In Hospital after a lengthy illness on Sunday July 8, 2018 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Shannon Thompson. Much loved father of Sean (Stephanie) and Trevor. Cherished Gampy to Michaela. Dear brother of Ann Poirier, Margaret Charron, Maureen Kennedy and predeceased by Anthony, Arthur, Roy, Frank, Patrick and Cecilia. Will be dearly missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends may pay respects from 10 to 11:30 am Friday July 13th at McEvoy Shields Funeral Home 1411 Hunt Club Road, Ottawa. Funeral Mass at 12 noon at St. Bernard Church, 1720 St. Bernard St. Ottawa. In memoriam donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.