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(Member of the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club). passed away on Friday, January 18, 2002 after a courageous battle with cancer. Loving father of Michael and his wife Heather, Susan and her husband Kevin. Devoted Grandad to James. Dear friend of Betty and Neil Gow. Peter will be fondly remembered by his many friends and family in Canada and New Zealand. Friends may call at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre - Pickering, 1057 Brock Road on Wednesday, January 23 from 6-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday at 4 p.m. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
BOYES, Ronald (Ron), Msc, CGA
Born in Hamilton, December 19, 1946, died at home in Ajax, January 17, 2002. Beloved husband of Mandy (Marilyn) (nee Billiald), proud father of Aaron, Graham and Alison, all at home. Survived by his brother Dennis of Toronto and his sisters Lisa of East York and Jan of West Lafayette, India. Sadly missed by the Billiald in-laws and many nieces and nephews. Ron will be remembered for his passion for life and his inspiring courage and positive outlook, even in the face of death. The family would like to express their deep gratitude for the loving care given to Ron by the health professionals at Sunnybrook Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital, Rouge Valley Health Centres, Durham Hospice, Durham Respite, V.O.N.'s, St. Elizabeth and ParaMed and for the palliative care of Dr. John Vu. We sincerely appreciate the support of friends, neighbours and co-workers at the Ontario Ministry of Finance and the Ajax Public Library. The family will receive friends at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax, on Sunday, January 27th between 1-3 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service to celebrate Ron's life. In lieu of flowers, the family would be grateful for donations to the Ronald Boyes ''Think Future Fund'' in support of Brain Tumour Research, No. 88659900 Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, 610 University Ave., 16th Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2M9.
ROACH, Charles Nelson
Peacefully at Extendicare Nursing Home in Oshawa on Thursday, January 17, 2002. Charles, in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Shirley (nee Masson). Loving father of Lynn Bernier and her husband Jack, Kelly O'Donnell and her husband Scott, Kim Cameron and her husband Terry, predeceased by his son Glen Roach. Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Todd, William, Shaun, Krystal, Kyle, Ashley, and Curtis. Great-grandfather of Anna. Survived by his brother Gordon Roach and his wife Joan. Charles will be sadly missed by all of his friends and family. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. With Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday, January 19th at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough. Memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation is on Friday, January 18, 2002 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
WILLIAMS, June Mary
(Retired nurse of York Central Hospital) passed away suddenly and peacefully on Thursday 17th, January 2002, in her 68th year. Wife of the late Harold Lester Williams. Survived by her three sons Jonathan (Ketty), David and Michael (Bronwen) Dearest grandmother of Brent, Cameron, Peter and Laura. Loving sister of Margaret, Cherry and Gillian and sister-in-law of George (Hilda), Brian (Kathy), Kevin (Sandra) and the late Shirley (Cyril). Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, Thornton Chapel , 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Saturday, January 19th, 2002 from 7- 9p.rn. and Sunday, January 20th from 2- 4 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Christ Memorial Anglican Church (81 Hillcroft St.) on Monday January 21st at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciate.
WINTERS, Patricia Ann (nee Norris)
At Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Thursday, January 17, 2002. Pat, in her 63rd year. Beloved wife of Bill Winters. Loving mother of Debbie and her husband Arlin Sittier, Karen and her husband Kent Roberts and Todd and his wife Debra. Dear grandmother of Amanda, Natalie, Patricia, Bradley, Shawn and Colton. Daughter of the late Reginald and Violet Norris. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Saturday, January 19, 2002 from 4 p.m. until the time of Memorial Service at 5:30 p.m. Cremation to follow.
BALL, Grant William George
Age 74. passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on January 16, 2002. Predeceased by his wife Gladys Juanita Ball (Hawley) beloved father of George and his wife Doris of Perth, Ont. Loving grandfather of Lonny Ball (Calgary, Alberta), Geana (Ball) and her husband Jason Greentree (Bowmanville, Ont), Jeremy Stacey (Calgary, Alberta) and Megan Stacey (Kingston, Ont). Great-grandfather of Janson Greentree. Survived by his sister Betty (Doug Wilson) of Oshawa, Ont. and his brother Ross Ball (Lorna) of Peterborough, On. Predeceased by his sister June Pettitt. Grant will also be missed by his best friend Missy. Resting at Armstrong Funeral Home, Oshawa visitation Friday January 18, 2002 9am-11am Service to follow. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery. donations may be made to the Cancer Society.
BECKELL, Marilyn Joan
Peacethlly, at home with her family by her side, on Wednesday, January 16, 2002. Beloved wife of Bert Beckell. Loving mother of Jeff and Robert of Oshawa. Sister of Douglas Ross and wife Pat of Toronto. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A complete service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, January 19, 2002 at 11:00 am. Spring Interment at Zion Cemetery. Donations made in memory of Marilyn to the Lung Association would be appreciated by her family.
BLEWETT, Elvin Laverne
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Wednesday January 16, 2002 in his 83rd year. Elvin, beloved husband of Frances (Naden). Loving father of Donald and Kenneth and his wife Margaret. Dear grandfather of Brook and her fianc Dustin, Ruth, and Karl. Loved brother-in-law of Betty Naden. Brother of the late Harold and Foster Blewett. Friends may call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division Street, Bowmanville on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service complete in our Chapel on Saturday at 1p.m. Spring IntermentOrono Cemetery. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Orono United Church or to a Charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated.
BRIGNOLE, John
(Longtime Employee of Bell Canada). Died suddenly on Wednesday, January 16, 2002 in his 55th year. John, loving husband of Myra. ''Best Dad in the world'' to Claudine. Devoted brother of Pat and her husband Eric Becker. John will be sadly missed by his many family and friends. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday. The Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church, 796 Eyer Drive, Pickering, on Monday, January 21, 2002 at 11 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Ajax and Pickering Health Centre, Emergency Department would be greatly appreciated.
CONROY, Isabel
(Long time employee Oshawa General Hospital, Dietary Department). At Lakeridge Health-Whitby on Wednesday, January 16th, 2002 in her 67th year. Predeceased by her husband Stewart. Beloved mother of Tom, Brian and Joan and her husband Gerald Duncan. Grandmother of Jillian Conroy, Stewart and Tanya Conroy and Catherine and Justin Duncan. Sister of Arthur Crawford and sister-in-law of Doris Evans, Dot Harrison, Marion and her husband Jack Boudreau, Joyce and her husband Al Buchanan, Ted Conroy, Theresa Conroy, and close friend and companion Linton Farrow. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, January 18th from 2 -4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, January 19th at 1:00 P.M. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery.
CROSSLEY, Charles Charlie
Thomas (40+ year employee of Bowman Products). Peacefully surrounded by his family at the Oshawa General Hospital on Wednesday, January 16th, 2002 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Beryle. Loving father of Cheryle Rhyno of Ajax and Robin Westermann and her husband Rainer of Germany. Caring grandfather of Brett, Kyle, Sara, Kari, Vanessa and Lucas. Dear brother of Harry Crossley and sister Ivy Brandt. Charlie will be sadly missed by his many friends. A Memorial Service will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905 721-1234) on Monday, January 21st at 1:00 P.M. with visiting one hour prior to Service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
DANFORD, Beverley Delores
Suddenly at her residence on Wednesday, January 16, 2002 in her 67th year. Beverley Davis, beloved wife of the late William Danford of Oshawa. Dear Sister of Marion Nairn of Norwood, William Davis of Trenton, Helen Holmes of Peterborough & Carl Davis of Kelowna B.C. Mrs. Danford is predeceased by her son James, her brothers & sisters Harold, Gertrude, Stella, Marjorie & Bob. Friends may call at the Norwood and Distgrict Funeral Home Ltd., 36 Queen Street, Norwood 1-877-737-7070 for visiting 1 hour prior to the service. Funeral Service in the chapel on Monday, January 21, 2002at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Naomi Miller officiating. Private family Interment Rosemount Memorial Gardens.
JOBE, Lawrence Lloyd (Butch)
At Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville, on Wednesday, January 16, 2002, in his 54th year. Butch, dear brother of Edith Kierstead, Ross Jobe, and Donna Thompson and her husband John. Son of the late Aileen and Wallace Jobe. Sadly missed by many friends and relatives. Friends may call at NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (Mill St. exit 440, just north of 401 toll-free 1-877-987-3964) on Thursday from 4-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel of the funeral home on Friday at 2 p.m. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family .
HAYDEN, Dorothy Noreen
passed away at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Wednesday January 16th, 2002 in her 69th year. Dearly loved wife of Russ Hayden. Much loved mother of Susan Bennett of Guelph. Linda Gregorcic of Oshawa, Brian and his wife Jo Ann of Whitby, Sharon and her husband Jim Heffering of Brooklin, Rusty and his wife Brenda of Oshawa, Ed and his wife Laurie Brooklin, Pamela and her husband Brad Maarse of Brooklin, and Patricia and her husband Gerald Hanson of Edmonton, Alta. Always Ioved by her 15 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survived by her sister Joan Spratt of Fort Erie, and pre-deceased by her brother Don Woodruff. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village from 2-4 and 7- 9 p.m. Friday. Funeral service in the chapel Saturday January 19th, at 2:00 p.m. Interment tp follow at GROVESIDE Cemetery, Brooklin. If desired memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would he appreciated by the family.
MARRIOTT, Leo Max Vincent (1920-2002)
(Served in the Royal Navy during WW II) passed away peacefully at the Altamont Nursing Home on Wednesday, January 16, 2002. Leo will be sadly missed by his wife Rebecca, sisters-in-law Helen and Audrey, nieces and nephews, Scott and Dana, Harry, Karen, Helen and Bill and family, Fergus and Norma and family, great nieces and nephews, Tracey, Frank and family, Christopher and Steven and friend Jean. The family would like to thank Dr. Winecki and all the nurses and caregivers at the Altamont Nursing Home. Special thanks to Nancy Jordan, Gladys Brett, and Dino Accettone. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax, on Friday, January 18, from 6 p.m. until time of Service in the Chapel at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Altamont Nursing Home would be appreciated.
McGILL, Margaret Ellen (Hoskins)
Peacefully on January 16, 2002, on the eve of her 50th birthday. Beloved wife of Michael E. McGill. Daughter of Doris (Kingsmill) Hoskins and the late Reginald G. Hoskins of Claremont. Stepmother of Adrian Michael and Anthony Matthew McGill. Sister of Lynda Haapala (Walter Perrault), Brampton, Janetta Denny (Donald),Alberta, Ruth Taylor (Gordon), Claremont, Anne Hoskins-Reid (Donald) Brampton, Susan Olafsen (William), Claremont. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street, Brooklin Village. Visitation Sunday, January 20th, 7-9 p.m. and Monday, 12:00 Noon with Funeral Service to follow in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment Salem Cemetery.
''Our little Margie''
SEABROOK, Irene
At Sunnycrest Nursing Home on Wednesday, January 16th, 2002 in her 89th year with her family and friends by her side. Beloved wife of the late James (Phoebe) Seabrook. Loving mother of Gail Keyworth and her husband Neville and Sandra McAlary and her husband Bruce all of British Columbia and Mary Twigg and her husband John of Whitby. Sister of Mack Robinson and his wife Grace and the late Harry and Harvey Mckenzie. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren and great grandchildren. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday January 18th from 2-4 and 7-9 RM. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, January 19th at 11 o clock. Interment Whites Cemetery (Trenton). Memorial Donations to Sunnycrest Nursing Home-Resident s Council would be appreciated.
STEFANEK, Jason
Suddenly; as the result of a snowmobile accident on Wednesday January 16, 2002. Jason Stefanek, of Oshawa, in his 24th year. Loving son of Ernie and Linda Stefanek. Dear brother of Tammy and Steven and his wife Kelly. Loved grandson of Malcolm and Elva Whipple and Fred and the late Anna (Oma) Stefanek. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (9O5-432-8484) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Monday January 21 at 11 a.m. The family of Jason will receive friends on Sunday from 24 and 7 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Courtice Baptist Church would be appreciated.
TWINER, Muriel Irene
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 16, 2002. Beloved wife of James Arthur. Loving mother of John (Gail), Leanne (David) and Mark (Francine). Stepmother of Gay (Gerhard), David (Diane), Jill (Keith) and Enid (David). Muriel will be fondly remembered by 18 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering (just south of 401, Saturday, January 19 from 12-1 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel at 1 p.m. Interment to follow at Pine Hills Cemetery.
