OBITUARY LISTING

Nov 1, 2018

LARIVIERE, Robert Wilfred “Bob” – passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 1, 2018 in his 63rd year.

Bob Lariviere of Pembroke, husband of Jackie Lariviere (nee Bilz).  Dear father of Kristopher (Kyla), Adam (Megan) & Shane Lariviere, all of Pembroke; and grandpa to Parker, Griffin & Kara.  Cherished son of Beatrice (nee Gardner) & the late Wilfred Lariviere;...

Oct 30, 2018

GEYSSEN, A. Diane – passed away peacefully at Marianhill on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at the age of 77 years.

Diane Geyssen of Pembroke, dearly loved wife of the late John W. Geyssen.  Dear mother of Cheri Gagnon (Barry), Pembroke. Predeceased by son John W. Geyssen.  Mother-in-law of Margaret Geyssen, Fredericton, NB.  Gramma to Justin Gagnon (Rebecca), Pembroke & Jessica Gagnon,...

Oct 29, 2018

BIGGS, Ray Garth “Gary” – passed away peacefully at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Monday, October 29, 2018 at the age of 86 years.

Gary Biggs of Pembroke, dearly loved husband of 60 years to Iris Biggs (nee Cameron).  Loving father of Robert (Angie), Eckville AB; Mark (Donna), Pembroke & Christopher (Patricia), Pembroke.  Cherished grandfather of Tanya, Gary (Kelli) & Megan; Erik,...

Oct 28, 2018

Hudson, Fraser; Peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Sunday October 28th, 2018. William Leonard Fraser Hudson of Ottawa in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Joyce Isabel (Gough) Hudson. Beloved father of Janice Elizabeth Hudson of Ottawa and predeceased by infant daughter Margaret Jane Hudson. Cherished grandfather “Dada” of Jennifer Ellen Smuck of Ottawa. Father-in-law of Alan...

Oct 26, 2018

HARWOOD, Arla F. – peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Friday, October 26, 2018 at the age of 86 years.

Arla Harwood (nee Hodgins) of Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew, formerly of Pembroke, mother of Robbie Harwood (Corrine Hillyer-Harwood), Barb Harwood-Gendron (Pat), and James Harwood (Danielle Bromley).  Predeceased by son Bryan Harwood.  Grandma of Joshua & Miranda and Amanda & Mackenzie.  Great-grandma...

Oct 24, 2018

HEWITT, Jean Helen - passed away peacefully at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 in her 91st year.

Jean Hewitt of Pembroke, wife of the late Lloyd Hewitt.  Mother of Noreen Hunka (Lloyd Gervais), Randy (Evon Leech) and Terry (Joanne).  Grandmother of Natasha & Shawn; Anthony (Lori); and Jessica (Evan) & Tanya (Ian).  Great-grandmother of Jade, Gabe, Miles,...

Oct 21, 2018

SCHILLING, Alison – passed away peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Sunday, October 21, 2018 at the age of 50 years.

Alison Schilling (nee Colwell) of Pembroke, compassionate and caring wife of Mark Schilling.  Devoted mother of Shana Carquez, Brooke Schilling and Ty Schilling.  Daughter of Patrick Colwell (Fern), Kingston and the late Ann...

Oct 20, 2018

ZADOW, Desmond Clifford – passed away peacefully at Marianhill, with his family by his side, on Saturday, October 20, 2018 in his 93rd year.

Des Zadow of Pembroke, beloved husband of Ruth Zadow (Wright, nee Carnegie); and by first marriage the late Phyllis Zadow (nee Schroeder).  Loving father of Daniel Zadow (Dene), Sudbury; Donna Dennison (late Jack), Pembroke; Debbie Zadow, Petawawa;...

Oct 10, 2018

Mathewson, Lynn Edward - passed away peacefully at Marianhill on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the age of 75 years.  

Lynn Mathewson of Pembroke, husband of Patricia Mathewson (nee Jones).  Father of Ken, Pinbrook; Michael (Dianne), Pembroke; Laurie Lafrance (Robert), Pembroke; and Jamie, Petawawa.  Papa to Jessica (Sam), Brady & Emily; Justin, Travis & Jesse; Joshuah (Jessica), Kristen & Tiffany; and...

Oct 4, 2018

SCHEUNEMAN, Marina Helen – passed away peacefully at Marianhill, Pembroke on Thursday, October 4, 2018 in her 76th year.

Marina Scheuneman (nee Wilke) of Pembroke, wife of the late Walter Scheuneman.  Dear mother of Bev Robichaud (Tony) and grandmother of Tiffany & Faith.  Sister of Manetta Hogan (late Allan), Abbie Wilkie (late Anna), Florence Schruder (late Harold), Evon Leech (Randy Hewitt)...

Oct 1, 2018

O’BRIEN, Sharon Lynn Elizabeth “Sherry” (nee Mitchell)

April 30, 1947 - October 1, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Sherry, after years of declining health. She leaves to mourn her son Bradley (Marlene); and her siblings, brother Robert (Leslie), sister Wendy (George) McCormick, brother Steven (Katherine) and brother Scott; as well as nieces and nephews. Also...

Sep 29, 2018

Sep 23, 2018

BURGESS, W. Peever - peacefully passed away at the Pembroke Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at the age of 90 years. 

Peever Burgess of Pembroke, dearly beloved husband of the late Betty Burgess (nee McIntosh) and by first marriage the late Milda Burgess (nee Kathen). Dear father of Anita Ming, Edmonton; David Burgess (Laurie), Pembroke; Elaine Davidson (Myles), Cobden;...

Sep 20, 2018

BRISCOE, Barbara Anne – passed away peacefully in her sleep, while on vacation in Ireland, on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at the age of 72 years.

Barbara Briscoe (nee Jones) of Pembroke, wife of the late Robert “Brian” Briscoe.  Dear mother of Frank Briscoe, Petawawa; and Doug Briscoe (Tracey), Constance Bay.  Cherished grandmother of Chelsea Briscoe; Kayla Chaput (Cody), Corbin, Kendra...

Sep 17, 2018

Sep 11, 2018

MORENCY, Deaurene V. – passed away at Marianhill, Pembroke on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 in her 90th year.

Deaurene Morency (formerly Parro, nee Wall) of Pembroke, born in Haley Station and formerly of Waltham, beloved wife of the late Edward Joseph “Andy” Morency (1995).  Survived by sons Patrick & Andre (Lucy) Morency of Pembroke; and four sons from a previous marriage,...

Sep 10, 2018

WARA, Karyn – passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, with her family by her side, on Monday, September 10, 2018 in her 52nd year.

Karyn Wara of Pembroke, beloved daughter of Marilyn (nee Clemo) and the late William Wara.  Dear sister of Nick Wara (Christine) & Shannon Wara, both of Pembroke.  Loving aunt of Kyle, and great-aunt of Madison. ...

Sep 7, 2018

GOSSE, Cyril – (Ottawa Valley Shrine Club, Masonic Lodge & Order of the Eastern Star; Retired, Canadian Armed Forces and Owner/Operator of Pembroke Catering Service) – passed away at his home on Friday, September 7, 2018 at the age of 79 years.

Cyril Gosse of Pembroke, husband of the late Sandra Gosse (nee Cochrane). Dear father of Kim Butler (Robert), Ottawa;...

Sep 6, 2018

CASSISTA, Michael – passed away at his home on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at the age of 52 years.

Michael Cassista of Pembroke, son of the late Donald & Rita Cassista (nee Scheuneman).  Nephew to Violet Lair (late Wilfred), Pembroke; and also survived by his cousins, extended family & friends.

Respecting Michael’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  A private family service will...

Aug 25, 2018

Parson, Shane L.

Went to be with his Lord and Saviour suddenly on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at the age of 50.

Devoted son of Laurence and Lynda Parson.  Brother of Grant Parson (Ottawa).  Predeceased by grandparents Ivor and Dorothy Winter and John and Evelina Parson.  Remembered by Aunt Jean Boyes and Uncle Gerald Parson.  Friend of George Johnson, Shelly Loback Moncion...