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Suddenly surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 8th, 2003 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa in her 79th year. Beloved wife of Harold. Loving mother ofBetty-Ann and her husband and the late Norbert Sobek; and John. Dear Grandmother of Franz Sobek and his wife Laurel, Susan and her husband Wayne Hillier, Tanya and her husband Alex Billion; Kirsten and her husband Jamie Sirizzotti; and Eric Hyde and his wife Erin. She will be sadly missed by her 11 great grandchildren. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721 1234) for visitation on Thursday, April10th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, April 11th at 11:00 A.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
PURDY, Betty Ellen -
Peacefully, on Tuesday, April 8, 2003, in her 82nd year, with family by her side, after a battle with cancer, at Lakeridge Health-Whitby. Predeceased by her husband Ken; and companion Norm. Betty will be sadly missed by her sons Blake and Dave and their wives Marianne and Jean. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Liz, Caine and Eva, and many other relatives and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, 847 King St. W. (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, April 11 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 12 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
REID, Donald Roy -
(Active Member of Danforth-Moffat Orange Lodge) passed away peacefully, in his 75th year, on Tuesday, April 8, 2003. Best friend and loving husband of Elva (Wood). A father who gave unconditional love to his children and their spouses, Bert and his wife Sharon, Dale and his wife Darlene, Annette and her fianc Ryan, Andrew and his wife Wanda, and Bobbi. A grandfather who took the time to play and teach his grandchildren, Steven, Bryan, Amber, Jonathan, Jeremy, Anthony, Lucas, Bobby, Christopher, and Paul. A fondly remembered brother of Leonard, Jack, Robert, June, and Lois. A husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who will be greatly missed by all. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
RUNKOWSKI, Kazimierz Ken
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2003, in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Louise. Dear father of Christian and his wife Pauline, and Alida and her husband Terry Kindree. Loving Gramps of Reese and Ryan, Ashley and Joshua. Missed by his sister Klara and his extended family in Germany. A private family funeral service was held on Thursday, April 10. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Donations in Ken s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Children s Wish Foundation would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME (905) 987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
BARNES, Richard W.J. -
Of Ramsey, Isle of Man died peacefully on a visit to Oshawa on Monday, April 7th, 2003, in his 64th year. A Service of Remembrance will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Sunday, May 4th at 3:00 P.M. His ashes will be scattered on Snaefell near his home on the Isle of Man.
BURNS, Jean Evelyn -
Peacefully at home, on Monday, April 7, 2003, in her 77th year. Jean Burns, loving wife of the late Ross. Loving mother of Donna and her husband David Saunders. Nanny of Lisa and Scott. Great-Nanny of Christopher. Dear sister of Lillian (George) and predeceased by Russell, Marion and Norman. Jean will be sadly missed by her many family and friends. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Wednesday, April 9, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Erskine Cemetery. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
DR. DORCAS CANE M.D. (nee Beaton) -
On Monday, April 7th, 2003 in her 81st year with great courage and dignity after a lengthy bout with cancer. Predeceased by husbands Everett Lovell (1970) and William Cane (1989). Dorcas is survived by 7 children, Dr. Madeline Lovell (Doug Johnson) of Seattle, Washington, Edwin Lovell (Linda) of Ottawa, Trinela Cane (Jim Hutcheon) of Toronto, Dr. John Lovell (Susan) of London, Howard Cane (Brenda) of Toronto, Fred Cane (Cathy) of Bowmanville and Dr. Victoria Cane (Mike Thomas) of Orangeville. Dorcas will be remembered by her many grandchildren: Joshua, Kelsey, Jeremy, Chris, Jonathan, Trinela, Patrick, Jeffrey, Peter, Marc, Emma, William, Peter, Laura, Wesley, Johanna and Erin. Dorcas will be loved and missed by brothers, Dr. John Beaton (Helen) of Maryland and Dr. George Beaton (Mary) of Toronto. Dorcas will be fondly remembered by good friends, Dr. Maggie Brander of Toronto, Dan Riordan and John Walker, both of Oshawa. She will be missed by her companion of many years, her dog "Mikey". Dr. Cane was born in Oshawa in 1922 to John Hector and Madeline Beaton. She graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in medicine in 1946. She was a member of the Canadian Women Army Corps (CWAC). A fter graduation, she practiced as a General Practitioner in Oshawa and had an interest in Pathology. She retired early to raise her 7 children. Over the years she has volunteered in many organizations including Home Care Services, the Oshawa General Hospital (Lakeridge Health) the Women's Auxiliary and the hospital Gift Shop. On Sunday, February 3rd, 2003, Dr. Cane was presented with the Queen's Jubilee Award, which recognizes people who have been exceptional in their volunteer roles in serving their community. She has been an active member of the Oshawa Golf Club and the Oshawa Ski Club. Her father J.H. Beaton was a founding member of both of these organizations. She will be missed by the remaining members of the "Kirby Belles", a group of gals who enjoy skiing, golf and friendship. She has been an active member of the Royal Canadian Military Institute in Toronto. Dorcas enjoyed her cottagelife in Muskoka for many years and will be missed by her friends there. Many thanks to the Oncology Dept. of Sunnybrook Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital and Lakeridge Health Center, Palliative Care for their excellentcare of our mother. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel", 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, April 10th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, April 11th at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, Dorcas has requested that donations be made to The Oshawa General Hospital Foundation or a Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
DAWE, Marion (nee Lepard) -
Wife, mother, 'Grammy,' daughter, sister and friend to many, ended her long courageous battle with cancer on April 7, 2003, in her 57th year. She rode through her illness, as in life, with courage, humour, grace and concern for those around her. She will be dearly missed. Marion was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred, July 9,1983 and her mother Isabelle Lepard on February 18, 1992. Marion leaves behind her true companion of 18 years, Jim Lakas Jr., her sons Wayne, Shawn (Amy), and her much loved granddaughter, Meghan. Her father Morley Lepard, sister Elaine Baker (Ken), brother-in-law Ed Dawe (Sharon), sister-in-law Linda. Ladd (John), nieces and nephews are joined in their heartfelt loss. The true support of her neighbour Jenny and many friends is a tribute to Marion. Her family is eternally grateful. Special thanks to Oncology ahd Palliative Care teams at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa. Relatives and friends will be received at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St., E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations in memory of Marion to the Breast Cancer Research and Education Fund (Ontario) or the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation would be appreciated.
(''Acting Captain, Fire Station 113'') On Monday, April 7th, 2003. Murray, loving husband of Cathy. Beloved father of Lindsay, Michael and Jennifer. Dear son of Bill and Ina Duncan. Son-in-law of Jack and Marni Flanagan. The family will receive friends at the Accettone Funeral Home on Friday, April 11th from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be beld at Carruthers Creek Community Church, 599 Bayly Street East, Ajax, on Saturday, April 12th at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Murray's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by his family.
DUNLOP, John Samuel -
The family of John S. Dunlop, sadly announce his passing, at the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax, on Monday, April 7, 2003, in his 58th year. Son of the late Jack and Jean Dunlop. Lovingly remembered by his wife Carolyn, daughter Krista and son Jed (John). Brother of Sybil and Winston Bradley of Halifax. Long-time volunteer with Scouts Canada and a recent recipient of the Silver Acorn Award. Many thanks to Dr. B. Chartier, Pickering, and Drs. Sturgeon and Wells at the Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto, for their special care and kindness. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Service at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church (1066 Dunbarton Rd., Pickering) on Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Dunbarton-Fairport United Church or Scouts Canada would be greatly appreciated.
MANTHA, Jeannine -
passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with emphysema, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on MondayApril 7, 2003 in her 73rd year. Pre-deceased by her loving husband Real and her mother Aurore Cardinal. Survived by her father J.D. Cardinal (Ottawa), sister Monique and brother Marcel. Fondly remembered by Paulette (Andre) Levesque of Oshawa and Marcel (Eveline) Mantha of Cumberland. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Michelle (Roland) Desrochers of North Bay, Joanne (Jason) Wheaton of Mechanicville, New York, Gilles (Linda) Levesque of Oshawa, Phillippe Levesque of Oshawa, Andree and Anne Gravel of Cumberland. Lovingly remembered by her great grandchildren Emilie, Emily and Bryce. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Lung Association. Cremation Thornton Crematorium. Interment to follow in North Bay. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E. Oshawa. Visitation Thursday April 10th, 7-9 p.m.
MacLEOD, Mark -
Accidentally, at Lake Temagami, Monday, April 7, 2003, Mark MacLeod, loving husband of Diane Reeder in his 46th year. Dear father of Meghan and Morgan. Loving son of Trudy MacLeod of Oshawa and the late Howard MacLeod. Dear brother of Bonnie MacLeod Hackworth (Don) of South Carolina, Craig (Lynn) of Michigan and John (Judy) of Oshawa. Sadly missed by nieces and nephews. Funeral Service was held in North Bay. Donations to Cancer Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.
Ella McLerie passed away peacefully at the Lakeridge Health (Whitby) on Monday, April 7, 2003, in her 76th year. Ella, loving wife of Stewart McLerie. Beloved mother of David and his wife Bobby, Tom and his wife Erica, lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Andrea, Nicole, Shannon, Drew, Robert and her four great-granddaughters. Friends may call at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the Chapel, Thursday, April 10th at 1 p.m. followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Alzheimer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
MYLES/MILES, Keith
Suddenly at his residence on Sunday, April 6, 2003, in his 22nd year. Keith, loving son of Susan and the late William Miles, and adopted son of Bryon Myles. Dear brother of Deanna, Luke, Leslie, James, Traci, Aubrey and Kaitlyn. Grandson of Clifford and Shirley Miles, Howard Myles and Jean MacDonald, and the late Aubrey and Constance Scriver. Uncle of Dacia, Dalton, Joshua, and Julianna. Sadly missed by his many family members and friends. Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. at River St. S., on Wednesday, April 9, from 3-7 p.m. A funeral service will be held in Highland Park Chapel on Thursday, April 10, at 2:00 p.m. Cremation. Donations in Keith s memory to Peterborough Youth Services would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME (1-877-987-3964) with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
PHILP, Marguerite (Margaret) -
At Community Nursing Home in Pickering on Sunday, April 6, 2003, after a lengthy illness. Beloved wife of the late James Wesley. Loving mother of Linda Rooke and her husband Tom, Michael Philp, and Wendy Greco and her husband Stephen. Dear grandmother of Darren Arthur, Stacey and Maria Greco, and James and Norma Jean Philp. Proud great-grandmother of Alexander Arthur. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow.
SEALE, Dorothy -
passed away suddenly on April 6, 2003, aged 95. Survived by her sons Lewis and David of Toronto; her daughter and son-in-law Elizabeth and Shawn Moore of Oshawa; five grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. Private funeral arrangements. Memorial donations can be made to Sunrise Seniors Place, Oshawa, or the Oshawa Senior Citizens Centres.
WYLIE, Donald James -
Peacefully, entered into eternal rest, on Sunday April 6, 2003 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa, at the age of 72. Don Wylie, beloved husbandof Ruby (nee Gibson). Loving father of Susan and Mike, Debra, David and Filomena, and Paul. Loving stepfather of Jody and Deb, Lawrie and Laura, Jay and Laurie. Dear grandfather of Shane (predeceased), Michelle and Jason, Chad, Angela, Ashley, Dakota, Laura, Lynsey, Brodie, Stevie, Taylor, Amy, and Hailey. Beloved great-grandfather to Caleb. Dear brother of Robert and Victoria. Loved son of Reverend R.H. and Mrs. Freda Wylie (both predeceased). Friends and relatives are welcome to a service celebrating the life of Don Wylie at Columbus Community United Church on Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Lunch to follow. If desired memorial donations may be made tothe Canadian Cancer Society, The Diabetes Association, or Columbus Community United Church.
ANDRESS, Jacqueline "Jacqui" -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa on Saturday, April 5th, 2003 in her 70th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Stanley Gerald. Loving mother to Sherri Hughes and Doug McMillan, Gord and Cathy Andress, Gary and Lynn Andress and Shirlene English. Cherished grandmother of Shanna, Dustin, Melanie, Cassie, Jamie, Derek, Lisa, Robert, Marissa, Dee Dee and Jason. Great grandmother to Chaz and Trey. Sadly missed by brothers and sisters Theresa, Roland, Marcel, Robert, Rosemary (predeceased) and Edward (predeceased) and families. Family and friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel", 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, April 8th from 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Wednesday, April 9th at 171 A.M. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
