June Holmes, 75, of Ottawa died suddenly on October 28th after a brief illness. She was born in the last four minutes of June in 1947 to Antanas and Veronika Rasimavicius of Verdun, Quebec. June was a loving and most supportive mother and mother-in-law to Glenn and Barb of Orangeville and Allison of Ottawa; the proudest possible Nana of Lauren and Connor; and a most special Ninja and Wise Elder to Astyn. She was dearly, even fiercely, loved by them all and is already missed beyond words. June was a single parent who put her children ahead of everything and who was always so proud of their accomplishments. She loved to celebrate holidays and lived for a good laugh. She was loved and respected by so many and she enjoyed life-long friendships that continued for decades. Our world is a little less bright for her having passed. Always believing that she had something to share, June never failed to sponsor MSF, WorldVision, and The War Amps, and donations in her memory to any of these would be greatly appreciated. And when you see a Salvation Army kettle this winter, please drop in a twenty and think of her. You’d have made her smile a little brighter. A Celebration of Life will take place at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, ON) on Saturday, November 5th, 2022 at 10am.
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Laurie and Max Reim
Kate Angell
Dear Allison, Glenn, Barb, Lauren and Connor,
I am deeply sorry for your loss - June was a remarkable person, full of kindness and laughter. She was genuinely interested in everyone she met, and a tower of strength for all who were fortunate enough to know her. David and I send you our heartfelt condolences - we are keeping you in our thoughts, and hope that, with time, your many wonderful memories of June will bring you comfort and peace.
Susan Orr
My deepest condolences to her immediate and extended family. She was my brother Glen and my babysitter growing up in Verdun for a couple of years, reconnecting when another friend from Verdun joined the St. George’s family. Her profound dedication to her career, family and friends was to be admired. R I P June.
Stéphanie Mireault
Dear Allison, Glenn, Barb, Lauren and Connor,
I am so sorry to hear that our dear June has passed. I will always remember her kindness, laughter, generosity and big heart. June will be missed by everyone. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Stéphanie
Alexandra Dernis
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember June's kindness and generosity during my first years at St George's. She always had a smile and good pieces of advice to share.
My sincere condolences.
Julie et Roland Madou
Plus on connaissait June, plus on l’appréciait. Son sourire et sa gentillesse étaient contagieux. Quand elle pouvait aider les autres, elle n’hésitait pas. Et surtout, elle était plus qu’une mère merveilleuse pour sa fille Allison, elle était aussi une irremplaçable amie.
Très chère Allison, nous comprenons et partageons ton désarroi, mais nous pouvons témoigner que tu as fait preuve d’un dévouement vraiment exceptionnel envers ta maman. Tu n’aurais pas pu la rendre plus heureuse, et cela doit être une grande source de consolation. Bon courage !
Josée Lacombe
Chers Allison & Glenn,
Je vous offre mes plus sincères condoléances pour le décès de votre mère.
June a joué un rôle important à l’école St-Georges. Elle était toujours à l’écoute des enfants et était de bon conseil pour les enseignants. De plus, elle aimait la vie et sa bonne humeur était contagieuse.
Mes pensées accompagnent toute votre famille en ces moments difficiles.
Vida Turner
I am so sorry to hear of June's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It is never easy to lose a parent. Cherish your precious memories of your mother. They will comfort you and live forever in your hearts.
Noreen Tansey-Lee
Dear Allison, Glenn, Barbara, Connor and Lauren,
We were all so fortunate to have had June in our lives, her love, sense of humor, kindness, devotion to her job and to all her friends made her truly a unique and incredibly special person. We will miss her. I know that we have been made better people by our closeness to her and the influences that she had on us.
Much love,
Noreen, Don, Laura and Dean
Allison MacDougall
Dear Allison,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family.
My thoughts are with you as you navigate this time of sorrow.
Wishing your strength,
Alli
Dear Allison,
We are so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing and sending you and your family our deepest condolences. June held a very special place in our hearts. She was our “go to” when our kids were at St. G. and we always loved hearing from her even after we all graduated. She was an incredibly kind, patient and giving person and the world was definitely blessed to have her in it. Sending you hugs and strength.