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Wilhelmina (Mien) Adegeest
ADEGEEST, Wilhelmina (Mien) – (Long-time resident of Orono; Member of St. Vincent de Paul Society) peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, now at rest from her complicated battle with lung cancer, on Saturday, July 10, 2004, in her 78th year. Beloved wife for 50 years of the late Leonardus (Len) Adegeest. Dear mother of Johanna and her husband John Callin of Parksville, B.C., Maria and her husband Brian Buckley of Orono, Helen Pieper of Orono, Leo Adegeest and his wife Cindy of Bowmanville, Betty and her husband Paul Woods of Eden Mills, Peter Adegeest and his wife Joanne of Oshawa, and Jane and her husband Aaron Beharry of Whitby. Sadly missed by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sister of Ben, Adrian, Bep, Margo, and the late Cor, Gerrit, Rina, and Anne, all of Holland. Donations in Mien’s memory to St. Francis of Assisi Building Fund or the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be greatly appreciated by her family.
Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Tuesday, July 13, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with prayers at 8:00 p.m. Funeral mass in ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., Newcastle, on Wednesday, July 14, at 1:00 p.m. Interment Orono Cemetery.
Date of death: 7/10/2004 - Location of death: Bowmanville, Ontario
Charles Sydney Stewart
STEWART, Charles Sydney (member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 178 and the I.O.F. Trillium 222) – peacefully after a short illness, with his beloved wife Dora by his side, at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility on Thursday, July 1, 2004, in his 76th year. Charles, loving husband for 54 years of Dora Ellen (Doreen) of Wilmot Creek. He will be sadly missed by his son Douglas Charles and his wife Catherine Lee of Orono. Loving Grandpa of Jamie Lee. Survived by three brothers and a sister in England and their families. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimers’ Society would be appreciated by the family, and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 905-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
Funeral Details: A memorial gathering to celebrate Charles’ life will be held at the Wheelhouse of Wilmot Creek on Tuesday, July 6, between 1-3 p.m.
Date of death: 7/1/2004 - Location of death: Newcastle, Ontario
Wm Raymond Vozza
VOZZA, Wm. Raymond (Ray) – due to complications of pneumonia, died peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Monday, June 28, 2004, at the age of 75. Loving husband of Helen Vozza (nee Leonard) for 31 years. Dear father of Maria Elena Rousseau (Sean), and Raymond Vozza. Will be greatly missed by grandchildren Maya and Keon; brothers Lou (Lorraine) Bonar, Alfred (Marg) Bonar, John Vozza, and sisters Dorothy Longmuir and Veronica (Peter) MacInnes, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was loved by his sisters-in-law Rose Leonard, Jeanne Seymour, Barbara Sherwin, Lucille Lafrance, Loretta Leonard, Yvonne (Dan) Nearing, and Ruth McGill. Ray was born in Vancouver May 21, 1929, grew up and was educated there. He entered the Congregation of the Holy Redeemer and served God as a priest both at home in Canada and in Brazil, SA, for 15 years. He was a good priest, a loving husband and father. We know he is enjoying his eternal reward. If so desired, 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: Family and friends will be received at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Friday, July 2, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated by Father Ken Rae at Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church, 1830 Keene Rd., on Saturday, July 3, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery. Reception to follow in the church hall.
Date of death: 6/28/2004 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
Heather Goverde
GOVERDE, Heather – at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care, after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, June 27, 2004, in her 40th year. Loving wife and best friend of Greg. Dearest daughter of Leonard and Helen Nesbitt. Dear sister of Sharon Pruskey and her husband Steve, and Gail Brennan and her husband Kerry. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Donations to Hospice Peterborough or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by Heather’s 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, July 1, from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Cremation.
Date of death: 6/27/2004 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
Beatrice O'Brien O’BRIEN, Beatrice Lillian – at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care, on Sunday, June 27, 2004, in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert O’Brien. Dear mother of Robert O’Brien, Sharon Rochejocquelin (Martin), Shirley Premsukh (Dan), Wayne O’Brien, Cathy Kelly (Terry), Michael O’Brien, Roger O’Brien, Joan Maxwell (Tom), and Brenda Shaughnessy (Tom). Loving grandmother of Trevor, Chris, Travis, Jeanie, Justin, Alisha, Terry, Mike Jr., Zach, Stacey, Kyle, Nicole, Kory, Jake, and great-grandmother of three. Daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Wilson. Sister of Harold Wilson and the late Ruby Cranley, Marjorie Moncreif, Olive Watson, Robert Wilson, and Billy Wilson. Special thanks to Dr. Beamish and all of the staff at Palliative Care. Donations to the Children’s Wish Foundation 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: A private family service was held, with Interment in Highland Park Cemetery.
Date of death: 6/27/2004 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
William (Kirk) Kirkpatrick
KIRKPATRICK, William (Kirk) (member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #133 in Cobourg) – peacefully at the Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg, on Saturday, June 26, 2004, in his 77th year. Kirk, loving father of Glen Kirkpatrick and his wife Valerie, and Colleen and her husband Allan Cowin, all of Windsor. Sadly missed by grandchildren Melissa, Zackary, Caley and Brenden. Brother of the late Edna, Margaret, Gladys and Jimmy, and predeceased by his best friend Jack. Dad will be fondly remembered by his trucking buddies. A special thank-you to Hazel, Jean, and neighbours Eustace and Lila for all their support. Donations in Kirk’s memory to the Heart and Stroke 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 Tuesday, June 29, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, June 30, at 11:00 a.m., followed by fellowship and refreshments. Cremation.
Date of death: 6/26/2004 - Location of death: Cobourg, Ontario
Richard Roberts
ROBERTS, Richard S. (Long-time land appraiser associated with Bowes & Cocks; Veteran of WWII Royal Artillery) – quietly and with dignity at the age of 85 on Friday, June 25, 2004, at Riverview Manor. Loving husband for 55 years of the late Jane of Peterborough (d.Dec. 23, 2003). Dear father of Marc and his wife Julie of London, Ontario; Sally and her husband Clare Collins of Ennismore; and Kim and his wife Anna of Beaverton. Proud Grandad of Sam, Ben, Cody, John, and Shane Roberts; Tyler, Emily (Mike), Travis, and Josh Collins; Alex, Cassie, Kyle, Tom, Seton, and Taura Roberts. Brother of Marguerite (Bunty) Harrison and her late husband Michael of Birkenhead, England. A special thank-you to Tiny (Walker) for being a special friend to Dad and to all of the staff of Riverview Manor for their compassionate care. If so desired, donations in Richard’s memory to Riverview Manor 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 Wednesday, June 30, from 1:00 p.m. until time of the Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m.
Date of death: 6/25/2004 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
Jimmy Robert Elliott
ELLIOTT, Jimmy Robert – in loving memory of our son who passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2004. Long-time employee of CIBC (Toronto). Sadly missed by his Mom and Dad, Alice and Bob; children Amanda and Christopher; brother Ed and his wife Robin; nephews Mathew Gorlick, Matt, and Chris; mother-in-law Cecilia Pinette; aunts, uncles and cousins. Donations in Jimmy’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society 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), Peterborough, on Thursday from 7-9 p.m., with a funeral service in the Highland Park Chapel on Friday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough.
Gone are the days we used to share,
But in our hearts you are always there.
The gates of memory will never be closed;
We miss you more than anyone knows.
With tender love and deep regret,
We who love you will never forget. Date of death: 6/22/2004 - Location of death: Pickering
Helen Ellis
ELLIS, Helen Marion Theresa – at Peterborough Regional Health Centre after a brief illness on Thursday, June 17, 2004, in her 78th year. Helen Ellis, dear wife of the late John Morgan and the late Earl Balfour Ellis. Loving mother of Linda, Brenda, Paul, Bill, Sharon, Jim, Sue and the late Gerard and Brian. Sadly missed by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sister of Marcel and Geraldine. Special thanks to Joan Brown and Pat Neff for all their help, care and friendship. Donations in Helen’s memory to the Salvation Army 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 Monday from 1-3 p.m., followed by a funeral service in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.
Date of death: 6/17/2004 - Location of death: Peterborough, Ontario
