It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ginette Gilbert-Rasuli, who died peacefully on June 14, 2025 after a courageous battle with ALS. A trailblazer in Canadian healthcare, she was among the first nurse practitioners in the country, dedicating her life to caring for others and advancing the profession she loved.
As a nurse practitioner and university professor, Ginette mentored countless students and provided compassionate care to hundreds of patients throughout her career. Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched — as a healer, a teacher, and an advocate.
Beyond her professional achievements, Ginette was known for her perseverance, determination, and generous spirit. She brought grace and strength to every challenge she faced, and her courage in her final years was no exception.
She leaves behind her husband Pasteur Rasuli, her children Kevin (Stacy) and Jasmine (James) and her beloved grandchildren: William and Sophie. She also leaves behind her brothers René (Carole) and Mario (Suzy) and her sisters Linda (Lucien), Patricia, Céline (Sylvain), and Nathalie (Jean-Claude). She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.
A funeral service to celebrate Ginette's life and legacy will be held at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Saturday, July 5 at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited to visit from 11:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the ALS Society of Canada in her memory.
She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and always with us.
Digital Guestbook
Chantale Gélinas
Olivette Olivier et famille
Sincères condoléances à Pasteur et les enfants ainsi qu’à toute la famille de Ginette.
Tu nous manqueras et seras toujours dans nos coeurs
Stephen Ryan
Dear Pasteur,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Such a tremendous loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sylvain Gélinas
Sympathies sincères à toute la famille.
Nos pensées sont tournées vers vous.
Sylvain & Nathalie
Famille Lise Olivier et Laurent Doucet
Perdre quelqu’un qu’on aime est une épreuve, mais savoir que nous avons pu faire partie de la vie de cette personne vous apportera un peu de réconfort.
Nous vous adressons nos plus sincères condoléances.
Sachez que nous sommes de tout cœur avec vous dans cette épreuve difficile.
Nos pensées vous accompagnent.
René Gilbert
De la part de toute la famille Rene Gilbert , toute nos sympathies a la famille Rasuli
Genevieve et Jonathan
Nos sincères sympathies à toi Jasmine et ta famille. On pense très fort à toi.
Christiane et Richard
Le décès de Ginette laisse au grand vide. Ginette était une femme extraordinaire, courageuse, hors du commun.
Nous voulons vous transmettre, à toi Pasteur et à toute la famille, nos plus sincères condoléances.
Firooz Rasouli
Pour toujours dans nos coeurs. Our hearts are heavy with sorrow for the loss of our beloved Ginette . The strength, grace, and quiet courage she showed through her journey with ALS will always stay with us. Her spirit and love will forever live in our hearts. Repose en paix.
With deepest sympathy and love,
Firooz Rasouli & Family
Samira Salari
Dearest Dr. Rasuli, Jasmine and Kevin,
I am heartbroken to hear about dear Ginette’s passing. She was such a kind and gracious person, and I have such warm memories of the time spent with your beautiful family. Her gentle spirit and warmth always stood out and left a lasting impression on me. Please know that I’m holding you all in my heart and sending you love during this incredibly difficult time. May her memory bring you comfort and remain a blessing always.
With love, Samira Salari
Sincère condoléances à toute la famille.
Mes pensées vous accompagne .
Chantale et Mario