It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our cherished Hannah after a courageous 2 year battle with breast cancer. She leaves behind her loving fiance, David Barclay and her devoted family; her mother, Cynthia McDonald, her father, Tom Defalco and her brother Alex Defalco (Victoria). In addition, Hannah is beloved by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends too numerous to mention individually.
While her time with us was sadly cut short, in her 28 years Hannah lived a rich and expressive life. Her beaming smile might have been the first thing many people noticed, but it was her ability to make people feel comfortable and accepted that was one of her true gifts. Her drive for new exeriences was expressed through her participation in the aerials and circus community, while her love of her passport and adventures brought her around the world. However it was here, closest to home, that her love for others may be seen in the rich circle of friends she knew since childhood, who still count her as a close and dear friend.
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life at Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Ave., Ottawa, ON) on Thursday, February 8th from 4-7pm. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Center or Oncology Department where Hannah received excellent and compassionate care.
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Nancy Neville
On behalf of the whole Neville family, I wish to extend to Hannah's closest loved ones, and to the Defalco and MacDonald families at large, our deepest condolences at the sad news of Hannah's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doreen (Doe) Langstaff
An angel has been called home. Celebrate your loving memories of her often.
Marie St-Clair
Cynthia, I am so sorry for your lost, only good memories will go on ❤️. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Patrick Robblee
Cynthia, Tom, Alex and family, I would like to expess my families sincerest condolences on the passing of your daughter Hanna. I have known Hanna since she was still in grade school. Hanna was a sweet young lady and was taken from this earth way to early.
Kyle Law
My sincere condolences to Hanna's family and friends. My thoughts are with you.
Kevin Muldoon
Cynthia, Tom and Alex; please accept our deepest and most sincere condolences. No words can describe this, our hearts go out to you all. Kev and Merv
Ana Genio
My deep condolences to David Barclay, her mother, Cynthia, her father, Tom and her brother Alex and all the ones that loved and cared for this beautiful bright soul. Your caring love was visible and kept her in tight embrace that eased her journey to the other side.
I wish that her presence and soul force will remain in our hearts forever.
Sebastien Denizé
Sincere condolences. Hannah lit up every room she has ever walked in and exuded positive energy in every interaction, she will be missed.
Richard Ernst and Hafida El Bilali
Our deep condolences for your loss. I remember her consistent enthusiasm and energy when she was playing soccer with the Gloucester Dragons.
Cynthia, Tom, and Alex, you are all in our thoughts at this difficult time... Carry Hannah always in your hearts. 💜