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SCHIRLE, Gerry
Passed away, at the Toronto Western Hospital, on Tuesday, August 28, 2001. Gerry Schirle, loving husband, father, and best friend of Donna, Terry and Jennifer. Dear son-in-law of Doug and Betty Shepherd of Kingston, Ontario. Gerry will be sadly missed by his many family and friends. The family will received friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 7-9 p.m. Friday, and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Funeral Service in the Chapel on Sunday, September 2, 2001 at 2:00 p.m.
BRADBURY, Keith William
Retired from General Motors after 38 years of service. Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday August 27, 2001. Keith Bradbury in his 64th year. Loving husband of Gloria. Dear father of Shawn (Maureen) and Kern (Julie). Loving grandpa of Tylor, Dylon, Jarett and Sarah. Dear brother of Carol (Rob), Paul (Lois), Brian (Auga). Resting at Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, with Funeral Service in the Chapel Friday, August 31, 2001 at 1:00 a.m. Cremation at Thornton Crematorium. Memo rial donations to the Heart and Stroke or Oncology at Lakeridge Health Oshawa would be appreciated. Visitation on Thursday August 30, 2001 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
FISHER, Phyllis Mary
Peacefully at Hillsdale Manor with her family by her side on Monday, August 27, 2001, in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late James Fisher and dear mother of Elaine Hewett (Clem). Dear daughter of the late Harry and Esther Finney. Predeceased by sister Peg, step-son Bill and grandson Peter. Survived by sister Marion, grandson Michael, granddaughter Cathie and great grandchildren Sarah, Joey and Ryan. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, 847 King St. West, (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, August 29th from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, August 30th at 11:30 am. Interment Friday at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. Donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
McDOUGALL, E. Glenn
(Retired from deHavilland Aircraft after 39 years of service). Suddenly at Toronto East General Hospital, on Monday, August 27th, 2001, in his 77th year. Devoted and loving husband and father to wife Margaret and daughter Karen. Brother of Harold. McDougall and his wife Kay and the late Donald Lloyd McDougall and his wife Doris and Jean and Cummer Lee. Glenn will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel , 847 king St. West (905-721-1234), for visitation on Thursday, August 30th from 6-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, August 31st at 1 o clock. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
MONTONI, Lorenzo
(Retired 17 year Employee of Sklar Furniture). At Lakeridge Health-Oshawa, on Monday, August 27th, 2001, at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Bettina (nee Tersigni). Dear father of Silvana and her husband Faiz, Roberta Sandy and her husband Jeff and Enrico (Eric) Montoni. Loving grandfather of Zoe and Julia. Brother of Filomena, Margherita, Gina, Rocco and Sebastiano and the late Giuseppe and Santino. Lorenzo will be lovingly remembered by his in- laws, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (905-72l-1234) on Thursday, August 30th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary of The People Catholic Church on Friday, August 3lst at 11:30 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to Lakeridge Health- Regional Dialysis Unit or the Kidney Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
PEARSON, Donna
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa, on Monday, August 27th, 2001. Donna Pearson, in her 52nd year. Beloved wife of Winsley. Dear mother of Abigail and Winsley Jr., dear sister of Michael and Anita and sister-in-law of Orin. Dear niece of Alma and Vernon Rholer. Predeceased by her father J.O.F. Haynes, former Chancellor of the Judiciary in Guyana. Donna was a teacher atValley Farm Public School, Pickering and a member of the Pickering Pentecostal Church. For further information please call OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE,, "Thornton Chapel", 847 King St. West (905-721-1234).
QUIST, Barbara Peggy Sherwood (nee Cook)
Suddenly after a brief illness at the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax-Pickering, on Monday, August 27th, 2001. Beloved wife of Albert Quist. Loving mother of Sandra Sherwood Meader. Cherished grandmother of Christopher and Graham. Sister of Robert and his wife Gwen Cook, John and his wife Connie Cook, Marjorie and her husband Ted Hoyle and sister-in-law of Doug Nutt. Barbara will be sadly missed by her special friends Calvin, Petie, Wubba and Fluffy Bum. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Charles Gill and parents Robert and Alice Cook and sister Lilah Nutt. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday August 29th from 7-9 p.m. A Private Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday August 30, at 3 p.m. Interment St John s Anglican Cemetery in Whitby. Donations made in memory of Barbara to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated.
WHITE, Beulah Mae
Age 72 years. At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday August 27, 2001. Beloved wife of Lyndon White. Dear mother of Glen & Jane White; CarolWhite; David & Sandy White; Barb & Dan Burley; Wanda & Dennis Coombes; Susan & Paul Whyte; Mike White; Brian & Sharon White. Loving grandmother of Tammy, Donnie, Scott, Tim, Kim, Mindy, Chris, Justin, Jenny, Lisa, Lindsay, Nickie & Angie. Great-grandmother of Tori, Nichlas, Jake, Jami, Katie, Dylan, Tyler, Brittnie, Katlyn, Tierra & Katlyn. Dear sister of Donna, Shirley, Becky, Doreen, Blake, Mackie and Sherman. Visitation at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville 2-4 & 7-9 pm Wednesday. Funeral Service in the Chapel 1pm Thursday. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to The Charity of your choice.
HESTER, Florence
On Sunday, August 26th, 2001, in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Gordon. Dear mother of Pat Jarvis and her husband John, Judy Wells and her husband George, Gordon Hester and his spouse Ruth, and the late Sue Harris. Mother-in-law of Keith Harris. Loving grandmother of Gord, Tracey, David, George, Jodi, Jennifer, Jeffery and Randi and great grandchildren Elizabeth. Noah and Alicia. Sister of Agnes Low. Friends may call at Thornton Cemetery Chapel (1200 Thornton Rd. N.) on Thursday, August 30th from 11:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service at 12 noon. Arrangements under the direction of OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234).
MATYCZAK, John
Peacefully on Sunday August 26, 2001 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in his 78th year. John, beloved husband of Eva Matyczak (Osypanka). Loving father of Walter Matyczak and his wife Odarka, Olga and her husband Brian Davidson, and Nykola Matyczak. Dear grandtather of Stephanie and her husband Greg Tkach, Genia Matyczak, and Mark, Paul, Diana and Krista Davidson. Loving great grandfather of Madelyn Tkach. John will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends in Canada, Ukraine, Australia and United States of America. Friends may call at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Tuesday August 28th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm, with a Panachyda at 7:30 pm. A Divine Liturgy of Chris tian Burial will be held on Wednesday August 29th at 1O am at St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church, Oshawa. Interment St. Wolodymyr & St. Olha Ukrainian Cemetery (Courtice). Memorial donations made to the Children of Chernobyl Fund or the Seminary in Lviv, Ukraine would be appreciated by the family.
MURRAY, Lorne Nelson
At Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Sunday, August 26th, 2001. Lorne Murray, in his 81st year. Son the late William and Mary Murray. Companion of the late Joan Lloyd. Dear father of the late Wayne Murray, Karen Ropp and family, and Lorna Sargent and family. Lorne will be sadly missed by his 7 grandchildren and his friends Cindy Woodrow, her husband Greg and family. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, August 31st, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. Interment of ashes MOUNT LAWN Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Palliative Care Unit at Lakeridge Health Corp. or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
PARISH, Merle Gloria Alice
At Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa on Sunday, August 26, 2001. Daughter of the late Marwood and Velma Parish. Dearly beloved sister of Maxine Augustine and her husband Gerald and her sister-in-law Carolyn Parish. Predeceased by her brother Carson Parish. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge, 23 Main Street South, on Tuesday, August 28, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Foster Memorial Cemetery. If desired, donations to Ajax-Pickering Whitby Association for Community Living, AIax Pickering Health Centre or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
PEARSE, Robert Ian
(1970-2001) Rob s courageous spirit, sincere kindness and striking wit are tributes to his inner beauty. Dearly loved by his parents Eric and Judy O Donnell and Bob Pearse, his brothers and sister Shannon, Ryan, Patrick and Evan, his extended family brad, Chrisine, Jennifer and Deborah Thatcher, his beloved dogs Bailey and Taylr and finally his soulmate Serena who continues to feel his ever present warmth and protection. We are so proud of you and will cherish the memories you have left with us. You can rest with peace and dignity now Bear. Visitation at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John s Anglican Church, Bowmanville. To recognize his love and understanding for animals, a contribution can be made to Humane Society in his name in lieu of flowers.
RAUCAMP 'Fred' Friedheilm William
After a lengthy illness at Lakeridge Health Corp., Oshawa, on Sunday, August 26, 2001. Loving husband of Sarah. Always remembered by his stepchildren and their spouses. Devoted Opa to Amber and Ashtyn Crabb, and Keenan and Hollis Hinchey. Special thanks to the angels of mercy - nurses and support staff on the 8thfloor, Cancer Unit and Palliative Care. A private family memorial service was held on Wednesday, August 29, 2001. Donations in memory of Fred may be made to Lakeridge Health Corp., Oshawa - Continuing Care, Unit 8 Main C.
DAWES, Winnie (Tennier)
Peacefully at Hillsdale Manor, Oshawa on Saturday August 25, 2001. Winnie (nee Nelson) in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Russell Tennier, Wilfred Bisson and Thomas (Dick) Dawes. Dear mother of Mrs. Hazel Griffin of Niagara Falls, predeceased by her daughter Mrs. Doreen Kelemen of Oshawa and her 3 infant sons. Dear mother in law of Louis Kelemen of Oshawa. Step mother of Mrs. Evelyn Thwaites of Oshawa. Dear sister of Mrs. Sally Thompson of Oshawa. Predeceased by her 3 sisters Annie, Hattie, Bessie and by her 5 brothers Rupert, Granville, Bertrum, Maynard and Gordon. Sister in law of Jean Nelson of Oshawa and Grace Doucette of Campbellton, New Brunswick. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Jim (Glenna) Griffin, Ken (Judy) Griffin, Bill Griffin, Cathy Kelemen, Linda (Doug) Creamer, Gary (Genny) Kele men, Her step grandchildren, Derrick, Shelby, Jenelle, and Trevor Thwaites of Oshawa, her 11 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren and her many nieces and nephews. Rested at the Armstong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Wednesday August 29, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial dona tions to the Hospital for Sick Children or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation was held at the funeral home on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
ESSERY, Kenneth Donald
(Lifetime member Oshawa Shrine Club, Cedar Lodge 270 and Pentalpha Chapter RAM). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Saturday, August 25, 2001, Kenneth Essery in his 90th year. Predeceased by his first wife Laura, and second wife Ethel. Loving father of Alan (Nola) and proud grandfather of Douglas. Friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel" 847 King St., West, (905-721-1234) on Tuesday, August 28th, from 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, August 29th at 1:00 P.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
LAGUE, Joseph William
Entered into rest at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday August 25, 2001 in his 93rd year. Joe, beloved husband of the late Ileen Mae Goodrich. Dear father of Dale and his wife Claire Lague. Stepfather of Jean Dingman, Carolyn Harnden, Donald Harnden, and the late Clarence Harnden. Fondly remembered by his step daughter-in-law Vera Harnden. Dear grandfather of 9 and great grandfather of 9. Mr. Lague rested at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby from 7 to 9pm Monday. Service was held in the Chapel on Tuesday August 28, 2001 at 1pm. Interment, MOUNT LAWN Cemetery, Whitby.
LeBRUN, Roger Joseph
Suddenly at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on Saturday August 25, 2001 in his 71st year. Loving husband of the late Audrey. Beloved father of Audrey and her husband Roy Willis of Oshawa; Gary McLary of British Columbia; Kathy and her husbund Doug Smith of Toronto; Joe LeBrun of Oshawa; and the late Ronald McLary. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dear friend of Kevin Red MacKenzie of Oshawa. Relatives and friends may pay their respects the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King Street East, Oshawa on Wednesday August 29, 2001, from 12:00 noon until time of Funeral Service at 1:00 pm. Cremation. Donations In Memory of Roger may be made to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation.
METCALF, 'Lloyd' George Snowden
(Former owner of Lloyd Metcalf Real Estate Limited, Past president of the Oshawa and District Real Estate Board, Ontario Real Estate Association and Canada Real Estate Association.) Surrounded by his family, after a brief illness, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Saturday August 25, 2001 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Mary for 46 years. Loving father of Larry Metcalf of Whitby, Lloyd and Jennifer Metcalf of Ajax and Marlene and husband Gary Locke of Bowie, Maryland. Dear grandfather of David Metcalf, Susan and husband Stuart Roy, Lloyd and Marlow Metcalf, Samantha and Tommy Locke and great grandfather of Ashley Roy. Lovingly remembered by his sister Helen Werry. Also remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his infant sister Marjorie. Relatives and friends may pay their repects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday August 28, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. Interment Thomton Cemetery. Donations to Oshawa and District Ostomy Association or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
OSTAPOWICH, Nellie
At Rouge Valley Health Systems (Ajax Pickering Hospital) on Saturday, August 25th 2001. Nellie, in her 93rd year. Long time resident of Hillsdale Manor. Predeceased by her husband Fred, son John, and daughter Olivia. Survived by her two sisters and brother, six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, with a Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday August 28th at 11:00 am. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
TAILLON, Pearl
At Sunnycrest Nursing Home, Whitby on Saturday August 25, 2001. Pearl Cardinal, in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Maurice A. Taillon (1971). Dear mother of Marie Smith, Beatrice Parkin and her husband Art, Anne Whyte, Rita Dovell and her husband Garnet, Fred Taillon, Joe Tailton and his wife Ann. Lovingly remembered by 25 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren. Predeceased by a son, Maurice C. Taillon. Predeceased by sisters Melvina Hardie and Mary Jones and brothers Bill, Henry, Joe, John, Arthur and Albertis Cardinal. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. E., Oshawa. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 373 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa. Monday, August 27th at 11:00 am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. Memorial Donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
THERTELL, Glen Orville
At Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Saturday, August 25, 2001 in his 76th year. Glen, beloved husband of Violet (Severn). Dear brother of the late Stanley (Pearl), Harold (Dorothy and Lou), Leona (Harry), Clarence (Fern), Grant and Ray (Betty). Brother-in-law of Denis and Shirley, Derek and Betty and the late Gordon. Loved uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. Friends were able to call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held in our Chapel on Monday at 1p.m. Interment Orono Cemetery. Donations to Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Diabetic Association would be gratefully appreciated.
TOMASELLI, Michael D.
(Veteran of WW II and Retired City of Toronto Employee). Peacefully at Strathhaven Life Care Centre in Bowmanville on Saturday, August 25th, 2001 at the age of 84. Beloved Husband of Margaret (nee McKinnon). Loving father of Ruth and Joke Wiebe, Michele and Bryan Thiffoult, Linda Tomaselli, Gail Loder, James and Diane Tomaselli and Joan and Barry Capp and predeceased by his son Michael. Coring grandfather of Paul Wiebe, Margaret-Anne Demmer, Carol-Lynne Harrison, David, Jill and Steven Thiffault, Tommy and Robert Lixler, Michael, Carol and Christina Capp and Julianna Tomaselli. Dear gramps of Kevin, Amonda, Nicole, Heather, Sean and Brett. Michael wilI be remembered by family and friends. Friends may catl at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West, (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, August 27th, from 2-4 and 7-9 a.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations, to a Charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.
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UPSTONE-WALSH, Sandra
Peacefully at Scarborough Grace Hospital on Saturday, August 25, 2001 at the age of 42. Sandy, beloved wife of Ron Walsh. Loving mother of Tina and Natasha Dubois. Survived by her parents Donald and Helen Upstone, and by her mother-in-law Edith Walsh. Dear sister of Carol Upstone, Brenda and her husband Michael Trapp, Donna Upstone, David and Carol Upstone, Robert Upstone, the late Raymond Upstone, and sister-in-law of Gord and his wife Shelley Walsh, and Kathy Walsh. Sandy will be fondly remembered by her many relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby from 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday. Service in the Chapel on Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 1 p.m. followed by cremation. In memoriam donations, may be made to the Cancer Society.
