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
Louis and Mireille Gravelle
Richard and Karen Ruta
Dear Halina and family; Please accept our family’s most sincere condolences. We were honoured to have been invited to your home over the years, especially for Wigilia, where Denis’ cooking talents, gracious hospitality and sense of humour were ever-present. May your many fond memories of Denis bring you all a measure of comfort during this very difficult time.
Francine et Marc St-Pierre
C’est avec tristesse que nous apprenons le décès du Dr. Denis Cyr. C’était un médecin d’exception, une perle rare pour ses patients. Tu nous manqueras énormément Denis !
Mes plus sincères sympathies à ta conjointe, tes enfants, ta famille ainsi qu’à ton personnel de la clinique.
Monique Cyr
C’est avec énormément de peine que je te dis au revoir à toi le meilleur grand frère du monde. Le grand frère au sourire aussi grand que le cœur .
Tes délicatesses et ta gentillesse me manque déjà terriblement. Denis pensais toujours à quelque chose qu’il pourrait apporter ou faire à chaque réunion de famille afin de nous faire plaisir et ça le rendait tellement heureux. Ses appels du samedi matin auxquels j’avais toujours si hâte ceux qu’ils fesait à sa mère qu’il aimait tant et qu’il nous fesait à nous ses sœurs afin d’apaiser notre peine de la perte de notre mère et oui ces appels commençaient toujours par « bonjour les amies bonjour » afin de nous mettre un sourire tout comme il semble l’avoir fait si souvent avec ses patients qu’ils aimaient tant et dont il aimait tant nous parler et ses secrétaires « amies » qui me disait prenaient si bien soin de lui.
Merci Halina, les enfants, la famille D’Halina de l’avoir rendu si heureux et à vous mes sœurs et frères de l’avoir tant fait rire lors de nos voyages de pêche .
Thank you with all my heart for being the person you are and for giving me the honour to say that the great guy that everyone loves is MY big brother. Miss you and yes we will be together again. Love you so much
Willie and Anne Tejero 2209 Noblewood Way
Our deepest condolences to Nicolas and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Nancy St Denis
My chiropractor for 26 years, Dr. Cyr not only treated me, my husband and my son, but came to know my family as I did his. He was a lovely man, kind, witty and compassionate. There was the treatment but there was also the visit. I had the pleasure of meeting Liana when she worked in the office and Phillip on a career matter. A beautiful family of which he spoke often and with great pride. He earned his blessings in this life and has surely been rewarded in his next. Our deepest condolences to his entire family.
Louise Gagnier
I was lucky to have Dr. Cyr as my chiropractor for over 20 years. He was a wonderful, caring and funny man. I will miss his delightful smile and his sense of humor. Farewell Dr. Cyr.
My deepest sympathy to the family and his office staff.
Sylvain and Angélique Mainville
We are truly sorry for your loss and send our sincere sympathies. We had been patients of his for many years, he was such a professional and caring man. He will truly be missed. Our prayers are with you.
Janina Pinski
God looked around his garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth,
And saw your tired face.
He put His arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering,
He knew that you were in pain.
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb.
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered “Peace be thine.”
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you did not go alone…
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
Our heartfelt condolences to Halina,Lianna,Nicolas ,Phillips ,Kong and family. He walks with us as memories are forever
Janina,Teresa and Marek Pinski.
Neil Bassett
I am very sorry to learn of Dr. Cyr's sudden passing. He was my first and only ever required Doctor as he just kept fixing my issue. He was very gifted and held a passion of healing. His soft humourous demeanor always made me comfortable and assured. My condolences to his Family, Friends and colleagues. He will always be fondly remembered.
You will be missed