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ST. ANDREWS, David Leslie
(Veteran W.W. 11. Ontario Tank Corps). At Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Sunday, November 11th, 2001 at the age of 80. Beloved husband for 55 years of Beulah. Dear father of Linda Dougherty and her husband Brian, Leslie Flare and her husband John, Daniel and his wife Annette, Fred and his wife the late Lorraine, Eric and Randy. Loving grandfather of Robin, Sara, Russell, Jennifer and David. Survived by sister Marion Richardson, nieces, nephews and many friends. Predeceased by sisters Dorothy, Jose, Ruth and brothers Doug, Geoff and Bill. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, November 14th from 2 -4 and 7 -9 P.M. Complete Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, November 15th at I :30 P.M. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Durham Lung Association, Canadian Diabetes Association or The War Amps would be appreciated.
COAKWELL, Edith "Nell"
At Thorntonview Continuing Care Centre on Saturday, November 10, 2001. Nell Coakwell in her 93rd year. Dear wife of the late Orval Coakwell. Dear mother of Doug (Marjorie) and Fred (Lillian). Dear sister of Lillian Mitchell. Dearest Granma of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At the family's request, a private service was held at the Armstrong Funeral Home. Interment at MOUNT LAWN Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
RITCHIE, David
At Sunnybrook & Women's College Health & Science Centre, Toronto on Saturday, November 10, 2001 in his 53rd year. David, beloved husband of Gail (Clark) Ritchie of Courtice ON. Dearly beloved father of Kevin, Sean, David Jr., and Erin. Brother of Les and his wife Barb, Hal, Ann and her husband Roy, Clare and her husband Barry and Alex and his wife Pat. Loving son-in-law of Alvin and Betty Clark. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Visitation at the Morris funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service complete in our Chapel on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Cremation. Donations to the Diabetes Association or Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated.
HONE, Edward
At Centenary Hospital, Scarborough, on Friday, November 9, 2001, Ed, in his 66th year. Beloved husband of Carolyn. Loving father of Richard, Sharon, David and Christopher. Dear Grandpa of Jennifer, Kurt, Christine, Justine, Joshua, Jacob, Chase, Patricia, William Alexander, Dalton and Kyle. Sadly missed by Sharon Elizabeth, Debbie, Patricia and Jill. Brother of Kenneth Hone, Naomi Berry, Patricia Taylor and Gabrielle Beatty. Fondly remembered by mother-in-law Norma Haynes. Friends may call at the O'Neill Funeral Home, 6324 Main St., Stouffville, 905-642-2855, on Sunday, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service, Monday at 1 p.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
INNES, Maureen Mary Helen
After a courageous battle against cancer, peacefully, at her home in Oshawa on Friday, November 9, 2001, Maureen, in her 58th year. Will be sadly missed by her grieving husband Jim of 37 years. Loving mother of Fiona and her husband Gene Jackson and Graeme. Very devoted Gramma to Alyssa, Meghan, Robbie and Keirsten. Sister of Christine Nicol. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Monday, November 12, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. Donations made in memory of Maureen to the Oshawa General Hospital Foundation New Durham Region Cancer Centre or the United Way would be appreciated.
MITCHELL, Mary Elizabeth
At Extendicare Long Term Care Facility on Park Road in Oshawa, on Friday, November 9, 2001. Mary (nee Phillips) in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Marvin. Dear mother of Cheryl Thiebaud and her husband Marc. Dear grandmother of Nancy Lane and her husband David, Debbie Harkness and Jennifer Thiebaud. Dear great-grandmother of Matthew David Mitchell Lane and Ashley Elizabeth Lane. Private family service entrusted to Armstrong Funeral Home. Memorial donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated by the family.
RYMDZIONEK, Eugene
Peacefully on Friday November 9, 2001 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in his 76th year. Eugene, beloved husband of the late Genevieve (Jennie). Loved father of Robert and his wife Karen, Paul, Yasmin and her husband David, and the late Barbara and her husband Owen Foot and his family. Loving grandfather of Stephanie and Elizabeth. Dear brother of Alex and his wife Polly, and uncle of Rita and her husband John Varga and their children Ryan and Lorisa. Friends may call at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Sunday November 11th and Monday November 12th, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral mass on Tuesday November 13th at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church (Simcoe and Olive). Please call Funeral Home for time of mass 905-433-4711. Cremation. Memorial Donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.
GALL, Henri Emmanuel
passed away peacefully at home November 8, 2001 after a long struggle with pulmonary disease in his 63rd year. Much loved husband of Patricia Short-Gall and loving father to Jean Paul. Henri will be greatly missed by his extended family and many friends. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 10, 2001. Funeral service in the chapel on Saturday at 10:30. Cremation to follow. Should family and friends so desire, donations to West Park Respiratory Rehabilitation Unit would be greatly appreciated.
HARRIS, Janet
At her residence in Oshawa on Thursday, November 8th, 2001. Janet Brown at the age of 81 years. Beloved wife of Herbert Harris. Dear mother of Janet Hickey. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Jennifer & Ryan Hickey. Predeceased by brother Robert Brown. Resting at The Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. East, Oshawa with Funeral Service in the chapel Saturday November 10th at 2:30 P.M. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery, Whitby. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
LAMBERT, Margery Elizabeth
passed away peacefully at the Ajax-Pickering Health Centre on Thursday November 8, 2001 in her 91st year. Margery, beloved wife of the late Jim. Dear mother of David and his wife Marilyn. Loving grandmother of Stephen, Katrina, James and Michael. Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Irene, her nieces, nephews and their families. Friends and family will be received at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668 3410) from 2 to 4 pm Sunday and 7 to 9pm Monday. Service in the Chapel on Tuesday November 13, 2001 at 1 pm followed by cremation. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
LOVATSIS, Danny (Trifon)
Owner of Calvert's Party Services. Suddenly, on Thursday, November 8, 2001. Danny, beloved husband of Joann. Loving father to Lea-Anna and her boyfriend Jot, Danielle and her husband Scott Honsberger. Dear son of Agapi and the late Evangelos Lovatsis. Brother of George and his wife Susan. Also uncle of Mary-Anne and Jeanine. A private family Funeral Service was held at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village). Should family and friends so desire, donations to The Children's Wish Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
MACNAB, John (Jack)
Peacefully on Thursday, November 8, 2001 at the age of 86 at Foam Lake, Sask. Beloved husband of the late Marion (Balson) dear father of Audrey Cormack (Alex) Dianne Coulson (Frank), Sandra Stephenson (Ron), Barbara McReelis (Bill), Charlene Kamentz (John), Jeannette Howard (Larry), Gordon MacNab (Cindy). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren and great grandchildren, predeceased by grandson Brian and sister Dorothy Laird. Survived by his sister Frances Mitchell (Calif.) At his request Cremation, Memorial Service to be held at a later date in Hampton United Church.
PAPE, Iris
passed away tragically as the result of an accident on Thursday, November 8, 2001. Iris, in her 31st year, beloved daughter of Lisa and Rolf. Dear sister of Tania. Love of Malcolm Heskins. Will be sadly missed by Tante Gerda and Onkel Fred. Dearly missed by her many friends, family and colleagues. Friends may call at the O'Neill Funeral Home, 6324 Main St., Stouffville, 905-642-2855, on Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass from St. Mark's Church, 345 Gladpark Ave., on Thursday at 11 a.m. Interment Stouffville Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Her warmth and generosity will be missed by all.
PORRILL, Wilfrid Patrick (Pat)
(Retired employee of Fittings Ltd., Oshawa; Life Member of Lions Foundation of Canada; Past member of Blackstock Lions Club). Peacefully, on Thursday, November 8, 2001, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Port Perry. Pat, in his 91st year. Will be sadly missed by his wife Jean of 52 years. His son Dan (Heather) of Baytree, Alta., daughter Kay (Dr. Larry Hurren) and son Ray (Elizabeth) of Oshawa. His grandchildren Matt, Jill and Becky Hurren and Ericka, Adrianne, Mackenzie and Lidea Porrill. Predeceased by his brother Joe and sister Margaret. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-555S) on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will he held in the chapel on Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made in memory of Pat to a favourite Charity would be appreciated.
SIMPSON, Gilbert Joseph
Peacefully, following a lengthy illness, surrounded by his family, at
Lakendge Health-Oshawa, on Thursday, November 8th, 2001. Gilbert Joseph Simpson in his 76th year. Beloved husband and lifelong Pal of Alice, Dear father of Sandra and her husband Dean Rundie, Robert, Gilbert Jr. and his companion Sheila, Barry and his wife Jacqueline, Hotly Boyd and her companion Steve McGowan. Predeceased by his son Michael and his parents Robert and Mary. Survived by his brother Stuart. Predeceased by 3 sisters and 7 brothers. Lovingly remembered by his 10 grandchildren Kristin, Jennifer, Terri-Lynn, (Sterling), Brian, Camille, Ryan, Kevin, Robin and Alice. Predeceased by his grandson Joey. Dear great grandfather of Patrick, Justin, Bradley, Joshua and Anthony. Gilbert served Proudly with the Canadian Army Infantry during World War Two, and served in the Korean Conflict with the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery. He was a member of Branch 43, Royal Canadian Legion, Oshawa. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel", 847 King St. West (905-72 1-1234) for visitation Saturday, November 10th, 2001 from 7 - 9 p.m. and Sunday, November 11th from 2- 4 and 7- 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church, 1314 Oxford St., Oshawa on Monday, November 12th at 11:00 a.m. with Interment at Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the V.O.N. or Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
THOMAS, Gordon Harold
passed away peacefully, on November 8, 2001, at Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa, in his 67th year. He was born in Ottawa and worked for A&P Warehouse, Etobicoke for 35 years. Gord, dearly beloved husband of Bridget; loving father of Heather and Danny; step-father to Roy, Gary, Tom, Gerri and Willena; proud grandfather of Susan; brother to devoted sisters Betty and Eleanor. Very special uncle to many nieces and nephews and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gord's parents George and Susan and brother Kenny predeceased him. At Gord's request there will be no viewing, and a memorial for family and close friends will be held 4 p.m., Monday, November 12, 2001 at W.C. Town Funeral Chapel in Whitby. Cremation with Interment in Uxbridge at a later date. Gord will be remembered as a warm, sensitive family man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Gord's family would like to thank family doctor, Dr. Brian St. John and the staff of Lakeridge Health Uxbridge, Dr. Paul Hacker and the staff of Markham-Stouffville Hospital, doctors and nurses at both York Central and Lakeridge Health Oshawa, who attended and cared for him. He received the best of care at all these hospitals. If desired, donations to Diabetes Association would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.-
BRIDGEMAN, Frances L.
(Active member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, and ACW St. Saviour's). At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday, November 7, 2001, in her 62nd year. Frances, loving wife of Carl of Orono. Dear mother of Craig and his wife Kim of Kingston, and Christina and her husband Rick Pearsall of Courtice. Sadly missed by grandchildren Adam, Mikaela, Danika, and Harrison. Sister of Harry Wilson of Gananoque. Friends may call at NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights, Mill St. exit) on Friday, Nov. 9, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in St. George's Anglican Church, Newcastle, on Saturday, Nov. 10, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough, at 2:30 p.m. Donations to the Oncology Unit, Lakeridge Health Oshawa, would be greatly appreciated by the family.
CARUSO, Santo Armando
June 11, 1936 - November 7, 2001Peacefully at his home after a lengthy illness. Will be sadly missed by his wife Albertina of 43 years, son Louie, daughters Sandra, Angie and son-in-law Sam. Proud grandfather to Samantha and Amanda. We would like to thank all of our business associates who supported Armando Excavating & Grading for the past 25 years. Survived and loved by his brothers and sisters. Friends may visit on Friday, November 9, 2001 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering. Service to follow on Saturday, November 10, 2001, 10 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Church with Entombment at Holy Cross Mausoleum.
PETER, Steve Robert
(Longtime Leader-Scouts Canada). Peacefully at home with his family, on Wednesday, November 7th, 2001. Steve Peter, in his 61st year. Beloved husband of Diane. Dear son of Mrs. Irene Peter. Loving father of Stephanie and her husband Mark Ivy and Mark and his wife Liz. Dear grandfather of Ryan and Amber Ivy. Dear brother of Mike Peter and his wife Julie. Fondly remembered by his father and mother-in-law, Garnet and Helen Zimerling and sister and brother-in-law Joanne and Joe Da Silva. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (9O5-721-1234) for visitation Saturday, November 10th, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Sunday, November 11th at 3:00 p.m. Cremation. Memorial
Donation to V.O.N. or Grace Lutheran Church would be appreciated.
PLATT, Hugh
Suddenly, on November 7, 2001, at home with family by his side. Hugh predeceased by his wife Ann. Loving father of 12 children and their spouses, grandfather of 36 and great-grandfather of 2. Survived by 3 sisters and 4 brothers. Hugh will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He has left a legacy of kindness, tolerance and love. Mr. Platt will be resting at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas St. E., Whitby Thursday 7-9 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 11 a.m. from Holy Family Parish, 91 Ribblesdale Dr., Whitby. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
WILSON, Annie Madeline (Midge)
Peacefully, at Extendicare Oshawa, on Wed nesday, November 7, 2001. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Wilson. Devoted aunt to Don and his wife Betty Andrews of Ennismore and Jim and his wife Barb Andrews of Oshawa and Bobbie Andrews. Auntie Midge will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents Beatrice and Frederick Courtice, her sisters Peggy Andrews, Elsie Scand, Mari on Abbott, Dorothy Courtice and her brothers Eric, Lloyd and Leonard Courtice. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa on Friday from 7-9 p.m. A complete service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, November 10, 2001, at 3:00 p.m. Donations made in memory of Midge to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be ap preciated.
DASTOU, Gisele
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Tuesday November 6, 2001, Gisele at 56 years of age. Beloved wife of Gerald. Dear daughter of Rita and the late Wilfred Pelletier. Loving mother of Barbara, Suzanne and Cindy. Lovingly remembered by her grandsons Connor and Jacob. Dear sister of Carmelle, Yvonne, Juliette, Jacques, Rodrique, Jacqueline, Esther and Robert. Gisele will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa with Mass of Christian Burial from Paroisse Assomption de Notre Dame (384 Hillside Ave.) on Saturday November 10, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the Funeral Home Friday at 8 p.m. Memorial donations to the CanadianCancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
GEIST, Joachim
passed away suddenly and much too soon on Tuesday, November 6, 2001 in his 67 year. He was the kindest, most loving husband and father that anyone could have had. Our love for our Papi will be in our hearts forever. He will be missed terribly by his loving wife Brigitte, sons Michael, Andy, daughter Sylvia and Butzi as well as the rest of his family and friends. The Funeral service will be held in the Chapel of the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax on Saturday, November 10, 2001 at 3 p.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Heart and Stroke Fund would be greatly appreciated by the family.
