Recent Obituaries

Sep 20, 2019

Beverley Todd Davidson (nee Montgomery)

November 25th, 1929 – September 20th, 2019

Our Darling Mama Davidson quietly slipped away on September 20th, 2019.  She is now an angel in heaven, as she was on earth. Mama Davidson was so very gracious, gentle and touched the...

Sep 20, 2019

FLETCHER, Henry Ernest (Ernie)

Veteran of the Korean War

Peacefully, on September 20, 2019, at the age of 87, with his beloved wife of 57 years Ruth (Moors) and loving family by his side.

Ernie was a devoted father and father-in-law...

Sep 19, 2019

Finnegan, Marlaine Mary (Petrie) RN B.Sc.N.Ed.

Peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, September 19, 2019 following a four year struggle with restrictive lung disease. Marlaine was predeceased by her father Harold Petrie, mother Ruth Sheehy and stepfather William Sheehy. She is survived by her husband of 47 years Paul, daughter Kathleen (Ryan Danaher), son Sean...

Sep 19, 2019

Hartley, Elizabeth Anne Betty (as she much preferred to be called), the beloved wife of Brian Hartley. passed away peacefully on  September 19, 2019 at Grace Manor. She was predeceased by her father, Dr. Russell Nichols, her mother, Elizabeth Nichols, both of Stratford, Ontario, her only sibling, Dr. William Nichols, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and by her grand-daughter, Erin...

Sep 18, 2019

Kitts, Joan Maureen (nee Valiquette)

Peacefully at home with her family by her side on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 in her 85th year.  Beloved wife of the late Charles Kitts.  Loving mother of Julie, Jack (Lian), Colleen (Mike), Chuck (Jan), Jim, Bob (Karen), Martin (Rosemary), Mary Ann (Donnie), and Bill.  Proud Granny of 22 grandchildren...

Sep 18, 2019

Ward, Doris Christine Dec. 9, 1922 – Sept. 18, 2019 With sadness we announce the passing of Doris on September 18, 2019, at Orchard View by the Mississippi in Almonte, Ontario.  Beloved wife of the late William (Bill) Ward. Loving mother of Randy (Rosemary), Wendy, Sharon (Kevin Grace), Mark (Avis) and Michael (Lana). Grandmother of David (Joanna), Natalie (Terry), the...

Sep 17, 2019

Entered into the presence of her Lord and Saviour, suddenly and peacefully in hospital on Tuesday September 17, 2019.  Predeceased by her beloved husbands Ian Roe and Robert Frew. Survived by her cherished son and daughter; Donald “Don” Roe (Cheryl) and Elizabeth “Liz” Roe.  Also survived by her stepdaughter Elaine (Gordon Kouwenberg), her long-life friend Jane Brigham and her...

Sep 12, 2019

McEwen - Nellie

Peacefully at Woodland Villa, Long Sault on Thursday, September 12, 2019 in her 102nd year.  Beloved wife of the late Sterling McEwen.  Dear mother of Earle (Phoebe) and Marjorie Harrison (Trevor).  Loving grandmother of Jeff (Leanne), Nathan (Marina), Danny (Missy), Adam and Sherri and great grandmother of Alexander, Madison, William, Scarlett, Connor,...

Sep 11, 2019

Linda (Helen) O’Donnell

August 21, 1943 - September 11, 2019

Another warrior has returned home. The angels came with many prayers to carry Linda home. At 11:45 AM, Wednesday, September 11th, 2019, surrounded by all her family, including Fr Bob Poole, Linda peacefully journeyed on. ...

Sep 10, 2019

Dorothy Muriel Johnson April 17, 1921 – September 10, 2019

A writer of verse, a weaver of hangers, a Fun-Singer, and a baker of the most delicious cinnamon buns, Dorothy Muriel Johnson passed away peacefully in Ottawa at 98 years old. Born in Mannville to Cleland and Ruby Swain, Dorothy or Dimp as...

Sep 10, 2019

Betty Kennedy March 27, 1935 – September 10, 2019

We are sad to lose our wonderful Mum, fun-loving Nanny, cherished friend and devoted Senators fan. Mum’s 84 years were filled with lots of activity, from youth baseball to sewing, knitting, and cheating at board games. Born a McClymont in Carp, Betty had 4...

Sep 9, 2019

Rochon - Reg

Peacefully at Osgoode Care Centre on Monday, September 9, 2019 in his 76th year.  Beloved husband of Shirley (O’Brien).  Dear brother of Joanne Rochon (Roger Rousseau), Jean Paul (Monique) and Andre (Val).  He will also be greatly missed by many friends and neighbours.  At the family’s request, there will be...

Sep 8, 2019

McMaster, Lois Ellen

February 18, 1929 – September 8, 2019

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 8th, 2019 at the Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre at the age of 90.  Predeceased by her husband Cecil Hugh McMaster.  Loving mother of Ian (wife Lori) and Alan (wife Christine) McMaster. ...

Sep 7, 2019

WILKINSON, Brian Ottawa, Ontario

Passed away on September 7, 2019 following a tragic accident, at the age of 58. Brian is survived by his sister Debbie and brothers, Thomas, John, David and Gordon. A visitation will be held at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road on September 20th, from...

Sep 7, 2019

McCooeye, James “Elroy” McCooeye

Plumber NRC 32 years

Stittsville Fire Department

With much sadness we announce the death of Elroy.  Born in Ottawa November 4, 1930 to the late  James McCooeye and Florence (nee Foley).  Raised and resided in Stittsville from 1935 to September 7, 2019.  Married his loving wife Ann...

Sep 7, 2019

Reid – Cynthia Florence (nee Kirby)

April 30, 1930 – September 7, 2019

On Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the age of 89 years.  Beloved wife of the late G. Donald Reid.  Loving mother of Jane Reid, Jennifer Reid-Hudson (Wayne Hudson), Gordon Reid (Evelyn Daghofer), and Sheila Reid (Wayne Schultz).  Dear Granny of Cailin Hudson, Scott Dennis, Christina...

Sep 3, 2019

Adams, Edward

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edward peacefully at home with his wife by his side on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 in his 90th year.  Beloved husband of Mona Palmer of 66 years.  Loving father to Janice (Ken McNeil), Clifford (Ruth Ann) and Donna.  Survived by 4 grandchildren and 2...

Sep 3, 2019

OGILVIE, Margaret Claire (née Murray) July 2, 1923 – September 3, 2019 Ottawa, Ontario

Margaret Ogilvie (Mom) passed in comfort and peacefully on September 3 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital. She was 96 and in good health until recently. Mom was born on July 2, 1923 in Pleasant Valley, Pictou County, Nova Scotia. She married...

Sep 2, 2019

ROBINSON, Gord (Gordie) retired OC Transpo driver 1167 and booking clerk for over 31 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2nd, 2019 at the Kemptville Hospital at the age of 72.  He leaves behind his loving wife of 45 wonderful years Louise (née Dufresne), his sons Cliff of Ottawa and Steve and Emilie Gilbert of Halifax, NS.  Predeceased...

Sep 2, 2019

HARVEY, Derek “Bob” Robin Harry

Peacefully with his daughters by his side, at the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre, on Monday September 2nd, 2019 at the age of 84. Loving husband of the late Rita Harvey (née Ward). Loving father of Sarah (Bernie Horton), and Joanna Harvey. Proud grandfather of Christian, Samantha and Mackenzie....