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MILLER, Una
At Rosewood Manor on Sunday, January 11, 2004 in her 97th year. Una (Allin) beloved wife of the late Wilbur Miller. Dear sister of Gertrude Snowe of Peterborough, Jack Allin of Cobourg, Marion Proctor of Brockville and sister-in-law of Nora Allin of Bowmanville. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. Funeral service in chapel of Morris Funeral Chapel on Thursday at 1pm. Donations to the Charity of choice would be gratefully appreciated.
PRYBICK, Annie
At Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, surrounded by her family, on Sunday January 11, 2004. Annie Prybick in her 88th year. Loving mother of Catherine Prybick (predeceased 2002), Michael Prybick, Dolly Medina and her husband Bill, Darlene Costante and her husband Dan and Gene and his wife Kathy. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Tracy, Shayne, Ryan, John, Melanee, Christopher, Holly, Angie and Gene Jr. and her great grandchildren Ashley, Richard, Keri, Brenna, Shawn and Hudcen and her great great grandchild Aubrey. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Wednesday January 14, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. Memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Tuesday 7-9 p.m.
SLEITH, Fred
(Member of the Canadian Legion No. 322, Rangers Soccer Supporters Club) Suddenly on Sunday, January 11, 2004. Fred was the loving husband for 36 years to Susan. Proud and loving father to Kimberley (Mrs. Sheldon Duffney) and Tom. Will be sadly missed by his brothers Tommy and Samuel, both of Northern Ireland. He will be forever remembered by his grandchild Joshua. Fred will always be fondly remembered by his many family and friends. Family and friends may visit at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, after 10 a.m. Thursday. A Funeral Service to celebrate Fred's life will be held at 11 a.m. Cremation. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
ALLEN Beulah Pearl
(Member of Calvary Baptist Church for 53 years) passed away peacefully on Saturday January 10, 2004 at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus, Ontario, in her 87th year. Daughter of the late Della and John Gorveatt of Tidnish, Nova Scotia. Beloved wife of the late Oscar Allen. Loving mother of Dolores Byrne and her husband James of Arthur, Ontario and Maurice and his wife Moira Allen of Kentville, Nova Scotia. Dear grandmother of Rachel, Adam and Rosemary Byrne. Sister of Arnold and his wife Frances Gorveatt of Amherst, Nova Scotia. Predeceased by her sister, Margaret Bowser and her brothers Floyd and Ralph Gorveatt. Sister-in-law of Barbara Gorveatt of Newfoundland and Kay Gorveatt of Port Williams, Nova Scotia. Relatives and friends may call at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. East, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Tuesday January 13 from 7-9pm and on Thursday January 15, 2004 from 12 noon until time of service at 1pm. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby, Ontario. Memorial donations in memory of Beulah may be made to The Gideons International in Canada.
COSMAN, Susan Lillian
In loving memory of Susan Cosman. A wife, mother, grandma and a great friend. Born December 21st, 1957 passed peacefully January 10th, 2004. he will be greatly missed by husband Eric; daughters: Marie and Jamie; granddaughter Ivory; mother Pat Jones; brothers: Ken, Ron and Ryan; mother-in-law Rose Cabot; sister-in-law Art and Linda Magillvary and many more wonderful family members, friends and co-workers. She will be missed deeply. Friends were received on Monday, January 12th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234). Her memory will always remain strong in our hearts and mind, we love you mom, you will be missed. A special thank you to the nursing staff in Oncology at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, your support and care is truly appreciated.
KOCUR, Mary
At Strathaven Lifecare Centre, Bowmanville on Saturday January 10, 2004. Mary Kocur (formerly of Scarborough), in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Sam Kocur. Loving mother of Patricia Aplevich and her husband Dwight of Kitchener, Donald and his wife Linda of Bowmanville and Michael and his wife Cynthia of Bowmanville. Dear sister of Jean Maga and Olive King and her husband Nick, all of Oshawa and Anne Andrunyk of Bradford. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Noelle Aplevich and her husband Robert Simunek, Claire Aplevich, Tim, Chris, Ray and Carl Kocur and great-grandchildren Erik and Anne-Marie Aplevich. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL 905-432-8484 (4th set of lights east of Townline Rd., Oshawa) with Memorial Service in the Chapel on Saturday January 24th at 2 p.m. The family of Mary will receive friends at the Funeral Chapel 1 hour prior to service time. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer s Society would be appreciated.
OTTENBRITE, Peter
Suddenly at his residence in Peterborough on Friday, January 9th, 2004, in his 80th year. Father of Karen, Mark, Jill and Greg and their mother Rita. Grandchildren: Kevin, Kirk, Maeghan, and Ryan. Peter is survived by his siblings Gertrude, Josephine, Wilfred, Joseph, James, Raphael and predeceased by Jean, George and Clement. Friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, January 13th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at ST. MARY OF THE PEOPLE CATHOLIC CHURCH on Wednesday, January 14th at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
PERROTT, John Donald (Don)
Peacefully on Friday, January 9th, 2004 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa. At the age 42. Beloved husband of Sheila. Devoted and loving father of Glen and Jim. Dear son of John and Viola of Beeton. Brother of Gordon and his wife Margaret of Edmonton, Susan and her husband David Mair of Peterborough and Catherine and her husband Ron Wild of Thornton. Don will be missed by his many nieces and nephews. Don was an employee of General Motors Regional Engineering Centre for 10 years. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, January 12th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, January 13th at 11:00 A.M. Cremation to follow. Memorial Donations to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Oncology would be appreciated.
ROSS, Anne 'Peggy'
Suddenly at her home on friday, January 9, 2004 at the age of 55. Dearly loved mother of Gordon Ross and Elizabeth Alloway, and of Katherine Perron and her husband Joel. Loving sister of Brenda Keating, Michael Jones and David Jones. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Tuesday, January 13, from 2:00 pm until the time of the memorial service at 3:00 pm. Donations made in memory of 'Peggy' to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
STACEY, May
Taken into the arms of Jesus Friday January 9th, 2004 in her 86th year. Born on May 14th, 1918 in Oldham England. Immigrated to Canada in 1925. Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Sabina Swallow, Sister Eva Coombes, Brothers Joseph, Albert, David and James and granddaughter Rachel Bartosik. Recently celebrated 66th Wedding Anniversary with Ernie on Christmas Eve. Lovingly remembered by children Barbara, Bruce, Jan, Brendon, Glendon and Jill along with sixteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. For arrangements, contact McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOM, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558), or Calvary Baptist Church, 300 Rossland Road East in Oshawa, (905-433-2960). Memorial donations may be made to The Gideon's Memorial Bible Plan.
WILLIAMSON, James
(Former employee of Toronto Hydro for over 30 years; member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52 Woodbine. At Peterborough Regional Health Centre with his family at his side, on Friday, January 9, 2004, in his 84th year. James (Jim), loving husband of Betty of Peterborough and Toronto. Dear father of James D. Williamson, Brenda J. Cormier, and the late Elizabeth Ann. Sadly missed by grandchildren Rose, Jennifer and Andrew. Survived by sister Phemie. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road (at River Rd. S.), Peterborough, on Tuesday, January 13, at 11:00 a.m., and friends may call for one hour prior to the service. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by Jim s family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
BURNS, Barbara Lochhead (nee Duff)
Peacefully after a brief illness at Rouge Valley Ajax/Pickering Hospital on Thursday, January 8th, 2003 in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late William Burns (1985). Devoted mother of William, Alister, Ian and Jean. Dear sister of Jean Rennie. Lovingly remembered by her daughters-in-law Mae, Nancy and Michelle, her 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and family in Scotland. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West, Oshawa, (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, January 11th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, January 12th at 1:00 P.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
FUDGE, Stanley "Stan"
Peacefully surrounded by his family at Lakeridge Health-Bowmanville on Thursday, January 8th, 2004. Stan in his 85th year. Predeceased by his loving wife Vivian (1989). Loving father of Pam and Peter Appleton and David Fudge and his wife Susan. Dear Poppy of Corrine, Leah, Beth and Bradley. Great Grandfather of Andrew, Alyse and Taylor. Brother of Dan (Oshawa) and Bob (Calgary). Predeceased by Jim. Loving companion of Mary Krasnay. Stan will be remembered as the founder of Stan's Rentals in Oshawa. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, January 13th from 1 P.M. until time of Funeral Service at 3 P.M. Cremation. Memorial Donations to Lakeridge Health-Bowmanville Intensive Care Unit would be appreciated.
HARTEMINK, GERRIT JAN
In his 82nd year. The Lord took unto Himself at William Osler Health Centre, Brampton on Thursday January 8, 2004. Beloved husband of Marie (Speelman) and the late Ferdinandina "Nan" (Van Groen). Dear father of Robert John & his wife Debbie of Alberta and Sylvia & her husband Carmen Rooney of Courtice. Cherished Opa of Jason; Jubilee & her husband Robert Hewton; Brent; Samantha; Christopher Timleck & his wife Paula; Darryl Timleck & his fianc Katherina Noreiga; Amanda Forth; Shawna Rooney & her fianc e Scott Robinson; Andrew Rooney and great Opa of 6. Survived by his brother Dirk & Dina Hartemink and sister Dien & Jack Hiemstra and family in The Netherlands. Visitation will take place at on Monday at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, Bowmanville from 9:30 until the time of the Funeral at 11am. Memorial Donations may be made to a Charity of your Choice.
KVASNAK, Rudy
Peacefully at home on Thursday, January 8th, 2004 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Wanda. Loving father of Dan "Rudy" Kvasnak, Sherry and her husband Steve Dixon, Gail and Gifford MacKenzie and Kathy Blake. Dear Grandpa of Brent Dixon, Chris and Kyle MacKenzie, Joshua Kvasnak, and Sheri-Lyn and Jamie-Lee Blake. Bother of Helen Dubbin, Katie and her husband John Quinlan, Anne and her husband John Kent and Elaine and her husband Ivor Stubson. As per Rudy's wishes a Private Family Service will be held. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Lung Association would be appreciated and can be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West, Oshawa, (905-721-1234).
ORECCHIO, Domenico
Peacefully with family by his side at The Wynfield on Thursday, January 8th, 2004 in his 71st year. Dearly beloved husband of Antonietta. Loving father of Marie and her husband Mario Paluzzi, Rose and her husband Don Titus, Patty, Tony and his wife Nancy, Elsa, Marilyn and her husband Rob Dawson and Joe and his wife Sheila. Devoted Nonno of Tara, Michael, A.J.; Stephanie, Andrea and James; Jessica, Jeremy and Nichol; Mickey; Erica and Jonathon. Sadly missed by many family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel", 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, January 11th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Prayers at 7:30 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH (91 Ribblesdale Dr., Whitby) on Monday, January 12th at 12:30 P.M. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to Lakeridge Health - Oshawa Keeping The Pace would be appreciated.
RAYNER, Christopher Graham
At his residence in Courtice on Thursday January 8, 2004. Christopher Rayner, at the age of 41. Beloved husband of Sharon. Loving father of Nick and Sarah. Dear son of David and Clare. Brother of Steve. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2 Courtice 905-432-8484 (4th set of lights east of Townline) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Sunday January 11 at 2 p.m. The family of Christopher will receive friends on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment Cataraqui Cemetery, Kingston. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Durham Regional Cancer Clinic would be appreciated.
SCOTT, Isabel (Jack & Jill Nursery School Whitby)
passed away peacefully at the Rouge Valley Ajax Pickering Hospital on Thursday, January 8, 2004 at the age of 80. Loving wife of Alex Scott. Dear mother of Richard, Stephen and his spouse Marilyn and Jeff and his wife Treva. Proud grandmother of Michael, Christopher and Terri-Lynn. Fondly remembered by her brother Cecil and his wife Estelle & family and sister Christine and family in England. A special thanks to Dr. Jaciw, Dr. Baker and Dr. Crisp. Service at All Saints Anglican Church, 300 Dundas St., West Monday January 12, at 11am. Followed by Cremation. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
SINGH, Ryan Charnjit
At The Hospital for Sick Children on Thursday January 8, 2004. Beloved infant son of Margie & Kiratpal Singh. Ryan will be sadly missed by all his family. Funeral Service has taken place on Monday January 12, 2004. Cremation. Memorial Donations may be made to The Hospital for Sick Children.
VIOLA, Damiano
Peacefully surrounded by his family at Lakeridge Health Corp.- Oshawa on Thursday January 8th, 2004, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Grazia of 56 years. Loving father of Reno (Monique), Angelo (Monique). Loving grampa of Jocelyn, Abbie, Sebastien, and great grandfather of Nikolaos. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Monday January 12th, 2004 at 1:00 P.M. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to Princess Margaret Hospital would be appreciated. Visitation 7-9 P.M. Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday.
BLACK, Enid Miriam (nee Dickey)
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday January 7, 2004. Enid Black in her 97th year. Loving wife of the late Daniel Black. Dear mother of Jean Bennett & Dora (Bob) Youngman. Lovingly remembered by her granddaughters Donna, Frances, Deborah, Gail and Janet, and by her great grandchildren Kevin, Kerry, Stephanie, Corey, Tyler and Shannon and by 5 great great grandchildren. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday January 10, 2004 at 2 p.m. Interment North Nestleton United Church Cemetery in the spring. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation or Faith United Church would be appreciated. Visitation 1 hour prior to service.
FRENCH, Sherry (nee Clay)
Suddenly at Peterborough Regional Health Care Facility on Wednesday, January 7, 2004, in her 45th year. Sherry, beloved wife of David French of Ballieboro, formerly of Port Perry. Loving mother of Jonathan, Ben and Jacqui. Loving grandmother of Kayleb and Kolby. Dear sister of Joanne Clay. Much loved daughter of Valerie and John Chapman and John and Carrie Clay. Loving daughter-in-law of Pearl and Fred French. Friends and family may pay their respects at the Morris Funeral Chapel on Friday, January 9 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Saturday, January 10 at 11 a.m. Donations to the Diabetes Association or Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation in Sherry's memory would be appreciated.
