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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Judy Morris Dupont
Dear Peggy and family.
I am heartbroken in hearing this sad news. My thoughts are with you all during these difficult days. In time may memories bring you comfort. My condolences.
Gail Bracken
To Alexander’s entire Family, No words can be strung together to ever express sympathy or understand the incredible heartache you are experiencing at this time.
There will always be those incredible memories you have to hold your hearts together when it feels like it just isn’t possible to get past today.
Deepest condolences,
Gail (Montgomery) Bracken
Calgary/Nova❤️Scotia
Ally Czarnowski
Alex was always a bright, lovely, kind and smiling student. He will be incredibly missed by everyone at the Faculty. My deepest condolences.
Bruce Barteaux
So sorry to hear of this tragic loss. You "fought the good fight" Alex. Rest in peace and may your close & extended family & friends be comforted by the memories of a life well lived, albeit far too short.
Vincent Leonard
I would like to express my most sincere and heartfelt condolences. My thoughts are with the entire family in these difficult times.
Dennis and Judy Weiss
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family. We wish you the love and support during these times of sorrow.
Ryan Armitage
I went to High School with Alex and won an AYJ Rugby championship with him. Top notch guy, always kind and a great athlete. He will be missed.
Austin MacPherson
A great friend to all of us who went to law school with Alex. Alex's warm spirit and excellent humour will be missed by all. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Paul Detering and Robin McLaren
We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Alex. It's truly heartbreaking to see someone taken from us so young, especially when they leave behind a young family. My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. May you find strength and solace in the love and memories you shared with Alex, and may those memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
With heartfelt condolences, Paul and Robin
Thank you for being a great friend, we will all miss you Stewy. Fair seas.