With great sadness, the Thorhauge clan announces the passing of its patriarch on June 20, 2025. A lifelong friend to many and a respected pillar of numerous communities, Rolf passed away at home at the age of 84 after a courageous battle with cancer. Rolf is survived by his adoring wife and life companion for over six decades, Charlene, plus their four boys Ralph (Leslie), Greg (Tina), Mike (Sarah) and Doug (Debbie). Rolf was known for his big heart and will be fondly remembered by 11 Grandchildren Casey (Peter), Meghan, Sydney, Ryan (Patti), Alena (David), Tara (Justin), Liam, Jack, Isabel, Scott, Matthew (Rayne), Step-Grandchildren Matthias, Maia and Great-Grandson, Henry. Rolf cultivated personal relationships when hosting countless social get-togethers with Charlene and was generous with guests through sharing his appreciation of many finer things in life including his love for art & music, food & wine, sports & entertainment plus current events & historical facts. Rolf had a passion for building "Rolf's Wine Cellars" and always enjoyed a funny story (or two)! Rolf’s professional life was guided by “Maintiens Le Droit” and fulfilled by his mission to promote integrity via “A safe, secure and prosperous Canada, through trusted intelligence and advice”. The family wishes to thank Rolf’s medical teams of The Ottawa Hospital for providing such excellent care - we’re all so grateful for extra time with him. Extended family & friends are invited to celebrate Rolf’s magnificent life at the Beechwood RCMP National Memorial Cemetery (280 Beechwood Ave., Ottawa) on Thursday July 10, 2025 (visitation 1:00-2:40pm; service/speeches 2:40-3:40pm; graveside ceremony 4pm). In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Rolf’s memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to Carefor Health & Community Services.
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Cherie and Chris Goebel
Kurt and Darlene Tierney-Goebel
Ralph and Leslie please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your father.
Iwona & Marv Mooney
Charlene and Ralph, our sincere condolences on the passing of Rolf. May fond memories be your family's guiding light through this time of sorrow.
John F. Cummings
Deepest condolences Charlene and family for your loss. Rolf was respected not only for not only how he conducted his professional life but also for his commitment to family friends.
Michelle Swanlund
My condolences to Charlene and Ralph Jr, and of course the whole family.
Terry McKernan
My condolences to Charlene and the family.Rolf was an amazing person and friend.
He made you feel so special when you were in his presence and had that wonderful smile.
Bob and Judy Elvish
We will always cherish and remember what wonderful neighbours Rolf and Charlene were to us. The many 5:00 pm glasses of Rolfs favour wines listening to his interesting stories. Our sincerest condolences to Charlene and the family, we will miss him.
Richard Grosset
I recently learned of Rolph's passing through the RCMP Vet's Last Post. Rolph and I were colleagues in the RCMP Security Service and CSIS. I too bought a car from his family's business. He was very generous with his time and helped personnel in any way he could. He was always very kind to fellow members who worked with him or for him. My sincere condolences to the family on his passing.
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and may perpetual life shine upon him.
Birgit Kastbjerg
Please accept our condolences on the news of Rolf's death. Birgit (Iwan's daughter) and Gerth Kastbjerg
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear dad. Deepest condolences you both and the extended family