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BROWN, Eunice K. (Katherine, Kay, Kitty)
passed away at the Hillsdale Manor, Oshawa, on June 30, 2004. Kay Brown (nee Reid), late of Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, and earlier St. Catherines. Kay was born on September 30, 1914 in Louin Mississippi, the last of eight. Kay carried responsibilities early, caring for both her mother and father when in poor health. While caring for them at home, she taught at a nearby business college. As the Second World War loomed, Kay moved to Washington, D.C. where executive employment for women was growing rapidly, becoming the Confidential Secretary to the Chief of Naval Operations up until the attack on Pearl Harbor. Thereafter she enlisted in the Women Marines, rising to the rank of Captain, eventually serving as Assistant Adjutant at Quantico Marine Air Station. There she met her husband to be, Glenn C., the Adjutant, whom she subsequently married in 1945. They relocated to Hawaii, then to California, where they had Glenn R. She took up a variety of executive responsibilities with Hunt Foods, two local TV stations and all three stations affiliated with national networks, as well as the original Disneyland, while working on a communications degree at the University of Southern California. As Glenn C. finished training in photography, they moved to Garden Grove and established a photo studio and home, together with their son Glenn R., retiring in the 1980s as Glenn C.'s health declined. After several years of caring for Glenn C.'s declining health, and after his death, Kay relocated in 1987 to St. Catherines to be with Glenn R., his wife Helen, and their daughter Adrienne. Kay quickly made many friends in her condominium and in the series of churches which she affiliated. She achieved and maintained an independent living which she enjoyed for several years. In the mid nineties her own health declined, and eventually she moved to a nursing home in Oshawa to be closer to her family. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law and granddaughter, many nieces and nephews, numberless cousins and "kissing cousins". The memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 at 3 pm at Garden City Baptist Church, 265 Linwell Road, St. Catherines. A luncheon and time of fellowship to follow at the church. Interment will be later in California at the National Veteran's Cemetery in Long Beach, next to her "sweetheart" Glenn C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to World Vision's work in Africa.
BULLER, Vernie Marie
Peacefully, after a short illness, on Wednesday, June 30, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 82. Vernie (nee Thompson), beloved wife of Charlie Buller of Caesarea. Loved mother of Charlotte and Jack, Joanne and Daniel, Edward and Sandra and Russell and Michelle. She will be lovingly remembered by her 12 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. Dear sister of Edith (deceased), Doreen, Dorothy and Patrick. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Caesarea Community Hall on Sunday, July 4th at 1 p.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque through the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) to the Salvation Army.
DYCK, Darrell Neal
(Proud officer of the Toronto Police Service for 18 years). At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday June 30, 2004 at the age of 47. Loving son of Tillie and the late David Dyck. Loved fianc of Marsha Fleischer. Dear brother of Darcie Smith and her husband Barry. Devoted uncle to Ryan and Dustin Smith. Darrell will be fondly remembered by all of his aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. Special thanks are offered to Dr. David Spaner and the caring staff at Sunnybrook Regional Cancer Centre as well as Dr. Osbourne and his team at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville. A Memorial Service will be held at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice 905-432-8484 on Saturday July 3 at 2 p.m. Darrell s family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service time. Interment will follow in Winnipeg at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Sunnybrook Regional Cancer Centre or the Cancer Society would be appreciated.
TALNARIU, Lydia
Peacefully at the Village Retirement Home, Pickering, on Wednesday, June 30, 2004. Predeceased by her beloved husband Laurian, Loving mother of Ernie and Verla (nee Hedley). Proud Omi of Krista and Bryan. Dear sister-in-law of Ruth and the late Erwin Methner of Germany. Past Owner of Top Travel for 15 years, and in the travel business for 40 years. Cremation. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated.
TOLBOOM, John P.
(25 year employee of Peddlar Peoples, 16 year employee with General Motors Canada and 40 plus year member of St. Gregory's Church Choir). Peacefully at his home, after a lengthy illness, on Wednesday, June 30th, 2004, in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Shirley. Loving and devoted father of Corry and her husband Brian Campbell, Nancy and her husband Robert Tanner and Glen and his wife Tracey. Caring Poppa of Candice, Craig and Cydney. Survived by his sister Rita and her husband Henry Klooster of Stratford, brothers Peter and his wife Rie, Derk and sister Cisca and her husband Karel Vermuelon, all of Holland. John will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, July 2nd from 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at the CHURCH OF ST. GREGORY THE GREAT (194 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa) on Saturday July 3rd, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. In memoriam donations may be made to the New Durham Region Cancer Centre.
WILLIS, Michael Darren Russell
'Sunday's Child came for a while, and brought with him such joy. Darkness came into his life, now Sunday's Child is gone away. Sleep in Peace our little one.' Michael was born on November 13, 2001. He spent much of his short life at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children where he received wonderful care. He passed away at the age of 2 on Wednesday, June 30, 2004, with his family at his side. Loving son of Heather Harkness and Darren Willis. Dear brother of Amanda and Mathew. He will be fondly remembered by his many relatives and friends. Interment, GROVESIDE Cemetery, Brooklin. In memoriam, the family would appreciate donations to be made to the Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5G-1X8
GIROUX, Norman Alexis
At the family residence on Tuesday, June 29, 2004. Norm, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Doreen. Loving father of Michael and Lydia; and Kathy and her husband Doug Truant. Dear grandfather of Rachel, Joseph and Isabelle, Rebecca, Sean and Eric. Lovingly remembered by his family and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis de Sales Church, 82 Church Street South, Pickering Village (Ajax) on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
SAUNDERS, Joseph Alvin
(Veteran WW II RCASC in Europe, Member Royal Canadian Legion Branch, Charleston, Ontario). Suddenly, on Tuesday, June 29, 2004 at the Guelph General Hospital, at age 82. Joe Saunders of Port Perry, beloved husband of Reta (nee Haley). Loved father of Wayne and his wife Leanne of Port Perry, and Barry and his wife Susan of Oshawa. Loving grandfather of Carrie, Dereck (deceased), Jeremy and Angela. Survived by his brother Charles in BC. The family of Joe Saunders will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Thursday, July 1st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Friday, July 2nd at 11 a.m. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry.
VANDERKUUR, Liisa
On Tuesday, June 29, 2004 at her residence in Oshawa. Liisa, at the age of 35. Beloved wife of Jeff. Loving mother of Charlene and Justin. Dear sister of Leila. Loved daughter of John and his wife Cathy, and the late Sirpa. Daughter-in-law of George and Mary Vanderkuur. Liisa will be sadly missed by brothers-in-law,sisters in-law, relatives and friends. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) with Memorial Service at Hebron Christian Reformed Church, Whitby on Friday July 2, 2004 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
ALDRED, Judith Anne "Judy"
(Former assistant manager of the International Currency Department of the CIBC, retired in 1979 and more recently employed as clerical staff in the law office of Michael Fowler in Port Perry). Suddenly, on Monday, June 28, 2004 at her home on Scugog Island. Judy (nee Fisher), dearly loved wife of the late Alan Aldred. Loved daughter of the late Ed and Alice Fisher of Mozart Avenue, Scarborough. Dear sister of Jim Fisher and his wife Susan of Uxbridge. The family of Judy Aldred will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Friday, July 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, July 3rd at 11 a.m. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry.
VOZZA, Wm. Raymond (Ray)
Due to complications of pneumonia, died peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Monday, June 28, 2004, at the age of 75. Loving husband of Helen Vozza (nee Leonard) for 31 years. Dear father of Maria Elena Rousseau (Sean), and Raymond Vozza. Will be greatly missed by grandchildren Maya and Keon; brothers Lou (Lorraine) Bonar, Alfred (Marg) Bonar, John Vozza, and sisters Dorothy Longmuir and Veronica (Peter) MacInnes, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was loved by his sisters-in-law Rose Leonard, Jeanne Seymour, Barbara Sherwin, Lucille Lafrance, Loretta Leonard, Yvonne (Dan) Nearing, and Ruth McGill. Ray was born in Vancouver May 21, 1929, grew up and was educated there. He entered the Congregation of the Holy Redeemer and served God as a priest both at home in Canada and in Brazil, SA, for 15 years. He was a good priest, a loving husband and father. We know he is enjoying his eternal reward. Family and friends will be received at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Friday, July 2, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated by Father Ken Rae at Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church, 1830 Keene Rd., on Saturday, July 3, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery. Reception to follow in the church hall. If so desired, donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. .)
GAWMAN, Henry Maxwell ''Mac''
Honorary Member of Toronto Hiking Club; Member of Pickering Seniors; known for his fluorescent jacket and vest, he will be remembered as ''The Bike Rider of Pickering''. Quietly at the Rouge Valley Health System, Ajax, on June 27, 2004, in his 77th year. Husband of Shirley. Father of Leslie and her husband Craig Dyment, Michele Bell, and Martin Gawman. Granddad of Paul, Laura, and Ben. Brother of Ellen Thompson. Predeceased by brothers Charles, Joseph and Barney Andrews; Jack and Lenny Gawman. In memory of Mac, please help create a green legacy by donating to The Couchiching Conservancy, P.O. Box 704, Orillia, ON L3V 6K7.
GOVERDE, Heather
At Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care, after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, June 27, 2004, in her 40th year. Loving wife and best friend of Greg. Dearest daughter of Leonard and Helen Nesbitt. Dear sister of Sharon Pruskey and her husband Steve, and Gail Brennan and her husband Kerry. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Thursday, July 1, from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Cremation. Donations to Hospice Peterborough or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by Heather s family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. .)
McGRISKIN, James Vincent
passed away peacefully at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on June 27th, 2004, in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Evelyn. Dear father of Helen (Terry) Tugwell, Gloria Benson, Jim McGriskin, Linda (Ron) Evans, Marty (Helen) McGriskin. Proud grandfather of thirteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass to be held at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Uxbridge on Friday, July 2nd, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. In James memory, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
O BRIEN, Beatrice Lillian
At Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care, on Sunday, June 27, 2004, in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert O Brien. Dear mother of Robert O Brien, Sharon Rochejocquelin (Martin), Shirley Premsukh (Dan), Wayne O Brien, Cathy Kelly (Terry), Michael O Brien, Roger O Brien, Joan Maxwell (Tom), and Brenda Shaughnessy (Tom). Loving grandmother of Trevor, Chris, Travis, Jeanie, Justin, Alisha, Terry, Mike Jr., Zach, Stacey, Kyle, Nicole, Kory, Jake, and great-grandmother of three. Daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Wilson. Sister of Harold Wilson and the late Ruby Cranley, Marjorie Moncreif, Olive Watson, Robert Wilson, and Billy Wilson. Special thanks to Dr. Beamish and all of the staff at Palliative Care. A private family service was held, with Interment in Highland Park Cemetery. Donations to the Children s Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family, and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
VANDERVEEN, Bernard
Peacefully, at home with his family by his side on June 27th, 2004, in his 76th year. Loving husband of Gerda for over 50 years. Proud father of Brenda (Bob) Buckingham, Sandra (Bob) Carss, Boyd (Caroline) Vanderveen, Gary (Anneke) Vanderveen. Opa will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Nicole, Rob, Tegan, Scott, Danielle, Jesslyn, Cale, Tate, Brant, Anneke-Madison and Charlotte. Survived by his sisters Lise and Antoinette. A special thank-you to Dr. Gopalan and the nurses from Durham Access to Care: Jean, Dori, Ruth and Helen for making Opa's last days comfortable. We will all remember Opa in our past and future memories of Kawagama Lake. In Bernard's memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
KIRKPATRICK, William (Kirk)
(Member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #133 in Cobourg). Peacefully at the Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg, on Saturday, June 26, 2004, in his 77th year. Kirk, loving father of Glen Kirkpatrick and his wife Valerie, and Colleen and her husband Allan Cowin, all of Windsor. Sadly missed by grandchildren Melissa, Zackary, Caley and Brenden. Brother of the late Edna, Margaret, Gladys and Jimmy, and predeceased by his best friend Jack. Dad will be fondly remembered by his trucking buddies. A special thank-you to Hazel, Jean, and neighbours Eustace and Lila for all their support. Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Tuesday, June 29, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, June 30, at 11:00 a.m., followed by fellowship and refreshments. Cremation. Donations in Kirk s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by his family. .)
RAWLINGS, Margaret Lillian
passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on June 25th, 2004 in her 87th year. Margaret Hepburn wife of the late Harold Rawlings and the late Leonard Gilbank. Mother of Robert (Bob) Gilbank and his wife Hazel of Hampton, Joyce Goodman and her husband Ross of Pontypool, Neil Gilbank and his wife Margaret of Bowmanville, Doris Chrysler and her husband Duane of Bobcaygeon and James (Jim) Gilbank and his wife Lisa of Alberta. Grandmother of 15 and great grandmother of 15. Predeceased by sister Elva Harris and brother Freeman Hepburn. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E. Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Monday June 28th at 2:30pm. Interment at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation Sunday 2-4pm & 7-9pm. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
ROBERTS, Richard S.
(Long-time land appraiser associated with Bowes & Cocks; Veteran of WWII Royal Artillery). Quietly and with dignity at the age of 85 on Friday, June 25, 2004, at Riverview Manor. Loving husband for 55 years of the late Jane of Peterborough (d.Dec. 23, 2003). Dear father of Marc and his wife Julie of London, Ontario; Sally and her husband Clare Collins of Ennismore; and Kim and his wife Anna of Beaverton. Proud Grandad of Sam, Ben, Cody, John, and Shane Roberts; Tyler, Emily (Mike), Travis, and Josh Collins; Alex, Cassie, Kyle, Tom, Seton, and Taura Roberts. Brother of Marguerite (Bunty) Harrison and her late husband Michael of Birkenhead, England. A special thank-you to Tiny (Walker) for being a special friend to Dad and to all of the staff of Riverview Manor for their compassionate care. Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Wednesday, June 30, from 1:00 p.m. until time of the Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. If so desired, donations in Richard s memory to Riverview Manor may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. .)
SIMPSON, Nola
passed away peacefully at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on June 25th, 2004. In her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Bert. Loving mother of Diane (Frank) Millman, Sharon (Albert) Millman, Peter and Gloria Simpson. Proud Gramma of Heather (Les) Juranyi, Pauline (Rich) Bradshaw, Wendy, Jason Millman, John and Crystal. Will be sadly missed by her great grandchildren MacKenzie and Phillip of whom she adored. Survived by her brothers Orval, Jack, Tim and Yeb. Predeceased by her sister Doris Banbury. In Nola's memory, donations may be made to the Uxbridge Baptist Church.
ARCHIBALD, Harvey Norman Alexander
Peacefully, on Thursday June 24th, 2004 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital with his family by his side. In his 86th year. Harvey, beloved husband of Edna. Dear father of Connie Pogue of Uxbridge, Ron (Penny) of Uxbridge and don (Anne-Marie) of Brampton. Loving Grandpa (Poppa) of Jennifer and Michael Pogue, Ryan and Kyle Archibald and Kerry and Jessica Archibald. Predeceased by his parents Cecile and Norman and his brother Lloyd. Harvey's journey as a life-long educator, which spanned 37 years, started at Violet Hill, Ontario continued as a principal of L'Amoreaux, then on to Northlea, Bessborough and Rolph Road Public Schools in Leaside and finally as a Master at London and Toronto Teachers' Colleges. A long-time and avid coach, fan and player of hockey and softball, he also enjoyed his time at the cottage and his many fishing trips to Alaska. Funeral Service was held on Monday, June 28th at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation or Charity of your choice in Harvey's memory.
