Obituaries

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Neta Clarke

Neta Clarke

Jan 23, 2025

Peacefully in hospital on Thursday, January 23, 2025 in her 102nd year . Beloved wife of the late Earl Clarke. Neta will be fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews.

Neta was a legend in the real estate community. Neta opened her company, Neta Clarke Real Estate Limited in Manotick in 1968, which became one of the most successful independently owned...

Jennifer Ann Robert

Jennifer Ann Robert

Apr 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jennifer Ann Robert on April 19, 2025, at the age of 59, after a courageous battle with cancer. She faced it with the same strength and stubborn determination that defined her life, right up until the very end.

Jennifer was so much to so many—an incredible mom, loving partner, grandmother,...

Émile Benoit Joseph Lépine

Émile Benoit Joseph Lépine

Apr 18, 2025

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Queensway Carleton Hospital on April 18th, 2025 at 2:50 p.m.

Remembered by his mother, Johanne, father, Francis, brother, William (Sarena), sisters, Pascale (Jacob) and Florence (Aaron), grandmother, Ghislaine, nephew Francis, and friends; Mackenzie (Kirk), Jennifer, Dylan, Donna, Makayla, Mercedes and Aidan.

Predeceased by his grandparents, René Lépine, Françoise Lépine and Jacques Piché.

At...

Dorothy Isobel McCallum

Dorothy Isobel McCallum

Apr 18, 2025

Dorothy passed swiftly and peacefully at the age of 103, on Good Friday April 18, 2025 with family at her bedside. Pre-deceased by her loving husband Ed McCallum (March 2002) and cherished daughter Marilyn McCallum (March 2025). Celebrating her wonderful, long life are her blessed children; Tom (Cathy), and Gord. Loving grandchildren; Kelly (Victor), Janet, Tamie (Eric), Lenie, Adele (Hayden)...

Mona Lorraine Adams

Mona Lorraine Adams

Apr 15, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mona in her 94th year. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 15, 2025, at the Civic Hospital. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Edward of 66 years.

Loving mother to Janice McNeil, Clifford, and Donna. She is survived by 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandsons

Visitation will be...

Brown, Cecil RCN Capt.

Brown, Cecil RCN Capt.

Apr 14, 2025

Fondly known as Brownie, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025. He had a long journey through life ending just two months shy of his 99th birthday, outliving all of his friends and most of his siblings. He was born to Peter and Anne Brown of Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He was the oldest of three brothers Reginald, Lloyd, Clinton and...

Henry Glouchkow

Henry Glouchkow

Apr 12, 2025

Forever we will hear Henry whooping for joy as he bombed down the hills on the cross-country ski trails in Gatineau Park.

Henry Glouchkow was born in Verviers, Belgium, on December 14, 1937. His parents, Victor and Elizabeth, raised Henry and his younger brother Paul amongst their cousins in Belgium, until fleeing to England, catching the last boat across the English...

Sandra Ann Shepherd

Sandra Ann Shepherd

Apr 11, 2025

Peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Friday April 11th, 2025, age 60 years. Sandra leaves behind her husband Brett, daughters Ashley (Adam) & Cynthia (Ryan) and 5 beautiful grandchildren; brothers Leroy (Sam), Kevin (Sadie), Rob (Sylvie), Gary, and sister Jane (Ken)

After her parents came from England (Roy and Ruth Shepherd), Sandra was born in Ottawa August 27, 1964...

David John Batcock

David John Batcock

Apr 11, 2025

BATCOCK, David John, C.D. (Major, Ret’d). Passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025, in his 94th year. Predeceased by his loving wife and best friend of 57 years, Norma.

Proud father of Barbara Ann Hincke (Max) and Trish Hargrave (Steve). Much loved Papi of Melissa Petit-Clerc (Stephane), Rachel Hincke (Alex Kemp), Sarah Beaudry (Sebastien), and Colin Hargrave. Great-Papi of Benjamin,...

Kenneth Lloyd Ashley

Kenneth Lloyd Ashley

Apr 10, 2025

Kenneth Lloyd Ashley, 87, peacefully passed on April 10, 2025, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Born in Ottawa to the late Edith McCooey and Frank Ashley on February 17, 1938, he was the youngest sibling of Mabel Wirth, Emma O’Connor, Violet Pavlosky, and Frank Ashley. Left to mourn his loss but remember his devotion and enduring love is his wife...

John McCarthy

John McCarthy

Apr 9, 2025

With sadness, the family announces that John passed away peacefully at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Ottawa on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at the age of 86.

Dear father of Sean, Peter (Rainuka), Paul (Kristin), the late Mandy (Simon), Ian and Bruce. Proud grandfather of Declan, Devin, Liam, Roan and the late Dylan. Dear brother of Bob and predeceased by brothers Chris...

Alice Rebecka Vivaraies (née Winch)

Alice Rebecka Vivaraies (née Winch)

Apr 6, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family shares the passing of Alice Vivaraies on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the age of 96.

Cherished mother of Robert, Susan Pepin (Barry), Glen (Darlane), Gail Cayer (Rheal) and Dale.

Loving grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Alice was predeceased by her husband Rene, daughter Carolann, and sons Armand and John.

Friends may...

Lois Winacott

Lois Winacott

Apr 5, 2025

Passed away suddenly at her home on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in her 95th year. Lois was the cherished wife of the late Lloyd Winacott. Beloved mother of Sandra, Carol (Brad), Donna and Glenn (Sylvie). Lois adored her grandsons Cameron and Alexander. She was an avid knitter and donated hundreds of hats and scarves to the Ottawa Mission. She loved...

William Edward Murphy

William Edward Murphy

Apr 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of William Edward, also known as: Ed, Skip, Murph, Fast Eddie, Himself, Pops, Poppi, and Dad.

After a long happy life, at the age of 83, Ed was in heaven a half hour before the Devil knew he was dead.

Devoted husband of 56 years to Marie, the farmer’s daughter. Loving...

Donna Ruth (Willmott)Toll

Donna Ruth (Willmott)Toll

Apr 1, 2025

Suddenly in hospital on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, age 84 years. Predeceased by her first husband Donald Toll and her second husband Bruce Toll. Dear mother of Jeff (Hélène) and Cheryl. Loving grandmother of Daniel (Amber), Amanda (Alex) and Samantha; and great grandmother of Tyler, Noah and Chloe.

Also survived by her stepchildren Dan (Connie), Tim and Chris; and step grandchildren...

Helena Stefanoff

Helena Stefanoff

Apr 1, 2025

Helena Stefanoff (nee Gretchsichkin), 92, of Richmond Ontario, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025. She is predeceased by her loving husband Miroslav Stefanoff.

Helena was a cherished mother to her daughters Wasilka Dyke, Laila Stefanoff, and Katerina Roberts-Hash. Survived by her grandchildren, Jessica Ann Gibson (nee Dyke), Alexander David Dyke, and Cynthia Athena Shortt (nee Dyke), and her great-grandchildren, Nicholas...

Catherine Sleeth

Catherine Sleeth

Apr 1, 2025

Peacefully at the Ruddy Shenkman Hospice on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Andrew. Dear mother of Michael and Jamie (Tasha).

Loving grandmother of Madison.

Sister of Bruce, David (Iona) and Debra. Predeceased by her parent Keith and Patricia Ramsay; and brother Robert.

Sincere thanks to the staff at Ruddy Shenkman Hospice, and Dr B. Brennan.

Those wishing may...

Leonard Sadler

Leonard Sadler

Mar 30, 2025

With great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Leonard Sadler at the age of 87. Leonard was a beloved husband, partner and best friend to his predeceased wife Nora for 63 years. Proud father to Charles (Linda) and Ronald (Annette). Loving grandfather to Jessie (Steve) Grainger, Johnston (Kelsea), Alyssa (Cole Shouldice) and Connor. Great grandfather to Benjamin and...

Clasina (Ineke) Wissing

Clasina (Ineke) Wissing

Mar 28, 2025

Passed away peacefully in hospital on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the age of 86. Loving wife of the late Henk Wissing (2022). Cherished mother of Craig and Mirella. Survived by her siblings Lony, Leny and Jan. Ineke is remembered fondly by her brothers- and sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. 

Private funeral arrangements entrusted to Tubman Funeral Homes. 

In lieu...

Judith Marion Kingsford

Judith Marion Kingsford

Mar 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith (Judy) Kingsford, at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, at the age of 94.

Predeceased by her parents George Etherege Kingsford and Lilian Rodman of Toronto. Judy had many fond memories of her great friends.

She will be remembered for her love of animals and gardening. 

In Judy's memory, give some love to...