Obituary for
Anne Louise McDougall (Finch)
Passed away comfortably at home in Ottawa on May 6, 2019, aged 88, after battling with the long-term effects of a stroke. Anne is survived by her three children: Drew, Toronto, Catherine (Rick Bond), Montreal, and Elizabeth, Victoria, whom she all loved unreservedly.
She was her happiest when surrounded by her nine grandchildren, Alison, Taylor, Jaime, Pippa, Caroline, Kelly, William, Jackie, and Matthew especially when they visited her cherished country home at Valdurn in the Quebec Laurentians. They very much miss their “Grandmoo”.
A private but strong-willed woman and native Hamiltonian, Anne married her love, Edward Barry (d. 1999), and embarked on their life’s journey together A whirlwind adventure across two countries over five decades ensued, punctuated by service to the those with special needs: Famous People Players, Wheelchair Tennis, and Guide Dogs for the Blind. Late in life she rekindled a long time friendship with Paul Seeley (d. 2015)
Her “palpable sense of service”, “high standards”, hospitality, and superb organizational skills were clearly evidenced in the many campaigns she ran for P.C. candidates and her 20 year-long scholarship program with University of Ottawa she founded for Masters of law students
Anne’s family would like to thank family doctors, Dr. Engelhard and Dr Heather Galbraith for their diligent care and rare devotion, the neurological unit of the Ottawa Hospital, and, most importantly, we wish to recognize the 2nd floor caregiving staff at the Rockcliffe Retirement Home for their unstinting work and personal touch. Finally, the arc of Mom’s arduous recent journey was uplifted and extended through the compassionate care and inimitable friendship by Irene Chilakos. She has been a true blessing.
Friends are invited to the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod (at O’Connor) on Friday May 10, 2019 from 5-7pm. A Funeral Service will take place at the Church of St. Bartholomew, 125 MacKay Street on Saturday May 11, 2019 at 11am. Reception to Follow.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Famous People Players in Anne’s name. Click here to make a donation. (www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/6915).
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Anne Louise
McDougall Finch 1931 2019..
Death notice for the town of: Ottawa, Province: Ontario