Heather Lenore THOMPSON

THOMPSON, Heather Lenore
It is with great sorrow, but with cherished memories, that we announce the passing of Heather on Friday, 20 February 2015 at the Central West Hospice at the age of 49. Heather is survived by her mother, Dorothy, brother Graham (Silke Nebel) and her niece Maya and nephew Robin, whom Heather adored. She is also survived by extended family in B.C. She was predeceased by her father, Jim (September 2013). During her lifetime, Heather volunteered her time and skills with Epilepsy Ottawa, Earl of March High School (library and student services), The Ottawa Civic Hospital (Emergency), The Royal Ottawa Hospital (clothing shop), Canadian Mental Health Association and Queensway Carleton Hospital (Health Records). She also volunteered with the Kanata Girl Guides and at the Stittsville Kumon Math and Reading Centre. Heather also achieved and received Diplomas in Administrative Assistant and in Medical/ Dental Office Administration. Over the years Heather accepted her health challenges with determination and optimism. She was a beautiful and kind human being who enjoyed helping others. She had a beautiful smile, a friendly personality that made all feel welcome and wonderful knitting skills! Heather will be greatly missed and will be forever in our hearts. The family invites friends, neighbours and all who knew Heather to visit and share memories of her at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd. (between Baseline Rd and Bayshore Dr), Nepean on Saturday, February 28th from 2 to 4 p.m. For those wishing donations in Heather's memory may be made to Epilepsy Canada (Research), 2255B Queen St. E., Suite 336, Toronto, ON M4E 1G3 or to Victoria Quilts, 454-1568 Merivale Rd., Ottawa, ON K2G 5Y7. Condolences, donations or tributes may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.