passed away peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, May 31st, 2010 at the age of 51. Raymond will be sadly missed by his spouse Fannie Simoneau ; his son Christopher Coupal (Deanne Farley) ; his parents Donald and Bertha Coupal ; his siblings Ron Coupal and Annette Newcomb, as well as many other family members and loved ones. Predeceased by his brother Mitch Coupal. The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Saturday, June 5th, 2010 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will follow at St. Joseph church, 2757 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, at 1 p.m. If desired, donations in memory of Raymond to the Canadian cancer Society would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (30/04/10)
Lalonde, Roger
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Roger Lalonde, a man of integrity and authentic, who touched the lives of all who knew him. Roger passed away at home surrounded by those who loved him, on Thursday, May 13th, 2010 at the age of 50. He leaves to mourn his death his wife Johanne, his goddaughter Mélina Pitre and his godson Richard Locke. He will also be missed by his mother Lucienne Lalonde, his brothers, Michel, Normand, Ghislain (Sylvie), Pierre and his sister Chantal (Vincent), as well as by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and very good friends. Sincere thanks to all of the people who helped with visits, prayers and also Carefor Home Care and to Dr. Louise Coulombe. The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Friday, May 14th, 2010 from 6-9 p.m. and on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 9-10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Ste. Marie Church, 4831 Innes Rd., Orleans, on Saturday, May 15th, 2010 at 11 a.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre (donations forms will be available at the funeral home) would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (30/04/10)
Scharfe, Cecillia Rita
(née Léger)
passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and caregivers, on Sunday, May 9th, 2010 at the age of 86. Predeceased by her husband Arnold Scharfe and her grandson Jason Minogue. Beloved mother of Carole Villeneuve (Roger), Diane Minogue (late Norman), Judy Sampson (Joe), John Scharfe (Barbara), Gail Scharfe (Stephen) and Donald Scharfe (Lynn). Loving grandmother of Michel, Jennifer, James, Melanie, Mark, Robert, Crystal, Alicia and Chantel. Cecilia was also predeceased by her brother Ernest and sisters Dora and Rose and her nieces Estelle and Lucille. She will be sadly missed by her in-laws, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Sincere thanks and appreciation to the caregivers who worked tirelessly to provide quality care, companionship and spiritual support to our mother. A special thank you to Dr. Orbeck, Dr. Blake and their staff as well to the attending doctors and nurses at the General Hospital. The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Sunday, May 16th, 2010 from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. and on Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Margaret Mary Church, 2571 Regional Rd. 174, Cumberland, on Monday, May 17th, 2010 at 11 a.m. Interment at Dale cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Mass offerings would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (30/04/10)
Diotte, Ronald "Ron"
passed away on Friday, May 7th, 2010 at the age of 77. Son of the late Omer Diotte and Lena Morris. Beloved husband of the late Lorraine (nee Butler) and loving father of the late Paula. Dear grandfather of Rebecca. He will be sadly missed by his siblings Lillian Roy (the late Jean), James (Eleanor), Doreen Cyr (the late Roland), Donald (Hélène), Estelle Bergeron (the late Clovis) and Patricia Lawlor (Don), as well as many nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Hugues Church, Sarsfield, on Saturday, May 15th, 2010 at 1 p.m. Family will receive condolences as of 12:15 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ron’s memory to a charity of choice would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (30/04/10)
Rollin, Rose-Mi1
(née Dion)
passed away on Saturday, May 1st, 2010 at the age of 78 years. Daughter of the late Eugène Dion and the late Victoria Viau. Beloved wife of the late Rhéal Rollin. Loving mother of Yvon (Denise), Rachel (Guy Hotte), Diane (Denis Lalonde), Fernand (Diane Brulé), Serge (Ghislaine Mineault), Denise (Robert Henrie) and Ronald (Chantal Blanchard). Cherished grandmother of Éric, Mari-Claude, Sylvie, Isabelle, François, Mario, Mathieu, Josée, Marc- Étienne, Martine, Julie, Roxanne, Vicki, Véronique, Céline, Caroline and Stéphanie and great-grandmother of Myriam, Noémie, Olivier, Jérôme, Samuel and Janique. Sister of Gilbert (Ange-Aimé Joly), René (Yvette Lalonde), the late Maurice, the late Léandre, the late Aurèle, Agnès (Hervé Lalonde) and Lucie (Léonidas Parent). She will be sadly missed by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and friends. The family wishes to thank the staff of the St. Louis Residence (2AB) for their care and compassion. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Thursday, May 6th, from 9 a.m. to 10 :30 a.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph Church, 2757 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Thursday, May 6th, at 11 a.m., followed by a reception in the parish hall. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (30/04/10)
Kelly, Patrick J.
passed away peacefully after a short illness at the Élisabeth Bruyère Hospital, on Wednesday, April 28th, 2010 at the age of 79. Predeceased by his parents Patrick Kelly and Catherine Keough. Beloved husband of Denyse (nee Lapensée). Loving father of Michael (Elaine), Christine (Daniel) and Joanne (Glenn) Cherished grandfather of Erin (Pat) and Meghan (Mike). He will be sadly missed by his sister Catherine (Gilbert), as well by many in-laws, nephews, nieces and friends. The family would like to thank the Surgical Ward 7E of the Ottawa Hospital (General Campus) and also the staff at the Elizabeth Bruyère Hospital 5E unit for the great care and compassion given to Patrick. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Saturday, May 8th, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Funeral Service will follow at St. Joseph Church, 2757 St. Joseph Blvd, Orléans at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (30/04/10)
Davis, Paul A.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Davis on April 21st 2010 at the age of 53 after a three year battle with cancer. He fought his cancer with courage, determination and dignity and has left us with a lifetime of love and memories. Beloved husband of Lisa Mallett. Dearly loved father of Christopher, Samantha and Brian. Dear brother of Keith (Cathy) Edmonton, Marilyn Wilson (Percy), David (Cecilia), Janet, and Peter (Heather) all of Ottawa. Paul will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews and other family members especially his uncle and aunt, Darcy and Dorothy Davis who were dear to his heart. Dear son-in-law of George and Colleen Mallett and brother-in-law of Brenda and Mike Beauchamp and Sandra Mallett. He leaves behind many friends especially his best friend Robert (Bob) Johnson who stood by his side throughout his battle with cancer and his colleagues at the United States Embassy where he worked for 24 years. Predeceased by his parents Milton and Margaret (Turcotte) Davis. A special thank-you to all the health professionals who have been involved in his care over the last three years. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd, Orleans on May 1st from 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. followed by the memorial service at 1:00 p.m. and a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (26/04/10)
Sigouin, Joffre
passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 20th, 2010, at the age of 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Suzanne (née Labelle). Loving father of Marc (Mounira), Jacinthe (Jean-Charles), Dominic, Stéphane (Lorraine) and Christian (Monica). Cherished grandfather of Stéphanie (Jean-Christophe), Jean-François, Patrick, Julie-Anne, Andréane, Ariane, Jonathan and Joshua. He will be sadly missed by 1 brother and 1 sister, as well as many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by 6 brothers and 3 sisters. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St-Joseph Church, 2757 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Friday, April 23rd, 2010 at 11 a.m. Family members will be present as of 10 a.m. to receive condolences. The family would like to thank the staff of the CSLD Montfort for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Aphasia Centre of Ottawa, (aphasiaottawa.com) or to the Ontario Familial Colorectal Registry (Ontario Cancer Genetics Network)would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (26/04/10)
Dagenais, Robert J.
Peacefully in hospital on April 18, 2010 at the age of 66. Loving father of Robert Jr (Nathalie), Martin (Marie-Josée) and Luc. Dear brother of Suzanne (Walter Boyle). Dear grandfather of Vicky, Charles, Cassie and Danika. He also leaves behind his loving companion Sandy MacCrimmon. Family and friends may visit at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd in Orleans on Thursday, June 10, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. followed by a service in the Chapel at 12 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca.
Lacelle, Nicole
(née Martin)
Le Cité Collégiale
Est décédée paisiblement, le 12 avril 2010, à l’âge de 56 ans, à la suite d’un long et courageux combat contre le cancer. Elle laisse dans le deuil son mari Jean d’Ottawa, ses enfants (Josiane, Sandrine et Benoît), sa sœur Ginette (Larry Hall), ses frères Henri-Luc (Janice Sayers) et Claude, ses neveux et nièces (Stephanie, Michelle, Jennifer, Maxine, Chantal, Nadia et Jonathan) et de nombreux cousins et cousines. Elle est la fille de feu Gilles Martin et de feu Thérèse Lapierre. Nicole a étudié à l’Université d’Ottawa où elle a obtenu son baccalauréat en sciences (Physique) en 1973. Elle poursuivit ses études à l’Université de Toronto où elle obtint son doctorat en biophysique médicale en 1979. Elle fut professeur au CEGEP et au collège Algonquin dans les années 80. Depuis le début des années 90, elle travaillait à la Cité Collégiale comme professeure et par la suite assuma la coordination de plusieurs programmes y compris l’architecture et l’innovation pédagogique. Un remerciement particulier au docteur Vincent Young du centre de cancérologie de l’hôpital d’Ottawa, Tawney et Sandra de même que tout le personnel du centre de chimiothérapie qui lui ont prodigué des soins de la plus haute qualité avec dévouement et compassion au cours des douze dernières années. La famille désire également souligner les excellents soins à domicile fournis par le Centre Carefor, au cours des dernières années et en particulier un gros merci à Christine. Finalement, la famille tient à remercier tous les médecins, infirmiers/ères, préposés et bénévoles du Centre Elizabeth Bruyère pour la qualité des soins, la dignité, le respect et le soutien qu’ils ont fournis à la famille au cours des dernières semaines. La famille recevra parents et amis au salon funéraire Héritage, 2871, boul. St-Joseph, Orléans, le dimanche 18 avril 2010 de 14h à 16h et le lundi 19 avril 2010 à compter de 10h30. Le service religieux suivra en la chapelle Héritage à 11h. Pour ceux qui le désirent, des dons, au lieu de fleurs, peuvent être versés à la fondation de l’Hôpital d’Ottawa, la fondation Bruyère ou la Société canadienne du cancer en mémoire de Nicole. Les messages de condoléances et les dons peuvent être faits au site www.heritagefh.ca. (15/04/10)
Emery, Rebecca Karen
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Rebecca Karen Emery on April 1st, 2010, at home, at the age of 39. Beloved daughter of George John Emery Sr. and JoAnn Mullen Emery. She leaves behind her loving son Jacob N., her sister Candis S. and her brothers George J. Jr. (Cynthia Gelech) and Christopher R. (Tina Simpson) ; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins in Canada and the United States ; and all the young adults of Blackburn Hamlet whom she cared for so deeply and who regarded her as their "second Mom". The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Monday, April 12th, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. A Memorial Service will follow in the Heritage Chapel at 2:30 p.m. A reception will be held immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Youville Centre to fund a bursary in Rebecca's name would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca..(09/04/10)
de Bellefeuille, Lucie
(née Abran)
Est décédée paisiblement à Clarence Creek, ON, le vendredi 5 mars 2010 à l’âge de 92 ans. Elle fut prédécédée par son époux Pierre de Bellefeuille. Elle laisse dans le deuil ses deux enfants Jean-Claude et Ginette, son gendre Mike Uriel ; son petit-fils unique Jean-Philippe ; ses belles-sœurs, ainsi que plusieurs neveux, nièces et amis. La cérémonie religieuse aura lieu dans l’intimité familiale. La mise en columbarium aura lieu le lundi 12 juillet 2010 à 15h au cimetière Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, Montréal. Au lieu de fleurs, des dons à la Fondation du centre d’accueil Roger-Séguin ou la Société canadienne de l’Alzheimer seraient appréciés. Les messages de condoléances et les dons peuvent être faits au site www.heritagefh.ca. (08/03/10)
Desjardins, Jeannette
(née Desjardins)
Mrs. Jeannette Desjardins of Vankleek Hill passed away on Saturday March 6th, 2010 at the age of 88. She was the beloved wife of late Lionel Desjardins and dear mother of Serge (Louise Parisien) and Alain (Solange Déry) and sister of Rosaire Desjardins (Lucille Fontaine). She is also survived by 6 grandchildren; Josée-Anne (Geoff McLelland), Marc, Julie, …ric, Isabelle, François, 7 great grandchildren: Cameron, Camille, Claudia, Emmy, Noémie, Thomas, Abbygail and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers Gérald Desjardins (Juliette Cusson) and Lucien Desjardins (Elaine MacAllister) and a grandchild …ric. Funeral service will be held at the St-Grégoire-de-Nazianze's Church at 137 Higginson st. in Vankleek Hill, Ontario on Thursday March 11th, 2010 at 11am. Burial in the St-Grégoire cemetery , Vankleek Hill, Ontario. Condolences may be sent by fax at 1-888-691-4958 or by email at: condolences@desforges.ca. The family will be at church from 10am to welcome family and friends. The family would like to extend special thanks for support and dedication to Dr. Eric Laviolette and Dr. Simon McCall. Thank you as well to the wonderful and dedicated people who made her comfortable when she was in most need .This allowed her a dignified end while still in her home:Pierre, Barbara, Laura, Francis, Manon, Jan, Gisele, Phillis, Françoise. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hawkesbury General Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.(04/03/10)
Poirier, Françoise
(née Lepage)
passed away on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of Roger Poirier. Loving mother of Ginette (Patrice Guérin), Léo (Manon Brousseau), Denis (Madelaine), Nicole (Luc Leroux), Francine (Gilles Patenaude), André (Johanne Clément), Sylvie (Alain Bourgeois) and Stéphanie (Michelle Boisvert). Cherished grandmother of Stéphane, Daniel, Maxime, Michelle, Josée, Éric, Sylvain, Patrick, Krystal, John and Philippe and great-grandmother of many great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her siblings: Claire Boulay, Victor Lepage, Colette Bergeron, Jacques Lepage and Philippe Lepage ; brothers-in-law: Claude Poirier and Raymond Poirier, as well as many nephews, nieces and friends. Memorial Mass will be held at St. Joseph Church, 2757 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans on Friday, March 5th, 2010 at 11 a.m. Following the ceremony, family members will receive condolences during the reception. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and donations can be made at www.heritagefh.ca. (04/03/10)