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WEIDERICK, Lloyd B.
(Retired- Durham Board of Education). Following a lengthy illness, at his residence, Oshawa on Sunday, April 11th, 2004, Lloyd Bruce Weiderick, in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Mary. Dear father of Carl, Wendy Michelakos, Christopher and his wife Barbara. Lovingly remembered by his 10 grandchildren. Dear brother of Elizabeth and her husband Don Wingfield, and Beverly and her husband Howard Roth. Lloyd was a teacher with Durham Board of Education beginning in 1953 and retiring in 1985 as Principal of Dr. S. J. Phillips Public School. He was a Past President of the Kiwanis Club of Oshawa - Westmount and an active member of The Whitby Yacht Club. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel", 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Saturday, April 17th from 2 P.M. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 3 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre or The Humane Society of Durham Region would be appreciated.
HARDSAND, Clarence Eugene ''Clare''
1934 - FORGET ME NOT - 2004 (Lifetime member of Oshawa Kinsmen Club/K-40. Active member of Rotary Club of Oshawa). A former gold glove boxer known as ''Popeye'', and a great entrepreneur and owner of Hardsand Limited (76 years as a family business) Hardsand Fence and Patio Centre and Never Enough Wind Surf Shop. Peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 10th, 2004, in his 71st year. He has gone to join his beloved and devoted wife Patricia (Smith) who passed on June 12th, 2003. Clare will be deeply missed by his children Joanne Sheard, Jenny Hardsand (Jerry Cruickshank), Geo. Hardsand (Cathy Smith); his grandchildren Taunia Van Noord (Ken Arksey), Nathan Van Noord (Marcee Matte); his great- grandchildren Autumn Van Noord and Baihlee Arksey; his sisters Joy Cassidy (Bill), Millie Ives (Vic), Georgina Hughes, his brother Albert, and by his many nieces, nephews and cousins. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-4711) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday, April 13th, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Donations to the Durham Region Cancer Centre or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Monday. He will be remembered and missed by all.
LONG, Vera Margaret, nee Sandford
Died peacefully Saturday April 10, 2004. Predeceased by her beloved husband William H. Long and her siblings Isobel, Ena, Moore and Leonard. Margaret will be sorrowfully missed by her family and friends. Margaret worked as a registered nurse (Ontario Hospital, Whitby, Class of 1934), and in partnership with her husband at the W. H. Long Printing Company of Toronto. Service were held Monday on Tuesday April 13 at 11 am. Memorial Service Friday April 16 at 9:30 am. at The Glebe Centre, 950 Bank St. Ottawa.
RYNARD, Elva
passed away peacefully on April 10, 2004 at the Versa Care Centre Uxbridge, in her 84th year. Elva was born September 24, 1920 in Ashworth, Ontario. Beloved wife of Mervin Rynard for over 59 years. Dear mother of Wayne and his wife Karen, Brent and his wife Cathy. Loving grandmother of Carol (Tim) Gravelle, Wendy, Laura, Bill and Jennifer. Predeceased by her parents Willmott Brent and Mima Hackner. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home for visitation on Monday, April 12, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 2 p.m. in the chapel. In Elva's memory, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society.
WILES, Stewart William
Peacefully, on Saturday, April 10th, 2004 at Lakeridge Health, Port Perry, in his 80th year. Stewart beloved husband of Marjorie. Predeceased by his sisters Lois, Katherine and brother Orland. Fondly remembered by his sisters-in-laws and brother-in-laws, nieces and nephews and his little dog Joey. At Stewarts request, there will be no service. Cremation, with private family burial.
ABRAMOWICZ, Hermine
Peacefully after a prolonged illness at Extendicare Nursing Home on Friday April 9th, 2004 in her 87th year. Predeceased by her husband Jerzy. Hermine will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her daughter Christine Vella (Victor), her grandchildren Michael Vella, Debbie Duiker (Ken), her great grandchildren Holland, Haven, her sister Elizabeth Loni, her nephew Gino Loni (Val), and her great nephews Shawn and Matthew. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Sunday April 11th, 2004 at 4:00. Interment Holy Angels Cemetery, St. Thomas. Donations to the Sunrise Youth Group would be appreciated. Visitation 2-4 p.m. Sunday.
COOK, Alfred Godfrey
Peacefully on Friday, April 9th, 2004 at Scarborough Hospital in his 91st year. Predeceased by his wife Jean (nee Shears). Loving father of Eugene (Martha), Marguerite (Douglas) and Carson (Christine). Beloved grandfather of David, Heather, Donna, Kenneth, Angela and James. Great-grandfather of Alexanderia, Graham and Amelia. Survived by brother William Hillary Cook. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, April 11th from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, April 12th at 1:00 p.m. Donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society, in lieu of flowers, would be appreciated.
FORBES, Kathleen Frances 1902-2004
Peacefully at Fairview Lodge, in her 102nd year. First president of St. Joseph's C.W.L. Highland Creek. Beloved wife of the late Harold Forbes, retired fire captain. Dear mother of Murray (Barbara), Kathleen (Joe Mercer), and Gladys (Jim Avola). Predeceased by Rosemary (1986) and Harold (Mary Haughian) 2002. Last surviving member of the Murray Family of 11 children. Lovingly remembered by 29 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph's Church, 200 Morrish Rd., Highland Creek on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Cremation. Kathleen devoted her life to her faith, family and friends. Her generosity had no bounds. A special lady who will be remembered by many. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Kathleen's name to St. Leo's Roman Catholic Church Building Fund, 125 Waterford St., Brooklin, Ontario L1M 1B5 or the Canadian Food for Children c/o Dr. Andrew Simone, 40 King Georges Road, Toronto, Ontario M8X 1L3.
McILMOYLE, Russell A.
(Veteran of WWII; retired employee of Kawartha Credit Union) at Centennial Place, Millbrook, on Friday, April 9, 2004, in his 82nd year. Russell, loving husband of Caroline (English). Dear father of Glenda Newson (Ted King), Sandra Burns (Jim), and John Armstrong (Betsy Gross). Step-father of James English (the late Nancy), the late Gerald English (Sonja), and daughter-in-law Jean Armstrong. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Jennie Newson, Jeffrey Armstrong, Janice Armstrong, Lori English, Julie English, Katelin English, Andrew English, Erin Burns, Michael Burns, and great-grandchildren Ethan, Lucas, and Ava. Dear brother of Margaret Killen (Harold), William (Beth), Ronald (Arlene), and Sheldon (Evylen). Predeceased by brothers Charles, Burley, Ivan, and Roy, sister Myrtle, and parents John and Annie (nee Shadbolt). A funeral service will be held at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Tuesday, April 13, at 11:00 a.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Interment Rosemount Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Alzheimers Society of Peterborough and Area or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
MYALL, Dawn Gloria (nee Cox)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, April 9th, 2004. Loving wife of David. Beloved mother of Dan and Allison and Rob and Melinda. Caring sister to Candy and Rick and niece Michelle. Grandmother to Tom, Josh, Jake and Jonny. Survived by her mother Doris Sorensen. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'' 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, April l2th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 13th, 2004. Donations may be made to the Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
RUDMAN, MARGARET HELENE (JOLL)
At Kingston General Hospital on Friday, April 9, 2004 in her 87th year. Margaret, beloved wife of the late Norman. Loved mother of Don and his wife Pat of Guelph, Fay and her husband Wilmer Matthews of Barry s Bay, Dennis and his wife Valerie of Newcastle, and Del and his wife Lynn of Oshawa. Loving grandmother of Krista, Brian, Alan, Darren, Kevin, Jenny, Darrin, Mark and Shannon and her great-grandchildren Wesley, Devon, Emma, Mason and Ethan. Dear sister of Bill Joll and Eunice Seekins and sister in law of Maxine Joll and Pearl Joll. Predeceased by her brothers Stuart Joll and Jack Joll and brother in law Harry Seekins and sister in law Doris Joll. Friends may pay their respects at the Morrish Funeral Chapel on Monday, April 12, 2004 from 2 4 and 7 9 p.m. Funeral service chapel on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Donations in Margaret s memory to Hospital for Sick Children, Newcastle United Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.
TAYLOR, Dora Alfreda
Peacefully at the home of her cousin, on Friday April 9, 2004. Dora will be greatly missed by her cousin Maurice Butt of Courtice, her sister Alice (Mrs. Stan Hoy) of Courtice, her brother Donald Taylor of Janetville and many nieces and nephews. Dora was predeceased by her sisters Blanche and Theda (Mrs. Arthur Bedwin) and her brothers Stan and Andy. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice 905-432-8484 (4th set of lights east of Townline, Oshawa) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Monday April 12 at 1 p.m. The family of Dora will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Interment Ebenezer Cemetery, Courtice. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
TOWNS, Carrol Elizabeth (nee Barnewall)
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Friday, April 9, 2004, at the age of 60 years, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife for 44 years of George Towns. Cherished mother of Darrin and Deborah, and Robert and Pam. Devoted grandmother to Ashley, Amanda, Russ and Grace Mary Elizabeth. Dear daughter of the late Harold (1973) and Bessie (1970) Barnewall. Dear sister of Marion and Mark Hosack (Chatham), Ross and Doris Barnewall (Kincardine), Barbara Cunningham and the late David (Essex), Ruth and Carl Verhulst (Toronto), Newton and Jackie Barnewall (Elliot Lake), Dave and Terry Barnewall (Kingsville), and predeceased by sister Betty Denis (1973) and brother Bryce Barnewall (2000). Dear sister-in-law of Helen Barnewall and Ken and Krista Towns. Carroll was greatly loved and will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S., (just north of 401 at the lights) on Sunday, April 11, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Donations in lieu of flowers would be greatly appreciated to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Autism Society.
MacDONALD, Joan Margaret
passed away at her home, with her family by her side, on Thursday, April 8th, 2004, in her 70th year. Dearly loved wife of 50 years to Donald MacDonald. Much loved mother of Sharon Tobin and her husband Greg Lee, Debbie and her husband Doug Young, and Jo-Ann and her husband Gord Scott. Cherished grandmother of Ryan, Darick, Genevieve, Nicole, Dylan, Autumn, Jen and William. Great-grandmother of Montanna. Survived by sisters Pat McDuff and Ethel Richard, and brothers Esmond Danahy and Gerald Danahy. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN Ltd., 79 Baldwin Street, Brooklin Village from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Then to Holy Family Catholic Church, 91 Ribblesdale Dr., Whitby for Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, April 13th at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. Parish prayers will be offered in the chapel Monday at 8:00 p.m. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Leo's Catholic Church ''Building Fund'' would be appreciated by the family.
PIPER, Marion Evelyn
(Lifelong member of St. George's Memorial Anglican Church, Oshawa). Peacefully with her family at her side on Thursday, April 8, 2004, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Steve Piper. Dear mother of John Piper and Susan Martin and Virginia and Ed Merringer. Cherished 'Grandma' of James Piper, Sharon and her husband Rob Hallick, Tyler Merringer and Caroline Rousselle, Ian and Andrew Merringer and 'Great-grandma' of Jack Hallick, and Logan and Kian Merringer. Sister of the late Dorothy Mason. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St., E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Monday, April 12, from 6-8 p.m. A celebration of Marion's life will be held at St. George's Memorial Anglican Church, 51 Centre St. S., Oshawa on Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. George's Memorial Anglican Church would be appreciated.
ROBINS, Dorothy May
(Member of Oshawa Golf Club, Oshawa Curling Club, Canadian Club and Christ Memorial Anglican Church) Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa on Thursday April 8, 2004. Dorothy, beloved wife of the late James 'Ab' Robins. Cherished mother of best friend of Heather Caldwell. Loving 'Grandma' to Ian and Sherry Caldwell, and Michael Caldwell and Dawn White and great-grandma to James, Damon and Ryan. Sister of the late Ruth Lush. Relatives and friends were received at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Monday from 6 - 8 p.m. A private family service was held on Tuesday, April 13, 2004. Interment Thornton Cemetery. A special 'thank you' to Dr. Max Leung and the nurses and staff of Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, Palliative Care. Donations in memory of Dorothy to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Humane Society of Durham Region would be appreciated.
THOMAS, Barrie
(Long time employee of Canadian Tire). Peacefully on Thursday, April 8th, 2004 at the Ajax/Pickering Hospital. Beloved husband of Marion. Devoted father of Owen. Lovingly remembered by his brother Roger and his family. A celebration of Barrie's life will be held on Monday, April 19th at 1 p.m. at the Accettone Funeral Home. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Animal Defense League of Canada, P.O. Box 3880, Station C, Ottawa K1Y 4M5 or the Charity of your choice in Barrie's memory will be gratefully acknowledged.
BOURNE, Arthur William
Peacefully at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility on Wednesday, April 7, 2004, in his 86th year. Dear husband of the late Jeannette Georgina (nee L Abbe). Loving father of Luella and her husband Bob Taylor of Wilmot Creek, Shirley and her husband Brian Livesey of Courtice, and Jo-Anne and her husband Darrell Fletcher of Barrie. Sadly missed by grandchildren Tammy Taylor and Bernie Snjegotinac, Brian and Julie Taylor, Jennifer Marshall and Ken Sedore, Jeffrey and Vilma Marshall, Nicole and Jim Loptson, Melissa Wheeldon, Ryan Wheeldon, Jonathan Wheeldon, and great-grandchildren Liam, Shawn, Scott, Jared, Andrew and James. A memorial service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, April 10, at 2:00 p.m. Following the service, friends and family are invited to gather in the reception lounge of the funeral home for refreshments and fellowship. Donations in Arthur s memory to the Alzheimer Society or the Therapeutic Garden at Foster brooke would be appreciated by his family.
GORING, Clare
Peacefully, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at Windbourne Park Nursing Home, Ajax. Clare, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. Cherished father of Greg and wife Sharon, Rick and wife Pam, Laurie and husband Marty, Debbie and husband Dave. Devoted grandfather to Chris and his wife Lisa, Mark and his wife Kim, Jeffery, Dylan, Shawn and his wife Adrienne. Great-grandfather to Piper, Emily and Joseph. Friends may call at The Simple alternative Funeral Home, on Monday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Funeral Service to take place in our chapel at 12:30 p.m. Interment to take place on Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 1 p.m.
HANKEY, June Gertrude
Suddenly, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 83. June Hankey, beloved sister of Doreen Pagnuelo of Montreal, and the late Eugene Hankey of Montreal. Dear aunt of Paul Pagnuelo and his wife Marilyn of Pontypool, Suzanne and her husband Scott Walker of Ottawa and Diane and her husband Larry Boyle of Montreal. She will be missed by her cousin Norris "Cubby" Burke of Dorval, Quebec, and her great nieces Stephanie Pagnuelo and Lindsay Walker and her great nephews Geoffrey Walker and Matthew Pagnuelo. The family of June Hankey will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Friday, April 9th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 10th at 10 a.m. with Father Peter Lackmanec officiating. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Monica's Catholic Church, 6405 Terre Bonne Avenue in Montreal on Monday, April 19th at 11 a.m. with Father Bertoli officiating. Interment Cote de Neiges Cemetery, Montreal, Quebec. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Parkinson Society.
Van SOMEREN, Hendrikus Berthus "Henk"
(Retired from Tippet-Richardson). Peacefully, on Wednesday, April 7, 20041, at the Community Nursing Home in Port Perry, at age 101. Henk van Someren of Port Perry, beloved husband of 65 years to Adriana "Sjaan" (nee van der Wel). Loved father of Dini and her husband Barry Page of Port Perry. Loving grandfather of Rob Page and his wife Tracy of Barry's Bay and Glenn Page and Sara of Little Britain and great grandfather of Bronsen, Garret and Fletcher. The family of Henk van Someren will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Friday, April 9th from 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 10th at 1 p.m. with Reverend Elaine Lush officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry.
