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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Diokno Digay Segundo
Aug 21, 2024
The family of Diokno Digay Segundo are sad to announce his passing on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at the age of 61 years. Beloved son of Lucia and the late Alejandro Segundo.
Friends are invited to pay their respects at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.) Nepean on Saturday, August 31, 2024...
Bonnie Leigh Kenny
Aug 20, 2024
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024 with family by her side in hospital at the age of 68. Beloved wife of 50 years to Bert Kenny. Loving mother of Larry (Krista) and Kelvin (Pam). Proud grandmother of Evelyn-Marie (Adam), Gavin, Carter, Harrison, Halle and great grandmother of Adelyn. Cherished sister of Barrie McLaughlin (Janet) and the late Roger....
John Douglas "Doug" Wallace
Aug 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Douglas Wallace, peacefully in hospital on Monday, August 19, 2024, in his 84th year.
Doug was born on May 28, 1941, in North Gower. He was a loving husband of Barbara (Cartier) and previously Joan Ann (Workman), proud father to Michael (Alison), and the late David (Patty), and cherished...
Carole Anne Bradford
Aug 19, 2024
It is with a heavy heart and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carole Bradford (nee Thompson) peacefully at home on August 19, after a lengthy battle with Cancer. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be deeply missed by all.
Carole is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Richard, her children,...
Philip Joseph Szell
Aug 18, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Philip Szell on August 18, 2024, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. He is now resting peacefully, reunited with his beloved parents, Elizabeth "Mumsie" Philips and Josef Szell. Born on October 22, 1954, in Swansea, Wales, Philip moved to Canada as a child, where his family settled in Ottawa, the city...
Tammy Elster
Aug 16, 2024
Tammy Janet Elster, 52, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at Elizabeth Bruyere St. Vincent Hospital on Friday, August 16, 2024, in Ottawa. Born on July 31, 1972, Tammy was a devoted mother and loving grandmum.
She is survived and will be extremely missed by her daughters, Brooke and Cassie Charbonneau, and her beloved grandson, Tristan Charbonneau, whom she adored...
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