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Courtney Adrianne Ovens

July 8, 2021

Our shining star died on Thursday, July 8, 2021, in a tragic car accident that happened in the blink of an eye. Courtney was born on January 9, 1982, to her loving parents, Bill and Cathy Ovens. She was the sister and best friend of Wesley, and favourite granddaughter of Marion Scholer. Courtney is also survived by her soulmate, Bevin Henning; sister-in-law, Emily Lucyshyn; and nephew, Noah. Courtney had an effervescent personality and a pure heart. She cultivated many meaningful friendships during her life and will be sorely missed as an advocate to her friends. Always an animal lover at heart, she extended her kindness to several rescued cats over the years. Puppy “Izzy” will miss her playdates and walks in the woods exploring. Courtney will be fondly remembered for her ability to always reach out with love and support and to keep family bonds strong. She was and will always be loved unconditionally by her family. We feel so blessed to have had her for 39 years. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 1:00 – 2:45 p.m., at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where a funeral service will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Registration is required to attend the visitation and the service. The family also welcomes friends and family who are unable to attend, to participate in the service via livestream.

To register for visitation please click here: >Registration page for the visitation of Courtney Ovens, on Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 1:00 – 2:45 p.m.

To register for the funeral service, please click here: >Registration page for the funeral service of Courtney Ovens, on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.

To register for the livestream, please click here: >Registration page for the livestream of the funeral service for Courtney Ovens, on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.

Please note: as per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, attendance numbers will be restricted. Please be aware that COVID-19 protocols are in place which may preclude some from being able to attend and masks are mandatory at both indoor and outdoor services.

Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Courtney are asked to consider the Humane Society London & Middlesex or charity of choice. 

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Dear Cathy and Family.. I was deeply saddened to hear of Courtney's tragic passing ! The hole left in your heart must be unbearable as you face this difficult journey ! Hugs to your hearts. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. May your wonderful memories of Courtney and her zest for life give you comfort and peace. Her memory will forever remain in your hearts !

~ Marjorie Emery

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Heather Phillips

Cathy & family, I am very sorry to learn about your daughter's tragic passing. May her best memories be comforting during this difficult time. Thinking of you. Sincere sympathies, Rolande

~ Rolande Joseph

Dear Cathy, Bill and Wes, This is a tragedy no parent or sibling wants to hear. I am so sorry to learn of Courtney's passing. I have such fond memories of Courtney and Kim playing ringette and soccer and of seeing Courtney and Wes at Wilfrid Jury. The grieving will take time and I pray with love and support from family and friends that you will be able to move forward. Take care of yourselves. Blessings, Janet Fleet

~ Janet Fleet

Wes and Family, I'm so terribly sorry to hear about this horrific tragedy. My family and I have been thinking of you all, and we're sending thoughts and prayers your way.

~ Katrina Craig

Oh Cathy and family. I am so sorry to hear about this tragic tragedy. My heart goes out to you all as you struggle through your grief.

~ Lisa Keller

Dear Cathy, Bill and Wes - I learned from Geoff about this terrible tragedy. I am so very sorry and so saddened. She was such a bright light, a wonderful person who I will always remember.

~ Peter Dillon

Dear Cathy, Bill and Wes, We are so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. Courtney was such a huge part of your family, memories of her will live in your hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

~ Marg and Randy Neron

My deepest condolences and love to her family. Courtney was well loved by many. When I heard of Courtney's passing my heart broke. I had the privilege of knowing her both as a colleague and as a dear friend and she will be missed deeply by those who both knew her well and those brief lives she touched passing through. She was a sweet and kind individual , always deep in thought about the world and who even if she went through her own struggles was always there for another. She wore her heart on her sleeve and the world didn't deserve her and there will never be another like her. I will miss her greatly. Til we meet again soul sister, til we meet again.

~ Shona

Dear Cathy and family, I am sad to hear of your tragic loss of Courtney. I too have no words of comfort. Be assured of my thoughts and prayers. You have a little bit of heaven in your hearts now, as you recall fond memories that can never be taken. Rosalie ( co worker of Cathy)

~ Rosalie Markham

Dear Cathy, our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

~ Joel Nimoh

Dear Cathy, Bill, Wes and Aunt Marion; So sorry for the tragic loss of Courtney. My heart aches for you. Love, your cousin Betty

~ Betty Harris

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Susan Johnson

Dear Cathy, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Beautiful memories you have of Courtney that will stay in your heart forever.

~ Caroline McWhinney

Dearest Cathy, Bill, Wes and Aunt Marion, I was deeply saddened at the news of Courtney's passing. My heart goes out to you. I remember Courtney as a happy, beautiful dark haired girl in Alberta....I can't begin to imagine how you will miss her. I am so sorry for your loss. Love Ruth

~ Ruth Martens

Dearest Cathy, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, Courtney. She sounded like a very special, wonderful lady. Please know I am thinking of you and your family during your time of grief. Please take care of yourself and each other. Kindly, Sheila

~ Sheila Thomas

Cathy and family, I'm heart broken to hear of your loss. There are no words. I pray that you feel peace as you think about all of your memorable moments with your daughter and sister.

~ Jenn Dejong

My deepest condolences to her family , May she be in forever lasting peace

~ Shannon white

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Courtney....my condolences to you and your family Cathy. -Margo

~ Margo Miller

Cathy and Bill, I am so sorry to hear of Courtney's passing. As a parent, I cannot imagine how your loss feels. My deepest sympathies and prayers to your family.

~ Don Blasutti

Cathy and Bill. My deepest sympathy to you both on this tragic news. May you cherish all the special memories.

~ nancy cornish

Sending sincere condolences on the tragic death of your beautiful daughter, Courtney. So sorry for your loss!

~ Mary Vanderhoeven

My sincerest condolences for your tragic loss.

~ sheila brown

Courtney and I worked together and continued to stay in touch. She always had a way of making everyone smile and laugh. She was always so enthusiastic, supportive, fun and loving. She will truly be missed. My deepest condolences to your family.

~ Jo

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Jo Kim

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ The Members of OPSEU Local #164

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Local #164

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Peter & Kim Dillon

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Marilyn Wilkes Tareta

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Adriana and Pieter

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Marg and Randy Neron

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Garvin & Tara Pirie-Hunter

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Patricia Grant

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Sheila Thomas

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Jean Scholer

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Janine Smith

Bill, Cathy and family My sincere condolences on the tragic passing of Courtney. As a parent, words cannot express how this must feel. May you cherish the memories and joy she brought into your life.

~ Tony Michienzi

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Tony Michienzi

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Gail Molloy

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Angela Johnston

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Adriana and Pieter

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Richard & Denise

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Willow

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Elizabeth (Betty) Marlene White

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Melanie Bains

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Diane Thrasher

(Donated to Humane Society London & Middlesex)

~ Betty Harris

Growing up, Courtney was always an enthusiastic, caring, and kind-hearted person. Bill, Cathy, and Wes, I'm so sorry for your loss.

~ Derek Blasutti

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Courtney. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Richard and Denise Wilkes

~ Richard wilkes

Dear Cathy and family, My condolences at this time difficult time. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers. Linda.

~ Linda Luckas

Bill and Cathy: My heartfelt condolences to you. It's heartbreaking losing a child so sudden. Cherish Courtney's memories. John.

~ John Steele

Sincere condolences over the sudden passing of your daughter Courtney. I can only imagine your grief over the loss of a child. Blessings.

~ Jim and Deanie

Dear Cathy, Bill, Wes and Marion: We are so sorry to hear of Courtney,s sudden death. May the memories that you have and those shared by her friends and colleagues carry you through these difficult days and into the future. Our thoughts are with all of you. Udo and Nel

~ Udo and Nel Brenne

Dear Cathy. I was so saddened for you and your family to hear the devastating news of Courtney's sudden passing. I want you to know that I will be thinking of you everyday and praying for you and your family. Sincerely, Sharon

~ Sharon Abel

I feel so sad to hear this tragic news! What a beautiful lady! Sounds like she was a kind , fun loving, kind spirited, always watching out for others and animals too. So heartbreaking. Hugs

~ Sherri McRobert

Sincere and heartfelt condolences on your tragic loss. Cathy, I remember you talking about Courtney a lot when we worked together. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.

~ Kathy McDermott

Cathy and family: I am so sorry to read of your loss.Know that you are thought of through this difficult time.

~ Jane Howitt

To all of Courtney's friends and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn't know her for long, she was a wonderful woman, and you were all so lucky to be blessed with her. She will be missed. Thank you for making this world a happier place, Courtney.

~ Ben

Courtney and I were very close through high school. This news is just devastating. To her family Bill, Cathy, and Wes I am so sorry for your loss. As we grew older our friends grew apart and we didn't speak or see each other as often. I often think of Courtney and all of our friends and how close we were, we did everything together. This news has really brought on a lot of grief as I wish I had of sent a message to say hello and check in and I never did. She will be missed by many. Robby

~ Rob Brown

Thinking of you with deepest sympathy and hoping special memories of your daughter will be a source of comfort.

~ Reta Anas

Cathy there is no words for such an unimaginable loss . You're in my thoughts , prayers , heart. Cherish the memories.

~ Brenda Williamson

Bill and Cathy; As a parent this has to be the worst. I can't imagine your grief. Heartfelt condolences.

~ Dale Baskett

Cathy and Bill I was deeply sorry to hear about Courtney's death . My heart and my thoughts are with you

~ louise Groleau

Cathy and Bill, my deepest condolences on your tragic loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

~ Cathy McCrae

Bill and Cathy: Such sad and terrible news. Deepest condolences to you both at this difficult time.

~ Chris Dennett

I remember Courtney from high school. She was big hearted and so very kind. She lit up a room. My deepest condolences to all of the entire family. My heart goes out to you. May she rest in peace. Your kindness will not be forgotten Courtney.

~ Tanya

Cathy and family. I am so sorry to hear about Courtney's death. Cathy used to talk about her children all the time when I worked with her. This will leave a big hole in your hearts but I know that you will also have many loving memories that will help you during this difficult time.

~ Mary Henderson

Hello Cathy and Family, My sincerest condolences to your family at this time. It is with heartfelt words that your family will find healing and peace knowing your daughter was such a shining light for all. My deepest sympathies to you all at this time. Hilary

~ Hilary Lupton

Dear Cathy, Bill and Wes, I am so very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Yes, she will always be a shinning star, the sound of her laughter will never be silenced, as I remember the many times our kids shared fun times. On behalf of Nicole, Marcus and Stella Jr , please accept our deepest condolences. Even though I am far away in Texas, my thoughts are with you.

~ Stella Williamson

Dear Cathy, Bill and Wes I am so sorry to learn of Cortney's death. I remember her as your evervesant daughter, always up to something and ready for the next adventure. Your hearts must be broken. Your memories will help to sustain you now and in the future. Please know that my thoughts are with you and I am sending a hug. Take care of one another.

~ Peggy Curnoe

Courtney and i worked at canusa together although we didnt work long together we became really good friends really fast she always put others above herself and always knew how to lift people up when they were feeling down. She will be dearly missed but never forgotten my deepest and sincere condolences to her friends and family.

~ Alex sawyer

I will remember Courtney as a fun loving, caring person. She covered many miles on the back of my motorcycle. My condolences to her family and every one who knew her.

~ mike piggot

My sincere condolences goes to her Family, friends & fur babies 💕 It was with sad heartache when I heard about her passing. 😢 It was an honor to work with Courtney. She had this free spirited beautiful soul about her. Hippie kinda girl with a contagious smile. We had so many heart felt conversations that always led to a warming hug. 🤗 Courtney will be definitely missed by many... *Rest In Sweetest Peace*✌ BeAuTiFuL friend. Until we meet again. 🌈 🤗

~ Jennifer Wettlaufer

Courtney and I worked together at Canusa and she was an amazing co worker and an amazing friend. She was definitely someone I went to when I wasn't having a good day she always made me laugh and smile. Courtney is loved by so many and will be missed so much. I have so many good memories with Courtney that I will never forget. My condolences are with her family at this difficult time.

~ Heather Phillips

So sorry for your loss.l had the pleasure of working with Courtney .she was one amazing big hearted girl .loved to talk .l called her the Walmart greeter .R.I.P COURTNEY 🙏

~ Mark Mc Donald

I worked with Courtney. She was so much fun to be around. She was not afraid to be herself and always dressed up to work on Halloween. She was awesome. She will be missed by so many.... She touched and blessed so many hearts. I am so honoured to gotten to know her and work with her so closely. Rest In Peace ❤️

~ Claudia

Courtney and I worked together at Canusa and she was an amazing co worker and an amazing friend. She was definitely someone I went to when I wasn't having a good day she always made me laugh and smile. Courtney is loved by so many and will be missed so much. I have so many good memories with Courtney that I will never forget. My condolences are with her family at this difficult time.

~ Heather Phillips

I worked with Courtney she was a loving and caring person , she always had a smile on her face , my condolences to the family, she will definitely be missed

~ Cory legge

Dear Bill, Cathy and Wes, My very deepest condolences, it is heart breaking to learn of this news. I knew Courtney as a vibrant and truly kind person who always had something nice to say about someone else. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Much love, Deana.

~ Deana Schwarz

I worked with Courtney she was a loving and caring person , she always had a smile on her face , my condolences to the family, she will definitely be missed

~ Cory

Dear Bill, Cathy and Wes, We are so sorry to hear of Courtney's' sudden passing. We as parents know what you are going through at this difficult time. Losing a child is devastating. Courtney was a lovely girl who befriended Jennifer back when we lived across from you. Jennifer is taking it really hard as she and Courtney always had something to talk about when they met up. Your memories will help you get through this terrible loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers as we grieve with you. Love Ron, Vicky and Jennifer (Jackson).

~ Vicky and Ron McLarty

Cathy, Bill, Wes and Aunt Marion, there are no words to express the grief of the loss of a child. My heart is with you. I pray for some soothing of the soul and the heartache. your cousin, Patty, and Lauris Grant

~ Patricia Grant

Dear Cathy and family. My deepest condolences to you and your family in the loss of your daughter. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. Kim

~ Kim Nichols

Dear Bill, Cathy, Wes, and Marion, I am devastated by this sudden tragic news and my heart goes out to you all! Courtney was so dear to me and the most uplifting, positive, kind and understanding person! She could bring sunshine to the darkest of days. I will miss her bright smile and her cheery voice and I will cherish all the wonderful memories and music we shared together! My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to you and your family and friends! Love & blessings, Melanie

~ Melanie Bains

Although I sadly didn't get the chance to be friends with Courtney for very long I am soo sorry to hear of her passing. Courtney is a kind of person I come across very rarely in life. So kind, caring, outgoing and loving to all she came across. She brightened everyone's day with her contagious smile and happy go lucky personality. It was such a pleasure to get to work with for the time I did. May we meet again❤️

~ Evan Praks

Cathy my heart is broken for you. I loved my time with Courtney when she would visit at the spa. Her smile and laugh was everything. I wish I had the words to express how much I love and miss you both. I would give anything to give you both hugs again. Courtney was so special and full of life. My deepest condolences to your family.

~ Sarah Knapman

Bill and Cathy, so so sorry for this devastating loss. May you find comfort in your memories.

~ Kerry MacKay

Dear Cathy, Bill, Wesley It is with great sadness that I have heard of Courtney's tragic passing. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray she is running wild and free with all the animals in heaven. With Love Marilyn Wilkes

~ Marilyn Tareta

Bill and Cathy, so so sorry for this devastating loss. May you find comfort in your memories.

~ Kerry MacKay

Dear Cathy, Bill, Wes and Aunt Marion. So sorry to hear the news of Courtney's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. She will be truly missed. My thoughts are with you. Jean

~ Jean Scholer

Bill So sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences Mike & Sandra Henderson

~ Mike & Sandra Henderson

Dear Cathy, Bill, & Wes: We were so deeply saddened to learn about Courtney's death- a devastating loss that wounds your heart and soul. Her obituary is a beautiful testament to the genuine, kind person she was and the meaningful life she lived. I remember the stories you shared of her, Cathy- some sad, some funny-- and how she truly was loved unconditionally. She was a precious gift to all of you-- as you were to her. Mike and Gail xo

~ Gail & Mike Molloy

Dear Bill ,Cathy, Wesley, and Marion: I am so sorry to hear of Courtney's passing. Such a tragic happening to a caring person. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to all, may you find pleasure in your memories of your cherished daughter . Betty White

~ Elizabeth (Betty) Marlene White

Courtney was a close childhood friend, lots of great memories of listening to Madonna and playing in the pool :) she had great energy and was always fun to be with. Condolences to her family and friends xo

~ Bryn

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