Stewart Melanson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Stewart Melanson (Arnprior, Ontario), who passed away on May 5, 2026 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Stewart Melanson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his son Bernie; his parents, William Melanson and Alice Melanson; his sister Evelyn Johnston (Bill); and his close friend Grant.

He is survived by: his wife Vivian Melanson; his daughter Joy; his son-in-law Brian Pountney; his grandchildren, Becky (Josh Syme) and Dustin (Olivia Nelson); his great grandchildren, Leah, Colton and Walker; his daughter Patsy Dowd (Ritchie); his grandchildren, Erin Robertson (Jason) and Lindsay Lascelle; and his siblings, Shirley Ellison (Doug), June Clough (late Butch) and Glenn Melanson (Lori). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In memory of Stewart, donations may be made to the Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew where he was so well cared for by the staff.