Paromita Deb-Rinker, age 52, of Ottawa, passed away on August 22, 2023 after a long battle with lung cancer. She is survived by her husband, Mike Rinker, and her two children, who made up the entirety of her world; Priya (age 20) and Eli (age 18).
Paromita was born on 22 October, 1970 to Mihir Deb and Jhunu Deb in Kolkata, India. After graduating from Springdale School in 1989, she went to Miranda House, Delhi University for her undergraduate degree, and later to Delhi University to get her Masters Degree in Zoology. Paromita then migrated to Canada in 1994 to complete her PhD in Molecular Biology at Western University in London Ontario.
Paromita had a successful career researching human diseases at Sick Kids in Toronto, the National Research Council, and the Ottawa Heart Institute. She later joined the Public Health Agency of Canada and supported Canada’s COVID response.
Paromita dedicated her life to being a fantastic and wonderful mother. She fought to maintain her health long enough to have both Priya and Eli get on their way to university.
Paromita was a passionate reader. When she wasn’t filling her home with warmth and kindness, she was filling it with books. She brought rules and order to book club, and was a pioneer in establishing and enforcing rules and criteria for her friends to follow…
She is missed…
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society - Lung Cancer would be greatly appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
Caroline Ducros
Sunita Bhatia
My thoughts and prayers are with you Mike, Priya, and Eli. I will always remember Paromita as a vivacious person and a fighter. May her memories always bring a smile and her everlasting love give you strength. She will be missed.
Ernesto Delgado
Deeply saddened by Paromita's passing. My heart and thoughts go to Mike, Priya and Eli. She will be remembered.
Jean LeClair
My deepest and most sincere condolences to Mike, and your family.
Greg Lamarre
Mike and family- my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I only wish I had the opportunity to know her; she is and always will be incredible. Deepest condolences. Greg
Ram Kameswaran
My heartfelt condolences Mike, my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Julian Amalraj
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. You are a wonderful, strong and dedicated family man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim Campbell
Mike, my heart goes out to you and your family. I wish you nothing but comfort and strength during this difficult time. Sending you hugs and hoping you find warmth in the memories.
Ron Stenson
I am very sad for you Mike. Your lose is deep and difficult. Paromita will be with you and your children forever. Take solace in carrying her heart with you. Be well and reach out if you need.
Richard Rodericks
Our deepest condolences to you Mike and family. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Sincerely
Richard Rodericks
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Sending you all my love and compassion. Caroline