Alex Stewart, 38, of Halifax, Nova Scotia passed away 28 April 2024, in Kanata, Ontario after an aggressive 2.5-year battle with esophageal cancer. Born on 23 May 1985, Alex is survived by his loving spouse, Ashley, his cherished daughters, Aubrey and Anna, his parents Kenneth and Margaret “Peggy” Stewart, and his brother Kyle (Yuna), as well as his niece Noa.
Alex fiercely loved his family and took great joy in watching his daughters grow and understood how precious the time he spent with them was. Alongside Ashley, they proudly graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada in 2010 and they have both served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 18 years. Alex is a third generation RMC graduate, with his father, paternal uncles, and paternal grandfather all being CAF veterans. In 2021, Alex was accepted into the Military Legal Training Plan and dedicated the last 2 years to pursuing his law degree at the University of Ottawa to fulfill his dream of becoming a legal officer. His leadership and camaraderie will be remembered by all who had the privilege of serving alongside him.
Apart from his military service and career, Alex had a passion for being a hockey goalie, and playing WarHammer. He also had a love-hate relationship with the Toronto Maple Leafs. His dedication to his hobbies reflected his commitment to excellence both on and off the “field.”
Alex will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Family will receive friends in the Hall of Colours of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, on Thursday 9 May from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 pm. Funeral service will be held in the Sacred Space of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre on Friday 10 May at 1:00 pm with guests requested to arrive no earlier than 12:30 pm. Reception will follow at Stittsville Legion, 1481 Main St, no earlier than 4:30 pm. The funeral will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person. Please register here for the live stream. Military members are invited to wear DEU-1D (ribbons) to the visitation and DEU-1A (medals) to the funeral. As per Alex’s request, all other guests are encouraged to wear something of colour and avoid black. Cremation and private burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society.
Digital Guestbook
Wendy Goulet
Alysha Bayes
Ashley, I am so heartbroken to read this. Alex was a wonderful person. My deepest condolences.
Frank and Paula Vagi
Our thoughts are with the family. Such a fine young man taken from the world much too soon.
Shawn Cox
Stewie,
You are, were and will always be one of a kind. A beacon on the horizon, steadfast in the best and worst of times. Rest easy and save me a seat on the bus.
Robert and Annette Gaudet
Dear cousin Peggy and family,
We are heartbroken by this sad news! May all the great memories of the fine moments spent with Alexander bring you comfort at this most difficult time. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers . 💕🤗
Hank and Jan Blasiak
Jan and I send our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Syl and Yoko Mongeon
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Rest in peace.
Maureen Pecknold (OJAG)
I am so very sorry for your loss
Kevin Pittman
To Ken and family,
So sad to hear the news of Alex's passing.
My deepest condolences to you all.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Pittman
Sean Beckett
So sad. He was a great leader while at RMC and I was grateful to have known him.
Ashley,
Thinking of you and the girls in this difficult time. May you find some peace knowing he is no longer suffering. I will be out of town next week but will be sending strength and love as you navigate Alex’s final resting.