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(Member of Simcoe St. United Church and past member of the Wesmount Kiwanis Club). Peacefully, at his home with his family, on Wednesday, March 2O, 20O2. Bert, much loved husband of Ruth (nee Ogden) for 41 years. Loving and devoted father of Doug and his wife Susan. Proud Papa to Bailey, Madison, Clancy, Dylan, Tayler and the late Jeremy. Brother of Rose Fowler, Esther McKinnon, Albert Waite and his wife Kay, Annie Hart and her husband Nelson and the late Fred Waite, George Waite Alice Debart and Sarah Massey. Brother-in-law of Ev Waite and Percy Massey. 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 24 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations made in memory of Bert to Simcoe St. United Church Memorial Fund or Oshawa General Hospital Foundation-Palliative Care would be appreciated.
WINGER, David Oswald -
Suddenly went to be with the Lord, on Wednesday, March 20, 2002, at his home in Seagrave, at age 73. Dave Winger, dearly loved husband of Ellen (nee Evans). Loved father of Steve, and Mark and his wife Deborah. Loving grandfather of Jennifer and her husband Franz, Stephanie, Michael, Clayton, and Eric, and great- grandfather of Abigail and Asia. Dear brother of Floyd, Bruce and his wife Delores, Murray and his wife Beverley, Keith and his wife Doris, and Paul and his wife Pat. A devoted Christian and long-time member of Emmanuel Pentecostal Church in Port Perry, he will be greatly missed by the entire congregation. Relatives and friends will be received at the Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, 1680 Reach Street in Port Perry on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate the life of Dave Winger will be held in the Church on Saturday, March 23rd at 11 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Fred Penney officiating. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque through the Wagg Funeral Home, ''McDermott-Panabaker Chapel'', 216 Queen Street in Port Perry to E.P.C. World Mission Fund.
WINTON, Audrey Winifred -
(1937-2002) Suddenly, while visiting relatives in Edmonton, on Wednesday, March 20, 2002. Much loved wife of Evan, mother of Debra and her husband Rick and Kelly and her husband Allan, and grandmother of Alexandria and Lauren. Beloved sister of Gloria, Walter, Helen, Alden, Everett and the late Marg, Otto, Dorothy and Lionel. Audrey was a pillar of strength, support and love and she will be greatly missed by all. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 2-4 & 7-9 pm Sunday. Funeral Serviceat St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (35 Church St. N., Pickering Village) on Monday, March 25, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Audrey was a survivor of breast cancer and the family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
"We love you Mom and we miss you."
WRIGHT, William John (Jack) -
(39 year employee of General Motors, Canada). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Wednesday, March 20th, 2002 in his 97th year. Dearly beloved husband of Violet for 70 years. Loving father of Jackie and her husband George Tanton. Devoted Grandfather of Janice, Douglas and David and Dear Papa to Jacob and Benjamin Posacki and David Tanton. Survived by his brother Cecil and predeceased by sisters Olive, Ethel and Ann and brothers Joseph, Clarence, Orval, Harold "Hap” and Gordon. Jack will be missed by all. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, March 22nd from 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held at Faith United Church (1778 Nash Rd., Courtice) on Saturday, March 23rd at 1:00 P.M. Interment to follow at MOUNT LAWN Cemetery. Memorial Donations to Faith United-Building Fund or a Charity of Choice would be appreciated.
BOGLE, Janet (Jan) -
(Long time employee of Scotia Bank, Whitby and Pickering Branches). At Lakeridge Health-Bowmanvil1e after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, March 19th, 2002 at the age of 54. Beloved wife of Ernie for 35 years. Loving mother and best friend of Kim and Sharon. Super Nana of Tasha. Sister of Malcom, Eric. Alan and Derek Burbidge, all of England. Jan will be lovingly remembered by her extended family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (9O5-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, March 26th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, March 27th at 11:00 o’clock. Memorial Donations to Lakeridge Realth-Oshawa Oncology Department or the Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
BURNS, Marjorie -
After a courageous battle at Lakeridge Health Corp-Bowmanville on Tuesday March 19, 2002. Marjorie, in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Adnah Bums. Dear mother of Robert and his wife Marta Burns of Oshawa and Norma vanderVeen of Ajax and the late David Burns. Fondly remembered and loved by her grandchildren; Anna, Philip, Michelle, Sarah, Peter, Amanda, Christine, David, Tyce and Erica and her great grandchildren; Faith, Seth, Eden, Jayrie and Kyra. Sister of the late Gerald and Bunty. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (9O5-433-5558) on Thursday March 21, 2001 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Donations made in memory of Marjorie to the Arthritis Society would be appreciated by the family.
FARNDALE, Gordon S. -
( Retired Sargeant of G.M. Security Police, long time member of the Brooklin Chapter of IOOF & Masonic Lodge, Whitby Chapter of the Eastern Star). passed away peacefully at the Sunnycrest Nursing Home on Tuesday March 19, 2002 in his 94th year. Husband of Marion Ruth. Loving father of Shirley (Julius), step-children Grant (Mavis), Bonnie, Betty, Dale (Wilf), Suzanne (Gary), Dixie (Thor), Audrey (Gladwyn). Sadly missed by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Predeceased by his first wife Reva, and brothers Howard and Tom. Mr. Farndale will be resting at the W.C. Town funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas Street, East Whitby Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service will be held from St. Mark's United Church Whitby Thursday 2 pm. Followed by Cremation. Private Family Interment in Markdale. Donation to the Charity of choice.
GEROLAMI, John -
At his home after a courageous battle with cancer with his family at his side on Tuesday, March 19th, 2002 at the age of 53. Survived by his loving wife Mary and Sons Ryan and Eric. Brother of Joe and his wife Judy, Guiliano and his wife Elena and Milena Facca and her husband Dominic. John will be sadly missed by many family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, March 21st from 2-4 and 7- 9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church (91 Ribblesdale Dr., Whitby) on Friday, March 22nd at 11:30 A.M. Memorial Donations to the Durham Region Cancer Centre or Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
GILLILAND, Sharon Rose -
Suddenly on Tuesday, March 19th, 2002 at Lakeridge Health- Oshawa. In her 37th year. Beloved daughter of Bruce and Yvonne. Loving sister of Cindy and her husband Bob Ouellette, Mark and his wife Lucille and Colleen and her husband Mark Hudson. Dear aunt of Katie, Mary Rose, Adam and Jake . Employee of Frank’s hairstyling for 8 years. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, March 21st from 2-4 and 7 -9 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St Mary of the People's Roman Catholic Church (570 Marion Ave) on Friday, March 22nd at 11:30 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Sharon’s warm heart touched the lives of everyone around her and she will be missed terribly by family and friends. Her generous, unselfish and giving nature made her an angel on earth to all who knew her, and she now fulfills this role in heaven. Memorial Donations to the Humane Society (a humane lover of animals) or the Kidney Fountain would be appreciated.
SKITCH, Margaret Jane (Nee MeGahey) -
(Longtime member of Kingsview United Church and U.C.W. Friendship Group). Born in Lindsay, Ontario, on April 9, 1909. passed away peacefully, on March 19, 2002, in her 93rd year, at Sunnycrest Nursing Home, Whitby, Ont. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Albert Skitch. Dearest mother of Robert (Doreen) of Oshawa, Donald (Lois) of Hamilton, Ross (Dorothy) of Oshawa, Margaret Trull (Lewis) of Caesarea, Ont. Survived by sisters-in-law Mrs. Muriel McGahey of Lindsay, Mrs. Anna Hull of Sutton West, Ont. and many loving nieces and nephews. Lovingly remembered by 12 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, 3 stepgrandchidren, 8 step-great-grandchildren and 6 step-great-greatgrandchildren. Predeceased by son-in-law Ross Mann, sisters Marjorie, Dorothy, Olive, Edith and brother Manley. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LIMITED, 152 King St. F,, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held at KINGSVIEW UNITED CHURCH, 505 Adelaide Ave. E. (at Wilson Rd.N.) Oshawa, on Friday, March 22, 2002 at 11:00 am. Interment MOUNT LAWN Memorial Gardens, Whitby. Donations to Kingsview United Church Elevator Fund will be gratefully acknowledged.
TURNER, Thomas -
Retired Principal of Bowmanville Central Public School passed away at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 in his 84th year. Tom, beloved husband of Dorothy Dickinson for 61 years. Loved father of Joan and her husband Wendell Palmer of Niagara Falls and Ross and Jan of Innisfil. Loving grandfather of Steven and his wife Jennifer, Scott and his wife Susan, Erin and Neal, and Brett. Great-grandfather of Callie Palmer. Dear brother of Jean (Mrs. Robert Stevens) and Lois (Mrs. Robert Morton). Friends may call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service in the Morris Chapel on Thursday at 1 p.m. Interment at Orono Cemetery. Donations to the Alzheimers Society in Tom's memory would be gratefully appreciated
HOYT, Craig Leigh -
It is with great sorrow that our family announces the passing of Craig. He was in his 49th year. Devoted son of the late Helen Kerr (2001) and Stanley Hoyt (1986). A private family memorial for Craig will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the McEachnie funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax. Cremation. Interment at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, Kingston, Ontario.
KAISER, Samuel Joseph -
(WWII Veteran, member of R.C.L. Branch 322 Ajax and charter member K. of C. St. Francis de Sales Council No. 6161 Pickering, Sir Knight of Fr. Leo J. Austin Assembly, Whitby, member of St. Vincent de Paul Society (Vicentian) since 1955 and former Treasurer and General Manager of St. Francis de Sales Parish Credit Union Ltd. Employee of General Motors Canada, Parts and Service Department for 32 years) In the presence of his family on Monday, March 18, 2002, Sam, in his 79th year, beloved husband of Isabella Taylor McLaughlin Bain. Eldest son of the late Henry Huxley (Harry) Kaiser and Frances Olive Laviolette. Loving and devoted father to Nancy Ann and her husband David McEachnie, Angela Merici and her husband Michael Brown and special dad to David and his wife Darina Bain and to Ian and his wife Vivian Bain. Loving ''Papa'' to Luke Samuel and John Craig McEachnie, Caitlyn, Angela and Mary Clare Brown and Christina Bain and Special Papa to Bradley, Warren, Mikaela Bain. Brother of Paul and his wife Bernice and to the late Louis and Peter. Brother-in-law to Grace Kaiser, Christina Bain in Dumbarton, Scotland and the late Joyce Kaiser. Lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and cherished friends. The family will receive friends at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax from 7-9:00 p.m. Wednesday and 2-4:00 p.m. and 7-9:00 p.m. Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Francis de Sales Church, 82 Church Street South, Ajax, (Pickering Village) on Friday, March 22, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. Donations may be made to the ''Samuel J. Kaiser'' bursary award for academic excellence at St. Francis de Sales School or to St. Francis de Sales Church Building Fund.
REEVES, Kathleen Ann -
On Monday March 18th, 2002. After a difficult struggle with emphysema, Kathleen (Parish) Reeves beloved wife of Jack Reeves and dear mother of Greg and wife Carol and Geoff and wife Charlene. Loving grandmother of Mitchell and Madison. Sister-in-law of Eileen Reeves of Mississauga, sister of Wally and Marion Parish of Burlington and nephew Lawrence Parish of Calgary. Predeceased by her parents Catherine and Walter Parish. Will be sadly missed by dear friends Helen Herrema and Evon Corbould. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (23 Main Street South) for service in the chapel on Friday, March 22, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment, Foster Memorial Cemetery, Uxbridge. In memory of Kathleen, donations to the Durham Lung Association would be appreciated.
ROWE, Arthur Ruben "Artie" -
Age 67 years. Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday March 18, 2002. Beloved dad of Trudy & her husband Keith Lewis; Darlene & her husband Paul Dadson; Carla & her companion Kenneth Newell. Cherished "Grampa" of Mathew, Adam, Taylor, Brendon. Will be sadly missed by Lucille Brooks and Dan Whitehand. May he rest peacefully with his love Muriel Walker. Visitation at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville 7-9pm Tuesday. Funeral service in our Chapel 1pm Wednesday. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Bowmanville Hospital Foundation.
BARRETT, Basil Henry Alexander ''''Baz'''' -
May 5, 1926 - March 17, 2002. After a brief battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig''s Disease), is survived by his loving wife Grace and their children Kent, Dale, Scott, Susan (husband Larry), Greg (wife Carol), Larry (wife Laurie) and Marsha, and adoring grandchildren Scott, Ryan, Leslie, Robert, Grant (wife Carrie), Holly, Bradley, Christy, Brock, Lindsay. Sadly missed by his family, Brian and wife Carole, Lloyd and wife Mary, Shirley and Iris. A loyal employee of Manulife Life Insurance for 52 years and fondly remembered by all his friends, associates and many Dredge partners. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax on Thursday, March 21, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to ALS Society would be greatly appreciated.
CROLY, Conrad -
passed away peacefully on March 17, 2002 at home with his wife Marta and son Paul by his side. He leaves behind his wife, son and two loving sisters and a brother who will cherish him in their hearts forever. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax on Wednesday March 20, 2002. Visitation is from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A funeral service will be held in the chapel at 1:00 pm. Cremation.
DEAN, Kathleen Mavis -
After a brief illness at Surrnybrook and Women’s College Health Science Centre on Sunday, March 17th, 2002 in her 81 st year. Loving mother of Karin and her husband Jim Stanger, Shiela and her husband Robyn Grant. Devoted Grandmother of Michael and Tyler Stanger and David, Sarah and Robert Grant. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday. March 19th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, March 20th at 1:00 P.M. Interment GROVESIDE Cemetery. Memorial Donations to Sunnybrook Women’s College Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
JONES, Leslie Alexander -
Peacefully on Sunday, March 17th, 2002, at Lakeridgc Health-Oshawa at the age of 80. Loving husband of Vanessa. Father of Linda, Paul, Jason and Yolanda. Brother of Lilian Snyder, Dorothy Webb and the late Stan, Ed and Olive. Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, March 21st from 7 -9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, March 22nd at 3:00 P.M. Interment Sanctuary Park Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
