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Marion Elizabeth Moreau
MOREAU, Marion Elizabeth – after a long four year courageous battle with Alzheimers Dementia at the age of 58 years. Loving wife of Brad Cowan. Cherished mother of Christine, Jason, Michael and his wife Emily. Dear grandmother of Micheala, Eldon and Jordan. Much loved aunt of Candace. Predeceased by her parents Charlette Moyer and Edward Brown. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Centennial Place in Millbrook, the Mental Health Facility in Whitby and Peterborough Regional Health Centre for all of their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Alzheimers Society or the Humane Society would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends will be received at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE (corner of Bensfort Rd. at River Rd. South) on Friday, August 31, 2007, from 12:30 until time of service in the chapel at 1:30. Cremation.
Date of death: 8/28/2007 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
June Stewart
STEWART, June Julia (nee Brooks) – peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 26, 2007, in her 89th year, with her family at her side. Loving wife of Max Stewart for 66 years. Dear mother of Robert Stewart and his wife Kienie of Toronto and Pat Stewart of Peterborough. Devoted grandmother of Lori (Ron) Visser, Kara Stewart, Mark (Christy) Stewart, Cher (Richard) Anjema, Matthew, Joel, and Neil Stewart, and missed by 14 great-grandchildren. Daughter of the late Julia and William Brooks. Sister of Myrtle Bennewith, Albert (Bernice) Brooks, and the late Clayton Brooks, Evelyn (Horace) Fisher, Dorothy (Walter) Baldry, and Miles (Marie) Brooks. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Donations in June’s memory to the V.O.N. or the Canadian Red Cross would be appreciated by her family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Tuesday, Aug. 28, from 1-2 p.m., with a funeral service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. officiated by Pastor Malcolm Young. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.
Date of death: 8/26/2007 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
John Harris
HARRIS, John Martin Gallagher (member of U.A. Local 46 Plumbers and Steamfitters) – at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, surrounded by his family after bravely fighting a lengthy illness, on Saturday, August 25, 2007, in his 71st year. John, loving husband for 47 years and best friend of Sylvia (nee Begley) of Wilmot Creek. Devoted Dad of William of Toronto, Kent of Courtice, John (L.J.) and his partner Cindy of Oshawa, and Melody Ann Boyce of Scarborough. Gramps to Justin, Samantha, Becky, Nathan, Tristan, and Kyle. Brother of May of Scotland and the late George. Donations in John’s memory to St. Francis of Assisi Church or Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by his family.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Monday, Aug. 27, from 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, Aug. 28, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with prayers at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday. A funeral mass will be held at ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., Newcastle, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 11:00 a.m. Interment, Bond Head Cemetery.
Date of death: 8/25/2007 - Location of death: Bowmanville, Ontario
Ruth Cook
COOK, Ruth (Ralphy) – after a short illness at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Roger St. Site, on Thursday, August 16, 2007, with her sister at her side, at the age of 66. Ruth, loving mother of Wendy Cook of Peterborough, Sam Cook and his wife Leslie of Stouffville, and Danny Cook and his wife Julie of Scarborough. Sadly missed by grandchildren Robin, April, Jake, Dawson, Ashley, Amy, and great-grandson Cody. Dear sister of Carol Leveque and her husband Larry of Kingston and the late Donna Buker and Billy Brown. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours, and four-legged companions Cuddles and Suzy. Donations in Ruth’s memory to the Peterborough Humane Society would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road (at River Rd. S.) on Sunday, August 19, after 1:00 p.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. Cremation.
Date of death: 8/16/2007 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
Jacob Bierema
BIEREMA, Jacob – passed away compassionately and peacefully at home in Bethany on Tuesday, August 14, 2007, with family by his side after a brave battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Laura Virginia Bierema. Lovingly remembered by his children Jason (Cindy) Bierema of Oshawa, Jodie Brennan of Courtice, Sarah Leonard of Oshawa, Benjamin Leonard of North Bay, and Jason Leonard of Bethany. Adored Poppa of Taylor Bierema and Emma Brennan. Dear brother of Nick (Manon) Bierema, Betty Bahir, and Ruth (Rob) Forbes. Predeceased by his parents John and Jane Bierema and sister Agnes Swanick. Jacob will be remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. James Liston and nurse Kimberley Endicott for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Living Hope Christian Reformed Church or Scouts Canada would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the LIVING HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 1 Consumers Place, Peterborough, on Saturday, August 18, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service in the Church at 11:30 a.m. Cremation.
Date of death: 8/14/2007 - Location of death: Bethany, Ontario
Kevin Christopher Cummings
CUMMINGS, Kevin Christopher (Veteran of WWII, Navy; retired from C.N.R. and the Trent Canal) at St. Joseph’s at Fleming on Monday, August 13, 2007, in his 86th year. Kevin, loving husband of June (nee Shelton) for 62 years. Devoted father of James (Carolyn), Kevin G. (Ann), Michael S. (Lori), John (Jane), and Patricia-Anne Bronson (Daniel N.). Proud grandfather of Erinn, Amanda, Christopher, Kevin C., Carla, Colin, Katherine, Michael C., Carl, Patricia, Matthew, Meghan, Mary-Kate, Daniel C., Joanna, and Kevin, and nine great-grandchildren. Brother of Margaret Clemens (the late Frank), Mary Bean (the late Douglas), Sheila Schroter (the late Carl), Charles (Karen), Valerie Finney (Carl), William (Bernice), Anne Jones (Richard), Theresa Harrington (John), James (Millie), and the late Michael (survived by Muriel), Helen Grant (survived by Robert). Donations in Kevin’s memory to the Canadian Diabetes Association or St. Joseph’s Care Foundation would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road (at River Rd. S.) on Wednesday, August 15, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with Prayers at 3:30 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated by Rev. Paul Massel at St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, 1066 Western Avenue, on Thursday, August 16, at 11:00 a.m. Interment, St. Peter’s Cemetery.
Date of death: 8/13/2007 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
Dorothy McLean
McLEAN, Dorothy Loretta (nee Campbell) – it is with great sadness that the family announces her passing on August 9, 2007, at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre in her 88th year. Predeceased by her dear husband Hugh, her son Hugh Michael, and daughter Sharon. Dorothy is survived by her children Carol McIntyre (Macco), Gary McLean (Monique), Brenda Leveck (Ted), Bonnie Copan (Joe), and Rhonda Poulin (Randy). She will be fondly remembered by her 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and all of her extended family and friends. Donations in Dorothy’s memory to the Alzheimers Society would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Monday, August 13, from 2:00 p.m. until time of service in the chapel at 4:00 p.m. Cremation.
Date of death: 8/9/2007 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
David Ellis
ELLIS, David Charles William (Member of the American Quarter Horse Association; licensed horse trainer; member of the Canadian Pigeon Fanciers Association; 15 year parishioner at Our Lady of the Assumption Church.) - peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 7, 2007, at the age of 65. Loving husband of Judy for 44 years. Sadly missed by his devoted son David. He is survived by his eight brothers and sisters, his brothers-in-law Russell, Tony and Lorry, and sisters-in-law June, Sandy, and Lynn. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces Jenny, Sherry, Chrissy, his nephews Darren, Daryl, Tony, Kevin, Stephen, Lorry, Richard, and six great-nieces and nephews. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Thursday, August 9, from 6-9 p.m., with prayers at 8:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 1030 Keene Rd., on Friday, August 10, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.
Date of death: 8/7/2007 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
Dorothy Jean Johnston
JOHNSTON, Dorothy Jean (nee Gallagher), widow of Kenneth (1967), passed away peacefully at Prince Edward Island on Sunday, August 5, 2007, in her 89th year. For the past eight years she happily resided in PEI with her daughter, Janis, and her family. Prior to that, Dorothy lived on Chamberlain St. in Peterborough for 55 years. Dorothy will be greatly missed by her children, Bob of Eaglby, Australia, Paul of Ottawa, Audrey Thompson of Toronto, and Janis Johnson (Gerald) of Hunter River, PEI. Dorothy was the proud and loving grandma of Carolyn Kierstead of Newmarket, Steve and Kate Johnston of Sydney, Australia, Amy and Laura Thompson of Toronto, Eric Johnson of Winnipeg, MN, Ian Johnson of Fernie, BC, and Kyle Johnson of Victoria, BC. Donations to your favourite charity in Mom's memory would be appreciated by the family and may be made though NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: The funeral will be held in the chapel of the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE on Thursday, August 9, at 1:00 p.m. Interment, Highland Park Cemetery.
Date of death: 8/5/2007 - Location of death: Charlottetown, P.E.I.
Marino Rizzardini
RIZZARDINI, Marino – peacefully at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility on Friday, July 27, 2007, in his 80th year. Marino will be sadly missed by all of the staff and his fellow residents at Foster brooke.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S (just north of 401 at the lights) on Tuesday, July 31, from 1-3 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH on Wednesday, August 1, at 9:00 a.m. Interment Bond Head Cemetery.
Date of death: 7/27/2007 - Location of death: Newcastle, Ontario
