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Dr. Kenneth George Davey
Nov 12, 2025
In loving memory of Dr. Kenneth George Davey, a distinguished scientist, mentor and storyteller, who passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in Ottawa, Ontario.
Born in Chatham, Ontario, Ken knew he wanted to be a scientist from a young age. Fueled by determination and a fascination with the natural world, he earned a BSc and an MSc in zoology from...
Colleen Barbara O'Meara
Nov 11, 2025
Peacefully, Colleen passed away at home in her 74th year on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Colleen will be greatly missed by her loving husband, Mike Reichhelt, and her two fur babies, Parker and Bridget.
Predeceased by her parents Joan (née Gorman) and Joseph O’Meara of Ottawa. Survived by her devoted sisters Christine (Paul), Cathy (John),...
Richard Clarence Lefebvre
Nov 10, 2025
With love, we announce the passing of Richard Clarence Lefebvre on November 10, 2025, at the age of 88. Richard will be remembered for his warmth, generosity, and the love he shared with family and friends throughout his life. He leaves behind his devoted partner of 15 years, Poppy Karamanou, his two sons, Anthony and Jeffrey Lefebvre, and his cherished...
Garry Montgomery
Nov 10, 2025
William Garry Montgomery, devoted husband, loving father, adoring grandfather, caring uncle, and loyal friend passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Monday, November 10th, 2025 at the age of 85. Garry was born in Malakoff, near Ottawa, to Merton Eber Montgomery and Ruby Pearl Montgomery (née Marshall). Growing up as a farmer, in a community of farmers, his love of...
Dr. Joseph Ryan Morrissy
Nov 7, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Joseph Ryan Morrissy, formerly of London, Ontario, in Ottawa, Ontario, on November 7, 2025.
Dr. Morrissy was born in Liverpool, England, on February 17, 1937, to Dr. John Morrissy and Mary (née Kearney) Morrissy. Joe was the eldest of six children, Mary, Sheila, Patricia (Walter), John (Maureen), and Donal...
Bruce Drysdale
Nov 7, 2025
On Friday, November 7th, we lost a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a truly remarkable man who loved with all his heart, as we loved him. He was surrounded by love and had family at his side. We will celebrate his beautiful life of goodness, integrity, and generosity.
He was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Effie Drysdale of Westport, Ontario,...
Katherine Lois Charles (née Kuntz)
Nov 6, 2025
With full hearts and deep sadness, the family of Lois Charles announces her passing on November 6, 2025, after a short illness.
Beloved wife of the late Gordon Charles (2008), Lois was a devoted and steady presence in the lives of her children: David, Michael (Caitlyn McKenzie), and Elizabeth (Kyle Hurtubise). She took immense joy in being “Nana” to Zackary, Delaney,...
Margaret Elizabeth Dougherty
Nov 4, 2025
Margaret Elizabeth Dougherty, 92, of Ottawa, passed away peacefully holding her children’s hands. Margaret was born on October 8, 1933 to James and Hazel Macfarlane in Ottawa. Margaret, after graduating from Glebe Collegiate high school, went on to pursue a career as a secretary. Margaret had a smile that lit up a room and she sparkled right to the very...
John Eldon Scrim
Nov 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John E. Scrim, who died peacefully on November 4, 2025, at the age of 87.
Born on July 10, 1938, John was the beloved son of the late Gladwyn and May Scrim. He will be forever remembered by his loving wife Carmel Scrim (nee Dupuis), and as the cherished father...
Armande Spittle
Nov 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Armande Spittle (nee Arsenault) left us peacefully on November 3, 2025, just days before celebrating her 91st birthday.
Armande lived a long and beautiful life filled with love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She is now reunited in eternal rest with her...
Jacqueline (Jackie) Gerrard
Oct 31, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jackie Gerrard (nee Dominic) on October 31st in her 90th year. Beloved wife to her late husband Bernie, lovingly remembered by her children Scott (Sue), Tracy (Brian) and grandchildren Chelsey (Connor), Melanie (Blair), Allison, Erin (James) and her great grandchild Finn.
Jackie grew up in England and later moved to...
Maureen Evron Curtis
Oct 30, 2025
The family is sad to announce the passing of Maureen Curtis on Thursday, October 30th, 2025. Maureen will be greatly missed by her husband of 40 years, Bob Curtis.
Loving mother to Melissa (Mark), and stepmother to Trevor (Roberta). Devoted grandmother to Tessa, Nathaniel, Mia, Mason, and Maxim. Maureen leaves behind her sisters Dianne (Bill) and Melanie (Kevin). Predeceased by parents...
Trevett John Moore
Oct 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of CWO (Retired) T. John Moore, on October 30, 2025. He is survived by wife, Josephine, daughters, Natasha and Hillary, and grandsons, Paul and Eli.
Funeral service to be held on November 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Christ Church Bells Corners, 3861 Old Richmond Road. Reception to follow at Tubman...
Kristopher John Proctor
Oct 30, 2025
Suddenly as the result of an accident on Thursday, October 30, 2025 age 48 years. Beloved husband of Amanda (Palmer). Dear father of Kurtis and Alyce. Loving son of Barbara Proctor (late John). Brother of Jentin Proctor. Also survived by his in-laws, Don and Jane Palmer; brother-in-law Mark Palmer (Shelley), Shawn Palmer (Cindy) and Patrick Palmer (Carolina) and several nieces...
Margo Edwards
Oct 30, 2025
After a long and courageous battle with the scourge of Alzheimer' Disease, Margo Edwards (Wilson) died peacefully, with her loving husband, Ted Edwards, at her side.
She will be greatly missed by her three children; Karen (Mike), Joslyn (Scott) and Steven (Kristina) and her eight grandchildren; Jordan, Mason, Sophie, Skye, Hunter, Rowan, Riley and Spencer.
She is survived by her siblings Chris,...
Leslie Kathleen Hill (née Sawyer)
Oct 30, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Leslie Kathleen Hill (née Sawyer), age of 47, peacefully surrounded by family after a long courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, October 30th, 2025.
Leslie was the beloved wife of Grant Hill, and a devoted mother to Cody and Brooklyn, and to Dylan, who predeceased her and now welcomes her...
David John Le Serve
Oct 28, 2025
In hospital on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Heather. Dear father of Adam (Mary) and Venessa Love. Loving grandfather of Tyler Love and Caleb and Audrey Le Serve. Brother of Roger (Debbie) and Alan Le Serve.
David was head of modern languages at Colonel Bye Secondary School and an active member of OMLTA. He was...
Donald Eric Peterson
Oct 22, 2025
Peacefully at the May Court Hospice in Ottawa on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Helen Peterson (née Flake) for 60 years. Survived by brothers-in-law Harold Flake (Carole) and Vern Flake (Lois). Predeceased by parents Eric and Thelma Peterson and sister, Mildred Hayes (the late Jim). He will be fondly remembered by many nieces,...
Brock Alexander Lindsay
Oct 21, 2025
Brock passed away suddenly, in his sleep, on October 21, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved partner Patricia (Trish) Tobin. Brock was born in Ottawa on January 3, 1962, to William and the late Barbara Lindsay. He will be fondly missed by his two sisters, Mauriann (Michael) Barski and Gillian (Peter) Iveglia, as well as his niece, Cara, and his...
Erva Jean Watkins
Oct 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, the family of Erva Jean Watkins (Routliffe) announces her peaceful passing on October 20, 2025, at the age of 87, in Ottawa.
Erva was the beloved wife of Roy Lewis Watkins and loving mother of Michael Thomas Watkins (Nicole Provost). She was a cherished grandmother to Lara Watkins-Johnston and Samantha Yeadon, and a proud great-grandmother to Connor, Alice,...
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