The family of Renate Horne, with great sadness and regret, announce her passing on Sunday June 19th, 2022, at Willowbend Retirement Home in Orleans (Ottawa) ON in her 78th year after a long and courageous battle with multiple cancers, post Covid and heart issues. Renate was born in Stadtoldendorf Germany on April 13, 1944 and immigrated to Corner Brook Newfoundland with her family in 1951. She is pre-deceased by her mother Edith Sexton in 2004, Stepfathers: Harry Staeben (1954) and Chesley Sexton (1996) and by her brother Klaus Staeben in 2007.
She leaves behind in mourning her husband Wayne (Orleans, ON originally from Halifax, NS); her children: Michelle Godin (Derrick) Orleans, ON and Christopher Horne (Jennifer) Uxbridge, ON. Her sister: Erika Keddy (George) Dartmouth, NS; brother Bernd Staeben (Rochelle) Corner Brook NL; Sister-in-law Rosemary Staeben of Baie d’Espoir NL; Sister-in-law Judy Hartling (Orion), brother-in- law Jack Horne (Marylou), many nieces and nephews and four treasured grandchildren: Matthew and Sarah Godin & Madelynn and Ryan Horne.
Renate married Wayne on August 8th, 1964, in Corner Brook, NL and partnered with him as he travelled Canada on his RCMP career which spanned postings in Port aux Basques and St. Lawrence, NL; Regina, SK; and then finally settling in Ottawa ON, where she became a Canadian citizen in 1982 and began a retail career at Sears Canada Inc. progressing from part time associate to management working at St. Laurent and Rideau Centre until she retired in the fall of 2005.
Of all the titles she held professionally, the personal title of Nana was the one she held most dear. She adored, spoiled, and poured all the time and energy she could into all four of her beloved grandchildren who were the light of her life.
At Renate’s request, there will be no funeral or service after cremation. She will be laid to rest in the RCMP section of Beechwood Cemetery.
Special thanks to Genevieve Lalumiere RN of the Orléans Palliative team and Dr. Kevin Brophy who is the most amazing, dedicated family physician any family could hope for. Thanks also to the wonderful staff of Willowbend who cared so well for her in the 10 months she was there.
Mom/Nana leaves behind broken hearts and a beautiful legacy of wonderful holidays, Sunday dinners, weekends by the pool and instilling the love of reading into us all. We will never forget all the love and memories she worked so hard to provide us with– we love you and are grateful you are no longer in pain and that your long hard battle is over, until we see you again.
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Cathy Robitaille (nee Sear)
Wayne, Michelle, Christopher and families, our deepest condolences to you all with the death of Renate. Ever since you informed me of your mom’s death Michelle I have been reminiscing! As Bob Jadis mentioned Christmas day at the Horne’s was filled with love, family, amazing food, and yes, the wonderful German chocolates! I saved up for the German chocolate cheese cake for weeks! Your mom and dad have always been very special to me…my second parents! I am so glad to read Renate received quality care throughout her illnesses and at the end-of-life. She deserved nothing but the best! You all are in our thoughts and prayers! Much love and hugs to you all! Renate may you rest in peace! We will meet again! Love you always! Brent, Cathy, Katelyn, Lydia, Miriam and Maisie ? ❤️??
Tai
To Michelle and family, deepest condolences on the loss of your cherished Mom/Nana. Words cannot take away the pain of loss... but I hope you find solace knowing there are people who care about you. You are all in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Kathryn Maskell
So sorry for your loss Michelle and family. I hope you hold on to the beautiful memories of your mom. Thinking of you.
Craig Ceppetelli
On behalf of the Ceppetelli family, please accept our condolences on the passing of your mother Michelle. Thoughts and prayers with you and your extended family.
Sarah Duff
My sincere condolences.
Nancy Jamison
Wayne, Michelle and Christopher, I am so sorry to hear of Renate’s passing. I have such wonderful memories of her beautiful smile and warm presence. Holding you all in my heart…
Matthieu Landry
My sincere condolences to Michelle and family. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Erika and George Keddy
Renate was the most amazing sister. It breaks my heart writing this but I know I will be seeing her again someday.
Rhonda St Croix
Dear Michelle and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hoping you are finding peace and comfort together as you reflect on your Mom and share those precious memories. much love and strength, Rhonda
Very sorry to hear about this devastating loss. My condolences to the entire family.