Dollard Joseph Arthur, ptr. passed away suddenly at home on December 3, 2004 at the age of 74. A teacher and parish priest, Dollard leaves behind a sister, Réjeanne DesRosiers, two sisters-in-law, Anita (Gagné) and Carmelle (Grenier) DesRosiers and his nieces and nephews: Lise (Bill), Michel (Sandra), Diane, Carole (Arley), Suzanne (Richard), Lucie (Larry), Sylvie (André), and Luc. Predeceased by his parents Léonidas and Jeanne (nee Marion) DesRosiers, and his siblings Val, Hector and Lilianne DesRosiers. Visitation will be held at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St-Joseph Blvd., Orléans on Tuesday, December 7, 2004 from 2 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m., and from 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 8, 2004. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2004 at 11 a.m. at Sainte-Marie Parish, 4831 Innes Road in Orleans. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (05/12/04)
McNeil, Sandra
At St.Vincent’s Hospital on Thursday, February 10, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved spouse of Ken Ward, daughter of Daniel McNeil and the late Doreen (nee Bell), sister of Sharon, Brenda and Anne Marie McNeil, and best friend to Catherine Postma. Sandra had a fondness for animals, canoeing, camping, curling and ballet dancing. She was an active member of the Miniature Enthusiasts of Ottawa for over 20 years. She also enjoyed aerobics and fitness activities. Sandra worked 31 years in the Federal Government, most recently with Industry Canada. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Monday February 14, 2005 at 2 p.m. for a memorial service celebrating Sandra’s life, followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. to the Brain Tumour Support Group, St. Vincent’s Hospital Foundation and/or the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. Sincere thanks to the staff of these organizations for their excellent care and support. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (17/02/05)
Major, Gilberte
(née Bergeron)
Est décédée le mercredi 2 février 2005 à l’âge de 92 ans. Fille de feu Joseph Charbonneau et de feu Joséphine Meunier, avant-dernière d’une famille de dix enfants, tous décédés, elle laisse dans le deuil son époux bien-aimé Florent Major, ses deux fils : François (Huguette Biage-Major) de Brossard et Hubert (Marguerite Jackson) de Gatineau, ses six petits-enfants : Philippe, Étienne, Antoine, Julie, Simon et Colette ainsi que plusieurs neveux, nièces et amis. Il n’y aura pas de visites au salon funéraire. Un service religieux en présence des cendres sera célébré le samedi 5 février 2005 à 12 h en l’église Sacré-Coeur, 591 rue Cumberland (angle Laurier et Cumberland) à Ottawa. La famille accueillera parents et amis à l’église à compter de 11 h 15. L’inhumation aura lieu au printemps. En guise de sympathie, des dons à la Société d’Alzheimer (613-532-4004) seraient appréciés. Les dons et messages de condoléances peuvent être faits au: www.heritagefh.ca. (17/02/05)
Russo, Joseph
Born September 21, 1922, died of pancreatic cancer on February 8, 2005. Survived by Anita, his loving wife of 54 years; his three children, Tony (Anita), Marlene (Ron) and Christina (Mike); his six grandchildren and seven of his twelve siblings. Joe loved his family intensely. He will be missed. Visitation to be held at the Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Friday, February 11, 2005 from 11 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at Divine Infant Church, 6658 Bilberry Parkway, Orleans, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the May Court Hospice and tell someone how much you love them. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Racine, Robert & Gauthier Funeral Home (241-3680). For your messages of condolence by fax: 613-241-9245 or by e-mail: r-r-g@telus.net. (11/02/05)
Shaw, Glenn Russell
Surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer, Glenn left us peacefully in his sleep at the age of 41. Beloved son of Russell and Dolores Shaw (nee Ellwood). Grandson of William and Evelyn Ellwood (nee Garant). Dearly loved brother to Rusty, Kim Lamoy (David), Susan Lavallee (Robert), Curtis (Corrie) and Debbie Lowe (Stephen Sr.) Special uncle to Ariane, Tyler and Matthew Lavallee, Chase and Paige Lamoy, Stephen Jr., Robert and Tiffany Lowe. Special friend to Sonia Lindblad and “My Glenny” to Alexis. Fondly remembered by his many aunts, uncles and extended family members. Glenn was a devoted son and brother as well as a loyal friend to many. He always had a project on the go, often someone elses. He kept us laughing with his wit and unique sense of humour. He relaxed us with genuine warmth and caring. Generous with his time, his family and friends were his life’s focus. We will miss you Glenn and we celebrate the gift of your life. We were blessed. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Thursday and Friday, February 10 and 11, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service honouring Glenn’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, February 12, 2005 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Research Society would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (01/02/05)
Tanguay, Mel
Peacefully surrounded by his much loved family, on Friday, April 1st, 2005 at the age of 68. Loving husband and best friend of Janice Herbert. Dear father to Cheryl (Doug Thayer) and Jeff (Silva). Proud grandpa of Andrew, Katie, Emma, Yann and Rowen. Dearly loved brother to Val Gee and special uncle to Kerrin. Predeceased by his parents Donat and Violet Tanguay. Special thank you to the vascular staff on the 5th floor and the staff of the ICU of the Civic Campus, for their compassionate care given to Mel. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Tuesday, April 5th, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday from 12 p.m. until funeral service time in the chapel at 2 p.m. to honor Mel’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association (613) 361-1306 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (02/04/05)
Buciak, Dmytro
World War II veteran
passed away in hospital, on Thursday, March 24, 2005 at the age of 87 years. Dmytro Buciak, beloved husband of the late Natalie Buciak. Loving father of Mike and Ray. He was born in Luzok, Ukraine on April 12, 1917. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him in Montreal and Ottawa. The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St-Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Sunday, March 27, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. with Panachyda at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Shrine, 952 Green Valley Cr., Ottawa on Monday, March 28, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. A graveside committal service will be held at St. Volodymyr Ukrainian cemetery , Oakville on Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at 12 p.m. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (26/03/05)
Brunet, J-F Roger
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing at the Ottawa Hospital of this kind hearted man whose generosity was without equals on Sunday, March 20, 2005 at the age of 77 years. Roger was the beloved husband of Alice (née Beauchemin), whom he loved with a profound devotion. In the span of his busy life, Roger founded the 31st Troup of Orléans, was a member of Cursillo, Knights of Columbus, Marriage Encounter and Vie Montante as well as many other organizations. He was also employed for many years at the Montfort Hospital and later at the General Hospital of Ottawa as a nurse, Human Resources and finally with Pastoral Care. Ordained as a permanent Deacon in 1989 at St-Joseph Parish of Orléans, he primarily focused, with his Christian faith and compassion, on Pastoral of the sick. Son of the late Juliette Lauzon and the late Adrien Brunet. Predeceased by his brother Jean-Guy Brunet (Thérèse). He is survived by his sisters: Jacqueline Brunet (Ronald Gratton) and Bernadette Huneault (Al) ; his brother-in-law Gérard (Cécile) Beauchemin, his children : Jean-Pierre Brunet (Natalie), Lise (Roy) Davis, Sylvie (Yvon) Lapierre and René (Angela) Brunet ; his 14 grandchildren : Derrick, Natasha, Jean-Yves, Kevin, Nicolas, Véronique, Samuel, Marie-Sara, Benjamin, Andrée-Anne, Alexandra, Marie-Pier, Christian et Alexandre, as well as 5 great-grandchildren, aunts and many nephews, nieces and friends. Sincere thanks to Dr. L'Heureux and Dr. Quevillon, as well as the staff of the Ottawa Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St-Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Sunday, March 27, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Monday, March 28, 2005 from 9-10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St-Joseph Church, 2757 St-Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Monday, March 28, 2005 at 11 a.m. Donations in memory of Roger to the Ottawa Hospital Cardiology Unit, (613) 761-4295 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (24/03/05)
Schnob, Alice Eva
(née Lemay)
passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 20, 2005 at the age of 90. She is survived by her son Richard (Suzanne Côté) and her grand-children Sylvie Schnobb-Hogan (Stephen), Christian Schnobb (Shannon Szkurhan) and Paul Villeneuve (Hélène Brodeur). She is also survived by two great-grand-children, Sabrina and Sophie Hogan. She was predeceased by her husband Sylvio Schnobb and her daughter Lucille Villeneuve (Jean-Claude). Beloved daughter of the late Alphonse Lemay and Albina Surprenant from St. Boniface, Manitoba. She is survived by her brothers Albert Lemay (Thérèse Desmarais), Tony Lemay (Helen Stewart), Armand Lemay and her sister Cécile Perret (Jules). Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans on Tuesday, March 22, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 9-10:30 a.m. Funeral service will be held at Sainte-Marie Church, 4831 Innes Rd., Orléans on Wednesday, March 23 at 11 a.m. Special thank you to the staff of St. Louis Residence on the 2nd floor, for their compassionate care given to Alice. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (24/03/05)
Verdon, Claire
passed away peacefully at home, after a long battle with brain cancer, on Friday, March 11, 2005 at the age of 62 years. Claire is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Pierre Verdon ; her loving daughters Roxanne Verdon-Laporte (Martin Laporte) and Joanne Verdon and her cherished twin granddaughters Jessica and Tracey-Anne Laporte. Daughter of Léo Fortin and of the late Edith Fortin. Sister of René Fortin and Marcel Fortin. She will be sadly missed by nieces, nephews and the many friends she has made over the years. Claire was a long time employee of the Royal Bank for over 30 years. Claire’s family would like to thank everyone for their generous support during the time of her illness. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Monday, March 14, 2005 from 2 – 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. A celebration of Claire’s life will be held at St. Joseph's Church, 2757 St. Joseph Blvd. Orléans, on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (15/03/05)
Godbout, Noëlla
(née Langelier)
Passed away, March 4, 2005, at age 90. Daughter of the late David Langelier and of the late Florida Paquette. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Godbout, she was predeceased by her son Pierre (Huguette Duguay). Loving mother of Monique (Henry Kostuck), Michel (Denise Gervais), Louise (Alton Legault) and Marc (Suzanne Blanchard). She will be missed by her 12 grand-children and 9 great-grand-children. Noëlla is also survived by many nephews, nieces and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at Sainte-Marie Church, 4831 Innes Road, Orléans, on Tuesday, March 8, 2005 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (613) 761-5000 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (04/03/05)
Percival, David
Passed away, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, March 2nd, 2005 at the age of 54. Beloved husband of Lise Dugas. Loving father to Marie Eve (Sylvain), Elizabeth (Jean-François), Michel and Melissa. Dear son of Gwendolyn Jones and the late Herbert Percival. Brother to Alan (Margaret) and Keith (Lynn).He will be sadly missed by his nephews Charlie, Christopher, Jonathan and his niece Samantha, by his sister-in-law Carmen (Tom) and as well by all of his extended family and friends. Friends and family may pay respects at the Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Friday, March 4, 2005 from 2–4 p.m. and 7–9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (613) 723-1744 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (03/03/05)
Richer, Debbie
(née Provost)
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Debbie left us on Tuesday, March 1st, 2005 at the age of 43. Predeceased by her parents, Lucien Provost and Theresa Orman. Beloved wife and best friend of Dan Richer. Loving and devoted mother to Deanna, Nicholas and Devin. Dear sister to Janette (Brian McConnery), Raymond and Richard Provost (Carol). She will be missed by her parents-in-law, Gerald and Nicole Richer, her brother-in-law, Denis (Julie), her sister-in-law Sylvie Clarke (Michael), by her longtime friend Jill Dinelle as well by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Elizabeth Bruyère Centre for their devoted care and compassion. Friends and family may pay respects at the Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Saturday, March 5, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the chapel at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre Foundation (613) 247-3527 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (03/03/05)
Lapensée, George
passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2005, at age 57. Beloved husband of Jeannine (nee Walker). Loving father of Thérèse and Terry-Lynn. Proud grandfather of Christal, Casey and Andrew. Dear brother of Robert (Sharon), Hubert (Sylvia), Clifford (Juliette), Pearl (Royal), Beverly Laroque (Armand) and Anabelle. He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at Sainte-Marie Church, 4831 Innes Road, Orléans, on Monday, February 28, 2005 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (613) 737-0651 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (01/03/05)
Lafortune, Lomer
Surrounded by his family, on Sunday, February 27, 2005, at the age of 75. He was the beloved husband of Carmen Lajoie. Dear father to Carole (Roger Emard) and Christine (Jeffrey McCormick) and grandfather to Alexandre and Frédéric Emard. Dear brother of Ernest (Doe), Ruth (Norman McAuliff), Claire Laflamme and Marjolaine Lafortune. Predeceased by two brothers, Claude and Julien. At the request of the family, a private ceremony will be held on Thursday, March 3rd, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans. For those who wish, donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute (613) 761-5000 would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (01/03/05)
Paquette-Knox, Denise
passed away peacefully at home in Pompano Beach, Florida on Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at the age of 66. Loving daughter of the late Eglantine Tremblay and the late Oscar Paquette. Beloved wife of the late Larry Knott. Dear sister of Jeannine Tremblay. A memorial celebration for Denise will be held in the Heritage Funeral Home Chapel, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Monday, February 28, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment of the urn will take place in the spring at Notre-Dame cemetery. In memory of Denise, donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be made at www.heritagefh.ca. For more information call 830-2305. (25/02/05)
