It is with great sadness that the Gauthier family announces the sudden passing of Raymond D. Gauthier, who died July 29th, 2012 at the age 78, at his new residence at the Village Riviera in Gatineau, Québec. He was the beloved husband of the late Carmen Martin, the devoted father of Marie-Noël and caring grandfather of Miguel Bouchard.
Tremblay, Jean
Of Navan, Ontario. We are saddened by the passing of a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend after a long and courageous battle with multiple-myeloma at the age of 68 on Sunday, July 29th, 2012. Jean leaves in mourning his wife of 42 years, Maggie (Bourgeois), his children Julie, John (Staci Quigley) and Robbie (Blaine Sack). He was a dear Pe-père to Noah and Abby, and special son-in-law to Dorothy Poirier. He is predeceased by his son Michael, parents Juliette Homier and Hector Tremblay, and brother Marcel. He will be fondly remembered by his siblings and their families: Thérèse, Cécile, Frank, Lucienne, Hélène, Madeleine, André, Alban, Ernest, Pauline and Pierre.
Drouin, Maurice
passed away peacefully at home, on July 26, 2012 at the age of 59 . Son of Laurette Labelle and the late Ernest Drouin. Loving husband of Monique St-Arnaud. Cherished father of Richard (Chantal), Simon (Annick) and Sophie. Proud grandfather of Luka and Christian. Dear brother of Réjean (Rollande), Roger (Carole), Claire (Bernard), Michel (Suzanne), Patricia, Paul (Angèle), Louis (Hélène), Claude (Louise), Daniel (Lucie), Francine (Jean-Marie), Guy (Diane), Hélène (Caleb), Jacques (Micheline) and François (Chantal).
Pygas, Michael
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Joseph Pygas in his 63rd year. Michael was the beloved son of the late Joseph Goundrill Pygas and Eleanor Rita Keegan. He is survived by his loving daughters Joanne Pygas (Christopher Juneau) and Julie Pygas (Terry McClelland), his brother William Pygas (Margot) and his dear friend and partner Debra Butler.
Langlois, Paul
passed away on July 17, 2012 at the age of 85. Paul was predeceased by his beloved wives Yolande Langlois (2001) and Ruth Danneau (2011). He will be deeply missed by his loving sons Pierre (Antoinette Stokes), Michel, his brother Jean and his granddaughters Marie-Michelle, Émilie and Isabelle, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
Nelligan, Theresa
(née Nadon)
passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, on Monday, July 9, 2012 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Roger Nelligan. Loving father of Steve (Debbie Johnson), Angela (Robert Lamoureux) and Roxanne (Camille Racette). Cherished grandmother of Bridget, Philip, Isabelle, Nicolas and great-grandmother (Titi) of Aislynn and Mary-Ann.
Cousineau, Jeannette
passed away peacefully at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital (WDMH), surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, July 8, 2012 at the age of 93 years 7 months. Beloved wife of the late Fernand Cousineau and daughter of the late Josephat Grégoire and the late Marie-Louise Goulet.
Langlois, Suzanne
It is with great sadness that after 5 years of battling cancer our beautiful daughter Suzanne passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 8, 2012 at the Ottawa General Hospital surrounded by family. Beloved daughter of Gilles and Sylvia (McDougall), loving sister to brother Jay, cherished by her aunts, Jacqueline Langlois, Madeleine Lidbetter (Langlois) (late Ken), Phyllis McDougall and her dear cousin Tara McDougall. Predeceased by her grandparents Rita (Rocque) and Edouard Langlois and Hugh and Gladys (Bassett) McDougall. Suzanne will also be greatly missed by her other special relatives and many dear friends. The family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors and nurses of the 6th and 5th floors at the General Campus for the wonderful care they gave our Suzanne. As well many thanks to Dr. Stan Gertler, Dr. Lochrin, Dr. C. Lupe and their teams who always treated Suzanne with compassion and understanding. In keeping with Suzanne's wishes, donation to Medical Science has taken place, and there will be no funeral or service. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. For those wishing, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (09/07/12)
Butler, Grant
passed away peacefully on Friday, July 6, 2012 at the age of 76 years. Loving husband of Petra (nee Guth). Loving father of Michael, the late Andy and Cathy (Dave Cyr). Cherished grandfather of Jonathan Cyr. Predeceased by his parents Alonzo and Stella Butler and his brothers : Alonzo and Darrel. He will be sadly missed by many nephews, nieces and friends. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 1 p.m. Interment St. Joseph cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Muscular Disease Canada (Myotonic Dystrophy), www.muscle.ca, would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (09/07/12)
Vea, Tomasa
(née Cortez)
passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2012 at the age of 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Enrique Vea. Loving mother of Celestina (Eligio), Vicente (Petra), Floramante (Lavinia), Lucrecia (Simeon), Antonio (Ofelia) and Elmar (Shelley). She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Emelie, Virgilio, Grace, Russell, Ronnie, Robin, Giselle, Tate, Kai and great-grandchildren Mackenzie, Alexandra, Diego, Isabella, Jaiden, Mikayla, Nico and Anika, as well as many relatives and friends. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Friday, July 6, 2012 from 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Good Shepherd Church, 3092 Innes Rd. Orléans, on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 10 a.m. Interment at Beechwood cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (06/07/12)
Bandla, Eva Joyce
(née Emanuel)
passed away peacefully at her home in Cumberland, on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at the age of 64. Beloved wife of Richard (Rick) Bandla. Loving mother of Stephen Bandla of Orléans. She will be sadly missed by her brother Eugene Emanuel (Lydia) of Edmonton, AB., her step son David Bandla (Sherry Dawson) of Edmonton, AB., her sister-in-law Kathy Bandla, her niece Amy Bandla and her nephew Michael Bandla, all of Sarnia, ON. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Thursday, June 28, 2012 from 7 – 9 p.m. and on Friday, June 29, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. in the Heritage Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Hospice at May Court or to the Canadian Cancer Society, would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (27/06/12)
Panneton, Guy
passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, at the age of 74. Guy was married for 50 years to his beloved wife Patricia who predeceased him by only a few months. Guy was the father of three daughters: Louise and her husband John Gilmour and former husband Barry Gurberg; Jackie and her husband Ed Kus; Caroline Lussier and her husband Marc Laurin. Guy loved and was very proud of his grand-children: Richard, Francis, David, Jessica, Kristine, Samuel and Sabrina who are his legacy and who each carry with them a little bit of Grandpa. His three brothers were a big part of his life; he leaves behind Jean (Gisèle) and is predeceased by Pierre and Michel. Guy is also predeceased by his parents Jacques and Yvette. Born in Montreal, Québec in 1937, he enjoyed travelling the world through his work at Lavalin. It brought him to Algeria, Haiti, Uganda, Sudan, Costa Rica, throughout Europe and so many other places. He especially enjoyed the trips where Pat could join him. As a civil engineer, he managed many roads, plants and building projects. He enjoyed his work tremendously ending his career at Canada Post where he headed up the procurement department. Guy moved to James Bay from 1978 to 1980 and then from Montreal to Ottawa in 1992 where he spent many happy years surrounded by his family. He enjoyed summers at the family cottage in Labelle, where he could be seen with a hammer in hand, by the dock fixing something or playing in his stamps at the desk by the window. We all remember him with a pair of tweezers in hand arranging his stamp collection. A tall and distinguished business man, Guy was a great provider to his family. He was a very good man and will be sadly missed. Special thanks go out to “his” Hélène and Dr. Louise Coulombe, both angels sent from heaven. Friends are invited to visit at the Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 boul. St. Joseph Blvd., (Orléans) Ottawa, Ontario, on Friday, June 22nd from 6 pm to 9 pm or June 23rd after 9:30am until 10:30 followed by a Service at Divine Infant Church at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca) would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (27/06/12)
Lindsay, David
passed away peacefully at home on June 16 at the age of 74. Predeceased by his parents Robert Lindsay and Lucy Hickes. Devoted husband to Joan (Chevrier). Loving father of Scott (Elizabeth), Karen and Cory. Cherished Grampa to Bradley, Kali, Madison and Dylan. Born and raised in Ottawa, Dave was recruited by the National Research Council in the 1950’s and spent his 46-year career with the organization. In his retirement, Dave enjoyed traveling with his beloved Joan. His grandchildren brought him incredible joy, and they will miss his magic tricks and good-natured teasing. Dave will be remembered for his humour, intelligence and caring spirit. Many thanks to Dr. George Michael, Dr. Louise Coulombe and the staff at Bayshore Home Care for their wonderful care during the last week. Condolences will be received at Divine Infant Church, 6658 Bilberry Drive, Orleans on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at 12:15 p.m., followed by a memorial mass to celebrate Dave’s life at 1:00 p.m. A private burial will be held at St-Mary’s cemetery on Thursday, June 21 in Quyon, Quebec. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (17/06/12)
Luchtenburg, Henry
passed away peacefully, on Saturday, June 16, 2012 at the age of 88. Predeceased by his beloved wife Johanna. Dear father of John (Beverly), Maria (Theo Nyentap), Bernadette (Murray Halowski) and André (the late Ann-Marie). Loving Opa to Erik, Karla, Ben, Mark, Ben, Paul, Anna, Katherine and the late Alexander. Henry was from a family of 10 siblings all from Holland. Special thank you to the staff at Queenswood Villa for the great care given to our Pa. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St Joseph Blvd., Orleans, on Thursday June 21, 2012 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass in celebration of his life will be held at Divine Infant Church, 6658 Bilberry Dr., Orleans, on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of choice or to the Divine Infant Parish Building Fund. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (17/06/12)
Da Silva, Eviristo
passed away on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at the age of 69 years. Beloved husband of Monique. Loving father of Anita (Pascal), Isabelle (Mark) & Christine. Cherished grandfather of Vanessa and Jacob. Brother of Manuel, Francisco, Libia, Jose, Esalino, Lurdes, Saul, Rosa and Eudilia. He is survived by many nephews, nieces and friends. Predeceased by his parents Manuel Da Silva and Maria Corimo. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Hugues Church, 3470 Sarsfield Rd., Sarsfield on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 11 a.m., followed by interment at the parish cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Sarsfield Community Centre, 3585 Sarsfield Rd. for a reception and an opportunity to share memories. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (17/06/12)
Pelletier, Lucille
(née Demers)
passed away on Friday, June 8, 2012 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Jean-Louis Pelletier. Loving mother of Jean-Pierre (Roberta), Huguette (Jean-François) and Julie (Bruno). Cherished grandmother of Jean-Michel, Louis-Philippe, Geneviève, Roxanne and great-grandmother of Mia, Colton-John, William and Sean-Owen. She will be sadly missed by her sister Irène and her brother Gérard (Réjeanne), as well as many nephews, nieces and friends. Relatives and friends will be received at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Memorial Service will follow in the Heritage Chapel at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Montfort Hospital Foundation or to a charity of choice would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (09/06/12)
Benoit, Roger
Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree (Council 5925) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert, who passed away on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the age of 63 years. Beloved husband and best friend of the late Elva Benoit (nee McDonald). Loving father of Tania (Denis), Lisa and Ashley. Cherished grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his siblings : Dolores Nolan, Donald, Henry, Albert, Arthur, Hélène Desjardins as well as many in-laws, nephews, nieces and friends. Predeceased by his parents Donat Benoit and Delisca Goyer, as well as his sister Lillian Lafortune. The family will receive relatives and friends at Heritage Funeral Home, 2871 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans, on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Celebration Mass will take place at Resurrection of Our Lord Church, 1940 Sanderson Dr., Ottawa, on Thursday, June 7, 2012 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Robert to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.heritagefh.ca. (03/06/12)
Hopkins, Leslie
Peacefully on Thursday, October 18th at the Ottawa Civic Hospital with family close by. Survived by his loving wife Yvonne, sons Gary and Michael, daughters-in-law Jackie and Nancy, grandchildren Matthew and Emma, his sister Lily and brother Arthur. His love and pride for his family was his greatest joy. He will be deeply missed by all. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Heritage Funeral Home located at 2871 St Joseph Boulevard,
Girouard, Claude
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Claude Girouard on October 15th, 2012 at the age of 75. Son of the late Henri Girouard and the late Stella Cadieux. Beloved husband of 52 years of Cécile Girouard (Farley). He leaves behind his loving children, Diane, Marc (Kim), André (Manon), Michel and Nathalie (Clemente), his grandchildren Mireille, Émilie, Victoria, Jessika (Dominic), Amélie and one great grandson Daven. He will be missed by his brother Denis, his sisters Huguette (late Marcel Turgeaon), Lise (Jacques Tremblay) and Marcelle (Jean-Marie Lemay). He was predeceased by his sisters Carmen Bergeron and Claire Brisebois. He will also be missed by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
McChesney, Scott
Scott passed away, at home, surrounded by his family, on Sunday October 7, 2012 at the age of 41. Loving husband of Tammy Zubyck (Née Belair) and step dad to Gabrielle. Son of Jeannette McChesney and the late Francis McChesney. Dear brother of Yvonne, Greg (Terry Lee) and Mark (Denise). He is also survived by his father-in-law and his mother-in-law Richard and Diane Bélair; his sister-in-law Nathalie (Paul); his uncles Elmer (Dorothy) and Laurence; his aunts Ann (Angus) and Helen. He will be missed by his nieces Kaitlyn, Emilie, Tegan, Tori and his nephews Nicholas and Rhys as well as many close friends.
Benoit, Donat
passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at the age of 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Jeanne (nee Poirier). Loving father of Guy (Joan Jennings), Roger, Lorraine (Richard Gravelle) and the late Denis. Cherished grandfather of Martin, Lianne, Shawn, Jodi and great-grandfather of Chloé, Émilie and Max. He will be sadly missed by his sisters: Rita, Bernadette and Lucienne, as well as many nephews, nieces and friends. Predeceased by his brothers: Lucien, Laurent, Ernest, Roch and his sisters: Alice, Jeanne, Florence and Thérèse.
Parent, André C.
It is with great sorrow that we wish to announce the passing of André C. Parent, C.P.A., C.G.P, 0. ADM. Born in Hull, Oct. 25, 1936, he passed away Sept. 28, 2012 at his home in Ottawa at the age of 75 years. Predeceased by his parents Alfred Parent, former chief of the City of Hull’s No 3 Fire Station, and Hélèna « Léna » Massé, his brothers Bernard, Jean-Paul (Madeleine Bélanger), Oswald (Claudette Jean) and sisters Thérèse (Maurice Leblond), Jeannine (Léonard Tanguay), and Madeleine (Marcel Lacasse).
Martin, Gracia
(née Landry)
passed away peacefully on September 20th, 2012 at the age of 90. Wife of the late Philippe Paquette. She leaves to mourn her children : Claire Paquette (John), Clovis, Philippe (Monique); her grandchildren : Valérie (Cédric), Normand (Julie), France (Mike), Isabelle and Mélanie (Jesse); a good companion and friend Danielle Barrette (mother of Isabelle and Mélanie); 3 great-grandchildren : Tex, Dakota and Éliane; her sister-in-law Addy Landry (late Jacques), as well as many nieces, nephews and friends, particularly the “Sarsfield Golden Girls”.
Boutin, Roger
Roger Boutin 1926-2012 (retired psychiatrist) Roger passed away peacefully at home in Ottawa on September 17, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Hilary (nee Graham). Son of Ludivine (Fortier) and Omer-Henri Boutin. Older brother to Yolande (Richard), predeceased by his younger brothers André (Tibi) and Fernand (Monique). He leaves his children (from first wife Bibiane Faubert): Annik (Pierre), Christian (Marie-Claire), Maxime (Lisa) and Eric (Sheila), his step-children : Louise (Ian) and James (Jennifer), his grand-children: Paul-Renaud, Corinne, Florence, Vincent, Camille, Gerard, Philip, Jean-Christophe, Nicole, Olivia and Nelson.
Omole, Collins Segun
passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 13, 2012 at the age of 54 years. He was the beloved husband of Rose (née Okemo), and cherished father of Cecilia, Pauline and David. He will be sadly missed by Rose and the children, as well as by his mother Ebun Georgina (the late Titus), his sisters Funke (Adewale), Taiwo (Olumide) and Alaba (Daniel), his brother Sunday (Olushola), his mother-in-law Wilibroda, his siblings-in-law Robert (Pamela) and Maureen, as well as many nephews, nieces, extended family and friends..
Paquette, Del Val
passed away on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at the age of 95 years. Son of the late Emery Paquette and of the late Jeanne Trottier. Beloved husband of Marie Antoinette (nee Chenier). Loving father of Marc-André (Francine), Danielle (Denis), Camille (Rhéal), Maryse (Christopher), Claude (Ginette) and Clément. Cherished grandfather of Marie-France, Caterine, Matthew, Nicolas, Isabelle, Marie-Charlotte and great-grandfather of David-Nicholas, Audrey-Rose, Evan and Addison. He will be sadly missed by his sister Alice Sharp of Florida, as well as many nephews, nieces and friends.
Azar, Emile
passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at the age of 81 years. Beloved husband of Barbara. Loving father of Caroline (Bob Johnson), Patricia (Alain Colle) and Sylvie (Hassan Gawad). Cherished grandfather of Stéphane, Véronique, Alicia, Patrick and step-grandfather of Nada.
Peppas, Thérèse
(née Rancourt)
passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2012 at the age of 82 years. Daughter of the late Philibert Rancourt and of the late Béatrice Bergeron. Beloved wife of the late Peter Peppas. She will be sadly missed by her brothers : Noël (Agathe) and Fernand (Jacqueline), as well as many nephews, nieces and friends. Predeceased by her brothers : Rosaire (Jeanne), Gérard (the late Jeannette), Darcy (Madeleine) and her sisters : Jeanne (the late Jean) and Gertrude (the late Claude).
Pandelidis, Thérèse
(née Godbout)
passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2012 at the age of 86 years. Beloved wife of Stephen. Loving mother of George (Suzanne), John (Susan), Steven (Alma) and Paul (Sophie). Cherished grandmother of Mark (Stéphanie), Chelsea, Alex, Jennifer, Peter, Michael, Karli, Nicholas and Léa. Sister of the late Pierre (Mable), the late Françoise (the late Eddy), the late Bernard (Lucette), Denise (the late Frank).
Keller, John Samuel
Canadian Red Cross 1959-2012
John passed away at home with his loving family by his side. Beloved husband of Astrid (Mesterom), father to Cody, Jacob, Evan and Mitchell. Son of Lillian and the late Frank Keller. Brother to Allan (Ayu), Tim (Jennifer) and Michael. Best uncle ever to his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Louise Coulombe for her guidance and to family and friends for all their support.
