Recent Obituaries

Aug 9, 2017

HARDING, CPO 1st Class, Lloyd George "The Duke" ( CD RET'd R.C.N.)

At age 100, formerly of Dartmouth NS, born in Trail BC, crossed the bar August 9 2017 in Ottawa.

Lloyd joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1938 and spent a lot of his time during the second war at sea. Then came the...

Aug 5, 2017

Overton,Carol May

June 11, 1950 – August 5, 2017

Carol Overton of Aylmer, Quebec on Saturday August 5, 2017. Devoted mother of Brent Weatherall (Elizabeth) and proud grandmother of Abigail. Dearest sister of Garry (Charleen), Jean (the late Richard Dodge), and Wally (Monique Dumouchel). Predeceased by her...

Aug 3, 2017

Dr. Agatha Sidlauskas (Agota Sidlauskaite ‘Doc’) was born on February 5, 1914, in Siauliai Lithuania, the seventh of the nine children of Morta Jespelkis and Jonas Sidlauskas. She completed all of her undergraduate and masters level studies in her home country at the University of Kaunas (MA Philosophy 1936). She then moved to Milan, Italy as a scholarship student,...

Aug 1, 2017

After a long and meaningful life, on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 in her 100th year, Mabel left this life. Beloved wife of the late Jobie Riley. She leaves behind her daughters Joanne (Don) and Marilyn (Brian) and her beloved other "other kid" Christine. She also leaves behind her treasured grandson Jobie Donald. Interment to be held on Saturday, October...

Jul 31, 2017

Joynt - Glenn

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Glenn Joynt on Monday, July 31, 2017 at the age of 84 years. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee McLelland). Loving father of Karen (Frank Lamoreux), Brian (Suzanne Bourquin), and Dale (Tracy). Proud grandfather of Meghan, Olivia, and Liam. He is predeceased by his brother...

Jul 31, 2017

Henderson, Daniel James

(Retired- Supervisor of Equipment & Fleet Services Manager for City of Ottawa)

(President of Ottawa-Carleton Pensioners Association)

Peacefully with his family by his side on Monday July 31, 2017 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital Dan Henderson’s bright beautiful blue eyes faded away...

Jul 31, 2017

Piitz, Ethel Alberta

Nee Montpetit

After a long life, well lived and full of adventure, Ethel decided it was time to make a graceful exit on Monday, July 31, 2017. Ethel loved people, was a devoted friend, avid sportswoman, Canadian championship curler (her portrait still hangs in the Flin Flon, Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame),...

Jul 29, 2017

Munro, Marjorie June

formerly Acres

nee McMillan

With proud hearts and incomparable memories, we share the passing of our mother, step-mother, grandmother and sister Marjorie Munro (formerly Acres, nee McMillan) on 29 July 2017 in her 89th year. Marjorie was a career educator; among her...

Jul 28, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Friday, July 28, 2017 at the age of 86. Predeceased by his wife Marion. Loving and cherished father, grandfather and soon to be great grandfather. Gord will be fondly remembered by his surviving relatives and many friends. A visitation will be held at Woodroffe United Church, 207 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa on Tuesday, August 8, 2017...

Jul 28, 2017

On Friday July 28, 2017 in Ottawa, ON at the age of 37. Cherished daughter of Debbie Soublier and the late Joe Kiszka. Mother of Anthony, Jeffery, Ronald, Cooper and Olivia. Beloved sister of the late Kelsey Kiszka, Alexis Kiszka, and Ryan Belanger. Dear aunt of London Kiszka. Cherished grand-daughter of the late Sophie Kiszka. Jessie will be missed...

Jul 27, 2017

Schultz, Audrey E.

Nee McGillis

Peacefully, after a brief illness, on Thursday, July 27, 2017 in her 95 th year. Beloved wife of the late Roy Henry Schultz. Mother of Karen Hunter and the late David Schultz (Lillian). Loving grandmother of Kathy Bedard (Rob), Terry, Andrew and the late Wendy. Cherished great-grandmother of Bradley, Dylan...

Jul 26, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at the age of 83 years. Predeceased by his wife Florence Parks. Loving father of Larry (Brenda) and Shelly (Mario Filion). Proud grandfather of Stephen, Abigail and Cameryn. Survived by his sister Joyce (Doug) Charter. Predeceased by his parents Anna (nee Jamieson) and Russell Parks as well as his siblings Jim...

Jul 26, 2017

COOMBS, MARGARET GILBERTA “BERTIE” Passed away in Stittsville, ON, at the age of 86 years on Thursday July 27, 2017, of complications from a stroke suffered on June 2, 2017. Bertie was born in Wroxeter, ON on Saturday August 2nd, 1930. Married James “Jim” Coombs on Saturday October 17, 1953 and lived with Jim in Toronto, Montreal, Rothesay New Brunswick,...

Jul 26, 2017

Murchison, Judith Ann (Judie)

Peacefully at her late residence on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Judie Murchison, age 72 of Ottawa, Ontario. Beloved daughter of the late John T. Murchison and the late Jean A. (Whyte) Murchison. Survived by her cherished daughter Carol Jean Watson (Paul) of St. Avit, France. Judie is...

Jul 25, 2017

On Tuesday, July 25, 2017 Roger crossed over the "Rainbow Bridge". His favorite Pal, Happy, waiting to welcome him to Heaven. Son of the late Anne and Archie Wright of Hamilton, Ontario. Predeceased by his wonderful brother "Ted". Roger was married to Gloria (nee Wagorn) Wright for 59 very happy years. They met at Lisgar Collegiate in 1952 and...

Jul 24, 2017

Unexpectedly on Monday, July 24 th , 2017 at the tender age of 28 years old. Cherished son of Suzanne Temple (the late John) and John (Nicky Johnson). Loving brother of Robyn and Kimberly. Will be dearly missed and is survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, many friends and extended family. A memorial service will be held on Friday,...

Jul 24, 2017

Allan went home to be with his Lord on July 24, 2017, aged 91 years. Born in Ottawa, Allan spent his career as a chartered accountant at Revenue Canada and later as an expert tax consultant, working well into his eighties. His happiest times were those spent with his family, to whom he imparted unconditional love, valued wisdom and...

Jul 23, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Jean, on July 23 in her 91st year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Albert, whom she has missed every day these past 19 years. The family's only comfort is knowing that they will finally be together again.

"You are always in my heart...

Jul 22, 2017

Ovens - Maureen

With hearts full of happy memories, we share the passing of our wife, mother, grandmother and sister Maureen Ovens on Saturday, July 22, 2017 in her 72 nd year. Beloved wife of Ron, loving mother of Christopher (Lori), Tania and Colleen and adored grandmother of Kaitlyn, Jordyn and Alexander. Sister...

Jul 22, 2017

Rosemary Florence Frances Pollard

(née Gretton)

Peacefully, in hospital, in the presence of family, on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at the age of 87. Much loved wife, of William "Bill" Pollard for 65 years. Beloved mother of John (Louise), David (Doris), Michael, and Sheila Buell (Michael). Proud grandmother of Kristine Miller...