Recent Obituaries

Aug 3, 2015

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Edith Madalene Quinn after a courageous struggle. Edith was a proud Newfoundlander, born in St. John's Nfld. She was the devoted and beloved wife of Joseph William Quinn for almost 74 years. She was so proud of and loved by her daughters Gloria Hare of Calgary, AB and Donna...

Aug 1, 2015

Finter, Micheal "Mike"

Realtor (RE/MAX Barrhaven) and retired Canadian Forces (CFB Ottawa South)

The family is sorry to announce that Mike passed away from cancer at his home on Saturday, August 1, 2015 at the age of 60. Mike was very proud of his 2 daughters Katherine (James Wiens) and Sarah (Chad Maddex) and their...

Jul 31, 2015

WWII Veteran 120 sqn RAF Costal Command

Peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family, friends and neighbours on July 31, 2015 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Mary Jo (2010). Loving father of David (Karen), Gregory, Don Jr. (Laurel) and Michael. Cherished grandfather of Lyndsay (Erik) and Katie, Ben, Jennifer...

Jul 30, 2015

Died peacefully on July 30, 2015 in Ottawa, Ontario at the age of 67. She is survived by her husband, Gilles Desmarais; daughter, Sarah Desmarais (Richard Van Dorn); granddaughter, Mireille Van Dorn; step-granddaughter, Grace Loflin-Van Dorn; sister, Louise Lavallée; "sister", Wendy Sharman; sisters-in-law, Jeannine Ruggiero (Tony), Denise Desmarais Bence (Art), and Danielle Schneider; and aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews....

Jul 29, 2015

Stephen passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at the Embassy West Hospice, as he lived his life, quietly and with dignity. He leaves behind his wife Patricia "Trish", son James (Kelly), darling granddaughters Lola and Madison, his dear brother Greg (Mary) and many special in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be at the Garden Chapel of...

Jul 27, 2015

Andrew Charles Dolan

1927-2015

Andrew Dolan of R.R. # 6 Perth and formerly of Ottawa passed away in the Perth Hospital on Monday, July 27, 2015. Son of the late Thomas Dolan and Gertrude Munro. Survived by his son Kevin Dolan, grandchildren Peggy, Shane, Alana, Amanda, Amber, Genevieve and many great-grandchildren. Predeceased by...

Jul 26, 2015

Peacefully in hospital on July 26, 2015 at the age of 78 years. Beloved wife of the late John Smith. Survived by Earl Barr. Loving mother of Jayne Button (Robert), Charlene Baker (Simon), Glenn Smith (Alison), the late Robert Smith and the late Ricky Smith. Cherished nanny to 7 and great- nanny to 2. Fay will be fondly remembered...

Jul 26, 2015

Peacefully in hospital, Ottawa, Ontario on Sunday, July 26, 2015. Beloved son of Helen Duguay (nee Assad) and the late Gaston Duguay. Loving husband of Stephanie Smith. Cherished father of Stephanie (Stephen), Michel (Ashley) and Amanda (Richard). Cherished Grampa of Emily and Elizabeth. Fondly remembered by many uncles, aunts, cousins, colleagues and friends. Family and friends may call at...

Jul 21, 2015

Novakowski - E. Nicholas

Suddenly on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 in his 54 th year. Loving son of Amy Novakowski and the late Nicholas. Dear brother of Kent (Lynda), and uncle to Braden (Laurin), Galen (Adrienne) and Devon. Nick was a professor of environmental studies at the Grenfell Campus, Memorial University for many years. He was...

Jul 19, 2015

Roger Aston

November 21, 1945-July 19, 2015

Roger was born in Woverhampton, United Kingdom. He spent his early years in England then travelled with his family to Cornwall, Ontario. Roger held a BSc. degree in chemistry and B.A. in sociology. He worked for several years as a wood products technician...

Jul 18, 2015

Saumur - Guy

It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of our dear father Guy, on Saturday, July 18 th , 2015 at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by his wife Florence Taillon and daughters Lise and Jacqueline (Geoff Nugent). Guy is survived by his 8 children: Michel (Lorraine Gay),...

Jul 18, 2015

Chris Ford

October 16 1940 – July 18 2015

Birmingham, UK – Ottawa, Ontario

In the evening hours of Saturday July 18th, 2015 Christine Dorothy Ford passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Left to carry on her legacy are her 3 daughters: Caroline (Toby), Lorraine (Rich)...

Jul 18, 2015

Léo-Paul Tremblay

B.A. Sc., M. Sc. (Laval), PhD (Toronto)

Passed away quietly at CSLD Montfort, on July 18, 2015 at the age of 97. Son of the late Napoléon Tremblay and the late Alice Alain, both of Québec City, and husband of the late Iris Lorraine Hillis of Toronto (for 35 years) and to the...

Jul 17, 2015

Hardage/ Yeo, Margaret

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dearly loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother surrounded by her adoring family on Friday, July 17, 2015 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late John Yeo, daughter of the late Alexander and Lillian McPherson. Dear mother of Ruth (David)...

Jul 16, 2015

SAMPLE, Thomas George

September 26, 1922- July 16, 2015

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Dad, peacefully in his home surrounded by the love of his family on Thursday, July 16, 2015, in his 93 rd year. Beloved husband of 63 years to the late Doreen Robinson...

Jul 15, 2015

Gifford - Dorothy Elaine "Dot"

(née Vaughn)

Peacefully in hospital after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family on Wednesday July 15, 2015, in her 74 th year. Beloved wife and best friend of Bill Gifford. Loving mom of Brant (Suzanne) and greatest B’ma ever to Tyson and Colby. Cherished daughter...

Jul 12, 2015

MOORE, Carol Elizabeth

(nee Lowry)

Peacefully, on Sunday, July 12, 2015 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Moore. Much loved mother of Robin Moore and Catherine Tattrie. Proud and cherished Grandma of Richard Tattrie. Predeceased by her parents, Evelyn Priest and David Lowry and by brother David Lowry...

Jul 11, 2015

Nicol - Thomas Frederick

BSc, Certified Crop Advisor

Peacefully surrounded by his family at the Hospice at May Court on Saturday, July 11, 2015 in his 62 nd year. Loving life partner of Patti McDonald. Cherished father of Conor (Keldi Forbes) and Marli (Greg Hanniman). Beloved grandfather of Raylan. Brother...

Jul 11, 2015

Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital - General Campus, on Saturday, July 11, 2015, in her 75 th year. Beloved wife of Terry, mother of Christine Amey (Heather Whitmore); grandmother of Carrie, Katie, Brenda and Anna Amey; great-grandmother of Jason, all of Kingston, ON. She is also survived by sister Linda (Mrs. Carl Boast) of Lake Wales , FL and...

Jul 10, 2015

Landon William David Samek

Landon was born on June 20th 2015 to parents Shailla Fairweather and Kevin Samek. Landon required open heart surgery after he was born due to a heart defect and on June 30th 2015, he underwent this operation. Shortly after his surgery Landon went into heart failure. After a second...