Conboy, Brenda Wynn (née Cox)
January 31, 1940- May 30, 2021
After a beautiful day in her garden, Brenda Conboy passed away suddenly, and painlessly at home on the evening of May 30th, 2021. She was a beloved mother to Mika, Paula (Ron), Kim (Gray), and Dave (Lisa), loving grandmother to Eric (Carrie), Cesare, Emma, Alanna, Gabriel, Carter, Annika, Sierra, Jacob and Ben, nurturing great grandmother to Daniel, Lexie and Hailey, cherished wife to Stuart Smith and much-loved lifelong friend and support to his children and grandchildren. Brenda was a dear friend to so many. We will all carry a piece of her in our hearts forever, and be inspired by how she lived up to her very last day with joy, compassion and flair.
Born in Toronto and raised in Ottawa, Brenda attended Glebe Collegiate and graduated from Carleton University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She was a talented potter, an enthusiastic guitar player and could creatively and lovingly pull together a gourmet meal with whatever she had on hand. Stuart’s students in Rome were in awe of her rooftop creations made on a hot plate and a toy stove. Brenda treasured her time at the cottage, relaxing on the 5 o’clock dock, visiting with friends around the lake or welcoming the next group of visitors.
Brenda passionately poured her heart and soul into Tungasuvvingat Inuit and truly embodied its value of being “a place where Inuit are welcome”.
Our beautiful matriarch, through your example you encouraged us all to be the best version of ourselves. We were given much and are grateful, but the loss of your physical presence cannot be described.
Due to pandemic restrictions, a private family graveside ceremony will be held at Hall’s Cemetery, Wakefield, Québec. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
No flowers or gifts please. In honour of her dedication and commitment to the Ottawa Inuit community, Mum would have loved you to consider supporting Tungasuvvingat Inuit using the link provided below.
--------->>> Donate to Tungasuvvingat Inuit <<<---------