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ABSALOM, Wm. Ray
In loving memory of Wm. Ray Absalom, 65 years of Sudbury who passed away peacefully Tuesday morning at his residence. He was born in Hamilton and marriage Glenna (Irish) in Sudbury 1957. Ray came to Sudbury in 1950. He had worked at Copper Cliff, retiring from INCO in 1990 with 391/2 years service. Ray loved life and lived it daily with a spirit that was never encumbered by worry. He was an associate member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br #564 Lockerby. He was an avid Blue Jays fan, a horse racing enthusiast and a keen hunter. He spent many happy times at his camp at Naraka Lake with his 4 wheeler. He loved spending time in New Brunswick with friends and time on the fishing boats. Ray was a devoted husband and best friend to his loving wife Glenna. Beloved husband of Glenna (Irish) Absalom of Sudbury. Dear son of Orland and Sadie Absalom predeceased. Loving brother of Vi Mulholland (husband Frank predeceased) of Hamilton, Theda Armstrong (husband Percy) of Sudbury, and the late Audrey Moore and Albert Absalom (wife June of Hamilton) both predeceased. Dear son-in-law of Mary and Clarence Irish predeceased. Dear brother-in-law of Lucy Marcotte (friend Gerry Martin) of Sudbury. Special nephew of Laura Potticary (husband Howard predeceased) and Helen Sones (husband Jack) both of Ancaster. Sadly missed by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Service in the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME, 252 Regent St. at Hazel St., Friday, May 12th, 2000 at 1 p.m. Interment in the Civic Cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Fund or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. (Friends may call 3-5; 7-9 p.m. Wednesday; 2-5; 7-9 p.m. Thursday; and after 12 Noon Friday)
ADAMS, Alice Noreen (Nee Parkes)
In loving memory of Alice Noreen Adams (Nee Parkes), 82 years of Sudbury who passed away Monday evening, May 8th, 2000 at SRH - St. Joseph’s Health Center. She was born in Sundridge and marriage Bill Adams in Sudbury in 1936. Alice was a longtime Sudbury resident having lived many years on Ontario Street. She had been a waitress at Cassio’s Restaurant for 25 years retiring in 1977. Alice was a member of St. Paul’s United Church and a member of the Sudbury Regional Sr. Citizen’s Club. She had spent many happy times at the family cottage in Estaire. She will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Beloved wife of Wm “Bill” Adams predeceased 1992. Loving mother of Joanne (husband Thomas Andruschuk) of Estaire, Marlene (husband Joe Del Mastro) of Philipston, Gail (husband Bert Beauchamp) of Naughton, Wayne predeceased 1991 (wife Connie of Azilda), Donna (husband Bill Gay) of Halifax, N.S., David of Vancouver, Darwin (wife Helen) of Pickering, Barry (wife Nancy) of Sudbury. Cherished grandmother of 22 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Dear daughter of Edward and Nora (Smith) Parkes predeceased. Dear sister of Fanny Smith, Charles (wife Erna) and Everett (wife Marge) all of Sundridge and the late Hazel Diamond, Marge, Jim and Joe Parkes all predeceased. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service in the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME, 252 Regent St. at Hazel St., Friday, May 12th, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. (Friends may call 2-5; 7-9 p.m. Thursday and after 10 a.m. Friday)
COLTON, Andrew James “Jim”
In loving memory of Andrew James “Jim” Colton, 74 years, who passed away Tuesday morning, May 9th, 2000 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital - Memorial Site. Born in Liban, Manitoba, he came to Sudbury in 1947, marrying Cecilia one year later. He worked at Falconbridge Nickel Mines for 8 years and then served as a police officer with Sudbury Regional Police for 33 years retiring in 1985. He served with the Canadian Armed Forces during World War II and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 76, Sudbury. He enjoyed gardening, the Toronto Maple Leafs, baseball, bowling, volunteer firefighting and travelling in his motor home through Canada and the United States. He was a founding member of St. Stephen’s on the Hill United Church. Beloved husband of Cecilia (Gurke) Colton of Sudbury. Loving father of Rick (wife Cheryl) of Oakville, Joan (husband Paul Malbeuf) of Pickering and Debby (husband Graham Leporte) of Sudbury. Dear grandfather of Shawn (wife Laura), Cory (friend Jamie), Jyll and Tara. Dear son of the late Nicolas and Marie Colton both predeceased. Dear brother of Peter of New Brunswick, Stanley of Sarnia, Ignace and Anne Krowchuk both of Winnipeg, and Mike of British Columbia. Resting at the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch St. Funeral Service in R.J. Barnard Chapel, Thursday, May 11th, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. Interment in the Civic Cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Fund, Diabetic Association or St. Stephen’s Memorial Fund would be appreciated. (Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Wednesday or after 10:30 a.m. Thursday)
SABOURIN, Marie (Née Barbe)
The family announces with sorrow her death, May 9, 2000, at the Sudbury Regional Hospital (St. Joseph’s Health Centre), at the age of 88 years. Daughter of the Zenon Barbe and of the late François Barbe (née Jodoin). Wife of the late Ernest Sabourin. Loving mother of Robert (wife Eileen) of Jacksonville, Florida, Madeleine (husband George Lowe) of North Bay, Wilfrid (wife Jean) of Parry Sound, Raymond (wife Ninon) of Sault Ste. Marie, Rachelle (husband Nester Pidwerbecki) of Oshawa and Jacques (wife Joan) of Ottawa. Dear sister of Cécile Barriault of Sudbury. Predeceased by many brothers and sisters. Cherished grandmother of 17 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Mrs. Sabourin was an active member of St. Dominique Church. She enjoyed knitting and playing cards. The family will receive friends at the CO-OPERATIVE FUNERAL HOME, 222 Lasalle Blvd., East (at Notre Dame), Sudbury, Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 12, 2000 at (time to be confirmed), in the Bishop Roger Despatie Chapel of the Co-Operative Funeral Home, Sudbury. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
WILLIAMS, Raymond H.
In loving memory of Raymond H. Williams, 63 years of age, who passed away Monday evening, May 8th, 2000 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital - St. Joseph Health Centre. He was born in Sudbury and marriage Margaret Rose Burke. We remember Ray as a quiet and private person who had a great wit and sense of humour - as his friends at Grumbler’s will recall. As a young man at home with his parents, he spent many hours entertaining his niece Kimberley and his nephews Robbie and Randy. However, his family know his life only really began when he met Rosey 21 years ago. We are thankful they were able to be together at home and at Daoust Lake, right to the end. Beloved husband of Margaret Rose Burke “Rosey”, and her children Catherine Isaac (John), Terri-Lynne Burke both of Etobicoke, Shawn Burke (Jennifer) of Cambridge. Grandchildren Claudia Isaac, Liam Burke. Sister Joan Noble (Ron) of Elliot Lake, Marlene Williams of Sudbury. Predeceased by parents Ray and Lucy Williams. Survived by many nieces and nephews, and his canine companion Dickens. Funeral Service in the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME, 252 Regent Street at Hazel Street, Thursday, May 11th, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. Donations to the Lung Association or the charity of choice would be appreciated. (Friends may call 2-5, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday and after 10:00 a.m. Thursday).
LISTER, Rose Ann (nee Hickey)
In loving memory of Rose Ann Lister (nee Hickey), 86 years, formerly of Copper Cliff, who passed away Thursday morning, May 18th, 2000 at Extendicare-York, Sudbury. Born in Bedford County, she marriage William F. Lister in 1930 in Portsmouth. Rose came to this area in 1937. She was a faithful member of St. John the Divine Anglican Church where she actively participated in the ministry and fellowship of the congregation and was a member of the parish Ladies Auxiliary. A longtime volunteer with St. John’s Ambulance, Rose was always a caring and sharing person who was quick to help others. A member of the Nairn Center Senior’s Group, she enjoyed crocheting and sewing. Rose was devoted to her family whom she leaves a rich legacy of love, faith and goodness. Beloved wife of William F. Lister, predeceased 1978. Loving mother of Roy predeceased (wife Joyce of Copper Cliff), Perry (partner Claudette) of Copper Cliff, Shirley (husband George Rosset) and Irene (husband Delmo Borgogelli) both of Sudbury, and Vernon (wife Shirley) of Kamloops, B.C. Cherished grandmother of 21 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Dear daughter of William and Hattie Hickey predeceased. Dear sister of Frances Crawford of Sharbot Lake, Ernie Hickey (wife Vera) of Kingston and the late Katherine (husband Emery Moss of Kingston), Steve Hickey and Wilamene Revell all predeceased. Sadly missed by loving nieces and nephews. Resting at the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch St., Sudbury. Funeral Service in the R.J. Barnard Chapel on Saturday, May 20th, 2000 at 10 a.m. Interment in the Parklawn Cemetery, Sudbury. Donations to St. John the Divine Church Building Fund or V.O.N. would be appreciated. Friends may call from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday; and after 9 a.m. Saturday.
MANGAN, James Bernard “Jim”
In loving memory of James Bernard “Jim” Mangan, 59 years, of Sudbury, who passed away Thursday afternoon, May 18th, 2000 at SRH - Laurentian Site. Born in Timmins, Jim came to Sudbury in 1986 from Kingston. A Roman Catholic, he was a maintenance technician with Bell for 10 years. Beloved father of Kevin and Kyle Mangan both of Pickering. Loving son of Noella (Chantigny) Mangan of Toronto; and the late John Mangan predeceased. Dear brother of Dennis (wife Joyce) of Sudbury, Joan (husband Terry Scholes) and Jeanine both of Timmins and Joyce (husband Ron Power) of Toronto. Dear uncle of Todd, Bonnie Jean, Sean, Craig (predeceased), Christopher, Leah and Kathleen. Resting at the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch St., Sudbury. Funeral Prayers in the R.J. Barnard Chapel on Saturday, May 20th, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. Donations to Rock Haven would be appreciated. (Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and after 10:30 a.m. Saturday.)
MORIN, Antoine
In loving memory of Antoine Morin, 95 years, Tuesday evening, May 16th, 2000 at Val d’Or, Quebec. Beloved husband of Blanche (Rioux) Morin of Val d’Or and the late Bernadette (nee Tremblay) Morin predeceased 1985. Loving father of Carol (husband Lyle Perry) of Hanmer. Special grandfather of 3 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Predeceased by 14 brothers and sisters. Resting at the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME, 252 Regent St. at Hazel St., Sudbury. Funeral Mass in La Toussaint Church, 1519 Bellevue, Sudbury on Saturday, May 20th, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. Cremation at Park Lawn Crematorium, Sudbury. Donations to the Lung Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. (Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.)
MORIN, Antoine
A la douce mémoire de Antoine Morin, 95 ans, est décédé le mardi en soirée, 16 mai, 2000 à Val d’Or, Québec. Époux bien-aimé de Blanche (Rioux) Morin de Val d’Or et de feue Bernadette (Tremblay) Morin prédécédée 1985. Profondément regretté par sa fille Carole (époux Lyle Perry) de Hanmer et par 3 petits-enfants et 1 arrière-petite-fille. Prédécédé par 14 frères et soeurs. Repose au SALON FUNÉRAIRE LOUGHEED, 252 rue Régent, Sudbury. Messe de Funérailles à l’église de la Toussaint, 1519 Bellevue, Sudbury le samedi 20 mai, 2000 à 10:30 a.m. Incinération au Crématoire Park Lawn, Sudbury. Dons à la mémoire d’Antoine peuvent être destinés à Lung Association ou Heart and Stroke Foundation. (La famille accueillera parents et amis de 2-4pm et 7-9pm le vendredi.)
VAUDRIN, Mae
In loving memory of Mae Vaudrin who passed away May 12, 2000, in her eightieth year, at Extendicare-York, Sudbury. Mae was happiest surrounded by her family. She enjoyed having friends drop in for coffee, a chat or a game of cards. She loved to work in her garden, doing crafts (which she gave to family and friends). Mae was a lifetime member of the Women’s Institute and worked as a practical nurse and midwife. She assisted in the delivery of many babies in Capreol and area. Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life are her loving husband John, beloved daughters Elaine Jackson (Dale) of Vernon, B.C., Ruth Faubert of Sudbury, grandchildren Peter Jackson (Cindy) of Regina, Michael Faubert of Sudbury, Lana McEachern of Saskatoon, Dell Faubert of Barrie, Lia Faubert of Calgary and great grandchildren Sean and Kathryn Jackson, Daniel and James McEachern, James Faubert and Tanya Faubert (predeceased). Survived by her loving sister Anne Lennie of Toronto, many nieces and nephews, and special friends Matt and Laurette Rouselle, Roger and Helen Lavoie, and Marj Hamilton of Capreol. Predeceased by many brothers and sisters. There will be a private Interment for immediate family. Friends and relatives are invited to celebrate Mae’s life through stories and memories at a reception at The Christ the King Centre (2nd floor in the reading room) on 12 Elgin Street in Sudbury, Ontario on Friday, May 19th from 4 to 8 p.m.
BONIN, Hilda (née Lefebvre)
The family announces with sorrow her death, June 7th, 2000, at Pioneer Manor, at the age of 90 years. Daughter of the late Zéphir Lefebvre and of the late Louisa Lefebvre (née Parisien). Wife of the late Hector Bonin. Loving mother of Lucille (Mrs. Marcel Litalien), Mrs. Georgette Jutras (husband Bellarmin, predeceased), Réjane (Mrs. Gilbert Michaud) all of Sudbury, Lili Anne (Dr. Walter Woychuck) of Copper Cliff, Gilles (wife Yvonne), Jacques (wife Paulette), Madeleine Bonin, Raymond (wife Marguerite), all of Sudbury and Dr. Richard Bonin (wife Lilliane) of Ottawa. Predeceased by one son Roland. Also predeceased by her brothers Paul, Hector, Adrien, Alphonse, Philippe, Michel and by her sisters Léonie Daoust, Irène Brosseau, Évangeline Rodrigue, Laura Farmer and Georgiana Caron. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her 23 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Predeceased by one grandson Jean-Pierre. The family will receive friends at the CO-OPERATIVE FUNERAL HOME, 222 Lasalle Blvd., East (at Notre Dame), Sudbury, Friday from 2-5pm and 7-9:30pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, June 10th, 2000, at 10:30am, in Ste Anne des Pins Church, Sudbury.
BONIN, Hilda (née Lefebvre)
Est décédée le 7 juin 2000, au Manoir des Pionniers, à l’âge de 90 ans. Fille de feu Zéphir Lefebvre et de feue Louisa Lefebvre (née Parisien). Épouse de feu Hector Bonin. Mère bien-aimée de Lucille (Mme Marcel Litalien), Mrs. Georgette Jutras (époux Bellarmin, prédécédé), Réjane (Mme Gilbert Michaud) tous de Sudbury, Lili Anne (Dr. Walter Woychuck) de Copper Cliff, Gilles (épouse Yvonne), Jacques (épouse Paulette), Madeleine Bonin, Raymond (épouse Marguerite), tous de Sudbury et Dr. Richard Bonin (épouse Lilliane) d’Ottawa. Prédécédée par un fils Roland. Également prédécédée par ses frères Paul, Hector, Adrien, Alphonse, Philippe, Michel et par ses soeurs Léonie Daoust, Irène Brosseau, Évangeline Rodrigue, Laura Farmer et Georgiana Caron. Lui survivent 23 petits-enfants et 23 arrière petits-enfants. Prédécédée par un petit-fils Jean-Pierre. La famille recevra parents et amis à la COOPÉRATIVE FUNÉRAIRE, 222 boul. Lasalle, est (angle Notre Dame), Sudbury, vendredi de 14h00-17h00 et 19h00-21h30. La messe funéraire aura lieu le samedi 10 juin 2000, à 10h30, dans la Paroisse Ste Anne des Pins, Sudbury.
