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At Hillsdale Manor in Oshawa on Friday September 20, 2002. In her 82nd year, the former Alma Irene McCutcheon, the beloved wife of the late Harry Garfield Murphy. Loving mother of Lynda and her husband Ken Stickle, of Peterborough, Kathryn Brown and Peter Belsey, of Oshawa. Loving grandmother of Kendra and Shawn Stickle and great grandmother of Kailynn. Dear sister of OnaSmith. Predeceased by her brothers Morley and John and by her sisters Lyla McCullough and Evangeline McIntosh. Friends may call at the BRECKENRIDGE-ASHCROFT FUNERAL HOME in Owen Sound on Tuesday from 11 am to 1 pm. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday afternoon at 1 pm. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Alzheimers' Society or to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
CHARLTON, Winnifred Mae -
(Former member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Sunbeam Chapter #73). At ThorntonView Long Term Care, Osbawa, on Thursday, September 19, 2002, Winnifred, in her 85th year. Daughter of the late Wilbert and Nellie Charlton. Sister of George Charlton and the late Charles Ronald Charlton. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LIMITED, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (9O5-433-5558) on Monday September 23, 2002, from 12 noon until the time of service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Cremation with Interment at Oshawa Union Cemetery. Donations made in memory of Winnifred to a Charity of one s choice wouild be appreciated.
HUTCHINSON, Lew C. -
On September 19, 2002, at the age of 63, died peacefully and with dignity at home surrounded by his family after a determined battle with cancer. Be loved husband and best friend of Marilyn, Lew was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his sons Scot (Anne) and Grant, and granddaughters Amy and Maggie. He is also survived by siblings David (Ruby) of Duhamel Alberta, Roger (Moira) of Toronto and Connie (Dale) of Fort St. John, B.C. Named after his grandfather, a pioneer and a founder of the Alberta Wheat Pool, he grew up on the family homestead, 'Spruce Coulee', at Duhamel. He got his Bachelors and Master of Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Alberta. He moved to Burlington, Ontario in 1964 to begin his career in the steel industry. After a brief period with Stelco in Hamilton, he moved to Oshawa to work at Lasco Steel. During his 27 years at the plant, he moved up from the Plant Metallurgist to the President. He then moved to England as Managing Director of Sheerness Steel, a sister company of Lasco. In 1996 he moved back to Canada to the corporate office of CoSteel. In 1999, he retired as CEO of CoSteel. His favorite sports included golf, hockey, tennis, skiing, cycling, hiking and working out at the gym. With his love of travel, he was able to do many of these activities in far flung locales. His few years of retirement allowed him to play golf to his heart's content. The family would like to extend sincere thanks and our gratitude to Dr. Helen Pyle for her compas sion and excellent care. Thanks also to Yolanda Vanderlaan of the Saint Elizabeth Nurses and the Emergency Room Doctors and the staff of Oakville Trafalgar Hospital. Thanks also to oncologist Dr. Jennifer Knox and clinical nurse Massey Nemat the PMH and especially Dr. Allistair Cunningham and Dr. Claire Edmonds of the Healing Journey. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 24th at 2:00 p.m. at Kingsview Unit ed Church, 505 Adelaide Ave. E., Oshawa (905) 436-2000. There will be a reception at the church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Lew's memory to the Healing Journey at Princess Margaret Hospital , Rm 10502B, 610 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5G 2MP (416) 946-6560. Arrangement s under the direction of OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234).
McGREGOR, Beatrice Jane -
Entered into rest at the Fairview Lodge in Whitby on Thursday, September 19th, 2002, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Alexander McGregor. Loving mother of James of Edmonton, Eleanor Mason-Beeke and her husband Henry of Oshawa, Murray and his wife Mary of Fort Erie, Gordon and his wife Janice of Brantford, Marilyn Bobee and her husband Ernie of Dixonville, AB, Jeanette and her husband the late Larry Kellet of Turin, AB and Marion Kiss and her husband John of Stony Plain, AB. Dear sister of Ken Smith and his wife Dorothy of London, Chris Landers of Kirkland Lake, Phyllis Smith and her husband Fred of Dundalk, and the late Bill and his wife Freda of North Bay. Also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call at the chapel of St. Mary's Cemetery, Lifford on Monday, September 23rd from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Funeral service at 3:00 p.m. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Society of Lindsay would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay (705-328-2721).
McKEE, Rebecca 'Ruby' (nee Wallace) -
Born May 19, 1926 in Glasgow, Scotland. Peacefully at home, on Thursday, September 19th, 2002, Ruby passed away with her family by her side. Loving wife of the late Alexander McKee. Loving and devoted mother of Brian; Linda; Elaine (Rick Salwonchuk); and will be sadly missed by dear friend, Barbara Wilson. Proud grandmother of Gregory, Cheri-Lynn, Lianne and Stacey; and great-grandmother of Treyton. Beloved sister of Alex Wallace, Margaret Duncan and Jean Reilly. Predeceased by siblings Joe Wallace and Maime Carlyle. Ruby will also be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to Durham Access for their unending support and love. Family and friends will be received at the McEachnie Funeral Home, Ajax on Friday, September 20th, 2002 from 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in our Chapel on Saturday, September 21st at 10:30 a.m. Cremation will follow and a private family burial will be held at a later date.
RYDING, Eva -
passed away on Thursday September 19, 2002 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in her 81st year. Beloved wife of Harry. Loving mother of Carole and her husband Rony Toma, and Sandra and her husband Don Broadfoot. Proud grandmother of Daniel, Sarah, and Jonathan. A service will take place at All Saints Anglican Church, 300 Dundas Street West, Whitby on Thursday September 26, 2002 at 1:30 pm. Cremation. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation and may be made through the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel.
ADAMS, Alice Frances -
Peacefully, at East General Hospital, Toronto on Wednesday, September 18, 2002. Alice (Boynton) Adams of Scarborough was the beloved wife of Gordon Stuart Adams. Predeceased by her parents Ernest and Bernice (Southern) Boynton and brother Carroll Boynton. Survived by her sister-in-law Delia Boynton of Kirkfield. The family will receive friends at the Mangan Funeral Home, Beaverton (705-426-5717 on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Kirkfield on Monday at 2 p.m. Interment Lakeview Cemetery, Kirkfield. The family would appreciate memorial donations to Covenant House or the Canadian Cancer Society.
BAILEY - SIDNEY Vincent -
passed away at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Wednesday September 18th, 2002 in his 82nd year. Dearly loved husband of Ellen Bailey (nee Hoban) of Brooklin. Much love d father of Owen Bailey and Marilyn of Blackstock, and James Bailey of Brooklin. Survived by his sister Margaret Holtby of Uxbridge. Predeceased by brothers Jeffrey, Norman and Garth, and sisters Hilda (MacLean) and Lillian (Gross). Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village, from 7-9 p.m. Friday. Then to St. Thomas' Anglican Church (Winchester /St. Thomas Sts. Brooklin) from 10:00 a.m. Saturday until time of service to follow at 11:00 o'clock. Interment to follow at St. Paul's Cemetery. If desired memorial donations to St. Thomas Anglican Church, would be appreciated by the family. Members of Royal Canadian Legion Br. #152 Brooklin are asked to assemble in the chapel Friday evening at 6:15 for service. Members of Beethoven Lodge, #165 Brooklin are asked to assemble in the chapel for service Friday evening at 6:30.
CLARK, Anne Estelle -
passed away suddenly, at Lakeridge Health in Port Perry on Wednesday, September 18, 2002. Anne Clark, dearly beloved wife of Stan Clark of Prince Albert. Loving mother of Catherine and her husband Herb Hermans, Steven and his wife Darlene Ash, Diane Rakoff, Norine Clark, and Cheryl and her husband Les Allen. Dear grandmother of Sean, Michael, Tim, Neil, Raymond, Aaron, Kaitlyn and Ashley. Dear sister of Dixie and her husband Jack Campbell and Al and his wife Terri Fraser. Family and friends may call at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Port Perry, on Friday, September 20, 2002 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A complete funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, September 21, 2002 at 11 a.m. Cremation will follow. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
De SMIT, Dora -
At Chez Nous Lodge, Stanley Point ON on Wednesday September 18, 2002 in her 88th year. Dora, beloved wife of the late Paul De Smit. Dear mother of Ingrid & her partner Glenn Anderson of Tecumseh, Pauline & her husband Larry Frost of Oshawa, Joanne & her husband Bruce Green of Newtonville and Paul De Smith of Hampton. Loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by her extended family. Friends may call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, Bowmanville on Friday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in our Chapel on Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Cemetery, Whitby. Donations to the Alzheimer Society in her memory would be gratefully appreciated.
ERICKSON, Eugene Albert Benjamin "Gene" -
At the Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care, Rogers Street on Wednesday September 18, 2002. Beloved husband of Helen Marguerite Fee. Loving father of Denise Allen and her husband Paul of Pontypool. Son of Audrey and the late Erling Erickson. Brother of Elwood, Arthur, Juanita and her husband Stan. Uncle of David, and son-in-law of the late Irene and Ivison Fee. Gene retired after 35 years with General Motors. He was creative in woodworking and was the proprietor of the Teddy Bears Workshop. Friends will be received at the COMSTOCK FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 356 Rubidge Street, Peterborough, on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Service to be held from the chapel on Monday September 23rd at 1:00 p.m. with the Reverend Jan White officiating. Interment Pontypool Cemetery. In memory of Gene donations to the Pontypool United Church or the P.R.H.C., Palliative Care or a Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
EVANS, Harold -
At age 91. Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday September 18th, 2002. Beloved husband of Sally Brouwer. Dear father of Leslie Hung and her husband Warren. Cherished Grandpa of Eric, Steven & Caitlin. Brother of Florence Kent of Oshawa. At Harold's request there will be no funeral service held. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Donations may be made to The Cancer S ociety. Arrangements entrusted to The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, Bowmanville.
HARWOOD Charles R. (Dick) -
(Retired General Motors of Canada 35 years service, Supervisor Maintenance Department) Peacefully, at Thornton View Long Term Care, on Wednesday, September 18, 2002. Dick, beloved husband and best friend of Pat (nee Stewart). Predeceased by his parents Robert S.L. and Sarah Harwood. Survived by his sister Joan Howe and husband Burt, brothers, Bob and Desmond, Derek and wife Rosemarie, Frank and wife Barbara, Edward and wife Sue. Caring uncle of Neil and wife Virginia. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews in Surrey, England. Relatives and friends maypay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433 5558) on Monday, September 23, 2002 from 1:30-3:00 p.m., followed by a complete service in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Sincere appreciation to the management and staff of Thornton View for their kindness and care while Dick was a resident of the Nursing Home.
KING, Lloyd Alexander -
Peacefully on Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at the Community Nursing Home in Port Perry, at age 93. Lloyd King of Port Perry, beloved husband for 54 years of the late Marion (nee Quinn). Loved father of Fay Montgomery of Oshawa, John (deceased) and his wife Marlene (deceased) ofNewastle, Ron and his wife Roslyn of Seagrave, Wayne of Ajax, Sylvia and her husband Donald Crossey of Courtice, and Larry and his wife Melody of Barrie. Loving grandfather of Michael, Brenda, Jill, Lori, Pete (Christie), Jay (Stacey), Ted, Karen, Darryl, Darcy, and great grandfather of Joshua and Alex. Relatives and friends will be received at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry1) on Friday from 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate the life of Lloyd King will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, September 21st at 2 p.m. with Michelle Hofman officiating. Interment East Oakwood Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Nursing Home Activity Fund in Port Perry.
KICHKO, Steven -
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday September 18, 2002. Steve Kichko in his 84th year. Beloved husband of the late Martha Sanders. Dear fatherof Lynn Zaroda and her husband Richard of London, ON and James Kichko and his wife Robin of Edmonton, AB. Lovingly remembered by four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A private family graveside service being held at Thornton Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME.
LEGROS, Elizabeth Margaret -
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Thursday September 19, 2002, after a lengthy illness. Dear wife of Bill and loving mother of daughter Lori Turik (Mitchell) and son Scott. Special grandmother to Lisa, Taryn and Keira. Fondly remembered by sister Jean MacIntosh. A dedicated teacher, Marg will be fondly missed by her many colleagues and students. She was an ardent curler for many years at the Whitby Curling Club. Our sincere thanks go to our many friends who cared for Marg over this difficult period, the Victorian Order of Nurses and the staff of the Palliative Care Centre in Oshawa. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funberal HomeC, Ajax from 2-4 and 7 to 9 Sunday and Monday. A private family service will be held. Cremation. Should family and friends so desire, donations to Durham Regional Cancer Centre or the Charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
MARCHANT, Margaret B. -
Suddenly, at the Community Nursing Home, Pickering, on Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of 60 years to the late George F. Marchant. Loving m other of Jim and his wife Carol. Predeceased by her loving daughter Karen. Much adored Nana of Paul, Michelle, Amy, Joanne, Greg, Mary-Beth, Stephanie, Christina and Karen. Proud Great Nana of her 16 great- grandchildren. Survived by her younger sister Irene Jones. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, Ajax chapel on Saturday, September 21, 2002 at 1 p.m. Interment Erksine Cemetery. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
RUTHERFORD, Robert F. -
At this home with his family by his side on Wednesday September 18, 2002 in his 84th year. Bob, beloved husband of the late Audrey (Adams). Loving father of Doug & his wife Lynne. Loved grandfather of Sheri, Kevin and Brian. Dear brother of Jim & his wife Ada, Bill & his wife Joan and Marguerite McLaren & her husband Arch. Lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, Bowmanville on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in our Chapel on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment Orono Cemetery. Donations to the Little Charitable Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.
