Alyson Brodeur M.D.

Alyson Brodeur M.D.

Alyson Brodeur Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2009.
BRODEUR, Alyson Mary MD After her long and courageous battle with an illness, Alyson passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2009 in Toronto. Beloved wife of Michael Cook for more than 4 years. Cherished daughter of Victor Brodeur, and Lesly and Phil Markham. Loving sister of Julie (Mike) Accursi, and Dave Brodeur. Alyson will be sadly missed by her grandma Mary Dunn and her husband Harold Parmenter. Her parents-in-law John and Elaine Cook, sister in law Angela (Simon) Westfall. She is survived by her aunts and uncles, Adrienne (Mac) Hickox, Peter (Julia) Dunn, Jeff (Joan) Dunn, Suzanne (Sven) Sheen, Pat Brodeur and Tom (Kathi) Brodeur. She was the best auntie to her loving nieces Abigail, and Isabella, and nephews Carter, and Oliver. She adored her dogs Roxi and Penny, and they will miss her dearly. Alyson will be fondly remembered by many cousins, business colleagues, and friends, especially Heather, Marianne, Lisa, Stacey, Sandi, Bobbi, and Sandra. Alyson was a palliative care doctor at the Queensway Carleton Hospital & the Elisabeth Bruyere Hospital, in Ottawa for the past 5 years and has touched and helped many people in her time there. Alyson is resting at the George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carlton St. St. Catharines. Visitations will be held on Monday October 19, 2009, from 7 - 9 p.m. A private family service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial remembrances can be made to McMaster University Medical Centre. On-Line Guest Book - www.dartefuneralhome.com

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December 22, 2009

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October 28, 2009

Sumi Ramachandran posted to the memorial.

October 23, 2009

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irith lebovich

December 22, 2009

My sincere condolences to Alyson's family. She was a precious soul who warmed our hearts - a sweet and bubbly girl who was cherished by her classmates at McMaster.
May your memories bring you strength and her contagious smile keep you smiling.

Sumi Ramachandran

October 28, 2009

Alyson and I crossed paths a few years ago professionally. She was bright, friendly, and always well put-together. I remember her fondly and wish her family peace during this most difficult time.

Sue Dojeiji

October 23, 2009

On behalf of the physicians and staff at the The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre, I would like to express our heartfelt condolences over the untimely loss of Alyson. She was a warm and caring physician to our patients with physical disabilities. She will be fondly remembered. Our thoughts are with Michael and the rest of Alyson's family during this difficult and tragic time.

Jenny Kendrick

October 21, 2009

My Dad was a patient at the Queensway Carleton Hospital. He was a survivor of cancer for over 40 years.

Unfortunately, his body succumbed to it as it galloped through his body, his prognosis was given to him on Friday and he passed away on Sunday evening. Alyson was his palliative care doctor and she will always remain in my mind a beacon of light.

On Friday evening Alyson meet with my Mom and sister alone and took the time and talked with my Mom during what was a cataclysmic day for everyone.

Alyson came on Sunday evening as my Dad took his final breaths and I remember in my numbness a sense of relief that she and other staff were there to help.

Alyson also knelt with my Mom after my Dad died and gave her condolences. She spoke to my Mom calmly and compassionately that she was not to blame herself, my Mom being a nurse.

I know in my heart my Dad is grateful for the time Alyson took with my family and especially my Mom. These moments remain eternal and I know Alyson shared many similar moments for all those that she touched.

To her husband, parents, sister and brother, relatives and friends I am so sorry for your loss. On behalf of my family we were blessed to have her at my Dad's bedside.

Heather Bousada

October 21, 2009

I worked with Alyson for a short time at the Civic Hospital and she was not only a compassionate physician, but a very warm person.
My thoughts to her family.

Lisa Savage-Larose

October 21, 2009

My sincere condolences to family and friends of Alyson.
I will remember her as wearing some funky hat with a smiling face and one of her dogs alongside her, as she often had when she was covering on the pall. floor at EB on weekends .She had such compassion AND WILL BE MISSED

October 21, 2009

Our relationship with Alyson was always very easy and comfortable. She made everyone feel at ease. She had a way of finding good in people and was tolerant of others' shortcomings. She never stressed about life's little annoyances, choosing rather to embrace the positive -always setting a good example for others and putting others' needs before her own.

Alyson was genuine, caring, and warm-hearted. She was generous in all that she did. She was exceptionally bright and gifted. She always made an entrance and she had the remarkable ability to light up any room with her bright personality and impeccable and flamboyant style.

Her friendship had a tremendous impact on our lives in too many ways to describe here. It is becuase she brought so much to our lives that we grieve her loss with you so deeply and passionately. However, when we think of Alyson, we will always remember her happy and dancing, loving life, her family and friends and, of course, her animals. We love her dearly and will miss her always.

Sandi Plant and Craig Beach

Jennifer Carey

October 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to Alyson's family. I went to highschool with Alyson and always have remembered her to be a caring and wonderful person that had a smile for everyone. She will be greatly missed.

Humera Khan

October 20, 2009

I just read the new about Dr. Brodeur passing away at Elisabeth Bruyere hospital's website. It's a saddening new to every one. May her soul rest in peace. My condolence to family and friends at this time of grief.

Frank Crisante

October 20, 2009

My Sincere condolences To you and your family she will be dealy missed

October 20, 2009

Dr. Brodeur replaced my regular GP when she was off on maternity leave. I will always remember her taking my hand and saying that my test results didn't look good. She was so compassionate. Luckily everything worked out fine for me. I only wish she could have received the same good news. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband and family.
Connie Johnston (former patient at the Manotick Medical Clinic)

Japan Auto Services

October 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Diane LeBlanc

October 20, 2009

I worked with Dr Brodeur at the Sexual Health Clinic and she was a great and energetic doctor. She will be missed by us all. I had the pleasure of meeting her morther at the Guelph Conference and what a beautiful team they made, my thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.
May she be a shining star and an angel looking over the one she cared and loved.
We will miss you Alyson.

October 19, 2009

I miss Alyson. I worked with her on Clarence Street and we visited at Rama Lotus Yoga. She is lovely with clients at Clarence Street - she has a gift to make people feel comfortable and valued. She brings energy to her workplace. We had conversations about mental health and illness - she had many insights. I am so sorry, Michael.
Take care of yourself.
Louise Hanvey

Jennifer Holbrook

October 19, 2009

I am saddened to hear of Alysons passing, I went to highschool with her, and every time I saw her, she was so full of life...always smiling, spreading her joy for all. My sympathies are with her family at this time; she will never be forgotten!!

YMCA-YWCA Ladies

October 19, 2009

A small group of us meet at the Y each morning to workout and regularly at the end of the day for socials. Exercise may have brought us together, but it's the friendships formed that keep us exercising. Alyson was our friend. Despite hating the early mornings and winter mornings most of all, she was always smiling, full of life and wearing the best outfits. Her passion and vitality were inspiring. She was proud of her family and spoke fondly of travels, new births, her profession and Mike. She is missed by us all. Our thoughts are with her family at this most difficult time.

Leisha Ostrowski

October 19, 2009

I knew Alyson in Medical School at McMaster. When I picture Alyson it is with a bright smile and her eyes sparkling. I hope this is the way she'll always be remembered. My sincere condolences to you Michael, and to her family.

Sandra Legault

October 19, 2009

To Michael whom I met a few times, including in the hat department at The Bay that Alyson liked so much! And to Alyson's family that I have not met, I offer my warmest condolances.As a physician and person, Alyson had helped many to go through difficult passages; it is so sad that she could not overcome this beastly disease. Again, my warmest thoughts to help you through this extremely difficult period.
-A work colleague at Elisabeth Bruyere,

Gail Dawson

October 19, 2009

As our palliative physician, Alyson gave not only her expertise and time, but of herself, which is perhaps the greatest gift of all. She had limitless compassion for the patients and families she worked with and she gave them great comfort and support during their most difficult journey. My thoughts are with her family.

Barbara Zerter

October 19, 2009

As a chaplain at the Queensway Carleton Hospital I had the priveledge of working with Alyson in palliative care. Alyson is a very special person, she was always gentle, kind and thoughtful - very caring to the patients and families she worked with. She was also a great team player and encouraged a team approach to the care of patients. She had a lovely warm smile and a wonderful sense of enegry about her. She is very much missed. My sincerest sympathy to Alyson's husband and family at this time of loss and sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Zerter,
Staff Chaplain.
Queensway Carleton Hospital

Carol Podolak

October 19, 2009

I worked with Alyson at the SHC in Ottawa, she was wonderful and empathetic with all our clients and full of fun and humour with her colleagues. We feel the loss of her bright light. My condolenscences to you Mike.

October 18, 2009

I had the great pleasure of meeting Alyson on your family trip to Victoria BC. Such a beautiful life lost.
So sad and thinking of you all.
Kyrie, (the Victoria family)

Carolyn Crisp

October 18, 2009

I remember Alyson coming into clinic with her flaming red hair, pink rubber boots and just so full of life. She had an impact on all she met and will be greatly missed. So full of energy, life and enthusiasm. Thinking of you Michael at this time of loss. The pain will subside but the memories will live forever.

Dawna Ramsay

October 18, 2009

On behalf of the Academy of Medicine Ottawa (AMO), I wish to express condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Alyson Brodeur, AMO member.

Wendy Small

October 17, 2009

Iam a nurse at the Queensway Carleton Hosp in Ottawa, Iam so sad to read about Dr. Brodeurs death she was so kind and compasionate to all her patients that she took care of. We will sincerley miss her. My condolences to all her family and friends.

Julie and Phil

October 17, 2009

We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear about your loss, Mike and Victor. All your neighbours on Mason Terrace will miss you Alyson - you are in our thoughts and hearts.

Natalie Brun del Re

October 17, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

DIANA ROSE BROWN

October 17, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

JULIA PAQUETTE

October 17, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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