Recent Obituaries

Jul 4, 2023

The family of Gwendolyn “Gwen” Nowell Brown (nee Jones) originally of Montreal, Quebec, announce the passing of their beloved matriarch. She stepped into eternity peacefully with her family by her side on July 4, 2023 in her 82nd year at the Civic Hospital. She displayed true courage and resilience in every step of the journey.

The light of late husband...

Jun 29, 2023

 

Swann, Barbara Jean

(nee Colborn)

Peacefully at May Court Hospice, Mom passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the age of 91.  Dear wife to the late Ian Swann. Loving mother of Nicola Swann and Ursula (Jay) Sandefur. Predeceased by her parents Cecil and Olive (Williams) Colborn and by a sister Irene Johnson. Fondly remembered by her family...

Jun 28, 2023

After 2 years of uncertain illness and following a recent diagnosis of terminal cancer, Susan – a.k.a. Sue -passed away at her home in Carp with family by her side on Wednesday, June 28th, 2023. Beloved wife of Pierre Gérald Simard for over 35 years, Sue is survived by her son Zachary Benjamin Grant Simard and her daughter Madeleine Josée...

Jun 28, 2023

Ina Diordita (nee Tischenko) born in Novokuznezk, Russia, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 28 at the young age of 53. Ina is survived by her husband Igori and son Anatolie. Those who knew Ina knew her life was filled with joy and adventure. She was a loving mother and caring friend who showered each person she met with the...

Jun 26, 2023

 

Suddenly on June 26.  Jesse was the beloved partner of Kaeli McCarthy.  Just 36, he was brimming with life and laughter, only to be cruelly struck down at a moment of their greatest joy. The couple were preparing their new home while eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child.  Parents Robert and Lynn Hawkins, Kaeli, and her parents...

Jun 26, 2023

 

Our dear mother Mary Louise Geekie (nee Steele) passed away peacefully on June 26, 2023, after a long full life, leaving a legacy of unconditional love and the true meaning of family.

She was born in 1932 in Simcoe, Ontario to Walter and Mary Steele. While at Saltfleet High School, she met the love of her life, Douglas Albert...

Jun 25, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce that Herman Hugenholtz passed away peacefully at home on Sunday June 25th, 2023. Herman leaves behind his loving wife Bev Stevens Hugenholtz of 56 years. Cherished father of Lindsay Hugenholtz Sherk (Brad Sherk) and Chris Hugenholtz (Kerri Cameron Hugenholtz). Proud grandfather of Karsten, Brianna and Axl. He also leaves behind his sisters Maria...

Jun 24, 2023

Scrimgeour, John (Jack) Henry Carron

Passed away at the Queensway Carlton Hospital on Saturday June 24, 2023, in his 97th year. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Bowman). Loving father of Nancy Tomkins (Rob) and stepfather of Bob Dale (Martha), Alison Dale and Sandy Dale (Angela). Son of the late Robert and Mary Scrimgeour of Dundee, Scotland. Proud grandfather of seven...

Jun 24, 2023

Passed away at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Saturday, June 24, 2023, in his 90th year.

Husband to Patricia (née Kelly), father of Vicki Charlery (Solivans), Kim Scott, Randy Scott and Kelly Gordon (Grant). Grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 15. Brother of Ross (Shadia). Predeceased by sister Barbara and brothers Gary (Diane) and Wayne.

Friends will be received...

Jun 23, 2023

Addie Muriel McHaffie 

December 22, 1930 – June 23, 2023 

Retired Teacher  

Passed away peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital on Friday, June 23, 2023, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Alexander. Dear mother of Holly McHaffie, Lawrence McHaffie (Lauran), and Bruce McHaffie (Christina Smith). Loving grandmother of Callum, Elli, Ian, and Scott. Sister of Marjorie Howe...

Jun 22, 2023

Leonard David Carkner

1961 - 2023

Passed away in hospital in the early hours of Thursday June 22, 2023,  after a brave battle with illness and lymphoma.

Dearly loved father of Jacob and beloved brother of Linda (Dan McCann) and Glen (Penny).  Predeceased by his parents, Wesley and Joyce Carkner.  Dear uncle of Jennifer, Amanda, Kyle (Ashley), Wesley and great-uncle...

Jun 22, 2023

 

John, cherished and devoted husband of Rick Mannell, passed away peacefully after a short & unexpected illness, Thursday 22 June 2023 at the age of 62.  John spent the final 11 days of his life in the Intensive Care Unit on the Civic Campus of The Ottawa Hospital where he had worked for 36 years prior to his retirement...

Jun 22, 2023

It is with sadness the family of Dorothy Tennant announces her passing on June 22nd, 2023, at Robertson House, Ottawa. Dorothy was born on July 3rd, 1914, and was the daughter of the late John and Isabella Cathcart. She grew up on a dairy farm in Stanley’s Corner with her three sisters and one brother. Dorothy worked as a school...

Jun 20, 2023

Pamela Margaret Spurway passed away peacefully in Ottawa on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 after a brief illness at age 74.

Born and raised in Fredericton, NB, Pam was the first of four children of Bob and Joan Spurway. Pam will be remembered by those who knew her for her devotion to family and friends.

Pam was a devoted mother to...

Jun 20, 2023

Betty Birch grew up in Camden Town, London – a tough place during tough years. Her Mother was killed by a trolley when she was two. Betty had four brothers, as well as a stepbrother and a half-brother.  They kept a loving, strict eye on their pretty, spirited younger sister. She was an exceptional student but could not afford to...

Jun 18, 2023

Glen James Caskie

18 August 1968 – 18 June 2023

Family and friends are heartbroken over Glen’s early passing from Cancer and other complications, on June 18th at the Elisabeth Bruyere Hospice Unit.

Glen was predeceased by his mother Joan (Chapman) Caskie, wife of 25 years Cathie (Malkin) Caskie, and brother-in-law James Kerr....

Jun 14, 2023

June Doris Cowan born at Hillier Township, Prince Edward County, Ontario on April 26, 1929 and passed away at Toronto, Ontario on June 14, 2023

June Cowan was born into the hard-working Benway family of Prince Edward County in the year of the Great Depression. Her mother was Mabel Naomi “Mae” Benway (1905–2004) and her father was William Franklin Benway...

Jun 13, 2023

SKAFEL, Selena ANN (nee Ivill). On June 13, 2023, peacefully and with her beloved sons, Ann Skafel passed away at her residence in Ottawa. She was in her 85th year. Born July 12, 1938 in New Liskeard, Ann’s family moved to Montreal and Kitchener in her teens. After high school, Ann moved to London, ON to become a nurse. A...

Jun 12, 2023

JOSEPH WILLIAM QUINN Chief Warrant Officer RCAMC (Retired) February 8, 1921 - June 12, 2023 He passed peacefully with his devoted daughter Donna by his side. Dad was a proud Canadian Veteran.  He joined the army in 1937, served in WWII and the Korean War.  After 37 years in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps, he retired to become...

Jun 10, 2023

It is with overwhelming grief that we sadly announce the sudden passing of Grace Eileen Whiting (69) of Corkstown Road, Ottawa following a brief but devastating illness. She passed peacefully in the loving presence of Charlie Brimley, her partner of 31 years, and Wilma Whiting, her sister and lifelong closest friend.

Mourning her...