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Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday, April 20, 2002, in her 97th year. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland on February 17, 1905. Margaret beloved wife of the late Albert Edward McMinn. Loving mother of Marlene and her husband John Lamont. Proud grandmother to William, Richard and John. Great-grandmother of Chad, Dakota, Bethany and Brody. Mrs. McMinn will be resting at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby on Monday, April 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. A service in the chapel on Tuesday, April 23 at 2 p.m. Interment MOUNT LAWN Cemetery.
WILLIAMS, Kenneth -
passed away suddenly, at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa with his family by his side on April 20th, 2002 in his 85th year. Dearly beloved husband of 60 years to Doreen (nee Stacey). Dear father to Sharon Walmsley, John and Fran Williams and Gail Appleby. Loved dearly by grandchildren Todd, Kent, Steven, Kimberly and Stacy. Will be missed by great-grandchildren Samantha, Grace, Elizabeth, David and Haley. Son of the late Paul and Lillian Williams and brother of Thomas Williams (predeceased), Harry and Anne Williams, Isabelle and George Fox, Joyce and Albert (predeceased) Porter, Beth (predeceased) and Maurice (predeceased) Kane, Esme and Sonny (Mike) Kornylo, Denny and Pauline Williams, and David and Nancy Williams . Ken had a long standing General Motors career of 37 1/2 years. Retired 28 years. Served in Canadian Armed Forces. Avid curler, golfer, and wood carver. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation to be held on Monday, April 22nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service on Tuesday, April 23rd at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Interment at Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations in memory of Ken to Harmony United Church or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
CARRIGAN, Charles D. -
Born in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, May 16, 1936, passed away at Lakeridge Health Centre, Bowmanville on Friday, April 19, 2002. Charles, son of James E. Carrigan (of Pictou, N.S.) and the late Constance Carrigan. Survived by brothers Bill and his wife Judy of Port Hope, Robert and his wife Muriel of Oshawa, Edward and his wife Isobel of Pictou N.S., George and his wife Terry of Calgary AB, Harold of Oshawa; sister Gloria of Whitby; and predeceased by sister Marie Fitzpatrick. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. A celebration of Charles' life will be held on Wednesday April 24, 2002 at 2 pm in the chapel of the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or theSalvation Army would be greatly appreciated.
CLEMENT, William Verdun (Bill) -
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Whitby on Friday, April 19th, 2002 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Alice for 56 years. Dear father of Marguerite Long and her husband David, James and his wife Deborah, Glenna MacLeod and her husband Jim, William, Angela Faber, Robert, and the late Lorraine Patterson. Lovingly remembered by 17 grandchildren, sisters Audrey, Elsie and Anne, brothers Ken and his wife Joan, Len and his wife Carol and extended family. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King Street West (905-721-4234) for visitation on Wednesday, April 24th from 7-9 P.M. Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, April 25th at 1:00 P.M. Memorial donations to the Salvation Army or Alzheinier Society would be appreciated.
HANN, Marlene -
(Long time Brownie Leader). Tragically on Friday April 19th, 2002 at the age of 54. Lovingly remembered by her parents Lawrence Dusome Sr. of Midland and Ella Dusome of Toronto. Dear mother of Denise Chester and Amy Hann. Will be sadly missed by Nana s little angels Jesse, Cheyenne, Gregory, Kara and Justus. Marlene is survived by her brothers and sisters Lawrence Dusome Jr. and his wife Carol of Oakville, Sherlene Shanks of Toronto, Brian Dusome and his wife Rose of Midland and Jackie Clausner of Whitby. She will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, adopted kids and friends. The family would like to extend a thank you to the Durham Regional Police, Oshawa Paramedics and Lakeridge Health-Oshawa CCU and 9 main for all their care and compassion. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, April 21st from 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, April 22nd at 1:00 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
HILLE, Elling -
Peacefully at home in Whitby in his sleep on April 19, 2002 in his 57th year. Beloved husband of 35 years to Linda. Dear father of Carrie Ann and her fiancee Shawn, and Bjarne and friend Michelle. Survived by sister Diana and her husband Peter Van Dam. Sadly missed by many family members and friends. The family will receive friends at the W.C. Town Chapel 110 Dundas St. F., Whitby on Sunday April 21, 2002 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Service in the chapel on Monday April 22, 2002 at 11 am. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre. Your hearty laughter will live on in our hearts
MUCHE, Herbie -
(Retired Bar Steward at the Royal Hotel, Whitby; the Whitby Hotel and Oshawa Golf Club). Suddenly after a brief illness with his family by his side at Oshawa General Hospital on Friday, April 19th, 2002 at the age of 65. Survived by his wife Diane and their dog Thunder. Sadly missed by his Godson Philip, his sister Becky and their parents Joann and Stephen. Lovingly remembered by his niece Alana-Lee and sisters-in-law June and Rose. Herbie will be greatly missed by his extended family and friends in both Canada and Germany. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Fran and the rest of the staff of the Oshawa C.C.U. for all of their care and compassion. Friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel", 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, April 22nd from 2-4 & 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, April 23rd at 1:00 P.M. Interment at MOUNT LAWN Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetic Association would be appreciated.
PATERSON, Doris Emily -
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Friday April 19, 2002 in her 78th year. Doris, beloved wife of Alexander Paterson. Loved mother of David Paterson and his wife Suzanne, and Sandra and her husband Mark Giordano. Dear sister of Albert, Gladys and Irene. Doris is predeceased by her parents Wm. Percival and Ruth Sims, and brothers Gilbert, Phil, and Frank,and sister Ruth. Doris will be missed by many nieces and nephews. A complete funeral service will be held in the chapel of The Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Tuesday April 23rd at 1pm. isitation from 12 noon until service time. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.
STEVENS, Terry (Flora) (nee Cliche) -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Whitby on April 19, 2002 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of Joseph Chatfield Stevens. Dear mother of Robert Stevens and his wife Sandra of Michigan. Proud Grandmother of Tia and Brandon Stevens. Sadly missed by Dennis and Penny Stevens, and Ron Ranger. Survived by sisters, Clem Rivard of Peterborough, Margaret Horne of North Bay, and brothers Joseph Stevens of Pembroke, and Peter Stevens of Manitoba. Predeceased by sister Ellen Chartrand, and brothers Larry, Gordon, and Leo. Lovingly remembered by other family members and friends. Mrs. Stevens rested at the W. C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas St. E., Whitby on Monday April 22, 2002. Mass of the Christian burial was held at St. John the Evangelist Church on Tuesday April 23. Interment followed at St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Whitby. If desired, donations in Mrs. Steven's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
WILSON, George -
Peacefully, on Friday, April 19, 2002, at the Community Nursing Home, Port Perry. Beloved husband of the late Helen Chester. Devoted and cherished father of Norman and his late wife Betty, Willa and her husband Ron Dick, June and her husband Seymour Sanel. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren, Michael, Cindy, Karen, Lynn, Lorraine, Donna, Betty Ann, Gordon, and Robert. Great pops to Andrew, Jonathan, Katherine, Jeffrey, Casey, Lauren, Danny, Maggie, Brent, Cameron, Jennifer, Kristen, Mathew, Brian and Heather. Predeceased by his brother Lloyd of Oshawa. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral HomeA, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Monday, April 22, 2002 at 1 p.m. Cremation. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Community Nursing Home, Port Perry, ON would be greatly appreciated.
FLANAGAN, Madeline Elizabeth (Betty) -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Port Perry on Thursday, April 18th, 2002. Beloved wife of the late Albert Leonard Flanagan. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Katherine and Donald Davis, Peter Flanagan, Linda and John McDonald and Anthony (Tony) and Therese Flanagan. Devoted Grandmother of Sharon Cullen, Laurie Beevor, Dawn Mette, Deanna Ferguson and Paul Davis, Matthew and Michelle McDonald, Christopher, Jennifer, Michael and Kyle Flanagan. Great Grandmother of ten. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Margaret Robinson and Helen Vollans. Predeceased by brothers Jack and Maurice Vollans. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (9O5-72l-l234) for visitation on Sunday. April 21st from 7-9 P.M. with prayers at 7:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Church of St. Gregory The Great Church (Simcoe at Adelaide) on Monday, April 22nd at 10:30 A.M. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
HARINGA, Anna-Maria -
Suddenly at her home in Whitby on Thursday, April 18th, 2002. Beloved mother of Edith Twiddy and her husband Ron. Loving Oma of Jessica, Vanessa and Benjamin. Lovingly remembered by her mother Marie Vandenberg and Jan Govers of the Netherlands and special friend Tony Crosta. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, April 23rd from 10:30 A.M. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 11:00 o clock. Memorial Donations to the Jennifer Ashleigh Foundation would be appreciated.
HUDSON, Ruby F. -
(Retired Petro-Canada). passed away at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Thursday April 18th, 2002 in her 70th year. Much loved mother of Kevin and his wife Jennifer of Brooklin and Dean of North York. Survived by her family in England. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village, from 2-4 and 7- 9 p.m. Monday. Funeral service in the chapel Tuesday afternoon (April 23rd) at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Lakeridge Health Corp., (Oncology Dept.) would be appreciated by the family.
Fondly remembered by many family and friends
KIRKLAND, John Pierce -
Surrounded by his loving family, after a lengthy illness at age 83 died peacefully April 18 th, 2002 at lakeridge Health Whitby. Beloved husband of Hazel, predeceased 1993, loving father of Anne Zablotski, predeceased 1973, Barbara Mager (Marc) of Winnipeg, John Kirkland (Sharon) of Whitby, Mary Lindros (Paul) of Barrie, Pauline Pryde (Tom) of Whitby, Shelagh Wright of Pickering, predeceased 1995, Maureen Zavesiczky of Whitby. Martin Kirkland (Carol) of Stouffville, Kathleen Kirkland of Oakbank, Man. Joseph Kirkland (Linda) of Whitby, Bernadette Klowak (David) of Winnipeg. Dear Pop to 32 grandchildren and great Pop to 10. Special foster Pop to 5. Dear brother of Harry Kirkland (Grace), Southport, England, predeceased by brother William Kirkland (wife Winnie) and sister Molly Ponting (husband Arthur), Liverpool, England. Dear brother-in-law of Alma Summers, Magull, England. Special thanks to the 3rd floor nurses for their wonderful, caring support and to his good friend, Kosta Skanderis. Special heartfelt thanks to ourfamily's dear friend and pastor Rev.N.J Gignac. Visitation at Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street E. Oshawa, Sunday April 21, 2 - 4 p.m., 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Joseph's the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary St. N., Oshawa, Monday April 22, time to be announced. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, John would prefer donations to St. Joseph the Worker Parish of Oshawa. He was the most loving and understanding husband and father whose life was exemplified by his strong devotion to his faith.
NEMETH, (nee Banack) Frances -
(Member C.W.L) Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp.-Oshawa on Thursday, April 18th, 2002. Frances aged 72 years. Beloved wife of the late Charles Nemeth. Loving sister of Helen, Rudy, Joe, Adam, William. Predeceased by brothers Stan, Eddie, Casmer, Louis, Tony, Mickey, Frank and by sisters Ann, Mary, Josie and Alice. Mass af Christian Burial in St. Gregory's Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Donations to St. Gregory's Roman Catholic Church would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to The Armstrong Funeral Home.
WENSINK, William Evert -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Thursday April 18th, 2002 in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Gail Wensink. Much loved "Dad" ofJohn, Bill, Albert, Sharon, Allen, and Diane. Survived by his step-children Angela, Timothy and Brian. "Opa" will be sadly missed by his 14 grandchildren as well as by many family and friends. A Memorial Service to honour his life will take place at St. Paul's United Church 11 a.m. Monday. Donations may be made to Community Care or to The Liver Foundation. Arrangements have been entrusted to The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home.
CHIODI, Pasqua (Boiano) -
It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden death of Pasqua Chiodi (Boiano). Pasqua passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Wednesday, April 17th, 2002, in her 49th year. By her side was her loving husband Andrea of 29 years and her children, John (girlfriend Victoria), Marisa (boyfriend Chris) and Tony (girlfriend Melissa). Pasqua is survived by her father Pasquale Boiano and her sister Maria Boiano. She was also predeceased by her mother Maddalena Chiodi in Boiano. Pasqua will be greatly missed by all family and friends. The family of the deceased would like to express their many thanks for the overwhelming love and support shown by everyone during this difficult time. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, April 19th from 2 -4 & 7-9 P.M. with prayers at 3:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church (91 Ribblesdale Dr., Whitby) on Saturday, April 20th at I :00 P.M. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to thc Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
HEARD, Mifford Orville Bill -
(50 year employee of Lovell Drugs). After a lengthy illness, peacefully passed away at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Wednesday, April 17, 2002, Bi11, in his 84th year. Loving and devoted husband of Irene (nee DeLong) for 61 years. Loving and dear father of Beverley Heard and Valerie Shea (nee Heard). Fondly remembered by grandchildren Adam Shea, Jamie Shea and the late Krista Shea and great-grandchild Bradley Snow. Brother of John and his wife Eunice Heard, Donald and his wife Vivian Heard, all of Bowmanville, Robert and his wife Joyce Heard of Oshawa and the late Margaret and Robert Germond. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel on Sunday, April 21,2002 at 1:30 p.m. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations made in memory of Bill to the Parkinson Foundation or Sunnybrook Hospital Head Trauma would be appreciated.
