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.
Digital Guestbook
Gregg and Adele
Cathie Milne and Alexa Sproll
We are gutted to hear of Dr Cyr's passing. He was a lovely man who will be greatly missed. He made going to the Chiropractor a fun adventure. It will never be the same. I am sending cosmic hugs to you. My Da passed from leukemia 8 years ago so I know the battle he went through. May he be at peace and spreading joy where ever he may be.
Leigh Carroll and Paul LeDuc
Our hearts are saddened by this news. A lovely, kind and caring man, an exceptional Doctor who always put his patients above all else. While only knowing Dr Cyr on a professional level, his sense of humor and kindness always endeared us to him and made us feel special. The only thing he could not do very well was sing, but it was never for lack of trying! Over the years, he would tell us the same stories, and always get a giggle out of the re-telling. Our thoughts and condolences go out to Dr Cyr's family and staff. We shall miss him dearly.
- Leigh Carroll and Paul LeDuc
Jackie Hollander
I am so saddened and shocked to hear of Dr. Cyrs passing. I was a regular patient of Dr. Cyr. Although I hadn’t seen him in a couple of years , I will always remember his infectious smile and sense of humor. I send condolences to his family ,work family and friends. I truly expected Dr. Cyr to outlive us all.
Muriel Potter
I am deeply saddened at the sudden passing of Dr. Cyr. As his patient for approximately 30 years I was treated to his tremendous knowledge, unforgettable smile and wonderful sense of humour. He will certainly be missed! Condolences to his family and all the staff in Blackburn.
Joe Potter
We have lost a pillar of our small community! Denis will long be remembered as not just a great chiropractor who helped people recover but more importantly as a wonderful human being. He treated everyone with respect and every visit felt like he was genuinely interested in your well being. We were very lucky to have him in our lives!
Kasia Drobnik and family
I don’t think there are words that can do justice to describe the man the Uncle Denis was. He made everyone feel like he truly enjoyed their company. He was a beautiful soul.
My deepest condolences Ciociu, Liana, Nicholas, Philippe and Rong. I pray for God to give you the strength to endure the pain you feel. You are all in my prayers.
Repose en paix mon oncle.
Bonnie and Blair Stevens
What a wonderful doctor and a wonderful person. He will be terrible missed!
Dr. Evelyne Bruneau D.C.
My symoathies to Denis' family, patients and clinic staff. I will keep an exceljent and special memory of my friend and classmate and of his gentle soul.A plus tard Denis!Xxx
Rudi Nowak
My deepest condolences to you Halina and to Liana, Philippe, Rong, and Nicholas. Denis was a treasured friend. We loved him and will miss him. Hugs to you all.
We are so sorry to hear of Dr. Cyr`s passing. We have been patients for twenty-eight (28) years and he treated all of our sons. We have lost not only a great doctor, but a true friend who enabled us to continue walking and working, helped us through our own cancers, and the trials - tribulations of raising three active boys.
Our sincere condolences to the family.