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On Wednesday, January 29th, 2003 at her home with her family by her side, in her 92nd year. Ruth, beloved wife of the late Laurence. Dear mother of Ed (Brenda), Gail (Barry), Don (Bernice), Bonnie and the late Gary Colbourne. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her sisters Phyllis and Dorothy. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 1st, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. from the Low & Low Funeral Home, visitation, two hours prior. Interment, Uxbridge Cemetery. In Ruth's memory, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.
APPLETON, Richard -
passed away at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto on Tuesday, January 28, 2003 in his 49th year. Richard Appleton, dearly beloved husband of Lezlie Appleton of Greenbank . Loving father of James and Ryan and predeceased by Joseph. Dear son of Marvin Appleton and the late Yvonne Appleton. Dear brother of Melodie (Ivan) Henttonen, Monita (Allard) Drisdelle and Ryan (Jackie) Appleton. Loving grandson of Edna Milner. Dear son-in-law of Kenneth and Doreen Chevis. Richard will be sadly missed by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Family and friends may call at the Low & Low Funeral Home on Friday, January 31, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A complete funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, February 1, 2003 at 1 p.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the St. Michael's Hospital Cardiac Unit or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
BORROWDALE, Katie Evelyn -
At Thorntonview Nursing Home on Tuesday January 28, 2003. Katie Hobbs in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Borrowdale and Arthur Peeling. Dear mother of Joan Urqubart and her husband Harry Eika and step-mother of Arthur, Sidney, John and Donald Peeling. Dear sister of Rosemary Bishop and the late Lila, Norma, Mice, Flossie, Madeline, Greta, Fred and Jean. Also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E., Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Thursday January 30 at 2:30 p.m. Interment at Oshawa Union Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
GUDGEON, John Charles -
(26 year employee of General Motors, Canada; Legion Member of Branch #112). Suddenly at Toronto General Hospital on Tuesday, January 28th, 2003 at the age of 49. Dearly beloved husband of Judy (nee Agar). Loving father of Victoria and Andrew. Sadly missed brother of Gary and his wife Janet; Robert and his wife Donna. He will be lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives, special and distant friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, January 30th from 1-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 31St at 11:00 A. M. Cremation. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Whitby Minor Lacrosse Association or Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
(Owner of Murray Holliday Eavestroughs for 42 years.) Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Lakeridge Health- Oshawa, on Tuesday, January 28th, 2003. Murray, in his 73rd year. Predeceased by his parents Marcus and Edna Holliday. Beloved husband of Delores. Loving father of Stephen, Paul (Yvette) and Mark. Dear grandfather of Stephanie, Shane, Michael and Angela. Dear brother of Betty (Bill) Rutherford. Predeceased by brothers Donald (Muriel), Ralph (Josephine) and Vernon. Murray will be sadly missed by all his friends and family. Murray will be remembered as a founding member of the Oshawa R/C Flying Club. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'' 847 King St. West ( 905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, January 30th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 31st at 3:00 p.m. Memorial donations to a Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
JARVIS, Jack -
At Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Tuesday, January 28, 2003. Jack, beloved husband of Evelyn Jarvis. A private funeral service was held at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E., Oshawa.
KEHOE, Paul Michael Mike -
Suddenly, at home on Tuesday, January 28, 2003. Loving husband and best friend of Pam. Loving father of Brian and Jeffery Kehoe and Christopher Durling who was always in his heart. Loving Papa to Joshua Kehoe. Lovingly remembered by his mother Irene Kehoe and his late father Jack Kehoe, his grandmother Doris Kehoe and late grandfather Lawrence Kehoe. Greatly missed by his sister Tammy Truax and husband Vince of Woodville and his niece Nicole. Dear son-in-law of Rose and Bill Finley of Oshawa. Brother-in-law of Steven and Caroline Finley of Courtice, Elaine and Donald Kinsley and Alan Finley, all of Oshawa. Dear uncle of Joey and Brent Finley, Rebecca, Jessica and Dana Kinsley. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St E., Osbawa (905-433-5558) on Friday from 3-5 and 7-9 pm. A service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, February 1, 2003 at 3:00 prn. Donations made in memory of Mike to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
McGREGOR, Donald Keith -
On January 28th, 2003 in his 62nd year. Loving husband of the late Carol McGregor, father of Jamie, brother of Nancy Jarvis (Bill) of Castleton. Son of the late Keith and Ruby McGregor. Former employee of Sears Canada, and the past president of 420 Wing Oshawa. As per Don's wishes no formal service will be held. A gathering for family and friends will be held Monday February 17th, 1-4pm at My Sister's Place, 339 Malaga Rd., Oshawa. Please use side door. Donations to the Ontario Humane Society or to Charity of choice would be appreciated.
TEMPERTON, Georgina Bea -
(Long time member of the Independent Order of Foresters). Suddenly at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Tuesday, January 28th, 2003 in her 70th year. Dearly beloved wife of Bill. Loving mother of Cindy and her husband David Myers and Janice and her husband David Chevrier. Cherished Grandmother of Christopher Myers; Jason and Krystal Chevrier. Sadly missed sister of John Ham, Marion and her husband Richard McKnight and Bert Ham and his wife Rose. Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, January 30th from 2- 4 and 7- 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 31St at 1:00 P.M. Cremation to follow. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
FRYZA, Gloria Jo (nee Pullen) -
Peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, January 27, 2003, at the age of 50. Loving wife of Percy. Cherished mother of Jim and Randi and grandmother of Morgan and Cple. Dear daughter of Les and Phyllis Pullen. Jo will be sadly missed by her sisters Gwen Woodrow, Tern Lawton and the late Kris and her brothers-in-law Ron, Bob and Mike and sisters-in-law Barb, Debbie and Cathy. Daughter-in-law of Beryl Fryza and Michael Fryza. Private family arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. F., Oshawa (905-433-5558). The family would like to express their appreciation for the compassionate care given by the Oshawa Oncology Dept., Bowmanville Palliative Care, VON nurses, Dr. Kassirer and the support of her many friends during Jo s illness. Donations made in memory of Jo to the Cancer Society or Bowinanville Palliative Care would be greatly appreciated.
GLASS, Joyce Iris -
After a lengthy struggle, at Community Nursing Home in her 75th year. Beloved wife of 53 years and best friend of Saul. Treasured mom of Dianne and her husband Mark Fordham, and Suzanne and her husband Dave Gilbert, of Muskoka. Proud and loving Nan of Madeleine Iris Fordham, and Alastair and Colin Gilbert. Predeceased by her brother Norman Bridge. Survived by sisters-in-law Pat Holden and family, Arlene Partnoy and family and brother-in-law Ralph Glass and family. In honour of her wishes, a family gathering with cremation is to occur. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the care givenby Dr. Joanne Dunstall, and the staff of the Community Nursing Home - Cedar Wing, Pickering. If so desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society.
NAPOLIS, Catherine Morris -
At Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay on Monday, January 27, 2003. Beloved wife and best friend of Frank for 42 years, cherished mother of Theresa and Michael, proud and loving grandmother of Scott and Kelly. Sister of Frank (deceased) (Patricia), Joan (Eric), David (Jenny), Barbara (Gaylord), Michael (Maria), Mary (Bill), Carol, Norman, Patty, John, Rita (Glen) and Sandy. Memorial Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 1 at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church (21 Bayly St. East), Ajax, followed a Celebration of Life at the Accettone Funeral Home.
PACKER, Verda -
(Retired School Teacher and devoted volunteer for many Organisations) On Monday, January 27, 2003 at the Lakeridge Health Bowmanville in her 77th year. Daughter of the late Walter and Sarah Packer. Sister of the late Arthur Packer. Dear aunt of Arthur Packer, James Salem, and Pat Smith. Miss Packer will be resting at W.C. Town Funeral Chapel Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers in the Chapel Friday evening. Mass of Christian Burial from St. John the Evangelist Church, 903 Giffard St., Whitby, Saturday 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. Donations to the Charity of choice.
SCHOLLIG, Roland
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, January 27, 2003, in his 63rd year. Loving husband of Christa Schollig. Dear father of Andy and his wife Kelly Schollig, and Linda and her husband Gunner San Agustin. Opa to Kyle, Ashleigh, Kirsten, Stephan, Jessica, and Adam. Private family service. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association in memory of Roland may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME (905-987-3964 / 1-877-987-3964), with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
SVIGE Else Anna (nee Heerklotz) -
At Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on January 27, 2003. Else, in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Fridolins Svige. Loving mother of Caroline and her husband Edward Hughes of Beamsville. Dear "Omi" of Eric and Margaret. Devoted sister of Friedl Przybylski, Erna Illgen, Gertrud Menzel and dear friend of Elfriede Grasse. Predeceased by her brother Kurt Grundmann and her twin brother Erich Heerklotz. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on January 30, 2003 from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, January 31, 2003 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service, in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Grace Lutheran Church would be appreciated by the family.
WERRY, Gerald Neil -
Peacefully, on Monday, January 27, 2003, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 74. Neil Werry of Blackstock, beloved husband of the late Eleanor (nee Thompson). Loved father of Carol and Rob Mairs of Nestleton, Larry and Jo-Anne Werry of Prince Albert, and Joy and Ian Rudkin of Blackstock. Loving grandfather of Steven and Kate Mairs, Madison Werry, and Wendy and Tim Rudkin. Dear son-in-law of Ruth Thompson of Port Perry and brother-in-law of Elaine and Neil Bailey of Blackstock and Marion and Jack Marlow of Dundas. Relatives and friends will be received at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate the life of Neil Werry will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, January 29th at 1 p.m. with Reverend Karen Bursey officiating. Interment Cartwright Union Cemetery, Blackstock in the Spring. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry or the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.
BRADLEY, Jeffrey Paul -
Suddenly, on Sunday, January 26, 2003, at age 19. Beloved son of Paul and Jill Bradley of Port Perry. Dear brother of Leslie and Betty. Eldest grandson of William and Betty Stone of Port Perry and the late Bill and Bernice Bradley of Unionville. He will be deeply mourned by the Bradley and Stone families and by his many friends. Relatives and friends will be received at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Thursday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate the life of Jeff Bradley will be held in the Greenbank United Church on Friday, January 31th at 2 p.m. with Reverend Ross Carson and Reverend Robert Le Page officiating. Interment Bethel Cemetery, Greenbank in the Spring. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Children's Wish Foundation or the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry.
BRITTON, Eleanor Mae -
At Sunnycrest Nursing Home on Sunday January 26, 2003, Eleanor Mae Britton in her 90th year, beloved wife of the late Frank Britton. Dear mother of Judy Cook of Oshawa, Thomas Eritton of New Zealand and David Britton of Oshawa. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Benjamin, Matthew, Gillian and Christopher. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday February 21 at 2.30 p.m. from the Chapel of the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Visitation one hour prior to service.
EDWARDS, Harry -
Peacefully at Ballycliffe Nursing Home, Ajax, on Sunday January 26, 2003. Beloved husband of the late Minnie Edwards. Loving father of Betty Perks andher husband Doug, and Mildred Lucas and her husband Bill. Loved greatly by his granddaughters Laurie Perks, Cathy Atkinson (Len), Allison Gordon (Chris), Karen Lucas (Aaron) and great-grandchildren Eric and Mikayla Gordon. Friends will be received at the Taylor Funeral Home "Newmarket Chapel", 524 Davis Dr., Newmarket, on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Thursday January 30, 2003 at 3 o'clock in the chapel. Cremation. For those who wish, donations to the Alzheimer Society or to Ballycliffe Nursing Home would be appreciated by the family.
