Obituary of Charlotte Lesway

Charlotte Lesway

(nee Cavanagh)

With heavy hearts yet filled with gratitude for a long and well lived life,

the Lesway family of Kinburn announces that their matriarch passed away peacefully at the Fairview Manor in Almonte

on Wednesday afternoon, April 22, 2026.

Charlotte Eleanor Lesway, a lifelong resident of Kinburn was 96 years of age.

Beloved wife of the late Russell Lesway who predeceased her March 5, 2018.

Dearly loved and devoted Mom of Doreen Gough (Mike), Hugh, Lynda Cull (late Marvin),

Ron (Patty), Gary (Linda), Grant (Jody), Karen Courchesne (Rob) and Donnalea Miller (Dean).

Lovingly remembered Nanny of 20 grandchildren NanNan of 24 great-grandchildren.

Predeceased by a grandson, James and a great-grandson, Alexander.

Dear sister of Ellen Preece.

Predeceased by 2 brothers: Wallace Cavanagh (late Helen) and Harold Cavanagh (late Margaret)

as well as 1 sister, Anna Mussell (late Clarence).

Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Daughter of the late Harvey and Isabel (nee Wallace) Cavanagh.

Charlotte and Russell worked hard to establish and operate Lesway & Sons Inc. in Kinburn.

While providing employment for many in the community, the trucking business carved out a living for Russell and Charlotte while their family grew and expanded over the years.

Charlotte was the hub of the family.

Always at the ready to welcome family and friends alike, she enjoyed the visits and drop-ins while always making sure no one left hungry.

Her wisdom and kindness are but a couple of the attributes she shared that will be long remembered by those who knew her.

A gentle and generous soul has earned her rest.

Heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Dr. Ray, the nurses and staff at both Orchardview by the Mississippi

and Fairview Manor in Almonte for the amazing care provided to Charlotte while she was in your care.

Your kindness and attention will not be forgotten.

Charlotte’s final arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the

Pilon Family Funeral Home in Arnprior

where visitation will be held on Thursday morning, April 30^th from 9:30 to 11:45.

A Service to honour and celebrate Charlotte’s life will take place in the Pilon Family Chapel on Thursday at 12 noon followed by a reception at Pilon’s.

The service will be webcast live for those unable to attend.  Click Here

Interment Pakenham Union Cemetery.

In her memory, a donation made to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation would be appreciated by the family.