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Joyce Dorothy du Fresne
Nov 14, 2023
du Fresne, Joyce Dorothy
(nee Bennett) –
Quietly and peacefully in hospital on Tuesday, November 14 at the age of 92, after experiencing a massive stroke. Also known as “The Bride” or “JoJo”, pre-deceased by loving husband Duncan of 59 years. Proud graduate of the Ottawa Civic Hospital School of Nursing – Class of 1952B. Loving Mother to Bruce...
David John Bennett
Nov 14, 2023
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of David Bennett in his 65th year, on November 14, 2023, peacefully at home. Beloved husband and best friend to Judie for over 30 years. Devoted father of Dawson, Holly, Mason, and Jaden. Loving son of Iris, and Don (pre-deceased), brother of Diane and Doug (Linda), brother-in-law of Heather (Andrew), and...
Bryce Joseph McClelland
Nov 14, 2023
McClelland, Bryce Joseph
Peacefully on November 14, 2023, at the age of 92. Bryce was the beloved husband of the late Joan (née Carson) for 61 years. Son of the late Herbert and Susan McClelland. Brother to Verna and Bethel.
Supportive and proud father of Laurie (Mark), Neil (Kay), and Grant (Fiona). Loving grandfather to Philippe (Naomi), Kristen (Chris), Janelle...
Glen Magee
Nov 13, 2023
Glen Magee, of Manotick, Ontario, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, November 13, 2023 at the age of 97 years. Glen is survived by his loving wife Barbara (nee Darker); daughter Jane Kroeker (Ken) of Ottawa; son Peter (Anne Rogers) of Invermere; son Colin (Michele) of Calgary and their children Blair and Maryn. He is also survived by...
Clarence Eric Westbrook
Nov 13, 2023
WESTBROOK, Clarence Eric (Retired OC Transpo, Operator #280, Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #480 and Loyal Orange Lodge #126) – Passed away peacefully at the Redwoods Retirement Residence on Monday, November 13, 2023, in his 99th year. Beloved husband of the late Jean (nee Armitage). Cherished father of Brenda Lonergan (Bruce). Devoted grandfather of Ryan and Olivia. Loving companion...
Bruce Norman Todd
Nov 13, 2023
Peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2023 in his 89th year. Survived by his children Bonnie Todd, Lana Todd and Jamie Todd, and their mother Dolores Todd. Predeceased by his partner Linda Van Koeveringe.
A memorial service will be held at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd., Nepean on Friday, November 17th at 11 am.
Those...
Leonard William Westwell
Nov 13, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of our father, Leonard William Westwell. Born September 24/1928 and passed away November 13, 2023.
Pre-deceased by his loving wife Shirley (Nee Gale), father William (Bill), mother Doris (Nee Leigh), brother George, and sister Barbara. He is survived by his brother Dennis.
He passed away peacefully in the Queensway Carleton Hospital surrounded by...
Dorothy Joanne Palmer
Nov 10, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family announces that Dorothy passed away peacefully from a sudden illness at the age of 78 at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute in Ottawa, Ontario on November 10, 2023.
Survived by her daughters Kirsten and Erika (Matt Zulawski), lovingly remembered by her grandchild Sasha, and family and friends across Canada and abroad.
Dorothy was...
Glenda Wilson
Nov 8, 2023
Wilson, Glenda (nee Krose) passed away peacefully at Saint-Vincent Bruyère Hospital on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at the age of 80. Predeceased by her husband Doug, and brother Carl. Lovingly remembered by her sons Bruce (Jenn) and Scott (Ling), grandchildren Katie, Brad, Elizabeth, Ashley and Adele, sister Greta (Rob), her nieces and nephew, and several cousins, neighbours and friends.
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Carl George Greene
Nov 7, 2023
Letters to My Brother in Heaven
They say there is a reason
They say time will heal;
Neither time or reason
Will change the way I feel
Gone are the days
We used to share,
But in my heart
You are always there.
The gates of memories
Will never close;
I miss you more than
Anybody knows...
Love and...

Catherine Delahunt
Nov 7, 2023
With great sadness we announce the passing of Catherine on November 7, 2023 at the age of 71. Loving wife of Reginald Delahunt for 44 years. Devoted mother of Stacey, Jeffrey and Jamie. Proud grandmother of six grandsons and two granddaughters. Private funeral arrangements. A celebration of life to announced at a later date.
William Stanley Bond
Nov 6, 2023
The night sky will be shining brighter tonight.
On Monday, November 06, 2023, William Stanley Bond (81) passed away peacefully at home with his beloved partner, Beverley Mallet at his side. Billy will be fondly remembered by his friends, family and everyone who met him. He was filled with love and light and always had a story, quick witted one...
William Cowtan
Nov 6, 2023
Former Hydro Ottawa employee. Bill passed away peacefully on Monday, November the 6th at the Grace Manor, at the age of ninety. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara, and their three children: Susan, Bruce (Lisa) and Jeffrey (Karen). He leaves behind his dear grandchildren, Alison, Benjamin, Cole, Jessica and Bryan, and step-grandchildren, Spencer, Elaina, and Sophia....
Monica Mary Pine
Nov 5, 2023
In loving memory of our wonderful Mum, Monica. Sunday, November 5, 2023 at age 94. Devoted mother of Carol Litwack (Paul Lavigne) and Julia Pine (Kevin Chappell). Doting grandmother of Shaina and Lisa.
Born Monica Bateman in Reigate, England, she moved to Canada with her husband Michael Pine in the mid-1950s and they settled in Ottawa. She loved nature,...
Reta Doris Campbell
Nov 5, 2023
CAMPBELL, Reta Doris – Passed away peacefully at the Montfort Hospital on Sunday, November 5, 2023, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Larry. Dear partner and best friend of Don Markwick. Loving mother of Kim Gardiner (the late Ray) and Stephen Campbell (Jennifer). Dear grandmother of Erin and Aiden. Sister of Gwen Rintoul and the late Ross Craig....
David Wyn Alexander Wentzell
Nov 4, 2023
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of David Wentzell (62) surrounded by loved ones at home. He was a beloved husband to Julie for 34 years and loving father to Alexandra (Adrian) and Kelly (Marc). Cherished son of the late Jessen and Heather Wentzell. Dearest younger brother to Robin, Peter (Sybil), Gary (Christine) and Ruth (Chuck). Loved brother-in-law...
Catherine Ann Macra
Nov 4, 2023
Macra – Catherine Ann
In hospital at Smiths Falls, ON on Saturday, November 4, 2023 in her 70th year. Beloved wife of Yves. Dear mother of Jeremy (Jennifer). Loving grandmother of Nicholas, Emma, and Devon. Sister of Robert Boyd (Karen).
Friends may attend a visitation at the Kars Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr.,...
Michael Ketchum
Nov 3, 2023
Mike passed away peacefully with loved ones by his side after a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer.
Mike was a devoted husband to Margaret (Blagg) and an active and loving father to his children Libby, Caleb and Jessica. He will be reunited with his dear son Vincent and little baby Emily as well as his father Ted Ketchum and will meet...
Valorie Preston
Nov 1, 2023
Valorie Preston was a doer and her gravy is legend. She was not well-behaved but she didmake history as a teacher, political organizer, community leader, artist and advocate for socialjustice.Born in Winnipeg and raised on a mixed family farm outside Milden, Saskatchewan, Valoriewalked a literal 2 miles across the prairie to a one room schoolhouse in Winton Hill. She finishedhigh...
Margaret Jean Smith
Nov 1, 2023
With sadness but in gratitude for a well-lived life, the family announces the peaceful passing of Margaret Jean Smith (née McDonald) on November 1, 2023, aged 96. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, but a proud Canadian, Margaret was the wife of the late Peter B. Smith (2011). Also predeceased by her parents, Richard McDonald and Jean McGregor, and sister Anna...
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