It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jo-Anne Henderson in Ottawa on December 6th, 2019 at the age of 65 years. After facing illness with immeasurable courage and grace, she passed peacefully at home in the presence of her family.
Jo was a loving wife to Mike Henderson and beloved mother to Kate Henderson (Ben Stephenson) and Beth Lapalme (Colin). She was adored by her four grandchildren (Isaiah and Rowan Stephenson, Emily and Annie Lapalme). Jo-Anne was predeceased by her parents Mel and Mary Fran Gaiser and is survived by her brother Jon Gaiser (Brenda) and sister Kelly Dow (Steve). She will be dearly missed by her mother and father-in-law, Florence and John Henderson, her brothers and sisters-in-law, many nieces, her nephew, cousins, and friends.
Jo had a gift for making everyone she met feel welcome and she was a natural at building connections with people. Those who knew Jo will remember her for her warm demeanour, humour, inclusivity, love of learning, ‘tell it like it is’ attitude and simply her kindness. Jo-Anne received endless love, caring and kindness throughout this journey. The family would especially like to extend their thanks to all of Jo-Anne’s incredible healthcare providers, especially Dr. Michelle McKinnon, Dr. Barbara Yeats, Ramona, and Amina.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation at St. Basil’s Catholic Parish, 940 Rex Ave, Ottawa, ON, on Wednesday, December 11th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm with a Prayer Service at 8pm. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Basil’s, on Thursday, December 12th at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Lung Cancer Canada.
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Jill Bettencourt
Christine Buchanan
Mike, Kate & Ben, Beth & Colin & families
Jon & Brenda & families,
Kelly & Steve & families,
We are so sorry for your loss. Although distance keeps us apart, we send virtual hugs & love with memories of family get togethers from a more connected time in Exeter where we all lived. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Much love,
Aunt Elsie Tuckey Hermann
Christine & Stewart Buchanan
Jane & Laurence Brown
Mark & Karen Tuckey
Van & Laurie Tuckey
Matt & Marcia Tuckey
Tony and Gini D’Alessandro
Our heartfelt prayers go out to you Mike, your daughters and your families. We were so saddened to hear if Jo’s passing. She was such a vibrant person with such love and compassion for her family and friends. May I send a virtual hug to let you know my heart is heavy. Fly with the Angels beautiful Jo.
Samantha Litwinczuk
Beth, Kate, Mike and family- I am so very sorry for this immense loss. Jo-Anne was a one-of-a-kind human being, one that I'll never forget, and who I wish I had spent more time with. I will never forget the kindness she showed our family when we needed it most, her big beautiful smile, and how she used to call me "Sunshine". She was a treasure on this earth and my heart goes out to you all during this very difficult time. Wishing you all peace and love.
Christine and Allan Lunn
I am so sorry to hear . My heart is broken for you. My sincerest sympathy Mike.
Dearest Mike, Katie, Beth and family. We are deeply saddened to learn of your loss and extend to you our heartfelt condolences. Jill, Andrew and Samantha