It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Toni Deneige Duguay on September 1, 2022, at the age of 51 following a courageous battle with cancer.
Toni is survived by her parents, Charlette and Léo Duguay, her sister Tari Duguay (Jason Ng), her nephews Gradon and Rhys, her uncles and aunts (Robert and Joanne, Gerald and Diane, Henri), as well as her many cousins and extended family.
She was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba and later moved to Ottawa with her family and attended the University of Ottawa. In 1997, Toni earned her Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Studies and her Masters of Science in Space Studies from the University of North Dakota, while also obtaining her commercial pilot’s license and her instructor’s certification.
Upon graduation, Toni was employed by CAE in the flight simulator industry in Montreal. Following that, she worked for 17 years with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), during which time she served in Afghanistan.
She was an avid globe trotter, having travelled to Japan, Lebanon, Bali, India, Dubai, Morocco, a great deal of Europe and much of North America. It is with sadness she will not be joining her friends on their celebratory trip to France this month.
Toni was a committed athlete who enjoyed golf and hockey, as well as team handball in her younger years, where she met some of her dearest friends. Last season, she was a billet mom for one of the Ottawa 67s players and enjoyed a wonderful year with him and their amazing organization.
She was a devoted aunt to her two nephews, never missing a hockey game, a school activity or an opportunity to spend time with them.
Her family wishes to thank the Ottawa Cancer Centre and the Home and Community Care Support Services, whose assistance was invaluable in her time of need.
Friends, colleagues and relatives are invited to gather at the Sacred Space of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. in Ottawa, on Friday, September 9th after 9 a.m. A celebration of Toni’s life will be held at 10 a.m. followed by a reception in her honour. In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations may be made to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation for Cancer Research.
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Jack and Lyn Murta
So very sorry to hear the news regarding your dear daughter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you and your family. With love, Jack and Lyn
Kelly Gray
Leo, Charlette and Tari…I am heart broken by this news. I have such fond memories of Toni and your family growing up. Even though we lost touch, I thought of her and her family often. My deepest sympathies. I take comfort knowing she is at peace.
Robert (Bob) Sanscartier
Je suit tellement désolé d'apprendre cette triste nouvelle. Je vous souhaite tout le courage nécessaire pour traverser cette épreuve des plus difficile. Mes prières et pensées sont avec vous.
Rob & Arlene Nicholson
Dear Leo & Charlotte,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. We are very saddened to hear the news of your beautiful daughter, Toni. Please know you are in our thoughts and particularity in our prayers. Our heartfelt condolences.
Rob & Arlene Nicholson
Midge Philbrook
My heart goes out to you both on such a loss. What a remarkable lady and life she had. Her loss will leave such a hole in your heart but the memory of her obviously wonderful nature and accomplishments will offer some sort of healing.
Peter MacKay
Leo, Charlotte, Teri + family , please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved Toni. Her dynamic vibrant zest for life was lesson for all. We hope the pain + loss you are feeling will be lessened by the comfort and love of your family and many friends + warm memories of her. We send our condolences and prayers at this troubled time.
Peter , Elmer + the MacKay family
Dorothy Dobbie
What a beautiful life for a beautiful woman.
Francine Sabourin
My deepest condolences Tari and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you allduring this difficult time.
Brenda Morrissey and Keith Penner
Dear Leo and Charlette, we are both saddened to learn of the loss of your daughter Toni. We will keep you in our prayers. God bless you .
Brenda and Keith
Dear Charlette, Tari and Leo please accept my heartfelt condolences. I have only heard and read wonderful stories about Teri including her very courageous battle with cancer. May warm memories help soften your sorrow. xo