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Submitted by masterfunerald… on Thu, 03/18/2021 - 02:12:PM

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dr. Denis Cyr at The Ottawa Hospital on March 12, 2021 at the age of 68.

He was the beloved husband of 39 years of Halina (née Gadomski) and the devoted father of Liana, Philippe (Rong Emily Wang) and Nicholas.

He is predeceased by his cherished parents Gertrude (née Constantin) and Alfred Cyr.

He leaves his dear brothers and sisters: Pierre Cyr (France), Gisèle Cyr, Louis Cyr, Julie Cyr Folino (Pino), Monique Cyr (Louis), as well as his nieces and nephews. He also leaves members of his extended family in Canada, the United States, Europe and China.  

Born in Montreal, he graduated from McGill University (Master of Science) before attending the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto and spent most of his career as a chiropractor in Blackburn Hamlet, Ottawa. He so enjoyed his profession that he once said he wished he could go back and do it all again. He will be remembered by his patients for his dedication and his constant smile. 

Recognized as a man with a big and caring heart, he brought joy and healing to many people. He lived a life filled and fulfilled by what he loved to do and anchored in his devotion to family.   

Despite a courageous effort, he lost his battle against leukemia and its complications in under 3 months of his initial diagnosis.

A Gathering to celebrate Denis Cyr will take place in the Sacred Space at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre on Saturday, September 25th, 2021. Friends and Family are invited to gather for visitation after 1 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service starting at 2p.m. followed by inurnment in the columbarium. Due to COVID restrictions and limited space available please reserve your seat at the ceremony attendance by Clicking Here . The event will also be live streamed - Click here to register and obtain a secure link to the livestream.

For those who wish, donations to organizations related to heart health or cancer care and prevention would be appreciated. In memory of Dr. Cyr, consider contributing to community organizations that make a difference in the daily lives of children, families, seniors and / or people with disabilities so that they can enjoy and fully participate in their communities.

Daughter Liana Cyr with support from family and friends arranged a beautiful tribute in Vancouver B.C. where she is living. The Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus), a tree in the VanDusen Botanical Garden, is dedicated to Denis Cyr.

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C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous annonçons le décès soudain du Dr. Denis Cyr à l’Hôpital d’Ottawa le 12 mars 2021 à l’âge de 68 ans.

Il était l’époux bien-aimé de 39 années de Halina (née Gadomski) et le père dévoué de Liana, Philippe (Rong Emily Wang) et Nicholas.

Il est prédécédé de ses parents adorés Gertrude (née Constantin) et Alfred Cyr.

Il laisse ses chers frères et sœurs; Pierre Cyr (France), Gisèle Cyr, Louis Cyr, Julie Cyr Folino (Pino), Monique Cyr (Louis), ainsi que plusieurs neveux et nièces. Il laisse également les membres de sa famille étendue au Canada, les États-Unis, l’Europe et la Chine.  

Née à Montréal, il était un gradué de l’Université McGill (Maitrise en Sciences) avant de s’enrôler au Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College de Toronto et a effectué l'essentiel de sa carrière de chiropraticien à Blackburn Hamlet, Ottawa. Bienheureux de sa profession, il n’aurait rien fait de différent si tout était à recommencer. Ses patients se souviendront de lui pour sa dévotion et son sourire permanent. 

Reconnu comme un homme sympathique au grand cœur, il apporta de la joie et une guérison apaisante à de nombreuses personnes. Il vécu une vie remplie et épanouie par ce qu’il aimait faire et ancrée dans son dévouement à sa famille.   

Malgré une lutte courageuse, atteint de leucémie, il perd son combat seulement à peine 3 mois de son diagnostique initial.  

Une Célébration privée de la vie de Denis Cyr aura lieu samedi le 25 septembre 2021 en l'Espace sacrée du Centre commémoratif national Beechwood à 14h. suivie de la mise en niche de l'urne. Étant donné les restrictions et limites d'invités SVP réserver votre place à la Cérémonie avec Ce Lien. Pour ceux qui désirent être présents virtuellement, veuillez vous enregistrer ici pour obtenir le lien à la diffusion web en direct. 

Pour ceux qui le désirent des dons aux organismes reliés à la santé cardiaque ou contre le cancer seraient appréciés. En mémoire du Dr. Cyr, envisagez contribuer à des organismes communautaires qui font une différence dans le quotidien d’enfants, de familles, de personnes âgées et/ou défavorisées afin qu’ils/elles puissent continuer de participer à leurs communautés.

Sa fille, Liana Cyr, avec le soutien de parents et amis on mis en place une belle commémoration à Vancouver, où elle demeure. Un arbre Styrax du Japon (Styrax japonicus) est dédié à Denis Cyr aux Jardins botaniques VanDusen.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/20/2021 - 12:03:PM

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Wes Govenlock Sr

"Hi Neighbour!" This is the energetic friendly greeting I have received numerous times from Denis over the years since 1993. I miss it! I miss him! Denis was an awesome man, neighbour, trustworthy friend, caring doctor, proud father, hard working active individual, always helpful, very sincere, quick to share and give, full of cheerful humour; there is no end to the fond memories pouring out of my saddened mind. Denis would think nothing of giving a helpful hand when needed, become my Chiropractor, be a friendly bouncing board, always pop out with many funny comments, together we would spontaneously sing out back and forth, yard to yard, "You load 16 tons, and what do you get? Another day older and deeper in debt? St Peter don't you call me, cause I can't go I owe my soul to the Company Store".
I know of no other person that deserves more to be in "The arms of an Angel right now", may Denis "Find some comfort here".
Bless Denis and His great Family. "Hi Denis - Miss You!"

Wes and Gail Govenlock
Neighbour, friend and patient

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/20/2021 - 12:18:PM

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Pierre Groulx et Famille

C'est avec grand chagrin que nous apprenons le deces de Denis.
Depuis plus de 30 ans Denis etait plus qu'un Chiro pour ma famille,
il etait un ami et un confident.
Nos sinceres condoleances a la famille Cyr

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/20/2021 - 12:31:PM

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Jillian Zelmer

I will miss you Dr. Cyr! Thank you so much for your care over the years!

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Madeleine Grondin

My deepest sympathies Halina and all family members. Such a deep loss!
I have worked as a massage therapist for 12 years in Blackburn and Dr. Cyr was always there if I needed if I needed to refresh on some scientific information or if my back needed a quick chiropractic adjustment. I will remember him most for his devotion to his clients. And as a therapist, for accepting me the way I was, interested in less conventional techniques and referring the clients who could benefit from them. A great man who made a difference! He gave all he had, even when we could see him very tired. Blessings to all who loved him and who will miss his joyful presence!

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Mike Maehder

A visit to Dr. Cyr was always good for the body and the soul. For over twenty years he would greet me by saying “How’s the man?” We would chat and laugh, and what always came through was how much he loved his practice, his patients and especially his family. We are all extremely fortunate to have known such a truly wonderful man.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/20/2021 - 01:38:PM

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Bob Mill

Dear Cyr family - I was shocked to learn of Denis's passing. I had not been in his office the last few months because of COVID and I didn't even know he was ill. I had been his patient for thirty years and, like so many of his patients, I had developed great personal rapport with him. Not only did he help me immensely with my back, he was a terrific guy to be with. Always so positive, so competent and with such a great sense of humour. We will remember him forever. My family (also his patients) join me in offering our most sincere condolences to you and to his dedicated staff.

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Chantal Pothier

This breaks my heart! What a great caring chiropractitioner and funny too! He will be missed. Our sincere condolences to his family.

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Margie Howsam

I was very sorry to hear of Dr. Cyr's death. I was a patient for several years (though not recently as I had back surgery which lessened my need of his care) and both of my children were his patients as well. We had enormous respect for his knowledge and professionalism and we enjoyed his wonderful sense of humour.

My son Davey Farrall was in the same class as Nicolas so our families knew each other a little bit also. He was such a help when one of Davey's legs was growing at a different rate from the other and causing him quite a bit of discomfort. We were so grateful for his diagnosis and helpful solutions to the issue. As for me, I don't know what I would have done without his care over the years I was suffering.
He contributed so much to his community, helping so many people, that he will never be forgotten. Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of this exceptional man.

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Mona Rampersaud-Jones

Deepest Condolences: Remembrance of Denis Cyr: The loss of Your Dear Husband and Father.
To Halina, Liana, Phillipe and Rong, Nick and Families and Friends. From: Mona and Paul Jones.
By Mona Rampersaud-Jones.

With heavy hearts and profound grief, we remember Denis. His special lantern will radiate the same glow in eternity as it was in his temporal life.

Your true family holds a sacred trust for you. There is a holy, a beautiful and truly wonderful covenant of unconditional acceptance. That, I know for sure, is one of the most meaningful aspects of Denis’ love. When someone truly can be trusted to see who you are and want what's best for you: A precise description of Denis as a husband, father, a friend, a professional doctor, a neighbor. The list goes on.

I can narrate a few things I observed about Denis over my lifetime of the approximately 40 years that I knew him. Really, they’re not about a number of years. They are more about a way of life, preferably, states of being. Like Denis’ unfailing high-mindedness, compassion, high fashion acumen for practicality, his generosity of spirit, firmness of will, especially his examples of friendliness, kindness, helpfulness and generosity. To know Denis is to cherish him. To experience Denis is to love him. To remember him, brings a smile especially, his good humor.
Every minute now holds a volley of momentous memories. Stringed in symphonic symmetry, his generous spirit, carved in the corridors of his noble soul, imprinted on the contours of his handsome face, a rainbow of kindness, a heart of grace and goodness. The stage of Denis’ biography now hangs like shooting stars on display in a solar photo gallery.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/20/2021 - 02:59:PM

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Terrance McGrath

Good bye old friend, I think of you often and was very sad upon hearing of your passing. We talked many times over the years about so many subjects. I was particularly touched when you talked to me about our common experience with cancer. You helped me with my health for decades and I remember the day you told me I was one of your earliest patients. The world won't be the same without your smile.

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