Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Heather Denise Connerty
Mar 19, 2025
Connerty, Heather
(Formerly Keating, nee Martin)
Sept. 12, 1946 – March 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce Heather passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Civic Hospital on March 19, 2025.
Dedicated and beloved wife of 41 years to Cliff. Fierce mother of Shelley Keating (Fred Odendaal), Chad Connerty (Jenn) and Ryan Connerty (Sarah Duncan). Proud grandmother of Jade, Ruby...
Ruth Jensen
Mar 19, 2025
It is with shattered hearts that we announce the passing of Ruth Jensen on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the age of 90.
A vibrant soul, Ruth lived a full life, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Her warmth, humour, and unwavering spirit touched the lives of many, from family and friends to the...
Al Hamblin
Mar 15, 2025
We are heartbroken to announce that in the early hours of Saturday March 15th, the amazing Al Hamblin left this earth, peacefully in his sleep. Loving father to Tara (Jon Carl) and Robin. Survived by former spouse Saxon Harding. Devoted grandfather to William and Jacqueline Godfrey. He leaves behind his sister Doreen Pollitt (the late Wayne), his niece, nephew and...
Marion Brooks
Mar 13, 2025
Peacefully at Osgoode Care Centre on Thursday, March 13, 2025 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of Gary Brooks. Dear mother of Thomas and Sarah Brooks (Bill Aubrey). Loving grandmother of Hannah, Wyatt, Caleb and Edison. Special thanks to Osgoode Care Centre for their exceptional and heartfelt care.
No visitation or service by request. Inurnment Rideauvale Cemetery in the spring.
Pauline Thérèse Meslage (née Morin)
Mar 12, 2025
With heavy hearts the family announces that Pauline passed away peacefully at The May Court Hospice in Ottawa, while surrounded by her daughters, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the age of 91.
Beloved wife of the late Claude Meslage. Loving mother of Philip (Stephanie), Viviane (Peter), Charles (Kimberley) and Michèle. Proud grandmother of Vanessa, Matthew, Christopher and Audrey.
Dear sister of...
John Douglas Fraser
Mar 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Douglas Fraser, a beloved husband of 50 years, best friend and dance partner to Barb (nee Milne) on March 12, 2025 at the age of 75.
He was a cherished and respected father of Janine Lunn (Brad), Arlene Hunter (Hugh), Maida Edwards (Jamie), Kent (Robyn).
A caring and fun-loving Gramps...
Valda Edith Brooks
Mar 9, 2025
In her 95th year, Valda Brooks (nee Bennett) passed away peacefully in hospital of natural causes. She is survived by her daughters Deborah, Shirley (Jacques) and Kathleen, grandchildren Laura, Jason and Alex (Emilie), great grandchildren Tyson, Kyah, Signy and Freya, and many nieces, nephews and their families, all wishing her a safe and peaceful passage.
Funeral services will be held on...
Anna "Beryl" Parks
Mar 9, 2025
Parks, Anna “Beryl” (nee Brown)
With great sadness and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our mom.
On Sunday, March 9, 2025, our beloved mom died at the age of 97 years old. Mom would have been 98 years old on March 29, 2025.
Mom was born in Richmond, Ontario on March 29, 1927 to Arthur and Norma (nee Green) Brown. Mom...
Bob Joseph Trepanier
Mar 8, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the death of Bob at the Civic Hospital, after a brief illness, on March 8, 2025 at the age of 71.
He was predeceased by his parents, Therese Trepanier (Beaudry) and Rolland Trepanier, and is survived by his best friend of 39 years Susan (Tubman), and his siblings, Collette (Verne), Michael (Jocelyn), sister-in-law Gail...
Margaret Isobell Cope
Mar 8, 2025
Margaret Isobell Cope (nee Scott) passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025. She had been struggling with Alzheimer’s disease over the past decade and is now at peace.
Margaret was born on January 11, 1941 in New Liskeard Ontario, daughter of the late Harry Barr Scott and Edna Martha Terry. Marg married Bob (Robert Barry) Cope at Hillview United Church on...
Jay Ellen Garrett
Mar 4, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Jay Ellen Garrett. Jay passed away peacefully with family by her side, on Tuesday March 4th, 2025, in Ottawa at the age of 72 years after a courageous year-long battle with blood cancer.
Jay is survived by her husband and best friend of 51 years, Don Garrett, her devoted...
Dr. Tonis Kasvand
Mar 4, 2025
The family is sad to announce the passing of Dr. Tonis Kasvand on Tuesday March 4, 2025, in Ottawa at the age of 94, with his daughter Angelica Kasvand Harris and his son Tonis F. V. Kasvand by his side. He leaves behind his sibling Eva Hudyma, his two grandchildren Emerson Harris and Myia Harris, and his son-in-law Michael Harris.
Tonis...
Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Robertson
Mar 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Robertson (nee Rea) on March 4, 2025. She has gone to join her beloved husband of over 62 years, John Grant Robertson and two of her children, Beverly Rea Robertson and Douglas Grant Robertson. She leaves behind two daughters, Katherine Nancy Robertson (Richard) of Halifax and...
Vera Caroline Black (neé Robinson)
Mar 3, 2025
Peacefully on March 3rd, 2025, at the age of 94 in Ottawa. Predeceased by her loving husband of over 60 years, Ab Black.
Vera is survived by sons Steve (Susan) and Tom (Melissa), grandchildren Adam (Cynthia), Simon, Melanie (Lucas), Chad, Becca, and Tasha, and great-grandchild William. Predeceased by her children Greg and Janet, and parents Amos and Rose Robinson. She will...
Linda Mae Keirstead (neé Silliker)
Mar 3, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Keirstead, who passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025 at the Ottawa General Hospital, surrounded by close family members. Born in Miramichi, NB, and having resided much of her life in Fredericton, NB, she was a wife, mother, friend, businesswoman and Beta Sigma Phi sister.
Linda enjoyed baking, sewing,...
Lois Moore
Mar 2, 2025
Unexpectedly in hospital on Sunday, March 2, 2025 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Earl Moore, and dear friend, the late Ernie Trimble. Dear mother of Ruth Verdon (Denis), Helen Todd (Ron) and Keith (Heather).
Cherished Grandma of Lindsay, Stephanie (Dave); Ryan (Jen), Brad (Becca); Laura and Ben and GG of Carson, Jake, Quinn, McKenzie, Lennon and Charlotte.
Sister...
Joan Rita Chilcott
Mar 1, 2025
Joan Rita Chilcott (nee Bradley) passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 in her 105th year. Beloved wife of the late James J. Chilcott. Loving mother of Lynn Chilcott (Robert Lloyd-Rees) and Brad (the late Cheryl) Chilcott. Proud grandmother of Sarah Chilcott (Joel Pang) and great-grandmother of Conor and Devon. Joan was GG (Glamour Gran) to her two U.K. step grand-daughters,...
Elaine Rosemary Whitton
Feb 28, 2025
Elaine Whitton, age 95, passed away on February 28, 2025 in Ottawa, Canada. Born in Leigh-on-Sea, England, Elaine lived a remarkable life marked by resilience, dedication, and love.
Elaine was predeceased by her beloved spouse, Howard Whitton, and their son, David. She is survived by her devoted sons, Mark and Alan, their spouses Lorraine and Susan, her cherished grandchildren, Owen, Rhianna,...
Graham Ferguson
Feb 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Graham Ferguson
Graham Ferguson passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Friday, February 28, 2025, in his 94th year. Cherished husband of the late Dorothy MacTavish, he leaves behind the enduring love and gratitude of his children, Kathryn, the late Ian, and Bruce (Magdolna). He was a devoted grandfather to Elyzabeth, Morgan, Connor, and Abigail,...
Peggy Frances Guigue
Feb 27, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Peggy Guigue (nee Carriere) announces the passing of their wonderful Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. On Thursday, February 27th, 2025, surrounded by her family, Peggy went to be with her late husband Gene.
Peggy was predeceased by her husband Gene (Eugene), son Wayne, chosen son Norm, and mother Evelyn. Predeceased also by siblings...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
HeartLight offers a variety of support groups, education, resources, and special programming related to grief and loss.
