Recent Obituaries

Oct 28, 2019

Kathlyn KIRKWOOD (née Dixon) Ph.D. (1972-2019).

Dr. Kathlyn Kirkwood, Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Ottawa, a brilliant woman and dedicated scholar with a passion for student learning and cryptic crosswords, was taken tragically from her family on Monday, October 28, 2019 at the age...

Oct 28, 2019

Sandra Potvin

We are very sad to announce the Sudden passing of Sandra Potvin. Sandra passed away on October 28th 2019. Sandra was born on March 16th 1950. Survived by daughter Janette Potvin, grandchildren Amanda Desjardins, Amber (Jamie) Croteau and Devin Potvin, great- grandchildren Tessa and Kallie Croteau, sisters Judith "Myoko" McLean, Nancy...

Oct 27, 2019

Wienecke, Florence

Peacefully at Osgoode Care Centre on Sunday, October 27, 2019 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Norris Wienecke. Predeceased by her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Bert Lambert; brothers Lorne and Allen Lambert; sisters Isabelle Pettifer and Ethel (Florence's twin)

She is survived by many nieces and...

Oct 27, 2019

“I only have 10 years left. Every moment in those 10 years, it is important to express kindness to others.” Bob Southern

Robert Wallace Southern, fondly known as Bob, passed away on Sunday, the 27th October, 2019, at The Glebe Centre Long-Term Care, Ottawa.

A kind and compassionate man, Bob served his family, friends and...

Oct 27, 2019

BIGELOW – Helen (nee McMahon)

Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus on Sunday, October 27, 2019 in her 84th year.  Dear daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth McMahon.  Beloved wife of the late Cecil Bigelow.  Loving mother of Debbie (Rhéal Bazinet), Colleen (Michael Beelich), Mike (Heather), David, and Kathy (Steve Horne). ...

Oct 27, 2019

In hospital on Sunday October 27, 2019 at the age of 92. Donald Moir, beloved husband of 32 years to Joyce (née Holman) and the late Vera "Bonnie" (née Elms). Loving father of Karen McCullough (Jeff), Susan, Debra, Linda Goldfarb (Stan), Dawna Thurtell (Walter), Doug (Karin), Mark McCullough (Elfie) and Kathy McCullough. Cherished grandfather of 17 grandchildren and 13...

Oct 26, 2019

Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Friend to many

After a lengthy illness on Saturday, October 26, 2019. Beloved husband of Tammy Tracey. Cherished father of Megan and Melanie Lanoue. Predeceased by his parents Arthur and Liliane Lanoue and dear brother of Nicole and Claude (Jocelyne). Family and friends may attend a life celebration reception at the

Oct 24, 2019

Joanne Mary Caldwell (formerly Timpson, nee Perry)

Peacefully, surrounded by family, at Elisabeth Bruyere, on October 24, age 75. Beloved mother of Shannon Timpson and Matthew Timpson (Felicia Brown). Devoted grandmother of Brihana Mosienko (Riley McCarthy) and Michaela Lorna Brown.  Dear sister of Donald Perry (Valerie) of Kingston, Jim Perry (Ginny) of Chatham and Sheila Parker (Michael)...

Oct 24, 2019

CASHMAN, Joanne Elizabeth 1950-2019

On Thursday October 24, 2019 after a battle with ovarian cancer. Proud and loving mother of Julie and Andrea Cashman both of Ottawa. Joanne was grateful to have had both daughters in her journey of life. Predeceased by her parents William (2006) and Reta (2004) Sample. Retired from Canada...

Oct 17, 2019

Steele – June Shirley (née Pettingill)

On Thursday, October 17, 2019 in her 90th year.  Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) Steele.  Dear mother of Greig (Pippa Murray) and Lynda Steele (Doug Porter).  Loving grandmother of Kirsten and Brooke Steele; Emily, Laura and Dan Porter and a beloved aunt. Predeceased by her...

Oct 15, 2019

MacPherson,William James (Bill)

Surrounded by his family, Major William James MacPherson, CD (retired) passed away peacefully at the Perley & Rideau Veterans Health Centre on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 in his 96th year. Loving husband of the late Shirley (Hull), beloved father of Elizabeth and Stuart (Denise), caring grandfather of Gary (Mindy) and...

Oct 15, 2019

GRAHAM-SMITH, Beric Jul. 7, 1929 - Oct. 15, 2019 Beric Graham-Smith passed away at the age of 90 late Tuesday, October 15. He leaves behind his loving wife of 63 years, Elizabeth; sister Heather (U.K); daughter Claire and her husband Chip, grandchildren Noah and Liam (Vermont); daughter Jane and her husband Steve (Vancouver, BC); granddaughter Molly Krakocki...

Oct 14, 2019

Lorne W. Case, 67, of Casselman, Ontario, passed away suddenly 10/14/2019 at his home. Lorne lived a rich and varied life, full of animals, family, cooking, flying and a lifelong drive to learn new things. Loving husband, father, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife, Eleanor Lorden; his children, Marcia and Tim; and his beloved grandchildren, Caleb, Dylan...

Oct 11, 2019

Henkel, Robert

Robert (Rob, Bob, Grouch) passed away October 11, 2019 at age 68.  Loving husband and best friend of Karen Thoms.  Predeceased by father Fred Henkel.  Survived by mother Grace Henkel and sister Karen Elizabeth Henkel, both whom he dearly loved.  Cremation has taken place. Interment will be in London, Ont., at a later date with...

Oct 9, 2019

Thom, Christopher Norman

On Wednesday, October 9th, 2019 passed away suddenly with loved ones by his side. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife Barbara, his children Donald, Aaron, Rose-Ann, his grandson Alexander, his sister in law Brenda and his many family and friends near and far. A kind hardworking man...

Oct 8, 2019

Tod – Edna Gail

Passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from metastatic breast cancer, having quite recently celebrated her 70th birthday at an animated open-air cocktail and shared plates party with her husband, four children, and other beloved family and friends.

Gail was born on August 25th, 1949 in Edmonton, Alberta to...

Oct 8, 2019

Lilian May Allen (nee Wain)

1930 – 2019

Peacefully and surrounded with love, Lily passed away in hospital on October 8, 2019 in her 90th year.

Beloved wife for over 63 years of Joseph Greenway Allen.  Loving and caring mother of Laurie Elizabeth (Andrew Newman), Julie Patricia and the late Susan...

Oct 8, 2019

Featherston, Georgina Anna

It is with great sadness that the family of Georgina Anna Featherston announces her passing on Tuesday October 8, 2019, at the age of 86 years. Georgina will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ken of 57 years, and their children, Harold (Susan) and Karen Timmins. Georgina will also be fondly remembered by...

Oct 7, 2019

Peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2019 at the age of 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Gitzi. Emmy will be remembered as a loving sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Despite being a Holocaust survivor, Emmy was full of life and love, with a giving heart. Friends may attend a memorial reception at the...

Oct 6, 2019

CRAIG, Dorothy Mary (Née Waldroff)

Suddenly in nursing home on Sunday October 6, 2019 at the age of 89.  Loving wife of the late Mervyn Craig.  Proud and loving mother of Shelley.  Dear Sister of Marjorie Quenneville and sister-in-law of Dorothy Waldroff, Mary Craig and June Craig.  Predeceased by her brother Melvin Waldroff...