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
Kevin MacDonald
Laurie Richardson
My heart go out to all. Alex was an amazing person.
Jennie and Dirk Winson-Bushby
Our hearts go out to you all, and we send you our love and deepest condolences xx
Tom Ionson
Alex was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. He had a joy and playfulness about him that always brought a smile to my face. At his core, he was Good. I pray that goodness lives on in all those who were lucky enough to know him and especially in those who knew him well.
Jessica Malcolm
To Ashley, Aubrey, Anna, Ken, Peggy, and my dear friend Kyle: my deepest condolences to you all. I hope you find strength and comfort in each other while you grapple with this devastating loss. Sending love.
Andrew Skidmore
To Ashley, Aubrey and Anna,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. I never had the pleasure of meeting Alex (we were actually born on the exact same day), but it is so obvious from the photos just how much he loved his beautiful family and how hard he ultimately fought. I hope that you all can and will find some peace in the terrific memories Alex and all of you shared together.
Dora Urchipia
We are so deeply sorrow for the lost of Alex! We want to share our love and comfort with Peggy, Ken, Kyle, his wife and loving kids! May Alex rest in peace!
Vince Muolo
I am so sorry for your loss, Ken, Peggy and Kyle. Words fall short at this unimaginably difficult and sad time, but please know my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I will also pray for Alex who left us much too soon. Take good care.
Anne Newchild
Thinking of you, Ashley
Kerri Hollywood - CFB Kingston Base Gym Staff
I have worked at the CFB Kingston Base Gym since 2002. This photo definitely captures Alex - the smile, the kind, genuine, gem of a person he was with every interaction. My heart goes out to his entire family and the other gem, that I am lucky enough to know, his wife Ashley. May Ashley see Alex live on in their daughters every single day. Hugs to all.
Ashley and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Please accept my deepest condolences.