Obituaries

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Nora Johnston

Nora Johnston

Feb 29, 2016

Morphy, Nora Ann, RN. Nee Johnston On Monday, February 29, 2016 in her 90th year. Predeceased by her husband Arthur W. Morphy. Loving mother of Elaine MacLean (Robert Peeling), Floyd, James and the late Norine Duhn. Grandmother of Sarah, Amy (Graig), Nicholas, Michael and Evan and great-grandmother of Grace and Avery. Predeceased by brothers James, William, Lawrence and Joseph....

William Foster

William Foster

Feb 29, 2016

Suddenly at home as a result of a heart attack on Monday, February 29, 2016 in his 56th year. Beloved son of Joan and the late John. Loving brother of Bob (Kathy), Peter (Bonnie) and Scott (Diane). Cherished uncle of Kurtis (Stephanie), Craig (Jessica), Hillary, Brad, Tanner, Shawn and Brandon. Bill will also be missed by many family and...

David Statham

David Statham

Feb 27, 2016

David John Statham

Commander (Retired Royal Canadian Navy)

Peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at age 74. Beloved husband of Susanne Statham (née Huwiler). Loving father of Brian, Lisa and Robert, and step-father of Taranee and Kristina. Grandfather of Chloé, Charlotte, Cameron, Zoe, Elle, Max, Keir, Savannah and Marley. Son...

Velma Wilson

Velma Wilson

Feb 26, 2016

Seabrook - Velma

Peacefully in hospital on Friday, February 26, 2016 in her 92 nd year. Beloved wife of Clarance. Dear mother of Lynda Mulligan (late David) and Wayne (Marilou). Loving grandmother of Ryan (Stephanie) and Reid; and great grandmother of Ryley and Shawn. Sister of Jean Henderson (Hartley). Predeceased by sister her Blanche Tarling (late Arthur)....

Claudette Dallaire

Claudette Dallaire

Feb 26, 2016

Marie Rose Aimée “Claudette” Dallaire On February 26th, 2016, in Ottawa at the age of 83. Beloved mother of Françoise Emery, Louis Emery(Sunny Li), Jean Emery (Tamara née Fay), Matthieu Emery (Silvia née Panarella) and Julie Cooper. Cherished grandmother of André, Aimée and Céleste Emery, Amanda and Eric Emery, Marina, Alexa and Julia Emery, Jacob and Lily Cooper. Daughter of...

Robert Church

Robert Church

Feb 24, 2016

Church, Robert Emerson

(Squadron Leader retired)

On February 24th, at home, Robert Emerson passed away suddenly at the age of 96. Bob was predeceased by his wife Gloria and all his siblings: sister Myrtle and brothers Frank, Jim, Jack and Les. Bob is survived by his wife Margaret Klassen-Church...

Leonard Brooke

Leonard Brooke

Feb 23, 2016

Leonard C. Brooke

Peacefully, on February 23, 2016, in his 92nd year. Loving husband of Kate for sixty-eight years; Father of Kathryn (David), David (Mary), Grandfather of Alex (Sarah), Andrew (Fiancee Jennifer), and Samantha; Great grandfather of Jordan. Also survived by his sister Lois Stevens. Pre-deceased by his siblings Frederick, John, Dorothy Parker, and Muriel McSkimming. Broadcaster...

William Orr

William Orr

Feb 22, 2016

Orr, William "Bill"

Peacefully at the Ottawa Heart Institute early Monday morning, February 22, 2016, at the age of 77, with his wife and children by his side. He is fortunate to be survived by his beloved wife Carol (nee Fitzpatrick) and children Dianne (Dave) Fred (Rebecca) and Lesley (Jason). Loving Papa of Anne, Calli, Abigael...

Kenneth Cavers

Kenneth Cavers

Feb 21, 2016

Kenneth M. Cavers

Veteran – RCN, WWII

Member of the Royal Canadian Legion (Manotick Branch)

Peacefully, on Sunday, February 21, 2016 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Grace (nee Kelley). Loving father of Susan South (John) and Nancy Swanson (Stuart). Proud grandfather of Philip and Meg. Predeceased by his parents James Cavers...

James Kritsch

James Kritsch

Feb 21, 2016

Kritsch, James

Suddenly in hospital, Ottawa, Ontario on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at the age of 69. Loving husband to Christina Werner. Cherished father to Gina Radic (Kent Raistrick) and Carrie Kritsch (Robert Picard). Adoring and cherished grandfather to Brian James Raistrick. Beloved brother of Johanna (George) Ferguson, Judith (late Bill) Scollon and...

Anna Mulligan

Anna Mulligan

Feb 21, 2016

Grierson, Anna Irene

Nee Mulligan

At Granite Ridge on Sunday, February 21, 2016 in her 92 nd year. Beloved wife of the late Harold. Loving mother of David (Pat), Philip (Donna), and Judith Greaves (Bill). Also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the

Carp Chapel of Tubman Funeral...

Graham Thompson

Graham Thompson

Feb 20, 2016

Thompson - Graham

Peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, February 20, 2016 in his 83 rd year. Beloved husband of Barbara (Hill-Holland). Devoted father of Kevin (Heather) and Sheryl Church. Cherished grandfather of Zackary, Serena, Aaron, Ashley and Vanessa. Brother of Lorne (Helene). Predeceased by his first wife Judy (McNaught) and second wife Esther...

Joan Ferguson

Joan Ferguson

Feb 20, 2016

LEWIS, Joan Lillian (nee Ferguson)

October 7, 1937 – February 20, 2016

Formerly of The Ottawa School Board of Education

Peacefully at Elisabeth Bruyere Continuing Care Hospital, following a battle with cancer. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan/Mom. Daughter of the late Harry and Evelyn Ferguson of...

Betty Kendall

Betty Kendall

Feb 19, 2016

Betty Ann Frances Jocelyn MacMartin

October 9, 1952 - February 19, 2016

Peacefully with her family by her side, Betty Ann Frances Jocelyn MacMartin (Kendall) passed away on Friday, February 19th, 2016 at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus. Daughter of Predeceased Walter and Betty Kendall (Newell), Betty Ann is survived by...

Bridget Minehan

Bridget Minehan

Feb 18, 2016

Bridget Haines (nee Minehan)

At the Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus, surrounded by family, on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at the age of 89. Predeceased by her husband Peter of 45 years. Loving mother of Charissa Watts (Robert), Paul Haines (the late Andrea), and Bill Haines (Sherri Coxon). Nana to Melanie and Shawn; Garrett and Kyra; Alicia...

Annalee Voaden

Annalee Voaden

Feb 18, 2016

BECK, Annalee Bernice (nee Voaden)

R.N. – Toronto General Graduate ’51, V.O.N.,

Infirmary – Carleton University

Passed away peacefully at Garden Terrace Nursing Home, on Thursday, February 18, 2016. Born March 3, 1929 in St. Thomas, ON, the devoted daughter of Carl and Verda Voaden,...

Gladys Drysdale

Gladys Drysdale

Feb 16, 2016

Peacefully in hospital on February 16, 2016 at the age of 95. Loving wife of the late Leonard Mulligan. Beloved mother of Linda (Ron), Brian (Valerie) and Ron. Grandmother of Chris, David, Laura, Pamela, Jennifer and Adam. Great grandmother of Kirsten, Cameron, Reagan and Lily. Survived by her brother Bruce (Gail). Predeceased by her siblings Leslie, Norma and Ross....

Valerie Scarborough

Valerie Scarborough

Feb 16, 2016

SHIVES, Valerie Howard (nee Scarborough)

Veteran - WWII Women's Royal Air Force , Canadian War Bride

Following a family day celebration, Val slipped away peacefully in her sleep early Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Robert A.K. Shives. Devoted mother of Ann Popovich (Vic), Jane Bradley (Bob),...

Patricia Studholme

Patricia Studholme

Feb 16, 2016

Passed away peacefully to cancer on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Loving daughter of Helen and Garnet Studholme. Cherished wife of Steven. Dear mother of David (Mariella) and Scott (Anne). Proud grandmother of Marina and Cassandra. The family wishes to thank the Champlain Community Care Access Centre and all of the doctors and nurses in the ICU at the Queensway...

Patricia Avery

Patricia Avery

Feb 16, 2016

Pat passed away peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 in her 76th year, Beloved wife of Steven. Loving mother of David (Marella) and Scott (Anne). Sadly missed by her grandchildren, Marina and Cassandra. There will be a graveside memorial service on Saturday, April 30th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Capital Memorial Gardens (Please meet...