It is with profound sadness that we announce the loss of Dr. Thomas Dufour on December 14, at the age of 82. Tom is survived by his wife of 57 years, Arlette (Pilon), three children Thomas (Catherine), Éric (Jill) and Daphné (Jamie), and six grandchildren, Henri, Thomas, Elliot, Noah, Charlotte and Julien. Tom was the son of Dr. Thomas (Ted) Dufour and Ruby Kenney (both deceased). He leaves his brother Peter and his sister Michelle Dufour Kosan. He also leaves two sisters-in-law, Michèle Cusson (Robert, deceased) and Sylvie Tilden (Matt), as well as nieces and nephews.
Tom was a generous man who lived his life with kindness and integrity. His family was always his priority, his inspiration and his profound joy. He was a surgeon at the Montfort Hospital for over 30 years and spent his life caring for others. His kind and gentle spirit will be greatly missed, but we are comforted by the fact that he lived a long and happy life. He will be fondly remembered by all who crossed his path.
In memory of Tom, donations to the Montfort Hospital Foundation or the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.
Special thanks to Dr. André Gauthier, his family physician for over 30 years, and to his cardiologist Dr. Roland Sabbagh.
A visitation will be held at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Monday, December 20, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Beechwood on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at 10 a.m.
Please note that due to COVID-19 restrictions, proof of vaccination will be required and there will be no reception following the service.
Because the situation with COVID-19 remains fluid at this time, please consult Ottawa Public Health guidelines for restriction updates on the date of these events.
Digital Guestbook
Brian Hession
Dr Barry Adams
I was saddened to hear of Tom’s death. Please accept my sympathy. The medical profession lost a great advocate especially his advocacy for Francophone physicians. Tom always impressed me by his determination and contribution to any group or committees we served together. He will be missed.
Ian and Ray Mackellar, Brockville.
So sorry to hear of Tom’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Arlette and your family at this very sad and difficult time. Sincere condolences. Ray and Ian.
Louise et Luc Bourgon
Je me rappelle son sourire accueillant lors de ses visites hebdomadaires à la Clinique Ste.Anne - un vrai gentleman.
Sincères sympathies à Arlette et la famille.
Yves et Roxanne Fréchette
Roxanne et moi tenons à exprimer nos plus profondes et sincères condoléances à Eric et à toute la famille Dufour.
Julie Trépanier
Toutes mes condoléances à votre famille, notamment Tom et Cathy que je connais plus particulièrement.
Marianna Morano
Sympathies to the entire Dufour family for your loss. He was a great man. May he rest in peace.
Jen Allison, David Leith & Jack Leith
Sending our love and deepest condolences for your lost at this time. Our memories of Tom have always been filled with joy, love and his big smile. Our sympathies.
Michelle Dufour
What can I say? He is my brother! I say IS because I cannot say WAS. He has walked by my side each day while I struggled with my health recently. Tommy is my rock and he remains by my side today, just have to listen carefully to the silence.
Rachel Maillet
Chère Arlette,
Je tiens à t'offir mes plus sincères condoléances suite au décès si soudain et inattendu ton ton cher Tommy. Entouré de ta famille et de tous ceux et celles qui te sont chers, je te souhaite bon courage durant cette période saisonnière qui rend son absence d'autant plus difficile pour vous tous et toutes.
Dear Tom, Eric, Daphne et, chère Arlette,
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Dr. Dufour was an inspirational father to me as I grew up alongside your family. He was so kind, generous and warm hearted. I cherish the years spent with him and all of you in your home.
Brian