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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),...
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,...
Ruth King
Apr 15, 2026
Ruth King (née Gibson), died peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital and is now resting with Jesus Christ her Saviour.
Ruth was predeceased by her beloved husbands, Joseph King for 48 years and after his passing, Arthur Owen for six years. Ruth was predeceased by her dear son Stephen, nephew Mark, brother Paul and sisters-in-law Liz and Carolyn. Ruth is survived...
Ian Dennis
May 7, 2026
Dennis, James (Jim) Ian - Passed away peacefully with his loving partner Holly Wright and her daughters Heather Henderson and Debby McCormick by his side at Ottawa, Ontario on May 7, 2026, at the age of 95.
Predeceased by his wife, Marie-Paule and his son, Steven.
Remembered by his daughter, Lynne and her three children, Maxeen, Lee-Ann and Nelson, his nephew, André...
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 Lucas Magliocchetti), Brina Langevin, Kyle Langevin (Shelby Ashton)and...
June Craig
May 9, 2026
Craig, June Iris (née Patterson)
Retired South Carleton High School
Peacefully, after a short illness, at the Ruddy Shenkman Hospice surrounded by her family, on Saturday, May 9, 2026 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late William (Bill) Craig. Devoted mother of Scott, Jill (Denis Fortier), and Kathi (Sheldon Post). Cherished Nanny of Amanda and Mitchell.
Sister-in-law of Betty Miller (late...
Joan Ferguson
May 9, 2026
Peacefully, in Ottawa, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 84 years old. Predeceased by her loving husband Fred Ferguson.
Joan was the proud mother of Ian (Mary Vincent), and cherished Nanny to Ella and Malcolm. Beloved sister of Wendy Elinsky, and dear aunt to Tana and Ryan. She will be missed by extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Tubman...
Stephen George Magee
May 8, 2026
With sad hearts, we announce the death of our dear son Stephen peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the age of 73 years. Dear son of George and Ruth, brother of Daniel (Claire) and Peter (Leslie), uncle to Blaire, Cameron, and Jonathan.
Stephen resided at the Rideau Regional Centre, Smith Falls for many years, and to his former staff, thank...
John Barry Graham
May 8, 2026
With broken hearts, the family announces that (John) Barry Graham passed away peacefully, with his loved ones by his side, at The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the age of 80.
Barry was a devoted husband, cherished father, proud grandfather, and a gentle soul whose presence enriched the lives of all who knew him.
Born and...
Shirley Petrie
May 7, 2026
Shirley Petrie passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of Leonard Petrie, dear mother of Valerie McTaggart (Robin), Larry Petrie (Barb), Marcia Scott (Chris), and Ross Petrie (Leann). Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Katie and Michael, Chelsie (David) and Brianne (Jordon), Rachel (Myles) and Abbey (Tom), of whom she was so proud. Mom would...
John E. Chatterley
May 6, 2026
John E. Chatterley, 83, died peacefully at home on May 6, 2026. He was born in Birmingham, England on November 23, 1942 – the son of Frank and Hilda (née Monk). He was the beloved husband of Rosemary Chatterley for over 50 years; the devoted father of Mark (Tracey) and Neal (Stephanie), and proud grandfather of Cole, Brooke, Jeremy, Ava,...
Hiroshi Yamazaki
May 5, 2026
Hiroshi Yamazaki went peacefully to be with his Lord at the age of 94. Predeceased by his beloved wife Toshiko, his parents Kouki and Tomoko, and his older brother Akira. Loving father of Christine (Dave), Ken (Evonne), and Amy (Tim), and dear grandfather of Lisa (Patrick), Alison, Miriam, Hannah; Julia (Paul), Samuel; Meghan, Bethany, Noah, Isabel, Abigail, and Emma.
Hiroshi was...
Karen Christine Atwood
May 4, 2026
Karen Christine Atwood, 57, of Ottawa Ontario passed away suddenly on May 4th, 2026 with her family at her side.
Daughter of Michael and Kathe Atwood, her greatest joy was the birth of her son Michael. Her love and devotion to him was absolute. Her loving spouse of 12 years Peter Turton completed her life. Her family was her universe. She...
Eileen Dalrymple
May 4, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Eileen “Lynn” Dalrymple on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Perley in Ottawa. Born on April 12, 1962, in Ottawa, to Blanche and Claude.
Eileen is predeceased by her life-partner David Ventura, sister Sue, brother Jamie, mother Blanche Dalrymple (née Carriere), father Claude Dalrymple, and granddaughter Kaylee Lalonde.
She is survived...
Gisela Chapman
May 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Gisela Chapman announces her passing on Saturday May 2, 2026 at the age of 87 years.
Gisela will be lovingly remembered by her son James, her son-in-law Charles Hall, her sister Ilona Taylor and her nephew Malcolm Taylor. She was predeceased by her husband Paul and her daughter Deborah.
Born in Germany during...
Martin Edwards
Apr 30, 2026
Always optimistic, he used to say “There’s still time and it’s good to have options”. As he was charming the nurses at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, he joked to Kristine “running out of options, running out of time”.
Constrained by the limitations of a 10-year battle with cancer, Martin Edwards lived a socially engaged and creative life. He applied his keen...
Alice Rose Chiykowski
Apr 29, 2026
The family mourns the loss of Alice Chiykowski, who passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at the age of 93. She was the beloved wife of the late Lloyd Chiykowski for 59 years. Cherished and admired mother of Greg (Karen), Gayle, Tom (Elizabeth), and Teresa. Adored grandmother to Tanya, Peter, Valerie, Matthew, and William, and great-grandmother to Owen Gregory...
David Bruce Campbell
Apr 29, 2026
Peacefully at home, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Barbara (nee Tomaszewski), children Rebecca (Matthew), Meagan (Ryan) and James (Celeste), grandchildren Arthur, Dorothy, Graham, August, and Florence, and siblings Mary, Ian and Jane.
David was born in Scarborough, Ontario, to the late Helen Emily Campbell (nee Huber) and Albert McTaggart Campbell. He...
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