Passed away in Ottawa on April 2, 2020, in her 89th year after a brief illness, Sophia John Stack (nee Mills). Predeceased by her husband, Edward P. Stack, and her precious infant daughter, Julie Ann. Leaving to mourn: her children, Mary (Laurie Bucci), Robert (Margo Connors) and Edward; and her grandchildren: Christopher (Erika) and Corey (Rachel) Bucci; Sean (Ashley), David (Erica), and Conor (Julia) Stack; and Ily and Lucas Roldan-Stack, and their mother Maria Roldan; and great-grandchildren, Owen, Rebecca, Nolan, Ellis, Rory, and Maggie.
Fresh out of high school in Marystown, Newfoundland and Labrador, Sophia received teacher training at St. Bride’s College, Littledale. She then taught on the Port au Port Peninsula and in Petty Harbour, where she met Edward.
The family wishes to thank the staff of the Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre for their excellent care.
Cremation has taken place. Because of the current COVID-19 restrictions, Sophia’s remains will stay at Beechwood Funeral Home until a ceremony marking her life can be held and she can be laid to rest with Edward at the National Military Cemetery in Ottawa.
Donations in her memory can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association or to a charity of choice.
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Pam Turpin Pike
So sorry to hear about Aunt Sophias passing. She was a great part of our lives growing up. My condolences go out to her children and there families. God bless you all ❤xxoo
Bonnie Best-Fleming and Brian Fleming
Our love and our sorrow for your loss goes out to all your family. Mary and her family have been part of our lives for more than 40 year. We have shared your joy and we hope to help ease your pain.
John and Elizabeth McGrath
John and I send our deepest condolences, a sad time for you.
How lovely your Mom looks on the photo, I remember meeting your Dad once when you were house hunting - they produced a wonderful family.
Rob,
So sad to hear of your Mom's passing. These things are never easy but it must be particularly difficult given the circumstances we are all living in. Both Jan and I send our regards and our condolences.