It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the unexpected and sudden passing of Jacques Robert Whissell on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at the age of 80. Devoted, loving husband and best friend of Jocelyne Chapleau. Proud father of Lucie (John Mackey), Danielle (Don Miller), Helene. Grandfather of Mathiew, Nicole (Mike), James & JessieLee Lancaster (David Hawkwsell). GG of Bruce Hawkswell. Brother of Woilford (Danielle), Marcel (Jean) and the late Colette Kingsbury. He also leaves several nieces and nephews, sister in law Yolande Chapleau-Bourque.
His kindness, generosity and laughter will be missed by all who knew him. RIP my sweetheart!!
Friends and family may gather on Monday, May 6, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home 1411 Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, ON. A funeral Service will follow in the chapel. His funeral service may also be viewed live at https://fweb.tv/121843 Private inurnment to follow at a later date.
Donations to the Ottawa Food Bank would be appreciated.