Carmel (Couture) Bockstael Obituary
The family of Carmel (Couture) Bockstael (Ottawa, Ontario) announces her passing on November 1, 2026. Carmel, born on September 10, 1927, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jules Couture and Léa Couture; her siblings, Butch, Paul, Ray, Yvette and Claudette; her daughter Joanne; and her husband Joseph.
She is survived by: her children, Gerald, Robert and Claudette; her grandchildren, Matthew, Kessya and Henry; and her niece Susan Gwyer. She is also survived by numerous nephews and nieces.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, November 11th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & Mc (1200 Ogilvie Rd, Ottawa, ON K1J8V1). A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Lord Roman Catholic Church (2414 Ogilvie Rd, Ottawa, ON K1J7N5). A reception will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 at 2:30 PM at the St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery (2757 St Joseph Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1C1G4).
In lieu of flowers, donations in Carmel's memory to The Shepherds Of Good Hope. (https://www.sghottawa.com) would be appreciated by the family.
