It is with broken hearts that the family of Courtney Lynn Gardiner announces her sudden passing on August 21, 2024. Born on April 22, 1992 in Ottawa, Ontario, she is the precious daughter of Karen Vallevand and the late Jeffrey Gardiner and stepdaughter of Michel Bélec. She is also the cherished granddaughter of William Vallevand and the late Janet Vallevand, the late Winfield and late Betty Gardiner and the late Ovide and late Yolande Bélec. She is greatly missed and will forever be remembered by her sisters Jenna Gardiner and Kelly Gardiner, her brother, Nicolas Bélec, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, cousins and friends.
Courtney touched everyone who knew her. She lit up a room with her smile and infectious laughter. She had a heart of pure gold and cared deeply for her family and friends. She was fiercely independent and very hardworking, most recently as a screening officer at the Calgary airport and for 12 years before that she was a talented hair stylist who loved working at Suite 13 salon. She was always up for fun adventures like hikes in the Gatineau Park and in the Alberta Rocky Mountains and going for long runs - she was so proud to have run a half marathon as a tribute to her Dad on Father’s Day, having trained and run all by herself in 2020. Some of her favourite times were spent at her family cottage on Wolfe Island, trips with her sisters and friends to Las Vegas and kicking up her heels at the Calgary Stampede. Courtney was a joy to be around, had a soft spot for animals, and she gave the best hugs.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Courtney’s life at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 1:00 pm. A reception will follow. For those who wish, donations may be made in her memory to Diabetes Canada, Ottawa Humane Society, or the charity of your choice.
“Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we loved. Where there is deep grief, there was great love.”
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Rosalind Reay
Lesley Kimble
My heart breaks for you all at the loss of Courtney. No doubt you will all have many wonderful memories of her, which will help you find your way through this most difficult time. Thankfully you all have each other to lean on for support - although it doesn’t make it better, it does make the hurt just a little
easier to bear! I will keep you all
in my prayers.
Marcel Neron
So very sorry for loss. My deepest condolences to the family.
Gurbir bhatti
Really sorry for the big loss. I m praying for the whole family to get through this difficult time.
Jocelyn
We are heartbroken to hear of Courtney’s passing. She was a pure soul and was genuinely so well liked amongst coworkers. Many sincere condolences to her family and friends at this difficult time ❤️
Cathy Corcoran
Sending condolences to all of Courtney’s family. I’m heartbroken for you. Courtney- what a spirit you were. I enjoyed all over conversations and loved following your adventures in Calgary. You truly were a special special person. Im sure your dad is taking care of you now. Rest in peace sweet sweet girl.
Clarisse
I had a pleasure working with Courtney. I will always remember her laughter and her voice. She was a sweetheart. Heaven gained an angel. You will truly be missed. Rest in paradise, Court. 🤍🪽
Varun ambika sasidharan
I have worked in airport for 2 years. Always in morning shift,we used to work together. She had a very heart full attitude to everyone. Always helping. Always pleasant.
Still Couldn't believe she left us. Forever greatful to her heart and you guys for raising such a kind heart..
Hailey Blanchard
Much love in your time of grieving. Courtney was a lovely girl and a pleasure to work with. I wish you all the best in these days going coward.
Anna Gibbs
Dear Karen, My heart breaks for you, your family and everyone who loved your sweet daughter. Gone too soon and too young. I’m so sorry for your pain and loss.
Such a beautiful heart and soul. Sending love to Karen and the entire family. 🤍