Recent Obituaries

Mar 15, 2017

Mary C. Simpson

Born November 6, 1927, Mary passed away March 15, 2017 following a brief illness. Predeceased by her husband John, she will be much missed by her extended family and many friends. Beloved mother of Catherine (Keith Lay) and Ann (Mark Riley). A lifelong resident of Ottawa, Mary was the only child of...

Mar 14, 2017

1951 - 2017

It is with heavy hearts the family of Paul Maxwell share his peaceful passing on Tuesday, March 14 th , in Perth. Son of the late Leo and Edna Maxwell of South March. Survived by his loving fiancé Jenny Ross (sons Johnny and Jared), eight brothers and sisters: Gerald (Pat) Waterloo, Gary...

Mar 14, 2017

At the Ottawa General Hospital on Tuesday, March 14th. 2017. Claire Conor ( Charette, nee Riendeau) in her 88th year. Beloved wife and best friend of Larry Conor for 47 years. Loving Mother of Diane & (Mike), Anita & (Steve) Carmen & (Jack) Daniel, Linda & (Ron), John, Claudette, Patricia & (John). Proud Grandmother of sixteen, Honey, Michael, Tara, Cheryl,...

Mar 14, 2017

Snow, Bessie Marie

July 6, 1948 – March 14, 2017

Retired Registered Nurse – Ottawa Heart Institute

Passed peacefully away March 14, 2017, at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital in Ottawa after a short illness and surrounded by her loving family. Bessie, formerly of Newfoundland and Labrador, is predeceased...

Mar 13, 2017

Hammell – Dorothy

Peacefully in hospital on Monday, March 13, 2017 in her 94 th year. Beloved wife of the late Andrew Hammell. Dear mother of Wayne and Debbie McPhedran (Barry). Loving grandmother of Andrew, Kelley Findley (Trevor) and Amber and great grandmother of Ty and Addison. Predeceased by her granddaughter Melanie. Friends...

Mar 13, 2017

FRASER, Joyce Eileen

Peacefully on March 13, 2017 at the age of 95 years. Joyce and Keith were happily married for 67 wonderful years, having met on a blind date. Beloved mother of Miriam (Lionel Rowe) and Graeme (Lynne). Proud grandmother of Philip and Alex. Daughter of Frank and Janet Tate, Joyce was born in...

Mar 13, 2017

Lapointe, Elizabeth Anne (nee Barclay- from Halifax)

Born 02 September 1947 in Halifax, she passed away on 13 March 2017 at the age of 69, daughter of both the late Harold Barclay and Florence Blades of Jordan Falls, N.S. An avid genealogist and writer, Elizabeth leaves behind her loving husband Mario Lapointe, her brother-in-law Claude (PEI), her...

Mar 12, 2017

(nee Higgins)

August 21, 1952 - March 12, 2017

Sharon will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 43 years, Arnie Boeyen; her sons David (Kelly nee Nelson) and Shawn (Mark Bracko); and her grandchildren Danika and Nathan. Survived by her sister Linda (Cliff Williams) and brother Ron (Wendy nee Pasher). Predeceased by her...

Mar 12, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2017. Predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Thelma Sekerka-Bajbus (nee Harper). Loving father of Michael (Anne Marie) and Peter (in Liechtenstein). Cherished Opa of Keelin. He will also be missed by his brother Gabriel Hollo (the late Christiane), cousin Arthur Cameron (Roland, MB) and extended family Richard and Jinny Talbot...

Mar 11, 2017

In loving memory of Alice Layiki-Dehne, who peacefully died of cancer on March 11, 2017. Proud mother, wife and devoted counsellor to PTSD sufferers, Alice's passion for life and relentless positive attitude will be remembered by all who were fortunate enough to have known her.

Alice was born on July 21, 1959 in Buikwe, Uganda. As one...

Mar 9, 2017

Joan, retiree of External Affairs, passed away peacefully on March 9th. Predeceased by parents John Whitehead Jeakins and Dorothy Gwendolin (Hicks). Brothers Peter and David, nephews Murray and Lyle. Survived by nephews Paul, John (B.C.), William (Toronto), niece Janet Johnson (B.C.) and their families. Best friends Jean, Russell, Elaine, John (Godson), Graham and Bonnie Henderson and Margo Campbell. Special...

Mar 9, 2017

Bell - Jean (née Patterson)

Peacefully in hospital on Thursday, Mar. 9, 2017 in her 99 th year. Beloved wife of the late George Bell. Dear mother of Audrey (Rev. Bill Byers). Loving grandmother of Steven (Jill) and Shannon Daigeler (Chris) and great grandmother of Liam, Owen, Sam, Henry and Evan. Predeceased by...

Mar 7, 2017

Matheson, Patricia Margaret

Formerly of Almonte

April 5, 1927 - March 7, 2017

Peacefully on Tuesday with family by her side following a struggle with Alzheimers and cancer. Beloved wife of the late Ian Hugh Matheson. Loving mother of Andrea (Bruce)...

Mar 6, 2017

Alma passed away on March 6, 2017 at the age of 78. Wife of the late Larry Miller. Dear mother of Orville, Gary, Darlene (Jean-Marc Morgan), loving grandmother of Michaela and Chelsea. She will be missed by her sister Mary, devoted nieces and nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law and many friends.

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Mar 6, 2017

Hoefsmit-de Lint, Gerardina

On Monday, March 6, 2017, it is with sadness that we announce the death of Gerardina Margaretha (Dietje) Hoefsmit-de Lint, MEd, retired teacher at PWHS. She was predeceased by her husband Charles, her parents, and her brother. She is survived by her children Kamé (Lamont), Charles (Mary Anne), and Karin, her grandchildren, and her...

Mar 6, 2017

Tombs, Anthony Invicta

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tony on Monday, March 6, 2017 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of 50 years to Jill Tombs (nee Attrill). Loving father of Rebecca (Josh) Swedlove and proud granddad of Isabelle and Brooke. Dear brother of Jennifer Williams...

Mar 5, 2017

Peacefully on Sunday March 5th with family at her side. Beloved wife of Gord for 55 years. Loving mother of David (Wendy), John (Angelina), and Ian (Jessi). Cherished grandmother of Sarah and Lauren. Dear sister of Patricia (Jack) and Ruth (Peter). Susan will be greatly missed by extended family and friends. Friends may attend a visitation at the

Mar 5, 2017

Hollebone, Bryan

The Hollebone Family is sad to announce the passing of Dr. Bryan Ralph Hollebone, loving husband, proud father and grandfather. He died at home, Saturday evening March 4th. He is survived by his loving wife Jeannie Hollebone of 53 years, sons Bruce (Ellen MacIsaac), Eric (Wendy Curtis) and Ken (Cathy Ferris) and 4 grandchildren, Alex,...

Mar 5, 2017

ROGALA, Carl

September 18, 1940 - March 5, 2017

Suddenly and unexpectedly at home in North Gower on Sunday, March 5 at the age of 76. Carl is survived by his beloved wife Kerry (MacDonald), his children Troy (Jill Gillissie) and Erin (Mark Thomas), and his grandchildren Liam, Maxwell, and Clark....

Mar 4, 2017

On Saturday March 4, 2017 at May Court Hospice, Ottawa, in his 91st year. Born in Montreal in 1926, the youngest of six children, Bill was an athlete, physical education teacher, outdoorsman, summer camp director, carpenter and all-round handyman and story-teller. He was equally at home with a canoe paddle, golf club, ski pole, curling broom, hammer, coach's whistle,...