With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Doreen in Ottawa on Saturday, April 29th, surrounded by family. Born January 14, 1931 in Halifax, NS. Predeceased by her devoted husband Jack, retired Lieutenant Commander, CD,RCN and Canadian Forces, her beloved sister Eileen Gilhen and her brothers Jimmy, Frederick and Melville. She leaves her loving children Debra Wyllie (late Ian), Brenda Smith (John) and Derek Moss. Dear grandmother to Jeffrey Wyllie (Rebecca), Jillian Jones, Christopher Wyllie(Lindsay), Scott and Leah Di Domenico and GG to Alison and Carter Jones and James and Ben Wyllie.
Also survived by her sisters-in-law Jean Wootton(John), Shirley Moss, Fay Jermyn(Tom) and many nieces and nephews.
Thank you to the wonderful caregivers at Longfields Manor, where Doreen's love of music and her easy smile and laughter will be missed. As per Mom's wishes there will be no memorial service. She will rest at Beechwood Military Cemetery alongside Dad.
Memorial donations to a favourite charity or local food bank appreciated.
I just stumbled upon this sad news. Such fond memories of your mom and her kind nature. I loved her smile and her mischievous side. She certainly brought a smile to my face whenever we spoke and she is lovingly remembered.