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Matthews Murphy, Dawn

MATTHEWS MURPHY, Dawn

1942 - 2025

June 6, 1942 – January 18, 2025

lt is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Dawn Murphy (nee Matthews) at the age of 82, on January 18, 2025, surrounded by loving family.

Born in Montreal, Dawn and her family moved to Aylmer when she was a young teenager, where she would spend most of her life. She worked many years at the E.B. Eddy company and in retail, before retiring to care for her beloved grandchildren, Murphy and Madison. A devoted family woman, Dawn was deeply involved in her daughter and grandchildren's lives and was especially proud to be their "hockey grandma." Her unwavering faith was the foundation of her life, guiding her through every challenge and joy. As a devoted believer, her spiritual practices provided her with deep comfort.

Above all, Dawn will be remembered for her kindness, loyalty, and generosity.

Dawn will be profoundly missed by her loving daughter Kelly-Ann; her cherished grandchildren Murphy (Geneviève Gauvreau) and Madison; her sweet great-grandson Éloi; her sister Bev (Tom Reasbeck); many nieces and nephews; and friends near and far.

Dawn was predeceased by her father Walter "Buddy", her mother Florence, her brothers Richard "Dick" and Bill and her sister Janet.

The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Château Symmes retirement residence, as well as staff of the 7th floor at the Hull Hospital, including doctors Dao, Leduc, and Laafou for their compassionate care for Dawn in her final days.

Funeral mass will take place at St. Mark's the Evangelist Church, 160 rue Principale, Gatineau, QC, Canada, J9H 3MB, on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 11 a.m.  Family will receive condolences as of 10 a.m.

ln lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.

Online condolences may be made via www.cfo.coop

 

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Kelly, Bev and family

My sincere sympathy on the passing of your precious Mother and sister. Dawn and I had a good friendship over the years. Her sense of humor was contagious. She will be very missed by so many friends from St. Mark's. May God's light shine on you at this difficult time . Sympathy Anne Beattie

Anne Beattie, January 23, 2025

Kelly-Ann, Murphy and Madison

Nos plus sincères condoléances à vous tous.
Elle était vraiment une bonne personne qu’on a eu la chance de côtoyer dans les arénas, elle était toujours souriante et aimable avec nous.
Nos pensées vous accompagnent dans ces moments difficiles.
Elle veille maintenant sur vous

Josee Dagenais et Alain Perron

Josee Dagenais, January 23, 2025

Kelly Murphy

Our sincere condolences to you and your family. To have your Mom leave you is such a great loss. Sandy remembers Dawn’s kindness great meals and certainly had the welcome mat out anytime he visited Ottawa
U/Sandy and Florence

Sandy and Florence Murphy, January 23, 2025

Dawn Murphy Matthew’s family

I wish to send my sincere condolences Dawn was a special friend of mine when I was young She was always very kind to me I very much appreciated her kindness and friendship
She was the sister of my best friend Bill
We used to take the same bus to work together I always looked forward to seeing her We enjoyed talking together
We had many laughs together
She and her family were very good to me when l was younger l always appreciated her and thank her and her family for being so good to me
My condolences
Peter and Louise Hall
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Peter and Louise Hall, January 23, 2025

Dawn murphy

I was bless to know you Dawn and your mom and all your family, know I am sure you are in peace with god and the rest of your family, I would like to offer my sympathy to all the family . Send all my love Ginette ( nurse of your mom)


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Ginette pigeon, January 23, 2025

Dawn Murphy

Kelly-Ann, Madison, Murphy and family
We are thinking of you with respect of the loss of your mom and grandmother. Through all of you, we know she was a lovely lady with a kind soul. You are very fortunate to always have had her in your lives.

Evangeline Chisholm & Family

Evangeline Chisholm, January 25, 2025

Kelly-Ann et sa famille

Ma chère Kelly-Ann,
Il est toujours triste de perdre un être cher,surtout sa maman.
Mes plus sincères condoléances et je vous gardes dans mes prières et pensées! Amitiés!
Lise Larose xxx

Lise Larose , January 25, 2025

Kelly Ann and family

My deepest sympathy to all Dawn’s family and friends. She was one of my best friends I loved her so much and will miss the love she gave to me so many times as we celebrated our birthdays together.

Diane Burns , January 27, 2025

À la famille Murphy

Dawn Murphy,
Quel heureux bonheur d'avoir été ta voisine d'en face au Aylmer Arms... On as bien ri, ensemble , ton départ m'as beaucoup peiné...je sais qu' il
Faut partir un jour...mais...
Mes condoléances à toutes la famille elle en parlait avec tant de tendresse..

Marie Pacheco , January 27, 2025

Dawn Matthew’s Murphy Family

Dawn was a wonder friend. She had a great sense of humour and always made us laugh. Sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Wendy Kerr

Wendy Kerr, January 28, 2025

Kelly-Ann et ses proches

Kelly-Ann,

Je désire vous exprimer à toi et tes proches toute ma compassion suite au décès de ta mère. Mes pensées les plus sincères sont avec toi et tes proches. Je vous souhaite de trouver la paix et le soutien dans ces moments difficles.

Un ami,

G. Allard

Guy Allard, January 29, 2025

Kelly-Ann and family

Our sincerest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your mom. The loss of a mother is very profound. We hope that you can find peace in the cherished memories and know that your mom will always be by your side.

Micheline Brown, January 31, 2025

Dawn Murphy

We were very sad to hear of Dawn's passing. Our deepest sympathy to her family.

Howard & Charlotte Callahan, January 31, 2025

Kelly-Anne Murphy et sa famille

C'est avec une très grande tristesse que j'ai appris le décès de ton adorable mère. En ces moments difficiles, je tiens à te faire part de mes plus sincères condoléances. Je partage ta peine et pense bien fort à toi.

Nathalie Barrette, February 1, 2025

Kelly-Ann and Family

Dear Kelly-Ann, Murphy, and Madison,

The loss of your beloved mother and grandmother is deeply felt, and our hearts go out to you. Though I didn’t have the privilege of knowing her personally, from our past conversations and her beautiful obituary, it’s clear she was an extraordinary woman—one who raised an amazing human being: you, Kelly-Ann.

Her spirit lives on in the lives she touched, and her love will always be a part of you. May you find comfort in the precious memories you shared and strength in the love surrounding you during this unimaginable time.

"Flowers every night 
Blossom in the sky; 
Peace in the Infinite, 
At peace am I.”
    ~Rumi~

Please accept our deepest condolences. Wishing you peace and healing.

With love,
Renata and Saviz

Mortazavi Family, February 2, 2025

Kelly-Ann and family

My condolences, Kelly, regarding your Mom, and my condolences to you, Allan, Madison, Murphy, and all family members. Dawn was a lovely lady.

Mel Simoneau, February 4, 2025

Kelly-Ann, Madison, Murphy and family

Dear Kelly-Ann, Madison, Murphy and family,
We are thinking of you all and sending you our thoughts and prayers. Aunt Dawn was such a wonderful and lovely lady and her memory will be a blessing to us all.

Bonnie MacInnis, February 4, 2025