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BELAK, Joyce C.
Peacetfully and serenely, surrounded by her family, at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa, on Monday April 30th, 2001, after an inspirational and valiant 15 month battle against metastatic angiosarcoma of the uterus, at the age of 58. Beloved wife of 30 years to John. Caring mother to her eldest son Stephen, son Peter, daughter Veronica, and dogs Sonny and Cleo. Sister-in-law of Nicholas (Catherine) of Thornhill, their son John-Paul and Mary of Vancouver. Fondly remembered by her siblings Tommy, Christy, Monica, Patrick and Lillian in South Africa, Gloria in England, many nephews and nieces and their families in South Africa. Deepest appreciation to family friends and caring nurses of the oncology unit for their support. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King Street West, (905) 721-1234 for visitation on Wednesday, May 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in ST. MARY OF THE PEOPLE CHURCH, (570 Marion Avenue at Stevenson Road) on Thursday, May 3rd at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
BOOTH, Harold Lowry "Doc"
(Long time employee of Smith Transport and CP Ships). Peacefully at Whitecliffe Terrace Retirement Home Courtice on Monday April 30th 2001. Doc Booth, Beloved husband of the late Harriet Booth. Loving father of Peter and his wife Barbara of Peterborough, Margaret Clemenger of Oshawa, Alan and his wife Julia of Newmarket, and Norman and his wife Maureen of Guelph. Dear Grandfather of Toni, Derek, Bradley, Kevin, Karen, David, Lori, Sarah, and Matthew. Great-grandfather of Sadie, Riley, Danielle and Cameron. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the Armstrong Funeral Home 124 King Street East Oshawa. At the request of Mr. Booth, a private family service has taken place. Memorial Donations to a Charity of choice would be appreciated.
BOURQUE, Adeline
After a lengthy illness at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday April 30th 2001. Adeline Bastarche, formerly of Moncton New Brunswick, in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Edward Bourque. Dear mother of Mrs. Laura Leblanc, Miss Elizabeth (Betty) Bourque, Mrs. Aldona and Roy Tippett, Mr. Joe and Bertha Bourque, and Mrs. Odele and Andy Cormier both of Moncton New Brunswick. Loved sisterof Alex Bastarche of Moncton New Brunswick. Predeceased by two sisters, Mamie Martin, and Mary Leblanc and two Brothers, Levi and Denis Bastarche. Lovingly remembered by 6 grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Great great grandchild. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. E. Oshawa. Mass of Christian Burial, will be Celebrated, on Thursday May 3rd, 2001, 10:30 AM at St. Gregory the Great Roman Catholic Church. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday May 2nd, 2001 At 7:30 PM. Memorial donations to the Lung Association, would be Appreciated by the family. Visitation will be held on Wednesday May 2nd, 2001 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM.
HAGERMAN, Edna
Peacefully, in her sleep after a stroke, on Monday, April 30th 2001. Edna (nee Brown) in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Hagerman. Dear daughter of the late Thomas and Alice Brown. Loving mother of Hilary and her husband Barry Windover, Lindsay and her husband Kaes Van Hamburg and Meredith and her husband Tom Lang. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Jennifer and her husband Byron Allin, Christopher Fowler, Shannon and Sean Windover. Dear sister of Betty Palieri of North Carolina. Edna was proud of her contribution and years of service as Executive Assistant to the President of Durham College. At Edna's request a private family service will be held on May 4th, 2001 at The Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Should family and friends so desire, memorial donations to Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility would be greatly appreciated. Edna's family would like to express their deep felt thanks and appreciation for the loving attention and care given to Edna by the staff at Foster brooke, Newcastle, and to the Palliative Care Team who provided 24 hour comfort and peace to Edna and her family in her last days.
Holden, Bryan T.
(Employed with Coca-Cola Ltd. for 20 years and with Hostess Frito-Lay for nearly 20 years). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday April 30th, 2001. Much loved by Eileen Bell, loving twin brother of Owen, cherished brother of Myra and the late Phil Bartholmew. Son of Thomas and the late Marion Holden. Will be especially missed by brother-in-law Jim Darnley and wife Betty and brothers and sisters-in-law Jim & Greta Bell, Joyce Murray, Wally and Sandy Bell, Jack and Betty Bell and Bill and Jean Gibeault. Bryan was honoured to be the uncle of all his nieces and nephews whose love and affection meant so much to him. Great nieces and nephews Jason, Justin, Emma, Shayla, Dana, Alex, Josh and Michael, Kristie and Katie, Carissa and Darren and our sweet babies Cple and Skylar who all brought special joy to his life. Also, special uncle Bryan to Andrea, Mark and Derek. A celebration of Bryan's life will be held at the home of his dear nephew and niece Steve and Gabe, 964 Grandview St. N., Oshawa, on Saturday, May 12, 2001 from 1-5p.m. Donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated.
LYCETT, Franklin Alfred (Frank)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Monday, April 30 th, 2001. Frank Lyceft in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Norma, predeceased by his first wife Dora. Loving father of Doreen Ferguson, Dellan Lyceft Dennis Lycett, Bonnie Johnston and Gary Moss. Will be sadly missed by his step-children Jean, Evelyn arid Elien. Lovingly remembered by 13 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, May 2nd from 2- 4 and 7 -9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 3rd at 1:00 P.M. Interment GROVESIDE Cemetery. Memorial Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
PARSONS, Clifford W.
Peacefully, at the Ajax & Pickering Health Centre, on April 30, 2001, in his 88th year. Cliff Parsons, loving husband of Eileen. Cliff was a long time resident of Frenchman's Bay and was very involved with the Arts. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funera Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday, May 4, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Cowling, Ruth Ada Kathleen
Age 87 years. Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday April 29, 2001. Beloved wife of the late Bill Cowling. Loving mother of Dorothy Castle, Merle Winter and the late Grant and Gerald Winter. Sadly missed by 13 grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. Visitation at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral service in our Chapel 11am Wednesday. Cremation. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church, Aurora.
KNIGHT, Gladys
Peacefully at home on Sunday April 29th, 2001. Gladys, in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late George Knight. Predeceased by her son George and his wife Sheila Nicholson. Loving grandmother of Laura Nicholson and her husband Keith Twynam, and Michael Nicholson and his wife Norina. Great grandmother of Monica and Leslie Nicholson. Gladys will be greatly missed by her cousins in England, many friends, and members of her bowling league. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with a service in the Chapel on Wednesday May 2nd, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment MOUNT LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS Whitby. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke or Lakeridge Health Oshawa would be appreciated. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 pm. and 7-9 p.m.
McCREEDY, Robert Black
Suddenly on Sunday April 29, 2001 in his 75th year. Bob, beloved husband of Marian. Loving father of Garth and his wife Carolyn, Tom, Darcy and her husband Craig MacKenzie, Danice Clancy, and of the late Lorna-Dorian. Dear grandfather of Colleen, Avery, Amanda, Lorna, Sam, Tomlyn, Kristy, Eric and Becca. Fondly remembered by his brothers Russell and Alan, and by his sisters Joyce and Marilyn. The family will receive friends at the W. C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm Thursday. Service in the Chapel on Friday May 4th, 2001 at 1pm followed by cremation. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
ALLISON, Katherline (Kay)
Peacefully, with her family by her side, on April 28, 2001. Kay will be dearly missed by her loving husband Bill, her mother Mabel Charlton, and her daughters Frances and Carol. Cherished grandmother of Catherine, Bill, Sarah, Damien, Michael and Hannah. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax on Monday, April 30 from 7-9 p.m., Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m and Wednesday from 12 noon until the time of Service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. She will be greatly missed.
MARCO, Earl
(Retired from General Motors after 29 years of Service). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Saturday April 28th, 2001, Earl Marco, in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Shirley. Dear father of Lu-Anne and her husband Terry Russell, Charlene and her husband Paul Wasson, David and his wife Cathy Marco, and Darrell and his wife Kathy Marco. Loving Grampe of Lena, Tiffany and her husband Shane, Carrie, Suzanne, Shane and his wife Melissa, April and her husband Troy, David, Tammy, Jessica, Matthew, Crystal, Tanya, Mike and his wife Jen, Eric and his wife Sarah. Earl will be sadly missed by his great grandchildren Alexxis, Austin, Shea, Dawson, Katelyn, and Cple. Predeceased by his parents Lena and David Marco. Dearly loved by his sister Evelyn Johnson, and brothers Morris and his wife Mary Marco, and Lester and his wife Doris Marco. Lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews, Debbie and her husband Andre, Penny, Sandra and her husband Jeffery, Scott, and Bobbie and great nieces and nephews Diane, Megan, Michael, Ashley, and Emily. A special thank you to the staff on the 6th and 9th Floor Critical Care Units. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa with a Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday May 1st at 1:00 p.m. Interment MOUNT LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS Whitby. Memorial donations to the Durham Lung Association would be appreciated. Visitation Monday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
MCKAY, George Thomas
Suddenly on Saturday April 28th, 2001 at the age of 63. Loving husband of Joanne (nee Mime). Devoted father of Glenn and his wife Doris and Mark and his wife Shelley. Cherished Papa of Mathew, Michael, Mark, Jazmynn and Megan. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West, (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, April 30th from 7-9 P.M. and Tuesday, May 1st from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, May 2nd at 1:00 P.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
WALLACE, Trevor Charles Frederick
At St. Michael s Hospital , Toronto with his family by his side on Saturday April 28th, 2001 in his 51st year. Beloved husband of Marilyn. Dear son of Olga and the late Charles A.E. Wallace of Montreal. Loving father of Alissa and her husband Shane James, Cynthia and her husband Walter Pattimore, Kevin and his wife Denise and Jason and his companion Jennifer. Cherished Grandfather of Cody, Jonathan, Jessy, Shannon, Alexander and Haley. Sadly missed brother of Wendy, Leslie and Charles. Trevor was the founder and proud member of the Yellow Brick Road Charity Organization and former driver for Taxi-Taxi. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel" 847 King Street West,Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday May 1St 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery. Trevor was a giving man in life and in death. Donations may be made to the M.O.R.E. (Multiple Organ Retrieval Exchange Program) or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Love you until we meet again
HUGHES, Lina
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, after a valiant battle with cancer, our Mom went to be with her Lord on April 27, 2001. Lina, loving wife of the late Don. Cherished mother of Virginia, John and his wife Theresa, Michael and his wife Patsy, David and his wife Diana, Peter and his wife Lisa, Paul, Mark and his wife Heather, Jim and his wife Cheryl, Greg and his wife Traci, Janie and the late Joe. Beloved Grandma of 23 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax on Sunday, April 29, 7-9 p.m. and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass will be held on Tuesday, May 1 at 11:00 a.m., St. Bernadette's Church (21 Bayly Street East, Ajax). Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or World Vision. Your Smile, Compassion, Unconditional Love shall be ours forever.
''Rest in Peace Mom, we Love you Forever''
KNIGHT, Mary
Peacefully in her sleep after a stroke, on Friday, April 27, 2001. Mary (nee Parr) in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Harry Henry Knight. Dear mother of twin Sheila and her husband Ron Hamblin of Oshawa, Peter and his wife Mairette Knight of England and the late Yvonne Ginman. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Paul, Deborah, Karen, Simon, Angela, Dominque and great-grandchildren Ryan, Adam, Sarah, Kyle, Jessica, Justin, Lindsay, Nicholas, Tyler, Brandon, Matthew, Cameron, Daniel, Christopher and Jennah. Dear sister of Doris Moxham and predeceased by Gladys Williams, Florence Parr, Richard Parr, Alf Parr and John Parr. A Memorial Service will be held at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905- 433-5558) on Monday April 30, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Donations made in memory of Mary to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Special thanks to nurses and staff on the 3rd floor at Extendicare for their excellent care.
McGEE, Kevin James
Peacefully, on Friday, April 27, 2001 at his home in Nestleton, at age 49. Kevin McGee, beloved husband of Ellen (nee Sopoci). Loving father of James and Morgan. Loved brother of Gay Alexander, D'Arcy McGee, Sharron Wray, Adrienne Arnold and Nancy Holland. Kevin will also be dearly missed by Mama, Tata, Sussi, Ollie, Dorie and Paulie. A Service to celebrate the life of Kevin McGee will be held in the Port Perry United Church, 294 Queen Street in Port Perry on Wednesday, May 2nd at 1 p.m. with Reverend Robert Le Page officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made through the Wagg Funeral Home, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry to the Canadian Cancer Society.
VORSTENBOSCH, Antonius Petrus Nicholaas "Tony"
Suddenly at home on Friday April 27th, 2001. Tony, in his 61st year. Beloved husband of Cathy. Loving father of Brian and his wife Genevieve, and Sheila and her husband Chris Arsenault. Proud Papa of Mark, Shane, and Nicole. Dear brother of Pete and his wife Toos, Cisca Noel, Leo and his wife Rosemary, Dora and her husband Roy Cotton, Hank, John and his wife Rosalie, Chris and his wife Antoinette, Ellie and her husband Jim Graham, and Ria Flarity. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday May 1st at 2:30 p.m. Cremation Thornton Crematorium. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Monday 2-4 pm. and 7-9 p.m.
CLARKE, W. Keith
Age 80 yrs. (Retired Acting Assistant Deputy Minister with The Ministry of Education). Suddenly at Sunnybrook Hospital on Thursday April 26th, 2001. Beloved husband of Sherley Clarke for 58 years. Loving father of Jody Clarke. "Special Grandpa" of Deborah & Fiona Street. Dear brother of Margaret Moors of Gananoque. He will be sadly missed by all his friends and neighbours in Wilmot Creek. A memorial Service will be held at St. John's Anglican Church, 11 a.m. Monday. Cremation has already taken place. Donations to the Foster Parents Plan may be made at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville.
COPITHORN, Dale Wilbert
(Retired 37 year employee of (Dunlop) Firestone Tire, Whitby). After a valiant battle against cancer, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Thursday, April 26, 2001. Dale, dearly beloved husband of Dolores (nee Bourgeois) for 49 years. Loving father of Dale Jr. and Nicole, Lynne and Ralph Boake. Devoted Papa to Shannon and Sarah Copithorn. Dear brother of Donald Copithorn, Grace Blumenstein and the late John (Glen Copithorn). Fondly remembered by nieces and nephews Sharon, Glen, Gary, Keith and Debbie. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Saturday 7-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Monday, April 30, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery.
COWAN, Mary Irene
Entered into rest at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday April 26, 2001 in her 80th year. Irene, beloved wife of Jack for 60 years. Loving mother of Au drey Dickson. Dear grandmother of Kathy and her husband Don Simkin, Andy and his wife Rozalyn, Ed and his wife Susan, and great-grandmother of Ashley, Amber, Nata lie, Josie, Sasha, and Nicholas. Lovingly re membered by her brother Glen Leitch and his family Garry, Grant, Karen, Samantha, Nathaniel, Gtenda, Doug, Candy, Dave, and Eric. The family will receive friends at the W.C. Town , 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby from 7 to 9pm Saturday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sun day. Service in the Chapel on Monday April 30, 2001 at 1p.m. with Rev. W. J. S. McClure officiating. Interment, GROVESIDE Cemetery, Brooklin. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Went to be with her Lord
Cowling, Dora
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Thursday April 26, 2001 in her 78th year. Dora, beloved wife of the late Stanley Cowling. Loved mother of Johnand his wife Glenda, Jim and his wife Shirley all of Haliburton and Ron of Bowmanville. Loving grandmother of Cindy, Kim, Sarah and Jacob. Special aunt and great aunt of Shirley, Christine and Charlene Gattie. Dear sister of John Brown. Friends were able to call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Friday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held in our Chapel on Saturday at 1p.m. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations to the Billy Graham Crusade would be appreciated.
