Celestine Ough

With deep love and gratitude, we announce the passing of Celestine Ough, 74, of Ottawa, Ontario. Celestine died peacefully on July 17, 2026, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Barrie; daughters, Jackie (Kirk) and Thelma (Neil); and her brothers, George (Tamisha) and Birkby (Minerva).

Celeste was born in Barbados, West Indies and moved to Manitoba, Canada in 1970. She brought her signature zest for life to each city, relocating across Canada numerous times with her military husband and family before happily settling in Ottawa, Ontario, in 1986.

Her passions were caring for her family, volunteering and gardening. Celeste found immense joy in giving back to her community. She volunteered at Heron Emergency Food Centre for over 18 years.

Celeste touched the hearts of many with her kindness and a vibrant spirit. To know Celeste was to know exactly where you stood with her. She knew what she wanted out of life and didn’t shy away from telling you, but she possessed a rare gift: she delivered her honesty with such a lighthearted, joyful spirit that you couldn’t help but smile.

A visitation will be held at the Kelly Funeral Home, 1255 Walkley Rd, Ottawa, on Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. A chapel service will be held Friday, July 24, 2026, at 1:00pm. A celebration of life will be held immediately following the service until 3:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, Celeste kindly requested donations be made to Heron Emergency Food Centre or Cancer.ca . May her memory be a blessing and comfort to those who loved her.

A graveside service of celebration and thanksgiving will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at St. Catherine Anglican Church, where relatives and friends are asked to meet at 4:00 p.m. followed by the interment. Flowers may be sent to Lyndhurst Funeral Home no later than 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday.