It is with deep sadness that we share the news that William Roderick (Rod) Evans, loving husband and devoted son and uncle passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 after many courageous years battling Multiple Myeloma. Rod was born on April 24, 1959 in Ottawa, Ontario to John H. Evans and Doris (Dody) Evans. He loved skiing, water skiing, boating and especially swimming. An avid gardener whose garden was featured in gardening magazines. Rod is survived by his loving husband and partner of the last 36 years, Douglas Ferland, his mother Dody, his niece Emily and her husband Jamie Hagget and his sister Susan. Pre-deceased by his father John and his brother Peter. Rod will be sadly missed but not forgotten by his husband, his family including his cousins and by his many good friends. We offer special thanks to the team of doctors and nurses too numerous to mention, who contributed greatly to Rod’s quality of life without whom this battle would have ended a long time ago. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rod’s name could be made to the Plasma Cell Disorders/Multiple Myeloma Clinics in care of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (613-741-9530). A Celebration of Rod’s Life will be held when circumstances allow. Updated information will be posted at www.beechwoodottawa.ca.
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Douglas Ferland
Mike Wendt
Condolences and much love to you, Doug
Giles et Marie Bernier
Sincères condoléances Doglas
Betsy Kremmel
The love you two shared will be forever with you, Doug. My thoughts are with you
today as you say Adieu. May it help you to know that your pain is understood.
Always, Betsy
Karen Bailey
Thinking of you Doug during this time of great loss - Rod was a remarkable man and a special friend. His thoughtfulness, enthusiasm and generosity of spirit touched so many. Iain joins me in sending love, Karen xx
Norm and Betty Bartlette
Rest in peace Rod, we'll miss your many happy visits!!
Sylvie M Prahl
Well my friend you decided to buy a one way ticket for the most important trip of all. You left us without the time to say goodbye. I enjoyed every moment spent with you and Doug. I will miss you, go sit down with my dear Greg and look over us. Your friend, Sylvie.
Emily and James Haggett
To the most amazing uncle, so loving and so funny. Will remember every moment.
Never forget, RIP. Love Emily and James
Lynn Newton
I'm grateful to have known and loved such a unique person as my friend Rod. He fought ferociously daily and for many years a long hard battle, yet always managed to bring me joy make me laugh and bring me inspiration. I miss you already my friend, RIP
My deepest heartfelt condolences Douglas
Denise Bernier
My deepest condolences Douglas.
As loving a partner and husband as anyone could ever wish for. Thank you for 36 years that I will cherish close to my heart. Aurevoir CCB