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COSTANTE, Daniel John
Retiree of General Motors of Canada. Peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on Sunday November 7, 2004. Dan Costante in his 63rd year. Beloved son of the late Tom and Aggie Costante. He will be sadly missed by his wife Darlene, his children, Gary, Michelle, John, Melanee, Christopher, Holly and Danny and by his grandchildren, Michael, Keri, Brenna and Shawn. Dear brother of Richard Costante, Elaine Costante-Kelly (Wayne) and the late Thomas and Linda. Dear brother in law of Bill and Dolly Medina (California). Dan will be fondly remembered by his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa with complete funeral service in the Chapel on Thursday November 11 at 1 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
DROZWIK, Helen
Peacefully in her sleep after 99 healthy years on Sunday, November 7th, 2004 at Extendicare Oshawa. Helen, beloved wife of the late Alexander. Cherished mother of William Drozwik, Olga MacDermaid and Carol Mason and her husband Robert. Dear Baba to William Jr., and Andrea Keenan and Great Baba to Nichol, Alysia and Alexander. Predeceased by her four sisters and two brothers. Relatives and friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, November 10th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Panachyda at 7 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be held at ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, 31 Bloor Street East (at Simcoe St. S.) on Thursday, November 11th at 10:00 A.M. Interment at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Orthodox Church or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
FEDORCZENKO, Fedor (Fred)
Peacefully after a lengthy illness with his family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, November 7th, 2004. Fedor, beloved husband of Maria for 62 years. Loving father of Olga and her husband Dean Friedlander and the late Bill Fedorczenko. Father-in-law of Penny Fedorczenko. Devoted Dido to Ryan and Holly Fedorczenko. Lovingly remembered by his nieces Katherine Bihun, Irene Carriere and his sister-in-law Olga Bihun. Friends will be received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel , 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation from 10:00 A.M. until time of service at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel on Wednesday, November 10th. Donations to Oshawa General Hospital Foundation New Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family.
PRICE, Robert Joseph
(46 year member of Branch 112, Canadian Legion, Whitby) At his residence on Sunday November 7th, 2004. Robert Price , in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Beverly Scott. Dear son of Vera, and the late Joseph Price . Dear father of Kelly Price -Hadden, Kimberly Jackson, and Kathy Midget Prescott. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Kyle, Kody, Royce, Stephanie, Ryan, and Tyson, and a great granddaughter Faith. Brother of Norma Belyea and her husband Norman, Ruth Moir, and Joy Merrick. Resting at The ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Funeral service in the Chapel Tuesday November 9, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. Visitation Tuesday 12:30 pm to 2:30 p.m. Memorial donations to The Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
TOSCANO, Francesco
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday November 7, 2004, Francesco Toscano, aged 80 years. Dear father of Carmela Toscano, Gioconda Toscano and Rocco Toscano. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Joe, Robert, Frank, Anna, Frank and Stephanie. Brother of Ida Chiapetta and Rosaria Intrieri. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. East Oshawa. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Therese Roman Catholic Church Courtice on Wednesday November 10th at 9:30 a.m. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Monday 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
WAYLAND, Shirley Jean (Lowry)
1940-2004. passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Oshawa Hospital on November 7. She is survived by her beloved husband George and dear sons and daughters, Darlene (Lou) Morris, Sally, Kevin, Ken (Francine) and Patsy. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Sara, Ashley, Louis, Devin, Wayland and Samantha, sisters Laurena Stewart, Marion Ware and brothers Murray and Ken. Predeceased by her parents Smith Lowry and Catherine (McIntosh) and brother Jack. Friends are invited to share their memories of Shirley with her family at her home in Whitby on Friday November 12th from 4pm to 7pm. Services to be held in Kincardine on Monday November 15. Donations, in lieu of flowers may be made to The Cancer Research Society or the charity of your choice.
BRODIE, Doreen
Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Bowmanville, on Saturday, November 6, 2004, at the age of 77. Dear mother of Sheila Lawrence and Hal Brodie and his wife Betty of Barrie. Dear grandma of Peter, John, Vicki, Mackenzie and the late Colin. Predeceased by her brothers Jackie and Fred. Relatives and friends will be received at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service on Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery, Toronto. Donations in memory of Doreen to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
EDGAR, Rhea Mae
At Cama Woodlands Nursing Home, Burlington, on Saturday, November 6, 2004. Rhea, in her 84th year. Beloved mother of Karen McCullough of Burlington and Laurel Edgar and her husband Don Cook of Toronto. Loving grandmother of Derek, Michelle, and the late Bradley McCullough and great-grandmother of Jacob and Paige Brayshaw. Sister of Harold Newsome of Oshawa. Relatives and friends were received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Tuesday, November 9, 2004 from 12 noon until the time of service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. with cremation following. Donations in memory of Rhea to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
HEMBRUFF, Kenneth William 1926-2004
Suddenly in Bowmanville on Saturday, November 6th, 2004. Beloved husband of the late Elaine Priscilla Hembruff. Dear father of Stewart and Pat Hembruff, David and Mandy Hembruff, Pan and Rev. Roy Vandenberg, and Cherie Hembruff. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear brother to Welland, Willard, Dorothy Smith, Freda Sanders and predeceased by other sisters and brothers. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Charity of your choice.
KAY, Frederick William
On Saturday November 6th, 2004, in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Norma of 51 years. Loving father of William (Debbie), Melbourne (Marie), and Wanda. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Adam, Kate and Kris Goyne. Donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (905-433-4711).
LEAKE, Lilian Nan
Peacefully at home in Oshawa on Saturday November 6th 2004. Beloved wife of the late Frank Ernest Leake. Dear mother of Barbara and her husband John Cripps. Cherished Nan of Dawn-Marie and her husband Brian Munn and Deborah-Anne and her husband Robert Wright. Much loved great-grandmother of Brian, Kristen, Brent, Samuel and Morgan. Predeceased by her brothers Samuel, Tom, Jack, Alf, Ben and her sisters Clara, Annice and Emmie. Memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation.
McALLISTER, Bernard Yvon
December 23, 1925 - November 6, 2004 After a courageous battle with cancer, Bernie's soul went to meet his Marker. Beloved husband of Barbara (Grannary) McAllister. Loving father to daughter Dawn (Chris) Goodwin and 2 sons Gary and Kevin. Cherished papa of Elizabeth and Andrea. Also survived by his sister Mary Lawson of Quebec. Born in Montreal, Bernie served in the Merchant Marine and worked at the 3M Co. for 35 years. Many thanks to the caring nurses of Bowmanville Hospital, Dr. Michael Ward and Father Garry Leahy for his kind support and guidance throughout the years, and all Vincentians. Bernie's faith and love of family has guided him throughout his life. He will be sadly missed by all. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Bowmanville.Cremation.
SHARPE, Ivy
Peacefully, at Extendicare Nursing Home on Saturday, November 6, 2004, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Sharpe. Mother of Margaret and her husband Frank Van Roessel of Oshawa and Barbara and her husband Ken Watts of California. Grandmother of Frank and his wife Mary, Brian and the late Susan. Great-grandmother of Jake and Emily. Sister of the late Jim Bolton. A private family gathering was held on Monday, November 8, 2004 at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558). Cremation. Interment at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations in memory of Ivy to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Lung Association would be appreciated.
SPRAGGE, Reginald (Reg) Louis
Suddenly at his home in Ajax, with his wife at his side, on November 6, 2004. Reg, beloved husband, soul mate and best friend of Sharon. Hero and greatest Dad in the world to Reg Jr., Jimmy (Wendy), Kim, David (Kelly), and Daddy's little girl Lee-Anne. Proud grandfather of Ryan, Jordan, Cody, Joshua, Jerra, Connor, and Rebecca. Dear brother of Cyril, Bobby and their families. On Tuesday, November 9, 2004 after 1 p.m., a reception will be held at the R.C.L. Branch 606, 1555 Bayly Street, Pickering.
WADDELL, Frank
Served overseas as Sargeant in the Army WWII, Landed on Juno Beach D-Day, Past Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #43 Oshawa, and Member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #67 LindsayAt Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay on Saturday November 6, 2004 at the age of 84 years. Loving husband of Gladys of 64 years (nee Shewring). Dear father of David (predeceased), Judy Fice (Doug), and Roger (Helene). Brother of Mary Lawson of Tonawanda, NY, and the late Claude, Ralph, Luella, Edna, Margaret, Nellie, and John. Lovingly remembered by his 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 1 great great granddaughter. Frank will be sadly missed by many nieces & nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #43, 471 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa on Sunday November 14th, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
WINTERINK, Michelle Elaine (nee Therrien)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, on Saturday, November 6, 2004, in her 41st year. Best friend and loving wife for ten years of Randy of Newcastle. Devoted mother of Natalie and Hayley. Cherished daughter of Jean-Guy and Beatrice (Betty) Therrien of Oshawa. Dear sister of Tammy and Dave Burdett of Cambridge; Daniel Therrien of Oshawa; and Sharon Therrien and Janet Donegan of Oshawa. Daughter in law of Albert Winterink and the late Everdina. Sister-in-law of Anne and Joe Theriault, Linda and Mike Dionne, Ron and Cindy Winterink, Ed and Sharon Winterink, and the late Ben Winterink. Grand-daughter of Muriel Farrell. Sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Sunday, Nov. 7, from 7-9 p.m. and on Monday, Nov. 8, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Parish prayers on Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held in ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., Newcastle, on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Bond Head Cemetery. Donations in Michelle memory to the Winterink Children s Trust Fund, or the Princes Margaret Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated by her family.
KASSINGER, Herman
A memorial service of Thanksgiving for the life of Herman Kassinger who passed away on October 25th, 2004 will be held on Friday, November 12th, 4:30 p.m. at Kingsview United Church in Oshawa, located at the corner of Wilson Road and Adelaide Street. A reception will follow at the Oshawa Golf Club, located at the corner of Alexandra and Golf Street.
CRAWFORD, Gary
At Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Friday November 5, 2004. Gary Crawford, at the age of 38. Beloved husband of Lisa. Loved son of Peter and Helen. Loving step-father of Connor. Dear brother of Sandi. Gary will be sadly missed by his extended family, relatives and friends. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday November 9 at 11 a.m. Cremation. The family of Gary will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated.
STIRLING, DUGALD G.
Former Vice President of General Motors of Canada passed away peacefully, at home in Port Perry, on Friday, November 5, 2004, in his 74th year, with family by his side. Dugald Stirling, beloved husband of Arden (Butler). Much loved and loving father to Neil and Nancy Stirling of Thousand Oaks, CA, Leigh and Fabio Ognibene of Whitby, and Paige and Chris Fox of Toronto. Proud Papa of Daniel, Lauren, Kaitlyn, Victoria, and Liam. Dear brother of Jim (Pauline). A private family funeral service will be held. If desired, memorial contributions to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation, 451 Paxton St., Port Perry, Ontario L9L 9Z9 would be appreciated.
HARRISON, Emmerson
Promoted to Glory on November 5, 2004 at his home in Havelock. Beloved husband of the late Irene. Loving father of Pat Smith (Phil), Diana Reid (Jim), David Harrison (Sheila), Andy Harrison (Diane), Gilbert Harrison (Lin), Marianne Larche (Stephen). Proud grandfather of 13 and great grandfather of 21. Fondly remembered by sisters Alta Fear and Verna Collier, brothers Jim and Carman Harrison, and dear friend Elaine Eastman. Funeral Service will be held at The Salvation Army (710 McQuay Street, Whitby) on Tuesday November 9, 2004 at 2pm (visitation from 1:30 - 2pm Tuesday at the Salvation Army). Cremation to follow with Interment at GROVESIDE Cemetery. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Cancer Society or to the Whitby Salvation Army.
MORGAN, Jim Jr.
passed away peacefully on Friday, November 5, 2004 at his home in Oshawa (formerly of Stephenville, Newfoundland) at the age of 37. He has gone to join his beloved Lisa. Jim leaves behind his loving mom Dorothy (Elwin), his father Jim Sr. and his much adored daughter Hannah and son Justin. He will be lovingly remembered by his five sisters Michelle (Randy) O'Quinn, Karen (Darrell), Tina (Geoff), Renee (Mick) and Rebecca. He will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
THOMAS, Dorothy (Dot) (nee McCabe)
Peacefully, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer at the Lakeridge Health Centre, Bowmanville on Friday, November 5, 2004 at the age of 75. Dot, beloved wife of 50 years of the late Robert (Bob) Thomas. Loving mother of Debbie Scriver (Rick), Cathy Walton (Pat), Sandy Levesque (Mike), and Bobbi Kaiser (Frank). Devoted grandmother of Laura, Sara, Jason, Alana, Dan, Megan, Amanda, Peter and Rebecca. Funeral Mass at St. Francis de Sales Church, 82 Church Street S. (Pickering Village) on Tuesday, November 9, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Donations to the Lakeridge Bowmanville Palliative Care Unit or the Charity of your choice would be greatly apppreciated by the family. The family wish to thank the nursing staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa and Bowmanville and her many supportive friends.
