Recent Obituaries

Sep 26, 2021

Paveck, Marion

January 23, 1925 – September 26, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Marion June Paveck (nee Armstrong) announce her passing at the age of 96 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital.  Marion was deeply cherished by Frank, her husband of 72 years. ...

Sep 26, 2021

Taylor - Bruce

It is with enormous sadness that we announce the passing of (William) Bruce Taylor of Osgoode, on Sunday, September 26th, 2021, at the age of 84. Predeceased by his loving wife Sheelagh, (1995). Bruce was a very gentle, kind, and humble man who was cherished by many. He...

Sep 25, 2021

BRENT “BEAR” HODGINS WOOLSEY

June 4, 1950 - September 25, 2021

With broken hearts we announce the passing of our father, Brent “Bear” Hodgins Woolsey, on September 25, 2021.

Brent will be deeply missed by his loyal partner Gaétane Rivet, and his children, Tammy (Graeme), Travis (Fiona), Tracy (Mike), and Shane, as well...

Sep 25, 2021

Somerville, Vivien Phyllis

1940-2021

Passed away peacefully in hospital, on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the age of 81.  Loving wife of 54 years to William “Bill” Somerville.  Cherished mother of Leslie (Erik Mcilhinney) and Scott (Valentina Pollon).  Proud grandmother of Matthew, Benjamin, Maya, Talia.  Vivien is...

Sep 24, 2021

June Reed

(nee Rothwell, Allen)

Peacefully, on September 24, 2021, surrounded by the love of her family.

Married for 67 years to her soulmate Bert, until his passing in 2019.  Much loved mother to Allen (Iryna) Reed, Brenda (Randy) Richardson, Robert Reed (deceased 1975) and Deb (Merlin) Knapton. June...

Sep 24, 2021

Nagle, Shirley Olive

1932-2021

Passed away peacefully at the Riverpark Retirement Residence on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the age of 89.  Predeceased by her loving partner Charles Clark and her parents Mary and Robert Walsh.  Loving mother of the late Bill (Regina) Nagle.  Cherished grandmother of Kevin Mann (Clarissa Crane), Tyler Nagle...

Sep 22, 2021

Bruce James Devenny

June 23, 1962 – September 22, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bruce Devenny from pneumonia on September 22, 2021 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa at the age of 59.

Beloved son of Jim and Jean (nee McMillan) Devenny.  Bruce is survived...

Sep 21, 2021

McPherson, L. Grace

March 6, 1923 – September 21, 20201

We are sad to announce the passing of my mom Grace, in the early morning hours of September 21, 2021 enfolded in my arms at the Carleton Lodge Nursing Home. Left behind daughter Lynn Waugh (Herb). Predeceased by husband Leslie (1991)...

Sep 21, 2021

Patterson – Ann

Peacefully on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 in her 89th year.  Beloved wife of Garry Patterson.  Loving mother of Julie (Wayne) and Janice (Roger).  Proud grandmother of Megan, Jeff (Serena), Jessie, Noah, Tyler and Jenna, and great grandmother of Ashton.  She is survived by her sister Val Murchison (the late Kip) and their children Blake,...

Sep 20, 2021

Cragg, Joanne Marjorie

(nee Seale)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joanne Marjorie Cragg (nee Seale) on Monday, September 20, 2021 at the age of 81, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.  Beloved wife of 56 years to Ross Cragg. Loving mother...

Sep 20, 2021

Marcel  Roland Pelletier

September 24, 1937 – September 20, 2021

Retired Scotiabank Employee

Sadly missed by his companion and common-law partner, Paula Blais McCarty and her cat, Maggie McCarty.  He leaves his daughter Denise Pelletier, niece Paulette Ducharme and nephew Jean-Guy...

Sep 19, 2021

With sadness, we share the news of Sandy Rigby's unexpected passing.  Peacefully, at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Sandy was surrounded by love.  Devoted wife to her late husband Paul.  As a proud mother she leaves behind Alan (Jennifer) and Emily (Michael).   As a loving Gran she will be missed by Ellise, Annika, William, Sarah and Isabelle.  As a cherished sister...

Sep 18, 2021

On Saturday September 18th at her home of over 53 years, surrounded by her family, Diana Sheila (Graham) Truelove passed away after a brief illness. Daughters, Jane and Julie, will miss her terribly but find peace in knowing she will reunite with her husband John Fredrick Truelove who she dearly missed over the last 10 years. Diana is most proud...

Sep 18, 2021

Sheila Kenneth Smith

April 19, 1933 – September 18, 2021

Peacefully, after a long illness at the Elizabeth Bruyere Hospital in Ottawa, Ontario. Born in London, England to the late John and Margaret (Doyle) Kenneth, Sheila leaves behind her beloved husband of 44 years, Peter Smith, his sons, Brad...

Sep 17, 2021

ShirleyAnne Gorman

March 19, 1932 – September 17, 2021

ShirleyAnne Gorman died encircled by the love and presence of her five children after a life filled with joy, challenge and indomitable optimism.  She greeted every day with a hopeful spirit and an enthusiasm that was unparalleled.  In the last...

Sep 17, 2021

With great sadness we announce Nancy Lee Fraser (née Bridges) of Ottawa, ON, passed away peacefully at the age of 65 on September 17, 2021, at the Ottawa Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving children, Bonnie, Heather, and Shawn, along with her treasured grandchildren Scott Phoenix, William, Garrett and Alyssa; Siblings Danny,...

Sep 14, 2021

Trepanier, Joan FitzGerald

(September 28, 1927 Loretteville, QC – September 14, 2021 Ottawa, ON.)

Quiet and steadfast, wife of the late Louis Trepanier. Loving mother of Peter (Greg), Robert (Kathy), Michael (Karen), Mark (Louise), James. Grandmother to 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at...

Sep 13, 2021

John Henry Smith passed away peacefully at Montfort Hospital on Monday September 13, 2021 in his 72nd year.

John grew up in Gatineau before moving to Ottawa and then becoming a resident of the Ottawa Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (OCAPDD). John worked through Employability at Canadian Tire – Heron Road for 25 years and then...

Sep 12, 2021

Donald Colin Morrison

1936-2021

Passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at the age of 85, in the comfort of his own home. Married to the love of his life, Joy, for close to 65 years, he was a wonderful husband, and an amazing father to Sandra, John (Tracy) and...

Sep 12, 2021

NIKKEL, Ruben Frank

1922-2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruben Nikkel on Saturday, September 11, at the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa. Ninety-nine years old, Ruben was predeceased by his parents, Henry Nikkel and Marie Peters, his brother Edward (Pauline), his sisters Miriam (Abe Froise) and Evangeline (Gordon Dancer)...