It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Terry Jaja at the age of 70 in Ottawa, Ontario.
Terry faced his battle with cancer with remarkable strength and resilience, surrounded by his loving family until his last breath. He was a beloved husband, a devoted father and father-in-law, a faithful brother, a cherished uncle, and the proudest grandfather.
He is survived by his adoring wife, Diane, with whom he shared a lifetime of pure love and devotion. Terry will be deeply missed by Diane, their children Frederick (Marie-Josée), Christopher (Kristen), and Jessica, and their grandchildren Jasmine, Dalia, Benjamin, and William. They were his pride and joy, and his guidance and affection enriched their worlds immeasurably.
In addition to his immediate family, Terry leaves behind in Lebanon his mother, Maria Semaan (late Farid Elabed), his brothers Anthony (Nahia) and Raymond (Vivianne), his sisters Asmahan (late Salim) and Salwa (Miled), along with many cherished uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and colleagues who will forever hold his memory dear in their hearts.
Terry brought kindness, wisdom, and laughter to the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him. His legacy of generosity and community-building will continue to resonate within our hearts. While we mourn his loss, we find solace in knowing that he is now at peace.
Friends are invited to pay respects at the Sacred Space of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa on Thursday April 4th from 4:00 to 6:00pm and 7:00 to 9:00pm. Funeral Service will be held Friday April 5th at Saint Charbel Maronite Catholic Church, 245 Donald St, Ottawa, ON at 11:00am followed by interment at Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, ON
In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
Danielle Dionne-Wosu
Lyne Danis
Mes sincères sympathies à toi Jessica et à toute ta grande famille! Mes pensées sont avec vous tous!
Janie-Claude et Marc-André
Chers Fred, Marie, Jasmine et Dalia,
Nous sommes tellement attristés pour vous. Nos pensées vous accompagnent pendant ces moments éprouvants. L’amour de votre père, beau-père et grand-père adoré ne mourra jamais. Il sera toujours avec vous, différemment.
Nos plus sincères condoléances à toute la famille Jaja.
Gros gros câlins xox
Nouhad Khalife
What a sad news 😢 Cousin Our deepest condolences to Diane and to the entire family. May God rest his soul in heaven and gives you and his family strength and support .Christ is risen 🙏🙏🥲💔🙏✝️🕯
Gwenaëlle Salaün ,Randy Miller et la famille
Chères Diane , Jess , chers Frederic ,Khristopher et toute la famille,
C’est avec tristesse que nous apprenons le décès de Terry , votre époux aimant et aimé , Papa adoré et Grandpapa comblé.
Merci d’accepter nos sincères condoléances et pensées chaleureuses . Puissent-elles vous accompagner dans ces moments douloureux.
Au doux souvenir de Terry,
Gwen, Randy, Morganne, Camille et Stivell
Al & Carole
We were saddened by the passing of Terry. He was a Gentlman and a wonderful community member with great sense of humour. He became a member of our family when his son Chris married our daughter Kristen. She loved Terry and enjoyed family visits with him. He will dearly missed. Rest in peace Terry.
Maria Marcantonio
Diane,
Our hearts go out to you and your Family. Our deepest condolences. Terry’s warm smile and friendly personality will be missed. Maria & Tony
Tony & Amale Najm
Our beautiful cousin,
we will never forget you. Your memories will remain with us forever. Not enough words can describe the loss we are experiencing. May your soul rest in peace.
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Tony & Amale Najm
Our beautiful cousin,
we will never forget you. Your memories will remain with us forever. Not enough words can describe the loss we are experiencing. May your soul rest in peace.
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Mariette Gauvreau
La perte d'un être aimé n'est jamais facile, tu as fini de souffrir mon beau Terry. Mon coeur est avec toi Diane ainsi que les enfants et toute la famille Jaja, la famille Parent ainsi que tout les amis, bon courage!💕
The world lost one of its finest gems of a soul. He was couragrous, kind, gracious, and generous to a fault. He had a great sense of humor and could tell a story as if you were one of the few privy to an inside joke. He was a true gentleman, and to know him was a privilege.
Deepest condolences to his wife Diane, his children, Frederick, Christopher, Jessica, and to all those who loved him.
Rest in peace, Terry.
You earned it.
With love, Danielle, Len, OJ, and Roxanne