Obituaries
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Nicole Kathryn Docksteader
Jul 10, 2023
Nicole Kathryn Docksteader, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on July 10, 2023 in Ottawa, Ontario. Beloved wife of Brad. Loving mother to Dax and Maverick. Cherished Daughter of Carl Bonferraro (late Kathryn). Caring sister of Matthew Bonferraro.
The Story: Born June 15, 1990 in Rochester,...
Brenda Wright
Jul 9, 2023
Wright - Brenda
Peacefully at St. Patrick’s Home on July 9, 2023 in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Peter Wright. Dear mother of Brad (Leela). Loving grandmother of Hayden and Ellis.
Predeceased by her daughter, Amber Wright. Sister of Carol Wright (Colin), Brian Harrison (Pam), Ted Harrison (Joyce), Trevor Harrison (Marjorie) and Cindy Cureston (Ron). Sister-in-law of Ben (Mary),...
Carter Jay Dumont
Jul 9, 2023
In loving memory of Carter Jay Dumont, son of Kyrstin Dumont and Cameron Bourbonnais-Shaver who entered this world on May 29th and took his last breath on July 9th of 2023.
Carter spent weeks, days and hours of his life surrounded by family and friends from both the Dumont and Bourbonnais-Shaver’s who he will be missed by dearly.
Carter left...
Antoinetta Olivieri
Jul 9, 2023
OLIVIERI, AntoniettaPeacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Vittorio. Dear mother of David (Sheila), Luciano, Anna (Graham), and Sylvester (Anna Triventi).
Proud Nonna of Veronica, Marcus, Brandon, Daniella, Luca and Leo. Dear sister-in-law to the late Antonio Olivieri, and the late Maria Olivieri. Dear aunt to...
Justin Newsom
Jul 8, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Justin Newsom on July 8, 2023 at the age of 37. He passed away peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital after a tragic accident. He leaves behind his loving mother Dale Weber, his stepfather Don Weber, loving father Peter Newsom, his stepmother Jackie Crichton, his loving grandmother Annie Wiebe,...
Barbara Ethel McKay
Jul 7, 2023
Peacefully at age 92 after a long and happy life Barbara passed away with her loving family close by. She is pre-deceased by her parents Albert and Lillian Askew (nee Costello). She goes to join her husband of 49 years Willie (2000) and her companion Guy Cole. Barb leaves behind her children, daughter Robin (Don Cameron), son Paul and her two...
Rita Durocher
Jul 5, 2023
It is with love and sadness, that the family of Rita Durocher announce her peaceful passing on July 5th, 2023 at the magnificent age of 102. Rita was the child of the late Bertha Elford and Michael Trudel. She is predeceased by her husband Oscar Durocher and her children Wayne, Perry, and Timothy, and her sister Winnifred Sinclair (William)....
Bernadette Helen Fyfe
Jul 4, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Bernice Fyfe (nee Quinn) announces her peaceful passing on the evening of Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, in Ottawa at the age of 89 years.
She was born the youngest child on October 8, 1933, in Verdun, Quebec to the late Bernard & Annie Quinn and was preceded in death by her...
Gwendolyn Brown
Jul 4, 2023
The family of Gwendolyn “Gwen” Nowell Brown (nee Jones) originally of Montreal, Quebec, announce the passing of their beloved matriarch. She stepped into eternity peacefully with her family by her side on July 4, 2023 in her 82nd year at the Civic Hospital. She displayed true courage and resilience in every step of the journey.
The light of late husband...
Barbara Jean Swann
Jun 29, 2023
Swann, Barbara Jean
(nee Colborn)
Peacefully at May Court Hospice, Mom passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the age of 91. Dear wife to the late Ian Swann. Loving mother of Nicola Swann and Ursula (Jay) Sandefur. Predeceased by her parents Cecil and Olive (Williams) Colborn and by a sister Irene Johnson. Fondly remembered by her family...
Susan Grant
Jun 28, 2023
After 2 years of uncertain illness and following a recent diagnosis of terminal cancer, Susan – a.k.a. Sue -passed away at her home in Carp with family by her side on Wednesday, June 28th, 2023. Beloved wife of Pierre Gérald Simard for over 35 years, Sue is survived by her son Zachary Benjamin Grant Simard and her daughter Madeleine Josée...
Ina Diordita
Jun 28, 2023
Ina Diordita (nee Tischenko) born in Novokuznezk, Russia, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 28 at the young age of 53. Ina is survived by her husband Igori and son Anatolie. Those who knew Ina knew her life was filled with joy and adventure. She was a loving mother and caring friend who showered each person she met with the...
Jesse Craig Michael Hawkins
Jun 26, 2023
Suddenly on June 26. Jesse was the beloved partner of Kaeli McCarthy. Just 36, he was brimming with life and laughter, only to be cruelly struck down at a moment of their greatest joy. The couple were preparing their new home while eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child. Parents Robert and Lynn Hawkins, Kaeli, and her parents...
Mary Louise Geekie
Jun 26, 2023
Our dear mother Mary Louise Geekie (nee Steele) passed away peacefully on June 26, 2023, after a long full life, leaving a legacy of unconditional love and the true meaning of family.
She was born in 1932 in Simcoe, Ontario to Walter and Mary Steele. While at Saltfleet High School, she met the love of her life, Douglas Albert...
Herman Hugenholtz
Jun 25, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce that Herman Hugenholtz passed away peacefully at home on Sunday June 25th, 2023. Herman leaves behind his loving wife Bev Stevens Hugenholtz of 56 years. Cherished father of Lindsay Hugenholtz Sherk (Brad Sherk) and Chris Hugenholtz (Kerri Cameron Hugenholtz). Proud grandfather of Karsten, Brianna and Axl. He also leaves behind his sisters Maria...
Jack Scrimgeour
Jun 24, 2023
Scrimgeour, John (Jack) Henry Carron
Passed away at the Queensway Carlton Hospital on Saturday June 24, 2023, in his 97th year. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Bowman). Loving father of Nancy Tomkins (Rob) and stepfather of Bob Dale (Martha), Alison Dale and Sandy Dale (Angela). Son of the late Robert and Mary Scrimgeour of Dundee, Scotland. Proud grandfather of seven...
"Bob" Kenneth Robert Scott
Jun 24, 2023
Passed away at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Saturday, June 24, 2023, in his 90th year.
Husband to Patricia (née Kelly), father of Vicki Charlery (Solivans), Kim Scott, Randy Scott and Kelly Gordon (Grant). Grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 15. Brother of Ross (Shadia). Predeceased by sister Barbara and brothers Gary (Diane) and Wayne.
Friends will be received...
Muriel (Addie) McHaffie
Jun 23, 2023
Addie Muriel McHaffie
December 22, 1930 – June 23, 2023
Retired Teacher
Passed away peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital on Friday, June 23, 2023, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Alexander. Dear mother of Holly McHaffie, Lawrence McHaffie (Lauran), and Bruce McHaffie (Christina Smith). Loving grandmother of Callum, Elli, Ian, and Scott. Sister of Marjorie Howe...
Dave Carkner
Jun 22, 2023
Leonard David Carkner
1961 - 2023
Passed away in hospital in the early hours of Thursday June 22, 2023, after a brave battle with illness and lymphoma.
Dearly loved father of Jacob and beloved brother of Linda (Dan McCann) and Glen (Penny). Predeceased by his parents, Wesley and Joyce Carkner. Dear uncle of Jennifer, Amanda, Kyle (Ashley), Wesley and great-uncle...
John Carl Havelock
Jun 22, 2023
John, cherished and devoted husband of Rick Mannell, passed away peacefully after a short & unexpected illness, Thursday 22 June 2023 at the age of 62. John spent the final 11 days of his life in the Intensive Care Unit on the Civic Campus of The Ottawa Hospital where he had worked for 36 years prior to his retirement...
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