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Harold Everton Flake
Jun 1, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Everton Flake, who passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026, in his 98th year, surrounded by the love of his family.
Harold was the beloved husband of Margaret Carole Flake (née Patterson) and devoted father of Kimberly (Oleh). He was a loving and proud grandfather to Kristin and...
Steven Lindsay
May 31, 2026
Peacefully in hospital after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in his 63rd year. He is survived by his son Sean and his mother Heather McCormack; brother Glen (Nicole); and dear friend Angela McCleery. He will also be lovingly remembered by Alex, James and Colin Scott.
A celebration of life will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian...
Bernard Anthony "Tony" Cauley
May 31, 2026
Bernard Anthony (“Tony”) Cauley passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. Born on February 5th, 1931, in Toledo, ON, Tony was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Cecilia Cauley, and his siblings, Roger, Jordan, Joseph, Frank, Stan, and Mary. Tony was the beloved husband of his loving wife, Grace for over 70 years. Together, they built a life centered on...
James Albert Kent
May 30, 2026
James Albert Kent, age 94, passed away on May 30, 2026, at Perley and Rideau Veteran’s Health Centre, where he had resided for many years.
Born on March 31, 1932, to Mrs. Ellen Kent and Mr. David Kent in Eston, Saskatchewan, James, or Jim as he was known, grew up with four siblings to keep him company and share in the...
Phyllis Rose Carrigan (née Bielawski)
May 30, 2026
The family of Phyllis Rose Carrigan are saddened to announce her passing in hospital on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at age 80. Phyllis approached the end of her life just as she lived it; with grace, courage and humour that never faltered. She was surrounded by love in her final moments with her family by her side. Beloved wife of...
Joanne Plummer
May 29, 2026
Peacefully in hospital after a long battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis on Friday, May 29, 2026, age 69 years. Born, raised, and having lived her entire life in Manotick, Joanne was the original owner and creator of Mill Street Florist. She will be deeply remembered for her passion, creativity, and the warmth she shared with everyone around her.
Joanne leaves behind her...
Deborah Benita Anne Lalande
May 29, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Benita Anne Lalande (née Campbell), age 71 on Friday, May 29th, 2026, at the Civic Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Charles; her children Andréa (Steve), Julie (Michal), Matthew (Elizabeth) and Emmanuel (Josée-Anne); her eight grandchildren Tristan, Brynna, Calix, Aurélie,...
Beatrice (Bea) Fumiko Tanaka
May 29, 2026
Passed away peacefully at home in her 92nd year with her family by her side after a short battle with cancer. Predeceased by her loving husband Jim of 52 years in September 2016. Cherished mother to Stewart and Allison. Grandmother to fur baby ShoSho. Beatrice is also survived by her sister, Blanche and predeceased by her sister Florence (Isao), and...
Lily Mae Martin
May 28, 2026
Lily Martin (nee Graham) passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28th, 2026, in Ottawa. Predeceased by her husband Ivan Martin and son Michael Martin. Lily will be greatly missed by her children: Marva, Dean, and Rosemarrie, as well as her son-in-law Barry Rieder and granddaughter Olivia Martin-Rieder.
Lily was born in 1924 in St. James, Bruce Hall near Montego Bay. She...
Tsutomu "Tom" Nishizaki
May 26, 2026
Tsutomu Nishizaki
July 3, 1936 – May 26, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the death of Tsutomu Tom (Nish) Nishizaki, at The Courtyards on Eagleson, Kanata, on May 26, 2026, just short of his 90th birthday.
Tom will be sadly missed by his family and cherished friends, some of whom were his housemates for nearly 65 years.
Tom is survived by...
Sean Andrew Mullins McMurtry
May 23, 2026
Sean Andrew Mullins McMurtry, aged 54, passed away on May 23, 2026, in Ottawa. Sean was born in Toronto in 1972 and grew up there and in Calgary. An elite rugby athlete, he played for Western Canada High School, Calgary Irish Athletic Club, Banff Bears, and the Canadian Under 19 National Team. In his late 30s, he also led the...
Joseph Louis Dennis Martin
May 22, 2026
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Joseph “Louis” Denis Martin - son, brother, uncle, friend - on May 22, 2026, at the age of 65.
Born on June 22, 1960, in Toronto, Louis moved with his parents to their home province of New Brunswick in 1976, where he would graduate from James M. Hill Memorial High...
Joanne Lynn Poole
May 21, 2026
Joanne Lynn Poole (nee Penman) of Stittsville, Ontario, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, with loved ones at her side. She died at the Ottawa Civic Hospital following a brief illness.
Joanne was born on January 28, 1944, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to Wynn and Lorne Penman. In 1959, she moved to Oakville with her family and went on to pursue...
Rachel Madeleine Purser
May 19, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Rachel, at The May Court Hospice. Beloved wife of the late Wilson Purser and survived by her two loving sons, Michael (Shirley) and David (Cyndi). Proud grandmother of Thomas, Carolyn and Mark Purser. Predeceased by her parents, Anita (nee Maisonneuve) and Aurèle Groulx and one sister, Colette.
In keeping...
Maria Gonzalez
May 14, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Maria ‘Lela’ Gonzalez, who left this world on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the age of 93. Maria is predeceased by her devoted husband, José Gonzalez. She is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Maria Elena, and her son, José Luis, and adored by her grandchildren Rebecca (Brent),...
Dorothy Marion Lang
May 12, 2026
LANG, Dorothy Marion (née Hutt) - Age 89, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, at the Almonte General Hospital in Almonte, Ontario, Canada. Born on July 21, 1936, in Ottawa, Ontario, Dorothy lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to her family, her career in education, and her many passions.
Dorothy pursued her education at Glebe Collegiate and Teachers’ College...
Edward John "Ted" Legg
May 12, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Ted at the age of 87. He was born in Georgetown, British Guiana (Guyana), where his parents Max and Amy (née Wilkie), were working at the time. They returned to Canada by boat when Ted was 5-weeks of age. In 1942, his father again ventured away to...
Lorne Cecil Roach C.A.
May 11, 2026
Formerly of Greenfield Park, Quebec. Died peacefully after a long illness. Beloved husband of Margaret (née McDonald). Dear father of Kenneth (Anne-Marie Crowley) and Jennifer (Thomas Wellum). Fondly remembered by his cherished grandchildren, Rachel and Nicole Roach, and Angelina Correia.
Lorne had a long career in finance at the City of Gloucester and was the dedicated volunteer treasurer of Parkwood Presbyterian...
Delmer Draper
May 10, 2026
Passed away peacefully at home in his 98th year with family by his side on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Predeceased by his beloved wife Joan of 64 years in November of 2014. Cherished father to Wendy (Richard Taylor) and Cathy (Patrick Lapensee). Proud grandfather to Lauren, Sarah (Rudy Struthers), Brett (Chelsea and Lukas Magliocchetti), Brina Langevin, Kyle Langevin (Shelby Ashton)and...
Susan Jane Oliver
May 9, 2026
A Lovely Person
Susan (Marshall) has joined her devoted late husband John by the celestial fireside. She is sorely missed by her children David (& Leslee) of Kingston, Christy (Bruce Howell), Marni (Pierre Sirois) and Pam of Ottawa. Proud and loving Grandma to Spencer, Morgan and Warren Oliver, Dana, Madeline, and Simon Howell, Xander, Jacqueline and Julian Sirois and Mick Pratt,...
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