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DOIRON, Rheo, Sr.
(Member of the Knights of Columbus in the 4th degree and Royal Canadian Legion Branch #637). Peacefully with his family by his side after a brief and courageous battle with cancer at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Wednesday, November 12th, 2003 in his 59th year. Beloved husband of Kellie. Loving father of son Rheo Jr. and his wife Robin and daughter Shawna-Lee. Cherished Papa of Taylor and Casey. Dear brother of Claire Beaulieu (late Adolphe), Wilda (Germain) Gagnon, Zella Fife (late Bob), Patricia (Gerald) Gagnon, Audrey Sirois (late Rino), Laurie (Chantale) Doiron and missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, November 16th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Prayers at 8:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 17th at ST. GERTRUDES CATHOLIC CHURCH (690 King St. E.) at 10:30 A.M. Cremation. Donations to Lakeridge Health-Oshawa Cancer Centre, Auxillary or Palliative Care would be appreciated.
DUNLOP, Violet Annie (nee Hollingsworth)
Peacefully surrounded by her family at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 in her 78th year. Violet, beloved wife of the late George Andrew Dunlop. Loving mother of Dorothy Mercer and her husband Bruce of Spring Bay, Manitoulin Island, Bonnie Lane of Bowmanville and predeceased by her daughter Shirley. Loving grandmother of Janet Croft and her husband Randy, Travis Mercer and his wife Jennifer, Tyler and Sarah Lane. Great-grandmother of Connor and Brandon Croft, and Kallaway Mercer. Dear sister of Ada Rutherford, Armond Hollingsworth and the late Gladys, John, Lillian Hollingsworth, Dorothy Morton, Phyllis Dunlop and Viola Cairns. Violet will be sadly missed by her cat Freud. Funeral Service at Trulls Road Free Methodist Church, 2301 Trulls Rd. S., Courtice on Monday, November 17th at 1 p.m. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Freeway, Trulls Road Free Methodist Church or the Heather Rebekah Lodge would be gratefully appreciated.
FRENCH, Marilyn June
Peacefully, on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 61. Marilyn (nee Moss), beloved mother of Andrew French and his wife Amanda of Port Perry. Loving grandmother of Ethan. Much loved aunt of Edward and Robert Hodgson. Dear sister of Albert Moss (deceased), Audrey Hodgson (deceased), Madeline, Maureen and Colleen. The family of Marilyn French will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel" 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905) 985-2171 on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, November 15th at 11 a.m. with Pastor John Mank officiating. Private Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Charity of your choice.
HODGINS, Ashley Ann
2003 Honors Graduate RS McLaughlin Collegiate & Vocational Institute, Student of Durham College. Tragically on Wednesday, November 12, 2003. Our beloved Ashley, daughter of Sandra and Tom Hodgins, was taken from us. Dearest sister of Rachel. Much loved granddaughter of Muriel and Al Hodgins, and Irene and the late Charles Bodmore. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and special friend Jeff Greenfield. Ashley is resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, with visiting on Friday, November 14th from 2 - 5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, November 15th at 11 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
MOORE, Georgia (James)
Peacefully at Extendicare Peterborough on Wednesday, November 12, 2003, in her 84th year. Georgia, beloved wife of the late Clifford Moore, and the late Gordon James. Loving mother of David James and his wife Dianne of Peterborough. Sadly missed by Sylvia of Peterborough. Stepmother of Don and his wife Sharon and Shirley and her husband Bill. Sadly missed by grandchildren Chris, Cory, and Jodie, and good friend Marge West. Dear sister of Bill Dingman. Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. at River Rd. S., on Monday, Nov. 17, from 1-3 p.m. Funeral service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME 1-877-987-3964.
RAYMAN, Dr. M.R. (Ray)
(Practising Physician and Surgeon in the local area for 35 years). Peacefully on Wednesday, November 12th, 2003 at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Rosaline. Loving father of Linda and her husband Mike Dirienzo, Wendy and her husband Tony Howe, Sonia and her husband Pete Sharland and Gavin and his wife Wendi. Dear Grandfather of Danielle and her husband Nick Raymond, Matthew, Aaron, Andrea, Justine, Julian, Nigel, Tyler and Brittany. He will be sadly missed by his brother, sisters and the rest of his family. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, November 13th from 7-9 and Friday, November 14th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Complete Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, November 15th at 1:00 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society Research would be appreciated.
WAKEFORD, Phyllis Marion
Peacefully, after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at the Soldiers Memorial Hospital in Orillia, at age 80. Phyllis (nee Snache), beloved wife of the late Norman Wakeford. Predeceased by her parents Murdock and Margaret Snache, her sisters Helen Goose, Dorothy Edgar, Winona Snache and her niece Sylvia Le Saux. Survived by her nephew Fred Snache, her great niece Jeanne and her husband Fred Ball, her great great nephews Phillip Robidoux, David Robidoux, Charles Le Saux-Ball and her great great niece Samantha Ball. The family of Phyllis Wakeford will receive friends at the Rama United Church on Saturday, November 15th from 2 - 3 p.m . A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Church at 3 p.m. with Reverend Frazer Lacey officiating. Private Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens, Rexdale. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque through the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) to the Alzheimer Society or the Lung Association.
DEMY, Helen
At Marnwood Life Care Centre on Tuesday, November 11th, 2003. Survived by her brothers Bill of Toronto & Rick of Mississauga. As per the family's request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has already taken place. Memorial donations may be made to the Charity of your choice.
DOCHERTY, Lynda (nee Lee)
After a courageous battle with ovarian cancer, Lynda peacefully passed away on November 11, 2003 in her 50th year. Loving wife of Joseph and mother of Tara, Phyllis and Erin. She will be sadly missed by her brothers Randy (Jackie), Doug, John, Bryan and Brent, also her sister Sue (John) and mother Bernice. She will always be remembered by her granddaughters Amanda, Kristen, Jo-Anne, Morgan and grandfather Ben Braithwaite. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home from 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2003. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, November 14, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Roman Catholic Church (21 Bayly St. East, Ajax), followed by a reception at the Church. Cremation. A special thanks for all the love and support to NOCA (National Ovarian Cancer Association). Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Sunnybrook Cancer Centre - Ovarian Cancer Research would be greatly appreciated.
HANKE, Emma
Peacefully at Extendicare on Tuesday, November 11, 2003. Emma Hanke in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Hermann Hanke. Dear mother of Hildegard Tiesler and her husband Heinz and Erwin Hanke and his wife the late Stefanie. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff at Extendicare for their exceptional care of Emma. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME.
TILLING, Janet Sim
Peacefully surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa on Tuesday, November 11th, 2003 at the age of 70. Predeceased by her husband Ken. Caring mother of the late Kenny (Lois) and survived by son Randy and daughter Sharon. Whee Curly Grandma of Tanya and Haley. Janet is survived by brother Hughie Smith of Campbellford, sister Mary and her husband John Hay and predeceased by brother Davey and sisters Jean and Cathie. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and their families. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, November 14th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, November 15th at 11:00 A.M. Memorial Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
VERHOEVEN, John C.
passed away suddenly in Oshawa on Tuesday, November 11th, in his 52nd year. Much loved son of Louise Verhoeven of Lindsay and the late Walter Verhoeven Sr. Brother of Walter Jr. (Nancy) uncle of Andrew and Christopher. Brother of William (Starr) uncle of Kristy (Chris) and Amy. Brother of Peter (Debbie) uncle of Robert and Nicole. Many aunts and uncles in the area and the Netherlands. Longtime school and adult friend to Bob McEachern and Cecil Prouse. John worked for 25 years with the Durham Region Housing Authority and was active and helpful within his resident community. There will be a visitation at The People's Full Gospel Church, 20 Cambridge Street North, Lindsay, on Saturday, November 15th from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Riverside Cemetery, Lindsay. In memoriam donations to The People's Full Gospel Church or the Gideon's Bible Society would be appreciated by the family and can be made through Wise Choice Cremation and Funeral Services, 276 Kent Street West, Lindsay, 705-324-1938.
BOURKE, John Vincent
passed away peacefully November 10, 2003 at the age of 76. Loving husband of Rita Bourke. Dear father of Raymond, Rosita, Richard and his wife Sarah, Rita and her husband Tim. Foster father of Sharon and her husband Michael Gleason, and Bonita. Proud grandfather of Montana, Marissa, Chelsea, Dillon, Jarret and Jordyn. Sadly missed by sister Joan Cleary and extended family in Canada, Ireland and England. Mr. Bourke will be resting at the W.C. Town Funeral Home, Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. with prayers at 7:30 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial Thursday at 11:00 a.m at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 903 Giffard St., Whitby. Cremation with burial at a later date. In memoriam donations may be made to Charity of choice .
DINGMAN, Cathy Jean
Suddenly at home in Port Perry on Tuesday November 10, 2003 aged 50 years. Beloved wife of Stephen of 28 years. Predeceased by her parents Earle & Jean Dingman, her brother Neil, and her father in law Stephen Ogilvie. Survived by her mother in law Anne Ogilvie. Loved sister of Gary & his wife Margaret, and Debbie Calhoun & her husband Kevin. Cathy will be sadly missed by her cats Alley, Oliver, and Tobey. Dearly loved aunt of Eowyn, Arwen, Jennifer, Alexandria, Chloe and Caleb. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Friday, November 14, 2003 at 11 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Oshawa Humane Society would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
DOIRON, Rheo Sr
(Member of the Knights of Columbus in the 4th degree and Royal Canadian Legion Branch #637). Peacefully with his family by his side after a brief and courageous battle with cancer at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Wednesday, November 12th, 2003 in his 59th year. Beloved husband of Kellie. Loving father of son Rheo Jr. and his wife Robin and daughter Shawna-Lee. Cherished Papa of Taylor and Casey. Dear brother of Claire Beaulieu (late Adolphe), Wilda (Germain) Gagnon, Zella Fife (late Bob), Patricia (Gerald) Gagnon, Audrey Sirois (late Rino), Laurie (Chantale) Doiron and missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, November 16th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Prayers at 8:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 17th at ST. GERTRUDES CATHOLIC CHURCH (690 King St. E.) at 10:30 A.M. Cremation. Donations to Lakeridge Health-Oshawa Cancer Centre, Auxillary or Palliative Care would be appreciated.
KIRKALDY, James Gordon, M.Ed.
passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 10, 2003. Beloved husband of Betty. Loving father of Diana and Leslie. Brother of Jack Kirkaldy and Mary Hogg. Jim retired from the Durham Board of Education 13 years ago. His tenure included time as the Principal of Cartwright Public School (Blackstock), Westmount Public School (Oshawa), Lord Elgin Public School (Ajax), and Fairport Beach Public School (Pickering). Jim also taught at Ajax High School, and Anson Park, George Peck, Ionview and Meadowvale Public Schools. He was Past President of RTO and served in 1979-80 as President of the Durham OPSMTF and Co-President of DETA. Jim was a member of the Tam Heather Venerables (curlers). Memorial Service in the Chapel of the McEachnie Funeral Home on Thursday, December 4, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
KRAWETZ, Roman
(43 Year Employee of General Motors Canada). Peacefully at the Sunnycrest Nursing Home on Monday November 10th, 2003 in his 73rd year. Dear father of Dorothy Krawetz and her husband Stephen Kloster. Loving brother of Peter and his wife Arlene and Marianne Rossi. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE"Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, November 13th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. A Private Service and Interment will take place on Friday, November 14th. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
TULLOCK, Anthonette Marie (Toni)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday November 10, 2003. Beloved wife of Joe and dear mother of Mary-Marie Tullock. Loving daughter of Tony & the late Mary Esposito. Dear sister to Nancy & her husband Ted Barnoski. Sister-in-law to Tom & Gwen Tullock and Dave & Shirley Tullock. Dear aunt to Brenda, Mimi, Sisi, Anthony, Lisa & Stacey. Great-aunt to Olivia, Jacqueline, Megan, Carly, Grant & Dawson. Lovingly remembered by her many friends. At her request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Memorial donations may be made to The Cancer Society.
ZSCHACH, Elli
With great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Elli Zschach of West Hill, peacefully, on Monday, November 10, 2003 in her 77th year. Beloved wife of the late Siegfried Zschach. Dear mother of Peter Roessel and wife Sue of Oshawa, Hans-Dieter and wife Darlene of Calgary, Gertrude Ogle and husband Brian of Calgary and Roland Zschach of Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. She will be fondly remembered and missed by grandchildren Harley (Terri) Wilkes of Edmonton, Susan (Dwayne) Wilkes of Oshawa, Laura and Nicole Zschach of Calgary, Brian (Amanda) Ogle and Bradley Ogle of Calgary. Loved dearly by great grandchildren Holly Wilkes, Brandon, Nicole and Colton Wilkes, Walker Wilkes, Amanda Wilkes and Alex Ogle. Thank you to the staff at Rouge Valley Centenary and Lakeridge Health-Whitby for the wonderful care, help and comfort you provided our mother, grandmother during her last difficult weeks. Visitation will take place at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 124 King Street E., Oshawa (905-433-4711) on Sunday, November 16, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Service will be held in the Chapel at Armstrong Funeral Home Ltd. On Monday, November 17, 2003 at 1 1:00 A.M. Donations to the Salvation Army, in Elli's memory, would be appreciated by the family.
BANDSTRA, Anne
Peacefully and surrounded by her family in her home, was called home to her Lord on Sunday, November 9th, 2003. Beloved wife of John Bandstra. Loved mother of Ingrid, Laura, Orwin & Jackie; Caroline & Rod; Andrew; Paul & Sarah. Loved Beppe to Ryan, Garret, Emily, Janita, Ian, Lydia, Thomas and Owen. Missed by her family in Dokkum, Netherlands Griet & Arie Willenstyn, Nel deVries-Hoekstra, Siebe & Griet deVries, Jan & Adrie deVries and their families. Visitation will take place at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Thursday at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Cancer Society or Knox Christian School Bldg. Fund. Thank-you for the support & dedication to: Dr. Jefferson, the staff of Markham-Stouffville Hospital especially Drs. Whelan, Solow & Arnold, Operating room, PAR, ICU, 3C & the Chemo Clinic, VON, nurse Brenda, Com Care, Esther & Judy, the prayers and kindness of Maranatha Church, Pastor Mike and Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home.
CAMPBELL, Phillis Jean
Peacefully, on Sunday, November 9, 2003 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 78. Phyllis (nee Byers), loved mother of Martin Campbell and his wife Rose of Blackstock. Loving grandmother of Lianne, Kurt and Matthew. The family of Phyllis Campbell will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in St. John's Anglican Church in Blackstock on Thursday, November 13th at 11 a.m. with Reverend Mary Bell-Plouffe officiating. Interment St. John's Anglican Cemetery, Blackstock. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
