Lynn Frances Bissett, age 78, passed away on January 7, 2026, in Ottawa, Ontario.
Lynn was raised in the St. Catharines area and graduated from the University of Guelph. It was there that she met Wayne Bissett and in 1969 they married, beginning a loving partnership that spanned nearly 60 years. They initially lived in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, where Lynn worked as a high school teacher and Wayne completed his studies at the University of Waterloo.
In 1974, Lynn and Wayne moved to Ottawa, ultimately settling in Blackburn Hamlet, a community that became central to their family life. While raising her two young sons Scott & Andrew, Lynn was also an active and caring presence in the neighborhood, volunteering in a variety of capacities, including the Canadian Cancer Society and the Block Parent program.
As her two sons grew older, Lynn rediscovered her passion for teaching. She returned to school to earn her Early Childhood Educator certification, which led to many fulfilling years as a teacher at Blackburn Hamlet Preschool. Lynn took great pride in nurturing young children and supporting their early learning with patience, warmth, and dedication.
Lynn will be tremendously missed by her devoted husband, Wayne, her sons Scott (Carla) and Andrew (Julie), and her cherished grandchildren Abigail, Isla, and Sam. She is also lovingly remembered by her brothers Don (Beth) and Doug (Jan) Gayman, and her sister-in-law Pat Armstrong (Herb). Lynn was predeceased by her older sister, Andrea Rollins (Gene) and parents Robert & Joan Gayman.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Dementia Care team at Bruyère Health for their compassion, kindness, and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Care at Bruyère Health or the Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County would be appreciated.
Lynn will be remembered for her deep love of family, friends, and the quiet but lasting impact she made on her community.
A service for family and friends will be held at a later date.
Digital Guestbook
Marion Hinton
Jim Livermore
So sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts are with you Wayne and family. Jim and Sandy
Dale and Phyllis Frost
A wonderful caring friend and a devoted teacher of young children. I loved working with Lynn and also being a friend of the family
Marcia Colter-Burns
Our mother is a resident next to Lynn at Bruyere. We met Wayne on many occasions and shared many smiles, support and moments as families. Our thoughts are with your family.
Marilyn Williamson
My thoughts are with you Wayne and your family at this difficult time. Hang on to all your wonderful memories. Marilyn
Richard McMullen
Wayne and family,
Please accept our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Linda and Donnie Lee
Our sincere sympathy to the Bissett family in their loss of our dear old friend ...May She Rest in Peace and May God Bless Her Soul.
Ian and Diana Dale
We are sorry indeed to hear this news. We remember Lynn with great affection. We enjoyed her friendly disposition. We had in common with her especially an enthusiasm for gardening, sharing tips both in the garden plot next to ours and in our respective small back gardens. We recall the days when she used to bring some of her pupils from the Blackburn Hamlet Preschool over to the garden plots to give then an idea of where their food came from before it reached the grocery store. Ian and Diana Dale
Bill and Winnie Lee
Wayne, so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Lynn. Please accept our sincere sympathy and our deepest condolences.
Peter and Regina Belling
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Wayne. We are ever so glad to have met Lynn at your retirement gathering. My friend, please accept our deepest condolences..........
Our thoughts are with you Wayne and your family at this time. Love Toots