Peacefully passed away at the Elizabeth Bruyère Hospital with his daughter Carrie by his side. His battle with cancer was fought with great courage, dignity and humour.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Edie (née Zobel), parents Ted and Violet (née Longpré), brothers Ben (Lise) and Ted Jr. (Luce).
Survived by his brothers Jean-Louis (Rachel) and Léo (Diane).
Del will be missed by those who knew and loved him.
Friends are invited to gather at Parkdale United Church, 429 Pardale Ave. on Wednesday November 27th for a Memorial Service at 10 a.m. followed by a reception at the church hall .
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bruyère Foundation or the Ottawa Humane Society.
My sincerest sympathies to you Carrie. I will always cherish Mon Oncle Del's speech at my father's wake. He made us laugh and cry with his fond memories and stories on how he was so " honored to wear his big brother's clothes". Del was a great guy with a great heart. Bon courage to you.