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Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
Christiane Donna Marie Rankin
Feb 14, 2026
Christiane Donna Marie Rankin, lovingly known as Chris or Chrissy, passed away peacefully in hospice in Ottawa on February 14, 2026, following a courageous 2.5 year battle with cancer. She was born in Ottawa on June 19, 1964, a Father’s Day gift who remained one of a kind from the very beginning.
Chris was predeceased by her mother, Therese Couillard-Sibiga, and...
Antonio (Nino) Prestera
Feb 14, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of Nino—a father, Nonno, brother, uncle and loyal friend. He passed away at the age of 73, surrounded by the love of his family.
Dearly and forever remembered by his children and most treasured grandchildren: Giuseppe and Alexandra (with Ellanora Grace and Myles Antonino), Vanessa (with Kairi and Klowi), and Jennifer...
Aaron Desmarais
Feb 13, 2026
It is with profound sadness that the family of Aaron Karl John Desmarais (Sam) announces his passing on February 13, 2026, at the age of 62, in Ottawa.
Aaron was the youngest of six children and is predeceased by his parents Clovis and Elizabeth Desmarais (Grummisch); sister Clovia Desroches; brothers James and Donald.
He is survived by his children: Colin; Katrina; Treena;...
Rosalind Norma Elliott
Feb 13, 2026
Norma Elliott (née Rowsell) died February 13, 2026 at the Ruddy-Shenkman hospice, Ottawa.
Born January 1949 in St. John’s Newfoundland, Norma was the only child of the late Rev. Reginald and Ruby (Field) Rowsell. Predeceased by her first husband Raphael Joseph, of Antigua, WI.
Norma will be missed by her husband John, son Marcus Joseph, daughters Shauna and Tarryn (Pablo), son Nathan...
Patricia Anne Morrison Paton
Feb 13, 2026
Patricia (Trish) Anne Morrison Paton, age 63, originally from Thunder Bay, ON, and of Ottawa, ON, passed away Friday morning, February 13, 2026, at the May Court hospice after a long battle with cancer. She had a successful career in providing administrative support, enjoyed classic rock music, reveled in many theme parks, and loved pets, especially our beloved Mojo.
Trish is...
Robert McKay
Feb 13, 2026
Robert John McKay, June 27, 1946 – February 13, 2026. Rob passed away peacefully during a short stay at Michael Garron Hospital. Rob was a devoted and loving father to Melissa and son-in-law, Erik and a cherished Papa to Marika and Elise, whom he adored. Rob is survived by his brothers, Don (Marlene); Ian (Rob); and sister, Kitty as well...
Robert Miller
Feb 12, 2026
Robert Miller was born on May 25, 1963, and his battle with cancer ended on February 12, 2026. Over the past four years, Rob fought long and hard, astounding his health care team with his strength and tenacity. His toughness and impressive work ethic were a part of what kept him going, and he used his last strength to try...
Arthur Robichaud
Feb 11, 2026
Following a long, happy and well-lived life, Arthur Robichaud died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at the age of 99, six months shy of his 100th birthday.
Born in Saint John, N.B., on Aug. 12, 1926, Arthur moved to Toronto as a young man where he enjoyed a career in the hotel and hospitality industry for many years. He was the last...
Patricia Rogers
Feb 11, 2026
Patricia Rogers passed away peacefully at Bruyere Saint Vincent Hospital on February 11, 2026. She was predeceased by her loving husband Dean Goldsmith and brother Larry Labbe. She is survived by her brothers Wayne Labbe, James Labbe, and Kerry Labbe, and sister Wendy Labbe. She will be fondly remembered by all her cherished friends and family. Born July 4, 1963...
Bryan Deering
Feb 11, 2026
Bryan Alan Deering
Feb 10/1980-Feb 11/2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bryan Deering due to natural causes. Predeceased by his wife Christie Starr. Father to Isabella ,and loving son of Ron Deering and Tracey Lynne Hulcoop and stepson to David Glasbergen. He will be dearly missed by his grandmother Velma Hulcoop and sisters and brother...
Brenda Marcotte
Feb 11, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brenda Marcotte on February 11, 2026, at the age of 67.
Born on April 29, 1958, Brenda lived a life filled with simple joys and deep love for her family. She found peace in her garden, especially delighting in the sight of red cardinals nearby. Whether tending to her flowers or enjoying the...
Joyce Guthrie
Feb 10, 2026
We are heart broken to announce the passing of Joyce Margaret Guthrie on February 10th, 2026 at the age of 94.
Joyce was predeceased by her loving husband Vincent Guthrie, sister Shirley Hobbs, daughter Sandra Martin, son Paul Guthrie, son in laws Bill Hillock and Keith Martin.
She will be greatly missed by her brother Bruce Hobbs, Daughter's Karen Mccuaig (Dave) Nancy...
James Thomas Treleaven
Feb 9, 2026
James Thomas Treleaven passed away on February 9th, 2026 after a diagnosis of lymphoma in January. He is survived by his parents Sharleen and David, his brothers Courtenay, Derek and Dwayne, his nieces Robin and Rachel, his grandniece Sequoia, Courtenay’s partner Joanna, and her daughters Karolina and Alexandra.Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1965, James grew up in Crystal Beach in...
Janet Morris
Feb 9, 2026
Janet Morris (née Lasby), age 71, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, at the Ottawa General Hospital, surrounded by her family.
Born in Guelph, Ontario, Janet was the cherished daughter of Elmer “Dick” Lasby and Dorothy “Jean” Lasby, both predeceased. She grew up with her siblings Patricia, Laura, and Brian (her brother Robert passed away in infancy).
Janet shared 47 devoted...
Mary Louise Haluska
Feb 8, 2026
Mary Louise Haluska, lovingly known to all as “GMA,” passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with her devoted son and granddaughter by her side. Just days earlier, she had celebrated her 95th birthday, a milestone she was so proud to reach.
Mary was the beloved wife of the late John Haluska and a proud and loving mother to Lynn,...
Hélène Roy
Feb 8, 2026
15 juillet, 1959 - 8 février, 2026
C’est avec une immense tristesse que nous annonçons le décès d’Hélène Roy, survenu à Ottawa le 8 février 2026, à l’âge de 66 ans, après un long et courageux combat contre le cancer des ovaires.
Elle est partie rejoindre ses parents bien-aimés, Armande Gauthier et Constantin Roy, qui l’ont précédée.
Hélène laisse dans le deuil ceux...
Mary Therese Jones
Feb 8, 2026
Mary Therese Jones (predeceased by husband Leverne) passed away on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, at the age of 91, in the Parry Sound Hospital’s Palliative Care. Surrounded by her loving family, she said good-bye and said that “she had to go to heaven now to be with God”. Mom died peacefully in her sleep.
Mary was born in Peterborough, Ontario on...
Andrew Dawson-Swan
Feb 6, 2026
There are no words to express the profound sadness of having to announce the passing of our beloved Andrew Dawson-Swan, on February 6, 2026 at the age of 37. Born on June 20, 1988, Andrew was a beloved son, partner, father, brother, uncle, nephew and friend to many.
Andrew was cherished by his father, Chris Swan, and his late mother, Ann...
Randy George Whitlock
Feb 5, 2026
Randy George Whitlock
August 30, 1958 – February 5, 2026
Randy George Whitlock passed away unexpectedly on February 5, 2026, at the age of 67.
Born on August 30, 1958, in Etobicoke, Ontario, Randy spent most of his life in his childhood home there. He was predeceased by his parents, Elmer and Blanche Whitlock, and had no siblings. He will be fondly remembered...
Zita (Dougie) Flannigan
Feb 5, 2026
Zita (Dougie) Flannigan, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026 at the age of 90.
She was born on November 7, 1935, in Glasgow, Scotland. This is where she met the love of her life, her husband of 69 years, William John Flannigan – ‘Willie’ as she called him to her...
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