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MITCHELL, Sharon EIise
Very peacefully with her family beside her and overlooking her garden on Saturday, June 23, 2001, in her 55th year, Loving wife of Thomas Phillip Mitchell. Loving mother of Debra Ann Mitchell and David Thomas Mitchell. Beloved daughter of Fred Cannon and the late Lorraine. Loving sister of Arlene Cannon and Joanne Hlozan and the late James Cannon. Sadly missed by niece Ellen Hlozan, nephew Ryan Jackson and Miss Jayde Weese and by her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (905-721-1234), for visitation on Sunday, June 24 from 7-9 p.m. and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel. on Tuesday, June 26, 2001, at 11 a.m. Cremation. Donations, in memory of Sharon will be put towards a memorial bench and tree and placed along the Millenium Trail in Pickering. Please make cheques payable to Debra Mitchell.
MOORE, Dianne
Suddenly, after a brief illness at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa on Saturday, June 23, 2001 at the age of 54. Dearly beloved companion of Doug Ritchie. Survived by her parents Harvey and Bernice Moore; and brother Dale Moore. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (905-721-1234), for visitation on Tuesday, June 26 from 2.4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at 1 p.m. Cremation. Donations, in memory of Dianne, made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
TYNDALL, Margaret Emma Pearl (nee Bird)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp. Bowmanville on Saturday, June 23, 2001, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Allan for 50 years. Loving mother of Lynn Tyndall of Scarborough, Brian and his wife Debbie of Blackstock. Dear sister of John and his wife Dolores Bird of Toronto, Ethel and her husband Don Courtney of Bowmanville and the late Bailey Bird. Sister-in-law of Irene Bird. Will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and their families. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawo on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A complete service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 11:00a.m. Interment will fake place at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough for those who wish to attend. Donations in memory of Margaret may be made to Lakeridge Health Corp. Bowmanville.
CHORLEY, John
Suddenly, at the Ajax and Pickering Health Centre on Friday, June 22, 2001. John, beloved husband and best friend of Norma. Loving father of Cheryl-Ann and her husband Alan Cree. Proud grandpa of Michelle, Brook, and Brittney. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday. Funeral service to be held in the chapel on Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 11 a.m. Interment Pine Hills Cemetery. Should friends so desire, donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
Always loved. Never forgotten.
MacGILLIVRAY, Gerard Joseph
BSc, MD, FRCP(C) 1943-2001. It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Gerard Joseph MacGillivray on Friday June 22, 2001 at his home in Oshawa in his 58th year. Beloved husband of Joan. Loving father of Martha and her husband Peter. Savoy, David, Jennifer, and Patrick. Cherished grandfather of Matthew Savoy. Survived by his sister Mary Butler of Ottawa and is predeceased by his parents Vincent and Noreen MacGillivray. Friends may call at Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Saturday June 23rd from 7 pm to 9 pm, and on Sunday June 24th from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. Prayers in the funeral home on Sunday evening at 7:30pm. A funeral mass will be held on Monday June 25th at 10:30 am at the St Joseph the Worker- Parish (Mary and Beatrice). Interment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby. If desired remembrances in his memory may be made to Lakeridge Health Oshawa-Pediatrics Dept, or Grandview Rehab and Treatment Centre.
PARKER, Margaret
Passed away, at St. Joseph General Hospital, on Friday, June 22, 2001, in Elliot Lake, Ontario, formerly residing in Ajax, Ontario. Loving wife of Jack Parker. Dear mother and mother-in-law of John and Maureen of Wawa, Ontario, Steven of Wawa, Ontario, and Ian and Marilyne of Ajax, Ontario. Loving grandmother of Thomas and Nicole Parker. Dear mother-in-law of Lisa Parker. Dear sister of Terrance and his wife Doreen. Margaret will be sadly missed by her many family and friends. The family will received friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax on Wednesday, July 4th from 12-1 p.m. A Memorial Service in the Chapel will follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment - Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the St. Joseph General Hospital Building Fund - Long Term Care (70 Spine Road, Elliot Lake, Ontario P5A 1X2) would be greatly appreciated.
ROBITAILLE, Margaret Geraldine Gerry (nee-MacDonald)
Peacefully on Friday June 22, 2001 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 55. Gerry, beloved wife of Ronald Robitaille. Loving mother of Paul Robitaille and his wife Alison, and Michelle Robitaille. Loved grandmother of Emma Robitaille. Dear sister of Everett MacDonald, Clifford MacDonald and his wife Helen, James MacDonald, Edna MacDonald, Ken MacDonald and his wife Lynda, Ray MacDonald, Les MacDonald and his wife Elaine, Ida and her husband Vernon Cheverie, Ron MacDonald, and Allan MacDonald. Gerry was a special goddaughter to Ida Madigan, and she will be sadly missed by Ida s family. Gerry will be remembered by many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa, on Monday June 25th from 7 pm. - 9 pm. and on Tuesday June 26th from 2 pm. - 4 pm. and 7 pm. - 9 pm. A complete funeral mass will be held at St. Gertrude s Catholic Church (690 King Street East at Farewell Street), Oshawa on Wednesday June 27th at 10:30 a.m. Memorial Donations made to either Lakeridge Health Oshawa - Cancer Centre, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
STEEVES, Harlan Franklin
(Retired General Motors Employee with 35 years of service & Union District Committee Member 23 years). passed away after a lengthy battle with Cancer at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday June 22nd, 2001. Harley Steeves in his 66th ear Beloved husband of Joan Steeves (nee: Everitt). Loving father of Ron Steeves and Debbie, Donnie Steeves, Brian Steeves and Diane, Debbie Reid and Paul, Cathy Snudden, Billy Steeves and Pam and Randy Steeves and Christine. Lovingly remembered by his 20 grandchildren. Dear brother of Joan , Douth wright and Austin of N.B., Janet Thompson and Ron of Barrie, Barb Metcalfe of Barrie, Don Steeves and Marlene of Barrie, Faye De schambeau of Orillia, Donna Gordon and Sam of Toronto and Derek Steeves and Monica of Toronto. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Bernice Steeves, brothers Jim and Curtis and sister Ruth. Harlan will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, dearest friend Bev and many other friends and acquaintances. Har lan was an extraordinary fan and participant of baseball and hockey, spending much of his time coaching local teams. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service, to be held at Salvation Army Temple, 570 Thornton Road North on Tuesday June 26th at 11 am. Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers; memorial dona tions to the Lakeridge Health Oshawa Cancer Care Centre, Palliative Care Services or Charity of your choice would be appreciated. Friends were received on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Monday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
ARKSEY, Carrie Amelia
(Retired School Teacher Whitby-Brooklin) passed away at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Thursday June 21 st, 2001 in her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of 60 years to Levi Arksey. Survived by her brothers Fred and Ross Harris, both of Whitby. Pre-deceased by her sister, Lulu, and brothers Harold, Vernon and Elmo. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral service in the chapel Monday afternoon (June 25th) at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at GROVESIDE Cemetery, Brooklin. In Memory of Carrie, Memorial donations may be made to Brooklin United Church.
GILLARD, Annie (Ann)
Peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 21st, 2001 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of Harry for 66 years. Dear mother of Raymond and his wife AnnaMaria. Loving grandmother of Cheryl Edwards, Debra MacLean, Steven McNenly and 9 great grandchildren. Sister-in-law of Joan Barker and Ellen Burk. Sister of the late Stewart Burk. A private Service was held at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Friday, June 22nd. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
HOGEL, Lloyd
It is with great sorrow that the family of Lloyd announces his passing at his home on Thursday, June 21st, 2001 surrounded by his family at the age of 73. Lloyd was a 42 year employee of General Motors Canada, Oshawa Car Plant, and long time Oshawa General fan and season ticket holder. Loving husband of Pat (nee Finn). Caring Father of Sandra Boyd, Karen and her husband Robert Marko and Randy Hogel.
Sadly missed by his grandchildren Jason Morton, Brandon and Brittany Boyd and Cple and Dalton Marko as well as his great granddaughter Shyannc Porter. Lloyd is survived by his sisters Mildred Cox, Ruth Veysey, Shirley Wallace, Doris Beckell and brothers Everett and Donald and predeceased by his parents Elsie and Alonzo and sisters Barbara Finlay and Muriel Burtinsky and brothers Howard and Harry. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, June 24th from 2 -4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, June 25th at 1:00 P.M. with visitation one hour prior. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
McGILL, Kathleen Elizabeth
Suddenly, on Thursday, June 21, 2001, at the Lakeridge Health Centre, in Port Perry, at age 77. Kathleen (nee McNenly), beloved wife of Morley McGill of Oshawa. Loved mother of Karen and her husband Harold of Oshawa, and Faye and her companion Bert of Enniskillen. Loving grandmother of Kelly Giles and his wife Cindy, Wendy Reid and her fiance Desi, Lynn Liscombe, and Tonia and her husband George MacAvelia, and great grandmother of Michael, Halley, Brooke, and Eric. Loved daughter of the late Vince and Annie McNenly of Saintfield. Dear sister of Wyona Spicher of Minden. Fern and her husband Earl Yeomanson of Port Perry, Carl McNenly of Oshawa, Myrtle and her husband John Lemon of Oshawa, and predeceased by Claire, Ralph and Laurene. Survived by her brother-in-law Frank Waller, her sister-in-law Peggy McNenly and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends will be received at the Wagg Funeral Home, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service to celebrate the life of Kathleen McGill will be held in the Chapel on Sunday, June 24th at 11:30 a.m. with Reverend Michael Bishop officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Palliative Care at the Lakeridge Health Centre.
SOMERS, Cyril A.
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, June 21, 2001, in his 90th year. Loving husband of Irene (nee Brown). Caring father of Rose and her husband Merrick White, and Bruce and his wife Dianne of New Zealand. Will be sadly missed by his grandchildren June, Glen, Jonathan, Michael, Gregory, Jeffrey, Nancy and his great- grandchildren Katy, Erik, Sarah, Melissa, Andrew, Daniel, Samantha, Sharlane, Nattalie, Jessica and Jefferson. Cyril is survived by his twin sister Theresa of Jamaica and predeceased by his parents Augustus and Edith, and brothers Augustus, Sylvester, Leo, George, Noel and sisters Marie and Ruby. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King St. West ( 905-721-1234), for visitation on Friday, June 22 from 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Saturday, June 23 at St. Therese Roman Catholic Church (3800 Courtice Rd. North), Courtice at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
COOK, Doris Ellen (nee Betchley)
Died Wednesday, June 20th, 2001 at Toronto Western Hospital of complications from temporal arteritis. She was 68. A lively, warm and generous person known for her passionate gardening and entertaining of family, friends and neighbours, Doris loved to knit, crochet, smock and sew, especially for new babies. She and husband Bill were enthusiastic world travellers. Born in Montreal, Doris moved to Toronto in 1951 with her first husband John Quinn. After she worked for many years at Bell Canada, Doris and Bill retired and moved to their cottage home on Scugog Island, Port Perry, where she lived for a quarter-century while wintering in New Port Richey, Fla. She leaves her husband, Bill Cook; sister Beverley DiMonte and husband Lou; brother Ronald Betchley and partner Jon Ottaway; daughter Shelley Quinn and partner Peter Martyn; grandson David Quinn Akermanis; son Kevin Quinn and partner Kim Middleton. Also remembered by Doug, Lynne and Cale Cook. A memorial service will be announced later. In lieu of flowers, donations in Doris's honour may be made to Scugog Shores Historical Museum, 16210 Island Rd., Port Perry, ON L9L 1B4.
KOWALIW, Seman
(Member of St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church). At Extendicare Nursing Home, Oshawa on Wednesday, June 20th, 2001. Semen is his 86th year. Beloved husband of Anna Kowaliw. Loving father of Bohdan and his wife Jo-Anne. Dear grandfather of Katherine and Joseph. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Order of Funeral Rite in the Chapel on Saturday, June 23rd, 2001. Interment St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Cemetery. Visitation 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Friday.
MacDUFF, Raymond A.
In his 87th year. At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday June 20th, 2001. Beloved husband of Zella. Dear father of Nancy & her husband Wayne Hayward, Roger MacDuff & Judy Burdett. Cherished grandfather of Laurie, Karen, Kelly & Brett. He will be sadly missed by his great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service at The Kingdom Hall will be held at a later date. Cremation has already taken place. Memorial Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville.
McKEE, Robert Nicholson
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday, June 20, 2001, Bob McKee at 82 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Regina (Jean). Loving father of Christena of Oshawa, Thomas of Oshawa, and Bruce of Toronto. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Mackenzie and Amanda. Bob will be sadly missed by his dear friend Mabel. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday, June 22, at 11 a.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
MILHERON, Shirley Ann
At Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Wednesday June 20th, 2001. Shirley (nee Hopkins) in her 70th year. Beloved wife of the late Carl. Dear mother of Richard, Wayne, Darlene, Terry, Debbie, Gary, Sandra, and Linda. Also survived by her 5 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. Shirley will be missed by all that knew her. She was the last of her family. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with a Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday June 22nd at 1 p.m. Cremation. Visitation Thursday 7-9 p.m.
PERKIN, Madeline Florence
passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday, June 20, 2001. Madeline Florence Perkin (nee Hawley) in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late George Perkin. Dear mother of Sandra Pierce and David Perkin and his wife Margaret. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Randy and Terry Pierce, Leanne and Rick Carlson, Todd and Donna Perkin, Lori Perkin, and Craig and Monica Perkin, and her great-grandchildren Chad and Ryan. Sister-in-law of Doris Perkin Albion. Predeceased by her brother Edward Hawley. Madeline was a member of Northminster United Church, formerly active in the Rossland Unit of the UCW, com-double club, former member of Circle 8 Square Dance Club, former employee of Felts Jewellers of Oshawa. Madeline Perkin was a resident of Oshawa all of her life, formerly of Sommerville Street from 1952 to 1998, then to Hillsdale Manor until her passing. Resting at Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday, June 22nd at 2:30 p.m. Interment to follow at MOUNT LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Northminster United Church Memorial Fund, Alzheimer Society or Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visitation on Thursday from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Friday.
TYUKODI, Anton (Tye)
Suddenly as the result of a helicopter accident on Wednesday, June 20, 2001 Anton (Tye) Tyukodi age 45 years. (Veteran Paramedic, Helicopter Pilot and Motion Picture Stuntman). Loving father of Tyson and sadly missed by Tyson's mother Wendy. Cherished son of Anna and the late Bella Tyukodi. Dear brother of Anita (twin sister) and Steve and his wife Lori. Dear uncle of Lucas and Eric. A Celebration of Anton's Life will be held Friday, June 29 from 12 noon till 3 p.m. at Toronto International Airport, Hanger 9, North Field, Maxwell Aerospace, 2450 Derry Road East (parking in north lot, watch for cones). Arrangements entrusted to Northcutt elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville. Memorial donations may be made to Big Brothers or Children's Wish Foundation.
GRAY, Lillian Mary
(Longtime member of St. George s Memorial Anglican Church;
Retired employee of Marks and Spencer)
Peacefully, with her family at her side, after struggling with Alzheimer disease for many years, on Tuesday, June 19, 2001, at Fairview Lodge Wbitby, in her 83rd year. Dearest mother of Phyllip, Cheryl Sherri Allen, and Lynda and her husband Bob Brown of Peterborough. Dear grandmother of Jason, Derek and his fiancee Patti, Christopher and Kathleen. Sister of Elsie Seton arid her husband Tom. Sister-in-law of Margaret Barnes. Predeceased by her brothers Sydney, Ernest and his wife Bea. Also remembered by her friends Patricia McNally and Paula Olczak. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at ST. GEORGE'S MEMORIAL ANGLICAN CHURCH, 51 Centre St S., Qshawa on Friday, June 22, 2001 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. Private Interment. Donations in memory of Lillian may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Ontario Humane Society or Charity of Choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
