Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Ronald Beauchemin

Ronald Beauchemin

Sep 10, 2024

On Tuesday September 10, 2024 Ron Beauchemin of Ottawa passed away at home at the age of 75. Son of the late Yvon Beauchemin and late Rita Potvin. Predeceased by his sister Lise and brothers Roger and Pierre.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children: Suzy (Jason), Julie (Anoir) and David (Krystal); grandchildren: Trevor, Victoria, Parker, Sullivan, Maddison, Xander, Abigail,...

Helen Parr

Helen Parr

Sep 10, 2024

The family of Helen Parr, (née Gordon) of Ottawa is deeply saddened to announce her passing on Sept 10, 2024 at the age of 81 years.

She will be lovingly remembered by her stepchildren: Mike Parr (Guy Brassard) and Geoff Parr (Bonnie Chambers); grandchildren: Dylan, and Valerie Parr; brother, Robert Gordon; sisters Elizabeth McEachern and Mary Jensen as well as numerous...

Patricia Elsie Taylor

Patricia Elsie Taylor

Sep 9, 2024

Pat, as she was affectionately known by her family and friends, passed away peacefully at the Red Oak Retirement Residence in Ottawa ( Kanata ) on September 9, 2024. By all accounts and to all who knew her, Pat was a great lady and a woman of consequence. 

Born into a Chinese immigrant family with seven siblings in a town actually...

Georgina Frances Carruthers

Georgina Frances Carruthers

Sep 8, 2024

Carruthers, Georgina Frances

Born in Cork, Ireland on December 28, 1943

 

Georgie of Carp, Ontario passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Ted Carruthers. She is survived by her daughter Sandy McGill, granddaughter Kim and by sisters Eva (Bob) Porteous and Joyce Paulls (Larry) and brothers Ian (Ina) and Shane (Rosemary) Kavanagh. Dear...

Andrew Hill Young

Andrew Hill Young

Sep 5, 2024

Andrew died the morning of September 5, 2024 in the wooded garden of Ruddy Shenkman hospice in Kanata surrounded by the love and laughter of his family. He kept his sense of humour to the end, with the last sounds he heard being the wind in the trees and our laughter at his last quip! 

He was loved and cherished as...

Justo Recinos

Justo Recinos

Sep 5, 2024

Su vida fue nuestro mejor ejemplo, amó a su familia y su pasión fue el trabajo. Soporto el dolor con gran valentía. Descansa en paz querido padre. Te recordarán con cariño tus Hijos, Esposa y Familia Recinos 

Mary Ellen Kennedy (Keays)

Mary Ellen Kennedy (Keays)

Sep 4, 2024

Died peacefully in hospital on Wednesday September 4th, 2024 at the age of 83. 

Beloved wife of the late Douglas Allen Kennedy, dear mother of Maria (Brian) and grandmother to Matthew. Mary Ellen was the daughter of E. Irene (Beckstead) and Jack Keays, sister-in-law of Maureen Carrier (Paul) and aunt of Allison and Brad. 

Mary Ellen was a Registered Microbiologist and Biosafety...

Roger Moore

Roger Moore

Sep 2, 2024

With extremely heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Roger Moore. Roger passed suddenly and unexpectedly surrounded by his loved ones in a place he loved most. He was a hardworking, proud father and even more a proud grandpa. Roger had a personality like no other. He worked for the City of Ottawa for over 30 years. Roger will be...

Morris M. Kertzer

Morris M. Kertzer

Sep 1, 2024

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Morris M. Kertzer on September 1, 2024, at the Montfort Hospital, Ottawa, in his 94th year. 

One of Canada’s most prestigious lawyers, Morris was a graduate of the University of Toronto and the University of Alberta. 

Called to the Bar at the age of 24 he was, at the time, one of...

Basil William Albert Parks

Basil William Albert Parks

Sep 1, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Basil Parks at Granite Ridge Care Community -Stittsville after years of fighting dementia. He is finally at peace.Predeceased by his mother Ermel Parks (Faulkner) and father Orville Parks, brothers Weldon Parks (Beryl), Rodney Parks, and Dalton Parks (Barb), and sisters Delores Hayes (Bill), Romelda Irwin (Mathew), Lorraine McKay (Bill), Dwyla...

Leonard John Surges

Leonard John Surges

Sep 1, 2024

Leonard John Surges, PEng, CD

b. 2 August 1956, Vancouver, BC

d. 1 September 2024, Ottawa, ON



Leonard was the fourth child of Albert (Bud) and Evelyn (Sally Faulkner) Surges in a Vancouver, BC family of six children. A leader, he preceded his twin Lawrence by five minutes. They sang The Beatles’ “She Loves You,” at age 6, joined a church choir at...

Safi Haddad

Safi Haddad

Aug 31, 2024

Born on December 1, 1937, Safi Haddad was the firstborn child of Afif and Lisa (Sarhan) Haddad, with family roots in Sednaya, Syria. A man who cherished tradition, Safi continued this legacy by naming one of his sons David, honoring both a brother and an uncle.

A kind-hearted individual, Safi had a deep appreciation for nature, particularly enjoying the tulip festival...

Cynthia Ann "Kim" Ostrom

Cynthia Ann "Kim" Ostrom

Aug 30, 2024

“I’ve Croaked”

Sept. 7th 1947 - Aug. 30 2024

Artist • Advocate • Adventurer

Proud Grandmother to Finlay. Mom to Nick, Devon and Calder. 

Kim lived with gratitude for all who loved and supported her. We love her to the moon and the stars and back. 

Honouring her wishes, she was given a simple green burial, without a funeral, at Glenwood Cemetery. 

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Norah Patricia Sheppard

Norah Patricia Sheppard

Aug 30, 2024

On August 30, 2024, Norah Patricia Sheppard, surrounded by loved ones, peacefully took her last breath. Born in Toronto on January 8, 1928, she had a long and joy-filled life. She was predeceased by Robert Harold Sheppard, the love of her life and husband of sixty-six years. She is survived by her six daughters and their partners - Jan and...

Ian Thurston

Ian Thurston

Aug 30, 2024

Ralph Ian Stanley Thurston

June 29th, 1941 – August 30th, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ralph Ian Stanley Thurston on August 30th, 2024, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Ian was born in St. Catherines, Ontario, on June 29th, 1941, to Ralph Stanley Thurston and Margaret Christina “Bonnie” Thurston.

Ian is survived by his sister, Lynn Lesslie...

Gladys Mildred Robillard

Gladys Mildred Robillard

Aug 27, 2024

Robillard, Gladys 

nee Sauvé

Gladys Mildred Robillard passed away at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the age of 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Norman Joseph Robillard. Loving mother of Barrie (Wendy). Proud grandmother of Tess and the late Molly Robillard.

Glady was an avid sports fan and an outspoken spectator. She was an excellent historian when...

Marie Compton

Marie Compton

Aug 27, 2024

Dorothy Marie Compton, a true lady loved by all for her selflessness, caring ways and kindness left us on August 27, 2024. She turned 97 years old on August 2nd. Marie was surrounded by family when she died. She was loved by people and was vibrant and “sharp as a tack” up until 24 hours before her swift passing.

She was...

Elizabeth Ann Green

Elizabeth Ann Green

Aug 24, 2024

Elizabeth (Betty) Green

June 3, 1939 – August 24, 2024

 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Green (nee Guthrie). Betty passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 24, 2024, at the age of 85.

Betty was born in Almonte, Ontario on June 3, 1939 and lived in Tatlock before moving to a farm outside...

Dylan Michael Hill

Dylan Michael Hill

Aug 23, 2024

Dylan Michael Hill, age of 21, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 23rd, 2024. Born on October 27th, 2002, weighing just 2lbs 10oz, Dylan began his life as a true fighter. Despite early expectations of only surviving a year, he defied the odds with remarkable perseverance and strength. His infectious smile and hearty laugh brought joy to everyone who knew...

Myrna Lynn Aubin

Myrna Lynn Aubin

2024

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we announce that Lynn Aubin (neé Brown) passed away at the age of 63 after a long and protracted battle with dementia. Lynn passed away peacefully at Queensway Carleton Hospital in the company of Fred Aubin; her loving husband of 43 years.

Lynn is survived by her daughter Christine (Brad), son...