Recent Obituaries

Jun 9, 2016

RMC3387 Jeffery Scott Upton Col(ret)

Son of the late Elsie Maud Jeffery and the late Thomas Frederick Upton, and devoted husband of the late Thér&egravese Dumas, died June 9, 2016 at Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa. Survived by his beloved caregiver and close friend Mary Sheffield, loving daughter Sue and husband Tim Tickner (Hamilton, Ontario), and brother...

Jun 8, 2016

Ian William Eckersley

We are ever so sad to announce the death of our dearest Ian on June 8th, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife and partner Carolyn, dearest mother Susan, darling sister Anne (Howell), his mother-in-"lore" Patricia and his cherished sons Josh (Jennifer), Steven (Sandra) and Sam; his treasured grandchildren Harrison, Liam,...

Jun 8, 2016

Runolfson - Charles "Chuck”

Peacefully at Saint Vincent Hospital on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Petrie). Dear father of Rob (Cindy) and Paige Runolfson. Step father of Andrew Preston (Tammy) and Dan Preston (Tanya). Loving grandfather of Anika, Evan and Olivia Runolfson; Jarod, Jonah, Micah, Owen and Avery Preston. Also...

Jun 7, 2016

Beloved wife of 63 years to Clarence Elliott Hodgins. Pat passed peacefully with her children, Cindy (Paul Kreitzer) and Michael (Diane Riou Hodgins) at her side at Garden Terrace, Kanata on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. Born in Ste. Catharines, Ontario in July of 1928, to Laura (Brennan) and Cecil Buchanan. Sister to Neil Buchanan (Angela Woodward), Toronto, and Michael...

Jun 5, 2016

Reddick- Linda

Peacefully in hospice, Sunday June 5th, 2016 at the age of 68, surrounded by her immediate family. Loving mother of Laurie Valentine (Chris), and Ron Reddick (Lina). Cherished grandmother of Tyler, Oliver & Danny. Linda will be sadly missed by her brothers, George, Herbie, Danny, David & Wayne, as well as very dear friend Eric...

Jun 5, 2016

HELEN KATE COWICK WWII VETERAN, RCAF LIFE MEMBER ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR #625

Helen Kate Cowick (nee Hughes) at the age of 91, wife of the late Thomas L. Cowick. Mother of Bill (Nancy) and Janice Gregory (Derek). Nana of Adrienne Oliver (Karim) and Alexandra Taylor (Shawn). Great Nana of Devyn, Jayden, Lauren and Ethan. Sister of...

Jun 4, 2016

Shouldice, G. Howard Proud Owner Shouldice Food Market Peacefully at Central West Hospice on Saturday, June 4, 2016 in his 97th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Elsie. Loving father of Shirley Scharf (Wayne), Lark Hodgins (Bob Perkins), and Wendy Horne (Gord). Dear grandfather of Kerri, Debbie, David, and Courtney. Also survived by 4 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the...

Jun 4, 2016

McKnight, Diana (nee Greer, formerly Lascelles)

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Diana Greer McKnight on Saturday, June 4, 2016. She was with family when she passed away peacefully in her sleep after a brief battle with cancer. Predeceased by husband Robert McKnight, parents Harvey Greer and Beatrice Hisko and brother Denham...

Jun 3, 2016

ROBY, Pauline Annette (née Thibault)

Born in St. Albert, Alberta, Pauline passed away in Ottawa at Granite Ridge Residence on Friday, June 3, 2016 at the age of 92. Her passage from this life to another was serene, peaceful and on her own terms. Joining Pauline in her transition were her sons, Bernard and Robert along with...

Jun 2, 2016

Phyllis Carrigan (nee Fitzgerald)

Peacefully at Kemptville Hospital on Thursday, June 2, 2016 in her 72nd year. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Carrigan. Dear mother of Bryce and Tammy. Also survived by brother Everett Fitzgerald. Friends may attend a visitation at the Kars Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr., Kars on Monday, June...

May 29, 2016

Norris John Atkins

Following a valiant and determined struggle with Alzheimer’s, Norris left us on Sunday May 29, 2016 at the age of 86. Much loved husband of the late Celina (nee Richardson). Proud Father of Gordon (Karen) and Steven (Alice). Loving grandfather to Brian, Sandra Handysides (Daniel), Ryan and Christiana; and great grandfather to Hope Handysides....

May 29, 2016

Cousens/Currie, Joan Elizabeth (nee McConeghy) Peacefully at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital of Ottawa, on Sunday, May 29, 2016 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late George Cousens. Loving mother to Jennifer, John (Anick), David (Annette) and Geoff (Donna). Loved grandmother of Eve, Thomas, Michael, Isaac, Ted, Kassandra and Braden, and great-granddaughter, Paislee. Joan is survived by her...

May 28, 2016

Passed away peacefully on May 28, 2016 at the age of 88. Dearly loved brother of Jacques "Jack" (Yvonne). Survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. A celebration of his life will be held at the Carp Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 115 Rivington St, Carp on Wednesday, June 1 ,2016 at 11:30 a.m. Burial has taken place at...

May 28, 2016

JAMES ALAN HAM 1923-2016 On May 28, 2016, James Alan Ham passed away peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital; his children Deborah, Elizabeth, Alan and Linda were all with him in his final days. Jim had been predeceased by his beloved wife Nancy Doreen Ham (1923-2014). Jim was born in Ottawa on August 19th, 1923 at the Grace Maternity...

May 27, 2016

Michael died peacefully at home surrounded by the loving care of his family. Dearly beloved husband of Margaret Holloway Forward. Devoted father of Jennifer Forward, (Russ Smith, deceased), Sheila Forward Davis (Shann Davis) and Michael Forward (Sarah Brandon). Adoring “Pama” of Seth, Sydney and Oscar Forward. Predeceased by his parents, James Alexander Forward and Edith Mills Forward and by...

May 26, 2016

In the comfort of her own home on May 26, 2016. Proud mother of Stuart Walters (Lindsay Burke). Beloved daughter of Alan Johnston and of the late Ute Johnston (nee Ullmann). Cherished sister of Jeff (Rachel) and Doug Johnston. Loving aunt of Eric and Connor Johnston. Mema to Snoop, Chester and Teela. Special friend to Kathryn Graham, Paula Blondeau...

May 26, 2016

Estabrooks – Elsie Aileen Ellorient Vane (née Rogers)

The family is saddened to announce Elsie’s passing at Extendicare Starwood Home, Ottawa, on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at the age of 85. Predeceased by her husband of 43 years, W. Russell Estabrooks and her brother David Rogers. Lovingly remembered by her children Bill (Barb), John (Judy), Mary O'Loughlin...

May 24, 2016

With family by her side, Mom passed away peacefully on May 24, 2016 at the Buckingham Hospital. For 52 years she was the beloved wife of John Blythe McClelland (deceased 1992). Survived by her children: Darryl (Freda), Letitia (late Don Clemenhagen), Kent (Lise) and Harold (Cindy). Also survived by her grandchildren: Maureen (Kim), Sheila (David), Blake (Tammy), Heather (Shawn),...

May 22, 2016

Lee - Elizabeth (Lisa)

Peacefully in hospital with her daughter Brittany by her side on Sunday, May 22, 2016 inher 52nd year. Also survived by her granddaughter Zoe; her parents Babe and Donna McRae; her brother Craig McRae (Lea) and their son Benjamin. Special thanks to her Aunt June Craig for the many trips, visits and all...

May 22, 2016

Betty McDonald 1922-2016

Passed away peacefully at age 94 on Saturday May 21, 2016 at her home. Beloved wife of the late Jack McDonald. Dear Mother of Donna (John Albert), and Roberta (Dave Spring). Predeceased by her daughter Judith (Uwe Karthaus). Loving Grandmother to Kirk (Johanne) Albert and Cindy (Rodney Locke). Proud Great-Grandmother of Racheal and Rayanna...