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PATTEN, Mabel
(former resident of Auburn Village) Peacefully at Fairhaven Nursing Home on Saturday, January 15, 2005, in her 92nd year. Loving wife of the late James Donald Patten. Dear mother of Sharon Van Luven and her husband Harold. Grandma to Shelley and her husband Jim Pakenham, Ruth and her husband Ed Poley, and Kerry and her husband Scott O’Leary. Nanny to her great-grandchildren Tonya and fiancé Josh, Kristen, Brayden, Colton, Drake, Ceara, Dalton, Kyrianne, and great-great-granddaughter Alayna. Sister of the late Ken Mackay and his wife Doreen, Karl “Bud” Mackay, and survived by sister-in-law Marie. Sadly missed by her nieces and nephews and their families. Special thanks and appreciation to the caring staff at Fairhaven Nursing Home. Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd (at River Rd. S.) on Wednesday, January 19, from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. A funeral service will be held in the chapel at 12 noon, followed by Interment at LITTLE LAKE Cemetery. Donations to the Gideons or to Hope Valley Day Camp would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
ELLISON, Mr. Walter
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Friday, January 14th, 2005. Walter Stewart Ellison, in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Yvonne (nee Harvey). Dear father of Joy and her husband Robert Stenner of Tweed, William Walter (Bill) Ellison and his wife Gail of Forest, Linda and her husband Lars Ahlberg of Oshawa, Catherine and her husband Trevor Owen of Orleans and Guy Ellison and his wife Carol of London. Lovingly remembered by his 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson. Survived by his sister Grace and her husband Ray Caines of Peterborough and his brother Earl Ellison and his wife Margaret of Ajax. Predeceased by his sister May and brothers Percy and Roy. Funeral Service was held at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Saturday, January 15th at 1:00 P.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
JURCABA, Anna
(Member of the League of Ukrainian Women in Canada, St. George's Ukrainian Committee) - In Oshawa on Friday, January 14th, 2005, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Stefan. Loving mother of Marie Lawrentiw (Bohdan), Lesia Karas (Michael), Sally Rudka (Michael Pardaens). Predeceased by her daughter Stephanie. Devoted baba of Andrika, Peter, Krista Heslop (Mark), Ashley and Max. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Stree East with Divine Liturgey of Christian Burial in St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church on Thursday January 20th, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Cemetery. Panachyda in the funeral home Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation or Lakeridge Health Corp. - Oshawa Oncology Department would be appreciated. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday.
PINETTE, Beverly Anne
Peacefully at home with her family by her side on Friday, January 14th, 2005. Beloved wife of Roger of 41 years. Loving mother of Micheline Edwards (Mark), Lisa Pinette (Steve), Melinda Mead (Kevin). Loving grammy of Kaitlin and Phoenix. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East with Funeral Serice in the Chapel on Wednesday, January 19th, 2005 at 12 o'clock. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Special thanks to all of mom's Dr's. and nurses, our family and friends for their care and support. With an outstretched hand He said to me,
REVOY, Patricia Marie
At the Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa on Friday, January 14, 2005 after a short battle with cancer. Patricia Marie (Rosborough) Revoy of Oshawa, in her 62nd year. Sadly missed by her husband Donald Neil Revoy and her son Robert Neil Revoy and his wife Diana of Whitby. Nana will be missed by her grandchildren Brandon and Kayla. Survived by her mother Ethel Rosborough and her sisters Joanne Mahood and her husband Ron , Nancy Jakins and her husband Harry all of Lakefield, Rosemary Heard and her husband Neil of Selwyn and her brother Bill and his wife Sheila Rosborough of Lakefield. Predeceased by her father Alex Rosborough. Pastor Charles Jackson officiating. A reception will follow at the R.C.L. Br.#77, Lakefield.
ROYAL, Peggy (Elizabeth)
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa Surrounded by her family & friends on Friday January 14, 2005. Peggy Royal in her 74th year. Beloved wife of John Royal of Oshawa. Dear mother of Joanne Bennett & her husband Shawn of Point Claire, Quebec, Laura Marshall & her husband Rob of Atlanta, Georgia, and Debra Perrin of Mississauga. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Zachary, Samuel, Chantal and Dominique. Sister of Patricia Deane of Stuart Town, Australia, Irene Laurendeau of Ayton, Ontario and Robert James Gillespie of Oshawa. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gertrude’s Roman Catholic Church on Monday January 17th, at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Sunday. Memorial donations to Lakeridge Health Oshawa would be appreciated. Visitation Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
WESTWOOD, Alice (nee Wilson)
Peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2005 at Valley Farm Nursing Home in Pickering. Born June 29, 1920 in Kirkintilloch, Scotland. Visitation at The Simple Alternative, 1057 Brock Rd., Pickering on Monday, January 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with Service immediately following at 1 p.m. in the Chapel. Sadly missed by family and friends.
ARENA, Arlene
Peacefully at Extendicare-Oshawa on Thursday, January 13th, 2005. Irene (Arlene) Gladys Charter Nicholson (nee Turner). In her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Charles Arena. Dear mother of John and his wife Anne of Burritt’s Rapids, Rocco of Whitby and Joey and his wife Francine of Ste. Sauveur, Que. Dear sister of Dorothy of St. Catharines. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Scott, Nadine, Marie-Andree, Tania, Tara and Anthony. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, January 17th from 2:00 P.M. until time of Service of Remembrance in the Chapel at 3:00 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
BEDFORD, Knighta A. (Irwin)
passed away peacefully at Extendicare Nursing Home on Wednesday January 12th, 2005, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert Bedford. Predeceased by her daughter Jo-Anne Riddell. Survived by her son in law Tom Riddell. Loving grandmother of Tommy, Amber and Daniel. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Sunday January 23rd, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Saturday.
CARTILLONE, Maria
passed away peacefully at Wynfield Nursing Home on Thursday January 13, 2005 at 1 p.m. Maria in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Giuseppe Cartillone. Dear mother of Connie (Tony) Petrangelo of Courtice, Angela (Robert) Abriel of Oshawa, and Lisa (Tim) Clark of Courtice. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Mary & her husband Brian, David, Daniel & his friend Sarah, Melissa, Debbie, Ryan, Sarah, Alexandra and Jacob, and by her great grandchildren Jonathon and Ashley. Maria will be sadly missed by her brothers and sister in Sicily, Italy. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in King Street Pentecostal Church on Saturday January 15, 2005 at 1 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 7-9 p.m.
BRANTNALL, Leonard James
After a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, January 12th, 2005 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa in his 67th year. Dearly beloved husband of Georgina. Survived by his step-children Patricia Hanson (David), James Hanson (Gail), Joan Glover (Al), Bonnie Hanson, Dorothy Marullo (Vince) and grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of 1. Dear brother of Elsie Copp (Lester), Sheila Perry (Joe), Sharon Hamilton (Bill), Norman and predeceased by his brother George. Sadly missed 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 Saturday, January 15th from 1:00 P.M. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 3:00 P.M. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Oshawa General Hospital Foundation-Palliative Care would be appreciated.
GUERIN, Ernestine Yvonne
At Hillsdale Manor on Wednesday January 12, 2005. Ernestine Guerin in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Maurice Guerin. Loving mother of Pierrette Park and her husband Charlie, Gisele Garneau and her companion Bernard Gilbert, Nicole Guerin and Jacques Guerin and his wife Donna. Dear sister of Marianna, Jeanne-Darc and Willie all of Coaticook, Quebec, and Simone and Tony of Florida. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren; Nancy, Francois, Steve, Brenda, Connie, Kevin, Robert and Pamela and their families. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street, East, Oshawa with complete funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday January 15th, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
NOWAK, Dale
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp. Bowmanville on Wednesday January 12th, 2005. Dale Nowak in his 52nd year. Dale will always be remembered as the most wonderful husband and father. Beloved husband of Nancy Nowak. Loving father of Amanda Nowak and Ron Biersteker. Loved son of Brenda and Mieczyslaw (Nietek) Nowak. Friend and brother of Michele Buller (Russ) and Stefan Nowak (Edith). Uncle to Kyle, Janele, Maxine and Gabrielle. Will be sadly missed by special companions Actra and Jess. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice L1E 2R7-905-432-8484 (4th set of traffic lights east of Townline Road) Memorial Service will be held in our chapel on Monday January 17th, 2005 at 1 P.M. The family of Dale will receive friends one hour prior to service time. Cremation at Thornton Crematorium. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Myelin Project of Canada.
TILLEY, Jean
Peacefully at Ballycliffe Lodge, Ajax, on Wednesday, January 12, 2005. Jean Kirwin, in her 83rd year. Loving mother of Stephen and his wife Brenda. Dear grandmother of Leanne and Patrick. Sister of William, Fred, and the late Patricia Apps, Victor, and Edward. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated. The family wish to thank Ballycliffe Lodge for their care and compassion.
ALLAN, Henry “Harry”
(18 year employee of General Motors of Canada). Peacefully at Rouge Valley Hospital on Tuesday, January 11th, 2005 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Margaret for 44 years. Dear father of Pamela Newnham and her husband Karl, Drew Allan and his spouse Angie, Lesley Allan and her husband Ian Mostrenko. Loving Papa of Graeme, Vanessa, Anya and Genna. Brother of Mary and her husband David Russell. Brother-in-law of Ann and her husband William Savage. Lovingly remembered by Steve Gudgin and family. Harry will be remembered for his sense of humor, love of family, soccer, generosity and joy of life. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, January 13th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, January 14th at 3:00 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
BOLLAND, Mary Black (nee Thomas)
(1903 - 2005) passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, January 11th at Strathhaven Life Care Centre. Predeceased by her beloved husband Eric Bolland and her eight siblings, Mary was 101. Mary worked at General Motors for many years in the sewing room. Sadly missed by all who knew her especially Jim and Evelyn Thomson, Susan and Mike Lahoda, Diane Cholomondely, David and Danny Thomson, Bill Lovelock and family, Rita Thomson and family and Lynda Shephard and family. In lieu of a service, Mary requested that donations be made to Knox Presbyterian Church or another Charity in her name.
BROOKING, Ruth Patricia
B.A. Queen’s University B.L.S. University of Toronto (Former Chief Executive Officer, Oshawa Public Library 1974-1993) After a courageous battle with cancer, Ruth passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at Oshawa General Hospital on Tuesday, January 11, 2005. Born March 17, 1928 West Whitby Township, Ruth was the youngest daughter of Ernest and Hazel Brooking. The last member of the Brooking family, she was predeceased by her parents and her sisters Ethel, Florence, Eva (Mrs. John Brightman) and May (Mrs. William H. Young). Ruth was the dearly loved aunt of Janice Madill, Oshawa; Paul Young (Carol), Wellington; Bob Young (Laura), Brooklin; Heather Shea, Wellington. She was the dear great aunt of Jeff Madill (Cheryl), Rob Madill (Kelly), Angela Shea and Gregory and Walter Young. She was also a great great aunt to Morgan and Matthew Madill and Emma Madill. Ruth’s entire career was devoted to the Oshawa Public Library. She was head of cataloguing and adult services and was assistant CEO. In 1974 she became CEO of the Oshawa Public Library and remained in that position until her retirement in 1993. During her term of office, the library underwent considerable expansion with the construction of the Jess Hann Branch in 1977, the major expansion of the R.S. McLaughlin Library, the new book mobile in 1981, and the building of the North View Branch in 1987 and the implementation of the GEAC automation system in 1988. Ruth was involved in many aspects of the Oshawa community, and gave extensively of her time. She was a member of the Board of Directors of Parkwood Estate, and was an active member of the “Now and Forever” campaign. She also served on the Board of the Brooklin United Church and was a member of the Brooking Society, Devon, England, the Rotary Club of Oshawa, the Air Cadet committee and the Canadian Club of Oshawa, serving as President from 1989-1990. In recognition of Ruth’s many years of volunteer service to the City of Oshawa, Ruth was awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal in 2000. In addition to her career and her volunteer work, Ruth was tremendously devoted to her family. She was a “giver” in every way imaginable. She was young at heart and always game for anything – which is why her great nephews and nieces loved her presence so much. She will be deeply missed by her family. Ruth’s family is grateful to all the doctors and nurses who cared for her during her illness. Ruth fought this insidious disease with fierce determination. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2002, Ruth continued to live life to the fullest, and was determined to take her last trip only months ago with one of her friends on the Queen Mary II. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday January 15th at 2 p.m. Interment GROVESIDE Cemetery, Brooklin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Oshawa Public Library, Parkwood Foundation, or Brooklin United Church would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
ELSMORE, Jessie Mae (nee Doherty)
Peacefully surrounded by her family at Fairview Lodge, Whitby on Tuesday, January 11th, 2005 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Franklin Elsmore. Cherished and devoted mother of Joseph and his wife Debbie, Tonia and her husband Gerry Kirby. Loving “Grammie” of Melody and her husband Jeff Mallette, Jeff, Kaitlin, Skylar Kirby and “Great Grammie” of Taylor Mallette. Sister of the late Rosie Giberson, Bessie DeMerchant, Albert, Ed and George Doherty. Also lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews and their families. Friends were received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, January 13th from 7 – 9 P.M. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Friday, January 14th at 11:00 A.M. with Interment to follow at Mount Lawn Cemetery. Donations made to the Lung Association or Red Cross-Tsunami Relief Fund would be appreciated.
FERGUSON, Gary M.
(Longtime member of UAW Local 463 Steam Fitters & Plumbers Union) Gary passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday January 11, 2005. Gary in his 62nd year. Beloved husband of Jeanette. Loving father of Kelly Golby & her husband Vince, Tracy Domitrovic & her husband Nick, and Christina Passfield & her husband Ken. Dear son of Monna Ferguson & the late Arthur. Dearest Poppa of Jesse, Chelsea, Jacob, Erika, Blake, Victoria and Mitchell. Brother in law & best friend of Robert Mountenay & his wife Judy. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with a Memorial Service in the Chapel on Friday January 14th, at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Memorial visitation Thursday 7-9 p.m.
LANGILLE, Don
(Durham Iron and Metal). Peacefully on Tuesday, January 11, 2005 with his family by his side. Don was the loving husband for 25 years to Gail. Loving father to Terry, Rhonda (Scott), David (Pam) and Daniel. Dear brother to Russell and Kay Gale. Don will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Abbie, Jeremy, Emily and Ryan. Don will be missed by all of his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated.
HALLIDAY, Debbie Anne
(nee Proctor) On January 11, 2005 at the age of 47 after a courageous battle with cancer. Dear daughter of Anna Proctor of Oshawa and the late Bob Proctor. Mother of Melissa Bayes (Doug) of Michigan and Ryan of Oshawa, Sister of Lisa of Oshawa, Brother Rob (Cindy), Sister Kathy of Norwood, Special Sister of Karla McGitchie(Steve) of Whitby, Gramma of Eric and Kira. Predeceased by brother Glenn. Debbie will be sadly missed by aunts, uncles and special friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Visitation will be held Friday January 14th, 2005, 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held Saturday January 15th, at 11 a.m. Please contact Armstrong Funeral Home for time of service.
MACKIE, Joseph Johnstone
(Retired from McLean Hunter). Peacefully, on Tuesday, January 11, 2005, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 79. Joe Mackie of Port Perry and formerly of Dunforest Avenue, Willowdale, dearly loved husband of Margaret (nee McDougall). Loved father of Iain Mackie and his wife Myra of Port Perry, Johnstone Mackie and his wife Susan of Newmarket, and Richard Mackie of Port Perry. Loving grandfather of Heather, Kyla and Kelly. Private arrangements entrusted to the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171). If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Port Perry.
