Jean-Pierre Rene Beauregard

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Jean-Pierre Rene Beauregard, who left us in his sleep at his home in Ottawa on March 6, 2026, at the age of 65, following a lengthy and courageous struggle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Jean-Pierre—known affectionately by many of his friends as JP, and by his family as Pete or Peter—was a remarkably kind soul. He lived his life with a quiet dedication to helping others, a trait that defined both his professional career and his personal life.

Born in Cornwall, Ontario, Jean-Pierre completed his secondary education there before moving to Ottawa to pursue his passion for helping others. He graduated in 1982 from Algonquin College as part of the historic, first-ever bilingual Social Service Work program. This launched a successful and fulfilling career in the social services field, where his ability to connect with and support people in both official languages allowed him to truly excel.

JP began his career with the City of Ottawa as a Youth Outreach worker. By the late 1980s, he transitioned to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor. Over the years, he lent his expertise to various private companies before ultimately accepting a position with the Federal Government of Canada at Global Affairs, where he proudly served as a Vocational Counsellor until his passing.

Outside of work, Jean-Pierre was a man of diverse interests. spent many summers with his brothers on their “brothers weekend”. He enjoyed solitary pursuits like photography and gaming, as well as group activities like fishing and golfing, which he frequently shared with his co-workers and close friends, including Richard and Anne Bisson, and Patrick Poitras. JP was also renowned for his exceptional culinary skills, his quick wit, and a famously dry sense of humor that could instantly light up a room. For over 20 years, he shared a deep bond with his constant feline companion, Simba, and he always welcomed the opportunity to care for his friends' animals over the years.

Above all, Jean-Pierre was a devoted family man. As the youngest child of a family of ten, he was fiercely loved. He was a deeply supportive father and grandfather, and his legacy of kindness will live on through his children and grandchild.

Family

Jean-Pierre is survived and will be forever loved and remembered by:

● His Children: Ashley Patel (and husband Chirag Patel), Julie-Anne Beauregard, and Nickolas Beauregard.

● His Cherished Grandson: Aariv Patel.

● His Sisters: Sylvie Depratto, Joceline Johnston, and Huguette MacIntosh.

● His Brothers: Ron Beauregard, Michel Beauregard, and Ray Beauregard.

● He is also survived by a large and loving extended network of nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and friends.

He was reunited in peace with those who predeceased him:

● His Parents: Lucille and Ernest Beauregard.

● His Siblings: Sisters Lucille Beauregard and Claudette Lamesse, and brother Richard Beauregard.

● His Beloved Nephew and Niece: Brian MacIntosh and Suzanne Gray.

● His Lifelong Feline Companion: Simba.

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Service & Donations

In keeping with Jean-Pierre’s wishes, a Private Family Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 to honor his memory and celebrate the profound impact he had on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

For those who wish to honor Jean-Pierre’s memory, the family requests that donations be made to the Lung Association in his name, to support ongoing research and assistance for those battling COPD.

"A kind soul who was always willing to help others in need. 

He will be deeply missed, but never forgotten."