In Memory of Ena Karolyn Hayes
On Tuesday September 3, 2024, Ena, at the age of 80 passed away surrounded by her family and friends.
She was a wife, mother, grandmother, special auntie, great aunt, great-great aunt, and dear friend.
She was beloved by her husband Douglas Hayes for 61 years. The loving mother of Tracey (Paul), and Derek (Juniper). Proud grandmother of Mikaela, Sibyl, and Sydney. Loving Aunt to Maureen, Lyle, Marilyn, Joan, Nancy, and Katie. Predeceased by parents Eveard and Ilene McCormick, her brother Hugh (Margaret), and sister Theresa (Francis).
Friends may visit Heritage Funeral Complex, 1250 Trim Rd. Ottawa, Ontario on Friday September 13th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday September 14th at St. Andrew’s United Church, 2557 Old Montreal Rd. Cumberland, Ontario at 11am. Immediately followed by a reception at Maple Hall across the street from St. Andrew’s Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Andrew’s United Church in Cumberland, Parkinson Canada, or the Canadian Cancer Society.
A special thanks to the staff at Chapel Hill Retirement Residence, the Orleans Palliative Care Team, and the dedicated doctors and nurses of the MAID program for their care and compassion in her final days.
*For those unable to attend, the funeral service may be streamed virtually by following the following link : https://www.youtube.com/live/m807B2yVJgk?feature=shared*
Ena was always such a friendly person and her care for others so apparent in everything she did, despite her own struggles. It was an honour to have known her.
Ena was a true force for goodness and kindness.
She was the person who helped Catherine and I get married at St. Andrews.
We truly loved her.
Rest in peace beautiful lady.
Ches
Our deepest condolences. You were great neighbours and always up for a good chat
Frances and John
Ena, I remember the day we met. That day and every time we got together you made me a raspberry pie. You showed my boys love from the time we met (Thomas was 1) I will forever hold you in my cherished memories. I am soo happy I got to see you and say goodbye in July. Doug, Tracey Derek and Juniper love yall so much. Your in my thoughts and prayers
Terry
My deepest condolences to Tracey Derek and Doug many fond memories as a next door neighbor
I recall the 1st time right after I moved she called out thru window and ask me over for a piece of Homeade chocolate cake and over the 12 yrs was history of friendship I’m glad that she is now pain-free and at piece
We met Ena through the Irish Ceili dance community. She was a beautiful, friendly, welcoming, positive and kind person and lovely to chat with. She will be very much missed.
Our deepest sympathies to Doug and all the family.
Austin & Mary Comerton
My Deepest condolences to Doug Tracy and Derick and all the family, She will be dearly missed.
Thank you for all the cottage days, pies and fudge, the “oh say” catchphrase, teddy bear picnics, North Carolina road trips, Irish dancing, airplane flying, unconditional love and happiness. This is just goodbye for now. Love you forever mum mum💜
My thoughts and prayers are with Doug and family. I knew Ena since our childhood days. She was always a kind and caring person. I will never be able to repay her and Doug for their kindness to me when I was sick a few yrs ago. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends and community. Rest in peace dear Ena.. Elizabeth Somerville
Heartfelt condolences. May all the memories shared bring you comfort during this sad time.
Jim and Colleen Levesque.
Our sympathy to Doug and family. We will miss Aunt Ena’s smile and laugh. She was a wonderful Aunt and knew all the history of our family. i will think of her when I wear purple. We have many good memories and will keep her in our hearts forever.
Love, Katie Platts and Jim Cheeseman
Met Ena and Doug through the Ottawa Irish dance community. Very fond memories of Set dancing in Ottawa, Toronto and even Chicago. Lovely woman, lots of laughs, so much fun, and great tasting soda bread! Deepest condolences to Doug and family, she touched so many.
Doug and Family. We are very sorry to hear of your wife Ena’s passing . Our Sympathy to you and your Family
Garry and Vaila Amell .
Sincere condolences to Doug and the family.
Yvon and Thérèse Proulx