Passed away peacefully at the Red Oak Retirement Residence in Ottawa, on Wednesday, May 1st; at the age of 87. The beloved husband of 62 years to Barbara Joy McLaren (nee Nedved). Proud father of his two sons John (Simone) and Geoff. Cherished grandfather of Jamie, Matthew, Brittni and Christopher and great-grandfather of Bennett, Nora, Will and Wes. Brother of Joan Sample and Brother-in-law of Bruce Nedved. George was predeceased by his parents George and Pearl McLaren and by his sister Phyllis Strong. He will be fondly remembered by many cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends. George was a man of many talents and would stop and offer help to anyone in need, he will be greatly missed.
Family and friends are invited to Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) on Saturday, May 25, 2024, for a Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until time of Interment at 11:00 a.m. at Beechwood Cemetery. For those who would like to make a donation in George’s memory, you may do so towards The First Baptist Church Arnprior, MS Canada or to Parkinson’s Canada.
Digital Guestbook
Ruth Knight-Bowes
Melanie knight
Always above kind man/uncle.
You will be missed 💕
William Knight
George was a kind uncle/cousin, and was always there for our family. I will miss him.
Susan Knight Ward
Beloved husband of Barbara and an integral member of our family for many years, George always helped out. I remember fondly his creation of individual art pieces from a greater, larger piece of work my sister, Katherine had painted. George cut up the piece, isolating each gourd, then framed each piece with matching wood. These individual pieces were dispersed amidst us siblings and are handsome pieces of art by themselves. I also remember him helping my Dad do the framing of the downstair bedrooms in the house on Beaverton when Dad was finishing the downstairs and making bedrooms for each of us. George was a real handyman and created the address sign at my parent's cottage 32 Chemin Heron. He and Barbara often opened their home to us for Christmas dinners and extending their warm hospitality. He will be greatly missed.
Julie Knight Bregenhoj & Chris Bregenhoj
I met George when I was a child kindly invited to our eldest cousin Barbara Joy Nedved’s wedding to George Mclaren. When I look back at the photos today what a handsome man George was.
We lived in Montreal then & visited Grandpa & Grandma Knight in Ottawa quite regularly. I have great memories of George & Barbara having garden lunches with us at my Uncle Derek & Auntie Joan’s home. I took my husband Chris to meet all the family there & George & Barbara included. My memories of George were that he was very much an integral part of our extended family along with his wife Barbara. George was a wonderful Dad to their two sons John & Geoffrey and loving husband to his wife Barbara. George was very helpful to my grandparents & the rest of the family in Ottawa. May George rest in peace. Lots of love to cousin Barbara & our condolences.
Katherine Knight
I loved being the flower girl for Barbara and George 62 years ago. George loved being outdoors and solving do it yourself challenges that involved making, adjusting, maintaining and creating. Our families spent many Sunday dinners together and holiday gathering. Thank you for your steady presence.
Gary and Suzanne Coulas
We are so sad to have to say goodbye to such a wonderful long time friend. George was always the first one to offer his help, fix things, and do special projects.
Everywhere we look in our home we see the many things he did and the beautiful memories we made with him.
We will miss you dear friend.
Rest in Peace George, until we meet again.
We send our sincere condolences to Barbara and family.
Mark Ken Bradley and Camille Beaufort, Maxim and Tianna......
George has been there my whole life as a quiet but big man,,,big in heart and wisdom. My Family and I are sending all our Love and prayers and condolences to all of George's extended family. He will always be in our hearts.
Chris Mclaren
Thank you for the knowledge and strength grandpa!! Wish you a peaceful rest ❤️
Bruce Nedved
George was a true Gentleman.
George was a quiet man, always ready to help, and typically the man behind the camera for our family photos. Love & condolences to all of his family. Ruth