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Dr. Roger Emsley, of Hawkesbury, originally from England, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the age of 89. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Patricia Emsley (n\u00e9e Kassapian); his cherished children, Jackie (Wayne), the late Michelle, and Helen (Denis) as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers and friends. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Hawkesbury General Hospital for their exceptional care, compassion, and kindness shown to Roger and his family. Roger came to Hawkesbury in the 1970s with his wife and children to begin his medical practice and build a life for his family. Over the years, Hawkesbury became much more than the place where he lived and worked\u2014it became his home. He was deeply proud to call Hawkesbury home and especially grateful for the opportunity to care for generations of local families. A funeral service will be taking place in private. Funeral arrangements was entrusted to BERTHIAUME FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 416 McGill Street, Hawkesbury (Ontario) 877-632-8511.
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