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MAHAFFY, Lloyd Melville
After a short illness, on Friday, February 25, 2005, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa, at age 76. Lloyd Mahaffy of Raglan, beloved husband of Audrey (nee Manns). Loved father of Gordon Mahaffy and his wife Carolyn of Scugog Island, Wayne Mahaffy and his wife Linda of Oakwood, William Mahaffy and his wife Lynda of Manilla, Sharon and her husband Gilles Bertrand of Port Perry, and Shelley and her husband Adam Newman of Oshawa. Loving grandfather of Dianne, Linda, Adam, Natalie, Kyle, Natalie, Ashley, Chris and Alicia, and great grandfather of Miles, Owen, Travis and Farren. Predeceased by his brothers Harvey, George and Everett. The family of Lloyd Mahaffy will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905 985-2171) on Sunday, February 27th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Monday, February 28th at 11 a.m. with Reverend Fred Jackson officiating. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation.
MALLYON, Frank
passed away peacefully at Ballycliffe Lodge in Ajax on Friday February 25, 2005. Frank in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Doris. He will be truly missed by his daughters Joan and her husband Cliff Douthwright and Linda and her husband Al Tutchener. Cherished grandfather of Leslie, Tracey, Diane, Christine, Theresa, Sheila and his 8 great grandchildren. Frank is survived by his brothers Jack and Roy and his sisters Jessie and Joan. Resting at THE ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. With a complete Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday March 5, 2005 at 1 p.m. Memorial Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. Visitation Friday from 7-9 p.m.
RAMPTON, June
Died on Friday, February 25, 2005, in the company of her loving daughters, at the Cottage Hospital in Uxbridge, after a courageous battle with cancer and severe osteoporosis. June(nee Crowe), beloved wife of the late Cecil Rampton. Dearly loved mother of Susan and her husband David Crowe of Port Perry, and Alice Adair of Whitby. Loving grandmother of BreeCrowe, Michael Adair and Christopher Adair. Dear sister of Mary and her husband Fred Bevan of Whitby. She will also be sadly missed by the children and grandchildren of David Crowe. The family of June Rampton will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott- Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry, 905-985-2171 (for visitation and service time, please contact the funeral home). If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society or to International Christian Aid, 1005 Skyview Drive - P.O. Box 5090, Burlington, ON L7R 4G5.
THIELE, Ernest George
passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday February 25th, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer. Ernest is lovingly remembered by his brothers & sisters Will & Fiona, John & Janet, Wayne, Gary & Jen, Warren, Jo-Anne & Glen and Diane & Brad. Dear uncle of Lu-Anne, Nicole, Christopher, Amie, Andrew, Corey, Mark, Adam, Chelsea, and Kirstin. Dear friend & roommate of Marty Cowl. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St. E. Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Thursday March 3 at 2:00 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Memorial donations to the Cancer Society or the Children s Wish Foundation would be appreciated.
VAUGHAN, Maria Brighida
Peacefully at Ajax-Pickering Hospital on Friday, February 25th, 2005. Maria Brighida Vaughan, in her 58th year. Beloved daughter of Mrs. LucilaDevia Pavez and the late Rene Pavez of Iqueque, Chile. Fondly remembered by Bill. Dear mother of Kristopher (Stacie) of Edmonton, Alberta and Jamie of Oshawa. Dear Grandmother of Olivia and Bridgette. Fondly remembered by her dear friend Wilma. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, March 7th from 7:00 P.M. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 8:00 P.M. Memorial Donations to the Ontario Humane Society (Durham Chapter) would be appreciated.
WILSON, Edna Mae
At Sunnycrest Nursing Home on Friday February 25th, 2005, with her family by her side, Edna Wilson in her 83rd year. Beloved daughter of the late Reid and Hazel Fisher. Loving mother of Heather Rozon and her husband Norm, Bob Wilson and his wife Vonnie, Donna Wilson, Jeannie Wilson, Jackalan Wilson, James Wilson, Doug Wilson and his wife Linda, Guy Wilson and his wife Marion, Art Wilson and the late John, Faith and Alan. Lovingly remembered by her 23 grandchildren and her many great grandchildren. Dear sister of Winnie Cook and her husband Ray, Eleanor Tureck and her husband John and John McGillvary and his wife Shirley. Predeceased by her sister Elva and her brothers Foster , Gerald and Donald. She will be fondly remembered by her great niece Katie and her many nieces, nephews and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in Evangel Pentecostal Church (374 Farewell Ave.) on Tuesday March 1st, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Monday February 28th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
WINDLE, James Douglas
Unexpectedly on Friday, February 25th, 2005. James in his 28th year. Beloved son of Douglas and Diane Windle. Loving brother of Rachael Charbonneau and Michelle Nanou and her husband John. Dear grandson of Julia Windle. Sadly missed by his niece Nicole Nanou and his godson and nephew Michael Nanou. Lovingly remembered by his girlfriend Sandy. Friends were received at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, March 1st from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Wednesday, March 2nd at 11:00 A.M. Memorial Donations In memory of James, memorial donations may be made to the Durham Lung Association
AASEN, Mary Getrude Gertie
(70 year member of Catholic Womens League; 40 year member of the Daughters of Isabella; avid hockey fan and euchre player) Gertie, (nee MacDonald), of Oshawa, formerly of Hastings, Ontario, passed away on Febuary 24, 2005, after a short courageous battle with cancer, with Father Edwin and her family at her side, at ThorntonView Long Term Care Facility. Gertie will be sadly missed by the many friends that were part of her well-lived 95 years. Gertie was born in Bear River, Prince Edward Island, on November 10, 1909. Gertie was predeceased by her husband Gunnar, in September 1978. They had been married for 36 years. Gertie is survived by her brother Peter McDonald and his wife Annie, children, Eric and his wife Pat, Wayne and his wife Louise, Judy and her husband Mario Panylo. Also loved by her grandchildren Keri and her partner Patrick, Peter and his girlfriend Kristin, Melanie, Amanda, Richard, Angela and her husband Darryl Rancourt, Stephen, Christopher and his wife Erinn, Meredith and her boyfriend Dean, Shailene and Matthew. Gertie also enjoyed her great-grandchildren Caelan and Calleigh. She will also be missed by her many nieces and nephews in Prince Edward Island. Gertie had numerous friends from the Marion Place where she resided, the Seniors Club in Brooklin and Hastings and her parishes where she attended church. Please remember Gertie as a healthy woman, full of zest for life, loved to dance that Down East Music any where any time and a good friend to all she knew. Gertie is resting at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558). Visitation will be on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. MARY OF THE PEOPLE CHURCH, Stevenson Road North (570 Marion Street) Oshawa on Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Grandview Children s Centre or a Charity of choice.
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ALLIN, Jack Herman
Peacefully at Strathaven Life Care Centre on Thursday, February 24th, 2005, in his 64th year. Loving father of Catherine, Janet and Shelley. Cherished Grandfather of Justice, Janel and Christine. Dear brother of Robert Allin and the late Roseanne Yarrow. Fondly remembered by his nieces Kelly Anne and Alisha. Predeceased by his parents Rose and Herman Allin. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, February 28th from 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, March 1st at 11:00 A.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial Donations to the Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated.
GARRETT, Anne (nee McKeown)
passed away peacefully, on February 24, 2005, at the Ajax-Pickering Hospital. Beloved and adored wife of the late Harold. Dear aunt of the Garrett, Grisack and Woodrow families. Sister of the late Chris, the late Gert, the late Leonard, and the late John. Good friend of Brenda.
CREIGHTON, Donald Hugh Don
Aged 75 years, (Past Master of the Supreme Court of Ontario) (Deputy Judge of Small Claims Court) Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Whitby on Thursday February 24th 2005. Beloved husband of Bette Creighton. Loving father of Wendy & her husband Bruce Dunning & Donna Creighton. Cherished Grampa of Abbey & Rebecca. Devoted to his profession for 45 years. Member of the legal aid panel & provider of extensive pro bono work through out his legal career. Donations in Don s memory may be made to The Kidney Foundation or The Diabetic Foundation.
MARTIN, Eva Ruth (nee Yeo)
Entered into rest on Thursday February 24th, 2005, in her 91st year. Loving wife of the late Roy Stanley Martin for 60 years. Much loved and loving mother of Fred (Betty) Martin of Perth, Nancy (Jack) Swain of Waterdown, Ont, and Joyce (Dennis) Harvey of Port Hope. Cherished grandmother of Gary Swain, and Maria (Swain) and her husband Corey MacKenzie. Proud great grandmother of Hailey MacKenzie. Survived by her brothers; Cecil (June) Yeo of Bowmanville, Roy (Marion) Yeo of Elliot Lake and by her sister Ruby Pogue of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. Predeceased by her son David Stanley Martin, her infant daughter, her parents Tom and Flora Yeo and her brothers Norm, Ray, Don and Art. Eva was always cheerful and made the best of every given situation, always finding something to be thankful for. Eva was always the first person there to help anyone in need. She was a lifetime resident of Oshawa. va will be sadly missed by all who knew her and will remain in our hearts forever. Special thank you to the entire staff of Extendicare, Oshawa for their loving care and concern. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Tuesday March 1st at 2:30 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to Northminster United Church or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. Visitation Monday February 28th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
WHORMS, Vanessa Ann (nee DuQuesnay)
(Long time member of St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church) called home by God Our Father on Thursday, February 24th, 2005 at Hamilton General Hospital, in her 64th year. Beloved wife of Raymond for 43 years. Loving and devoted mother of Margaret (Gerry) McNair of Cambridge, Martin, Tracey (Randy) Timms of Peterborough, Annette (Paul) Aukstaitis, Alex (Darlene), and Kimberly. Cherished Grandma to Jamie, Catherine, Charles, Michelle, Robbie, Melody, Danielle and Sophie. Dear sister of Peter (Annette) DuQuesnay, Mary (Peter) Goodson, Lorraine (Johnny) Neale, Tommy (Leonie) DuQuesnay, Donna (Shawn) Giguere, Tina (Chris) Sorapure, and the late Althea Abrahams and sister-in-law of Michael Abrahams. Vanessa will be lovingly remembered by her extended family and many friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, March 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Prayers at 7:00 P.M.
WRIGHT, Lawrence Alan Larry
(27 year employee of Loblaws) Peacefully following complications of diabetes on Thursday, February 24th, 2005 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa, in his 60th year. Loving father of Elizabeth Vanstone and her husband Kelley, Sandra Wright and her husband Clifford and Philip and his wife Charlene of Alberta. Cherished Grandfather of 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Beloved son of Eleanor Wright and the late Joseph. Dear husband of the late Shelley (nee Shannon). Sadly missed brother of Barbara Harper (late Allan), William (late Betty), Nelson (late Leona) and predeceased by sister Hazel Corneal and brother Robert. Fondly remembered brother-in-law of Robert Corneal and Marion Wright and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, March 1st from 1:00 P.M. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 3:00 P.M. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
JOHNSON, Sharon
Suddenly at Hotel Dieu Hospital, Windsor, on Wednesday, February 23, 2005, at the age of 54. Loving Mom of Rebecca and her husband Jim Alessio of Orono and Jeremia Johnson of Napanee. Special aunt to Lisa and Howard Burton of Cobourg and their children Jeff, Natasha, Jessica and Eric, and missed by her other nieces and nephews. Dear daughter of Alberta Gagne of Port Hope. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, February 26, at 4:00 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Donations in Sharon s memory to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by her family.
