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CARONE, Vito Nicola
At Lakeridge Health Corp, Oshawa on Tuesday January 2, 2001. Nicola, in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Maria. Loving father of Antonietta and her husband Sabino, Maria and her husband Angelo, Rosa and her husband Gino, and George. Nicola will be sadly missed by his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, with a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday January 6th, 2001 at St. Gregory's Roman Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 7-9 p.m., and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
HALL, Reta Irene
At Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2001. Reta Irene Jackson, in her 77th year. Wife of the late Norman L. Hall and the late Frederick W. Coyston. Dear sister of Ray Jackson and his wife Sandy, Stanley Jackson and his wife Doreen and Ralph (Curly) Jackson and his wife Joan. Predeceased by her brother Henry. Survived by her sister-in-law Lucy and many nieces and nephews. A Service of Remembrance will be held at Oshawa Funeral Service Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (721-1234) on Monday, January 8th at 11 o clock. Followed by Interment of Cremated Remains at Mount Lawn Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated. (Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. until time of Service at 11 o clock.)
HALL, William David Junior
After a courageous fight against cancer, surrounded by his family at home on Tuesday January 2, 2001. Junior, dearly beloved husband of Deanna for 31 years. Dear father of Michael and his wife Tammy Stewart, Douglas of Courtice and Paul and his family of British Columbia. Survived by sisters Joyce Hoeg and family and Norma and her husband Hollis and family, all of Nova Scotia. Fondly remembered by his granddaughter Brandy. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., 152 King Street East Oshawa on Saturday after 2:00 p.m. A service and committal will be held on Saturday January 6, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. Donations made in memory of Junior to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
LAWLESS, Sonia
Peacefully passed away, on January 2, 2001, at St. Michael's Hospital, in her 40th year. Loving wife of Daniel. Beloved mother to Amanda, Jessica and Natasha. Cherished daughter of Umberto and Corinina Iannelli, and sister of Nadia and Joseph. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. Funeral Mass at St. Bernadette's Church (Bayly Street and Harwood Ave., Ajax) on Friday, January 5, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. IntermentPine Ridge Memorial Gardens.
RZESZUT, Jozef Boleslaw
Born December 16, 1926, Died January 2, 2001. Jozef went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday January 3, 2001, in his 74th year at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Son of the late Jozefa and Jan Rzeszut of Poland. Predeceased by his brother Tadeusz Rzeszut. Loving husband of Genowefa (Jene). Sadly missed by his children Mary Lach, Grace and her husband Andrew Karich, Teresa and her husband Frank Chircop, John Rzeszut,Donna and her husband Rick Zarobiak. Cherished grandfather to Miranda, Diana, John, Alana, Philip, David, Dana, Mathew. Brother of Zofia and her husband Stephan Jagoda and their children Ben and Les, Wanda and her husband Roman Romanczyk and their children Lucy and Richard. Uncle to Mark Rzeszut. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa (433-4711) from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Prayers will be held at the Funeral Home Friday at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Hedwig's Parish, 411 Olive Ave. Oshawa on Saturday January 6 at 10 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. Memorial donations to the Arthritis Society would be appreciated.
SMITH, Stanley L.
(Veteran W.W. 11 Royal Canadian ArtilleryCobourg, 50 year member Canadian Corps Unit 42, Long time employee of Oshawa P.U.C.) At Lakeridge Health- Oshawa on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2001. In his 81st year. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Dear father of Robert and his wife Karin, Stanley and his wife Mary and Step-father of Ron Fisher and his wife Bridgette, Carol LaHaye and her husband Guy, Linda Lee and her companion Ron Sidler. Lovingly remembered by 9 grandchildren. Brother of John, Edward and the late Marion. Friends may call at Oshawa Funeral Service Thornton Cbapel" 847 King St. West (721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, January 4th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 5th at 11 o clock. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Corps - Elevator Fund or Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
SHPELEY, Neil
At his home on Tuesday, January 2, 2001 at the age of 49, after a courageous battle with cancer. Devoted, proud and loving Daddy to his little one, Rhonda. Beloved husband and best friend of Lynann. Much loved Dad No. 2 to Greg. Special son of Merrilyn and the late Metro (Matt). Greatly missed by his sister Lynley and predeceased by sister Corinne. Forever in our hearts. A memorial service to be held in the chapel at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 on Saturday, January 6, 2001 at 11 a.m. A reception to follow at the Funeral Home. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
WILSON, Bernice June
Suddenly, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Tuesday, January 2, 2001, at the age of 76. Formerly of Scarborough. Beloved wife of Bill for over 54 years. Loving mother of Gail and her husband Aado Noukas of Toronto and Karen and her husband Wayne Huddleston of Courtice. Dear grandmother of Bryan and Stephen. Bernice will be fondly remembered by many other family and friends. A private family service was held at McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558). Donations made in memory of Bernice to the Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa Oncology would be appreciated.
ARRIGO, Samuel Joseph (Sam)
(Master 5 Pin Bowler, Toronto). Peacefully after a lengthy illness, on Monday, January 1, 2001, Sam Arrigo, beloved husband of Diane Lavender. Loving father of Samuel and Angela. Loved brother of Donna Arrigo. Resting at RONALD MARTINO & SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 1057 Brock Rd., Pickering (just south of the 401, east side), 905-686-5589. The family will receive friends Wednesday 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel Friday, January 5 at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. In Sam's memory, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
BELL, Eric Hayward
(President of Extendicare Residents Council for 10 years). passed away peacefully at Extendicare Nursing Home on January 1, 2001, in his 75th year. Former husband of Delores Bell of Belleville. Dear father of Linda and her husband Peter Bobris of London, England; Deborah and her husband Paul Caron of Hudson, Quebec; and Derek Bell and his wife Hillary of Oshawa, Grandfather of Chanelle and Michael. Private family arrangements entrusted to McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (433-5558). Donations made in memory of Eric to the Oshawa General Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by his family. A heartfelt thank you to all the staff at Extendicare Nursing Home for their kindness and care.
BRUCE, Lola Bernice
Peacefully, after a short illness on Monday, January 1, 2001 at Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 76. Lola (nee Stinson) formerly of Seagrave, beloved wife of the late Morley Keith Bruce. Loved mother of Lloyd Bruce and his wife Sheila (deceased) of St. Catharines, Donna Latreille and Don Harper of Scugog Island, Robert (Bob) Bruce and his wife Ellen of Seagrave, and Joyce and her husband Doug Larmer of Greenbank. Lola will also be missed by her grandchildren Tim, Tanya, Deanna, Amy, Matthew, Jessica, James and Jordan, her great grandchildren Jessica and Ryan and her son-in-law Guy Latreille. Dear sister of Marion MacKinnon, and the late Orval and Roy Stinson. Relatives and friends will be received at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, ''McDermott-Panabaker Chapel'', 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate the life of Lola Bruce will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, January 4 at 11 a.m. Interment Cartwright Union Cemetery, Blackstock in the spring. If desired memorial donations may be made to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.
Conners, Elizabeth Edna
(Employee of Toronto Star). Suddenly as a result of a tobogganing accident on Monday January 1, 2001, in her 41 st year. Wife of Kim. Devoted and loving mother of Darren and Adam. Beloved daughter of Margaret and George Findlay of Port Hope. Cherished sister of Anne and her husband Ron Kortekaas of Sydenham, George and his wife Dianne Findlay of Whitby, John and his wife Gerri Findlay and Greg Findlay, all of Oshawa. Dear aunt of Kyle and Collin Kortekaas, George, Cassidy, Danielle, Eric and Sarah Findlay. Lovingly remembered by her many aunts and uncles and extended families. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (433- 5558) on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A complete service will be held in the chapel on Friday January 5, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Donations in memory of Liz to the ALS Society would be appreciated.
CUNNINGHAM, Adele Iva (nee Dumbleton)
Peacefully, on Monday, January 1, 2001, after a brief illness. Loving mother of Gayle Barwell and Brian. Nana to Andrew, Cameron, Ericka, Megan and Derek. Predeceased by husband Andy. Sister to June Goldring. Special friend to Kat Snowden. She taught us perseverance, patience and independence. A warm, informal, gathering, to celebrate Adele's life, will be held in the spring at her favourite placethe family cottage. Arrangements entrusted to the McEachnie Funeral Home (905) 428-8488.
DAVIDSON, Alexander
passed away suddenly at his home in Wilmot Creek on January 1st, 2001 Alexander Davidson (Alex) age 62 years. Loyal and beloved husband of Helen Davidson for 41 years. Loving father of son James and his wife Lesley, and daughter Katrina. Loving brother of June Evans and all her family, Malcolm and his family. Loving grandfather of Alexandria, Terry, Crystal and Cassandra. Alexander Davidson loved everyone he knew, and everyone loved him. He was an exceptionally kind person who always helped everyone. It is extremely difficult to hold back the tears when we think of not being able to spend more time with you. We will miss you each and everyday. You will always be with us in our hearts and we cherish our memories everyday. Our love for you will always remain in our hearts. Until we meet again... Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Funeral Service will be held in our Chapel Thursday 11 a.m. at THE NORTHCUTT-ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street N., Bowmanville (905-623-5668). Cremation will follow the service. Donations may be made to The Salvation Army or Charity of choice.
HART, Florence M.
(Patron of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, 151 Chadburn Squadron; founding member of the Robert McLaughlin Art Gallery; founding member of Canadian Society of Education Through Art; first Special Education Teacher in Huntsville, Ontario, 1935-1947; first Supervisor of Art with the Oshawa School Board, 1947-1968; Supervisor of Art with the Ministry of Education, Waterloo Region, 1968-1972; Past President of the Oshawa Flying Club and the first woman ever to be president of a Flying Club.) Peacefully in her sleep, in Oshawa, on Monday, January 1, 2001, at the age of 87. Daughter of the late Charles and Mabel Hart. Survived by her nieces Jean Florence Hart of Newcastle and Otilia V. Hart and great-nephew John Anthony Hart, both of El Paso, Texas. Predeceased by her sister M. Helen Hart and her nephew John C. Hart. Relatives and friends will be received at McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (433- 5558) on Friday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in our chapel on Saturday, January 6, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Florence to a Charity of choice would be appreciated.
McVEIGH, John Joseph
Died peacefully at home January 1st, 2001. Beloved husband of Shirley. Youngest son of Loretta and Edward McVeigh (deceased). Sadly missed by brother Gerrard and sister Theresa. Pre-deceased by sister Margaret (Cozlowsky), brothers Raphael, Francis, Frederick and Edward. John was loved by his brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends, for his humour and sense of style. 32 year employee of Colgate-PalmoliveSalesman of the Year Award 1970. He fought a long, lengthy battle with many illnesses always with humour and (his) ''Shirl'' by his side. At John's request, he has been cremated. Memorial Service will be held at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street, Brooklin Village, (905-655-3662) with visitation from 12:00 noon, Saturday (January 13) with service to follow in the chapel at 1 o'clock. In lieu of flowers, donations to Otolaryngology Research Fund E.N.T. DepartmentSunnybrook Medical Centre, Toronto.
TITE, Gisele (nee Vocino)
At Lakeridge Health Corp., Oshawa on Monday, January 1, 2001, Gisele Tite in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Fred Clack. Dear mother to Mark Tite and his wife Janet, Susan Aldred and her husband Glenn, Robert Tite and Christine Whalen, and Ron Tite. Loving grandma to Jessica and Matthew Tite, and Melissa Aldred. Gisele will also be sadly missed by the members of her extended family. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. East, Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Thursday, January 4, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to take place with Interment in Montreal at a later time. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Lakeridge Health OshawaCancer Clinic would be appreciated by the family. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 3, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Van VEGHEL, Hilda Maria
Peacefully on Monday, January 1, 2001 at the Lakeridge Health Centre, Uxbridge. In her 75th year. Hilda, beloved wife of Frank. Dear mother of Lucia, Maurice and his wife Laura, Frank and his wife Donna, Maria and her husband Bob, Hubert and his wife Nancy, Rosa and her husband Bill and Michael and his wife Kelly. Fondly remembered by 16 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson, also Mies and Betsie from Holland and Tante Anita and families from Curacao, Venezuela. Resting at the LOW & LOW Funeral Home, Uxbridge ( 905-852-3073) on Thursday, January 4, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Mass to be held at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Uxbridge on Friday at 11 A.M. Spring Interment Uxbridge Cemetery. In Hilda's memory, memorial donations may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
