It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Kruse, age 54, who passed away peacefully on August 30, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at the Ottawa Hospital after a courageous battle with bile duct cancer.
Jennifer was happiest when preparing a big meal for a house full of the people she loved. No matter how big the occasion, she was always up early in the kitchen preparing a meal from scratch. Her relentless drive to make sure everyone around her was happy, fed, and taken care of will never be forgotten. The love and compassion she showed towards her family and friends was also displayed during her many years as a nurse, where she took a great amount of pride in being able to care for others.
Jennifer will be deeply missed by her husband Denis, and her three children Cedric, Sacha, and Ella. She will also be missed by her dog Marty, who never left her side throughout her illness.
We would like to extend our most sincere gratitude to all the staff at the Ottawa Hospital who provided exceptional care to our beloved Jennifer. You truly ensured that she was treated with expertise and compassion, while providing support to our family in our most difficult times.
Friends and family are invited to her Celebration of Life at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) on Saturday, September 9 beginning at 9:00am, Ceremony at 10:00am, followed by a reception.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made in her name to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation – Cancer Research.
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Maggy kyrollos
Mes sincères condoléances à toi Denis et à toute la famille.
Trevor Flood
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss and our thoughts are with you and your family.
Jeannie Martin (St. John’s, NL)
Denis, Cedric, Sacha and Ella - so sorry to hear of Jennifer’s passing. I had the occasion to socialize with Jennifer on many occasions over the past twenty years when I visited my niece across the street from you. I always enjoyed chatting with her, especially about her shopping escapades. She adored her children and was very proud of each of you. May you find comfort in remembering happy times together as a family. Thinking of you at this difficult time, in sympathy - Jeannie
Martin McCoy
Dear Denis, Cedric, Sacha and Ella,
I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to understand the loss you feel.
To Cedric, Sacha and Ella,
I'm sure you already know this, but your mother was an incredibly caring and loving mother, and equally so as a person. I am truly saddened to learn of her passing and I am eternally grateful to have known such a wonderful person.
Rolande D’Amour
Mes sincères sympathies à votre famille et vos proches. Jennifer était tellement généreuse et adorait sa famille.
Stephen Kruse (Princeton NJ)
I was shocked and very saddened to learn of Jennifer's untimely passing. My late parents Murray and Nancy were extremely fond of her. It was many years ago, but Jennifer always left a vivid impression, whether having fun on the beach at Haldimand or at family events (e.g. baptism ceremonies). My sincere condolences to Denis and to her children.
Estelle C. (FRANCE)
Toutes mes condoléances à vous, sa famille. J ai rencontré Jennifer lors d une randonnée où l on s était amusé a observer un petit écureuil et nous avions fini la randonnée ensemble à parler de nos deux pays. Elle était rayonnante, elle faisait partie des personnes qui en un sourire arrive a communiqué de la bonne humeur et du bien être. Son métier d infirmière devait être prédestiné!
N ayant plus de nouvelles d elle j ai cherché sur internet et j ai malheureusement découvert son décès... je sais combien elle se battait de toutes ses forces contre la maladie. Elle prendra soin de vous de tout la haut ❤️
Grosse pensée a toute sa famille.
Estelle
Denis, I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. My thoughts are with you and your family.