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
Bruce and Ruthann MacMillan
Ania Berka
It is just so sad that a person like Denis, who shed such a joyful light on many people’s lives with that playful sense of humour and kindness, is no longer with us. I’m grateful for his presence in our lives - truly a wonderful, generous and inspirational human being who I feel honored to have known. My love goes out to Halina, Liana, Nicholas, Phillipe & Rong and other family members and people who knew him. RIP.
Neil Morris
I am very saddened to hear of Denis' passing. I was a patient of his for close to thirty years and with each visit he made me feel like I was in the good, professional hands of a friend. I wish to extend my sincere condolences to his family and staff and tell them that he will be missed.
Charisse, Cheryl, Wally
We are saddened at the passing of Denis, but now his pain has ceased and he can rest amidst the angels.
Charisse would miss your warm greetings, your laughter and most of all, your kind heart.
Adieu, jusqùà ce que nous nous revoyions????
Alex
As a patient, I came to know Dr. Cyr's warmth and kindness, his sympathy for his patients, who often struggle with painful, long-term conditions, and his wonderful sense of humour. My sympathies are with his family, friends, and colleagues. He was an all-around great guy, and he will be missed!
Mark Sutton
A kinder more gentle person I have yet to meet. His patients, including myself loved him. Great sense of humour and an absolute great person. My deepest condolences to the family
Sharon Rodgers
I will miss Dr Cyr
He treated me for over 30 years and I trusted him completely. He always had a smile, and spoke of his wife and family with such affection.
A great loss to the community!
Mark Rozanski
It is very sad time for all. Hugs to Halinka and the kids. At this time let us thank God for all the good that Denis has done for all. I am sure he is being taken care for in a beautiful place. One time we will meet again! Requiescat in Pacem !!
Bryan
I shall miss Dr. Cyr dearly. He had such a wonderful way with people/patients. He truly was a one of a kind, a legend really. Sincerest condolences to all of the family and his dear friends.
Nicolas
I first met Dr. Cyr in elementary school, accompanying my mother on one of her visits to his office. He mentioned that while naturally, children have very good backs, the excessive homework assigned by schools would be detrimental to their long-term health... My 12-year-old brain only heard HOMEWORK=BAD, and I took an immediate liking to him.
He continued to impress the young me when I broke my arm my few years later. He signed my cast calling me the "King of Cool" and kept the moniker on my patient file. ( Even when I saw him for the first time in years, he still remembered it)
After I grew up and moved out of Orleans I continued to bus to Blackburn Hamlet, even when there were more convenient places to get an adjustment as I made the trip for Dr. Cyr's bedside manner and sense of humour almost as much as I went for the adjustment.
I want to thank his Wife, Children and family for sharing him with us. As much as he brightened our days I can only imagine how much he brightened your lives.
I know right now that light feels further away than ever before, but that light, that passion and that laugh live on in a huge community of people who were lucky enough to share him with you.
Love and light to all those who loved him
With respect
Nicolas " The King of Cool"
With tears we have heard this news today. As longtime clients of this great and caring man, we will miss him very, very greatly. He was the best chiropractor we have ever had. He was wise and humorous and personable, gentle and always knew just how to get us back on our feet; literally sometimes. He also enjoyed talking about his family, and we all knew about the wedding a few years ago, his beloved daughter and son and also his wife. He also showed interest in our own family, who he treated when they were still at home. God be with you all and show you His nearness as you grieve. The staff at Blackburn are also in our prayers and thoughts, as we all mourn this loss in our lives.