Carla Sovran was born January 11, 1963, the youngest of five children and loving daughter of the late Americo (Al) and Mildred Sovran. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 8, 2023 at the Ottawa Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. She was the loving and adored wife of Stephen Challinor and the mother of her two fine young men; Mark Challinor (Caitlin Macdonald) and Ryan Challinor (Brianna Spulnick) who were always her inspiration, pride and joy. She was a devoted grandmother to her five grandchildren; Keeler, Brynn, Hudson, Ollie and Callum and cherished greatly her siblings Karen, Shelley (Dave), David (Ann) and the late Kerry. She will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews; Geoffrey, Emily, Scott, Sara, Paul, Lesley and Alan, Lindsay and Christopher and their partners as well as by seven grand nieces and nephews. She was a true daughter to her inlaws Marion and Tony Challinor and will be always in their hearts. Friendship was so important to Carla and she deeply wanted all her friends to know how much she loved them.
Carla was a vibrant, dynamic individual who enjoyed life and all it had to offer. She loved the outdoors, cycling, hiking and all aspects of health and nature. She had a passion for literature, music, art and was an avid reader and life long learner. Always keen to acquire new skills and knowledge, she was passionate about travel and study. She always saw and appreciated the beauty of the world around her. Those who knew Carla as an educator and teacher witnessed her devotion to her students and their development. She wanted to make a difference in their lives and worked tirelessly to do so.
The family would like to thank dedicated medical staff of the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre and all the other supportive and compassionate people who helped her and the family family through her 4 year journey.
Family and friends are invited to Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) for a Visitation on Thursday, May 18th, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 19th, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. (Carla requested attendees be colourfully attired and comfortable).
The family will receive condolences In Memory of Carla and donations in leu of flowers to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation - Cancer Research ohfoundation.ca would be most appreciated.
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Lydia Rampersad
Beth Kelly
My condolences to you & your family.
Beth & Tim
Elisabeth Boivin
Steve, mes plus sincères condoléances à toi, tes enfants, petits-enfants et toute ta famille. Je suis de tout coeur avec vous pendant ces moments difficiles.
Jennifer de Wet Turner
I was so sorry to hear this news. She was a truly lovely woman and I feel very honoured to have known her. My deepest condolences at this very difficult time.
Kevin and Marilyn O'Rourke
Steve, We were very sorry to hear about Carla's passing. Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Joe Conlan
Carla was always such a kind, loving, and, intelligent person. I deeply enjoyed the many conversations we had together over the years and valued and respected her opinion on a wide variety of things. She was a terrific person who will be missed terribly by those who knew her kind soul. Deepest of sympathies to Mark, Steve, Ryan and the rest of her family.
Kim Conlan
Our family was so very sad to hear that Carla had passed away. We’ve known her for a very long time, our boys grew up together and she was always the most wonderfully devoted mother. I loved her friendship, our shared cups of tea and her undeniable passion for learning. Any student that was lucky enough to have been in her class would have had known only her genuine dedication and kindness to others.
We send our love to you, Mark, Ryan and their loved ones. Please know our thoughts are with you at this terribly hard time. She was a truly wonderful lady and will be greatly missed.
Douglas Walker
This is shocking news and I send my sincere condolences to the family.
It is so sad when somebody so young leaves us with a full life ahead.
Eryka Callaghan
I am so sorry to hear of Carla’s passing. I feel blessed to have known her.
What an honour it is to have known
Carla at Queen Elizabeth P School.
She was an amazing teacher who cared about her students’ education, enjoyed sports and loved her family.
Condolences to everyone who knew her, especially Steve, Mark and Ryan. She will be missed dearly!