Recent Obituaries

Nov 22, 2018

It is with monumental sadness, that we announce the peaceful passing of John, age 94 at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Muriel of 70 years. He was the ever present and caring father of Patrick (Connie), Stephen (Shao-Mei), Lynda (Richard) and Kevin (Kim). Papa was a doting grandfather of Meileen,...

Nov 22, 2018

After a life well lived, Irene passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on Thursday, November 22, 2018 at the age of 92 at the Buckingham Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis (Frank) Cosgrove and only child of the late Peter McGarry and Olivina Brazeau, a loving, devoted mother to Dennis (Louise Lemaire), Audrey (Lionel...

Nov 21, 2018

Awada, Michelle Nee Sileci Oct. 19, 1972 - Nov. 21, 2018 It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Michelle Awada (nee Sileci) at the tender age of 46, on November 21, 2018, after a battle with leukemia that she met with courage and dignity. Michelle leaves behinds her husband, best friend and...

Nov 20, 2018

Peacefully at Starwood Nursing Home, Ottawa at the age of 96 years. Beloved mother of Pauline Gimmer, Doug Gimmer (Assunta Tini), Dan Gimmer and Melody Smith. Cherished grandmother of Jason and Christopher Gimmer; Jeff, Craig and Michael Smith and great-grandson Heath. Predeceased by David H. Gimmer and son David B. Gimmer. Special thank you to Dr. Rose, Helen, Oudone...

Nov 19, 2018

Willems, Bruce Mark

Peacefully, following a complicated struggle with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, on Monday, November 19, 2018 at the age of 71 years. Beloved husband of Ardyth (nee Clarkson). Proud father of Gwen (Derek Rhodenizer) and Steph. Loving grandfather of Joshua and Elijah. Survived by his sisters Lois and Nancy. Bruce began his professional career at the Department...

Nov 18, 2018

Passed away peacefully on Sunday November 18, 2018. Beloved wife of 62 years to Jack. Loving mom of Cathy (Gib) and Karen (Bill). Devoted Nanny to Dan (Ashley), Alex (Brittany) and Joe and her great-grandchildren Emmerson Rose and Carter Jack. Will be greatly missed by the Cameron family and Jim Waddington. Predeceased by her loving parents James and Elizabeth Quinn,...

Nov 18, 2018

Kathleen Pegg (née Drew)

Passed away peacefully at Starwood nursing home on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the age of 95. She is survived by her loving sons Randy McDonald (Melodie) and Rock McDonald. Predeceased by daughter Carol and husband Bernie Pegg. Sadly, missed by her grandchildren Melissa Connolly (David), Karen Mumby (Nathan) and Scott...

Nov 18, 2018

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Ken was born in Bassano, AB, grew up in Hull, QC, and was a teacher and school administrator in Ottawa for 35 years. He found joy running with his wife, playing the piano and was so very proud of his children. He will be missed by his wife Jean; sister Kathy; children Julie,...

Nov 17, 2018

Beament, Gerald Arthur

Passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the age of 87. He was born September 7, 1931 in Toronto and grew up in Orillia. Beloved husband of 62 years to the late Patricia. Loving father to Geoff (Caroline Risi) and Alison (Dan Tennian). Cherished grandfather to Kalin, Sean, Kierra, Dylan and...

Nov 17, 2018

Jack Brannen

1929-2018

John (Jack) Roland Brannen was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, May 6, 1929. He died in Ottawa, November 17, 2018. He is survived by his wife and best friend Susan, dear daughter Allison (Jon), adored grandsons Charlie and Andy. His loving...

Nov 16, 2018

PAUL, Ken

Appaulo Farms Ltd. Past President Carp Fair

PAUL, John Kenneth July 28, 1945 - November 16, 2018

Peacefully on Friday November 16, 2018, at the Ruddy Shenkman Hospice. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Buck); Loving father and grandfather to...

Nov 15, 2018

Betty passed away on November 15, 2018 at the age of 81. Loving mother of Christina, Brian (Johanne), Derrick (Carrie) and Charlene. She will be missed by her 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, her brothers: Campbell (Joy), Winston (Lucille), Russell, many nephews, nieces and close friends. She was predeceased by her parents Fred and Gwen Orange and her...

Nov 15, 2018

After a prolonged and difficult battle with cancer, Mary Stark (nee Weir), passed away at the Civic Hospital on November 15, 2018.

She grew up in Timmins, Ontario, with her brother Hugh (Weir) and sister Marion (Smith). Her own mother Marguerite, passed away at a very young age, leaving Mary to help in raising her brother and...

Nov 15, 2018

Bob Passed away on November 15th, 2018, at the age of 81 years old. He was the beloved husband of Lorna; the cherished father of Scott; the loving grandfather of Lee, Robin (Daniel Mueller) and Megan. He also leaves to mourn his niece Sheila Smith, his brother Daniel (Lorraine Smith), his brother-in-law Scottie (Gloria Green) as well as his...

Nov 15, 2018

Marjorie Affra Wright (née Gosling), was born December 30, 1922 in Dover, Kent, England, and passed away in Ottawa, Ontario on November 15, 2018 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her husband, George Arthur Wright, originally of Middleton, Prince Edward Island. She is survived by her sons Roger Elliott Wright...

Nov 14, 2018

Beehler, Hilda

Sept 28, 1935-November 14, 2018

Predeceased by her husband, the late Phil Beehler and son Richard (Lorraine Burns). Survived by son Dan (Roxsanna Mueller), daughters Donna (John Hector), Sheila (Scott Walsh) beloved grand children Amanda, late Lily, Brianne, Rena, Nathanial, Aynsley and Adam. You were the strongest and most...

Nov 14, 2018

Beverley Burkinshaw left this world peacefully on Wednesday November 14 th at the age of 83. Beverley leaves behind her loving sisters Eleanor (Guy), Margaret (Ed) and Barbara (Doug) as well as her daughter Glenda (Jim). Predeceased by her parents Stanley and Margaret Blakely. Throughout her life, Beverley coped with the many health issues that befell her....

Nov 13, 2018

Pestka – Florence Joan Miriam "Joan" (nee Potter)

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Born on June 11, 1928 in Huntsville, ON to parents Ethel and Tom Potter. Beloved wife of the late John Pestka. Predeceased by sisters Vera Gray (Harvey) and Sena Snowden (Cecil) and by nephew Terry Gray.

Joan...

Nov 13, 2018

Gordon James MacDonald

November 7, 1953 – November 13, 2018.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Gordon's passing at the Ottawa Hospital (Civic Campus) on Tuesday, November 13 th , 2018, surrounded by family.

Son of the late Greta MacIsaac and the late Donald DD MacDonald of Williamstown, Ontario....

Nov 13, 2018

Pestka – Florence Joan Miriam "Joan" (nee Potter)

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Born on June 11, 1928 in Huntsville, ON to parents Ethel and Tom Potter. Beloved wife of the late John Pestka. Predeceased by sisters Vera Gray (Harvey) and Sena Snowden (Cecil) and by nephew Terry Gray.

Joan...