DEATH NOTICE: Jocelyne Lise Marie Léger, wife of Captain Martin Appelt (Station 63) passed away.

Jocelyne was born October 17, 1963 and passed away December 1, 2025. She was the beloved wife of CPT Martin Appelt, Station 63, "the best wife, ever" and mother to two daughters, Jacinthe and Angèle. 

Funny and smart, and with a creative, quick mind, she enjoyed drawing and creative cooking. While having a pet raccoon was never a real possibility, she loved the next best alternative - cats. Jocelyne got to enjoy three joyful little kittens for a few weeks before her passing. Jocelyne and Martin share many happy memories, travel experiences and all the good and bad of a wonderful relationship.

Life is too short. When a loved one dies, the finality of it is soul crushing. We would love to be able to spend more time with her. Wherever Jocelyne is now, hopefully she is finally without pain, comfortable and warm, and surrounded by loved ones. 

The care she received at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute was compassionate and excellent. Please donate to the Ottawa Heart Institute in remembrance of Jocelyne.