Recent Obituaries

Aug 23, 2020

Peter James McNichol

3 November 1959 - 23 August 2020

Peter passed away suddenly late in the evening of 23 August, 2020 at The Ottawa General Hospital following a brief but fierce battle with cancer.

Peter is predeceased by his father, Peter and survived by...

Aug 22, 2020

Dunstan, Lorraine After a brief illness, Lorraine Dunstan (née Dafoe) passed away due to cardiac complications at the age of 83, on August 22, 2020, at the Ottawa Heart Institute.  Lorraine is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, David Dunstan.  Lorraine was a loving mother to her daughter Michelle Dunstan (Steven Goldbach) and grandmother to...

Aug 21, 2020

Janet Johnston Roy died peacefully at her home on August 21st, 2020, surrounded by her loving family and her selfless caregivers one week shy of her 89th birthday. Janet was predeceased by her husband T Lloyd Roy who she missed every day since his passing in 1999. He is probably giving her a big hug right now and because...

Aug 21, 2020

Elizabeth (Betty) Villeneuve (nee Clark)

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother on Friday, August 21, 2020, days after her 97th birthday.  During a long life well lived, she was predeceased by her loving husband Edmund and brother Jim.   Cherished mother of Carolyn (Brian) Brisebois, Beverley (Bob - deceased) deMontigny, Janet...

Aug 20, 2020

Gail Harmer MUTTON

September 17, 1952 – August 20, 2020

Gail has gone to be with the angels, in her 68th year. She is survived by her husband Ross, niece Tara Schaub, nephews Jan Gysbers (Patricia Heaney), Trevor Harmer (Leah) and Lucas Harmer (Taylor), goddaughter Tash (Michelle), sister-in-law Carole Harmer, brother-in-law Adrian Gysbers, and great...

Aug 20, 2020

Casley, William Harry

BGen, retired

May 19, 1923 - August 20, 2020

Kanata, Ontario

The Casley family announces the passing of their beloved Father, Grandfather and Great-grandfather William Harry “Bill” Casley on Thursday, August 20, 2020, at the age of 97. ...

Aug 20, 2020

Hassenklover, Rudolf Hermann (Rudy)

Rudy succumbed on August 20 after a short and valiant fight.  He was in his 101st year and had the distinction of surviving the Spanish flu and COVID-19.  Loving husband of Clasina (deceased), devoted father of Wolf (Pam), Anne-Lise (Peter), Erica and Bob (Bernadett), he is survived by grandchildren Marianne, Stephen,...

Aug 19, 2020

Joanne Stoody Weeks   1945-2020

Joanne Stoody Weeks, of Ottawa, died quietly in her sleep on August 19, 2020, in her 76th year. Her beloved husband Richard was by her side. Joanne was predeceased by her parents Veronica Hart Stoody and William McNeel Stoody.

Along with her husband Richard, Jo is survived by her brother Charles Stoody (Deborah Phelan) and nieces Kathleen Stoody...

Aug 19, 2020

Boyle, Alan

Suddenly & peacefully Alan Boyle passed away on Wednesday August 19, 2020 after a short battle with cancer. He will be greatly missed by his wife Cindy, his sons Quinton (Shannon) & Mark (Ashleigh),Alan’s sister Eileen (Douglas) & Nephews Ross (Lauren & wee Alex) & Raymond (Keira) his Aunt Mary, and many cousins in Scotland....

Aug 17, 2020

Jakowec, Morris (Moe), P. Eng.

(Born November 16th, 1930 in Kirkland Lake, Ontario).

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Moe Jakowec on Monday, August 17th, 2020 at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Sheila (nee Hogan) and survived by his partner Rosemary McAnnich. Loving father of...

Aug 17, 2020

Brian Seaby age 66, died peacefully at home on Monday, August 17, 2020, surrounded by his loving wife Carol, son James (Mairead) and daughters Christine (Matt) and Karen (Matthew). He leaves behind so many wonderful memories to be shared with his 8 grandchildren. Oisin, Hannah, Claire, Nathan, Jaylen, Emma, Brandon and baby on the way.

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Aug 17, 2020

Lennie, Jean (nee O’Connor)

Passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2020.  Beloved wife of the late David Powell and the late Douglas Lennie.  Dear mother of Kimberly and Steve.  Loving grandmother of Tyler, Andrew, Chrystal, and Thomas.  A special thank you to her dear friend Jean Reilly for her devotion and care.  Friends may call...

Aug 16, 2020

McCurdy, Garry Elgin

Peacefully in hospital with Sheila by his side, on Sunday, August 16, 2020 in his 63rd year.  Beloved husband of Sheila (Fawcett).  Cherished father of Shawn (Catherine) and James (Victoria).  Loving grandfather of Colton.  Much loved son of Lorna McCurdy (late Elgin); Brother of Don (Barb), Tim (Pauline) and Suzanne. ...

Aug 16, 2020

PHARAND, Maurice Richard

October 2, 1941 – August 16, 2020

Passed away peacefully in the arms of his wife Barbara (Bogda). The son of the late Adelard Pharand and Susanne Backs. Predeceased by his sister Anita Hurtubise.

He leaves behind his...

Aug 15, 2020

Eleanor Grace Chase (nee Sinclair)

11/09/1920 - 8/15/2020 Eleanor Grace Chase passed away peacefully on August 15, 2020, at Starwood Extendicare in Nepean Ontario. Born in Niagara Falls Ontario on November 9, 1920, Eleanor was the youngest of George and Edith Sinclair's three daughters. She loved spending time with family, most especially her older...

Aug 14, 2020

Smith, John Murray Roxburgh

Peacefully in hospital surrounded by his loving family, Murray passed away on Friday August 14th, 2020 at the age of sixty- five as a result of complication from ALS.  He was diagnosed with ALS in the spring of 2019 and courageously took on the challenge.

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Aug 13, 2020

CONQUER, Shirley Hope (Gilbert) of Ottawa, ON

Shirley passed away peacefully on August 13, 2020 at the age of 92 years after a lengthy time with dementia. She is survived by her husband (the best boyfriend) of 68 years Phil, daughter Carol Rice, son Dick (Wendy) Conquer, grandchildren: Graham (Cayley) Rice, Jennifer (Aaron) McLean, Amanda (Marco San Pedro)...

Aug 12, 2020

Melville Morin

Passed away peacefully on August 12, 2020 at the age of 91. Mel was predeceased by his wife Lola and daughter Joan. He will be missed by his children Linda (Aurele), Patricia (Bob), Mel (Robin), grandchildren, great grand children, nieces and nephews, special friends, Brian, Sheila, Mary,Kung and Cheng. He is...

Aug 10, 2020

David James Hogan April 19, 1949 - August 10, 2020

David Hogan 71, died peacefully on Monday August 10th, 2020 at the Rockland Manor in Clarence-Rockland, Ontario. David will be lovingly remembered by his children Stephen (Andrea) and Shannon (Marc) and his three grandchildren Ryan, Logan and Freya. Friends may pay their respects at the Garden Chapel...

Aug 9, 2020

EDWARD LOUIS PIITZ

Husband, father, grandfather

After a long live, well lived and full of adventure, Dad decided it was time to join Mom and share a cherry pie.  Our dad was a man of habit and annoying consistency.  A proud “Queen’s University” man – which he never let us forget...