With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on July 12, peacefully at home at the age of 84 surrounded by family. Denise joins Don to continue their adventures together. She will be missed by her son Drummond, daughters Michèle and Sarah (Mike) Abdelnour, grandchildren Alexandra, Victoria, Eric, Glenn, Jordy and Matthew, and great-grandchildren Chloe and Lila. Her sense of adventure led this prairie girl from rural Manitoba to Europe, Africa and most recently through Central America. The stories of her adventures will remain with us forever. She will be so missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 10:00AM. An interment will follow in the National Military Cemetery. For those not able to attend the service in person, you are welcome to attend the service through a livestream broadcast to celebrate the incredible life of Denise. To register for the livestream, please click on the link above to register.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Denise’s name to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Ottawa Humane Society.
Digital Guestbook
Nijyar Shemdin
Our sincere Condolences to…
Our sincere Condolences to Michelle, Sarah, and Drummond. Your Mom was the kindest and nicest person, always welcoming us with the warmest hug. She will be missed dearly but remain in our thoughts always..
Joan Smith
Denise and I enjoyed many experiences over the years from Real estate, early morning suuash games,and hosting a bridle shower for daughter Michelle. We had lots of fun and I will miss her.
A friend, Joan smith
Jeannine Jennings
My sympathy to the whole family. Denise was a good friend, always full of fun and very caring. She will be missed.
Harvey Brodkin
My condolences to the family. Denise will be missed by so many fellow skiers and travelers at Snowhawks, where since 2000 she made ski buddies and friends while enjoying the slopes in the Laurentians, Eastern Townships, Charlevoix, Vermont, BC and even Austria.
Graham Wilson
My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom, Granny. Denise and Don were always very welcoming and generous. Many great memories of them both.
Joanne Fraser
I am so sorry we are unable to join you in person tomorrow.
Our thought have been very much with you all the past few weeks.....I have so many wonderful memories over so many years to cherish.
My heartfelt sympathies to Drummond, Michell , Sarah and your families. You had such marvelous parents and I am so grateful that they were a part of my life.
Joanne
Caryl Colton
Auntie D ? !! Sending love and strength to my cousins Sarah, Michele and Drummond - your Coltons will be with you tomorrow, as always, to celebrate your Mommy’s life. Auntie and Uncle D both were amazing humans and we will carry their memory far and wide!! Amazing lives lived and three amazing children (super-cousins) to show for it and so much more!! We’re looking forward to joining you from Barry’s Bay tomorrow xoxoxox
Harold Bedoukian
I was so fortunate to be able to spend time with Denise and Anne earlier this year when they were in Fort Lauderdale.
Chris Winter
Vicky and I always will remember Denise for her warm smile and stories. A true adventurer of life and activity we where privilaged to share.
Dear Denise, I cannot fathom your unexpected departure after our lunch at Cora’s last May 15. Oh well. I am glad you are with Don. God bless your soul.