Jonathan's obituary
In disbelief, Jonathan Christopher Roberts, 28, of Ottawa, ON, passed away unexpectedly on February 4th, 2024. Born to Cassandra Roberts, on September 28th, 1995, in LaSalle, QC.
Jon enjoyed a variety roles, with dedications to freelance roofing, home renovation, restaurant services, seasonal snow-removal and instrumental opportunities.
Jon loved writing music and poetry, gaming and had a deep affection for animals. Wherever he went, Jon was passionate about helping others and giving hope. Forever contemplating a career in music and owning a business in roofing.
Jon is survived by Erica Scott; mother to their daughter, Octavia-Rose Roberts; brothers: James and Jason Simpson, Justice Lee Roberts; grandparents, Ted Roberts and Nancy Forsythe (deceased); uncle, Christopher Roberts; aunt, Claire Bedard.
Loved always by second family: Skye MacDiarmid; and brothers, Rory, Forrest, Graeme, Shannen, Bryn.
Beloved by friends and family, with a variety of extended supports: Patty Lascelles; John (Jay) Jacquard; Normand Robidas; Jennifer Deavy; the Lake Family; John South and many others.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 20th, 11am at Lifecentre Church on 2214 Innes Rd, Ottawa, On, with officiants, family and friends.
Requests for memorial donations can be made to:
Right To Heal - rth.ptbo@gmail.com (e-transfer): Outpatient treatment centre in Peterborough, giving Jon hope, dignity and healing.
Ashes To Rubies - unioncitychurch.com/give (e-transfer): Lifestyle recovery centre in Ottawa, gave Jon peace toward vulnerability and courage.
Deepest gratitude to all whom Jon loved and gave his heart a home to rest.
Psalm 61:3-5: “You’ve always given me breathing room, a place to get away from it all. A lifetime pass to your safe-house, an open invitation as your guest. You’ve always taken me seriously, God, made me welcome among those who know and love you.”