It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of Ian Trevor Lambert of Aylmer, Québec, on February 16, 2019.
A fiercely proud Newfoundlander, Ian was born and raised in beautiful Southport on the southern side of the entrance to Trinity Bay's Southwest Arm. During his youth, as a member of Cadets Canada, he cultived a life-long knack for leadership and problem-solving, and a deep love of nature. Later, as a Cadet Leader himself, he left an indelible mark on so many young lives. Late in his teens, he left his beloved province for Québec. There he completed his university studies and cultivated his love for the French language and culture.
After living in Québec City, Montréal and Trois-Rivières, Ian moved to Ottawa to work at Cadets Canada headquarters. Some years later, his career brought him into the fold of the Federal Public Service where his many qualities, especially those having to do with patiently providing heart-felt mentorship, touched countless colleagues.
Recently, Ian was described in this manner: highly intelligent, voracious reader, loves to walk, endlessly curious, warm, kind, politically astute, keenly aware of social and world issues and wanting to change the world. A problem solver. A trailblazer for social justice before that term even existed. Fun with a great sense of humour. Coffee drinker. A nature lover. Very social. Enjoys music. A lover of trees, water, plants and all animals. Full of awe and wonder. A son. A brother. An uncle. A friend. A highly-respected and dedicated public servant.
Ian leaves behind his loving parents Gordon and Ivy Lambert, his sister Margaret Baker (Greg), his brother Conrad Lambert (Roxanne), his niece Rhiannon, his nephews Mattheson, Noah and Gavin, his companion Paul Boult, and countless other family members, friends and colleagues
Family and friends are invited to gather and celebrate Ian’s life, on Sunday April 28, 2019 between 1 to 5 p.m. at the Borden and Fleming Suites of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ian to the Ottawa Humane Society www.ottawahumane.ca or the charity of your choice will be appreciated.
Parents et amis sont invités à un rassemblement pour célébrer la vie de Ian, qui aura lieu dimanche le 28 avril 2019 entre 13h et 17h au salles Borden et Fleming du Centre commémoratif national Beechwood, 280 av Beechwood, Ottawa. Pour ceux qui le désirent, des dons en mémoire d'Ian à la Société protectrice des animaux d'Ottawa, www.ottawahumane.ca ou à l'organisme charitable de votre choix seraient appréciés.
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Sterling and Joan lambert
Joan and sterling lambert
So sorry for your loss , RIP Ian ...
Stuart Sykes
My very deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. Ian was a genuinely decent man who always tried to do the right thing, even when it was difficult. My thoughts and best wishes are with you.
Giselle Nantais
Cher Paul,
Mes sincères sympathies pour le décès de ton compagnon Ian. Nous étions en Argentine lors de la disparition et du décès d’Ian. Je sais que c’est tellement difficile d’apaiser sa peine après cette tragédie ainsi que l’éprouvante période de la disparition et de l’incertitude... Bon courage et prends bien soin de toi. Amitiés, Giselle xoxo
Mylene Bertrand
My sincere sympathy to family and friends. My thoughts and heart is with the people he loves.
Chantal Durepos and Serge Dubé
To the Lambert family and Paul
Please accept our sincere sympathies for the death of Ian. He was a really good friend and we were blessed to have had him in our life for over 30 years. We loved him dearly.
Friends always... Chantal & Serge xxxx
Stephanie Willcott
My sincere condolences to Ian’s family and friends. Ian hired me twice for two separate jobs in communications, he was my Manager . Being very passionate about whatever he undertook, I learned a lot about communications, business planning and thinking outside the box from him. Being from the East Coast, we liked to tease each other about being French newfies. Ian was the center of any room he entered, whether he wanted to be or not. His energy, enthusiasm and smile will be greatly missed. Hoping that the memories you shared will serve as a comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Stéphanie Willcott
Sam Saghbini
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Carla Lowther
Mike and I are so sorry to hear of Ian's passing. Yet another one of us from cadets gone too soon... Keep watch over those of us still down here from above, Ian. xoxo
Guylaine Valois
Following a summer camp in Banff, Ian shared my couch in the Montreal area during his transition into Quebec. He was a gentle soul and i'm sad for his passing. Good memories will remain. My thoughts are with his family. My sincerest condolences.
Life is not easy even at the best of times but to lose a precious son is unbearable . It’s very difficult for us because Ian grew up next door and played with you children . Jesus said he will never give you more than you can bare because then he will carry the burden for you . We are so sorry for your loss , your memories of Ian will never die and they will keep him alive forever in your hearts .