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BANNER, Jean Maxine (nee Raines)
Due to Cancer on Tuesday August 31, 2004 at 79 years of age, with two of her daughters holding her hands, passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa. Her memory will be cherished and loved by her son Terry Fudge and his wife Nancy of Hastings, her daughters Barbara Peric and her husband Marino of Burlington, and Cindy Ceranowicz and her husband Edward of Courtice, her grandchildren Marino Peric (Stephanie), Cynthia Obrovac (Rob), Wendy White, James Fudge (Michelle), James Ceranowicz (Heather), and Teresa Ceranowicz, by her 10 great grandchildren and predeceased by her great grandson Dalton Fudge. Jean is predeceased by her husbands James Fudge and Frederick Banner. Jean's family would like to thank the Oncology staff, doctors, nurses and Palliative Care for their professional and compassionate care. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Friday September 3 at 2:00 p.m. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. Memorial donations to the Oncology Department at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa would be greatly appreciated. Family will receive visitors Friday from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
MINDEL, Gertrude (Trudy)
passed away at the Community Nursing Home in Port Perry on Tuesday August 31, 2004 in her 90th year. Trudy Mindel wife of the late Arthur Mindel. Loving mother of Gerald and his wife Dianne Mindel and Dagmar and her husband Wayne King. Dear grandmother of Marcelus (Megan) and Julian Mindel and William (Erin) and Richard (Heather ) King and great grandmother of Hailey and Owen King. A private family graveside service was held. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
RICHTER, Donna Jean (nee Kennedy)
passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 31, 2004, in her 51st year, at Northumberland Hills Hospital, with her husband and sons by her side, after accepting the heroic challenge of brain tumour.
Donna was the loving wife and best friend of Marty for over 27 years, and much loved mother of Jamie, Brent and Paul. Daughter of Marion Jean and the late Jack Nielson Kennedy of Cobourg. Dear sister of Russell Kennedy of Cobourg, Dale and her husband Bill Clarke of Bolton, twin sister Diane and her husband Mike McCarter of Eden Mills; and sister-in-law of Paul and Joyce Richter of Oakville and Terry Richter of Toronto. Donna will also be sadly missed by her nieces Danielle, Melissa and Michelle Kennedy of Cobourg, Jennifer Tse (Clarke) of Toronto, Ashley Barr of Toronto, Julie King (Richter) of Burlington, Alicia Richter of Oakville and nephews Jeffery Clark of Vancouver, Andrew, Mike and Graham Barr of Toronto, Luke, Scott, and Reid McCarter of Eden Mills, and many friends and neighbours. Donna s generous spirit and giving nature endeared her to all who met her. Her passion for life, family sports, and various hobbies was boundless. Donna displayed great courage and strength in dealing with condition and consequences. She will be greatly missed for her love and wise counsel. We thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Northumberland Hills Hospital for striving to allow her the peaceful passing we all hoped and prayed for. Special thanks also to the many other (health care professionals and spiritual healers), who comforted and offered us hope. To keep Donna s memory alive for years to come, in lieu of flowers and in tune with Donna s generous nature, the family would greatly appreciate kind donations to the Donna Jean Richter Memorial Award. Donations can be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME (1-877-987-3964), as well as in person at Donna s Celebration of Life, or directly to: The Donna Jean Richter Memorial Award, c/o Anne Wilshire, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, 6100 Leslie St, Toronto, ON, M2H 3J1. Memorial Website can be found at: www.dynamicsolutions.ca/donnarichter
SLICHTER, Maurice Maxwell
(1913-2004). Maurice Maxwell Slichter of Whitby, Ontario passed away peacefully at Oakville-Trafalgar Hospital on Tuesday, August 31, 2004 in his 91st year. Loving husband of 57 years to Lorna (Wood). Maurice will be forever remembered by his children; Jo Anne and her husband Ronald Young of Burlington; and David and his wife Diane of Kitchener. He remains a beloved Pappa to his grandchildren Laura, and KevinYoung and Nathan and Adrienne Slichter. Maurice was the youngest of a family of seven. He is predeceased by Frank, Harold, Lloyd, Grace (Wing), Ruth (Fisher) and Jack. He is survived by his sisters-in-law, Ruth White (Oshawa), Erma Wood (Whitby), Isabelle McCullough (Whitby) and Jessie Slichter (Stratford). Maurice was born and raised in Toronto. He was a florist in the town of Whitby (Slichter s Florist) for 20 years. He returned to teaching in 1959 and earned his B. A. from the University of Toronto in 1963. He taught at St. Andrew s Senior School in Ajax and Pickering High School until his retirement in 1979. To Maurice, Physics is wonderful and he tried to impart this enthusiasm to his students. Maurice was active in the community. He was a 60 year member of the Whitby Masons and served as Worshipful Master. He served in the Whitby Rotary Club for many years and was a member of St. Mark s United Church choir. He served as a pilot officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II and was a Cadet Instructor. Maurice will always be remembered as a fine gentleman with a wonderful sense of humour. He possessed a gentle spirit and an amazing ability to touch peoples lives, always willing to open his heart and lend a hand to a friend in need. Family will receive friends at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St., Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, September 9th from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. A celebration of his life will take place in the Chapel on Friday, September 10th at 11:00 am. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
WALKER Albert Robert
(Retired 40 year employee of General Motors of Canada; Longtime member of Albert Street United Church) Died peacefully, at Lakeridge health Corp. Oshawa on Tuesday, August 31, 2004, Albert, in his 90th year. Dearly beloved husband of Leona (McCann) for 57 years. Loving father of Janice Allard and her late husband Larry, Judy and her husband George Nickerson. Fondly remembered by his grandsons Robert Allard and fianc e Angela, Jamie Nickerson and fianc e Linda, Derek Nickerson and great-grandchildren Evan and Ashley. Predeceased by his brother Arthur Walker. Funeral Service was held on Thursday, September 2, 2004. If desired, donations made in memory of Albert to the Oshawa General Hospital Foundation - Cancer Care or the Kidney Foundation and may be made through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558)
DUFF-GORDON Gilbert
passed away at his residence on Monday August 30th, 2004 in his 78th year. Dearly loved husband of Helen. Much loved father of Neil and his wife Sheena, Carolyn and her husband Ross Kittle, Scott, Mark and his wife Heather, and Brent and his wife Teresa. Grandfather of Christopher, Nicole, Krista, Tom, Justine, Meghan, Lucas, Brandan, Alex, Brock and Cody. Great Grandfather of Haley, Taylor, Kristin, Christopher and Ian. Survived by his sisters Jean and Doris. Predeceased by his brother Raymond and sister Phyllis. Remembered by Jean, Murray and Jerry. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village from 1:00 p.m. Wednesday with Funeral Service to follow in the chapel Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at GROVESIDE Cemetery. If desired memorial donations to Myrtle United Church would be appreciated by the family.
POWERS, William Leo (Bill)
Peacefully, at Thorntonview Long Term Care, Oshawa on Monday, August 30th, 2004, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Shirley (nee Dafoe) for 55 years. Dear father of Patti and her husband Wayne Kewin and John and his wife Verna. Papa to Stacey and her husband Wayne Daigle, David Kewin (Susan Marshall); Amanda and Ashley Powers. Dear brother of Bette and her husband Roy Trudeau and Ted Powers and his wife Teresa. Predeceased by his brother Bob. Dear brother-in-law of Eleanor Powers, Marlene Dafoe and John Walsh. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, September 1st from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST GERTRUDE S CATHOLIC CHURCH (690 King St. E., Oshawa) on Thursday, September 2nd. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Parkinson Foundation would be appreciated.
SKINNER, Ivy
Peacefully entered into her Lord's presence at Scarborough Centenary Hospital on Monday, August 30th, 2004, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Clifford Skinner. Loving mother of Darlene (Ken) Strickland. Dearest grandmother of Tim (Carol), Scott (Kristina), Mark (Wendy), Jennifer Taylor (Ken) and great-grandmother of Jacob and Josh. Survived by sisters Grace Thompson, Laura Ashton and predeceased by five brothers and four sisters. In Ivy's memory, donations may be made to the Crossway Bible Church or to the People's Church.
BENTLEY, Elmor Ernest
passed away Sunday, August 29th, 2004 at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Edna (Green) for 62 years. Loving father to the late Allan (late Linda), and Sharon. Beloved grandfather to James (Kailla), Lori and Lisa (Travis). Great grandfather to Zachery. Dear brother of the late Willmot (Alma), the late Mervyn (late Velma), Dewitt (Norene), the late Carl, the late James (Dorothy), the late Dorothy (Fred). Will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews and friends. Elmor worked for the Stouffville Co-op for over 25 years. He was a member of the Independent Order of Oddfellows and the Uxbridge Seniors Curling Club. Elmor's passion for the past 26 years was the pursuit of the Bentley family history. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital would be appreciated.
DZIKEWICZ, Peter
At Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Sunday, August 29th, 2004, Peter Dzikewicz in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of the late Maria Dzikewicz. Loving father of Daniel and Glenda, and Taras and Lisa. Dear brother of Halyna Kolosowska of Ukraine and brother-in-law of Luba Ruda of Hamilton. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Tamara, Kassandra, Melissa, Tiffany, Samantha, Nicole, Lorissa, Evan, Hailey, Blake and by his great-grandchild Shaina. He will be sadly missed by his nieces Ola and Marika in Ukraine and his cousins Bill (Joyce), Irene, Bob (Aileen), and Zen. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial from St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church on Thursday, September 2 at 10 a.m. Interment St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Cemetery. Panachyda will be held at the funeral home Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Memorial donations to St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church, the Ukrainian organization of your choice or the Oncology Department at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
McCALDEN, Kenneth Bruce
(28 Year Employee of Chrysler Canada, Official of Local 1090 UAW, CAW, 36 year Treasurer of Auto Workers, Ajax Credit Union). After a brief battle with cancer at Lakeridge Bowmanville on Sunday, August 29th, 2004 at the age of 71. Beloved husband and friend of Elva (nee Luke) for 48 years. Loving father of Joanne (Clarence) MacPherson of Whitby and David of Bowmanville. Devoted ''Grampy'' to Ken and Meghan MacPherson. Dear brother of David (Marie) of Toronto. Predeceased by his parents Agnes and David McCalden. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE ''Thornton Chapel'', 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, August 31st 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held at Westminster United Church (1850 Rossland Road E., Whitby) on Wednesday, September 1st, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby. Donations may be made to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada or Canadian Cancer Society.
MISCHKOFSKY, Lilli
After a long and courageous battle with cancer at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility on Sunday August 29th 2004. Lilli Mischkofsky in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Herbert Mischkofsky. Loving mother of Evelyn Faubert. Lovingly remembered by many relatives and friends. Special thanks to the caring staff at Foster brooke Long Term Care Facility. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice L1E 2R7 (905-432-8484). In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
NOBLE (Phalen) Judy Earlyne-
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Judy at the age of 61. She is survived by her loving husband Arnold, with whom she enjoyed almost 44 years of marriage, her 3 devoted daughters, Sheila, Brenda (Chris), Marilyn, and her son-in-law Don. Judy was the proud and doting Grandma to her 5 unique grandchildren; Brad, Greg, Laura, Jonathan, and Nicholas. Other family members she leaves behind are her brothers Jim (Janette), Pete (Linda), Perry (Rosemarie) and Ted (Betty Ann), her brother-in-law Art and sister-in-law Kathy, her uncles Tom and Pat (Lilli), many cousins, nieces and nephews, and she will be fondly remembered by her long time friends Harold and Dell, Judy and Joyce. Judy was predeceased by her 2 precious infant sons, Arnold and James, her dear mother Lillian, sister Audrey and brother Joe. Judy loved all her family deeply, with a fierce and protective love, and this love was returned to her abundantly. She was cherished by all and will be sadly missed. Judy had a career with the Becker Milk Co. for over 20 years. She thoroughly enjoyed her position as manager at the store on Simcoe St. N. She was a very hard worker and thrived at her job. Throughout her life Judy suffered many heartaches and illness'. She faced each one bravely and with determination. She had a strong faith in the Lord which helped her cope with these trying circumstances. For the past 3 years she struggled valiantly with breast cancer. Her tired spirit is now at rest. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Wednesday September 1, 2004 from 1p.m. until the time of service in the chapel at 2p.m. Donations can be made to the Oshawa General Hospital Foundation - Durham Region Cancer Centre or the Canadian Diabetes Association, if desired.
SHAW, Kenneth Graham "Ken"
Peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday August 29th, 2004, aged 74 years. Predeceased by his first wife Avis Mae Shaw. Beloved husband of Lillian. Loving father of Kathy Cousins (Don), and stepfather of Stephen Welsh (Penny), Gary Welsh (Joann), Randy Welsh (Cathy), Wanda Smith (Steven). Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Tammy, Jeremy, Kathleen, Jason, Christine, Jason, Cyndi, Jennifer, James, Jason, Josh, Jeannette, Wendy and by his great grandchildren Madelyn, Coleton, Zachary, Zoe, Kyle, Tyler, MacKenzie, Landon and Logan. Ken will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews and friends. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Wednesday September 1st, 2004, at 1:00 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday.
BROWELL, William
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday, August 28, 2004 in his 91st year. Bill, beloved husband of the late Frances Browell. Loving father of the late Frances Yarrow. Dear grandfather of Gloria Foskett and her husband Guy, Stephen Yarrow and his wife Sharan, Michael Yarrow, Mark Yarrow and his wife Mae and 8 great-grandchildren. Bill was a joy to his friends at Strathaven Retirement Residence. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated.
CARLIN, Neil
Suddenly, at home on Saturday, August 28th, 2004, in his 60th year. Beloved husband of the late Rose. Dear brother of Donna Gardner, Joan (Joseph) Truhubiak and Sandra (Gary) Donkers. Predeceased by brother Leonard. Fondly remembered by George Paisley and his family. In memory of Neil, donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
PARSONS, Charles Arthuree "Art"
February 26, 1932 - August 28, 2004. Peacefully at his home in Oshawa, surrounded by his loving family. Art is survived by his loving wife Noriene. Much loved father of rick Parsons and his wife Olga, Linda Lepine, Gary Parsons and his wife Judi, Terry Parsons and his wife Cathy, Mike Parsons, and Kevin Parsons. Loved grandfather of Lisa Mubs (Steve), Cheri Kadivnih (Steve), Karen Paipa ( Nathaniel), Tracy Parsons, Donna Lepine, Scott Parsons (Dianna), Great Grandfather of Alexis and Avery Parsons. Dear brother of donald Parsons, (Mary) Bowmanville, June Marchant, Bowmanville, Kathleen Casperson (Fleming), Hamilton, and Shirley-Ann Salter (Nelson), California. Art will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his large loving family and many dear friends whose lives have been forever touched by his courage and strength. A memorial service will be held on Saturday September 4th, at 1;m at Kindom Hall, 1518 Nash Road, Courtice. Memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by Art's family and can be made at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa (905-433-4711).
RANKIN, Elva Margaret
Peacefully, on Saturday, August 28, 2004, at the Lakeridge Health Centre, in Port Perry, at age 81. Elva (nee Pingle), beloved wife of the late Ron Rankin of Port Perry. Loving mother of Bob Rankin and his wife Pat of Port Perry, Jim Rankin and his wife Jean of Epsom, Ken Rankin and his wife Janet of Port Perry, Ray Rankin and his wife Jackie of Port Perry, David Rankin and his wife Pat of Scugog Island, and Susan and her husband Yvan Lebel of Scugog Island. Elva will also be sadly missed by her 15 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Bill Pingle (deceased), Ora Howie (deceased), Jack Pingle of Ajax and Marilyn Ridgway of Cobourg. Loved daughter of the late Howard and Lucille Pingle. The family of Elva Rankin will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Monday, August 30th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, August 31st 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 or to the Children's Wish Foundation.
SARNA, Magda
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Hospital on Saturday, August 28, 2004 in her 91st year. Predeceased by her husband Osvald and sons Ulo and Rein. Loving ''Ema'' to Virve and her husband Peter Kukk. Special ''Vanaema'' to Liisa and her partner Blake; Kristina and her husband Jamie; Susan and her husband Rob; and Scott. She will be sadly missed by her 4 great- grandchildren, friends and relatives in Estonia. In accordance with her wishes, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.
GAVEL James Roland
passed away peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Friday, August 27, 2004 in his 70th year. Survived by his mother, Pearl Gavel, his brother Ross Gavel and his wife Helen, sister-in-law Ellen Gavel, nieces Ruth, Mary, Cathie, Edna, Bonnie, nephews Iean and Chris, many great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father, John Gavel and his brother, Alvin Gavel. Relatives and friends may call at CENTENNIAL ALBERT UNITED CHURCH, 19 Rosehill Blvd (between King and Bond Streets West) Oshawa on Thursday, September 2, 2004 from 10 to 11 a.m. Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m., followed by the Interment of cremated remains at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Durham would be appreciated by the family and may be made through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St.. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
WALLRAFF, Alwine
In her 94th year. Peacefully at home on Saturday August 28th, 2004. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Wallraff. Dear mother of Alwine & her husband the late Michael David; Heinz Netten & his wife Sue; Maria & her husband John Gibbs; Robert Netten & his wife Linda and predeceased by her son Werner. Mother-in-law of Doreen Wallraff. Cherished grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Survived by her sister Hedwig of Germany. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation or Durham Access to Care.
