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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Guylaine Gervais
Annick S Millette
Charlette, Léo and Tari, No amount of words can express the pain that you are going through. Our deepest condolences for your loss. May Toni rest in peace.
Annick & Alain
Mark B
I was so sad to learn of Toni's passing , offering my deepest condolences to Toni's family. She was taken far too young. I had the pleasure of working and playing hockey with Toni in Toronto, she was such a kind and wonderful soul and I feel lucky to have known her. Rest in Peace Toni.
Liz Volk
Tari, sending my condolences to you and your family. Your sister sounded like an amazing person, very full of life and love. We are thinking about you at this difficult time.
Cynthia Lawrence
My deepest sympathies to you all. I grew up with Toni in Winnipeg. She was a such a fun sweet person then. Very saddened to hear of her passing. What an amazing life and an amazing legacy. Rest easy Toni.
Jenny
Rest in Peace Toni! Your infectious smile has influenced more lives than you will ever know!
Joanne and Richard Lemay
Our deepest sympathy, we don't have words to fully express just how sorry we are about your loss.
Joanne and Richard Lemay
Andrew
I worked with Toni; her intellect, good humour and dedication to getting things done to the highest standard will not soon be forgotten. Her untimely passing is a terrible tragedy, and a sad reminder of preciousness and fleeting nature of life. Rest in paradise, Toni.
David and Maggie Parsons
Dear Charlette, Leo and family,
We send you our deepest sympathies for the loss of your daughter Toni and our wish that you can gain strength and comfort over time with your memories of her incredible journey and the time you had with her. So very sorry for your loss.
Maggie & Dave
Heather Lobban
Toni was a beautiful person inside and out. It was my pleasure to know her and work with her for many years. My deepest sympathies to Leo and Charlotte, her sister and brother-in-law, her nephews and the rest of the family. We had many laughs and her bright light will never be forgotten. She must have been well loved to have been that happy and successful. She was loved at work, of that I am sure, and I was one if her colleagues that felt that way.
Toni was a beautiful soul! I am privileged to have had the opportunity to accompany her over the past few years. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Guylaine (nurse)