Recent Obituaries

Jun 22, 2016

Jessie Van Essen October 10, 1991 - June 22, 2016

Peacefully, in hospital, at Ottawa, ON at the age of 24, with his brother Corey (Nicole) by his side. Proud and Loving Brother of Corey (22). Also survived by his dearest Aunt Karen Van Essen and Cousin Sydney. He will also be greatly...

Jun 21, 2016

On Tuesday, 21 June, Emerson Coatsworth Ramsay Purchase passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. He was in his 95th year. Emerson was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy Gertrude Chute. He is survived by his loving children: George (Peggie), Bill, Jim (Kate), Janet (Shelley Bacon), Don (Georgina), and his adoring grandchildren: Jennifer (Rudi), Kelly, Matthew, Samantha...

Jun 21, 2016

Peacefully on 21st June in Ottawa at the Lord Lansdowne Retirement Residence. Daisy enjoyed classical music of all kinds, but especially chamber, organ and choral music, walking, the Globe and Mail crossword, borrowing books from the public library system, dogs and cats, curling and golf. She and her husband, J. Keith Gordon, were longtime members of the Ottawa Hunt...

Jun 21, 2016

Moffitt - Howard Robert

Peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 in his 90th year. Dearly beloved husband of the late Emily (Nesbitt). Dear father of Bruce (Brenda). Cherished grandfather of Matt (Candice), Melissa (Courtney) and Joanna (Tyler). Loving great grandfather of Mackenzie, Meghan and Charles. Brother of Frances Hill and Jim Moffitt. Predeceased by sisters...

Jun 19, 2016

Aitken - Francine Michelle (née Marion)

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 19, 2016 in her 70th year after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. She was the beloved wife of Alan Aitken and mother of James. She was the loving daughter of Edgar and Annette Marion of Cornwall, sister of Nicole (Alan), Michel (Debbie), Luc (Joanne),...

Jun 19, 2016

Bowes-Watson, Lucy Fletcher (nee Wilson) Peacefully on June 19, 2016, in her 98th year, in her home at the Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew, ON. Predeceased by her first husband Lee Edward Watson and second husband Walter Bowes. Daughter of the late William Wilson and Eliza Ann James. Lucy is survived by her five children Carol (Laurie), Bill (late Linda)...

Jun 18, 2016

In his 86th year, and after a long battle with Parkinson’s, Don passed away peacefully in the Hull hospital with family by his side. Beloved husband of Mairi Dun (63 years); loving father of Pat (Brian) of Whitehorse and CPO2 (Ret.) Peter (Bob) of Victoria. Proud grandfather of Sean (Kelly), Emma and Nicholas. Predeceased by son Robbie in 1985....

Jun 18, 2016

Passed peacefully away in Ottawa on June 18, 2016 after a lengthy illness, Doris Mary Vriezen- Nee Meaney. Predeceased by the love of her life, husband, Ben Vriezen (Benny), her parents Winnifred and Thomas Meaney, brothers Dan, Art, Mickey and sister Winnifred. She leaves to mourn family and friends in Newfoundland, Ontario, New York, Ireland and Holland. Doris grew...

Jun 17, 2016

Gillian-William (Bill)

Passed away suddenly on Friday, June 17, 2016 at the age of 84 years. Bill was the loving husband to his predeceased wife Martha (Hutchison) and is survived by his second wife Lois (Hyland). He also leaves behind his only daughter Carolyn. Very proud grandfather to Brandon and Krista. He is survived by his sister...

Jun 17, 2016

Manfred Gerstner

Suddenly at home after a brief illness on Friday, June 17, 2016 at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Maya. Loving father of Manuel and Andy (Trudy). Dear Opa to Nick and Katie. He will be missed by many family and friends both in Canada and Germany. Friends are invited to visit at...

Jun 13, 2016

Hore, Master Corporal Raymond William March 1, 1967 - June 13, 2016

Peacefully in hospital, Ottawa, Ontario surrounded by his family on Monday, June 13, 2016. Beloved husband of Terry Hore (nee Paulson). Loving father of Anthony, Tyler and Mackenzie. Cherished brother of Marie Hore. Predeceased by his parents James Edward Hore and Kathleen Hore (nee Fitzsimmons)....

Jun 13, 2016

Bergeron, Terry

It is with great sadness that the family of Terry Richard Bergeron announces his passing on June 13, 2016 after a lengthy illness with MS. Terry bore his illness stoically, bravely and without complaint. Terry will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 43 years, Joan and son, David (Jodi). He will also be fondly...

Jun 13, 2016

Passed away in Kanata, on June 13, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Darnley. She leaves behind three loving children, Robert (Shayne) in Northern Ireland, Ann Gordon (late Craig) in Kanata, and Ian (Martha MacIntosh) in Calgary. She is predeceased by her brother David and survived by her cherished sisters Peggy and Betty. She will be fondly remembered...

Jun 13, 2016

We are saddened to announce the death of Joan Darnley (nee Allen) in Kanata on June 13, 2016 following a long struggle with Parkinson's disease. Joan was predeceased (in 2006) by her husband, Arthur with whom she shared 52 very happy years. She leaves behind three loving children, Robert (Shayne) in Northern Ireland, Ann Gordon (late Craig) in Kanata,...

Jun 12, 2016

Katherine Bruce (nee Lankester)

Peacefully, surrounded by her family, after a valiant battle on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at the age of 49. Much loved wife of Kevin. Proud stepmother of Lindsay Gillies (Jason) and Hayley Bruce (Richard), and loving Nana to Jacob and Liam. Beloved daughter of John and Danka Lankester, and...

Jun 11, 2016

MARTIN – Lloyd Allan

After a lengthy battle with cancer, Lloyd passed away peacefully at the Bruy&egravere Hospital in Ottawa on June 11, 2016 at the age of 83. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of almost 60 years, Betty (née Wright); his children who admired and adored him David (Sylvie Gobeil), Shelley and...

Jun 10, 2016

Lancaster, Kent A.

Oct. 25, 1957 - June 10, 2016

Suddenly at home, on Friday, June 10, 2016. Beloved father of Karla (James) Freeman, predeceased by daughter Miranda. Cherished brother of Russell Lancaster. Fondly remembered by his former wife Ivona (Robert) Bradley. Kent was a proud public servant much respected and admired by his colleagues....

Jun 9, 2016

RMC3387 Jeffery Scott Upton Col(ret)

Son of the late Elsie Maud Jeffery and the late Thomas Frederick Upton, and devoted husband of the late Thér&egravese Dumas, died June 9, 2016 at Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa. Survived by his beloved caregiver and close friend Mary Sheffield, loving daughter Sue and husband Tim Tickner (Hamilton, Ontario), and brother...

Jun 8, 2016

Runolfson - Charles "Chuck”

Peacefully at Saint Vincent Hospital on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Petrie). Dear father of Rob (Cindy) and Paige Runolfson. Step father of Andrew Preston (Tammy) and Dan Preston (Tanya). Loving grandfather of Anika, Evan and Olivia Runolfson; Jarod, Jonah, Micah, Owen and Avery Preston. Also...

Jun 8, 2016

Ian William Eckersley

We are ever so sad to announce the death of our dearest Ian on June 8th, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife and partner Carolyn, dearest mother Susan, darling sister Anne (Howell), his mother-in-"lore" Patricia and his cherished sons Josh (Jennifer), Steven (Sandra) and Sam; his treasured grandchildren Harrison, Liam,...