It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Toni Deneige Duguay on September 1, 2022, at the age of 51 following a courageous battle with cancer.
Toni is survived by her parents, Charlette and Léo Duguay, her sister Tari Duguay (Jason Ng), her nephews Gradon and Rhys, her uncles and aunts (Robert and Joanne, Gerald and Diane, Henri), as well as her many cousins and extended family.
She was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba and later moved to Ottawa with her family and attended the University of Ottawa. In 1997, Toni earned her Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Studies and her Masters of Science in Space Studies from the University of North Dakota, while also obtaining her commercial pilot’s license and her instructor’s certification.
Upon graduation, Toni was employed by CAE in the flight simulator industry in Montreal. Following that, she worked for 17 years with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), during which time she served in Afghanistan.
She was an avid globe trotter, having travelled to Japan, Lebanon, Bali, India, Dubai, Morocco, a great deal of Europe and much of North America. It is with sadness she will not be joining her friends on their celebratory trip to France this month.
Toni was a committed athlete who enjoyed golf and hockey, as well as team handball in her younger years, where she met some of her dearest friends. Last season, she was a billet mom for one of the Ottawa 67s players and enjoyed a wonderful year with him and their amazing organization.
She was a devoted aunt to her two nephews, never missing a hockey game, a school activity or an opportunity to spend time with them.
Her family wishes to thank the Ottawa Cancer Centre and the Home and Community Care Support Services, whose assistance was invaluable in her time of need.
Friends, colleagues and relatives are invited to gather at the Sacred Space of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. in Ottawa, on Friday, September 9th after 9 a.m. A celebration of Toni’s life will be held at 10 a.m. followed by a reception in her honour. In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations may be made to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation for Cancer Research.
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Dwight Johnson
My deepest condolences. I will keep your family in my prayers!
Wayne & Linda Martell
So very sorry for your loss ,Charlette ,Leo & Family ! Sending our deepest condolences . Wayne & Linda Martell
Reina Brunet
Dear Charlette, Leo, Teri and family,
Allan and I are so sad to learn of Toni’s passing. It is so tragic for one’s life to end at such a young age. Yet, from what we read, she had accomplished a lot and that is admirable. We also noted the examples of her generous nature which made her a very special woman, your daughter. We send you our heartfelt condolences.
Reina Brunet and Allan Shabsove
Reina Brunet
Dear Charlette, Leo, Tari and family,
Allan and I are very sorry to learn about the passing of your beautiful daughter Toni at such a young age. Yet, she had accomplished so much which is admirable. Know that we are thinking of you and send our heartfelt condolences.
Reina Brunet and Allan Shabsove
Reina Brunet
Dear Charlette, Leo, Teri and family,
Allan and I are so sad to learn of Toni’s passing. It is so tragic for one’s life to end at such a young age. Yet, from what we read, she had accomplished a lot and that is admirable. We also noted the examples of her generous nature which made her a very special woman, your daughter. We send you our heartfelt condolences.
Reina Brunet and Allan Shabsove
Pierre Groulx
Sincers condoleances, Bon courage durant ce moment tres difficile
Nous pensons a vous
Monique & Pierre
Sylvia Boucher
Dear Charlette, Léo, Tari, and extended family, the loss of a daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and loved one is never easy, especially one with such wonderful accomplishments and so much more to give. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers so that you get through this difficult period and find once again your way through her memories.
John and Joanne Dathan
Charlette and Leo,
We wanted to pass on our condolences and to say how sorry we are for your loss. Toni had a long battle and reading about her tells the impact she had on so many. May she Rest In Peace.
Charlene
My deepest sympathies to Toni's family. I had an office beside Toni which was how we met and became friends. Toni was always so happy and positive and loved to share a laugh. Toni would often share stories of her adventures with her beloved nephews. Toni went above and beyond in her work keeping Canadians safe. She lived life to its fullest extent and loved even harder. May your memories of her and the amazing life she lived bring you comfort in the face of such a great loss. You are dearly missed Toni. xo
Words can’t express the sorrow over the loss of such a loving, vibrant, accomplished woman. Our hearts go out to you and your family. I am so very sorry for your loss.