Renée Laurette Cummings

January 3, 1934 – December 3, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Renée Laurette Cummings (nee Paradis) on December 3rd, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Center in Oshawa in her 91st year.

She was pre-deceased by her loving husband of 59 years, Robert Henry, and is survived by her children: Daniel (Sue), Karen, Kevin, and Stephen (Lindell); grandchildren: Matthew (Rebecca), Zachary, Cameron, Ysabel, Tyler; and great-grandchildren Makayla and Maisie. Daughter of Ernest Paradis and Blanche Lajoie, she was born in Ottawa, Ontario, and came from a family of eleven children. She will be fondly remembered by her extensive family and friends.

Renée was an avid reader and genealogist who enjoyed researching her family history and spending time with loved ones. She resided at Amica Whitby for the past five years, forming many cherished friendships. Special thanks to the staff at Amica for their kindness and care during her residency.

Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234), on Friday, December 13th, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The funeral service will take place at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 214 Simcoe St. N in Oshawa, on Saturday, December 14th, at 10:30 am, with interment immediately following at Resurrection Cemetery, 355 Taunton Rd East, Whitby.

All are welcome to gather at the church hall for a reception following the service and interment.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the ALS Society of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. Messages of support can be left in the guestbook on Renée’s memorial page.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Oshawa Funeral Home.