Local obituaries for
Barrie, Mississauga, and Ottawa, Ontario.
Deborah Hahn
2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah at the age of 57 on December 26th, 2025 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa.
She was a loving mother to her daughter, Lila, who was the centre of her world.
She is also survived by her mother Andrea Hahn (Ryder) and predeceased by her father, Gordon Hahn, of...
Allan Marcel Gaumond
Dec 25, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Allan Marcel Gaumond (February 3, 1956 – December 25, 2025), a beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished grandfather who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Allan was the loving son of Marcel and Alba Gaumond (both predeceased) and the cherished brother of Dennis Gaumond. Through life’s challenges and difficult times, the...
Mary Johnston
Dec 25, 2025
After a very short, but very hard-fought battle with cancer, Mary passed away on Christmas Day in Ottawa, Ontario.
Beloved Mama to Wendy and her late son, Billy. Cherished mother-in-law to Chad; and Granny to Alex, Stephen, David, Keven, Daniel, and Emily. Granny-by-association to Sam and Andrew.
Sister to Marg, Kay, Joe, and her late brother Tom.
Mary was always the life of...
John Paul Arruda
Dec 25, 2025
It is with love and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of John Paul Arruda on December 25, 2025, at home, surrounded by his wife and children.For ten years, John fought a long and courageous battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In accordance with his wishes, he remained at home through the entire journey in the devoted and loving...
Norman John Dowdall
Dec 23, 2025
Norman John Dowdall
April 19, 1930 – December 23, 2025
Norman Dowdall passed away peacefully at the age of 95, leaving behind a life rich in love, laughter, and genuine connection. Surrounded by a lifetime of shared stories and cherished memories, Norman leaves a legacy defined by warmth, friendship, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family and community.
Norman was the beloved...
Ali Mortezania
Dec 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Mr. Ali Mortezania
October 13, 1944 – December 23, 2025
“The good name of a virtuous person shall never die; dead is the one whose name is not remembered for goodness.”
Engineer Ali Mortezania passed from this life having lived with dignity, honor, and a steadfast commitment to family and public service. He will be remembered for his moral...
Ted Allen Gowan
Dec 21, 2025
Ted Allen Gowan passed away comfortably in hospital on December 21, 2025, at the age of 61, after a brave fight against cancer. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Skylah (Marc), and his grandchildren, Mason, Addilyn, Amelia, and baby girl. He is survived by his brothers, Roger (Debbie) and Brian (Carrie); his sister, Sheila (Dan); his nephews, Tylor...
Diana Stuart
Dec 21, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our mom Diana Rosaline Stuart- nee Watchel who passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025 she was 83. Born in Macklin Saskatchewan. Mom was the second oldest of 8 siblings. Mom was a great cook and baker. She worked at Canada Packers( Maple Leaf foods) for over 40 years and...
Jean Warnock (née Powell)
Dec 20, 2025
Passed away on December 20, 2025, at the Peter D. Clark Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. Born on January 4, 1935. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 66 years, Richard "Dick" Warnock. Caring mother of Glenn (Maggie Steingass), Bruce (Tina Hogue), James (Sima), Robert (Jennifer McQuarrie), Charles (late Theresa Kanabe), Richard (Claire), Scott (Valentina Antonova), Thomas, Jeanie (John Ogilvie) and Julia....
Umberto Marasco
Dec 20, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Umberto Marasco. Born in Foggia (Italy) during World War II, he was the second of nine children. As a young man, he served in the Italian military for eighteen months, something that he often spoke about and remembered fondly. This experience was the beginning of his limitless curiosity and...
Robert David Noseworthy
Dec 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert David Noseworthy of Kemptville, Ontario, on Friday, December 19, 2025, due to complications of chronic lung disease, surrounded by his children.
Robert was a proud and accomplished man with a strong sense of community who devoted much of his career to the development of Kemptville. Born and raised in...
Gaston Brière
Dec 19, 2025
C’est le cœur lourd, mais soulagés de savoir que ses souffrances ont pris fin, que nous vous annonçons le décès de notre être cher et extraordinaire, Gaston Brière, survenu le 19 décembre 2025 à l’établissement de soins palliatifs Bruyère Saint-Vincent.
Il s’est éteint entouré de ses deux enfants, Geneviève Brière et Emmanuel Brière.
Papa était une personne exceptionnelle, dotée d’un immense cœur,...
Lena Myrtle Hislop
Dec 18, 2025
Lena Myrtle Hislop passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at Hospice Simcoe. She was the loving wife of the late Del Hislop, who predeceased her on January 19, 2014.
Lena was a devoted and proud mother to her daughter Leah (Hutchings), and an adoring grandmother to Dustin (Natalie), Gavin (Emma), and Devon (BJ). She will watch over her three great-grandchildren...
Nicole Dinelle Leger
Dec 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nicole Dinelle Leger, devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She passed away on December 17, 2025 at the age of 77.
Beloved wife of Serge Leger of 29 years. She leaves behind 7 children, 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Her loving family and friends will deeply miss her.
Nicole was...
Angel Gabriel Grajales
Dec 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angel Gabriel Grajales on December 17, 2025, in Barrie, Ontario. Born in Colombia, he moved to Canada in 1998 and built a life centered around his deep love for family.
Angel is survived by his children Orlando Grajales (Ana Bolena), Adriana Bagby (Andrew Bagby), and Yenny Ray (Gerald Ray); his...
Anne Price
Dec 16, 2025
Anne Price, daughter of the late Annie and Alfred Taylor, beloved mother of Anne (Terry), Marion, and Merdina. Doting Grandma to Fiona, Liam, Mackenzie, Frobisher, Elijah, Avery, and Tallulah. Cherished sister to Irene, Harry, and the late Alfred, Angus and Gladys. A loving aunt to many, and a great aunt to many more!
Born in Lockerbie, Scotland, the widow of George...
Marvin "Marv" Darcy Zaluski
Dec 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marvin “Marv” Zaluski on December 16, 2025, in Ottawa, Ontario.
Marvin is survived by his wife Marlene, son Andrew, parents Anne and Sylvester Zaluski, brother Jamie (Lorry), nephew Charles, niece Zoey, sister Lorrianne Pearce (Derek), nieces Annika and Lydia, father-in-law Art Smith, mother-in-law Peggy Smith, sister in-law Sandra Smith (Todd)...
Catherine Lois Lefebvre (née Shane)
Dec 16, 2025
Catherine Lefebvre (née Shane) 63 of Cornwall, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the Cornwall Hospice, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She faced her illness with strength and grace, surrounded by her loved ones.
Catherine was born on October 11, 1962, in Cornwall, Ontario, to Lois (née Muldoon) and Lambert Shane. Known to many...
Peter Fisch
Dec 14, 2025
Obituary for Ret. Sgt. Mr. Peter Fisch
“I’ll be with you, even if you can’t see me. Let your heart guide you. It whispers, so listen closely.”
Retired Sergeant Mr. Peter Fisch, born December 31, 1947, in Oslo, Norway, went to be with the Lord on December 14, 2025, at the age of 77.
Born to his late parents, Andrew and Adrienne Fisch,...
Ragna Thomsen (nee Svenske)
Dec 14, 2025
Ragna Thomsen (nee Svenske), age 99, died 14 December 2025 in Ottawa. Her husband, Knud Thomsen, of over 65 years predeceased her in November 2022. She was born in Kirkenes, northern Norway on September 15th, 1926 to Ole Svenske and Inga Karen Moste.
She was one of nine brothers and sisters and is survived by her stepbrother Einar. Ragna had a...
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