It’s with great sadness that we announce that Frances Cordukes, our beloved mother, friend, and mentor passed away on October 22, 2025. She passed away peacefully at Bruyère Health's Saint-Vincent Hospital after a valiant battle with cancer.
Frances was a dedicated and passionate nurse, graduating from the Toronto General Hospital in 1961, and then again from Ottawa University in 1984 with her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
She was committed to her faith, a founding member of her Church, a life long bridge player, and an extremely proud mother and grandmother.
Frances was preceded by her mother and father Viola and Frank Harrison, her brother Thomas, and her husbands, Duncan Clark, Weldon Johnston, and Charles (Ed) Cordukes.
She will be dearly missed by her children, Jeffery (Sandra), Heather (Jim), and Andrea (Tunc) and by her grandchildren Matthew (Laura-Lynn), Kevin, Laura (Iain), Andrew (Corri), and Brooke.
A celebration of life will be held on October 31st, at Trinity Presbyterian Church 1817 Richardson side Road, Carp at 1pm.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation.
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Emma Barron
Kelly Lewis
I am so sorry for your loss Heather and family. Your Mother sounds like an absolute gift to her family and her profession. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this incredibly difficult time. Big hugs my friend! xo
Andrea Parliament
Heather, Andrea and family, Sending you my deepest sympathies at the passing of your mother. Longer lasting than grief are the memories and the love.
Berda Sammon
I will miss having u beside me being original members of Trinity going back to Roger St.Denis where trinity started.
Danielle Carrie
My condolences to Fran's family. It was a pleasure to know Fran, she always had something encouraging to say. She will be missed alot by her church family.
Rob and Sharon Davis
We extend our deepest sympathies to Fran's family. Fran was a very friendly person always encouraging you to do more. We have known her since we moved to Beaverbrook and joined Trinity church in the fall of 1983. She was always friendly and supportive and will be missed by all of us who knew her.
David Osborne
I am sorry for your loss, Heather. Thinking of you during this difficult time. I hope you can find comfort in the happy memories you have.
A beautiful friend who will be sadly missed and with wonderful memories.