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STREICS, Helene
At Markham Stouffville Hospital on Wednesday March 17th aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late John Streics. Dear mother of Lilly Monaghan (David) and Jenny Kolodziej (Walter). Loving Oma of Julie, Bonnie, Paula, Michael, Sabrina, and Jeremy. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King St. E. Oshawa with funeral service on Monday March 22nd at 11:00 am. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation at 10:00 am on Monday. Memorial donations to the Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated.
ARYCH, Jean (Krawczyk)
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 85 on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 with her family by her side. She is survived by her children Kathy Findlay, Gloria and Bob Tuerk and Eddie Arych and friend Mel. Loving grandmother of Brett and Aaron Rosnak and Lisa and Scott Verspeeten. Dearly beloved great grandmother of Abby Verspeeten. Jean was predeceased by her brothers, Thomas, Michael, Walter and Eddie. She will be sorely missed by all her surviving relatives and friends. A private visitation with prayers was held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME Thursday, March 18, 2004. A mass was held at St. Gertrude's Catholic Church on Friday March 19, 2004 at 10:00am followed by private Interment at Thornton Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
DWYER, Donald Francis
(42 year employee of General Motors). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Tuesday, March 16th, 2004. Donald, in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Hall). Loving father of David and his wife Elaine and John and his wife Valerie. Loving Grandpa of Caitlin, Ellice, Jillian, Scott, Allyson, Kassandra Wood and Kris Wood. Brother-in-law to Ethel Gamble and her family. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Marguette Dwyer. Donald will be sadly missed by his cousins, family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, March 17th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, March 18th at 11:00 A.M. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
LAVERTY, Francis Edward (Frank)
passed away on Tuesday, March 16th, 2004 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Frank, beloved husband of Sheila Jenset Laverty and devoted father of Steven Laverty (St. Thomas, Ont.), Julie Laverty (Scotland), Tricia Jenset (Toronto), and Lauren Jenset (Port Perry). Grandfather of Carley, Domenic, Gemma, Lilianna, Maegan, and Shannon and great-grandfather of Daniel. Frank was active in playing, coaching and refereeing soccer, and playing, teaching and directing duplicate bridge. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 20th, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 70 Toronto Street North, Uxbridge. In Frank's memory, donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation Cancer Research.
MACLAM, Maureen Margaret Lillian
Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, March 16, 2004, at the age of 41. Beloved wife of Rob. Loving mother of Melanie and James. Dear sister of Barry and Lilah (St. Catharines), Glenn and Holly (Pickering), Steve and Linda (Whitby), Kevin and Marti (Apex, North Carolina), Danny and Magda (Scarborough), James and Sandra (North York), and sister-in-law of Corrine and Ian (Oakville), and Roderick and Angie (Mississauga). Predeceased by her mom Ethyl Morgan. Survived by her mother-in-law Diane Wallace. Maureen will be sadly missed by her many family and friends. Funeral Service at Carruthers Creek Community Church (599 Bayly St. E., Ajax) on Friday, March 19, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, memorial donations to the Rouge Valley Health Systems Foundation - Cancer Clinic.
MOYNES, ''Reg'' Gerald Reginald
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 in his 93rd year. Reg, beloved husband of the late Marion (Lyle). Loving father of Nancy Kelman and Michael Moynes and his wife Muriel, all of Bowmanville. Dear grandfather of Gerald Kelman and his wife Shirley and their son Nathan, James Michael Kelman and his son Jaggur, Cheryl Anne Kelman and her son James Tyler-Finlay, Paul Gregory Kelman and his son Brandon, Howard Kelman and his wife Loretta and their children Alyssa Mary Ann and James, Christina Kelman and her partner Greg Waller and daughter Emily, Paula Anne and her husband Greg Goode and their children Lauren and Garritt, Rebecca Lynne and her husband William McIntyre, Margaret Elizabeth and her fiance Glen Wagg. At the request of Mr. Moynes, no visitation or funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Memorial Hospital Foundation, Bowmanville would be appreciated.
ORME, William "Bill"
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Tuesday March 16, 2004 in his 85th year. Bill, beloved husband of Louise Orme. Dear father of David & his wife Lynda, Bill & his wife Eden, Sharon & her husband Norman Demaine and the late Michael. Fondly remembered by his loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held.
ROY, Charles A. "Charlie"
At Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Monday March 16, 2004. Charlie Roy, beloved husband of late Ida Roy. Father of dearly departed Roderick Roy. Survived by his son Brian Roy & his wife Shelly, and daughter Karen Roy & her husband Jacques Michaud. Proud grandfather of Alexis & Allyson. He is lovingly remembered by his many friends. At his request, there will be no visitation or public funeral service. Private family service will be held at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa.
DESROSIERS, Donald, E.
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing on March 15, 2004 of Donald E. Desrosiers, born in 1931 to Albert and Ida Desrosiers - our beloved husband, father, father-in-law, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He will be greatly missed by Olga, his loving wife of 47 years, his two daughters and their husbands Pat and Stan Damant of Newcastle, Ontario and Judy and Ron Village of North Vancouver, and predeceased by his son Michael. He will be remembered by his brother Bruce and late brother David, grandchildren Tanje, Clint, Donald, Ryan and Jason and three great grandchildren, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Don retired from Lasco Steel in 1985 to Qualicum Beach where he enjoyed fishing, golfing and RV camping, and came to North Vancouver in 2002. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Lions Gate Hospital Cancer Clinic, c/o Dr. Klimo. Friends and family are invited to join us at Seymour Golf Course, Friday March 19th at 1:00 p.m.
FRANCE, Elma
On March 15, 2004. Elma, loving wife of the late William . Beloved mother of Marjorie, Daphne and her husband Randy Maison, Simone, Cheryl and her husband Alvin Adams, and the late Charles Berbyck. Elma will be missed by her daughter-in-law Gloria Berbyck. Cherished Granny of Margaret Torrington, Lynette Ahmed, Morel Maison, Onita Luisi, Michael Maison, Gordon Junior Nedd, Malcolm Nedd, Khary Adams, Nkosi Adams, Jelani Adams, Bertram Marcus, Dacia Berbyck, Faye Berbyck, Isaac Elliot, Charles Berbyck, Cysia Williams, Jonathan Williams, Elaine Williams and Ronald Williams. Loving Great-Granny of 26 and Great-Great- Granny of 1. Friends will be received on Tuesday, March 22 at St. Georges Anglican Church (Randall Drive and Kingston Road, Pickering Village) from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m.
ROUSSEAU, Richard (Rick)
Peacefully at his residence in Nanaimo B.C. in his 50th year. Rick beloved son of John and Laverne Rousseau of Whitby. Loving brother of Marie Sidor and her husband Kim of Whitby, Joanne Gambel and her husband Brice of Alabama, John Rousseau and his wife Cathy of Brooklin, Brenda Martin and her husband Jim of Whitby. Dear Uncle of Damian, Luke, Camille, Rhea, Marcel, Justin, Jordan, Dion and Katherine. Great Uncle of Emily. Rick will be greatly missed by all Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Visitation will be from 12pm. to 1pm. Friday March 19th. A Memorial Service will be held at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel on Friday 1pm. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
CALDWELL, Bonnie
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa at the age of 49, on Sunday March 14, 2004 with her family by her side. Bonnie was born on September 26, 1954 in Fort William, Ontario. She lived a fulfilling life as a mother, a registered nurse, helping others and she enjoyed reading, cooking, cribbage, travel and camping and fishing. Bonnie was predeceased by her father Cecil Arthur Caldwell and brother Patrick Caldwell. She is survived by her children David and Valerie Soltis and Chantelle Juffs, her mother Bernice, brothers Donald (Wendy), Daniel (Zena), and Robert, and sisters Glenna(Carlos) and Wendy (David Nicholson). Many aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. She will be sorely missed by all her loved ones and friends. A private visitation was held at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice 905-432-8484 (4th set of lights east of Townline Rd. Oshawa). A private Memorial Service was held at Thornton Cemetery, Oshawa followed by Interment. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Durham Lung Association or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
COLBOURNE, Ruby E
passed away peacefully, surrounded by her daughters at Extendicare Nursing Home in Oshawa on Sunday March 14, 2004 in her 90th year. Predeceased by her son Ted. Lovingly remembered by Ted's wife Heather, and their children Laurie and Dan, (Darlene); her daughter Dale (Bob) Austin and her children Glenn (Valerie) Davies, Lisa (Rex) Sikora; son Doug (Lynda) Colbourne and their children Sheri Kurtz and Janet (Eric Trethewey); son Bryan (Joy) Colbourne and their children April (Jason) Williamson, and Luke (Heather) and David and Joel; daughter Joanne McNab and her children Chris (Za Za), and Julie; daughter Faith Lowman and her children Mark (Kate) from England, and Andrew and Paul. She will be sadly missed by her great-grandchildren Ashley, Dean, Sarah, Kandice, David, Emily, Cassie, Gavin, Camielle, Josiah, Joshua, Holly, Amy, Andrew, and Kevin. Friends may call at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E. Oshawa, on Tuesday March 16th from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at COMMUNITY PENTECOSTAL on Wednesday March 17th, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Spring Interment. Memorial donations to The Canadian Bible League or The Arms of Jesus would be appreciated by the family. A special thanks to the staff of Extendicare, Oshawa.
FORGET, Celestin "Steve"
passed away suddenly, at his residence, on Sunday March 14, 2004. Steve Forget in his 79th year. Dear brother of Marcel (Margaret) Forget, Martin Forget, Roger (Francis) Forget, Augustin (Patricia) Forget, Richard (Deloris) Forget, Theresa Charlebois, Rena (Felix) Latone, and the late Omer (Betty) Forget, Velma Spicer, and Lionel (June) Forget. Lovingly remembered by many, many nieces and nephews. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Thursday March 18, 2004 at 11 a.m. Cremation Thornton Crematorium. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 7-9 p.m.
HARRIS, Veronica
Peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, March 14, 2004, in her 82nd year. Veronica Harris (nee Gemon), loving wife of the late Hugh Allan Harris. Cherished mother of David, Allan, Estelle Harris, Dianne Harris, and Margaret Chapman. Dear Granny to Che, Shane, Jason, Monique, Candace, Adrian, Tanya, Andre, Dominic and Gabrielle. Survived by her loving sister Agnes Henderson. Veronica will be sadly missed by her many family and friends. Funeral Mass at St. Francis de Sales Church, (82 Church St. S., Pickering, Village) on Thursday, March 18, 2004 at 11:00 a.m.
LONG, Linda Marie
On Sunday March 14, 2004 at Mississauga Trillium Health Centre. At age 53. Linda, beloved wife of Gary. Dear mother of Steven and Susan. Survived by her sister Janis Guthy. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada would be appreciated.
LYMAN, Barrie George
After a long and courageous battle, Barrie George Lyman, at 67 years of age, passed away peacefully on Sunday March 14th, 2004 at his home. He is survived by his loving wife Beverley Worrall of Oshawa, and his sister Thelma Green of England. Dear father of Steve (Andrea), Darren, Andrew (Diane), Tracey, Stephen, Susan, Peter and Paul. Lovingly remembered by 12 grandchildren in England. He will be truly missed by all of his family and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street E. Oshawa, with complete Funeral Service in the Chapel on Wednesday, March 17th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Visitation will take place on Tuesday March 16th from 7-9 p.m. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
McPHEE, James C. (Pat)
(Long time employee of General Motors, Canada and Veteran of W.W.II)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Sunday, March 14th, 2004 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Davis) for 56 years. Dear father of Pam McPhee (Dave Strutt), Cindy (Ed Nawrot) and the late Jimmy (infant son). Loving Grampa of Rachel, Mindy and Miranda. Brother of Jack, Bob, Sam and the late Joe. Brother-in-law of Shirley, June, and Mary McPhee, Dianne Remego (Steve), Ross Davis and the late Mabel McPhee. Best friend of Craig and Marg Topping. Predeceased by long time buddy Keith Smart. Lovingly remembered by his pets. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, March 17th from 10:00 A.M. until time of Service in the Chapel at 11:00 o clock. Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
WALSH, Audrey
passed away at Toronto General Hospital on Sunday, March 14, 2004 in her 75th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Vincent and granddaughter Chantal. Lovingly remembered by her children Tony and Cathy Walsh, Vince and Lynn Walsh, Angela and Bill Rife, and Chris and Debbie Walsh. Audrey will be truly missed by her grandchildren Brian and his wife Karen, Amanda and her husband Josh, Philip and his partner Heather, Katie, Danny, Allie, Samantha, Duncan, Chantal and Maddie. Beloved sister of Kitty and Jim Jordan and Ronnie McCann. Audrey leaves behind many, many nieces, nephews, and cousins in the U.S.A. and the United Kingdom. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E., Oshawa with Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Family Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 17th, at 9 a.m. Visitation will take place on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be held Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Ronald McDonald House would be greatly appreciated by the family.
WELDON, Laura ''Ruth''
After a brief illness on Sunday, March 14, 2004, Ruth (nee Cook) passed away quietly and peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp., Oshawa, in her 94th year, with family at her side. Predeceased by her husband Clarence. Loving mother of David and wife Karen of Bobcaygeon, Larry and friend Faith of Barrie. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Terri and husband Mike Newey, Kathy and husband John Sieben, Pam and husband Neil Mackenzie, Greg and wife Yvonne Duke, Kelly and husband Lyle Tribe and Brett Weldon. Sadly missed great-grandma of Kaela, Meaghan, and Tess Newey; Vanessa, Brittany, and Madison Sieben; Ian and Stuart Mackenzie; Jessica Tribe; Kaitlin and Kyle Duke. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Donations can be made in memory of Ruth to the Charity of choice or to 'Oshawa General Hospital Foundation.'
FRASER, Susan E.
In loving memory of our mother who suddenly passed away on March 13, 2004 in her 61st year. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother to Richard, Lisa (Dawn), Tracy and Lucas. Cherished grandmother to Adam, Amanda, Jordon, Kyle, Darnell, Matthew, Taylor and Deondre. Susan is the daughter of the late Marjorie & Charles Thorburn. Also sister to the late Margaret and her surviving brother Ted. She will be sadly missed by Andy, Claudette, TJ, and all who have been touched by her. Funeral Service to be held at Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. North Ajax on Saturday March 20, 2004 at 11 a.m. Cremation. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or The Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
JOHNSTON, Irene
Peacefully passed away on March 13, 2004 at the Fairview Lodge Nursing Home in her 84th year. Loving mother of Donna and her husband Donald MacKintosh, Robert and his wife Linda and Leslie. Grandmother to Scott, Tracy, Corinna, Tammy and Shasta. Also great grandmother to Callum, Hunter, Travis, Trevor and Taryn. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Charity of choice or the Fairview Lodge Nursing Home would be greatly appreciated.
