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Mary Lyngard
Oct 26, 2023
We sadly announce the passing of Mary Lyngard (nee Higson) on October 26, 2023, at the age of 97 years.
Mary was born in Hamilton on October 21, 1926, to Harry Higson and Mary (nee Southern).
Lovingly known as “Red” to her husband, Dalbert, of 70 years; beloved Mother to Evelyn (late Edward), Cecelia, Allan (†), Dawn (†) (late...
Douglas MacKechnie
Oct 26, 2023
Passed away peacefully at the age of 96 years. Beloved husband to Helen MacKechnie (Tullis, predeceased). Father of Peter (Anik Bédard), Stephen (Karen), Cathy (Ted Murphy) and Nancy (Robb Stewart). Grandfather of Mia, Sam, Emma, Jacob, Nathan, Abby, Jae and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Ronald and Laurie. Survived by sister Lorna Townsend (Elmo). Doug was born in Onslow (Wyman)...
Bruce Chapman
Oct 26, 2023
Lauder Bruce Chapman peacefully went to be with the Lord on October 26, 2023. He is survived by his loving partner Dan Byrne and sister Lyn (Ed). Bruce was born in Ottawa on December 12, 1945, to Fred and Laura Chapman (nee Corry). Bruce’s passions were family, railroading, friends, railroading, baking chocolate chip cookies, railroading, cats, railroading…
Dan...
Elwood James Murray
Oct 25, 2023
A husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on October 25, 2023.
Known for his love of curling and his long-time service to others through the Knights of Columbus that has left an impact and will continue to echo in the hearts of all that knew him.
Predeceased by his first wife Irene (nee...
David Edgecomb
Oct 25, 2023
With great sadness we announce the unexpected passing of David in his fiftieth year. Beloved son, father, brother and uncle. David is survived by his parents Ralph and Darlene (Hyde), son Ethan (of whom he was immensely proud), sister Christie and nephews Richard and Alex Hillsdon.
As per David's wishes, funeral arrangements and service will be private for family...
Helen Wilson
Oct 24, 2023
Wilson, Helen (Dashney)1938 - 2023Peacefully in her sleep, on Tuesday October 24, 2023 at the age of 85. Loving wife of the late Merrill (2017), cherished mother of Keith (Lorna) and Norma (Brent Crawford). Much loved grandma of Kolby, Jesse, Sam and Maggie. She also leaves behind her brothers Edwin ( late Mary) and Arnold ( late Leona) Dashney, as...
Iva Jean James
Oct 21, 2023
May 15, 1931 - October 21, 2023
JAMES (Robinson) Iva Jean.
"Absent from the body present with the Lord."
Peacefully, on Saturday, October 21, 2023, she stepped into heaven.
Predeceased by her precious husband and best friend, Homer James. Dear mother of David (Debbie) and Ruthanne (John Robinson). Loving Grandma of Jennifer (Adesina Johnson), Christina (Greg Heath),...
Charles Stanley Kaine
Oct 21, 2023
Charlie was born on November 12, 1951 in Shawinigan, Quebec and he died peacefully on Saturday, October 21, 2023 due to complications of pneumonia, and Parkinson's disease. Predeceased by his father Dr. Gerald Kaine, his mother Jean Kaine, and his brothers Tony (Yvonne) and John. Father of Matthew (Natalia), grandfather of Susan. Cherished brother of Brenda Kaine (Stephen Pyle). Lovingly remembered...
Mary Catherine Orser
Oct 20, 2023
Mary Catherine Orser (nee McNally) passed away peacefully due to complications from dementia on October 20, 2023, with family by her side.
Loving wife of Dale Fredrick Orser for 57 years, mother of Hannah and Patrick Orser. Pre-deceased by her father John E McNally and mother Teresa McNally and brother John E McNally. Cherished sister of Eleanor Andress and...
Dorothy Condie
Oct 20, 2023
Condie, Dorothy (née Clingin)
Peacefully at Manotick Place Retirement Residence on Friday, October 20, 2023, age 101 years. Beloved wife of the late Scott Condie. Adored Mother of Deborah and her husband Ron Toy. Much loved Gran of Tim and Kim Schrader and Jay Toy and Genevieve Bouchard. Dear Great Gran of Hannah Jones and Callum Schrader. Cherished by...
Peter Igbonekwu Okeh
Oct 18, 2023
With gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the transition to glory of Professor Peter Igbonekwu Okeh. On Wednesday 18th October 2023, at age 86, he passed away in Ottawa, Canada, surrounded by family.
Known to many as “Papa”, he is lovingly remembered by his three children, their spouses, seven grandchildren, sister, nephews, nieces, extended family, and...
Alexei van Baaren
Oct 18, 2023
Alex passed peacefully on Wednesday, October 18.Loving husband of 63 years to Vera, devoted father to Luc (Janice) and Maud, doting Opa to Madelin, Olivia and Elena.
Alex was born in Enschede, the Netherlands and emigrated with Vera and their family to Canada in 1972, staying briefly in Calgary, but settling in the Ottawa area.
Alex worked as a senior...
Noel Adrian Bourne
Oct 18, 2023
Bourne, Noel peacefully passed away at Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at the age of 83 “almost 84 you know”, surrounded by his loving family.
Noel is predeceased by his parents Henry and Monica Bourne (nee Brown), his infant daughter Pamela, brothers Bernard, Peter and Donald and sisters Monica Stafford and Doreen Cormier.
He is...
Matthew Roger Shabatowski
Oct 17, 2023
It is with profound sadness to announce that Matthew Roger passed away tragically in a motorcycle accident on Tuesday October 17th, 2023, at the young age of 31. Matthew was born in Ottawa on June 5, 1992.
Cherished son of Brenda M. Shabatowski (nee Geikie) and of the late Joseph Roger Shabatowski. Loving brother of James M. Shabatowski (wife...
Paul David Mullins
Oct 17, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Paul Mullins on October 17, 2023 at the age of 54. Loving husband of 29 years to Carey Ann Mullins (Power). He was the most loving and devoted father to Riley and Anna and the best dog dad to Ally. Beloved son of Lowell...
John Leo LeBrun
Oct 17, 2023
Passed away peacefully on October 17, 2023, with his beloved partner by his side at the age of 92. Born in Ottawa on June 23, 1931. Loving partner of Janet McEwen for 43 years. Survived by his brother Conrad (Diana). Predeceased by his sister Late Claire Kirby (Philip). Lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. John loved nature and...
Bruce William Edward Wiggins
Oct 17, 2023
With great sadness we announce the passing of Bruce Wiggins on October 17, 2023 at the age of 90 years. Born and raised in Fort Frances, Ontario, Bruce is predeceased by his sisters, Del Rosa and Marilyn, as well as his long-time partner, Janet Dettman. His absence will be profoundly felt by his daughters, Barbara Steele (Fernando Velocci), Diane Farrell...
Ruth Bell
Oct 17, 2023
Bell – Ruth (Doris)
1933 - 2023
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, surrounded by her four children. Loving wife of the late Bob Bell (2017), cherished mother of Kathy (Chris), Greg (Beverley), Marsha (Randy) and Jan (Paul). Much loved grandmother of Kyle (Whitney), Kimberley (Reece), Kelly, Jenna, Kristina (Lee), Emily (Trever), Mathew (Meagan), Samantha, Dan,...
Michael "Mike" O'Shaughnessy
Oct 15, 2023
Michael (Mike/Mickey) O’Shaughnessy -
Peacefully on October 15, 2023, at 84 years of age. Predeceased by his 11 siblings and his daughter Tracy. He is survived by son Jeff, daughter Erin (Peter), his five grandchildren; Matthew, Megan, Adam, Julian & Eden and many nieces and nephews.
Mike worked for Supply & Services Canada for 35 years and spent many...
Errol Nugent
Oct 15, 2023
Peacefully with family by his side on October 15, 2023, in his 99th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Lorna (McArthur). Loyal father to Patricia Conroy (Colin) and David Nugent (Susan). Grandfather to Liam Conroy, Mark, and Katharine Nugent. He will be fondly remembered by surviving siblings Dorothy Monette (late Donald) of Calgary Alberta and Roy (Edith) Nugent of Luskville...
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