It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dr. Denis Cyr at The Ottawa Hospital on March 12, 2021 at the age of 68.
He was the beloved husband of 39 years of Halina (née Gadomski) and the devoted father of Liana, Philippe (Rong Emily Wang) and Nicholas.
He is predeceased by his cherished parents Gertrude (née Constantin) and Alfred Cyr.
He leaves his dear brothers and sisters: Pierre Cyr (France), Gisèle Cyr, Louis Cyr, Julie Cyr Folino (Pino), Monique Cyr (Louis), as well as his nieces and nephews. He also leaves members of his extended family in Canada, the United States, Europe and China.
Born in Montreal, he graduated from McGill University (Master of Science) before attending the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto and spent most of his career as a chiropractor in Blackburn Hamlet, Ottawa. He so enjoyed his profession that he once said he wished he could go back and do it all again. He will be remembered by his patients for his dedication and his constant smile.
Recognized as a man with a big and caring heart, he brought joy and healing to many people. He lived a life filled and fulfilled by what he loved to do and anchored in his devotion to family.
Despite a courageous effort, he lost his battle against leukemia and its complications in under 3 months of his initial diagnosis.
A Gathering to celebrate Denis Cyr will take place in the Sacred Space at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre on Saturday, September 25th, 2021. Friends and Family are invited to gather for visitation after 1 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service starting at 2p.m. followed by inurnment in the columbarium. Due to COVID restrictions and limited space available please reserve your seat at the ceremony attendance by Clicking Here . The event will also be live streamed - Click here to register and obtain a secure link to the livestream.
For those who wish, donations to organizations related to heart health or cancer care and prevention would be appreciated. In memory of Dr. Cyr, consider contributing to community organizations that make a difference in the daily lives of children, families, seniors and / or people with disabilities so that they can enjoy and fully participate in their communities.
Daughter Liana Cyr with support from family and friends arranged a beautiful tribute in Vancouver B.C. where she is living. The Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus), a tree in the VanDusen Botanical Garden, is dedicated to Denis Cyr.
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C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous annonçons le décès soudain du Dr. Denis Cyr à l’Hôpital d’Ottawa le 12 mars 2021 à l’âge de 68 ans.
Il était l’époux bien-aimé de 39 années de Halina (née Gadomski) et le père dévoué de Liana, Philippe (Rong Emily Wang) et Nicholas.
Il est prédécédé de ses parents adorés Gertrude (née Constantin) et Alfred Cyr.
Il laisse ses chers frères et sœurs; Pierre Cyr (France), Gisèle Cyr, Louis Cyr, Julie Cyr Folino (Pino), Monique Cyr (Louis), ainsi que plusieurs neveux et nièces. Il laisse également les membres de sa famille étendue au Canada, les États-Unis, l’Europe et la Chine.
Née à Montréal, il était un gradué de l’Université McGill (Maitrise en Sciences) avant de s’enrôler au Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College de Toronto et a effectué l'essentiel de sa carrière de chiropraticien à Blackburn Hamlet, Ottawa. Bienheureux de sa profession, il n’aurait rien fait de différent si tout était à recommencer. Ses patients se souviendront de lui pour sa dévotion et son sourire permanent.
Reconnu comme un homme sympathique au grand cœur, il apporta de la joie et une guérison apaisante à de nombreuses personnes. Il vécu une vie remplie et épanouie par ce qu’il aimait faire et ancrée dans son dévouement à sa famille.
Malgré une lutte courageuse, atteint de leucémie, il perd son combat seulement à peine 3 mois de son diagnostique initial.
Une Célébration privée de la vie de Denis Cyr aura lieu samedi le 25 septembre 2021 en l'Espace sacrée du Centre commémoratif national Beechwood à 14h. suivie de la mise en niche de l'urne. Étant donné les restrictions et limites d'invités SVP réserver votre place à la Cérémonie avec Ce Lien. Pour ceux qui désirent être présents virtuellement, veuillez vous enregistrer ici pour obtenir le lien à la diffusion web en direct.
Pour ceux qui le désirent des dons aux organismes reliés à la santé cardiaque ou contre le cancer seraient appréciés. En mémoire du Dr. Cyr, envisagez contribuer à des organismes communautaires qui font une différence dans le quotidien d’enfants, de familles, de personnes âgées et/ou défavorisées afin qu’ils/elles puissent continuer de participer à leurs communautés.
Sa fille, Liana Cyr, avec le soutien de parents et amis on mis en place une belle commémoration à Vancouver, où elle demeure. Un arbre Styrax du Japon (Styrax japonicus) est dédié à Denis Cyr aux Jardins botaniques VanDusen.
Digital Guestbook
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Susan Cadieux
I am so saddened by the news of Dr. Cyr’s passing. He treated my husband, son, father, brother and myself over many years. He was always so pleasant to talk to and always had a smile and/or joke for you. It was very obvious that he loved his work. He will be truly missed.
Gail Brown
Dr Cyr will be greatly missed. I am a patient of his for over 18 years. He increased my quality of life after my back injury. I enjoyed his stories and funny jokes. We had many years of laughter together. The community is richer for having him in our lives. My deepest sympathy to his wife and family. He spoke of you all so highly and with a lot of love. Gail Brown
Monika Daniel and Tymoteusz Hawajski
RIP Denis., we will keep you in our prayers. Our deepest condolences and much love to the family.
Gillian Greenham
I was deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Cyr's(Denis) sudden death.
I have so many cherished memories from the time I began working for him when he established his office in Blackburn Hamlet. He was a great doctor to work for and a special friend thereafter. I will remember him for his kindness, generosity and good humour. I will miss him greatly.
My sincere condolences to Halina, his children and his family.
Danielle Beauregard
My condolences to the famely. Denis Cyr was a real joker, full of energy. The type that made you forget that you whent to see him for your pain with all is jokes and stories. Even when he says...be back in 10, try to relax, he is back checking on you with one more joke; what a guy. I will miss is help and sense of humor.
REST IN PEACE Denis
Catherine Gannon
Uncle Denis!
We will miss you greatly. As a child, I appreciated your kindness, silliness, and how you used to belt out old rock songs while driving in the car. As a teenager, I was grateful for your patience and generosity in teaching me how to ski for the first time at Vorlage. As an adult, I developed a deep admiration for your utter devotion to your family, your extended family, and the Orleans/Blackburn Hamlet community. And throughout my life, I always loved your cooking. Your passion for life and devotion to your craft is a lesson for all of us. May you rest in peace knowing you have a very special place in all of our hearts.
Love, Kate (James, Madeleine and Ethan)
Elzbieta Szyrkowiec and Lech Pekalski
Rest in peace Denis.
Deepest sympathies to the whole family.
Neil Papineau and family
My family would like to send our deepest sympathies. We have known Dr Cyr both professionally and in the Blackburn community. It has been over 25 years that I have known him. He was such a caring and thoughtful human being.
Jim Tutton
To Dr Cyr's entire family, I offer my most sincere condolences. I as well was a patient for close to 30 years and shared many a great laugh (and teasing) at the hands of Denis. That's right, I think I was one of the few that had the privilege of addressing him by his first name.
He saved my back so many times over the years that I affectionately referred to him as Dr Pain, his reply would usually be something like "no, you're a pain in the butt, or thank you, I have been called worse".
I will treasure the memories of Dr Cyr! Rest in Peace my friend.
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Cyr. Please accept my condolences and may my prayers help comfort you.