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MacMILLAN, Mary Elizabeth
(Former member of St Andrew's United Church and current member of Calvary Baptist Church; C.A.W. Local 222) In her 101st year, following a brief illness, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Whitby, on Monday, December 22, 2003. Beloved wife of the late Floyd. Loving mother of the late Lorne and his wife Margaret Hazel MacMillan, Murdie MacMillan and Eileen MacMillan. Dear mother-in-law of Elsie (wife of Murdie). Devoted grandmother of James and his wife Karin MacMillan, Kathryn MacMillan (Boyd), and great-grandmother of Mary and Emily Boyd. Predeceased by her eleven brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558), on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funera1 service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Donations made in memory of Mrs. MacMillan to Calvary Baptist Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Please note in respect of the holiday season a celebration service will be held at CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 300 Rossland Rd. E., Oshawa on Saturday, January 24, 2004 at 2 p.m.
PETERS, Eulynis Victoria
passed away suddenly on Monday, December 22, 2003. A devoted mother, nurse, wife, sister and friend. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 29, 2003 at the Christian Life Centre, 1030 Ravenscroft Road (at Rossland) Ajax, at 11:00 a.m. Victoria will be greatly missed, and she will always be loved by all.
TAYLOR, Stanley ''Fred''
(Former employee of Medis Pharmaceutical, Mississauga) After a lengthy illness, at Lakeridge Health-Bowmanville, on Monday, December 22, 2003, at the age of 63. Loving husband of Nancy. Loving father of Robert of Lindsay and Deborah of Oshawa. Dear son of Evelyn Taylor of Toronto. Fred is survived by brother Walter Taylor and sister Gladys Payer, and is sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King St. West (905-721-1234), for visitation on Friday, December 26th from 11:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
BANNISTER, Dorothy Louise
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday, December 21st, 2003. Beloved wife of Harold Bannister. Dear mother of Stephen & his wife France of Winnipeg, Manitoba and Sue & her husband Ron Patterson of Georgetown. Cherished grandmother of Jason & Mark Bannister and Lindsay and Shauna Patterson. A Private Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at Bowmanville Cemetery. Following the service, everyone is invited to The Wheelhouse, Wilmot Creek for a reception at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation, The Arthritis Society or The Cancer Society.
COLGAN, Margaret (Marg)
passed away peacefully on December 21, 2003, until recently a resident of Orchard Villa. Mum was born in Royston, England and came to Canada with Dad following WWII. They settled in Ajax and became very involved in the community. She was an active associate member in the Ajax Legion (Branch 322) and enjoyed the friendship of many there. Beloved wife of the late Terence Patrick. Loving mum of Patrick William, Catherine Florence, Terence John, and Maureen Felicity. Cherished granny to Andrew, Jeffery, Phillip, Keith, Michael, Liam, Jessie and great-grandmother to Tyler. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Liz, Colleen and the staff of Orchard Villa and Bay Ridges Long Term Care. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 26, 2003, followed by a Memorial Service. Donations could be made to the Charity of choice, should family and friends so desire.
JAROSZKO, Boleshaw
passed away peacefully at Toronto General Hospital on Sunday December 21, 2003. Boleshaw Jaroszko, aged 84 years. Was born in Poland and was a Polish Veteran for 58 years. Loving husband of 54 years to Anna. Dear father of Theresa & her husband Andy Ball of Georgetown, Bernie & his wife Penny of Scarborough, Mike & his wife Karen of New York, and George & his wife Sherry-Lynn of Guelph. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Paul, Daniel, Jessica, Sarah, Eric, Chris, Joanna, Elisabeth and Laurie. Resting at The ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Hedwig's Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday December 24, 2003 at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 5 p.m. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m.
MITCHELL, William ''Bill'' (a.k.a. El-Pot-hole)
(Long Time Employee of Metro Housing) Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa, on Sunday, December 21, 2003, in his 63rd year. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Kavin). Loving father of Tim and his companion Kelly Pringle and Roxane and her husband Ken Parton. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King St. West (905-721-1234), for visitation on Saturday, December 27th from 2:00 p.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Memorial Donations to Breast Cancer Research or Salvation Army would be appreciated.
RICH, Maxwell, ''Max''
Peacefully at Ajax-Pickering Hospital on Sunday, December 21st, 2003. Max in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Ruth (Jenkins). Dear brother of Wilhelmine McClelland, Clair and Joy Rich, Doreen and Keith Taggart and Bill and Lidia Rich. Also of Ann and Rick Reynolds, Mary Buckwell and Arthur Jenkins. Max will be sadly missed by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his first wife Clara. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'' 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, December 23rd from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, December 24th at 1:00 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
VERGE, Cyril Chauncey
July 24, 1920 - December 21, 2003. After a valiant and courageous battle, Cyril was called home to God, peacefully and surrounded by family. Predeceased by his first wife Marjorie (nee Sanders), he is survived by his wife of 21 years, Rosella. Grandfather to Devin, Nikki, Matthew, Adam, Kristen, Andrea and Karen. Father and stepfather and in-law to David and Rosemary, Patricia and Barry, Linda and Cliff and Keith and Mary. Brother to Joy Darraugh. Predeceased by Mildred Stockley and Wallace Verge. We will all miss you very much. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King St. West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, December 22nd from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday, December 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment at York Cemetery, Toronto. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
BONE, Daniel T.
Aug 29, 1957 - Dec. 20, 2003. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother Danny in his 47th year. A loyal 27-year employee of Acsys Technology, formerly General Motors. Beloved husband of Irene. Loving father to Jason and Jennifer. Cherished Grampa to Jordan. Adored son of Ronald and Lois Bone of Oshawa. Loving brother to Chris and his wife Debbie, Gary, Greg and his wife Sue, Peter and Christine, Jeff and Kim, Lisa and Miranda. Most generous and loving uncle to Alan, Curtis, Ethan and Hillary. Danny was the kindest and most thoughtful of human beings. He touched so many lives with his friendship, generosity and sense of humor. Always there to assist others, always put others first. He had friends that loved him from all walks of life and each day that passes without him will not be the same. The finest brother, son, grandfather and uncle a family could wish for, we are so proud of his life legacy. He will remain in our hearts forever. Family and Friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Friday Dec 26/03 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held at the same location in the Thornton Chapel on Saturday Dec. 27/03 at 11:00 am. Interment: Thornton Cemetery.
GERNON, Patrick Joseph
Suddenly at home on Saturday December 20th, 2003 in his 71st year. Dearly beloved husband of Rose . Loving father of Lance. Cherished grandfather of Colleen, Shannon and Gregory. Sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, December 23rd from 12 noon until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1:00 P.M. Cremation.
LEGGO, Richard
At his residence, on Saturday December 20, 2003, at the age of 42 years. Dear son of Louise and Gord Hawkshaw, husband to Anne Turko, father of Tyler and Benjamin, brother of Bonnie Duclos and her husband Wayne, son-in-law of Anna Turko, uncle of Angela Broughton and her husband Shane, Jennifer Snider and her husband Patrick, nephew of Bill Pawlowsky and family, Pat and Dave Harper and family, Joanne Lavigne and her husband Jim Moss, and family. Resting at The ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. East Oshawa, with funeral service in the Chapel on Tuesday December 23rd at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will take place on Monday December 22nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to The Rouge Valley Hospital in Ajax, Ontario.
TALBOT, Larry James
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday, December 20th, 2003, aged 73 years. Former husband and friend to Avora Greencorn. Dear father of Willa Talbot, Troy & Kim Talbot and Patricia Talbot. Loving grandfather of Cple, Emily, and Jessica. Dear brother of Evelyn, Wally and James Talbot and the late Florence O'Donnell and Matilda Talbot. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Cremation.
COWLING, Nina Jane (nee Darch)
At Fairview Lodge, Whitby on Friday, December 19, 2003. Wife the late Harley Thomas Cowling. Dear mother of Joan & Jim Murphy (Bowmanville); Gord & Sue Hoffman (Ajax); Brenda & Dave Stainton (Bowmanville); Ed (Oshawa) and Ken & Cheryl (Oshawa). Mother-in-law of Diane Cowling and Mary Cowling. Grandmother of Ryan & Ruth Sutcliffe; Rod Sutcliffe & Dawn Johnson; Randy & Tia Cowling; Angela & Tim Kirkton; Raymond & Leanne Baker; Robin Baker; Linda & Jim English; Michelle Cowling; Eddie Cowling; Andrea Cowling & Allison Cowling. Great-grandmother of Autumn Leigh Sutcliffe; Meagan, Alyssa, Mathieu Kirkton; Amanda & the late Bradley English; Terrel Cowling. Sister of William Darch (late Bertha); Brenton Darch (Joy); Hilda Hibben. Step-sister of the late Sid Elcombe. Sister-in-law of Jiggs Cowling (Fred); Hilda Ford & Kay Tennant. Predeceased by William Cowling; Murray Cowling; Irene Tabb; Audrey Snowden; Stan Cowling; Lillian Smith & George Cowling. Funeral Service was held on 11am Tuesday December 23rd. Memorial Donations may be made to a Charity of your Choice. Legion Ladies Auxiliary Service will be held on Monday at 7pm.
JONCKHEERE, Eugenie L.
(long-time resident of Orono, and member of St. Francis of Assisi CWL) peacefully at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility, surrounded by her loving family of friends, on Friday, December 19, 2003, in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Jonckheere. Dearly loved and sadly missed by Mary and Alex Hegarty and their children Stephen, Timothy, and Jeffrey, to whom she was a special grandmother. Her many other friends will also miss her greatly. Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Sunday, Dec. 21, from 2-4 and 7-9, with parish prayers at 2:00 p.m. and CWL prayers at 8:00 p.m. Funeral mass in ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., on Monday, Dec. 22, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations in Eugenie s memory to St. Francis of Assisi Building Fund or the St. Vincent de Paul Society would be greatly appreciated.
KNIGHT, Marjorie
Peacefully passed away at home with her family by her side on December 19, 2003, at the age of 74. Loving wife of the late Godwin. Beloved mother of Lincoln (Sharon), Audgene, Donald (Lillian) and Eileen. Cherished grandmother to Andrea, Marsha-Gaye, Adrian, Ellie and Stephan. Marjorie is sister to Worrell, Leeford, Phyllis, Herbert and Barrington. She will also be lovingly remembered by many dear family and friends. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church (1148 Finch Ave. Pickering, ON). Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Paramed Palliative Team would be greatly appreciated.
LOREFICE, Anne (Nee Vertolli)
At the Centenary Health Centre on Friday, December 19, 2003. Beloved wife of Joseph. Treasured mother of David and his wife Teresa, John, Annamarie and her husband Richard, and Rose-Marie, Cherished grandmother of Mandi, Marci, Damien, John Joseph ''JJ'', Kiah, Jonah and Jacob. Special pal of Zack and Sasha. Funeral Mass at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering on Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 10:00 a.m.
PINTO, Dr. E. Joe, Ph.D.
Suddenly, after a lengthy illness, on Friday, December 19, 2003 in his 83rd year. Dear husband of Joan. Loving father of Christopher and his wife Kathleen, Gloria and her husband Dan Nazar and John. Cherished grandfather of Sheila, Jeffrey, Daniel, Marietta and James; Danielle and Denise Nazar. Brother of the late Marshall Pinto. Dr. Joe Pinto gave a lifetime of service to Rotary International, dedicated to helping support relief projects around the world through Rotary and many other organizations. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King St. West, Oshawa (905-721-1234), for visitation on Sunday, December 21, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Monday, December 22, from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, to honour Joe's lifetime of service, donations made to Rotary International would be appreciated.
STEELE, Byron Roy
Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville, on Friday, December 19, 2003, Byron Roy Steele, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Ivy Steele for 61 years. Loving father of Donald and his companion Kate, Margaret and her husband Frank Both, Janice and her husband John Reynolds. Cherished ''Grampa'' of Scott, David, Paul and Carole. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at TRINITY UNITED CHURCH, Bowmanville, 11 a.m. Monday. Memorial donations may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Cancer Society.
WEHRENS, Henri (Harry) Johannes
At Lakeridge Health Whitby on Friday December 19, 2003, Henri Wehrens, in his 72nd year. Father of Joan, Ingrid, and the late Eric Wehrens. Also survived by a sister and nephews in Holland. A private service will be held at Thornton Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME.
EWING, David Richard
Suddenly, at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville, on Thursday, December 18, 2003, at the age of 73 years. David, father of Rayleen Lovejoy, Rick and Pat, Jim, Mike and Susan, and John. Dear grandfather of Tammy, Marcie, Amanda, Lynne, Noelle, Amelia, Jessica, and Alister. Loved brother of Ruth Bushey. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
