Surrounded by loving family at the Ottawa General Hospital on Saturday April 25, 2026, Florence Rintoul, age 91, lifetime resident of Kemptville.
Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Rintoul and reconnecting later in life with Cherished companion Keith Crawford.
Loving mom of Heather(Trevor),
Scott(Suzanne), Derek(Janet),Ted (Lyn), Brian(Jacqueline),and Gertrude Mary(deceased)
She was cherished grandma Flo to Evan(Tabitha), Haleigh, Michael(Krista), Ryan(Ashley), Shane(Morgan), Connor(Kandace),William(Taylor),Jack(Peyton), Abbey(Nolan), Torianne, Taryn (Dan), Riley, Mitchell, Angeline, Bradley, and Craig.
She was also blessed with great-grandchildren Camden, Brynn, Hayden, Lucas, Bryson, Cameron, Lauren, Brooklyn, Rhett,Sadie-Mae and Viola, who brought her endless joy.
Fondly remembered by Dwayne, Terry and Kevin,her in-laws and their spouses, and the extended Rintoul families.
Thank you to all the staff at the Kemptville District Hospital, and to the team of doctors and nurses on the Orthopedic floor at the Ottawa General Hospital for their extraordinary care.
As per Flo’s wishes Cremation has taken place. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held in the Union Cemetery in Kemptville. By family request donations may be made in Memory of Flo to the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation.
If heaven has a hockey rink, a baseball diamond, and a yarn shop, then they’d better brace themselves—because Flossie has arrived with her knitting bag, and a new watch.
When she wasn’t cheering, she was knitting—scarves, hats, blankets, the intricate and beautiful lace tablecloths, or baking pies for “Hey Day”. It brought her joy to donate her time and creations if it could help raise funds for the community.
In her later years, she perfected the art of enjoying life: time with all the kids, enjoying a coffee from her window seat, travelling tours to wherever the bus took her, cheering for the Jays, and the occasional visit to places where one might try their luck for fun. She also loved plays and concerts, always ready for a show, especially if it meant time out with good company.
She lived with humour, heart, and a talent for finding joy in the everyday. She leaves behind a family who adored her, a community who will miss her, and a knitting stash that may take several generations to sort through. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain, (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be shared at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
16 Condolences for Florence Estella Rintoul (Nee Dool)
Condolences(16)
Gary and Bev Arcand says
April 28, 2026 at 10:36 amGod bless a sweet sweet soul. Condolences to the family of Flo.
Bob and Debra Heaphy, Lloydminster Alberta. says
April 28, 2026 at 1:11 pmCondolences to the entire Rintoul family.Flo was a great hockey mom, always ready to help.
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:48 amThank you for your kind words.
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:49 amThank you for your kind words Gary and Bev.
Sharon O'Neill says
April 28, 2026 at 10:39 amWe are so sorry to hear of Flo’s passing. She was a great woman!!! I have many fond memories of her & the family. Went to school with Brian & Heather too. She will never be forgotten:)
Love, Rod & Sharon O’Neill (Scobie)
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:51 amThank you for your kind words Sharon, she was a great mom and had a full life, she will be missed, Heather
Theresa Keffer says
April 28, 2026 at 1:55 pmI am so sad to hear of Flo’s passing. I have many great memories of her. Sincerest Condolences to all family and friends
Hugs Don & Theresa Keffer(Pickard)
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:53 amThank you for your kind words Theresa. It was nice catching up with you and sharing memories of our family connections last week. Heather
Karen and Marty Kirchmeier says
April 29, 2026 at 6:29 pmTo the Rintoul families
So sorry to hear of Flo’s passing. Our deepest sympathy!🩷
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:55 amThank you for your kind words Karen and Marty, she will be missed. Heather
George & Bea Francis says
April 29, 2026 at 8:09 pmSo sorry for your loss Keith.
Sorry for your loss Keith and sincerest sympathy to the family on the loss of a loved one.
Grant and Irmi says
April 30, 2026 at 12:47 pmOur deepest condolences Heather, Trevor and family.
We are so sorry for your loss..our thoughts are with you all. ❤️
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:56 amThank you for your kind words Grant and Irmi, she will be missed. Heather and Trevor
Andrea Pickard says
May 4, 2026 at 3:04 pmMy deepest condolences to the family. Flo was a fabulous lady who was full of love, always smiling, and dressed almost everyone in Kemptville in a hand knit sweater at some point. She will be sadly missed but no doubt her spirit will live on in every person who knew her.
Heather Buck says
May 9, 2026 at 7:59 amThank you for your kind words Andrea, yes her legacy of knitting sweaters will last for a long time. The countless hours of her making and designing knitting is a remarkable memento for our family. Heather
The Mohrs says
May 6, 2026 at 6:09 pmOur sincere condolences to all of the Rintoul family. Our thoughts are with you.
The Mohr family
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