Recent Obituaries

May 6, 2022

Kay, David Nelson

It is with sadness that we announce that Dave passed away suddenly at home on Friday, May 6, 2022 at the age of 60. Beloved husband to Renee for 33 years. Loving father of Christopher and Patrick (Amanda). Proud grandpa to Christopher Persian. Dave was predeceased by his brother Doug and his sister Beth.  A...

May 6, 2022

Delilah McArthur (nee Parcels) Dec 23, 1951-May 6, 2022 It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Delilah on May 6th, 2022 at the age of 70.

A loving mother and grandmother, Delilah had an intense joie de vivre. She always made time for everyone who needed a friendly ear, or just some company over...

May 6, 2022

TUBMAN, Shirley (nee Manning)

September 6, 1933 – May 6, 2022

Passed away at Perley Health, Ottawa in her 89th year. Daughter of the late Cecil Aubrey Gwynne Manning and Kathleen Mary Keane. Shirley immigrated to Canada from England in 1959. Predeceased by her husband John “Howard” Tubman, she will be greatly missed by her...

May 6, 2022

Boreham, Dr. Gordon Francis

May 29,1928 - May 6, 2022

Emeritus Professor, University of Ottawa

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected, but peaceful, passing of our wonderful dad and Gampie, Gordon, just weeks shy of his 94th birthday. It is also with joy that we celebrate the amazing life...

May 5, 2022

Jones, William (Billy) Keith

August 9, 1936 – May 5, 2022

With a lifetime of memories to comfort us and with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our husband, father, grandfather and brother on May 5, 2022, in his 86th year.  Beloved husband of Margaret...

May 4, 2022

Blackwell, R. Harold 1930-2022

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Harold Blackwell on May 4, 2022 in Ottawa in his 92nd year.  Beloved husband of Beatrice Blackwell (Cuthbertson) for just short of 70 years, father of Stephen (Patti) and David (Peggy), Grandad to Christopher (Jenn), Alanna Murphy (Brendan) and Tyler...

May 4, 2022

Newnham, Margaret

Nee Hopkins

Peacefully at her residence with family by her side, on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of Monty (also known as Robert). Loving mother of Janet Jackson (Steve), Sarah Poirier (Rob) and Catherine Newnham. Cherished grandmother of Darcy and Vanessa (Kyle). Dear sister of Rita...

May 4, 2022

Drew – Claire

Passed peacefully after a short illness on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 in her 92nd year.  Beloved wife of the late George Drew.  Dear mother of Della Barrow (Scott), Paula Nolan (Tim), Jocelyn Drew and Ian Drew (Shelley).  Predeceased by her daughters Dena and Julie.

Loving grandmother of Matthew, Jessica (Jordan...

May 2, 2022

Mudd Donna

(nee Munro)

1953-2022

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice on Monday, May 2, 2022 at the age of 69. Loving wife of Murray Mudd. Daughter of the late Donald B and Ruby...

May 2, 2022

Alexander, Margaret Mary

(nee Steele)

It is with great sadness we announce that Margaret passed away peacefully on Monday, May 2, 2022, at the Hull Hospital at the age of 90.  Predeceased by her husband Basil Alexander (2013).  Loving mother of Shane Alexander (Karen).  Cherished grandmother of...

May 1, 2022

Scully – Christopher Paul “Happy”

Peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday May 1, 2022. He leaves behind his best friend and love of his life, Penny (Davis); his children Ryan (Kristina) & Tyler Scully, Shanna, Jason (Aaron) and Scott Acres; Much loved Papa to Nolan, Willa, Sam, Tucker, Wyatt, Lily,...

May 1, 2022

Kimsey, Eric

Peacefully, at his residence on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at the grand age of 98 years. Beloved husband of Evelyn. Much loved father of Caroline and Robert (Ali) and dearest grandfather of Jess and Toby. Eric was a character and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Funeral arrangements are private. Condolences may...

Apr 30, 2022

Lawrence Burton Yarush (August 4th, 1958 - April 30th, 2022)

Passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Saturday, April 30th, 2022. Bestest Dad, Hun, Brother, Grampa, Uncle and Friend. He entertained us all with his music. He will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. Family and friends...

Apr 29, 2022

Kemp, Kathleen, Dora (Nee Lewis)

Peacefully on Friday, April 29th 2022, exactly one week before her 102nd birthday.  Predeceased by her parents Alfred and Dora Lewis and by her loving husband Stan.  Kathleen will be missed by her family of nieces, nephews cousins and friends in Canada and the UK.  She led a full and adventurous life...

Apr 28, 2022

John Roberts

December 10, 1961 - April 28, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved John due to complications of COVID-19.

Loving son of Margaret Coldwell (nee Auld) of Ottawa and Keith Roberts (d. 1967) of Ajax, brother to Douglas Roberts (Laurie...

Apr 27, 2022

Shaver, John

November 8, 1930-April 27, 2022

Passed peacefully at home in his 92nd year.  He is mourned by his sons James, Andrew (Paula) and Thomas (Julie).  Loving Grampy to Emma, Nicole, Kristen, and Grant.  John is predeceased by his dear “Patsy” Patricia, wife of 63 years, his sister Joan Lay and his brother Peter...

Apr 25, 2022

McAleer, Owen Walter

Peacefully on Monday, April 25, 2022, after a brief illness at the Ottawa Civic hospital in his 89th year. Devoted husband of the late Marlowe McAleer. Family, kindness, generosity, and integrity were Owen’s key values. Predeceased by his parents James and Mary Ellen McAleer and his sisters Frances, Alice and brothers Eugene and Clifford. He was...

Apr 24, 2022

Cummings, George William “Bud”

February 13, 1934 – April 24, 2022

Peacefully in hospital on Sunday, April 24, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Lorna (nee Benedict). Dear father of David (Tracey), Ruth, Heather and the late Kevin. Adored grandfather of Philip (Wendy), Krista (Wes), Rebecca (Colin), Samantha (Mark), Jessica (John) and Cassandra (Ryan). Cherished...

Apr 23, 2022

McCordick – Shirley Elizabeth (née Gault)

January 13,1931 - April 23, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother Shirley McCordick of North Gower, on Saturday April 23, 2022.  Predeceased by her loving husband of 65 years, Allen McCordick. Dear mother of Larry...

Apr 21, 2022

With her family by her side, Joe-Anne passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, April 21. Loving wife to Bill for 64 years, mother to Peggy (Randy) and Lorrie (David) and proud grandmother to Michael, Jeremy (Cata), Alex (Sarah) and Jack.

Daughter of Fred and Doris Carter, and loving baby sister to John (Wilma) and Aileen...