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KOZAK, Michaline "Lena"
Long time resident of Marnwood Lifecare Centre. Peacefully on Sunday March 7, 2004 at Marnwood Lifecare Centre, Bowmanville at the age of 91. Lena Kozak (nee Holodryzuk) beloved wife of the late Leo Kozak. Loving mother of Sonia Parfitt (and the late Dennis Parfitt) of Hampton, Jerry (Mary) of Kenora, Bob (Rody) of Hawkesbury, Joe (Mary) of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Barb Pokorski (Henry) of Hampton, and Ed of Pinawa, Manitoba. Loving grandmother of Ryan Parfitt, Honey Montgomery (Paul), Erin Bell (Dave), Linda Kozak, Laura Corbett (Troy), Nina Taylor (Paul), Elizabeth and Anne Kozak, Peter, Julie and Maia Kozak, Mark, Ellen and Carl Polorski, Eddie and Spring Kozak. Great Grandmother of Jillian and Brent Montgomery, Jordan and Carlynn Corbett, and Quinn Bell. Lena is survived by sisters Connie Flontek, Evelyn Nagribianko, Margaret Perpete, and brothers Michael and Bill Holodryzuk, and is predeceased by sister Stella Stadnyk, and brothers Alex, Nick, and Nestor Holodryzuk. Lena will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Wednesday March 10 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Thursday March 11th at 11am. Cremation. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Hampton United Church would be appreciated by Lena's family.
MOULE, Leta Fanny
Aged 84 years. At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday March 7th, 2004. Beloved wife of the late Ray Moule. Dear mother of Wray & his wife Valerie, Robert Moule, Linda & her husband Milton Bartley, Shirley & her husband Glenn Amos and Ronald & his wife Victoria. Loving grandmother of Steven, Grant, Marlene, Alexandre, Jennifer, Justin & Rachael & great-grandson Devon. A Memorial Service will take place at the Kingdom Hall in Bowmanville on Wednesday March 10th 2004 at 6 pm.
PERCY, John David
(Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43 & 637), Retired Security Officer for Ontario Power Generation-Pickering). passed away peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre on Sunday March 7, 2004 at the age of 66 years. Beloved father of Kathy (Brian) Percy, John (Mala) Percy, and Jennifer (Jerry) Percy. Loved by Frances Kelly-Percy. He will be truly missed by his brothers Cleary (Janet) Percy, and Hughie (Cecile) Percy. John will be deeply missed by his companion Bev, and by his many friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East with memorial visitation on Thursday March 11 from 2-4 pm. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place in Bowmanville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Huntington Society of Canada, or Sunnybrook Health Science Centre would be appreciated.
GRACE, James (Jim)
A well known and loved character passed away suddenly at Lakeridge Health on Saturday March 6th, in his 95th year. Jim travelled many walking km's weekly. His vibrant personality endeared him to all those friends and neighbours he met during his travels. He will be sincerely missed by son (Rob/Bob) Grace, daughter in law Suzanne, granddaughters A.J Grace (Cavey) & her husband Shawn, Nicky Grace, and two grandsons Porter & Cooper Cavey, sisters in law Julie Ritchie & Ethel Haynes. Predeceased by his wife May. Jim was independent and lived on his own, and maintained his own apartment until recently moving to Extendicare. He is now reunited with his beloved May. A family service was held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East on Monday March 8, 2004 with cremation and burial at Thornton Cemetery. Our thanks to the many people who interacted with Dad which includes the staff at Lakeridge, Lakeridge Dialysis & Extendicare. To those having the privilege to know him will attest that he will be remembered as a most incredible and amazing human being. Our thanks to all, the Grace Family.
PERCY, John David
(Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43 & 637), Retired Security Officer for Ontario Power Generation-Pickering). passed away peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre on Sunday March 7, 2004 at the age of 66 years. Beloved father of Kathy (Brian) Percy, John (Mala) Percy, and Jennifer (Terry) Percy. Loved by Frances Kelly-Percy. He will be truly missed by his brothers Cleary (Janet) Percy, and Hughie (Cecile) Percy. John will be deeply missed by his companion Bev, and by his many friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East with memorial visitation on Thursday March 11 from 2-4 pm. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place in Bowmanville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Huntington Society of Canada, or Sunnybrook Health Science Centre would be appreciated.
GUARDIA SANCHEZ, Carlos Alfredo
passed away peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday March 6th, 2004. Carlos passed after a short battle with cancer in his 57th year. Carlos was born in Argentina and has been a Canadian for 31 years. He lived in Toronto, New Brunswick and lately of Whitby. He was the owner of Classic Renovations and a master Carpenter. Loving father of Christina Andrea Guardia and Charles Steven Guardia. Lifelong friend of his children s mother and ex-spouse Maria Fodor Guardia. He is survived by his siblings Eduardo Rolando Guardia with his wife Rosa and Elba Alicia Gonzalez. He is lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews both here in Canada and in Argentina. Carina, Carlos, Martha , Lilianna, Patricia and Rolando Guardia and Alicia, Glen, Michael and Veronica Gonzalez. Pre-deceased by his parents Eduardo Guardia and Elba Sanchez. A service was held on Tuesday March 9th at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 10062 Bramalea Road in Brampton, Ontario. Donations made in memory of Carlos to the Canadian Cancer Society.
JONES, Bryan Cecil
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday March 6th, 2004. Beloved husband of Eve Martinez-Jones. Lovingly remembered by his family Suzanne Sanford & her family of Hornings Mill, ON; Briana Jones & her family of Shakopee, MN; Greg Angulo & his family of Milaca, MN and Jean-Paul Daoust & his family of Los Angeles, CA. Loving Grandfather of Dylan, Blaise, Natasha, Gabriel, Cullen & Maysa. Son of Maud Jones of Oakville, ON and the late Cecil W. Jones. Also survived by his sister Valarie Bartlett & her husband Barry of Oakville, ON; brother Darwyn W. Jones & his wife Gladys of Stroud, ON; 3 nieces and 1 nephew. At Bryan's request no visitation or funeral will be held. Cremation. Memorial Donations may be made to Bowmanville Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care.
RHIND, Thomas ''Tom''
Died peacefully, on Saturday, March 6, 2004, at Ajax-Pickering Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. Husband of Martha. Cherished father of Linda and her husband Ray Whittaker, Robyn and her husband Scott Hardy, Kim and her husband Bill McWatters and Thomas and his wife Julie. Devoted Papa of Adam, Ryan, Mike, Nicole, Thomas, Brandon, Stacey, Kyle, Taylor, and Logan. Fondly remembered by Mike and Willie and missed by his two four-legged friends, Kelly and Candy. Friends may call at the Accettone Funeral Home, on Tuesday, March 9, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, March 10, from 10 a.m. until the time of Service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. If desired, donations made in Tom's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by his family.
ROSS, Donald '' Don''
With his family by his side, peacefully, on Saturday, March 6, 2004, at Bowmanville Hospital, after a lengthy illness, Don, beloved husband of the late Pat. Cherished dad of Dona and her husband Denis Denison, and John. Devoted grandpa of Denise and her husband Anton, and Daniel. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, on Monday, March 8, from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services in the Chapel on Tuesday, March 9 at 11 a.m. If desired, donations made in Don's memory to Ronald McDonald's House or the Bowmanville Hospital Special Care Unit would be appreciated by his family.
RUBER, Gloria Jean (MacKenzie)
passed away suddenly with her family by her side at age 59, March 6, 2004 in Oshawa. Loving wife to Joe and sadly missed by son Michael. Survived and loved by siblings Bradley & Francesca, Valerie & Murray, Barbara & Henry and Douglas & Linda and many nieces and nephews. Recently retired from General Motors after 35 years of dedicated service. Gloria was born and raised in Bancroft, Ontario, eldest daughter of William and Dorine McKenzie (predeceased). She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her for her great spirit, unending faith and unbeatable courage. Visitation held Monday March 8, 2004 at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 7:00 pm - 9 pm. Funeral Service held Tuesday March 9, 2004 at 11:00 am. at Armstrong Funeral Home. If desired donations can be made to the Charity of your choice.
STORK, Kathleen "Kae"
Peacefully at the Rouge Valley Health Centre (Ajax Site) on Saturday March 6th, 2004. Kae loving wife of the late Edward. Predeceased by her children Catherine and Elinor. Sister of Ron and Irene Moyer. Cherished Gram of Kevin and Shelley Sewell and Deborah and Kevin McConomy, David and Nancy McEachnie. Aunt of Nancy and Henry, Ian and Roula. Gramma Kae of Stephen, Erica, Riley, Emma, Luke and John Craig and Auntie Kae of Andrew, Christopher, Laura, Melanie and Jessica. Ma of Murray and Peggie Sewell, Kae will be deeply missed by her best friend Jean Tomlinson. A gathering to celebrate Kae's Life will be held at the Accettone Funeral Home on Thursday, March 11th from 7-9 p.m. If so desired, donation made in Kae's memory to Ladies Auxillary of the Rouge Valley Health Centre (Ajax Site) would be appreciated by her family.
VAUGHAN, Elma
Peacefully on Saturday, March 6th, 2004 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa. In her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Loving mother of William and his family, and the late Marilyn Clarke. Grandmother of Terry and Tim Clarke and family. Great grandmother of Logan Clarke. Will be sadly missed by Bill Clarke and his family. Complete Memorial Service will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, March 11th in the Chapel at 3 P.M. with visiting from 1-3 P.M. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Durham Cancer Clinic.
CHAPPELL, Jill Leslie
Aged 54 years. Peacefully at home on Friday March 5th 2004. (Director of Human Resources with the Durham Region Children's Aid Society). Beloved wife of Gary Chappell for 32 years. Cherished mother of Glenn & Sean. Survived by her loving sister June Humphrey of Crawley, Sussex. A special thank you to Dr. Kassirer, Durham Access To Care, St. Elizabeth Health Care & all those who helped support the family. Visitation will take place at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home 7-9 pm Thursday March 11th 2004. A Memorial Tribute will take place in our Chapel 11 am Friday March 12th 2004. Memorial donations may be made to The Cancer Society or the Durham Region Children's Aid Society
LITTLE, Matthew John
Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Friday, March 5, 2004, Matt, in his 32nd year. Beloved husband of Corissa (nee Tilley). Wonderful daddy to Sam. Beloved son of John and Barbara. Dear brother of Mark and his wife Dawn. Greatly missed by Keith and Roberta Tilley and his aunts, uncles and cousins. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Monday from 7-9p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. Interment Oshawa Union Cemetery. Donations made in memory of Matt to the Samuel Little Trust Fund would be appreciated.
McCULLOCH, Agnes Anna
At General & Marine Hospital, Collingwood on Friday, March 5, 2004 in her 78th year. Agnes, loved mother of Darlien and her husband Jack Hallowell, Marilyn and her husband Randy Laite, Calvin McCulloch and his wife Sherrie. Loving grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Private family services were held. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated.
SWAIN, Lorna May
In her 90th year. Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Friday March 5th, 2004. Beloved wife of Harold Swain and the late Arthur J. Richards. Loving stepmother of Jack & his wife Nancy; Jim & his wife Susan and Helen & her husband John Coates. Grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. She will be sadly missed by her family at The Second Nest. Visitation will take place at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home on Monday March 8th from 1 2 pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at 2 pm. Spring Interment. Memorial Donations may be made to Tyrone United Church or a Charity of your Choice.
BEDFORD, JAMES
Retiree of Goodyear after 37 years, volunteered with Bowmanville Fire Department. Peacefully surrounded by his family, at St. Michael s Hospital on March 4th, 2004. Beloved husband of Joan for 52 years. Dear father of Michael Bedford and his wife Debbie of Cobourg, Linda and her husband Don Kocur of Bowmanville, Carrol and her husband Jeff Dawkins of Massachusetts, USA, Stephen Bedford and his wife Deanna of Kitchener and Jeff Bedford of Oshawa. Will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren Jennifer, Melissa, Tim, Chris, Greg, Rachel and Heyden. Predeceased by his sister Dorothy Mason. Brother in-law of Peter and Pat Belsey. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) with Memorial Service in our Chapel on Friday March 12th, 2004 at 2 PM. The family of James will receive friends on Thursday March 11th, 2004 from 7-9 PM and on Friday March 12th, 2004 from 1-2 PM. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
