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With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Nikolas Zahariadis on April 7, 2025 in St. John’s NL, at the age of 17. Nikolas was born on September 24, 2007 in Edmonton, Alberta.
He was a bright, gentle soul — deeply curious, endlessly thoughtful, and quietly creative. He had a passion for aviation, science and photography, always asking questions, always seeking...
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Louise Yvonne Clarke (nee McLellan) on Sunday April 6, 2025, at the age of 78 in Ottawa. Louise passed away peacefully surrounded by family members after a long health battle.
Born in Trois Rivieres Quebec, Louise is predeceased by her parents William Arthur McLellan and Rita McLellan (nee Charpentier).
A...
Born in Montreal, John McGill passed away peacefully at the age of 81 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.He was predeceased by his teenage son, Michael McGill, and his brothers, Jeffrey and David McGill.John will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 30 years, Peggy McGill, and her children: Myke Dwyer (Suzan Mandla), Gerry Dwyer (Johanna Dwyer), Bill...
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Sandra Lee Hack after a brief battle with cancer on April 2, 2025 in Orillia ON.
Sandi will be lovingly remembered by her beloved husband Robert Hack, her two sons Brandon and Tyler, her brothers John, Brad, Barrie and Chris. Sandi was a loving grandmother, who liked...
Passed away peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on April 1, 2025 in his 95th year. Predeceased by his dearly loved and cherished wife Margaret Minerva (née Houston), to whom he was married for 56 years. Beloved father of Tom (Jean) of Sydney, Australia, Ian (Brenda) of Windsor, Ontario and Bruce, of Barrie, Ontario. Loving...
Alexander Gelvan, known to his family and friends as Sasha, died peacefully on April 2, 2025, in his Ottawa home. Sasha was 64 years old. He leaves behind a family who loves him – his sister, Zoya Leybin, and a brother, Vladimir Gelvan, four nieces, Ivietta Matison, Emma Cribb, Simona Snyder, and Ginta Gelvan, and his first cousin, Jana Ratz.
He...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Vasilios Sotiropoulos, age 57, born on November 10, 1967, in Katakalo, Greece. Vasilios, a cherished father, partner, son, and friend, passed away on April 1, 2025, in Toronto, Ontario, surrounded by love and the warmth of those closest to him: his former wife Effie, their two remarkable...
It is with sorrow and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Panagiota Papamanolopoulos, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She passed peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Sparti, Greece in 1932 she came to Canada for a better life where she met her beloved husband of 66 years Panagioti.
She...
Colin Patrick Houle "Wask" of Mildmay, Ontario, passed away suddenly on March 31, 2025 at South Bruce Grey Health Centre in Walkerton, Ontario. He was born on June 30, 1972 and was adopted by his amazing parents Patrick and Mary (Wysocki) Houle.
Colin loved his family very much and is survived by his wife, Tina Marie King, his daughter, Dakota...
Mummy, Mum, Maw, Mom or May. A woman known for her patience, positive nature, gentleness, loyalty, kindness, but more importantly for her incredible strength and endurance. What a Lady!
Mum’s journey began in Montréal on January 26, 1936, by her given name of Marie Cecile Alice Gendron handed to her by her parents Louise Haines and Henri Gendron. Time flies, and...
On Sunday, March 30, 2025, Patrick Andrew Faria, who fought to the very end, lost his fight to cancer at the age of 72.
He peacefully passed at home, surrounded by his loved ones.
Patrick was a dedicated employee of Schneider Electric serving 50 years.
He can be remembered as being SUPERMAN to his kids who loved his family immensely. He survives through...
March 29, 2025 – Toronto, OntarioIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stella Digalakis, at the age of 92, on March 29, 2025, in Toronto. Stella was a beloved mother, and friend, whose legacy of love, hard work, and creativity lives on in all who knew her.Stella was born in Greece and emigrated to Canada in...
It is with heavy hearts, filled with love and fond memories, that we share the news of Brian Donald Edmund "Mac" McLean's passing. Brian passed peacefully at his home at the age of 66, with his wife Laura by his side.
Brian is survived by his wife Laura Lessif, siblings Patrick (Joy), Donna (Bob), Brenda (Mike), along with his nieces and...
Donald “Ian” MacDonald, formerly of the 4th of Kenyon, Alexandria, Ontario died peacefully at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Patricia (née Lowe) MacDonald for over 60 years. Loving father of Scott (Shelly), Tonya (Sylvain) and Tyson (Michelle) MacDonald. Adoring grandfather of Lachlan and Elle MacDonald, and Mykelti (Monica),...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear partner, father, brother, uncle, cousin , Robert Heimann, who passed away on March 27,2025. Robert will be remembered for his kind heart, sense of humour, delightful, fun loving personality. He leaves behind a family filled with love and cherished memories.
A Celebration of Life will be held Friday,...
C'est avec tristesse que nous vous faisons part du décès de Marcelline Dallaire (née Harvey) décédé jeudi, le 27 mars 2025, Ottawa, Ontario, à l’âge de 80 ans. Elle était la fille de feu Edmour Harvey et de feu Virginie Clarey Tremblay. Elle laisse dans le deuil ses enfants, Annie (Corrado Calvo), Eric, Stephane (Karen Mason); sa petite-fille, Kayla (Brian...
C'est avec une grande tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Raymond Alberti, survenu le 26 mars 2025, à l'âge de 81 ans.
Fils de feu John Henry Alberti et de Thérèse Renaud Robert, il était un père aimant pour Marc (Rachel) et Luc (Mireille) et un grand-père affectueux pour Océane, Coralie, Alexis, Anika, Anaève et Fanny.
Il laisse également dans le...
WILFRED BRIAN ASHFORD “ASH”
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Ashford at home on March 26, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.
Beloved husband of 53 years of Carol (nee Tippett), much loved father of Kelly (Gulshan Chadda) and Jamie (Sharon Fernandes). Loving Grampa of Ashwin and Mia. Survived by sister Melanie (Don Smith). Predeceased...
We are very sad to announce that John (Jack) Allan Haynes passed away in his 95th year peacefully at Joseph Brant Hospital on Tuesday March 25, 2025.Predeceased by the love of his life Phyllis of over 64 yearsLoving father of Susan (John) Sandra (Jeff) Karen (Mait) Proud grandfather of Abby (Dennis), Patrick, JD (Mayanna), Clayton (Rose), Ryan and Ellie. Caring...
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