“I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.” (John 11)
Kelly Rassi
Fell asleep peacefully into the hands of the Lord, surrounded by his loving family and friends, in Ottawa on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the age of 51.
He leaves behind his cherished and devoted wife Caroline (Rahal), his adored children Tarek and Dalia, his beloved parents Claude and Hanan (Bader), his brother and lifelong friend Emad (Antoinette Estephan), his loving nephews Claudios and Jad, and uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends in Canada and abroad who all held a special place in his heart.
Kelly is survived by his father and mother-in-law (Loutfi Rahal and Georgette Dahdouh), his sisters-in-law Maggie (Habib Jarawan), Marie (Mike Mackoul), Rana (Georges Khalil), the late Rima; and his brother-in-law Antoun (Joelle Abou Semaan).
He will be lovingly remembered by his uncles and aunt of the Rassi family (George, Eid, Amin, Claudette, Jihad) and his uncles and aunts of the Bader family (late Antoine, Chebli, Joseph, Antoinette, Labibi).
The family will receive relatives and friends on July 17th, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Beechwood Cemetery. Funeral service will be on July 18th, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Melkite Catholic Church, 1161, North River Rd. followed by interment at Beechwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers and for those wishing, donations to Sts Peter and Paul Melkite Catholic Church, would be appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
Fadi Habbouche & Family
Vania Karam
I went to university with Kelly. He is close in age to me and it is so sad to hear of his early passing. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Hala Rashed & Gabriel Fahel
So sorry for your loss. Hala will always remember Kel towering over his lifelong friends as they hung out each lunch hour in front of Hillcrest blaring music from that aqua sports car. Mr. Social. And Gaby and Ollie will remember the football game they attended with Kel and Amo Claude. Love.
Rafic Chedid
I’m truly at a loss for words. Taken from us far too soon, but I find comfort in knowing he’s now smiling beside Christ. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Dolly Aina
Our deepest condolences to all of Kelly's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. May Kelly rest in peace! 🙏🏻
Dolly Aina & my parents (Samih & Thérèse Aina)
Amal Jabbour Asfour
Our deepest condolences to entire family!
May God give you strength and comfort during your time of sorrow!
May he rest in Peace and Kelly’s memories be eternal!
Amal Asfour and family ( Montreal)
The Peloso Family
To Tarek and family,
Our deepest condolences, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Naji Estephan and family
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Kelly was taken too soon. Sending all our love and strength to the family.
Sandra Walker
Dear Caroline,
I was deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Please know that I am thinking about you and your family at this difficult time. Sending sincere condolences.
Karla Rassi
"Hey cousin!"
I can still hear you saying it with that big smile and easygoing warmth that made everyone feel special.
We’ll miss seeing you around Findlay Creek, running into you at Starbucks or on a random Costco run, always full of energy
Your presence brought light and laughter wherever you went. It won’t be the same without you
Rest easy, Kelly. You will always be in our hearts
With love
Karla Rassi
المسيح قام حقًّا قام
أيها الآب القدوس، الإله الأزلي والكلي القدرة، نبتهل إليك من أجل جميع النفوس الذين دعوتَهم من هذا العالم.أعطهم السرور والنور والسلام. بعد عبورهم الانتقال ليشاركوا القديسين النور الأبدي، كما وعدتَ إبراهيم ونسله.لا تسمح لروحهم بأن تتألم أكثر، وتكرّم بإقامتهم مع القديسين يوم القيامة والمكافأة.اغفر لهم لكي يبلغوا معك الحياة الأزلية في الملكوت الأبدي.بيسوع المسيح، ابنك، في وحدة الروح القدس.