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Kathleen May Barrett
Aug 27, 2026
Kathleen May Barrett (nee Devlin) died peacefully after a long illness surrounded by her children and grandchildren Thursday, August 27th, 2026, at the age of 89. Predeceased by her parents, Olive and William Devlin, her dear husband Gerry, her twin Arleen Macpherson, her sister Patricia, and her brother Tom. Loving mother of Bill (Caroline Zentner), Nancy (Steve McCabe), Paul (Kristen...
Bernice Heath
Aug 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Bernice Heath announces her peaceful passing in Ottawa, Ontario, on August 26, 2026.
Bernice was predeceased by her beloved husband, Ford Heath; her parents, Joshua and Marjorie Winsor; her parents-in-law, Alexander and Selina Heath; her infant siblings (twins, boy and girl); her sisters, Velma Drown and Betty Matthews; her brother,...
Robert Joseph Edgar Weatherall
Aug 26, 2026
June 12, 1957 – August 26, 2026
Robert Joseph Edgar Weatherall, beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 69 on August 26, 2026, at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice in Ottawa, Ontario.
Rob was born on June 12, 1957, in Steinbach, Manitoba, to William Edgar Weatherall (Ed) and Margaret Jean McLeod (Jean). Rob was a loving brother to his...
Eloise Schaan
Aug 25, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eloise Schaan on Tuesday, August 25, at the age of 88. Beloved wife of Lloyd (deceased). Loving mother of Barb and Suzanne (Dominic). Devoted grandmother of Alex (Kareina) and Lauren (Garrett), and great-grandmother of Amara. Sister of Ruth Germeroth and Connie Davis (deceased).
Eloise was recognized for her leadership and...
Trevor Hutchinson
Aug 25, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Trevor Hutchinson on August 25, 2026 at the age of 75, in Ottawa, ON.
Trevor was the beloved husband of Susan Greenslade for 33 years. He was a loving stepfather to Stacey Kirkpatrick (Kevin), and a cherished grandfather to Ashley Greenslade-McKay (Gianni), Daniel Greenslade-McKay, Lauren Kirkpatrick (Jack) and Joseph Kirkpatrick.
Born...
Harold MacDonald
Aug 24, 2026
Harold MacDonald passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026, in his 90th year, surrounded by the love of his family. Harold was the loving and devoted husband of Pat (née Smith), with whom he shared a lifetime of love, family, and treasured memories. Cherished father of Trisha Galipeau (late Marc), Lynn MacDonald, Rod Saunderson (Gretchen), and Joey MacDonald. A fun-loving...
Garth Alden Small
Aug 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Garth Small at Kemptville District Hospital, surrounded by his family on Monday, August 24, 2026 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Linda (née Scharf). He was the son of the late Alden and Marguerite Small. Dear father of Kelly Kearney (Michael) and Vicki Robson (James Clarke). He also leaves behind his...
James Philip Bruce
Aug 23, 2026
The Bruce family is deeply saddened by the death of James (Jim) Philip Bruce, but they are also proud and amazed by their loving great grandfather, grandfather, father and husband for a life well lived – a life of consequence and unconditional love.
Jim died peacefully, on August 23rd in his home with wife Ruth (née Richardson) at his bedside along...
Dr. Charles Bryant Cattran
Aug 23, 2026
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Charles passed away peacefully at home with his wife and best friend Joyce by his side.
Charles was born in Bowmanville, Ontario, to his parents Charles and Lois. He and his sisters Jane (Dan) and Pam (Chris) had a childhood that shaped his love of sports, the outdoors, and cottaging that would remain...
Ted (Edward) Aylwin Owen
Aug 23, 2026
It is with Heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ted (Edward) Aylwin Owen, peacefully on Aug 23, 2026, age 88.
Born in Prince Albert SK, Raised in West Vancouver BC.
Lived in Ottawa ON, Calgary AB and Seabright NS.
Predeceased by his parents James Hector Owen, Katherine Edith (Morgan) Owen and his brother Evan James Owen. Married to Jennifer (Rowan) Moulton,...
Jean Cecilia Graham
Aug 22, 2026
With broken hearts, the family announces that Jean Cecilia Graham (née Griffiths) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the age of 79.
Jean was a devoted wife, cherished mother, proud grandmother, and a gentle, steady presence whose kindness touched everyone who knew her. She was deeply committed to her family and friends, and...
Stephen Brian Cole
Aug 22, 2026
Suddenly at home on Saturday, August 22, 2026, age 71. Beloved husband of Deborah (née MacAulay). Cherished father of Ryan (Lisa). Loving grandfather of Freya. Dear brother of Jeff (Bev), Terry (Tracy) and Nancy Frame (Rod). He will also be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Steve was an athlete, he was a person in motion, a doer....
Ella Theresa Sowa
Aug 21, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ella Sowa (nee Curran) on August 21, 2026, at the age of 97.
Predeceased by her husband Stan Sowa, Ella was the beloved mother of David (Lynn), Roy (Wendy), Karen Renaud (Paul), and was predeceased by her son Mark.
She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren James Sowa, Michael Renaud,...
Darren Oudom Stephens
Aug 20, 2026
Darren Oudom Stephens was born into love on August 5, 2026 and gently passed away shortly after on August 20, 2026. Though we only held him for a brief moment, his memory will stay with us forever.Darren is deeply loved and forever remembered by his parents, Roit Prom and Brian Stephens. He is held in the hearts of his grandparents...
Patricia Bishop Rowland
Aug 19, 2026
Patricia Bishop Rowland, in her 95th year, of Russell, Ontario, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on May 10, 1932, Patricia was the youngest daughter of the late Ferne and Sidney Bishop. She graduated from Stanstead College in 1949 and went on to attend Macdonald College, where she received her Teacher’s Diploma. In 1975,...
Kim Marie Boucher
Aug 18, 2026
After a 4-year constant battle with cancer Kim passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Civic Hospital on Tuesday August 18, 2026, at 1:36pm at the age of 60.
Kim was predeceased by her parents Paul and Betty Boucher; remembered by brother Mark Boucher and wife Kelly, Mike Boucher, and Paul Boucher, by sister Lori Boucher; Cherished by...
Jennifer Smith (neé Blane)
Aug 16, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Smith on Sunday, August 16, 2026 in her 79th year, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
For 56 years, Jennifer was the loving wife of Reg, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, family, and memories. Together they built a life centered around the people...
Thomas Scott Murray
Aug 14, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Thomas Scott Murray announces his passing on August 14, 2026, at the age of 73.
Scott passed surrounded by family, meeting his final days with the same courage that defined how he lived. Scott is survived by his children, Erin (Jeff), Alex (Lindsay), and Todd (Christine), and by his partner, Sue. He...
William (Bill) Robert Bezanson
Aug 13, 2026
BEZANSON, William Robert (Bill) June 19, 1943 - August 13, 2026
William Robert Bezanson, B.Sc., B.Eng., M.Eng., P.Eng., FRC., passed through his transition to the spiritual plane, peacefully, at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice in Ottawa ON, on August 13, 2026, at the age of 83.
Bill is survived by his life partner and wife, Susan Van Sertima; and by their children Ashley (Phil)...
Diane Kathleen Boyle
Aug 9, 2026
Diane Kathleen Boyle, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, in Ottawa, surrounded by her loving family with the sun on her face.
Born on January 15, 1932, in Iroquois Falls, Ontario, she was the daughter of the late Hubert Towsley and Kathleen Ginn.
Mom moved to Ottawa to pursue her career, graduating from the University of Ottawa in 1953...
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