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BARKWELL, Orval Austin
On Thursday, June 24, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Bowmanville, at age 73. Orval Barkwell of Nestleton, beloved husband of Linny (nee Klyne). Loved father of Jennifer Shields (Paul), Chuck Barkwell (Carol), Jeff Barkwell (Lisa), Kathy Roznicki (Adam), Eddy Brush (Ainsley), and Steven Brush. Loving grandfather of Caitlin, Daniel, Ethan, Jay, Dylan, Lauren, Hailey, Ella, Jacob, Zachary, Shaylin, Tyler, Dylan, Alyssa and Mallorie. Dear son-in-law of Lawrence and Helen Klyne. The family of Orval Barkwell will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Sunday, June 27th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Monday, June 28th at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the C.N.I.B.
CAMPKIN-WATKINS, Aileen Joan (nee Kenzie)
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Thursday, June 24th, 2004 after a lengthy illness. In the presence of her loving children, Debbie, Cheryl, Brad and Brian. As a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her spirit was indominitable and inspirational to us all. Joanie will be sorely missed by Debbie (Mike, Lee, Katie and Brooke), Cheryl (Bill, Rachel, Christopher and Stuart), Brad (Izzy and Jeff), Brian (Lori, Megan, Julie and Kelly), Rick and Janet and family, and her constant companion Bogie. Predeceased by spouses, Lawrence Ford Campkin and Bob Watkins. Much gratitude to Dr. Daly and the oncology staff and volunteers of Lakeridge Health, Oshawa. Visitation will be held at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN LTD., 79 Baldwin Street,Brooklin Village from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. A Memorial Service will be held at Brooklin United Church, (Princess/Cassels Sts.) Brooklin Tuesday, June 29th at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer, c/o Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation P.O. Box 41474, STN BRM B Toronto, ON, M7Y 7E1 or www.endcancer.ca. Please use reference no. 44206-0. For further information call Memorial Chapel Brooklin Ltd., at 905-655-3662.
GUBB, Marian (nee Unsworth)
The family are sad to announce her passing on June 24, 2004 peacefully at Princess Margaret Hospital. Beloved wife of Bob, loving mother of Deanna and Karey, mother-in-law to Grant and Rob. Marian will be sadly missed by her mother Catherine, sister Anne Marie, brothers Gerald, Brian and Michael. She will be lovingly remembered as a very special lady to her many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. A Funeral Mass to Celebrate Marion's Life will be held on Monday, June 28, 2004 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Highland Creek Catholic Church, 200 Morrish Rd. (at Old Kingston Rd.).
ELKINGTON, Patricia Alice (nee Griffin)
Peacefully at Rouge Valley Ajax-Pickering Hospital on Thursday, June 24th, 2004. In her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving mother of Jennifer and her husband Robert Crawford (of Whitby), Andrew Elkington (of Oshawa), Marcia and her husband Michael Aurback (of Florida). Dear Grandmother of Barry and his wife Erin, Bryan, Geoffrey and Keena. Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, June 29th at 1:30 P.M. at ST. JOHN S ANGLICAN PORT ( 150 Victoria St. E. at Brock, Port Whitby). Memorial Donations to Durham Cancer Clinic and can be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234).
WISEMAN Desmond Dermott
At Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, ON, on Thursday June 24, 2004. Des, in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Kenny). Loving father of Cathy King and husband Gary of Courtice, ON, Eddy Wiseman and wife Teresa of Mississauga, ON and Barbie MacDonald and husband Lawrie of Thunder Bay, ON. Dear grandfather of Stephen King and wife Vikki, Brian King and wife Sherri, Michael King and partner Shannon; Jeff, Lisa and Samantha Wiseman; Erica (Jay), Brenda (B.J.), Jamie, John and Gini MacDonald; and great-grandfather of Tylar Held, Blake, Cple and Ashleigh King. Dear brother of Mary Coombs of Bedford, N.S., Jack Wiseman and wife Audrey of Corner Brook, N.F., Carmella Keller and husband Curt of Dartmouth, NS, Joan Wiseman of Bedford, NS, Joseph Wiseman and wife Gayle of Elmsdale, NS., predeceased by Kevin Wiseman and Teresa Wiseman. Loving son-in-law of Aileen Kenny of Corner Brook, NF. Fondly remembered by his sisters-in-law Betty Trepanier, Catherine Swearingen, Mary Noel and his brother-in-law Bill Kenny and their extended families. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Friday form 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers 7:30 p.m. Friday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the CHURCH OF ST. GREGORY THE GREAT, 194 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa on Saturday, June 26, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. Donations made in memory of Des to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
BELL Thelma Rose (nee Johns)
(Former employee of Marks & Spencer, Oshawa Centre, retiring in 1983) At Peterborough Regional Health Centre, on Wednesday, June 23, 2004. Thelma, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Ross Bell (1965). Beloved mother of Bernice Hartshorn and husband Stan. Cherished grandmother of Patrick Quinn and fiancee Sue Stewart, Carolyn Quinn and partner Shane McCarten, Maureen Quinn and partner Taras Renco, Michael Hartshorn, and Rob Smith and wife Lori. Great-grandmother to Sean and Dallas Quinn. Predeceased by her 4 brothers, Christopher, Walter, Harry and Arthur Johns. Fondly remembered and greatly missed by her nieces Eleanor Joyce and Nancy Oliver. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Friday, June 25, 2004 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. with cremation to follow. Donations made in memory of Thelma to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
BRUENE, Lucy Barbara Marie
Peacefully in her father's arms on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2004, in her 7th month, at the Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto. Cherished daughter of Julie and Michael. Dear granddaughter of Peter and the late Helen Stewart and Inge and Wilfried Bruene. Will be missed by her many aunts and uncles: Alex, Susan, Peter, Cathy, Theresa and Michael and their families. With thanks to her friends at the Hospital for Sick Children especially her nurses and respiratory therapists, fellows and support staff: Mike, Karen, Karla, Donna, Emma, Ross, Steve, Shawn, Wendy, Marg, Carolyn, Andrea, Leonard, Brandi, Kelly and the countless others who ensured Lucy's comfort and happiness. Special thanks to Dr. Peter Cox and the staff physicians in the Critical Care Unit. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, June 27th from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, June 28th at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations to the Hospital for Sick Children Foundation - Critical Care Unit would be appreciated.
HUANG, Li Ying
Peacefully on Wednesday June 23, 2004 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 90. Wife of the late Fai Chun Ma. Loving mother of Yik Chun Seto and her husband Kui-Jan Gordon Seto, and Wei Han Ma and his wife Hui Chun Ma. Lovingly remembered by her 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Friends may call at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Sunday June 27th from 3 - 5 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Monday June 28th at 11 a.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery, Oshawa. Officiating at the funeral service is Rev. Timothy Law.
JEFFERY, Herbert William
Aged 88 years (Active Volunteer with Meals on Wheels) (Retired Treasurer, Maracle Press Ltd.). Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday June 23rd, 2004. Beloved husband of the late Lila Jeffrey & of Mabel Jeffery for 11 years. Dear father of Candice & her husband Larry Gannon, Carol & her husband Mike Scott, Ron Jeffrey & his wife Bev. Loving step-father of Leslie Davies of Edmonton Alberta, Harold Davies & Donna Clark. He will be sadly missed by his 7 grandchildren & his 4 great-grandsons. Survived by his sister Beverly Speed. Funeral Service will be held at COLLEGE PARK SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, Oshawa, 1pm Monday June 28th 2004. Memorial donations may be made to SDA Community Services Centre.
KING, Betty Jo
Age 75 years - Peacefully at her home in Courtice on Wednesday June 23, 2004. Predeceased by her husband, Dr. A.E. King. Survived by her mother, Nelle Sowers. Loving mother of Gerald King (Edith); Sandra Thomas (David); Cindy Veness (Jeff); Rick King (Karen). Precious Nana and Grandma of Casey, Wendy, Jonathan, Aimee, Terri Lynn, Alex, Ricky, Stuart, Ryan, Mark and Justin. At Betty Jo's request a private family service will be held. Friends wishing to remember Betty Jo may attend a Visitation at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home on Saturday, June 26th from 3-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Kingsway College Worthy Student Fund or Juvenille Diabetes Foundation would be appreciated.
KOK, Helena (Leny)
Peacefully at her residence, with her family by her side on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2004. Helena (Leny) Kok, in her 71st year. Beloved wife of the late Dirk Kok. Dear mother of Rick Kok and his wife Ginny, Helen and her husband Steven Hunt and Paul Kok and his wife Linda. Loving Oma to Darren, Amanda, Breanna, Tyler, Emma and Matthew. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, June 27th from 7 9 P.M. and Monday, June 28th at from 12 Noon until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1:00 P.M. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Lakeridge Health-Oshawa Palliative Care would be appreciated.
LANG, Marion "Toots" (nee Kellar)
Peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday June 23, 2004 at the age of 78 at the Centennial Retirement Home. Marion is predeceased by her husband Norman "Cy" Lang and brothers Sonny and Harry. She leaves behind her son Ken and his wife Sara, grandchildren Jenny and Tim, her sister Mary and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be a family service at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens following cremation. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (905-433-4711).
QUESNEL, Jean-Noel (Johnny)
Passed peacefully on June 23, 2004. He was welcomed into heaven in his 76th year after a two year battle with cancer. He will be remembered by his loving wife Barbara (nee Jackson) of 51 years. Sons Philippe (wife Susan), Dennis and daughter Merna (husband John), grandchildren Lisa, Jeffrey, Mark, Darren and Katie. He is survived by his sisters Annette Lemire, Denise Emard (husband Robert) and sister-in-law Bernadette Quesnel, predeceased by his brother Raymond, sisters Rita, Jeanne and Fern. Visitation and funeral service on Monday June 28th from 1-3p.m. at Uxbridge Free Methodist Church, 81 Reach Street, Uxbridge, ON. followed by funeral service. Memorial donations can be made to The Cancer Society, Heart & Lung Foundation or the Covenant House (Street Kids).
SAWDON, Margaret Eleanor (nee Simpson)
After a courageous battle with cancer with her family at her side, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday June 23, 2004. Lovingly remembered by her husband James of 54 years. Loved mother of Ken and Germaine, Russell and Mary, Janice Ball and Ross, Judy Cobierski and Mike, Heather Shore and Bob, and Isabella Silvestre and Mario. Loving grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of 8. Margaret was predeceased by her parents Eldon and Mildred Simpson (nee Fowler), her sister Verna McCoy, and brother Jimmie. Mrs Sawdon will be resting at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel for visiting Friday from 11am to 1:30pm. Complete Service in the chapel Friday 1:30pm followed by cremation. In memoriam donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in the memory of Margaret Sawdon.
ELLIOTT, Jimmy Robert
In loving memory of our son who passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2004. Long-time employee of CIBC (Toronto). Sadly missed by his Mom and Dad, Alice and Bob; children Amanda and Christopher; brother Ed and his wife Robin; nephews Mathew Gorlick, Matt, and Chris; mother-in-law Cecilia Pinette; aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road (at River Rd. S), Peterborough, on Thursday from 7-9 p.m., with a funeral service in the Highland Park Chapel on Friday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Little Lake Cemetery, Peterborough. Donations in Jimmy s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. .)
HERN, George Wesley
Peacefully, after a long illness, on Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 85. George Hern of Port Perry, beloved husband of Eileen (nee Manning). Loving father of Douglas Hern and his wife Patricia of Little Britain. Loved grandfather of Allan and Breanna. Dear brother of Isobel Wilson and her husband Donald of Brooklin. The family of George Hern will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Friday, June 25th from 10 - 11 a.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Pastor Olga McKellar officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society.
MORRISION, Wm. J. (Bill)
(35 Years with General Motors). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather. He is remembered by his Mother, Bernice, his Wife, Grace, and his Daughters, Karen (Ken), Kathy (Jim), and Shelley (Terry). Grandfather to Tina, Darrick, Brad, Adam, Travis and Jeremy. Great Grandfather to Mitchell and Brendan. Bill was a special friend to Grace's Children and Grandchildren. A 'Celebration of Life' will be held on Thursday, June 24 at 2:00pm at the Moose Lodge, Lindsay, Ontario. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Liver Research would be appreciated by the Family.
ALDRED, J. Cameron
Peacefully, after a short illness, on Monday, June 21, 2004, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 79. Cam Aldred of Scugog Island, beloved husband of Joan (nee Pearson). Loved father of Pat and her husband Terry Adderley of Port Perry, Bob Aldred (deceased), Ruth and her husband Bill Beare of Scugog Island, and Jim Aldred and Julie Klein of Scugog Island. Loving grandfather of Sean, Robin, Jennifer, Lauri-Ann, Kimberly, Dawn and Lee and great-grandfather of Jacob, Thomas, and Caitlin. Dear twin brother of Doug Aldred of Port Perry and brother-in-law of Evelyn Broadbent of Oshawa. The family of Cam Aldred will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, ''McDermott-Panabaker Chapel'', 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Wednesday, June 23rd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, June 24th at 11 a.m. with Reverend Frazer Lacey officiating. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Lakeridge Health/Port Perry Auxiliary, the Scugog Island United Church Memorial Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society.
DOAK, Glenwood D.
(Retiree of Pickering Transit) Peacefully at Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax, on Monday June 21, 2004 after a lengthy illness. Glen, beloved husband of Elizabeth (Betty). Loving father of Duane and his wife Dularie, Dale and his wife Jane, Richard and his wife Cheryl, Cheryl and her husband Bill Svarich, and Darryl and his wife Karen. Cherished Grampy of Kami, Matthew, Christine, Andrea, Katrina, Richard Jr., Jennifer, Amanda, Sharon, Jeffrey, Ryan, Melissa, Michael, Scott, Rebecca and Carrie-Anne. Dear brother of Raymond Alexander Doak, Charles George Doak, Alamaida N. Payne, and Marlene O'Niell. Funeral service was held on Wednesday June 23, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
HULL, Alexander ''Alex''
passed away peacefully, on June 21, 2004, at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, in his 65th year. Dearly loved husband of Florence ''Florrie''. Loving dad of daughter Tracey, son-in-law Del, and son Warren. He will be greatly missed by granddaughters Alexis and Logan, ''Granda's girls''. He is survived by his loving sister Bell and brother-in-law Billy. Alex will be greatly missed by friends and family, both here and in Northern Ireland. Funeral Service will be held at Amberlea Presbyterian Church (1820 Whites Rd., Pickering) on Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, Cancer Centre.
RAYMOND, Clifford
(WWII R.C. Navy Veteran) passed away peacefully at his home in Oshawa on Monday June 21, 2004 at the age of 87. Cliff, beloved husband of Nellie. Loving father of Linda and her husband Martin, Michael and Barbara. Fondly remembered by his 6 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. A Private Family Service was held on Friday June 25, 2004. Cremation followed by burial at Thornton Cemetery, Oshawa. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. The family wish to express their gratitude to P.C. Cameron Shields and P.C. Barry Easton for their kindness during this difficult moment.
SAVOIE, Paul
At Lakeridge Health Corp., Oshawa on Monday June 21st, 2004. Paul Savoie at 54 years of age. Beloved son of the late Al and Rita Land ry. Loving brother of Emery Landry (predeceased), Alcide and Olga Landry, Florine and the late Bill Selleck, Dianne and Benjie Leblanc, Theresa and Doug Foreman, Ronnie Landry, Evangeline and Raymond Pickett, Annette Demers and Edgar and Shelley Landry. Lovingly remembered by his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nephew, cousins and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday, June 26th, at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 7-9 p.m.
