Brenda Irene Burns (née Byers)

Brenda Irene Burns (née Byers) of Ottawa passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on May 23, 1949, in Winchester, Ontario, she was the second of five children. Brenda was predeceased by her parents, Dr. Wilmer Mason Byers and Irene Catherine Blair, and her sister Noreen Byers. She is survived by her siblings Jim (Fran), Eleanor (Robert), and Bill (Brenda); her three children, Jennifer (Trevor), Ian (Kate), and Matt (Karen); and her seven grandchildren, Lily, Thomas, Fiona, Naomi, Brooke, Henry, and Anna. A graduate of Queen's University, Brenda dedicated over 40 years to her career as a physiotherapist in Ottawa. She was known for her welcoming home in Manor Park, where she fostered community and cherished family gatherings. Brenda will be remembered for her humor, kindness, and the deep connections she nurtured throughout her life.