Recent Obituaries

Mar 19, 2016

HARVEY, John Alan

Passed away peacefully, aged 81, at the Ottawa West Hospice on Saturday, March 19, 2016 after a long battle with cancer. Alan is survived by his children Mary-Anne, Steven, and Sandra (Chris). He will be missed dearly by Carol, his grandchildren Brooke and Tyler Carroll, siblings Bob (Kae), Roy (Mary), and Barbara...

Mar 18, 2016

Threader, Jack George

Born on June 9, 1928 and raised in St. Catharines, ON. It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Jack at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Friday, March 18, 2016. Beloved husband and best friend of Jean (MacDonald) his constant companion for over 65...

Mar 17, 2016

Gary David Roos

Gary died peacefully March 17, 2016 at the age of 75. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Agnes (Burke) Roos and his brothers Phil (Winnie), John (Joyce) and Leo. Much loved brother of Gloria DuVall (the late Al), Joan Berndt (the late Glenn), Anne Way (the late Pat), Mary Kavanaugh (Rupert), Carole Flynn (Dale),...

Mar 17, 2016

IN LOVING MEMORY of LUCY REBECCA (nee TAKER) FLETCHER December 5, 1926 - March 17, 2016 Ottawa, Ontario Born in Timmins, Ont., she grew up in New Glasgow, N.S., and remained a Maritimer at heart. She was predeceased by her parents Percy and Bertie (nee Keating) Taker, brothers Laurence ["Tiny"] and Roy Taker and sister Greta (Don) Macdonald. She is...

Mar 17, 2016

Jack Shields (John Andrew)

It is with great sadness that the Shields family announces the passing of Jack on 17 March, loving husband of Betty, proud father of Jackie, Jill, Jenny (John) and Jeff (Carla) and the best grandfather to Blaire, Jake, Gryffin and new arrival Jackson. Jack was born in 1937 to Jack and Agnes Shields...

Mar 17, 2016

RUTTAN, Donald Allan ("Al")

Feb. 9, 1929 - Mar. 17, 2016

Retired Captain, RCAF

Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth,

And danced the skies on laughter - silvered wings;

Sunward I've climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth of sun-split clouds,...

Mar 17, 2016

After a short illness and hospitalization, Ellen Lawson passed away peacefully in the Civic Hospital on Thursday, March 17, 2016. She leaves her beloved daughter Janis (Don Dalziel) and brother-in-law Paul F. D'Hondt of Windsor, ON. She was predeceased by her much-loved husband Jack (John James), by her parents William Alexander Cumpotey and Ellen Cumpotey (nee Pugh), and by...

Mar 16, 2016

Freitag – Herbert

July 5, 1931 – March 16, 2016

With great sadness we announce the sudden and unexpected death of Herb on March 16, 2016 at the age of 84. He is survived by his wife of more than 53 years Marilyn, and their children Hal, Lynne and Neal. Also surviving are Herb's sister...

Mar 14, 2016

Leslie Clough

May 7, 1927 -March 14, 2016

From the farms of the Eastern Townships, through the city of Montreal, to retirement in Ottawa, Leslie passed away peacefully on March 14th, 2016. Beloved husband of Kaye and brother to Kay and Linda. Father of Kelly (Ryan) and Robert (Grace). Caring grandfather to Justin...

Mar 12, 2016

Kevin Michael Spero

Suddenly in hospital on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at the age of 53. Beloved husband of Marianne Prigly. Loving father of Christian and Leah. Dear son of Ken and Denise Spero. Brother of Marc (Melissa) and Greg (Tara). Kevin will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call at the...

Mar 12, 2016

Ketchum, Vincent

While playing outside at his home with his brother, Vincent collapsed and died suddenly on Saturday March 12, 2016 at 10 years of age. Deeply loved son of Michael Ketchum and Margaret (nee Blagg). Kind and loving brother of Libby, Caleb and Jessica Ketchum. Cherished grandson of Primrose Ketchum (Philip Hebert), Elizabeth Vavasour...

Mar 11, 2016

Forget - Stéphane "Steve"

Suddenly on Friday, March 11, 2016 age 48 years. Beloved husband of Sherry (McDonald) and dear father of Shannon (David) and Sasha (Chad). Cherished son of Fleur-Aimée and the late Pierre. Loving grandfather of Asa and Ryleigh. Brother of Diane Methot (Lawrence) and the late Michel. Friends may attend a visitation at the...

Mar 10, 2016

Steele, Richard "Dick"

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 10, 2016 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Phyllis. Cherished father of Janet (Randy Harris), Richard (Julie), and Dave (Sharon Murphy). Loving grandfather of Katherine, Sarah, Jacob, Zach, Morgan and Staycie and great-grandfather of Richard, Kai, Niko, Tate and Kipp. Predeceased by his sister Joan. A private...

Mar 10, 2016

Ellis, William Ronald “Ron”

September 1, 1942 - March 10, 2016

Peacefully at Granite Ridge, Stittsville, Ontario on Thursday, March 10, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Joan Abrams. Loving father of Karen (Brian) Hall. Proud grandfather of Steven and Christopher. A special thank you to the wonderful caring...

Mar 8, 2016

Scharf - Ellard Kenneth

Employee, Austin Powder Company (28 years)

Peacefully at home after a battle with brain cancer on Tuesday, March 8, 2016, age 49 years. Beloved husband of Christine Warwick. Dear father of Carley. Son of Gladys (Simpson) and the late Kenneth Scharf of Manotick. Dear brother...