Vera Joan Clemenhagen née McGarry

Vera passed away peacefully on February 4th, 2025, at the age of 83 after a strong battle with Parkinsons. She was predeceased by her husband Hugh of 59 years. Vera is survived by her sons Jeffry (Wendy Rochester) and Steven and grandchildren Marjorie, Dane and Cole. Vera will be missed by nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

 Born and raised in Buckingham, Quebec to Walter McGarry and Ella Bigelow, Vera was the youngest of three with sister Shirley (Ted) Price and brother Emmett (Marie) McGarry. Vera was active with her church, both with St. Stephens Anglican in Buckingham and St.Johns Glen Almond. 

 Vera worked for the Federal Government for nearly 30 years and finished her career at the Office of the Auditor General of Canada in the Personnel department. Vera loved being a grandmother and spending time with her grandchildren. Vera loved to cook, to garden, to read and to travel.

 Vera and Hugh have spent the last years together at the Osgoode Care Centre outside of Ottawa. Much thanks to the PSWs, Nurses, Staff and Management for their dedication to their care,

 Family and friends are invited to visit at the Cadieux Funeral Home, 322 Avenue de Buckingham (Gatineau) on Thursday, February 13th from 3:00pm until time of the Celebration of Life service in the Chapel at 4:00pm. 

 In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Osgoode Care Centre - 7650 Snake Island Road. Metcalfe. ON K0A 2P0.