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JACKSON, Ray W.
passed away suddenly at his home on Thursday, May 27th, 2004, in his 79th year. Dearly loved husband of Sandy Jackson (nee Plitz). Much loved father of Debbie and her husband John McCoy, and Brenda Jackson and Kevin Hamilton. Grandfather of Katie and Mike McCoy. Survived by his brothers Stan and his wife Doreen and Ralph (Curly) and his wife Joan, all of Oshawa. Fondly remembered by brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews and many friends. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN LTD., 79 Baldwin Street, Brooklin Village from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Then to Brooklin United Church, where visitation will commence from 1:00 p.m. until time of service to follow in the church Saturday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. (May 29). Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
MURRAY, Barbara
Suddenly on Thursday, May 27th, 2004 at Lakeridge Health-Bowmanville. In her 81st year. Beloved mother of Carolyn Powell, Margaret Harris and Sharon Arizmendi. She will be sadly missed by 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at the THORNTON Cemetery CHAPEL (1200 Thornton Rd. N.) on Tuesday, June 1st at 1 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated and can be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE (847 King St. W.) 905-721-1234
BOUCHER, Ella
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday May 26, 2004. Ella Robichaud in her 74th year. Beloved wife of the late Patrick Boucher. Dear mother of Ronald & his wife Lee, Tommy & his wife Dianne, Robert & his wife Bonnie, Gilbert, and Diane & her husband Lloyd Mews. Loving grandmother of Jennifer, Owen, Ashley, Cody, Gary, Cory, Rene, Steven and Danielle. Sister of Albain & Percy Robichaud of New Brunswick, Esther & her husband Robert Kelly, and the late Emilienne Mallet & Ernest Robichaud. Loving aunt of Leo Mallet. esting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with funeral service in the Chapel on Monday May 31st, at 11 a.m. Interment Oshawa Union Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
CLEARY, Joseph
On Wednesday, May 26, 2004 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, in his 84th year. Joe, dear brother of Michael of Uxbridge and sister Mary Muller of Rhode Island. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home on Friday, May 28th, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the chapel on Saturday, May 29th at 11:00 a.m. In Joe's memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation.
GOWLAND, Richard Ivan Jr.
Gone to be with his Lord, on Wednesday, May 26, 2004 at age 46. Rick Gowland of Scugog Point will be lovingly remembered by his wife Deborah (nee Vine). Proud father of Laura and stepfather of Brandon, Shane, Adam and Amber. Loved son of Richard and Jean Gowland of Oshawa. Dear brother of Diane, Wanda and Glen all of Oshawa and predeceased by Jane. Rick will also be missed by the Vine family. The family of Rick Gowland will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel" 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Saturday, May 29th from 10 - 11 a.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Father Peter Lackmanec officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Charity of your choice.
PETHERICK, G. Winston
At Lakeridge Health-Port Perry on Wednesday, May 26th, 2004. G. Winston Petherick, in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Marlin. Dear father of Sandra Scott (Fred Gabourie) of Oshawa, Vanieca Harmer (Nelson Malcolm) of Oshawa, Dan Petherick (Christine) of Burketon and Greg Petherick (Lori) of Omemee. Lovingly remembered by his 5 grandchildren, Jeff, Troy, Lisa, Candice and Sean. Dear brother of Gaynel Quinton (Jim) of Campbellford. Friends are invited to join the family for a gathering from 1:30 P.M. until time of Memorial Service at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 5th, at the Officers Mess, Col. R.S. McLaughlin Armoury, (53 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa). Memorial Donations to Community Memorial Hospital Foundation (Lakeridge Health-Port Perry) or Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated and may be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234).
WACKETT, Ken
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Wednesday, May 26th, 2004. Kenneth Charles Wackett, in his 66th year. Beloved son of Mrs. Mabel Wackett of Port Perry and the late Fred Wackett. Dear father of Keith, Kim and her husband Scott Wardlaw and Kerry and her partner Dave Sebrants. Lovingly remembered by his 4 grandchildren Erin, Colleen, Brittany and Kinsley. Dear brother of Colin and Alan Wackett. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, May 30th from 2:00 P.M. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 3:00 P.M. Memorial Donations to Hearth Place or Epilepsy Durham Region would be appreciated.
BARKEY, Laima Regina
Suddenly on May 25, 2004 at the Rouge Valley Centenary Health Centre, at the age of 59. Beloved wife of Walter. Cherished daughter of Frank and Aldona Kvedaras. Dear sister-in-law of Frank and Donna Barkey. Remembered by her uncle Vyte Kvedaras and his wife Huri and all family members. Memorial visitation will be held at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial service to be held in our chapel on Friday at 1 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
LAKE, Fern
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Tuesday, May 25th, 2004 in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Carman for 49 years. Dear mother of Betty McKague and her husband Blair, Roger Lake and his wife Carol, Leon Lake and Alvin Lake and his wife Sharon. Loving Grandma of Shannon, Sherrilyn, Sarah, and Caitlin. Sister of Louise, Rita, Mary, Doug and the late Everett, Leonard, Dalton, Violet and Marie. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, May 27th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, May 28th at 11:00 o clock. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bancroft. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation or Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
McDONALD, Robert Edward
Peacefully, on Tuesday, May 25th, 2004 at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. In his 82nd year. Robert, beloved husband of Ruth. Dear father of Morley and Mary. Grandfather of Raymond and Heather. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home, on Friday, May 28, 2004 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the chapel on Saturday, May 29th at 2:00 p.m. In Bob's memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Andrews-Chalmers Presbyterian Church.
OUWROULIS, Adelheid Dorothea
Peacefully, on Tuesday, May 25th, 2004, in her 68th year. Adelheid, beloved wife of Tom Ouwroulis. Dear mother of Robert (Joan) DeVries, Peter (Susan) DeVries, Ronald Ouwroulis and Alexandra Ouwroulis. Fondly remembered by her precious grandchildren Samantha DeVries, Anthony DeVries and Levi Ouwroulis. Friends will be received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, on Thursday, May 27th, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Friday, May 28th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Tumor Centre, Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation. Thank-you to the numerous exceptional health care professionals for the wonderful care and support over the past four years. A few of these special people include: Dr. Warren Mason, Neetu Malik and the staff of the Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Tumor Centre at Princess Margaret Hospital, Dr. Mark Bernstein and Colleges at Toronto Western Hospital, Susan Jenkins and the staff of the Thrombosis Treatment Program at Toronto General Hospital, and Hillary Fletcher, Linda Clarke, Betty Reed and Marion Skerratt of the Durham C.C.A.C. and the staff of the York C.C.A.C.
HORNBY, Gordon
(Retired 32 year Employee of Duplate; Founder of Gord's Lock and Key). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Whitby on Monday May 24th, 2004 in his 82nd year. Dearly beloved husband of Ruth and predeceased by his first wife Ferne. Loving father of Roger and his wife Beth. Grandfather of Ryan and Richard. Stepfather to Barry McLaughlin and his wife Joy. Dear brother of Doris McClelland and husband John and predeceased by Annie, Edna, Jessie, Nettie, Vera, Verna, Madeline, Delta and Walter. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, May 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday May 27th at 3:00 P.M. Cremation. Donations made to any Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
LAWLESS, Dorothy (nee Flannigan)
With great sadness, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, the family announces the passing of their dear grandmother on Monday May 24, 2004, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Bernard, and dear mother of the late Dorothy Amey. Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by her grandson Rob and his wife Cathleen of Courtice, and granddaughter Melissa and her husband John of Oshawa. She will also be missed by her great-grandchildren Kaitlynne, Nicole, Krystal, Amber, Amanda, and Michael. Dorothy is pre-deceased by her sisters Corinne Lawless, Teresa Roach, Louise Doyle, Eileen Levesque, and her brothers Thomas Lawless, Joseph Lawless, Don Lawless, Clarence Lawless, and Frank Lawless. Dorothy will also be sadly missed by her nurse Donna Kovelman, her many friends at Marion Place and many family members. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the People, 570 Marion Avenue, Oshawa, on Thursday May 27, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will take place on Wednesday May 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be held at 7:00 p.m. Memorial donations to The Alzheimers Society would be greatly appreciated. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Grafton, Ontario.
MILNER, Edna
Peacefully, on Monday, May 24, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Bowmanville, at age 88. Edna (nee Wilkinson), beloved wife of the late Ray Milner of Oshawa. Loved mother of Yvonne (deceased) and her husband Marvin Appleton of Scugog Island. Loving grandmother of Richard Appleton (deceased) and his wife Lezlie, Melodie Henttonen and her companion Ivan of Brampton, Monita Drisdelle and her husband Allard of Oshawa and Ryan Appleton and his companion Jackie of Oshawa. Edna will also be missed by her great grandchildren Monica, Kristopher, Angela, James, Sarah, Ryan, Brent, Amanda, Ryan, Nofio, Jeremy, Jamie, Dawn and Rob and her great great grandchildren Jessica, Cody, Amy, Donika, Jade, Trevor, Tia, Travis, Eric, Joey and Sierra. Predeceased by her parents Edwin and Florence Wilkinson of Port Hope, and her brothers Jack, Frank and Brian. The family of Edna Milner will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel" 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Thursday, May 27th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel on Friday, May 28th at 1 p.m. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Scugog Island United Church.
MORRISON, Roy Edward
Retired General Motors Employee World War II Veteran. After a courageous battle with cancer, while being cared for by his loving wife, peacefully at home on Monday May 24th, 2004. Beloved husband & best friend of Hermine Mary. Loving & excellent father of Eddy, Judy, Yvonne, David, Erwin & Norman. Will be truly missed by all his grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Survived by his sister Jean & brothers George, Lloyd & Doug & his mother-in-law Maria Ptak. A special thank you to Dr. Kenneth Woolfson, the staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Durham Access to Care. At Roy s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has already taken place.
GREIG, Heather Lynn
passed away on May 23, 2004, at age 46, at Ajax Pickering Hospital after a courageous fight with cancer. Loving mother of Geoffrey. Predeceased by her mother Frances. She leaves behind her father James Robert, brother Bruce, sister Pat, brother-in-law Les, nieces and nephews Robert, Jonathon, Lindsay, Allison and Brian. Longtime employee of Yamaha Canada - she truly loved her work. Many thanks to the staff at Ajax Pickering Hospital for their care and compassion in her final hours. Many thanks also to Dr. Solow and staff at Markham Stouffville Hospital for their ongoing care, compassion and support during the past few years. Friends may call on Thursday, May 27 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Pine Hills Cemetery. Funeral Service will be Friday, May 28 at 11 a.m. also at Pine Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations to a Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
LYMER, Ethel
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday May 23, 2004 in her 91st year. Ethel, beloved wife of the late Alan Lymer. Dear mother of Mary Ann & her husband Robert Denard. Loving grandmother of Michelle & her husband Richard, Alison & Warren and the late Susan. Sister of the late Mary, Anne, Sophia, Helen and Rose. Friends may pay their respects at the Morris Funeral Chapel on Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Funeral service in our Chapel on Wednesday May 26, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. Donations to Memorial Hospital Foundation Bowmanville in her memory would be gratefully appreciated. Special thanks to the dedicated care givers at Strathaven Retirement Home.
PARISE, E. Margaret
Peacefully, at her home, on Sunday, May 23, 2004, E. Margaret Parise, beloved wife of Frank Parise. Dear mother of Erin and her husband Sam Lowe, and Lisa Nicks. Loving grandmother of Zachary and Rachel. Also survived by sister-in-law Jean Parise and nieces Beth, Frances and Donna. At her request, a private service will be held with no visitation. Memorial donations may be made to the Charity of your choice.
SAMPARA, Dennis
Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Sunday, May 23, 2004. Dennis, at the age of 65. Beloved husband of Kathleen ''Kathy'' (nee Oliver). Predeceased by his parents Eugene and Eugenia Sampara. Dennis will be remembered as a longtime organist at Yorkview Heights Baptist Church. Dennis will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Friends may call OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel,'' 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234), for visitation on Wednesday, May 26th from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, May 27th from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., with Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to The Gideon's Bible Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
CALDER, Helen
Peacefully, on Saturday, May 22, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 69. Helen (nee Grega), beloved wife of John Calder of Port Perry. Loved mother of Chris Calder, Keith and Mary Francis Calder, Michelle Calder and Anthony Cicerella, Duniece and Cal Camplin, and Dulande and Scott Joaquin. Loving grandmother of Christipher, Jesse, Shannon, Devin, Brooke, Michael, Kevin, Madeline, Gabrielle, Alicia and Michael. The family of Helen Calder will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel" 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Monday, May 24th from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1710 Scugog Street (Hwy. 7A) in Port Perry on Tuesday, May 25th at 11 a.m. with Father Peter Lackmanec officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Immaculate Catholic Church Building Fund.
FICE, Shirley Ann (nee Tomlinson)
Peacefully, with family and loved ones by her side, on Saturday May 22nd, 2004, in her 40th year. Shirley passed into God's care after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Dan for 15 years. Devoted mother to her two children, daughter Heather and son Brian. Survived by her parents Jane and Jim Tomlinson of Newcastle. Sadly missed by her sisters Cathy Nieuwhof and her husband Mike of Oshawa, Audrey Mercer and her husband Todd of Orono and her brother Sid Tomlinson of Bowmanville. Loving aunt to Andrew, Kyle, Nathan, Matthew, Jessica, Jennifer, Mellisa and T.J. Also fondly remembered by Dan's father William Fice (late wife Carolyn) of Consecon, his sisters Deb Fice of Pickering, Kim Pegutter and her husband Ernie, nephews Kyle, Brock and niece Kelly of Tyrone, her church family, neighbours and friends. Family and friends will be received at the OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, May 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, May 26th, at 11:00 A.M. Interment at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Breast Cancer Research and Education Fund (Ontario) would be greatly appreciated.
GOULET, Lorraine Ruth
passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 22nd, 2004 at Ballycliffe Nursing Home in Ajax at the age of 74. Predeceased by her husband Maurice. She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Maureen Daigle (Kim) of Courtice and son Ian Goulet (Valerie) of Ajax; grandchildren Rachelle (Jason), Tara (Steve), Jason, Jennifer, Bryson and great-granddaughter Zoe. She will be missed by her sisters, brother, nieces and nephews. Lorraine was born in Toronto and lived for several years in Durham Region. She will be remembered for her hospitality and generosity. She had an entrepreneurial spirit and owned and operated several businesses including Whitby Fabrics. Lorraine was also a damn good cook. A heartfelt thanks go to the caring and supportive staff at Ballycliffe Nursing Home. A celebration of life will be held at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, on Thursday, May 27th at 6 p.m. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
HARRIS, Marie Therese
passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Bridgepoint Health on Saturday, May 22, 2004. Beloved mother of Mary-Anne and her husband Michael Edwards, Peter Gravel and his girlfriend Caron MacMenamin, Andre Gravel and his wife Connie. Dear Nanny of Andre and Meghan Mitchell, Daniel and Jennifer Gravel, Jo-Ann and Justine Gravel. Fondly remembered by her many relatives and friends. Mass of the Christian burial will be held at Holy Family Parish (91 Ribblesdale Drive, Whitby) on Wednesday, May 26, 2004 at 11 a.m. followed by cremation. In memoriam, mass cards would be greatly appreciated by the family, or donations may be made to Gilda's House or to the Cancer Society.
