Obituary of Doris Stewart

(nee Jones)

August 4, 1936 – January 29, 2024

(Retired-Registerd Nurse, Renfrew Victoria Hospital)

Doris Stewart, 87, peacefully passed away on Monday January 29, 2024, at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Ottawa, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Morris Stewart (2017) and loving mother of Greg Stewart (Kristie), Heather Buchwald (Mark), and Lyle Stewart (Jenifer). Doris was a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her siblings Ruby, Bill, Donald, Dorothy, Glenn, and Lorraine, and remembered with love by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Allan and Gordon. Daughter of the late Thomas and Luella (Rathwell) Jones. Doris embraced a life of compassion and service as a registered nurse. She embarked on her professional journey with the Royal Victorian Order of Nurses and later dedicated over forty years of service at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital. Beyond her professional endeavors, Doris was a stalwart member of the White Lake United Church, where she found joy in contributing to the U.C.W., serving as an organist, and leading the choir. Her kitchen talents, especially her baking, added a sweet melody to the memories shared with loved ones. Doris’ arrangements have been entrusted to the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior where visitation will be held Thursday February 1, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Friday February 2, 2024 at the Boyce Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow at the Boyce Reception Centre. Spring Interment White Lake Community Cemetery. In memory of Doris, a donation may be made to the Canadian Bible Society or the Renfrew Victoria Hospital.