Davidson, Charlotte Margaret
On February 4th, 2026, Charlotte Margaret Davidson (née Moore) died peacefully in her 86th year at her home in Ottawa surrounded by family. She is survived by her husband of 59 years Walter Davidson, and her 5 children Malcolm (Lise) in Oegstgeest, The Netherlands, Fraser (Judy) in St John’s, Newfoundland, Fiona (Kent) in Ottawa, Heather (Michaël) in Toronto, and Chantal (Kelcey) in Saint- Lambert, Québec, as well as her 15 grandchildren (Walter, Pedro, Marie; Selina, Marcus; Naomi, Claire, Eveline, Iona, Annelise; Laura, Thomas, Annabelle; Charlotte, Fraser).
Charlotte was born in London, Ontario on May 1, 1940, to parents the Rev. John B. Moore and Eleanor McCubbin. She was the older sister to her brothers John (Barbara) and George (deceased). Growing up in southern Ontario she moved several times and lived successively in Milton, Waterdown, and St. Catharines before taking up studies at Victoria College at the University of Toronto where she graduated in 1961 with her BA in history. Following teacher’s training and two years as a high school teacher in Etobicoke, she travelled to Togo in West Africa in the summer of 1964 as a volunteer helping build a school in the rural hinterland. She moved on to study Nutrition and Biochemistry at the University of Manitoba graduating with her M.Sc. in 1966 and piloting – together with her supervisor Prof. Elizabeth Feniak - the Meals on Wheels program.
It was in Winnipeg where she met her “Prince Charming” Walter from Edinburgh, Scotland, a fellow student finishing his PhD in Physics. They married on October 8, 1966, in Waterloo, Ontario. Always open to adventures and challenges, she embarked together with Walter on what would be a 12-year international journey with as ports of call Canberra, Australia (1967-1971), Jülich, Germany (1971-1974), and Saint-Égrève, France (1974-1979) before returning in September 1979 settling with her family in Old Ottawa South. She later enjoyed a new European adventure in 1990 when she accompanied Walter during his 5-year diplomatic assignment in Bonn, Germany.
Charlotte’s faith and devotion to her family remained the foundation of her life. She was a hard worker and never shied away from dedicating her time and effort to help others whatever the circumstances. She especially enjoyed reading books first to her children, and then grandchildren, up until the last year of her life. An animal lover, she cared tenderly for her 3 cats Archibald, Beethoven and Misty. Her warm and loving smile, and laughter, lit up family dinners and special get togethers. She engaged and contributed enormously to different communities through her volunteer work including Meals on Wheels Ottawa and The King’s Daughters and Sons. As a member of St. Bernard Anglican parish for 40 years, she taught Sunday school to a whole generation of children. She also welcomed and provided invaluable support to many newly arrived families in Canada at a time when they most needed her help. Somehow, in all of this, there was still time to research her family genealogy over several decades, gifting us with a database of over 18 000 ancestors. She will be deeply missed.
We would like to thank the wonderful caregivers who contributed so much to Charlotte’s final years and to our friends and neighbours who provided support.
A Memorial Service celebrating Charlotte’s life will take place at 11am on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Paroisse St. Bernard, Trinity Anglican Church, 1230 Bank St, corner of Cameron St., Ottawa. If friends wish memorial donations in Charlotte’s name may be made to Meals on Wheels Ottawa or the Bruyère Health Memory Clinic.
Sympathy Messages
Nous sommes attristés d'apprendre la nouvelle, même si nous savons que c'est une délivrance.
De tout coeur avec vous par la prière et la pensée pour que le Seigneur vous donne force et courage pour traverser l'épreuve de la séparation.
Que Charlotte repose en paix.
Soyez tous bénis.
Marie-Thérèse et Christian Vigneaud
France
- VIGNEAUD, on
February 10, 2026
Très affecté du décès de notre très chère Charlotte, nous voulons ici par ces quelques mots vous présenter à tous nos plus sincères condoléances. Même si nous savons que pour Charlotte c'est une délivrance, nous savons aussi que la perte d'une femme, maman, belle maman et grand maman est très difficile à accepter. Que notre Seigneur vous donne le courage pour accepter cette épreuve et de continuer votre vie à chacun . Les épreuves sont faites pour être acceptés et surmontés Dieu nous en donne la force. Que Charlotte repose en paix et que la paix soit aussi pour vous tous. Astrid et tous
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- Astrid, Germain, Vincent et les familles d'Alsace, on
February 11, 2026
We are deeply saddened by the news of Charlotte's passing. We will always remember her for her kindness and friendship. Our sincere condolences.
- Amalia and Mario Mariscotti, on
February 11, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Charlotte rest in peace and rise with Christ in glory!
God’s comfort, hope and peace be yours.
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- Andrea Christensen & Ben Conn, on
February 12, 2026
Dear Walter,
It is hard not to write "and Charlotte". You and all your family will miss her very much. She was a very nice person and leaves us all with the happiest of memories.
Bill and Sandra
12/02/2026
- William and Sandra Gelletly, on
February 12, 2026
Chère famille Davidson,
Ma sœur LoÏse et moi apprenons avec tristesse la disparition de Charlotte. Walter et Charlotte ont connu nos parents José et Anne-Christine lors de leur séjour à Saint Egrève, car il me semble que Walter et José ont travaillé ensemble à l’ILL. Je n’étais pas née à l’époque ! Par contre je me rappelle très bien que toute la famille Davidson nous a accueilli avec chaleur à Ottawa en 1990 alors que ma mère et moi habitions pour une année à Boston.
Mes parents sont déjà décédés depuis plusieurs années, ma mère en 2023 également de la maladie d’Alzheimer. Comme pour vous, son départ a été ressenti avec douleur mais aussi soulagement pour tous les proches et une délivrance. Nous sommes avec vous pour vous accompagner en pensées à travers de votre deuil.
Bien affectueusement,
Raphaëlle
- Raphaëlle Dianoux, on
February 15, 2026
We are both so sorry to hear of Charlotte’s passing. We are deeply saddened for your loss. We offer our heartfelt and deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort knowing that Charlotte lived a full, happy and beautiful life.
Most sincerely, Marcel et Anne-Marie
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- Marcel et Anne-Marie Brugger, on
February 16, 2026
À toute la famille Davidson, recevez mes sincères sympathies. Charlotte était une personne bien spéciale, qui a ouvert son coeur et sa maison à une bande d'étudiants lors du Festival chrétien d'Ottawa, en 1982... je ne l'ai jamais oublié. Affectueusement, Claude
- Claude Auger, on
February 16, 2026
We are deeply sadden to hear the demise of Chalotte. And with gratitude we express our condolences and prayers to all her family members. We entrust her soul to the Lord and may she fully enjoy the gladness of eternity.
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- Les Filles de Sainte Marie de Leuca ---Sœur Natalia et Communauté de Toulouse, on
February 17, 2026
We wish to express our warm condolences to Walter and to his and Charlotte's family on this sad occasion, and pray that they may be sustained by their deep faith.
We were very privileged to enjoy the friendship of the Davidson family during our years in Ottawa, and retain very happy memories of the times spent together. The years seem to pass all too quickly.
John and Chen-Chi
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- John and Chen-Chi, on
February 17, 2026
Sincères condoléances à Walter et à sa belle et grande famille. On se souviendra du sourire accueillant et chaleureux de Charlotte,de son pain aux bananes lors des partages à St-Bernard et de son charmant accent. Paix en son âme. Mariette et Philippe
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- Mariette Chauvette, on
February 18, 2026
Dear Walter,
Charlotte set us all an example of a life lived fully with integrity, love and kindness. We shall miss her friendship deeply and send you and your family our heartfelt sympathy on your loss.
Malcolm and Alison
- Malcolm and Alison Leith, on
February 18, 2026
Mes sincères condoléances à Fiona et toute la famille.
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- Julie Laflamme, on
February 18, 2026
Charlotte, was great friend, mentor with the IOKDS. VERY helpful and welcoming!
She was a great mentor she will be missed!
My sympathy,
Alison
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- Alison Vines , on
February 18, 2026
Dear Walter,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Charlotte’s passing. I will always remember with gratitude the wonderful time during my school years when I stayed with you for three months and was welcomed like a sixth child into your family — with Charlotte managing everything with such warmth and care. We were also truly happy that we could visit you again in Ottawa years later with our children too.
All of us strongly hope that you and your whole family will find strength and support in each other during this difficult time.
With our very best regards from Munich,
Christoph & Petra, Maximilan & Paula
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- Christoph Hugenschmidt, on
February 19, 2026
Toutes nos condoléances à la famille Davidson pour le départ de Charlotte. Souvenirs de bons moments passés ensemble, et d´une belle amitié familiale qui perdure de nos jours malgré la distance. Nos parents, partis un peu avant elle, l´accueillerons avec joie. Merci Charlotte d´avoir partagé avec nous ces bons moments de vie. Notre affection a la grande famille Davidson et spécialement à Walter.
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- Famille Crozat (Montpellier, Lyon, Madrid), on
February 19, 2026
C'est avec tristesse et chagrin que j'ai appris la disparition de Charlotte votre maman et grand'mère et je vous adresse toutes mes condoléances . Certes elle a fini de souffrir mais le départ d'une maman est toujours une épreuve difficile que nous arrivons à surmonter grâce à la Foi et la certitude qu'elle continue de veiller sur vous et qu'elle vous attend en bonne compagnie .
Amicalement
Marie-Françoise
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- Marie-Françoise , on
February 19, 2026
Chère Fiona, j'envoie mes plus sincères condoléances, à toi et ta famille. Amitiés, Maxine
- Maxine Martel, on
February 23, 2026
Chère famille Davidson, veuillez accepter nos sincères condoléances. Nous sommes très attristés par cette nouvelle. Nous garderons toujours dans nos cœurs les bons moments que nous avons partagé avec Charlotte. Elle était quelqu’un d’exceptionnel et d’une grande générosité.
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- Nadège Girodier , on
February 24, 2026
We want to express our sadness and warm condolences to Walter, Malcolm and their family for the loss of Charlotte. We had the opportunity to meet her during family gatherings with Malcolm in the Netherlands had we keep warm memories of these happy moments spent together.
Pina and Antonio
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- Pina Mecozzi and Antonio Martellucci, on
February 26, 2026
In precious memory of a lovely lady. Rest in Peace Charlotte
- Family Iaderosa, on
February 26, 2026
Our sincere condolences to you Walter and all of the family. May she rest in peace.
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- Colleen Forer, on
March 2, 2026
On behalf of the Shermans, I wish to extend my deepest and most respectful condolences to Walter, Fiona and the whole Davidson family upon Charlotte’s sad passing. We wish courage and solace to all who were close to Charlotte.
Hers was indeed an exceptional life. The warm memory of her kindness, generosity and greatness of spirit will forever live on in our hearts.
Une très belle âme veille maintenant sur nous depuis le paradis, dans la paix et l’allégresse.
Norman Sherman
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- Norman Sherman, on
March 5, 2026
In honour of a dear friend Charlotte
A tree is planted in memory of the deceased
- Iaderosa Family, on
March 5, 2026
Nous envoyons nos sincères condoléances pour le décès de ta chère Mère, Fiona. Elle nous manquera.
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- Sandra Jacquens, Neesha et Aisha , on
March 9, 2026
Mes sincères condoléances à Fiona et toute la famille.
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- Guy et Hélène Chartrand, on
March 12, 2026
A PRAYER FOR CHARLOTTE MARGARET DAVIDSON MOORE,
SPOUSE, MOTHER & GRANDMOTHER
Father in heaven, we praise your name for the grace you gave Charlotte. Into your hands, O merciful Saviour, we commend your servant. Amen!
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES!
To Walter, children and grandchildren, we are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Charlotte. She has been an inspiration with a Christian faith central to her life. From teacher to volunteer overseas and back for M.Sc., coupled with 5 children are extraordinary milestones in the life of every spouse, mother and fulltime worker.
While you grieving for the loss of your beloved Charlotte, our prayers are with you. May the love and peace of Jesus bring you healing, solace and care in your sorrow.
Corneille and Fernand Ahibo
Gatineau (Québec, Canada).
- Corneille and Fernand Ahibo, on
March 17, 2026
In loving memory of Charlotte Davidson,
We will remember her fondly for her kindness, generosity, and the warm hospitality she showed us during the few times we had the privilege of visiting her. Those moments, though few, left a lasting impression on our hearts.
We extend our deepest condolences to all her family. During this time of sorrow, we pray that God’s strength upholds you and His comfort surrounds you, bringing peace and reassurance in the days ahead.
With heartfelt sympathy, The Spears family.
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- The Spears family, on
March 19, 2026
Deepest sympathy. One of the most wonderful people to know. Many good memories.
- Jacqueline Maurais, on
March 29, 2026
It has taken some time but I finally wanted to express our sympathy and condolences to the Family of Charlotte Davidson. Through The King's Daughters and Sons KDS we were introduced to Charlotte when she came to inquire several years ago about Autism, as it became a focus for KDS. Walter and Charlotte supported Children at Risk, Ottawa and their granddaughter even worked at Camp Kaleidoscope! Charlotte was the KDS Historian for many years and reminded all of us of the beginnings of KDS and the Values it had stood for. It has been a pleasure to know the local Davidson Family and we recognize that they (and we) will deeply miss their Matriarch as she is now embraced in the arms of our Lord.
- Brenda & Jeff Reisch, on
April 22, 2026
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