Alla Jascolt

Survived by her loving husband, Igor (of 65 years), who kept vigil at her bedside throughout her illness, as well as by her three daughters Elena, Natalie and Liza. Loving grandmother to Nick (Kim), Alexis (Brent), Michael and Daria. Also survived by her brother, Valentin.

Alla was a remarkable wife and loving mother who touched the lives of many people with her kindness, compassion, generosity, wisdom and wit. In addition to working and raising her family, Alla volunteered countless hours at various charities, her children’s schools, and her church as both a dedicated member of the sisterhood and singer in the church choir for more than 60 years. Throughout her long life, Alla was committed to, and guided by her deep faith in God.

Born to Maria and Joseph Lunski in Minsk, Poland, on July 31, 1933, Alla came to Canada with her parents and brother after World War II. In Canada, which she often referred to as “the best country in the world”, she met Igor and established a new life and raised her family.

The family would like to thank all members of the Palliative Care Unit at Elizabeth Bruyere/Saint Vincent for their compassionate care of, and attention to Alla.

Funeral services will be held at the Protection of the Holy Virgin Memorial Church (99 Stonehurst Avenue) in Ottawa on Monday, September 4, 2023 - Panikhida Memorial Service at 7pm. Tuesday, September 5, 2023 - Funeral Service (Otpevaniye) at 10am. Alla will be buried at the cemetery of the Holy Trinity Monastery in Jordanville, New York, U.S.A.