Passed away peacefully on July 22, 2024 at the age of 82. He leaves behind his children, Noah Kitcher and Micah Kitcher. Emmanuel was predeceased by his loving wife, Peggy Steel and daughter Adrianna Steel. Parents, Paul and Ellen, siblings, Elisheba, Paulina, Mary, Phoebe and Paul.
Emmanuel came to Canada in 1963 to study engineering at McMaster University and later pursued graduate studies at the University of Toronto. It was during his time at U of T that he met his future wife Peggy Steele. Upon conclusion of his studies, he relocated to Ottawa where he began what would be a 35 year career as a civil servant.
Not one to stand still, Emmanuel rose through the ranks while raising a family, teaching part time at Carleton University and Algonquin College, and leading many community initiatives. As one of the original builders at Lac McFee (Quebec), he served as president of the cottagers association for over a decade. Meanwhile, back in Carp he worked as a community organizer to develop a local recycling program.
Of his many accomplishments, Emmanuel's greatest pride was in the support he was able to give to those who worked and collaborated with him. Having lived through the struggles of building a life, family and career in Canada he always ensured that the door behind him was open for others to follow.
Family and friends are invited to the funeral on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, ON) at 2pm, followed by the burial. In memoriam, donations can be made to the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation.
Digital Guestbook
Lillian Kitcher
Meiz Majdoub
To Noah and Micah, condolences to you and your extended family. I got to know your Dad in the 1980s and he always provided good counsel. May he rest in peace
Ethel Harlley
My condolences to the entire Kitcher and extended family. May Emmanuel's soul rest in peace.
Yvonne Appiah
My condolences to you Noah and Micah on your loss. I met your father in the
1960s when I came to study
in Ottawa at Carleton University. I didn't see him often but always enjoyed his company. May he rest in peace.
Dr. Basil. Baeta
Emmanuel and I were related through our grandmothers in. Ada , Ghana . We pray the Lord’s Blessings are abundant for his children . May he rest in peace.
Philander Baddoo
My deepest sympathies to you Noah, Micah and Phoebe. May Emmanuel rest in perfect peace. All the Ghanaian community mourn with you. EMMA was a very formidable community member. We the older generation of Ghanaians started here with him. He will be missed, and we sorry to see him go so soon. RIP my Senior Brother.
Patricia Kitcher
My condolences to Noah, Micah and the entire Kitcher family for your loss. May you find peace in the Almighty God. May He console your heart and grant you the strength needed at this time. May Bro Dornu Emmanuel Kitcher find rest in the Lord. Rest in peace Demrefa dweh.
Martin Ayeduvor
RIP
DR SAM A KWOFIE
Emma's passing has inflicted a deep sense of sadness in our Ottawa, Ghanaian community. He was one of the treasured elders of our community. A lovely man, Emma was the ultimate gentleman. His gentle graceful demeanor was his greatest attribute. He will be deeply missed.
Ron Graner
We were proud to know him A great loss to the world.
To Noah and Micah
May God's peace and grace be with you always. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and the rest of the family. May God's comfort and love provide you with strength and healing. As you mourn the loss of your dear father, may the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard your hearts and minds.
The Kitchers ( Josiah, Janet, Lillian, John, James and Sarah )