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PLEAU, Russell Joseph
(Veteran of WWII, Serving with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders; Retired from the City of Oshawa Parks Department). Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, with his immediate family by his side, on Thursday, June 17, 2004, in his 83rd year. Russell will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 61 years, Margaret (nee Dalby), and son Wayne and his wife Emily of Hampton. Devoted PaPa to his grandchildren, Danielle and her husband Gary Lakin, Jason and his fiancee Andree and great-grandchildren Scotty and Chloe Lakin. Predeceased by his parents Bertha and Louis Pleau and brothers Louis and Raymond. Also survived by his sister Doreen and her husband Fred Hirschfeld of Sherbrooke, N.S., and many other family and friends. Relative and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday from 2 -4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Monday, June 21, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Interment. Donations made in memory of Russell to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Lund Association would be appreciated.
SCHOFIELD, Gertrude
passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, June 17, 2004, in her 97th year. Dearly beloved wife of Norman. Loving mother of Joan and her husband Barrie, Jill and her husband Ed. Beloved grandmother of David (Helen), Greg (Mandy), Gordon, Michael, Jeffrey (Marie) and Lisa (Dave). Great-grandmother of Jasmin. Many thanks to Durham Access to Care. Cremation. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.
JEFFREY, Ivan Rodd
After a short illness, on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa, at age 54. Ivan Jeffrey of Scugog Island, beloved husband of Heather (nee Demara). Loved father of Scott, Sean and Shane. Dear brother of Bonnie and her husband Bill Bell, and Bill Jeffrey and his wife Linda. Ivan will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. The family of Ivan Jeffrey will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Friday, June 18th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, June 19th at 2 p.m. with Reverend Frazer Lacey officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Kidney Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
METROPOLYT, Mary (Moroz) (nee Mokry)
passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Hillsdale Estates on Wednesday June 16, 2004. Mary was 7 days short of her 101st birthday. Born on June 23, 1903 in Tulukive Ukraine, she was the daughter of the late Lena & Joseph Mokry. Beloved wife of the late George Metropolyt (1960) who she married in 1926 in Iroquois Falls. Loving mother of Anne & her husband Alex Pankiw and mother in law to Sally Metropolyt. Predeceased by her son John in 2002. Grandmother to Alex & Kathy Pankiw, Angela & Dale Rogers, Lori, John & Micheline Metropolyt, and great grandmother to Rebekah, Sara & Mathew Rodgers, Jessica Metropolyt plus one in August. Special thanks to staff of the 2nd floor South Building of Hillsdale Manor for their excellent care and compassion. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, on Sunday June 20th, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A private family Interment will take place. Memorial donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
NAGEY, Nina
passed away suddenly at Ajax-Pickering Hospital on Wednesday June 16, 2004, at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Albert Stephen Nagey. Dear mother of Peter (Patricia), Veronica (Walter) Hodgson, and Catherine (Rick) Rolstin. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Marna, Michael, Cara, Rachelle, Nicole, Stephanie, and Jonathon, and great grandchildren Ashley & Jessica. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with Mass of Christian Burial in the Church of St. Gregory the Great on Monday June 21, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Sunday at 8 pm. Memorial donations to the Durham Family YWCA Community Fund would be appreciated. Visitation Saturday 7-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
SEATON, Muriel Elsie
Peacefully, on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 81. Muriel (nee Buick), beloved wife of Richard Seaton for 64 years. Loved mother of Brian (Sherri), Brent (Lynda), Deborah, and Patricia. Muriel will be lovingly remembered by her 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Edith Wright and the late Donna Buick and Helen Watkins. The family of Muriel Seaton 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 12 - 1 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 1 p.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Charity of your choice.
VEINOTTE, Ronald
On Wednesday, June 16, 2004, at the Community Nursing Home, Pickering. Ronald, beloved husband of Rachel. Dear father and father-in-law of Don and his wife Christine. Dear father of Perry and Linda. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Jason and his wife Margaret, Kerri and her husband Don and great-grandchildren Hannah, Erin, Curtis, Taylor and Victoria. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at 1 p.m. from The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre. Visitation 1 hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would by appreciated.
CLARK, Olive
Founding member of Local 222 CAW, Lifetime member of Family Auxiliary #27 (Local 222, CAW), Long time resident of College Hill). passed away at the Rouge Valley Health System, Ajax on Tuesday June 15, 2004 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Percival Douglass Clark. Loving mother of Robert and his wife June, Joan Francis, Barbara Todd, Brenda and her husband Richard McLean, and Tom and his wife Debbie. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren April, Scott, Lee Anne, Tracy, Clark, Kelly, Gregory, Kristen, Kevin, Megan, Allyson and Darcy. Sadly missed by her 9 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her brother Douglas Clark. Dearly remembered by many extended family and friends. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice 905-432-8484 (4th set of lights east of Townline Rd.) with complete Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday June 19 at 2 p.m. The family of Olive will receive friends on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Denise House would be appreciated.
COLES, Fay
On Tuesday June 15, 2004 at Peterborough Regional Health Centre Palliative Care Unit, with her family by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Fay Oatway in her 71st year, will never be forgotten and always missed by her husband of 50 years Harold Alton Coles, daughter Karen & her husband Richard Burtch, son Douglas, daughter Darlene & her husband Mike White, and son the late Paul. A wonderful Nan to Ryan, Jennifer, Dean, Cple, and great grandchildren Kendra & Hayden. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with funeral service in the Chapel on Friday June 18, 2004 at 1 p.m. Interment Oshawa Union Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Multiple Myeloma Society would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
KLUS, Michael Paul
After a full and happy life, on Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre, at age 74. Beloved husband of Jeanette (nee Wawzonek) of Port Perry and formerly of Mattawa. Loving father of Mark Klus and his wife Tish of Philadelphia, Lori Klus of Port Perry, Karen and her husband Jonathon Nicholls of Toronto, Tymanski Klus and his wife Yasemin of Istanbul. Loved "Dziadziu" of Molly. Dear brother of Benny Klus (deceased), Lillian Voss, Chester Klus, John Klus and Orla Derus. The family of Michael Klus will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Friday, June 18th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1710 Scugog Street, Port Perry, on Saturday, June 19th at 10:30 a.m. with Father Peter Lackmanec officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Peterborough Regional Health Centre ICU.
MATTHEWS, Raymond Alan
Suddenly on Tuesday June 15, 2005 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 72. Ray Matthews, beloved husband of Pamila (nee Pacy) of Port Perry. Loving father of Delphine and her husband Robert Brown of Port Perry, Nita and her husband John Rydzic of Pontypool, and Dean Matthews and his wife Lynn of Bowmanville. Will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Rob and Crystal, Chadd, Shannon and Steve, Cheryl and Brett, Brad, Jason, and Arianne. Great grandfather of Makayla, Madison, Hudson and Kirsten. The family of Ray Matthews will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Wednesday June 16 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the Anglican Church of Ascension, 266 North Street, Port Perry, on Thursday June 17, 2004 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Brent Stiller officiating. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Hospital for Sick Children Foundation or the Charity of your choice.
NEWELL, Evelyn
(Member of the John Street Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre and the Whitby Senior Citizens Centre). At Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Tuesday June 15th, 2004, Evelyn Newell in her 85th year. Loving mother of Dawne Hoogkamer and her husband Ted and Cy Newell and his wife Lynn. Lovingly rememebered by her grandchildren Tyler and Casey Newell and Suzi Hoogkamer. Evelyn is predeceased by her sisters Helen MacDonald and Audrey Armstrong and by her brother Gerald MacDonnell. She will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Evelyn loved her music, her dancing, her dolls and her dogs. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday June 19th at 1 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
PAULL, Bessie (nee Foster )
Born September 10, 1908, Bessie passed away with grace and dignity on Tuesday June 15, 2004 in her 96th year after a brave battle with cancer. Beloved wife of the late William John Paull. Loving mother of Bruce and his wife Shirley. Much loved grandmother to Larry and his wife Susan, and Judy (MacLeod) and her husband Ken. Sadly missed by her six great-grandchildren: Matthew, Stephanie, and Melanie (Paull) and Ian, Jessica and Jenna (MacLeod). Survived by her sister Susie Chatsworthy and her husband Steve (of Somerset, England) and her many nieces and nephews in the UK. Dear Godmother to Donna Payne, and Lynn-Anne Byrne. Bessie was a longtime active member of the South Pickering Senior Citizen's Club and last of its' six original members who founded the club, holding its first meetings in their homes. Bessie was an avid bingo player, loved to play cards, especially with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was a great knitter, knitting many pairs of slippers for many club fund raising functions. Many thanks to her good friends at St. Martin's Senior s Complex. Thanks also to the doctors, nurses and staff at Sunnybrook Cancer Clinic, and Centenary Health Centre, and the Palliative Care Team at Bridgepoint Health Centre. The family will receive friends at McEachnie Funeral Home from 1-4 and 6-8 pm on Thursday. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday June 18, 2004 at 11:00 am. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
PERKS, Charles Thomas
(29 year employee of G.M.C.). Peacefully with his family by his side at Lakeridge Health-Bowmanville on Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 at the age of 53. Devoted husband of Deborah (nee Noonan) for 29 years. Loving father of Shannon and Regan. Survived by his parents Robert and Cynthia Perks. Brother of Wendy Johnson and Gordon Perks and his wife Deborah. Son-in-law of Phyllis Noonan and the late James. Brother-in-law of Peter and Mary Jane Noonan, Christine, Stephen and Rencee Noonan. Fondly remembered by Courtney and Allison Perks, Lee, Paul and Jay Johnson, Lisa, Justine, Brittany, Alyssa, Mariah and Conor Noonan. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, June 17th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, June 18th (time to be confirmed). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to Lakeridge Health-Bowmanville Complex Continuing Care or Oshawa/Clarington Association for Community Living Learning Centre.
TOWNS, Harry
Peacefully went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa. Harry, in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Monroe) of 47 years. Loving father of Randy and his wife Jill of Castleton, Glenn and his wife Janet and Darla and her husband Stephen Searle all of Oshawa. Proud Grandpa of Joshua, Elaine and Stuart. Predeceased by his parents Arnott and Beryl Towns, his brothers Jack and Arnold and sister Violet Russell. Special thanks to Maurice Johnston, John Orton, his church family and the nursing staff at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa for their tender care and thoughtfulness. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, June 19th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held at COMMUNITY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH (416 Taunton Rd. W., Oshawa) on Saturday, June 19th at 11:00 A.M. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Community Pentecostal Church Building Fund, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
DENNIS, Vera Hazel (nee Hartwick)
Peacefully in her sleep at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility on Monday, June 14, 2004, in her 86th year. Loving Mom of Helen and her husband John Sinclair of Newcastle and Joe Dennis of Vancouver. Special and loving Nan to Cindy and her husband Dwight Searle of Newcastle, Sandy and her husband Dale Millson of Newtonville, and Frank and his wife Teresa Dennis of Kendal. Very special Great-nan to Nicole, Melissa, Kyle, Tanner, Dayna, Dylan, and Hayley. Daughter of the late Arthur and Edna Hartwick. Sister to Verna Gatt, Jack, Frank, and Bert Hartwick, Dot and Bill Wright, and sister-in-law Faye. Predeceased by Harry, George, and Earl Hartwick. Missed by many nieces and nephews. At Vera s request, cremation will take place followed by a private family service at a later date. Special thanks to Dr. Jefferson and the staff of Foster brooke for their compassionate care. Donations to the Alive Program of Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility (Palliative Care), or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, (905) 987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. .)
HAWKINS, William
(Retired after 37 years - Continental Can.) At the Rouge Valley Health Centre - Ajax Site on Monday, June 14, 2004. Bill was the loving husband for 53 years to Faith. A wonderful father to Eleanor (Dale Fancey), Douglas (Rose) and Roy. Cherished Poppy to Bryan, Kevan, Sean and Jason. Dear brother to Edward, Charles and Eleanor. Loving brother-in-law to Mae Hawkins. At Bill's request there will be no funeral service. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
HILSON, Audrey
Aged 89 years - At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday June 14th, 2004. Beloved wife of the late George S. Hilson. Dear sister of Aura & her husband Cliff Trewin, Vivian & her husband Neil Britton. Sister-in-law of Vera Prout, Lorraine Prout, & Em Bryson. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Maurice Prout & Allan Prout. Visitation will be held at The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home on Saturday June 19th from 12pm until time of Memorial Service at 1p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Trinity United Church.
KARGUL, Rozalja (Rose) nee Smagala
Peacefully on Monday June 14, 2004 in her 98th year. Predeceased by her husband Ignacy. Survived by her daughters Mary Lasek & her husband Joseph, and Helen Trypuc & the late Bronek. Babcia to Richard Lasek, Linda Leszczunski & her husband George and the late John Lasek. Babcia to Joann Trypuc, Raymond Trypuc & his wife Joanne and the late Val Trypuc. Prababcia to Vanessa, Melissa, Serena Leszczynski and Mark, Gregory, and Brianna Trypuc. Survived by many nieces & nephews & their families. Rose is the pioneer of the Polish Alliance Hall Branch 21, Member of St. Hedwig's Church Rosary & Ladies Society and Polish Ladies Veterans Auxillary. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Hedwig's Roman Catholic Church on Saturday June 19, 2004 at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Friday at 7 p.m. If desired, memorial donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 2 -4 & 7-9 p.m.
RAYBOULD, Larry
passed away at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Monday, June 14, 2004, in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Waddingham). Loving father of Lori Raybould Sweet (Larry) of Odessa and Greg Raybould of Oshawa. Devoted grandfather of Kendra and Taylor Sweet. Loved brother of Bonnie (Bill), California, Leona (Bill), Stouffville, Lynda (Tim), Trenton and Jeannine, Wolfe Island. Family and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held in the chapel on Friday, June 18, 2004 at 11 a.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a Charity of choice.
SHOLEA, Edward Bruce
Tragically as the result of an accident at his workplace on Monday June 14, 2004 at the age of 47 years. Ed Sholea of Georgina, beloved husband of Karen (nee Mahood). Loving father of Michelle, Rebecca, John and Tanya and grandfather of Tiffany and Sara Lynn. Beloved son of Jack Sholea of Pickering and Edna Sholea of Arnprior and grandson of Jean Sholea. Dear brother of Heather Lohmann (Ron) of Oshawa, Russell Sholea (Susi) of Sutton, Patricia Sholea (Bill) of North Bay, David Sholea (Kelly) of Arnprior, Jane Swain (David) of Arnprior and Robert Sholea (Shelley) of Renfrew. Dear uncle of Matthew, Sarah, Jared, Sabrina, Len, Paul, Angela, Daniel, Shawn, Christopher, Jamie and Amber. Visitation was held at the Taylor Funeral Home, Sutton, from 4-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service was held in the chapel Friday at 1:30 p.m. Cremation followed.
WALTON, David Sr.
passed away peacefully at the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax Site, on Monday, June 14, 2004, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Mary Jane (Jean) Walton. Loving father of Ken and his wife Nicky, daughter-in-law Anne and the late David Walton Jr. Cherished grandfather of Kimberly, Jennifer, Melissa and Christopher. Great-grandfather of Julia. David will be dearly missed by his many family and friends here and abroad. The family wish to thank the doctors and nurses at the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax Site, for their compassionate care. Friends will be received at the McEachnie Funeral Home from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, June 17, 2004 at 1:00 p.m.
