Obituary of Martin Joseph Defalco

Survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Dorothy (D’Aoust) Defalco, his children Connie, Katherine, Frank (Chiayi Kuo), David (Mitulika Chawla) and Laura (Michael Whitfield), his grandchildren Leah-Anne, Tanya, Sandra, Mia, Julia, Cynthia, Sam, Anika and Maia, his siblings Terry (Pat), Ronnie (Belinda), Elizabeth and Ron (Sandy) Conway and many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his parents Francesco “Cecco” and Catherine Gertrude “Gertie” (O’Rourke) and his siblings Steve, Frank, Mary, Connie, and Dennis. 

Martin grew up in Ottawa on Pamilla Street in “The Village” and is fondly remembered by his many lifelong childhood friends.  He also spent many years in Montreal raising his family and working at the National Film Board of Canada where he had a long career as an editor, writer, and director. When he retired, he moved back home to Ottawa.

The family wishes to express their thankfulness and appreciation to Paramed’s home care team and Bayshore Healthcare’s palliative care team for their ongoing support during the last few months of Martin’s life.

In memory of Martin/Dad/Gramps, read a book, watch a movie, enjoy a good meal, travel the world, and, most importantly, stay connected with family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, January 26th from 1 to 4 pm at the Pinecrest Visitation Centre, 2500 Baseline Rd, Ottawa Ontario K2C 3H9.

All are welcome.