It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert (Rob/Bobby) Cléroux on March 6, 2026, at the age of 49. Rob will be missed by his wife of 22 years, Natalie and by his cherished daughters Karina and Mia. Predeceased by his father Robert and his mother Nicole (D’Amour), he will be laid to rest in their company.
Rob was a dedicated and proud police officer who served with honour for The Ottawa Police Service (OPS). He had and unwavering commitment to policing and was respected by his colleagues and members of the community.
Rob was extremely proud of his daughters. He was known for his unfailing smile and willingness to help everyone, he never thought twice about stepping in to assist anyone in need. He will be remembered with love by his extended family, his friends and many community members including his OPS family and other first responders.
Family and friends are invited to pay respects and visit the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa on;
-Friday March 20th from 2:00 to 4:00pm;
-Saturday March 21st from 2:00 to 4:00pm
-Sunday March 22nd after 9:00am. until service time.
Funeral Service will be held in the Sacred Space on Sunday March 22nd at 11:00am.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Ottawa First Responders Foundation.
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Farhad Motamedi
Alexandre Boily
Mes sincères condoléances.
Joanne & Denis St-Georges
Sincères condoléances à toute sa famille.
Mireille LeVoguer (Saumure) et mes enfants
Natalie, Karina et Mia,
je tiens à vous offrir mes plus sincères condoléances. Je pense à vous avec beaucoup de tendresse et vous souhaite courage et réconfort dans ces moments si douloureux.
Stella Basque
Mes sincères condoléances Natalie, Mia, Karina, à la famille d’Amour, Cléroux ainsi qu’à tous ses proches.
Marty Sabourin
To some you were Bobby, to others Rob, but to me you'll always be Bob. The news of your passing hit me hard buddy. It's hard to believe you're gone. We didn't see each other as often anymore but I was comforted to know that you were there. I'm grateful we got to spend some time together in recent years. I will miss you man. Our friendship spawned during our high school years - boy did we have fun! So many memories. Tonight I found a photo of us and some of our boys during grad night back in '94, we were all arm in arm...well brother, my arm will always be around you.
My deepest condolences to Natalie and the girls during this very difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
Hany Rizkalla
My sincerest condolences to the Cleroux family. Bobby was a great man and an amazing police officer. He touched the lives of many, You will be greatly missed and never forgotten. May you rest in peace my friend.
Mike & Genevieve Herzog
Our deepest sympathies, our deepest respect, and our support always / all ways. Thank you Bobby for your service to our community. Our love and support to family, OPS Members, and all those impacted.
Brian Robitaille
Bobby and I worked together back in the day at St. Laurent recreation complex when it opened in the late 90s. We kept in touch when I worked as a paramedic, and then again working at the Respite Center on McArthur during the pandemic. There I got to see him frequently during COVID…he knew all the local characters. I loved the way he could connect with the myriad citizens of Vanier. Rob came to my rescue a couple of times in those days, when sh*t hit the fan. And occasionally Bob would drop by the Centre to check in...it always gave me a great sense of reassurance that he was in the area and had our backs. You left a mark in my heart, Bobby, and others.
Martin Corneau
Condolences to the family and friends. RIP Bobby. Thank you for taking care of my family when my mother passed away.
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to your family.