Alex Stewart, 38, of Halifax, Nova Scotia passed away 28 April 2024, in Kanata, Ontario after an aggressive 2.5-year battle with esophageal cancer. Born on 23 May 1985, Alex is survived by his loving spouse, Ashley, his cherished daughters, Aubrey and Anna, his parents Kenneth and Margaret “Peggy” Stewart, and his brother Kyle (Yuna), as well as his niece Noa.
Alex fiercely loved his family and took great joy in watching his daughters grow and understood how precious the time he spent with them was. Alongside Ashley, they proudly graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada in 2010 and they have both served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 18 years. Alex is a third generation RMC graduate, with his father, paternal uncles, and paternal grandfather all being CAF veterans. In 2021, Alex was accepted into the Military Legal Training Plan and dedicated the last 2 years to pursuing his law degree at the University of Ottawa to fulfill his dream of becoming a legal officer. His leadership and camaraderie will be remembered by all who had the privilege of serving alongside him.
Apart from his military service and career, Alex had a passion for being a hockey goalie, and playing WarHammer. He also had a love-hate relationship with the Toronto Maple Leafs. His dedication to his hobbies reflected his commitment to excellence both on and off the “field.”
Alex will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Family will receive friends in the Hall of Colours of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, on Thursday 9 May from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 pm. Funeral service will be held in the Sacred Space of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre on Friday 10 May at 1:00 pm with guests requested to arrive no earlier than 12:30 pm. Reception will follow at Stittsville Legion, 1481 Main St, no earlier than 4:30 pm. The funeral will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person. Please register here for the live stream. Military members are invited to wear DEU-1D (ribbons) to the visitation and DEU-1A (medals) to the funeral. As per Alex’s request, all other guests are encouraged to wear something of colour and avoid black. Cremation and private burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society.
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Gertie McIntosh campbell
Allen Stewart
Words cannot express the sadness we feel at the loss of such a terrific nephew. It was a joy watching you grow from a wee babe to a young naval officer to a terrific husband and father. May your seas be calm and your winds favourable as you sail away to your final destination.
Ian Greenwood
I had the great pleasure of both a shipmate and a team mate of Alex.
He was the best kind.
He was kind, funny and always treated everyone with the same respect.
I thought I was overly competitive until I played hockey with Alex. He took losses extra hard. Maybe it’s a goalie thing.
I hope the family finds comfort in the fact that he was so well respected and loved.
My sincere condolences.
Thank you Alex for the great memories.
Rest easy old friend.
- Ian Greenwood.
Francis and Kathie Bognar
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family; may he rest in peace.
Beth and Andy McIntosh
Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. please know you are in our thoughts and hearts at such a tragic time.
Lawrence And Pamela Stevenson
Our thoughts are with the family. Such a fine young man taken from the world much too soon. Our deepest condolences
Jennifer Kliem
Great memories sailing together on Yellowknife! You will be missed my friend. Rest easy
André Gariépy
My hearfelt condolences to his family and freinds in this lasting moment of great loss. A Sailor's Blessing in tribute to a family freind and outstanding Naval (RCN) Officer gone too soon..❤️
"May the seas lie smooth before you. May a gentle breeze forever fill your saills. May sunshine warm your face, And kindness warm your soul."
God speed...God bless
Rest in Peace Alex ❤️
Maggie Fagan
My thoughts are with the entire family. My heartfelt condolences.
Teresa McIntosh Bass
My dear cousin ,my heart goes out to you and your family, my sincere condolences 🙏 Love Teresa ❤️
Your loss is felt through out the McIntosh family on PEI. God bless you all