General Manager, Ottawa, Kingston & Belleville

Eric Thompson is a third generation Funeral Director with Arbor Memorial. He graduated from Humber College in 2005 with an honours diploma in Funeral Service Education. He is currently working as the General Manager of Ottawa, Kingston & Belleville. With over 12 years working for Arbor, he has become a leader in providing responsive, respectful and meaningful end-of-life services. Eric has a passion for serving and giving back to the community. He is involved with Rotary International, Chamber of Commerce, Sales and Ad Club, and an active member in the local Baptist church.
Our Staff

Richard joined Kelly Funeral Homes in 1979. He is a member of St. Patrick's Parish, U of O Heart Institute Committee and the Royal Canadian Legion, and vice-president of Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club.

Tracy was licensed in 1995. She is a director of Unforgettables Fund, a presenter for Ottawa Victim Services panel, advisory for Collège Boréal and exec. for Ottawa District Funeral Service Association.

Toohey obtained his funeral directors license in 1993 and has been with Kelly Funeral Homes since 2008. He grew up and has resided in Kanata, Ontario since 1978.




Aftercare & Lifestyle


Arbor Memorial Inc. (“Arbor”) is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities by preventing barriers to accessibility and meeting the accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”).
As part of our commitment, we strive to achieve barrier-free accessibility at all Arbor locations nationally.
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