It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Kruse, age 54, who passed away peacefully on August 30, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at the Ottawa Hospital after a courageous battle with bile duct cancer.
Jennifer was happiest when preparing a big meal for a house full of the people she loved. No matter how big the occasion, she was always up early in the kitchen preparing a meal from scratch. Her relentless drive to make sure everyone around her was happy, fed, and taken care of will never be forgotten. The love and compassion she showed towards her family and friends was also displayed during her many years as a nurse, where she took a great amount of pride in being able to care for others.
Jennifer will be deeply missed by her husband Denis, and her three children Cedric, Sacha, and Ella. She will also be missed by her dog Marty, who never left her side throughout her illness.
We would like to extend our most sincere gratitude to all the staff at the Ottawa Hospital who provided exceptional care to our beloved Jennifer. You truly ensured that she was treated with expertise and compassion, while providing support to our family in our most difficult times.
Friends and family are invited to her Celebration of Life at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) on Saturday, September 9 beginning at 9:00am, Ceremony at 10:00am, followed by a reception.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made in her name to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation – Cancer Research.
Digital Guestbook
Clare Booth
The Beauvais Family
Denis, Cédric, Sacha, and Ella,
Jennifer was an amazing person. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. Sending hugs
Sarah Strickland
Denis- you and your family are in my thoughts. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Germain Brodeur and Mimi Whalen
Sincères sympathies à toute la famille, Jennifer était notre petite voisine d’en face à Gaspé. On est vraiment désolé.
Wallace Family
Our deepest condolences and May she rest in eternal peace! Your are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time!
Monik Graham
Denis, Cedric, Sacha, and Ella I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Jennifer was an incredible person with an open heart full of compassion. She so easily opened herself to others and for this she made the world such a wonderful place. I'll never forget how she welcomed me and my family into her warmth.
With love, Monik, Miguel, Alexandra, Nicholas and Chance.
Tim Connolly
I am so very sorry to hear about Jennifer’s passing. A wonderful person who will be very missed. My deepest condolences to you.
Bruce Burns
Denis, I can't tell you how saddened I am to hear about your loss. Please accept my condolences for you and your children. Bruce
Helene Fridman
I haven't met Jennifer, but I know her brother Philip and no doubt she had the same warm heart and generosity in her DNA. She left our world far too early, this is so sad. My thoughts and condolences to her family.
Catherine Forse
Denis - Words cannot express how saddened I am to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences.
I am so sorry for your loss, Denis. My thoughts are with you and your family.