Recent Obituaries

Sep 2, 2019

Sida, Derek William

Retired Professor of Mathematics (Carleton University), and an outstanding teacher, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2019 in his 93rd year.  A former Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Dean of St. Patrick’s College, Derek also served as Salary Chair of the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations; Treasurer of the...

Aug 30, 2019

VEZINA, Doreen (née McConnell)

1932-2019

Peacefully on Friday August 30, 2019 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late André Vezina. Loving mother of Ann-Marie (John). Dear sister of Neita Pike (Jack), the late Gordon McConnell (Anne), and Joy Medwedew (Wally). Cherished aunt to many nieces and...

Aug 29, 2019

Lane, John

Passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2019 at the age of 83 years. Beloved husband of Janice. Loving father of Rebecca and Rachel (Doug Lynch). Proud Papa of Emily, Aaron, Alex, Sarah, and Regan. A memorial reception will be held at the

Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral...

Aug 27, 2019

Fitzpatrick, Jeanette “Shirley”

Nee Gowan

On Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at the age of 80 years. Predeceased by her husband Terry. Loving mother of Deanna O’Connell (Scott) and Bradley (Clare). Cherished grandmother of Carter, Megan, Kevin, Ryan, Owen and James. Daughter of the late Van and Mildred Gowan. Dear sister of Elaine Pulfer (late Bob)...

Aug 27, 2019

Joyce Raine (Higginbottom)

We are very sad to announce the sudden passing of Joy at the age of 88 on August 27, 2019. She was predeceased by her husband, Chris and will be lovingly remembered by all her friends and family, including daughter Heather, son Michael (Phylis), grandchildren Kristen (Justin), Mark, and Jeffrey...

Aug 27, 2019

SHEHU, Naime (Née Kelodhi) February 21, 1927 – August 27, 2019

Peacefully on Tuesday August 27 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Skender Shehu. Loving mother of the late Bardha (Shpetim), Ylli (Natasha) and Arben. Cherished grandmother of Gerta, Keti, and Artemisa. She will be missed by extended family...

Aug 26, 2019

Vivian Rourke Johnston August 4, 1931 – August 26, 2019

Peacefully on Monday August 26, at the age of 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Johnston. Loving mother of Bruce (Lise) and Jennifer (Nick). Cherished grandmother of Lee, Janice (Burke), and Jesse, great-grandmother of Scotia and Violet. Dear sister of the...

Aug 26, 2019

ACRES, Pearl Elizabeth (née Sample) May 3rd, 1929 – August 26th, 2019

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear loving mom at the Ruddy Shenkman Hospice. We have lost a precious genuine gem who had a wonderful sense of humour and who had an immense love of and...

Aug 24, 2019

Bosy, Terry Michael

July 31, 1958 – August 24, 2019

Systems Engineer, Natus Medical

We sadly announce that Terry Michael Bosy, age 61, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at the Ottawa General Hospital in the loving presence of his wife, close family and friends.

Terry fought his battle...

Aug 24, 2019

Hope, Doris Ethel

(nee Grierson)

M.A, B. Comm, F.L.M.I., retired faculty Algonquin College

WWII Veteran, W.R.C.N.S., Bletchley Park – Naval Intelligence, an avid genealogist, historian and golfer

After a brief illness, peacefully following a long and productive...

Aug 21, 2019

Buchanan - Nan

Passed peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2019, age 98 years. Beloved wife of the late Kent (Buck) Buchanan. Treasured mother of Alan (Mary), Betty-Ann Gilliland (Dan), Bob (Helen), Sue Pierce (Rusty) and Sheila Buchanan (Joe Agueci). Predeceased by her son Jim. Loving Nana of Stephanie, Trevor, Devin, Jesse, Dan, Nick, and Jeanne. Great grandmother...

Aug 17, 2019

Johnson, Joyce (nee Webb)

Joyce passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2019 in her 95th year.  She has gone to join her loving husband Leonard Johnson.  Joyce was the wonderful mother of Beverley (Tom), June (Cliff), and Dale (Mario), and much loved grandmother of six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.  Friends may call at the Garden Chapel of...

Aug 16, 2019

Wright – Sharon Ann

Employee – OC Transpo

In hospital after a short illness on Friday, August 16, 2019, age 59 years.  Loving mother of Rachel Vanvliet (Derek) and Bryan Dunn (Tara).  Cherished grandmother of William and Thomas Vanvliet; and Ella and Jordan Dunn.  Dear sister of John (Lynn), Gail Scarbo (late Jim)...

Aug 13, 2019

Smith, William Alfred

"Bill"

February 11, 1932 - August 13, 2019

Bill was born in Kirkland Lake and raised in Northern Ontario gold mining towns. He was predeceased by loving parents Alfred and Lena Smith, and by dear sisters Marge and Fran.

Bill travelled south to Almonte for his high school...

Aug 13, 2019

Laurie Carol Coady (nee White)

Peacefully at home on Tuesday August 13, 2019, surrounded by her family, after a courageous 11-year battle with breast cancer.  Loving wife and life partner of 39 years to Bernard Coady. Amazing mother to daughters Melissa (Ken Simonsen) and Jessica.  Cherished daughter of Doug and the late Greta White and...

Aug 12, 2019

Lachance, Hilleard William Henry “Hank"

Passed away peacefully at home in Bell's Corners being cared for by his loving children on Monday August 12th at the age of 91. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 59 years Nora (nee Breen) and his youngest son Allan.  He will be forever...

Aug 12, 2019

Forse, Arlene Wilma

(nee Burns)

Died peacefully in her sleep on August 12th, 2019 at the age of ninety-two. Arlene was born in Montreal on June 26, 1927 to Mabel Matilda McPhee and Allan Woodrow Burns. She went to college to...

Aug 12, 2019

REED, Albert George “Bert” A.G. Reed Ltd, C-FSUR

After a full and wonderful life, Albert George Reed “Bert” passed away peacefully on August 12, 2019 with his loving family at his side.  He had recently celebrated his 94th birthday and his 67th wedding anniversary.  Mourning his loss and remembering his passion, intellect, and...

Aug 9, 2019

Simester, Alfred Gordon

1937-2019

Died Friday, August 9 at 11:30 am of a heart attack.

He leaves his wife of 56 years, Barbara, and his children Arnold (Debbie Lane), Shelley, and Brett. He also leaves his beloved grandchild Eden. Predeceased by his parents Col. Alfred Simester and Eleanor Margaret Gordon of the Salvation...

Aug 9, 2019

Gibson, Catherine

Catherine “Cap” (Port) Gibson passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 9, 2019, in her 101st year. She was the daughter of Charles and Eva (Hunt) Port of Westboro, Ottawa, Ontario Predeceased by her brother, John C. Port. Beloved wife of F/L John Beatty “Jack” Gibson of Saltcoats, SK (1914-2007). Their family travelled...