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WALTON, Henrietta Lily (nee Hardy)
Peacefully on Saturday, August 11, 2001 at Lakeridge Health Centre, Whitby, in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late William Walton. Dear friend of Grace Horwood and Ann Coneybeare. Cremation was followed by a private service at St. Paul's on-the-Hill Anglican Church, Pickering. Interment at Erskine Cemetery. Funeral arrangements courtesy of McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering.
ANONBY, Jacob ''Jack''
Peacefully at his home, on Friday, August 10, 2001, at age 82. Jack Anonby of Port Perry, loving father of Lauretta Anonby, Ingrid and her husband Richard Whittaker of Victoria Corners, and Erling Anonby and his wife Susan of Ballantrae. Grandfather of Alisa and her husband David Auger, and Laurie and her husband Shawn Hetherington. Great-grandfather of Grace. Relatives and friends will be received at the Wagg Funeral Home, ''McDermott-Panabaker Chapel'', 216 Queen Street in Port Perry, on Monday, August 13th, from 10-11 a.m. A service to celebrate the life of Jack Anonby will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Reverend John Griffen officiating. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry.
BLAKE, Harrison Charles Eric
A beautiful baby boy was stillborn on Friday August 10, 2001 at Lakeridge Health - Port Perry. We may never know why you left us just a few short days before our lives were to begin together. We do know we already miss his perfect hands and feet, Dad's mouth and Mom's hair. We also deeply miss what may have been, but never will be, while treasuring our nine months of constant companionship. You've given us so much, and taught us even more, that even the ache of your absence could never erase. You'll be in our hearts forever. Sadly missed by parents Peter & Julie Blake of Oshawa, grandparents Jim & Marilyn Einwechter of New Dundee, Pete and Joan Blake of Brooklin, aunts and uncles Sandra & Frank Siragusa of New Dundee, Doug & Kim Einwechter of New Hamburg and Michelle Broughton of Brooklin. Harrison willalso be dearly missed by cousins Valerie, Scott, Drew, Danny, Mike & Lindsey. A private ceremony will be held at St. James Lutheran Church, New Dundee on Saturday August 18, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Joanne Peppler officiating. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation. Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, New Hamburg assisted with the arrangements (1-519-662-1661).
BRITTAIN, Sampson Sydney
(Of Pickering, Ontario). passed away peacefully at home, at the age of 79, on Friday, August 10, 2001, with his wife and family by his side. Born in Birmingham, England, August 7, 1922, he served in the British Army for 3 years in India, then immigrated to Canada in 1949. He retired after 38 years with Pitney Bowes of Canada. Predeceased by his first wife Florence Cargill (of England). Survived by his present wife Florence, his daughter Anne Prior, son John, and three granddaughters. Also his 6 stepchildren George, Robert, Steven, and the late David Barkhouse, Deborah Ritch, Margo Thorndyke, Marlene O'Donnell and 17 grandchildren. He was always there to give us strength and a smile when we needed it. We will miss you dear husband, Dad, and Grampa. You will always be with us in our hearts. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, August 12, and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday, August 13. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 1 p.m. Interment in Pine Hills Cemetery, Scarborough. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
CAREY, Frederick Edmund
(Employee of Houdaille Industries with 40 years service; Life Member of the Oshawa Central Lions Club; Veteran of the Second World War; and a long time member of Cedardale United Church). Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Friday, August 10th, 2001, Fred Carey, in his 82nd year. Beloved Husband of Jennie Greenfield for 57 years. Dear Father of Irene Perkin and Lewis, Judy Staley and Darrell, Cindy White, and Isabel Carey and Matt all of Oshawa. Loving Grandfather of Robert Perkin, Kristal and Darryl Prouty, Matthew Staley, Marion Ruff, Kimberly Thompson-White and Cple Docherty. Loving great-grandfather of Brooke and Gregory Prouty. Dear Brother of Rosina Ellis of Oshawa. Predeceased by his parents Theodore and Mary Maude Carey, three brothers, Theodore, Raymond and Albert, two sisters Lillian Stapiey and Muriel Guy, and his grandson Lee Clarke Thompson Jr. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Friends were received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King Street West, (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, August 12th from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service to be held at Cedardale United Church (824 Simcoe St. S.) on Monday, August 13th at 11:00 AM. Memorial Donations to Cedardale United Church would be appreciated.
FILLIER, Alex
Peacefully at home in Whitby on August 10, 2001, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of the late Audrey Fillier. Dear father of Rodney Fillier and his wife Vivienne and Catherine Whitney and her husband Byron. Proud grandfather of Katrina, Aondrea, Robert, Len, and Scott. Survived by his sisters Lilian, Molly, Elsie, Helen, Rita, and brothers Ross, Fred and David. Predeceased by brothers Norm and Ken. Will be sadly missed by many family members, friends, and good neighbours. Especially missed by Bo, Tammy, and Shadow. Friends will be received at the W.C. Town Funeral Home, 110 Dundas St. East, Whitby on Monday, August 13, 2001 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. (Royal Canadian Legion Service 7 p.m.). Chapel Service Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at GROVESIDE Cemetery, Brooklin. If desired, in memoriam donations may be made to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation.
MILLS, Dr. Douglas G.
Suddenly on August 10th, 2001 at his home in his 70th year, died of a heart attack. Retired consultant at W. C. B. in Nanaimo, B. C., and former surgeon at the Oshawa General Hospital in Ontario. He and his wife moved to Nanaimo from Oshawa in 1990. Predeceased by his father, Dr. Oscar G. Mills, his mother Opal and his sister Dorothy Ross all of Oshawa, Ontario. Survivedby his wife Carol, his sons and their wives, Christopher (Jamie) and Linda, David (Toby) and Laura, and two granddaughters Arden and Mackenzie. Private cremation, no service, by his request. In lieu of flowers, if you so wish, donations to Charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to TELFORD'S MORTUARY (250) 245-5553
SANDFORD, Daniel
(Veteran W.W. II R.C.N., Retiree Co-Steel Lasco). Peacefully on Friday, August 10th, 2001 at Fairview Lodge, Whitby, in his 83rd year. Dearly beloved husband of Sally. Loving father of Dan of Brockville, Eric and his wife Holly of Michigan, Steve and his wife Rita of Whitby and Kim and her husband John Waddell of Whitby. Cherished grandfather of four, Tamara, Amy, Mark and Kelly. Survived by his brother Bill and his wife Alice of Oshawa, his sisters Ellen of Cobourg and Francis and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother Matt. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for a Service of Remembrance in the Chapel on Saturday, August 25th at 1:00 P.M. followed by fellowship at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 112, Whitby. In lieu of flowers donations to the Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
WALKER, Albert Victor
(Member of the Sydenham Kiwanis Club, Oshawa and Northminster United Church and an employee of General Motors with 34 years service). Peacefully following a brief illness on Friday, August 10th, 2001 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Gladys Viola (nee Jeffery). Loving father of Robert John of Toronto and Judith Anne Barry of Mississauga. Dear grandfather of Gregory Barry of Toronto. Albert served 9 years (1955-1963) on the Oshawa City Council and was then elected M.P.P. for Oshawa (1963-1967). He ended his career as the Land Titles Registrar for Durham. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, August 13th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Complete Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, August 14th at 11:00 AM. Private Interment to follow at MOUNT LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
BAZOWSKY, Michael
In loving memory of Mr. Michael Bzowsky who passed away at Englehart on Thursday August 9, 2001 in his 92nd year. Long time resident of Oshawa and employee of Herb Robinson Automotive. Mike returned to his roots in Northern Ontario following the death of his first wife, Lena. He is survived by two sons, Gary and his wife, Linda, Dan and his wife Catherine, and one daughter Alicia and her husband Bob Hemington. Lovingly remembered by three grandchildren, Tyler, Troy and David. Will be sadly missed by his wife, Verna, three stepsons, Richard Edwards and his wife Ruth, Wayne and his wife Muriel,Clint and his wife Molly, one stepdaughter, Virginia and her husband Ray Duval. Also remembered by ten step grandchildren and ten step great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the McDonald Funeral Home in Englehart, Ontario on Sunday August 12, 2001.
BRENNAN, Ross
Peacefully at Scarborough General Hospital on Thursday, August 9th, 2001. Ross Brennan in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Shirley Whiffle. Dear father of Deborah and her husband Keith Richards of Whitby, Ross of Pickering, Susan Cornell of Scarborough and Murray of Edmonton. Predeceased by his brother Jim. Lovingly remembered by his 7 grandchildren; Doug, Michael, Crystal, Shawna, Tommy, Nicole and Steffany, and his 9 great grandchildren; Justin, Kyle, Charisma, Michael, Tyler, Bryan, Tanika, Jordan and Bailey. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, August 12th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, August 13th at 1:00 P.M. Interment MOUNT LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS. Memorial Donations to the Dialysis Unit at Scarborough General Hospital would be appreciated.
CLARK, Nina (Lena)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp Oshawa. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Clark. Loving sister of Mary Kostuk of Oshawa and Alex Kowalchuk and his wife Olga of Scarborough. Dear sister inlaw of Elise Butcher of Peterborough. Loving aunt to all of her nieces and nephews, and dear friend to all who knew her. Arrangements entrusted to the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa. As were Nina s wishes, there will be no services. Memorial Donations can be made to Palliative care, or a Charity of Choice.
FAIRMAN, Minnie Althea
passed away on Thursday, August 9th, 2001 at Lakeridge Health Centre, Uxbridge, in her 91st year. Minnie, beloved wife of the late Elmor. Dear mother of Carol and her husband Jim Raines and Marilyn and her husband Bob DeShane. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Paula. Craig, Emily, Graham and Krysten. Resting at Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge, 23 Main Street South on Friday, August 10th, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Interment Foster Memorial Cemetery, Uxbridge. In Minnie's memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
FLEWWELLING, Edna Marion
Suddenly, at Scarborough General Hospital, after an illness, on Thursday. August 9, 2001. Marion in her 74th year. Dearly beloved sister of May and her husband John Scott, John and his wife Grace Flewwelling, Ruby and her late husband Henry DeMilIe and the late Marguerite Johnson. Sister-in-law of Ken Johnson. Fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great nephews. Sadly missed by faniily and friends. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD.. 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-4 33-5558) on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Monday, August 13, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery, Whitby. Donations made in memory of Marion to the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan or a Charity of choice would be appreciated.
WRIGHT, Gordon Gordie
(Resident of Oshawa/Clarington Association for Community Living). Suddenly at his home on Thursday, August 9th, 2O01 in his 36th year. Loving son of Margaret Wright and predeceased by his father Arthur. Dearly missed by brothers and sisters; Ian and his wife Holly, Heather and her husband Bill Creamer, Stuart and Jamie both of Winnipeg, Brian of Oshawa and Laurie Anne and her husband Tim Campbell of Bowmanville. Will be sadly missed by nieces and nephews; Julie, Laura, Paul, Shannon, Kirk, Jessica, Curtis, Ryan and Quinton. Gordon will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his aunts, uncles, friends and extended family. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, August 12th from 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, August 13th at 3:00 P.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
BROWN, Irene M. R.N.
(Wellesley Class of 1931). After suffering a stroke on August 1st, 2001 Irene was finally given her release at 4:30 AM. Tuesday, August 14th, 2001 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa. Predeceased by her loving husband William E. Brown (12/06/ 190922/10/1996), sister Madeline Arnott (1990), brothers Gordon (1991) and James Kenneth (2001). Survived by sister Kathleen R. Niles and brother Jack 0. Clarke (Joan) arid will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and extended family. A Private Family Memorial Service was held on Monday, August 20th, 2001. If desired, Memorial Donations in Irene s memory may be made to College of Nurses of Ontario, 101 Daven port Rd., Toronto, Ontario M5R 3P1 or made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905- 721-1234).
BURGIS, Betty (nee Talbot)
Betty died peacefully at Centenary Hospital on the 8th of August, 2001 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 84. Beloved wife and best friend of Harold. Loving mother of John and his wife Carol, David and his wife Elaine. Grandma will greatly missed by grandchildren Lisa, Kevin, Julie and Kyle. Betty leaves her sister Edith and many nieces and nephews in England, Canada, Spain and New Zealand. Betty was born near Durham, England and came to Canada as a War Bride to spend her life with Harold a World War II Veteran spending 57 wonderful years of togetherness. The family wish to express a special thanks to all the staff and doctors at Centenary Hospital and especially to the caregivers and nurses of Durham Homecare Program who for 10 years helped Harold take care of Betty at home. Resting at Ronald Martino & Son Funeral Directors, Brock Road Chapel, 1057 Brock Rd., Pickering. The family will receive friends Friday, August 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service and committal on Saturday, August 11 at 3 p.m. Cremation. In Betty's memory, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Ontario Lupus Foundation, 590 Alden Road, Suite 204, Markham ON L3R 8N2 would be appreciated.
BROWNING, Frank
Peacefully at Sunnycrest Nursing Home, Whitby on Wednesday, August 8th, 2001. Frank Browning, in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Gretta. Dear father of Mary (Mrs. James White) of Whitby and Betty (Mrs. Ronald Hardy) of Oshawa. Predeceased by his son William, survived by his daughter-in-law Jacqueline Browning. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Heather Ferrier and Ian White, Glenn Hardy and Debora Moran, Shawn and Gregory Browning. Great grandfather of Rebecca and Mark Hardy, Tomas and Carrie Moran, and Melissa and Ryan Browning. Predeceascd by his granddaughter Kerry and brothers William and Jack. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Saturday, August 11th from 10:00 A.M. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11:00 A.M. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
DE SMEDT, Alfons
At his residence in Orono on Wednesday, August 8, 2001 in his 53rd year. Al, beloved husband of Greta De Smedt. Loving father of Ken & his wife Jennifer, Steven & his wife Franca and step father of Erik & his wife Ria. Loved grandfather of Ashley. Dear brother of Mary and Chris. Loved brother-in-law of Denise Annaert. Friends may call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division Street, Bowmanville on Friday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral service complete in our Chapel on Saturday at 11 a.m. Cremation. Donations to Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation in his memory would be gratefully appreciated.
NOADE, Terrence Patrick McSweeney
Two days before his 72nd birthday passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 8th, 2001 after a Valiant Irish Fight with cancer at Toronto East General Hospital. Terry will be lovingly remembered by his loving children Cathy, Susan, Danny, Karen, Kelly, April, Judy and by the mother of his children, Theresa. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Kern, Alan, Theresa, Daniel and Christopher and great step-children Aaron and Hunter. Terry will be fondly remembered by his sons-in-law George, Mario, John, Allan and Kevin and his six brothers and sister. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721- 1234) for visitation on Monday, August 13th from 10:00 A.M. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11:00 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in Terry s memory would be appreciated by his family.
PETERS, Earl
(Retired 30 year employee of General Motors of Canada). At Extendicare Nursing Home, Oshawa on Wednesday, August 8, 2001. Earl, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Goldie (nee Conky). Dear father of Audrey and husband Charles Thrasher of Burnt River, Ontario and step-father of Fedore Jo and husband Earl Wood of Oshawa. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Elizabeth, Jennifer, Paul and Teny, and 6 great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Bill Peters. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Saturday, August 11, 2001 from 1:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m. in our chapel. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery, Whitby. Donations in memory of Earl to a charity of choice would be appreciated.
POWELL, Ronald Rusty
(Retired General Motors employee, Member of the Canadian CORPS). At Campbellford Memorial Hospital on August 8, 2001 in his 62nd year. Beloved husband of the late Freda Powell. Dear father of Steve and Jonna Powell of Oshawa, Kelly and Brian Beaudoin of Campbellford, Lee Powell of the world and Lisa Ferron. Loving grandfather of Ronny, Samantha, Zachary, Taylor and Leah. Dear brother of Velma and Henry Patfield of Havelock, Mary and George Clarke of Oshawa, George and Marie Powell of Kapuskasing and the late Donald, Elgin, Bruce, Gladys and Jean. Frlends are invited to call at the Weaver Family Funeral Home, 77 Second St., Campbellford from 7-9 P.M., Friday. Service to be held in the E. W. Al Weaver Chapel on Saturday, August 11th at 1:30 P.M. Rev. Steve Bond officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
REA, Arthur James
At Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, August 8th, 2001, Arthur James Rea age 55 years. Beloved husband of Lyn Rea. Loving father of Ken, Rob, Cari and her husband Rod Clement. Cherished ''Poppa'' of Jasmin and Connor. Dear brother of Kay and Bill. Son-in-law of Joyce and the late Herbert Rhodes. Visitation will be held at The Northcutt Elliott, 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville, 7-9 p.m. Friday. Funeral Service will take place at Pontypool United Church 11 a.m. Saturday. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Princess Margaret Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
