Recent Obituaries

Jul 29, 2013

In hospital, surrounded by and with the love of her family, after a battle with cancer, faced with incredible grace and courage on Monday, July 29th, 2013, at the age of 57 years. Proud, exceptional, and adored Momma of Lauren. Indescribably kind, loving, and wonderful wife of David. Predeceased by her parents, Cyril and Marie Taylor. Much loved sister...

Jul 28, 2013

Suddenly on Sunday July 28, 2013, in his 66th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Shirley (Maheral). Dear Father of Andrea Elizabeth and Peter Matheson. Cherished Grampy of James and Victoria Foottit. Loving Godfather of Kristina Maheral Sundin. Dear brother of Melissa Tsangaris (Andreas). Proud Uncle of Theo and Matthaios Tsangaris. Predeceased by his parents Aubrey Matheson Gay...

Jul 28, 2013

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear mother and loving wife Birgit (nee Hagen). Born in Husum, Germany on January 21, 1942, she came to Canada in 1964 and selflessly supported her family from PEI to California. She passed away peacefully at home on July 28 at the age of 71, just over a month short...

Jul 27, 2013

Died peacefully in Ottawa on July 27th, 2013 in her 94th year. She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Lorne, her sisters Grace (Ted Bainard), Edith and Nora Kains, and her brother Archie Kains. She is survived by her children Michael (Jane), Sheila (Otto Vestergaard), Lisa (Paul...

Jul 25, 2013

Suddenly on Thursday, July 25, 2013 at the age of 27. Beloved daughter of the late Alana Myles (1999). Amanda will be forever loved and missed by Marg (Ron) Henry; Crystal, Denis, Alixz, Xavier Shepherd-Martin; April Shepherd, Shawn, Cassidy, Kevin Fraser; Joe (Terra) Henry; Amber Henry and Ian Johnston. She is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and many...

Jul 24, 2013

Peacefully in the company of her loving husband of 63 years, at sunset on July 24, 2013, Audrey Gerylo (nee Frame) of Gloucester, Ontario at the age of 86. Dear daughter of the late Thomas and Ina Frame, beloved wife and best friend of Stephen, cherished mother of Stephanie of Ottawa, Debra (Greg, and his daughter Sara) of Spencerville,...

Jul 24, 2013

Peacefully, at the Inuvik Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Karl. Loving mother of Debbie. Proud and adoring grandmother of Roald. Youngest daughter of the late Ralph and Margaret Melvin. Sister to the late Miriam. She will also be fondly remembered, and dearly missed by many, including her...

Jul 22, 2013

After a lengthy illness, at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Monday, July 22, 2013 in his 70th year. Survived by his siblings Ojani, Jeanette, Seriouhi, Meharan and many nieces and nephews. Friends may attend a graveside service at Highland Park Cemetery, 2037 McGee Side Road, Carp,July 29th 2013 at 12 noon.

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Jul 22, 2013

Peacefully passed away at Carlingview Manor on Monday, July 22, 2013 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Albert Lafortune (2008). Loving mother of Larry and Barry. Fondly remembered by her daughter-in-law Sabina. Cherished grandmother of Albert. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road (at Roosevelt) on Thursday from 1-3...

Jul 21, 2013

Helen passed away peacefully on July 21st with family members by her side. She had been in the excellent care of the Perley Rideau Veterans' Health Centre. She is survived by her loving husband of sixty years, Malcolm and by her adoring children, Susan, Cheryl (David Martin), Peter, Janet (Patrick Duggan), Jeffrey and her grandchildren Sarah and Shayla. Helen...

Jul 21, 2013

Peacefully, on Sunday, July 21, 2013 in her 91st year. In loving memory, we say goodbye to our beloved Aunt who has brought fun, love and laughter into the lives of those she touched. Predeceased by her siblings, Bob (Steph), Ronnie (Mary), and Stel Rudkoski (Bob). Cherished "Kooks" of Tina (Mark Thorenton) – Tim (Lynsey), Sarah, Dan (Meg), and...

Jul 21, 2013

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. John Valberg at home, on Sunday, July 21, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Churchbridge, Saskatchewan, son of the late John and Rose Valberg and brother of the late Dr. Leslie Valberg (Barbara).

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Jul 20, 2013

Peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, July 20th, 2013 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late David. Loving mother of Mary (Jeff) and Will. Marjorie will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Special thanks to all the staff at Groves Park Lodge for all their care. Friends may call at the...

Jul 20, 2013

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Anne on July 20, 2013. Daughter of the late Rose and Nicholas Kalka. She leaves behind her loving sister Irene Lillico (Don) and cousins Jean-Michel (Helen) and Myron (Danielle) Komarnicki and their families. She will be missed by her many cherished friends in the teaching profession, the...

Jul 19, 2013

Peacefully in hospital on Friday, July 19, 2013 in his 90th year. Beloved and much loved husband for almost 65 years of Doris (Gordon). Loving father of Carol Westcott and Lyle (Mary-Jane). Cherished grandfather of Christopher (Patricia), Shane (Lindsay) and Gerianne and great grandfather of Ryan, Aiden, Keegan and Catherine Rose. Brother of Phyllis Hamilton. Brother-in-law of Garnet Cowell....

Jul 19, 2013

Peacefully in hospital on Friday, July 19, 2013 at the age of 85. Wife of the late Warren Smyth. Beloved mother of Sandra (Gary) Cooke and Wayne (Louise Chenevert) Smyth. Grandmother of Adam (Sarah) and Kristen Cooke. Born February 15, 1928 to parents Myrtle (nee Delmer) and James Nesbitt. Predeceased by siblings Albert, Mary, Duncan, John and Lowery. Verna...

Jul 18, 2013

After a brief illness in hospital on Thursday, July 18th, 2013 at the age of 84. Loving husband of Enid. Dear father of Earl, Glenn (Kathy), Lyle (Debbie), Dale, Wayne and predeceased by son Blair. Cherished grandfather of Kara, Jesse, Eric (Sayaka), Brad, Emily and great-grandfather of Michael, Alexis, Lorenzo, Tina and Kristy. Survived by his brother Ernie (Velma),...

Jul 18, 2013

David passed away peacefully on July 18, 2013 at the age of 57 years. Loving son of Doreen Edgerton and the late Lloyd Edgerton. David will be sadly missed by his siblings: Nancy, Janet (Billy), Brenda (August), Doug (Donna), Joanne (Doug) and April (Anthony). Predeceased by brothers Jack and James. David will be fondly remembered for his great sense...

Jul 18, 2013

A mother to many, a dear friend to multitudes, an example to all. On July 18, 2013, at the age of 87, Gertrude made a peaceful departure from this world, at home, surrounded by family. She lived a long life filled with love, kindness, laughter and expressed her creativity through painting and flowers. Gertrude was dearly loved and cherished...

Jul 15, 2013

Suddenly as the result of an accident in London, Ontario on Monday, July 15, 2013 in her 18th year. Beloved daughter of Marie Desjardins and Brent Ainsworth. Cherished sister of William. Proud granddaughter of Joan (the late David) O'Leary and the late Blanche (Lawrence) Desjardins. Josie will be sadly missed by her boyfriend Chris, uncle Paul (Sarah) Desjardins, aunt...