After a valiant battle with cancer of almost five years, Carole Girard passed away peacefully in Ottawa on Friday, March 3, 2023, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of Wayne Girard and mother of Tim and Anne. Cherished grandmother of Carolyn, Eleanor and Lillian. She will be dearly missed by family, relatives and friends. Predeceased by her father Leo Collins of Peterborough, mother Kay Coughlin of Douro, and brothers Michael, James and Grant.
Carole cherished her Irish roots and greatly enjoyed the fun that was had at Celtic gatherings and celebrations in Peterborough, Douro and Ottawa. She liked to prepare special meals to celebrate festive occasions. With her keen interest in current events, and a good sense of humour, she was an engaging conversationalist.
Carole was an avid gardener, and she and Wayne liked to collect attractive rocks for her flower beds. She was a fan of most sports, especially track and field at which she excelled in her school years. She enjoyed the outdoors, brisk walks, cycling, and excelled at bowling.
Carole had a deep compassion for the less fortunate in society and was a longtime volunteer at the Shepherds of Good Hope soup kitchen in Ottawa. She was one of the very first volunteers when it started in
1983 in the basement of St. Brigid's Church. She greatly enjoyed the camaraderie that existed among the volunteers.
The family wishes to thank the dedicated doctors, nurses and volunteers who provided such great care for Carole. A special thanks to nurse Diane of SE Health, and to the staff and visiting doctors at the May Court Hospice.
In keeping with Carole's wishes, a private family gathering will be held at a later date. Condolences or tributes may be shared at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home, Ottawa (www.mcevoy-shields.com).
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Dear Wayne, Tim and Anne. My deepest condolences to you. Carole was a beautiful soul. Be strong together.
Louise Gilbertson
Family
March 18, 2023
Dear Wayne Tim &Anne Thinking of all of you. Carole was one of the nicest person I have ever met Rick and I both thought you and Carole were a beautiful match, she surely is in heaven and helping the angels, God Bless Wayne sincerely Mary Brioux
Mary brioux
March 11, 2023
My sympathy to Wayne and his family. I taught Wayne and Carole at SPHS. I will offer a Mass for Carole's repose and the family's intentions.
sincerely
Msgr John Pearson, Toronto
Msgr John Pearson
Friend
March 11, 2023
Dearest Wayne, our hearts go out to you and your family. Sending our deepest condolences and love. Cousin Sharon and John Robertson. Kingston
Sharon Robertson
Family
March 11, 2023
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