It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Dwight (Dad, Poppa, D-Man, Dwighty) Stephens in the early morning hours on Wednesday January 11, 2023 after a determined 2+ year fight with cancer.
He is survived by his wife (Anne Harris), his two children Samantha (Jordan) and Bill (Julie), his stepchildren Kym and Lee (Paula), his brothers Jack and Donald and his grandchildren Liv, Emma, Liv, Ava, and Jack.
A veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy and a former public servant as Chief of Telecommunications, Dwight will be remembered by his family and friends as an avid golfer and ice cream cone aficionado. He loved quiet mornings at the cottage, overlooking the lake, and time spent with his family. Dwight never missed a birthday (sending cards that sing and explode with glitter), an anniversary, the nightly news, or advising his kids on the latest consumer reports and wise ways in which to save money. Affectionately known as "grumpy", he was a quiet, loving man of few words and a giant heart.
Please join his family in celebrating his life at Capital Funeral Home and Cemetery, 3700 Prince of Wales Drive, Nepean ON on Saturday May 6, 2023 from 1 pm to 3 pm. In memoriam, donations made to Hospice Care Ottawa: Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice are greatly appreciated."
Condolences from family and friends
Posted by Ray Lebeau | 20-Jan-2023
To Anne, Samantha, Bill, Family Members & Friends,
The members of the Canadian Forces Supplementary Radio (SUPRAD) System Oldtimers Association were saddened by the news of Dwight's passing. Those who proudly served with Dwight, will forever remember all of the enjoyable times that were shared. Please know that as members of your extended military family, we will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
'Friends Forever'
Ray Lebeau
We enjoyed having dinner with Dwight and Anne on several occasions down in Florida. He was such a pleasant and interesting fellow. He will be missed by all who knew him. You have our deepest sympathy Anne.