyn Paton), and treasured grandchildren Austin, Regan, and Jack, who were the great joys of his life. He was sadly predeceased by son Scott in...
Timothy Nolan
Oct 24, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce that Tim Nolan, a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, just days shy of his 81st birthday. He was born on October 31, 1943, in Trois Rivieres Quebec and lived a life defined by kindness, integrity, and a deep love for those around him....
Patricia Mary Moran
Oct 24, 2024
Patricia (Pat) Mary Moran
Passed away peacefully at Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice Kanata on Thursday October 24, 2024 at the age of 94.
Born (Temiscaming QC) to the late George and Laura (Burke) Ryan of Buckingham Quebec. She obtained her Post Secondary / teacher's college degree and decided to work as a Dental assistant.
There she met her great love Jim (James Emmett Moran 1926-2000)....
Dorothy Isabel Read
Oct 24, 2024
Dorothy Isabel Read (nee Saunders)
Dorothy Isabel Read, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, at the age of 91, surrounded by her loving family.
Dorothy was the devoted wife and best friend of Everett Read for 65 wonderful years. She was known for her kindness and caring personality, always remembering the birthdays and anniversaries of...
Mary Menna-Lafreniere
Oct 23, 2024
Mary Menna (Lafreniere)
Mary passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 23, 2024 at the age of 93.
She was predeceased by her husband and best friend of 30 years, James Lafreniere. She is survived by daughters Margot (Kevin Scrim), Barbara (Allan Mackay), sons Blair (Francine), Tony, and stepsons Rob (Katherine) and Mark (Nathalie), and grandchildren, Erik, Nicole, Brandon, Mary Kate,...
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