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HOUSE, Rita Mary Anne
(Professor Health Sciences; Durham College). Peacefully at home with family by her side on Friday, August 27th, 2004 in her 56th year. Beloved wife of David for 27 years. Cherished mother of Nicole (Mark) Schwarz of Barrie and Sheena House of Oshawa. Devoted daughter of Jeanne and the late Jean McGillis. Dear sister of Theresa Sutherland, Doreen McGillis (Lauren Waters) and Ron (Wendy) McGillis. Lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues. Special thanks to her sister Doreen, Durham Access to Care and Joan Federow of Partners in Community Nursing for their dedicated loving care. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel for visitation on Monday, August 30th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Prayers at 7:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. GERTRUDE S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (690 King St. E., Oshawa) on Tuesday, August 31st at 11:00 A.M. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Oshawa General Hospital Foundation, New Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
HUME, Roy Malcolm
(Former Member of General Motors Pipe Band). By the grace of God, Roy slipped into the hands of the Lord on Friday, August 27th, 2004, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa surrounded by family and friends. Beloved husband of the late Norma. Loving father of Shona and her husband Roy Stollard of Keswick and Graeme and his wife Ann Hume of Carrying Place. Devoted Papa to Graeme and Sheila Hume and Shawn, Richard, Geoffrey Bowins. Fondly remembered by special friend Olga Miller. Many thanks to all good friends and to the good neighbours of Pacific Avenue area. A Service was held on Monday, August 30th, 2004 followed by cremation. Memorial Donations may be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King Street West, Oshawa, (905-721-1234) to a charity dearest to you
LACE, Ronald
After a lengthy illness, surrounded by his family, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday August 27th, 2004, Ron Lace, in his 71st year. Beloved husband of Sylvia. Dear father of Robert (Bob) and his wife Nicole and Todd and his wife Jill. Lovingly remembered by his four grandchildren: Travis, Rhiannan, Brent and Peter. Dear brother of Kaye Lace of Toronto and Claire and her husband Cam McGregor of Oshawa. Predeceased by his brother Ken. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, "Thornton Chapel", 847 King Street West (905-721-1234), for visitation on Monday August 30th, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday August 31st at 3 p.m. followed by Interment at Thornton Cemetery. Memorial donations to the A.L.S. Society would be appreciated.
PUCKRIN, Herb
Entered into rest peacefully with his wife by his side at his home near Sunderland on Friday, August 27th, 2004. Herbert Richard Puckrin, in his 82nd year, was the beloved husband of Enid Dusty for over 60 years. Loving father of Paul & Karen Puckrin of Port Perry, Jayne & Larry Labaj of Whitby, Mark & Carla Puckrin of Port Perry and Lisa & Kevin Robertson of Sunderland. Loving Grandpa of Sara, Julie, Andrew, Travis, Olivia, Luke, Ian and Karli. Dear brother of John, Mary and Lorna. Predeceased by son Eugene, brother Tom and sisters Susie and Florence. A committal service of cremated remains will take place at Pinegrove Cemetery, Prince Albert at a later date. As a remembrance donations to Port Perry Hospital, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Ducks Unlimited or a Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
STAPLES, Jeanne
Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Foster brook Life Care Centre on Friday, August 27, 2004 in her 81st year. Jeanne, beloved wife of Don Staples. Loving mother of Sally Staples, Paul and his wife Catherine, Jonathan and his wife Jo-Ann, Jane and her husband Ben. Loved grandmother of Seasha, Piquette, Aja, Caylie, Joseph, Jevon, Emma, Keara, Calen and great-grandmother of Kaeden and Acy. Dear sister of Roy and John Forrester. Funeral Service in ORONO UNITED CHURCH on Monday, August 30, 2004 at 2 p.m. Donations in Jeanne's memory to the Parkinson Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.
KURIKSHUK, Eufrosinia (Veronica)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Thursday, August 26th, 2004. Eufrosinia (Veronica) Ofsyenikova, aged 81 years. Wife of Ivan. Mother of Lilia McKelvey of Costa Rica, Anthony of Oshawa and Ann Kurikshuk-Nemec of Ottawa. Lovingly remembered by her 4 grandchildren Michael, Cade, Connor and Nicholas and her 3 great grandchildren Kyra, Lea and Calli. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, August 31st from 12 Noon until 1:00 P.M. Followed by a Graveside Service at Oshawa Union Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
TAYLOR, Robert "Bob"
Retired employee of P.P.G. Duplate and Taylor Paving. Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday August 26th, 2004. Bob Taylor age 69 years. Beloved husband of June Denness. Dear father of Sean Taylor and his wife Mary-Jo. Lovingly remembered by grandsons Jordan and Jesse. Brother of Kenneth Taylor, Doris Farr and Donald Taylor. Predeceased by brother Russell Taylor. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E. Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Monday August 30th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Visitation Sunday 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
ZONDERVAN, Nick
In his 70th year - At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday August 26, 2004. Beloved husband and partner in life for 45 years of Janet. Dear Dad to Jenny & her husband John Gerrits; Andra Zondervan; Yvonne & her husband Allan Doorenspleet, Jake & his wife Laura. Cherished Grampa of Mitchell, Kayla, Carrie, Lauren, Sydney, Alexandra, Caleb & Rylee. Survived by his sister Froukje and nephew Peter. Funeral service will be held in REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, Bowmanville on Monday August 30th at 11 am. Memorial Donations may be made to The Kidney Foundation.
ANDAYA, Paulina Joven
Peacefully, on August 26, 2004, at age 92, joined her husband Memoy and her children Junior and Mila. She will be sadly missed by her children Cora Castro, Nestor (Colleen), Agnes (Randy Scott), Perle (Rogel de Vera), Renne (Beth), Irma (Hans Meister), by her sisters Mesing, Metring and Francing, by her 10 grandchildren Pauline, Nestor (Melody), Margaret, Richie, Cory (Chico), Derek (Lala), Gene, Nicole, Johanne, RJ, by her 12 great-grandchildren Catrina, Joseph, Trevor, Cameron, Preston, Julian, Isabel, Jacob, Isaiah, Serena, Santiago, Noa and by her nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bernadette's Church, 21 Bayly St. E., Ajax, Friday at 11 a.m.
CANN, Bruce Albert
Aged 44 Years. Suddenly on Wednesday August 25th, 2004. Loving father of Dustin, Darrell & Ryan Lachance. Dear brother of James Lachance, Tammie & her husband Hank Bergsma, Gina & her husband Alan Haward, Lori Lachance, Theresa O Donohue, & Corey Lachance. Predeceased by his parents Jim & Shirley Lachance. Survived by his grandmother Muriel Budkowski. He will be sadly missed by nieces, nephews & by Catherine Azzorpardi. Step-father of Tina & Lisa Azzorpardi. Memorial donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation.
DEARBORN, Anna Mary
(Lifetime Resident of Oshawa). passed away peacefully at the Strathaven Life Care Centre, Bowmanville on Wednesday, August 25, 2004, in her 84th year. Daughter of the late Warren and Leah Dearborn. Dear sister of William (Elizabeth) Dearborn, predeceased by Clarence Dearborn, Irma Bell and Betty Bonnetta. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Memorial Donations to the Northumberland County Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family.
DAFOE, Kenneth G.
Peacefully at Strathaven Lifecare Centre on Friday, August 24, 2004 in his 81st year. Ken, beloved husband of Shirley (MacLean). Loving father of Ken and Netta, John and Charlene, Gordon and Karen, Tim and Morah, Cathy and Ken, Jim and Liane. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place.
KARAS-DEA, Lee Ann Margaret
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lee Ann of Keoma, Alberta at the Foothills Hospital, Calgary on Tuesday, August 24, 2004 of Hodgkins disease. Lee Ann is survived by her loving husband Edward Dea and son Alexander Dea. Loved daughter of Joseph Karas, sister Janet Brandt and brother Roger Karas. Lee Ann was predeceased by her mother Janet Karas and her grandmother Flora Garraway. Originally from Ontario she had resided in Keoma for the past 4 years. Lee Ann loved gardening, crafts, country music and spending time with her family especially her beautiful son Alexander. Lee Ann was a woman of incomparable strength and courage who fought her disease for most of her adult life and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. JOSEPH'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Liberty St. S., Bowmanville on Wednesday, September 1, 2004 at 11a.m.
SIRIZZOTTI, Gina
Peacefully and surrounded by her family after a lengthy illness at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Tuesday, August 24th, 2004. Gina Sirizzotti, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Alessandro. Dear mother of Lucy and her husband Michael Labriola of Whitby, Filomena Sirizzotti of Italy, Pasquale (Pat) Sirizzotti and his wife Marisa of Oshawa and Giulio (Tony) and his wife Mary of Oshawa. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Adelina Pelosi (Tony), Domenic Sirizzotti, Diane Bonnici (Sam), Marisa Sirizzotti, Alec Sirizzotti (Sarah), Rico Sirizzotti (Sandra), Gina Sirizzotti, Connie Sirizzotti and Michael Sirizzotti. Loving Great Grandmother of MaryLou and her husband Dave Marshall and Laura and her husband Mark Franco, Stevie and Cassandra Sirizzotti, Nicole and Christopher Bonnici, Elena, Melissa and Daniel Neto and Danielle, Nicholas, Jacob and Brenden Sirizzotti and Tommy Marshall. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, August 26th from 7 9 P.M. and Friday, August 27th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Parish Prayers Friday at 7:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. MARY OF THE PEOPLE CATHOLIC CHURCH (570 Marion Ave.) on Saturday, August 28th at 10:30 A.M. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
DELLANDREA, Jonathan David
passed away on August 23, 2004 at the age of 21. He will be loved forever by his father Wayne Dellandrea, his mother Pat Hogan and his extended family: grandparents Herb and Lois Dellandrea, and Bill and Nan Taylor; siblings Colt, Brittany and Jeff Dellandrea, Mark and Megan Hogan (and son Carr), Deborah and Jamie Holbrook, and Mary Lou Hogan; and stepmother Lana Dellandrea and stepfather Paul Hogan. Friends may visit at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel", 847 King St. W. (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, August 26 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, August 27 at 1:00 p.m. Donations can be made to KidsGames Toronto at 40 Vipond Road, Whitby, ON, L1B 1B3
LUSKIN, Carole Ann
Suddenly, on Monday, August 23, 2004 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 59. Carole (nee Hunter), beloved wife of Peter Luskin of Little Britain . Loving sister of Diane Hunter of Scarborough. Loved niece of her special uncle John Holmes of Baltimore, Ontario. Carole will be missed by her many cousins from the Ottawa Valley. The family of Carole Luskin will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, ''McDermott-Panabaker Chapel'', 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Thursday, August 26th from 10-11 a.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.
McKECHNIE, Williamina "Wilma"
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, on Monday August 23, 2004. Wilma McKechnie nee Whyte, in her 79th year. Dearly beloved wife of the late Andrew McKechnie. Loving mother of Stewart and his wife Gabriele of Montreal, Gordon and his wife Susan and Marwin and Paul all of Oshawa. Dear grandmother of Courtney, Jennifer, Elizabeth, Sheena, Shaun and Malcolm. Sister of Alistair Whyte and his wife Lilian of Ajax. Fondly remembered by her niece Lesley Whyte. Sadly missed by Herb and Marlene Davies and many friends. Rested at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa (905-433-4711). Complete funeral service was held in the chapel on Wednesday, August 25th at 1 p.m. followed by cremation. Memorial donations to the Palliative Care Unit, Lakeridge Health Bowmanville would be appreciated. Visitation was one hour prior to service.
MCWHIRTER, EVA MARIE (nee Bradica)
(Past Regent Women of the Moose) Peacefully after a battle with cancer at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Monday, August 23rd, 2004 in her 57th year. Devoted and loving wife of 32 years to Allan. Cherished Mother of Juli and Cheryl McWhirter. Dear Grandma of Gage, Courtney, Corey, Justus, Ryan, Dale, Clinton and Brody. Caring sister of Patricia Tredwell and Samuel Bradica. Eva will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, August 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. with Women of the Moose Service at 8:00 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, August 27th at 11:00 A.M. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
SNOEK, ANNE (nee Kruys)
After a brief battle with Lymphoma, Anne went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 23rd, 2004. Suddenly, in His infinite wisdom, our Heavenly Father received into His arms our precious wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Survived by her beloved husband of 52 years, Hans Snoek, her children Art & Nettie; Wilma & George DeGroot; Joyce & George Hoekstra; Dorothy & Savath Norng; Wendy & Siemen Speelman; Ellen & Tim Walton; Jim & Chris and Rob & Pam. Grandchildren Glen & Nicole; Rod & Rebecca (engaged); Jackie & Mark Engelage; Ben & Julia; Katie; David & Matthew Snoek-DeGroot; Phillip & Benjamin DeGroot; Timothy, Angela, Ryan, Jeremy, Joel & Emily Hoekstra; Shelly & Clarence Snyder; Kevin & Christina Norng; Amanda & Jonathan DeWeerd; Andrew, Rachel, Crystal, Stephen & Ian Speelman; James Walton; John, Aaron, Brad & Graham; Victoria, Nathan & Wesley and great-grandchildren Arden Engelage; Brendan & Josephine Snyder; Leah & Daniel Norng. Predeceased by her son John Edward (1983). Funeral Service will be held at REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, Bowmanville on Thursday August 26th at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to Knox Christian School Building Fund.
WHALEN, Robert E.
25 year employee of General Motors, Oshawa. Died suddenly at Mt. Sinai Hospital on August 23, 2004 at the age of 45. Will be forever missed by his companion Norma Jean Tucker, her children, Sheila and Sarah. Very proud grandpa Rob to his step grandson Kristian. He is survived by his mother Evelyn Whalen, 2 brothers, 5 sisters, and their families. Will be fondly remembered by mother-in-law Pauline Stoner, sister-in-law Charlene Minassian, and her family. At Robert's request, cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service and Interment of ashes will be held. Should family and friends so desire, donations to Whitby Mental Health Centre, 700 Gordon Street, Whitby ON L1N 5S9 would be greatly appreciated.
BRIDGER, Brian Michael
(Owner of Hall Carriers Inc., Sales Associate with Russelle Toyota, 18-year member of Metro Toronto Police Force, member of Kawartha Golf and Country Club). Suddenly as a result of an automobile accident on Sunday, August 22, 2004, in his 64th year. Brian, loving husband, best friend and companion of Charlene for 34 years. Dear father of Cheryl Arends (Ralph) of Barrie, Stephen Bridger (Sharon) of Toronto. Pepe to Cobie, Ben-Morgan, D'Arcy, Mikayla, and Brian. Brother to Pat Brown of West Hill, Lorraine Morgester (John) of Anchorage, Alaska, Bruce Bridger (Margie) of Little Britain, Sharon Baker (Michael) of Ajax, and Wayne Bridger (Dianne) of Scarborough. Son-in-law of Earl Alberts of Toronto; brother-in-law of Maureen Werner of Toronto, Gary Alberts (Hilary) of Victoria, B.C., Bill Cox (Carolyn) of Napanee, and Frank Hepditch (Sharon) of Orillia. A Memorial Mass to be held in ST. PETER IN CHAINS CATHEDRAL, 411 Reid Street, Peterborough, on Wednesday, August 25, 2004, at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Brian's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Canadian Cancer Society through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME 1-877-987-3964.
COWAN, Clifford
Suddenly at Errinrung Nursing Home, Thornbury, on Sunday, August 22nd, 2004 aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary Harris and Theresa Bourdon. Father of Carol Hunt and Donna Cowan. Grandfather of Ryan and Tiffany. In keeping with Clifford's wishes, there will be no funeral service. Donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (905-433-4711).
MILLSON, Margaret Helen "Peggy" (nee Nelson)
Peacefully at her residence on Sunday, August 22, 2004 in her 82nd. year. Peggy, beloved wife of the late Hiram Alfred "Spec" Millson. Loving mother of Gordon and Barbara, Ted, Donald and Brenda, Tom and Gail, Lyle and Patricia, Marie and Les Goble, Marylou Wolfe, Dolores Stubbs, Gary and Patti, Karen and Brian Terry, Steven and Cindy and the late Wayne Marchant. Dear grandmother of 29 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Mary Topple, June McKeen and Jim Nelson. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Tyrone United Church would be gratefully appreciated.
SCALZO, Francesco Battista
passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, August 22nd, 2004 in his 68th year. Survived by his devoted wife of 43 years Assunta and her loving children, Leonardo and his wife Silvana, Giovanni and his wife Tina, Romano, Claudio and Rosa and her husband Michael Tavella. Will also be dearly missed by his grandchildren Alexander and Christian. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, August 25th from 2 4 & 6:30 9 P.M. Parish Prayers at 6:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THERESE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (3800 Courtice Rd. N., Courtice) on Thursday, August 26th at 10:00 A.M. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery (355 Taunton Rd., Whitby). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated.
