1932-2025 Peacefully, at the age of 93, from natural causes, the family of Robert (Bob) Burns tearfully said goodbye to this gentle soul on December 13, 2025. He has left us to join his much missed loved ones, particularly his beloved wife, Helen Edwards (2012), daughter Bonnie Jean (1979), and parents Martin Burns (1976) & Jessie McFadden (1979). Left to mourn are children Laurie (Perry Watson), Bruce (Corinne Ramey), Wally (Debra Hidlebaugh and the late Karen Findlay (2010)

Born: March 8, 1935 Joined OFD: December 2, 1957 Retired: March 31, 1995 Deceased: December 9, 2025 Surrounded by family at The Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at the age of 90 years.   Allen was a proud retired Ottawa Firefighter who had wisdom for all that knew him. He was a thoughtful and caring man that dedicated his life to his family.   Beloved husband of the late Joan (née Matt). Loving and dedicated father of Wendy Cotie and Wanda

Born: May 30, 1944 Joined OFD: May 20, 1969 Retired: May 31, 2004 Deceased: November 30, 2025 John McDonald, retired District Chief with the Ottawa Fire Department, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at the age of 81.   Born and raised in Ottawa, John spent his life in service to others. His decades with the Ottawa Fire Department remain a source of pride for his family and all who worked beside him.   John’s heart was always with his family. He is lovingly remember