On Tuesday, April 27, 2021 Jason Oates, loving husband and father of two adoring children, passed away at the age of 47. Jason attended Cairine Wilson High School, graduated from Rideau High School, then worked for the City of Ottawa for over 20 years. He is an esteemed alumni of the Ottawa Irish Rugby Club and the Eastern Ontario Rugby Union (Harlequins). He will be remembered for his kind, caring and generous nature and his endless devotion to making meaningful memories for his family. Always generous with his time and spirit, he is beloved by family and friends and will be eternally missed. He is survived by his wife Tara Johnson, children Kailey and Kyler Oates, mother Huguette Oates, and brother Sean Oates. A private Graveside ceremony with immediate family will be held on May 7th, 2021, at Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood ave. Ottawa, Ontario. Those wishing to pay their respects may visit the Wallace plot (Section 48 Lot 28S) in their own time from May 8th onward . A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in support of the family can be directed to oatesfamily2021@hotmail.com
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Chris Walsh
Aaron Frank
Tara, my deepest condolences to you and your family.
You are all in my thoughts.
Darcy Breault
Tara, I am so sorry for your loss. My thought are with you and your family.
Louise Cayer
Tara, I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband Jason. My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. God Bless.
Sherry Crosby
So very sorry for your loss.
Brian and Debbie Lorentz
Please know that you Tara and your beautiful children along with all the family are in our thoughts and prayers .
We are Florida friends of your parents ??
Andrew Hosie
My sincere condolences to Jason's family. A great team-mate and even better person.
HUGUETTE OATES
I shall treasure you in my thoughts forever.
Eric Kukkonen
My deepest condolences to Jason's family and friends. I have nothing but the fondest of memories of Jason. Truly a great great person.
Eric Dallaire
Tara, my condolences to you, Kailey and Kyler. Wishing you strength and healing in these most difficult times.
TJ and family;
My heartfelt condolences go out to you all. Jason was a real gem.
Lads