Agatha Thissen

THISSEN, Agatha (Née Hong Ting) 1939-2019 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Agatha, just twelve days after her 80th birthday, on June 3, 2019, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Her faith brought her great strength, calm and acceptance. Beloved wife of John Thissen, cherished mother of Sonya (Taylor), devoted and loved grandmother of Siena. Sister of Barbara (Maurice), Joseph (Dan), Annette (Hartmut), Bertram (Jean), Allison, Hubert (Yolande) and Johanne. Sister-in-law to Maria, Theo and Martina (John). Aunt to more than eighty nieces and nephews. She touched many lives with her gentle manner, kindness and thoughtfulness. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 12 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home, 1411 Hunt Club Road, Ottawa. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, June 13 at 11 a.m. at St. Leonard Parish, 5332 Long Island Road, Manotick. In lieu of flowers, donations to Chalice Canada would be appreciated.