Peacefully, surrounded by family at the Manotick Place Retirement Community, on Thursday, June 15, 2023; age 80 years. Beloved wife of late Francis Mott. Loving mother of Christine Turnbull (Tony) and Michael (Tammy); proud Grandma to Josh, Andrea, and William (Alissa) Turnbull. Predeceased by siblings Michael (Madeleine) and Malcolm. Cherished daughter of the late Leslie Broxham and late Ann Broxham (Craig).
Helen’s passion was photography, something that she started at a very young age and continued throughout her life, she travelled the world with Foreign Affairs and was an avid ship watcher along the St. Lawrence River.
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery, and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa. A Private Graveside Service will take place in the National Military Cemetery, located at Beechwood Cemetery, where Helen will be laid to rest with her late husband. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to CHEO.
The executive and membership of the Canada Border Services Agency Retiree’s Association (CBSA RA) extends our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and associates of our departed colleague.
Helen's dedicated service to Canada and the CBSA and its legacy organizations will always be remembered.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.