Alfonso (Don Alfonso) Perez Fernandez

Alfonso (82), formerly of Pascuale’s, Don Alfonso, and most recently, 222 Lyon Tapas, died peacefully on September 12^th, 2021 at his home in Ottawa surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Laurie, his dear son, Mateo and stepson, Kyle.  He will be dearly missed by his brothers, Manolo (Encarna), Pepe (Salome - RIP), and Antonio, and sister, Aurora (Juan), his nieces and nephews and their respective families (Ana - RIP, Jose, Pucho, Rose Mary, Marisa, Tony, Oscar, Nadia, Juan-Manuel, Nicolas and Claudie), cousins and many friends.  Born and raised in San Cristovo (Galicia, Spain), he was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel Perez Mouriño and Benigna Fernandez Rivero.

Alfonso was a kind and compassionate human being, always lending a hand to anyone in need. He was a family man, and was the happiest when surrounded by family and friends. He lived in the moment, and enjoyed life to the fullest. He will be dearly missed by all who were lucky enough to have known him.

A visitation will take place from 4PM to 7PM on Sunday, September 19^th, 2021 at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, ON).  In addition, a private memorial Service will take place on Monday, September 20^th, 2021 at 10AM at the same location.  Given COVID restrictions and maximum attendance guidelines, please contact Marisa Perez (613-263-3353) to pre-register your attendance to either of these events. Entry will be limited to registered guests only.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Ottawa Food Bank or the Royal Ottawa Hospital.