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OGILVIE, Gladys Joanne (nee MacAskill) after nine decades of life, peacefully passed away on Good Friday, April 10, 2020 in her 91st year. Together in life for over 65 years with Fred Ogilvie, she was the proud mother of seven children and the beloved grandmother to eleven. The hallmark of her life’s journey was the love of and care for, her family. The happy home she created was the gathering place for all, with room always for one more at her table. Saturday afternoons were idyllic, full of the aroma of her homemade bread & cookies and the sounds of radio music streaming in our big orange kitchen. She fed us, her village, daily with more than food. She always had prayers and encouraging advice. She was a mom to more than us as how she carried herself in life.
Aside from her accomplishment of a loving home and family, Gladys took distinct pride in her 15 years of service with the Government of Canada. She courageously started her career at 50 and made many wonderful friends throughout Ottawa and Quebec.
She will be deeply missed by all. Rest In Peace “Ma”, “Mrs O”, beloved “Mom”. We will miss your sparkling eyes, clever humour and wisdom shared in songs.
She leaves behind her seven adoring children: Lucinda, Susan, Carey, Kevin (Corrine), predeceased son Curtis 2019 (Linda), Chris (Connie) and Trina; and her eleven grandchildren: Jasmine(Dave), Andrew, Ashley, Dylan, Chelsea (Brooks), Alyssa, Annika, Michael, Tom, Connor and Adam.
We are deeply grieving her loss and want to extend our sincere gratitude and thanks to the tireless, kind and dedicated staff of Garden Terrace, Kanata who provided gentle and dedicated care of her. We thank everyone for your messages of love for our mom & support for us.
If you wish to make a donation in memory of Gladys, please consider donating to your local food bank, that would make her happy. Funeral arrangements and memorial will be scheduled at a later date. Condolences, or tributes may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Gladys Joanne MacAskill Ogilvie June 14 1929 April 10 2020 (age 90)..
Death notice for the town of: Ottawa, Province: Ontario