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BROWN, Wilhelmina "June"
Entered into rest at Lakeridge Health Whitby on Friday March 24, 2006 in her 72nd year. June, beloved wife of James. Loving mother of Jim and his wife Mary, Karena and her husband Nigel Drane. Adoring grandmother of Lynsey and Craig Wilson, Stuart, Gregory, and Jack. The family will receive friends at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410) from 10am to 11am Monday. Service in the Chapel on Monday March 27, 2006 at 11am followed by cremation. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Cancer Society.
LLOYD, Nellie
Entered into rest at the Bon Air Nursing Home in Cannington, on Friday March 24th, 2006. Nellie Caroline Bagshaw, in her 89th year, was the beloved wife of the late Gordon Lloyd (1982). Loving mother of Mary & Peter Robinson of Oshawa, John & Sandra Lloyd of Oakwood, Jim & Yolanda Lloyd of Hampton and Ralph & Joanne Lloyd of Woodville. Dearly remembered by grandchildren Laurie Ann & Kary Wheeler, Darryl, Jessica, Scott, Donna, Missy, Elaine, Blair and Jeannette. Predeceased by her parents Herbert & Alice Bagshaw, one sister Ruth Lloyd and one brother Ivan Bagshaw. As a remembrance, donations to Cannington United Church would be appreciated by the family.
MACLEAN, Marie Ange
Entered into rest at The Village of Taunton Mills, Whitby on Friday, March 24, 2006 in her 84th year. Marie, beloved wife of the late Michael. Loving mother of Marilyn Caldwell and her husband Don, and Don Maclean and his wife Diana. Dear grandmother of Michael, Robert, and Amy Caldwell, and Matt, Rachel, and Erika Maclean. Fondly remembered by her sister Alberta Clarkson, her sister-in-law Lorraine Leblanc, and by her many relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church, 903 Giffard Street, Whitby on Monday, March 27, 2006 at 10 a.m. followed by a private family Interment at Assumption Cemetery, Mississauga, ON. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
VIGGERS, William Thomas (Billy)
At St. Michael s Hospital on Friday March 24, 2006, Billy Viggers at 54 years of age. Dear son of the late Emmerson and Mabel Viggers. Father of Amanda and Debbie Viggers. He will be fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters; twin sister Bonnie, Guy, Terry, Sharon, Wayne, Janie, Candy, Ricky and their families. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa 905 433-4711 with funeral service in the chapel on Tuesday March 28, 2006 at 1 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated. Visitation Monday 7-9 p.m.
BERNARD, Bernice
passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer at her home in Port Perry on Thursday March 23, 2006. Bernice Bernard dearly beloved wife of Hal Brooks of Port Perry. Loving mother of Rodney and his wife Tina Bernard. Loving grandmother of Jessica and Chelsea. Dear sister of Bob (Maxine) McLaughlin, Marlene (Syd) Fournier, Patsy (Jean Paul) DuPuis, Rick (Simon) McLaughlin, Dan McLaughlin and Ken (Dianne) McLaughlin. Bernice will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial donations to the North Durham Hospice or Sunnybrook Women's College Hospital would be appreciated.
BLAYONE, Adeline
Gone to walk on the streets that are golden after a valiant fight, at Lakeridge Health in Port Perry on Thursday March 23, 2006 at the age of 66. Adeline Blayone (nee Anonichuk) dearly beloved wife of 46 years to George Blayone of Port Perry. Loving mother of Tracy and her husband Michael Bishop, Todd and his wife Sandra Blayone and the late Brent Blayone. Cherished Baba of Brent, Alexander and Mariella. Dear sister of Anna Bejkowsky. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Spiritual & Emotional Support Services would be appreciated.
BOOTHROYD, David
Quietly at Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto on Thursday, March 23, 2006 in his 68th year. David, long time friend and companion of Pat Cornell. Loved father of Christopher and David Jr. Beloved brother of Norma Waghorne, Vera Hunt and Sheila Orchard. At David s request a private service will be held at a later date. Special thanks to all the Doctors and staff at Princess Margaret Hospital. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, Bowmanville 905-623-5480.
CRUWYS, Helen
(45 year secretary of Dr. McIlveen; longtime member of Harmony United Church; U.C.W.) Peacefully, at home on Thursday, March 23, 2006, at the age of 84. Beloved wife of Lloyd for 55 years. Loving mother of Bill. Cherished 'Grandma' to Diedra and Rachel Cruwys. Dear sister-in-law of Ralph and Thelma Cruwys, Holly and Roma Cruwys, Stanley and Betty Cruwys and Gerald and Marge Cruwys. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Monday, March 27, 2006 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of memorial service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Interment of cremated remains will take place in Baltimore United Church Cemetery at a later date. Donations made in memory of Helen to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
HALTON, Douglas Eric
January 28, 1916 - March 23, 2006Douglas Eric Halton passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends at Fairview Lodge, Whitby on the afternoon of March 23rd, 2006, in his 91st year. Doug was a decorated WWII Veteran having served with the British Army (Essex Yeomanry, Royal Artillery and Indian Airborne Division) in Europe, the Middle East, and India. 'Eric' arrived in Canada in 1954 with his wife Gwen and family and was employed at Shore Gas, Consumers Gas and the Durham Board of Education. Douglas was predeceased by his loving wife of 63 years, Gwendoline May Halton (Bailey). He is survived by his sister Kitty Gould of Stratford. His immediate family of five sons consists of: Allan and his wife Sherillyn (Law), and grandchildren Robin, Ryan and Tracy of Whitby and Tara Bottan (Brian) of Thunder Bay; Barry of Tweed; David and his wife Linda (Edwards) of Whitby, and grandchildren Phillip (Stephanie) and great-grandchildren Lily and Lief of Toronto, granddaughter Heather Thompson (Jason) and great-granddaughter Paige of Brooklin; Ronald and his wife Carol (Sutton), and grandchildren Dawn and Colin of Fenelon Falls; Terry of Whitby. Douglas will be fondly remembered by longtime friend Stu McLerie of Oshawa and family and friends in England, New Zealand and U.S.A. (Wisconsin). The Family would like to thank the staff and residents of Fairview Lodge, Whitby for their loving support and compassion, in particular the residents and nursing staff of ''A'' Wing, and Doug's special nurse Patricia. ''There are angels among us'' Friends may join the family in paying their respects at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410), on Monday, March 27th, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, March 28th, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. followed by Interment at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. A reception will be held at St. Mark's United Church, 201 Centre Street South, Whitby, Ontario. Friends wishing to make donations, in lieu of flowers, may do so to Fairview Lodge, Whitby, ''A'' Wing.
KUDLA, D. Rhona
Peacefully surrounded by her family at The Wynfield, Oshawa on Thursday, March 23rd, 2006. Rhona Kudla (nee Evans), in her 75th year. Cherished wife of William (Bill) for over 50 years. Beloved mother of Peter (Cathie), Bill (Todd), Paul (Julianne), Sandra and Patty (Rich). Loving Granny of Alexandra, Diana, Robert, Erin, Timothy, Michael, Mitchell, Martin, Sally, Amy, Patrick and Jack. Dear sister of Dorothy (Paul Tuerk). Predeceased by her brother Robert Evans and survived by her sisters-in-law Ruth Evans, Elsie Roman and Lorraine Kudla. Lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Rhona enjoyed many artistic endeavours, including being a Guild quilter, a stretch sewing teacher, a bridge club, knitting club and Sweet Adeline member. Rhona s award winning quilts will continue to grace many family homes. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, March 24th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, March 25th at 11:00 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
SMITH, Warren Key
Peacefully after a lengthy illness, Warren passed away on Thursday, March 23rd, 2006 at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa. Beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grand-uncle and friend. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday, March 28th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Bahai Service to take place in the Chapel on Wednesday, March 29th at 11:00 A.M. Interment to follow at Park Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated.
STILES, Roland
Entered into rest at Belleville Hospital on Thursday March 23, 2006 in his 85th Year. Roland beloved husband, of the late Mae Nee Cooke. Loving father of Stewart and Nell, Raymond and Carol, Larry and Rita, Nancy and Jeff Palmer, Norman and Linda, Sally and Don Shelley, Sylvia and Ron Titterton, Roland Jr. and brother of Gerald Stiles, of Nova Scotia. Fondly remembered by his 21 grandchildren ,and 16 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL 110 Dundas St. East Whitby ( 905 ) 668-3410 from 7-9pm Friday. Service in the Chapel Saturday March 25th 2006, at 1pm. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.
TYAS, William Robert
(Former Dean of Business Administration at Centennial College) Peacefully, surrounded by love and family, after a courageous battle, on Thursday, March 23, 2006. Beloved husband of Leonie, loving father of Randall, Suzanne (Joe) and Jonathan (Simone). Dear stepfather of Kirsty and Andrew. Proud grandfather of Anna and Gretchen. Son of the late Jean and Alfred Tyas. Brother of Diane (Roger), Christine (Michael), Stuart (Carol) and Richard. Lovingly remembered by Florence Pugh, Ann Tyas, Ruth Pearce and all his nieces, nephews, family, friends, and colleagues. Special thanks to all the caregivers and specialists in England, Toronto and New York. The family appreciates and extends their gratitude for all the love, support and kindness shown to our father during his six months of illness. Funeral Service at St.Andrew's Presbyterian Church (35 Church St. N., Ajax) on Tuesday, March 28, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Miracle House 80-8th Ave., Suite 315, NY, NY, 10011-5126, would be appreciated.
BROWN, Lawrence Wesley
At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday March 22, 2006 in his 73rd year. Lawrence Brown, beloved husband of Betty Brown. Dear son of the late Reta & David Brown. Dear father of Karen Bowers (Craig), and Dennis Brown (Ginette Petrungauro). Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Jacob Brown, Luke Brown, Tyler Bowers, and Jimmy Bowers. Dear brother of the late Leon Brown. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday March 25th at 1 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 3 5 & 7-9 p.m.
COWAN, Ruth Isabel
passed away Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Wednesday March 22nd, 2006 in her 79th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Frank Cowan, (1981) Much loved mother of Francis Thompson of Toronto, Alex and his wife Annette Cowan of Brooklin, and Debbie and her husband Nick Rykhoff of Toronto. Cherished Grandmother of Lee-Anne, Ojay, Deanne, Jett, Nick and Ryan. Fondly remembered by Taylor and her great-grandchildren. Survived by her sister Margaret Gibson of South Porcupine and predeceased by her brother Bruce Cameron. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday March 27th, at 11:00 am from St. Thomas' Anglican Church (Winchester and St. Thomas Sts.) Brooklin. Flowers are gratefully declined, donations may be directed to Durham Regional Cancer Center, Oshawa or St. Thomas' Anglican Church (Building Fund) would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village, Whitby. (905) 655-3662.
KISS, John
Suddenly on Wednesday March 22, 2006. John Kiss in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Valerie Kiss. Dear father of Rose Marie & her husband the late Denis Lessard, Elizabeth & her husband Norm Kelly, and John Kiss. Loving grandfather of Denyse, Danielle, and Sarah, and great grandfather of Emma. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday March 25th at 3 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Saturday 2 - 3 p.m.
SKINNER, Ronald "Al"
Peacefully on Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at Ajax-Pickering Hospital in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Jean for 53 years. Loving father of Janet and Valerie (Gary). Cherished "Grandad" of Lauren, Veronica and Hilary. A passionate and gifted musician and luthier, Al's humour and "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" will be missed by a large community of Blue Grass pickers. Donations in Al's memory may be directed to the The Heroes of Hope Campaign, Durham Regional Cancer Centre, The Gatehouse, 290Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, ON, L1G 4T5 (orat www.heroesofhope.on.ca)
SZCZEPANIK, Jan
At his residence in Oshawa on Wednesday March 22, 2006, in his 58th year. He is survived by his brother in Poland. He will be sadly missed by his many friends. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Mass of Christian Burial from St. Hedwig's Catholic Church. For further information please contact the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa (905)433-4711.
CAMPBELL, Barbara Joan (nee Clarke)
passed away suddenly and peacefully in her 69th year, in her home in Pickering, Ontario, on March 21, 2006. Dear mother of Cindy of Cayuga, ON, and Werner (Judith) of Calgary, AB. Loving grandmother of Jessica, Craig, Diane, Shannon and Christopher. Also will be sadly missed by brother Jim (Angela) of White Rock, BC. Will be remembered by Joanne and Glenn. Predeceased by her infant son Frederick and by parents Joe and Jane. At her request cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will occur at a later date in Cape Breton.
COLLINS, Mr. Norman Joseph
(WWII Veteran) - At Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa on Tuesday March 21, 2006 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Mary Hill and the late Florence Driscoll. Loving father of the late Jerry (2002) and his wife Marva of Port Perry, Larry of Peterborough, Kenneth and his wife Audrey of Lakefield, Neil and his wife Joanne of Peterborough and Lorraine Collins-Matt and her husband Dennis of Calgary Alberta, Cavan Lepper of Oshawa, Donna Giacalone-Miller and her husband John of Hamilton, Rosalyn Lepper-Spencer and her husband Larry of Peterborough, Cheryl Stevenson and her husband David of Guelph, Maria Lepper and her husband Terry Cooper of Oshawa and Kathryn Delong of B.C. Predeceased by his parents Charles and Rosaline (nee Richie) and siblings William, Fred, Joe, Rosaline Mahoney, Leonard and Edward. Cherished grandfather of 28 and great grandfather of 17. Donations in memory of Norman may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
MCLAUGHLIN, James William
passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 21st, 2006 at Hillsdale Estates, Oshawa. Born November 14th, 1935, Duntocher, Scotland. Beloved husband of Doris. Loving father of daughter Janet Barker and her husband Bill, son Kenneth and his wife Joan and loving Granda to Jennifer, Jacquelin and Daniel. He is survived by sisters (in Scotland) Margaret Ryan (Roddy), Mary Shaw, brothers Robert, John (Anne), sisters-in-law Agnes McLafferty (Lawrie), Janet Tonner and also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by parents Patrick and Rebecca McLaughlin, two brothers Patrick and Thomas and sister Betty. James will be remembered by all those who loved him. Rest in Peace. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE Thornton Chapel 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, March 24th from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST MARY OF THE PEOPLE CATHOLIC CHURCH (570 Marion Ave., Oshawa) on Saturday, March 25th at 1:30 P.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Charity of your choice.
