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SUTHERLAND, Kenneth W.
(Longtime employee of General Motors and member of Local 222 CAW) passed away after a lengthy illness surrounded by loving family at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, July 11th, 2007 at the age of 63 years. Ken will be greatly missed by Patricia Lee. Dear father of Ken (Victoria) Sutherland and Craig (Charity) Sutherland. Adored Grandfather of Kailea Tamblymn, Shawna Mclean, Sara and Melissa. Friends were received at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME,847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, July 12th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Friday, July 13th at 1:00 P.M. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
SINCLAIR, Aileen Mary (Molly)
One great lady; one life well lived. Molly was a woman ahead of her time - a business woman, a teacher, a leader, a woman of faith. She was one great and influential mother and grandmother to Ron (Barbara, Lynne, Brian, and Alan), Jim (Pat, Scott, and Todd), Kathy (Barrie, Kendra and Krystyne), Susan (Kyle and Tyler), and later to Stephen (Roberta) and John (Heather). Best friend and wife of the late James Cameron. Great Grandma to 7, so far! Predeceased by her brothers, Art and Bruce; much loved by sisters, Jessie and Margaret. Mom passed away peacefully on July 10, 2007 in her 91st year, with Kathy and Susan by her side. She was an inspiration to many; always giving, sharing and lending a hand. Her radiant smile and her sparkling eyes conveyed her love of life. What a legacy she left! Please join us in a celebration of Molly's life at Uxbridge Baptist Church, 231 Brock St. W, Uxbridge, Ontario on Thursday, July 12, 2007. Visitation at 1:00 p.m. Service at 2:00 p.m. If desired, donations to Parkview Home, 123 Weldon Rd., Stouffville, ON L4A 0G8 or Uxbridge Baptist, Mission Fund, 231 Brock St. W. Uxbridge, ON L9P 1B1 would be appreciated by the family.
SMITH, Ralph
passed away at the Versa Care Centre in Uxbridge on Tuesday July 10, 2007 at the age of 85. Ralph Smith husband of Pat Smith. Loving father of Carol and her husband Dan Steward, Ray and his wife Kathy Smith and predeceased by his daughter Ann and her husband Keith Moore. Dear grandfather of 12 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Brother of Raymond, Tex, Shirley, Kay and predeceased by Lloyd, Earl, Lorraine, Jim, Lucy and Edna. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Ralph Smith will be held in the chapel on Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Cowboy Crisis Fund would be appreciated.
WORDEN, Kathleen Kay (nee Scott)
Peacefully on Tuesday July 10, 2007 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville in her 88th year. Kay, beloved wife for 63 years of the late Sydney Worden. Loved mother of Tom and his wife Pat, John and his wife the late Gaye, Paula and her husband Doug, and Rob Tiger and his wife Karin. She will be deeply missed by her grandchildren Brad, Beth, Natalie, J.J., Joanna, Kurtis, and Christopher, and her great grandchildren Lauren and Hayden. ear sister of Audrey Millar, and the late Agnes Yake. Kay was a long time resident of Courtice and a member of the Bowmanville Curling Club. Special thanks to the caring staff at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville for the compassionate care that Kay received. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Thursday July 12th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A funeral service will take place on Friday July 13th at 11am at Ebenezer United Church (Courtice Road and Bloor Street). Interment Ebenezer United Church Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Lakeridge Health Bowmanville or the Charity of choice would be greatly appreciated by Kay s family.
HALE, Betty Alice
Peacefully at Foster brook Long-Term Care Facility, Newcastle on Monday, July 9, 2007 at the age of 70 years. Betty, beloved wife of Walter John (Billy) Hale. Loved mother of James William Hale and his wife Carolyn, Donna Marie Stark and her husband Terry. Loving grandmother of Laurie Hale (Rob), Jenny Hale (Roger), Rebecca Hale (Chris), Paul Stark and Jamie Stark, and great-grandmother of Trevor, Alyssa and twins Carson and Carlie. Dear brother of James Waddington and his wife Marie. Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St, Bowmanville on Thursday from 2 4 and 7 9 p.m. Funeral service complete in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Friday at 1 p.m. Cremation at Bowmanville Crematorium with Interment of cremated remains in Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations in Betty s memory to the Durham Region Diabetic Association would be gratefully appreciated.
HARNISH, Shane Kenneth
(Longtime member of Branch #43, Simcoe St. Legion) Peacefully, after a lengthy battle with cancer at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Monday, July 9th, 2007 at the age of 44. Shane, will be deeply missed by his loving wife Susan and his beloved children Nicholas and Gino. Will be sadly missed by his father Ray and his wife Karen Harnish, and his mother Roberta Fowler. Dear brother of Bill (Nicole) Harnish, Debbie Harnish (Robert) and Kevin Harnish. Fondly remembered by many extended family members of the Russo family, friends, nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, July 11th from 2 4 and 7 9 P.M. Prayers 2:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at HOLY CROSS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (373 Simcoe St. S.) on Thursday, July 12th at 10:30 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Children s Trust Fund would be appreciated. Cheques payable to Rosario Russo In Trust for Nicholas and Gino.
LANE (Nee Jackson)
BEATRICE Following a brief illness, on Monday, July 9, 2007, at Langley Memorial Hospital BC. Beatrice Lane, formerly of Oshawa and Oakville, passed into the presence of the Lord she loved and served. She was in her 106th year. Beatrice was predeceased by her parents, John and Mary Jane (Love) Jackson, her sister Margaret Kelly, two brothers William and Albert, one son and her beloved husband of 66 years, Walter Lane, (2004). She is survived by her only daughter, Brenda Jean, (Robert Roxburgh), and also deeply loved by three grand-children, Cameron (Shelley), Heather, Graham (Janis), and twelve great grand-children, all of BC. In Ontario, among those mourning her passing, are three nieces, Muriel Rice, Betty Hardyman and Colleen Sorge of Dunnville, two great nieces, Elaine Kelly of Burlington, Ann Cook of Stoney Creek and cherished friends of many years, Ruth Hunter of Hamilton, Verna Reimer of Oshawa, Dorothy Wheaton of Oakville and Fran Saunders of Sarnia. Beatrice was born in Leeds, England, raised and educated in Dunnville and Hamilton and was a graduate of Toronto Bible College. For eleven years she worked as a missionary and a practical nurse in rural Nigeria, West Africa, (SIM). In 1938 she and Walter were married in Hamilton. Following Walter's service as an RAF pilot in WW II, the couple resided in Oshawa, (17 years), Oakville (41 years), and latterly Langley BC (4 years). While in Oshawa, /Bea and Walter resided on Carnegie Ave., and Westdale Court. They were members of Calvary Baptist Church. They enjoyed a wide circle of friends and were very active in churches and related ministries, and in educational and political organizations. Service for Christ motivated them. From her teen years, Beatrice had a deep personal Christian faith and commitment, was a fervent prayer and maintained a life -long passion for foreign missions and church planting. Many have deeply cherished her influence, friendship, generosity, her zest for life and her courage. A remarkable life, well lived! A service of Celebration and Thanksgiving will take place at Southside Community Church, Robson Park Campus, 12642, 100th. Ave, Surrey, BC. on Friday July 20th., 2007 at 7:00 pm.
McCONNELL, William John
passed away at Seven Oaks Home for the Aged, Scarborough July 9th, 2007 in his 80th year. Dearly loved husband of Frances. Much loved father of Brian McConnell of Acton and Wayne McConnell and his wife Lisa of Brooklin. Grandfather of Chantal, Carly, Michael and Liam. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street, Brooklin Village, Whitby from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral service in the chapel Thursday afternoon (July 12th) at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations may be directed to the Alzheimer Society.
PRIEST, Shirley Jean
Peacefully, on Monday July 9th, 2007 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born in Saint John, N.B. December 21, 1933. Daughter of the late Frank H. Mason and Freda (Hubbard) White. Survived by two sons; Howard Priest and Michael Cassady and two daughters; Joanne MacLeod and Deborah Bent, and three sisters. Loving 'Nana' to Jennifer, Graham, Stephanie and Adam and 'Great Nana' to Weston. Remembered by her several nieces and nephews. Private family arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558). If desired, donations made to Oshawa Hospital Foundation - Colonel R. S. McLaughlin Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated. A special thank you to Dr. Philip Chan and the wonderful Palliative Care Team.
ROBINSON, Colleen
passed away peacefully on Monday, July 9th, 2007 with her family by her side. Cherished wife of Guy Manner. Fondly remembered by her two children Dena and John. Beloved daughter of Laura and Wilfred Cyr. Sadly missed by her brother and sister Terry and Lynn. Will be missed dearly by her granddaughter Mckenna. Fondly remembered by all family and friends. We will always love you. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Saturday, July 14th at 3:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
THORPE, Daniel
Peacefully after a brief illness on July 9, 2007 at Mount Sinai Hospital. Predeceased by his wife Jackie. Loving father of Christine (Gerald), Robin (David) and Paul (Jill). Proud grandfather of Courtney, Laura, Erin, Samantha, Allie, Keegan and Lexi. Remembered by Paul (Kathleen), Rick (Glenda), Linda (Mike) and Cathy. Sadly missed by many other family members and friends. Mr. Thorpe will be resting at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby, 905-668-3410 on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Thursday, July 12, 2007 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Church, 903 Giffard Street, Whitby on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 10 a.m. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. In memoriam donations may be made to a Charity of choice.
ABNETT, William Arthur
(33 year employee of Bell Canada) passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family at Fairview Lodge on Sunday July 8, 2007 at the age of 80. Bill, beloved husband of Margaret for 54 years. Dear father of Karen Longair, Bill (Jennifer) Abnett and Mark (Karen) Abnett. Cherished grandfather of Ryan, Adam, Ben, Alisha, James and Emily. Will be missed by sister Barbara (Jack) Sharp. Sadly missed by many family and friends. Special thank you to the caring staff of D wing at Fairview Lodge and Doctor Baker and nursing staff at the Ajax Pickering Hospital. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, July 12th at 10:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated.
HEUGHAN (FENTON), Christina
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother on Sunday, July 8th, 2007 in her 91st year. She will be fondly remembered by her 4 children, and their spouses, as well as her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church (796 Eyer Dr., Pickering) at 1:00 p.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
LENA, Vincenzo
Suddenly at his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday July 8, 2007 in his 72nd year. Vincenzo, beloved husband for 38 years of Rosa Lena (nee Licari). Loved father of Sandra Lena, Maria and her husband Gary Thajer, Claudia Lena and Joe Lena. Loving Nonno of Michele, Melena, and Matteo. Vincenzo will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all his loved family and many dear friends. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Thursday July 12th and Friday July 13th from 6pm 9pm. Prayers on Friday evening. A funeral mass will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church (3800 Courtice Road North) on Saturday July 14th at 11am. Entombment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum. Memorial donations to the Charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.
BROWNLEE, Anne Marie
Anne was born on June 19th, 1915 to the late Richard and Anne Kyle. She passed away at Thorntonview Nursing Home on Saturday July 7, 2007, at 92 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Alex Brownlee. She is predeceased by her brothers; Jack, Richard (Dick), Arden and Robert and by her sisters Maggie, Maude and Winnifred. She will be sadly missed by her niece Martha Barclay and fondly remembered by her many other nieces and nephews. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Tuesday July 10, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
GRIFFIN, Harold Grenville
Suddenly at his home in Whitby on Saturday July 7, 2007 at the age of 70. Grenville, beloved husband of Jane Griffin (nee Payne). Loving father of Keith Griffin of Whitby, Jennifer Griffin of Long Island, NY, and Jeff Griffin and his wife Linda of Hong Kong. Loved grandad of Joshua and Quinn. Dear brother of Melville (Minnetta), Karl, Dolores Meisner, and Twyla Brandreth (Malcolm). Grenville will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all his loving family and many dear friends. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, (905-433-4711) on Tuesday July 10th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A funeral service will be in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday July 11th at 1pm. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
MAGUIRE, Mary
It is with sadness and peace that we anounce the death of our dear mother, Mary Maguire, age 87, at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, on Saturday, July 7th, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Francis Maguire. Dearest mother of Margaret and her husband Gerry McCafferty of Whitby, Paddy and his wife Patsy of Orono, Mary and her husband Jackie Coyle of Ireland, and the late James. Fondly remembered Granny of Tommy, Marie, Kathleen, Seamus, Sean and Pamela all of Ireland, and Caroline, Des, Frances, Arlene, Michael and Marty all of Canada. Great-Granny of seventeen. Dear sister of Margaret (of Ireland), and George (of England), and she will be sadly missed by her nephew Martin Breslin (of Whitby). Mass will be held at St. Bernadette's Church (21 Bayly Street East, Ajax) on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. If desired donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
CHALMERS, Joyce
passed away peacefully on July 6th, 2007 at Ballycliffe Nursing Home in her 85th year. Survived by her son, David and his wife Linda. Proud grandmother of Brad and his wife, Cathy, and great- grandmother to Logan. Survived also by her sisters, Gwen and Betty, and sister-in-law Anne. Joyce was a WWII W.R.E.N, a retired school teacher, and a member of the O.E.S. A private family Interment will take place at a later date. If family and friends so desire, donations to St. Paul's United Church (Ajax) would be greatly appreciated.
JOINER, Marjorie Ruth
Age 77 years. passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville On Friday July 6th 2007. Beloved wife of the late Robert Joiner. Dear sister of Joyce Greene, Helen Brown (Ted), Gordon (Mary), Percy Greene & the late William & Calvin Greene. Dear sister-in-law of Gladys & Francis Greene. She is survived by her nieces & nephews. There will be no visitation or Funeral Service. Cremation has already taken place. Those wishing to honour her memory may do so by making a donation to the Charity of your choice. Arrangements were entrusted to THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville 905-623-5668.
MORRIS, Brian Lloyd
December 30, 1945 July 6, 2007 Brian Morris passed away peacefully in Whitehorse, Yukon, on July 6, 2007, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Lynne, his children David, Anne (Mike) and Sarah (Russell), his grandchildren, Matthew, Hannah and Grace, his sister Margot (Clement), his brother John (Val), his niece Allison (Dean), his nephew Mike (Laurie), and several cousins. Brian was predeceased by his parents Dr. Maurice and Muriel Morris of Oshawa. Brian grew up in Oshawa, attending Mary and King Street Public Schools and O Neill C.V.I. before graduating from the University of Toronto with a degree in Law. Brian and Lynne moved to the Yukon in 1978 for Brian to join the law practice of Cable, Veale, Cosco and Morris. He was an active member of the Yukon Bar and the Whitehorse Community. A memorial service will be held in Whitehorse on Monday July 16, 2007. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Yukon Law Foundation (#202 - 302 Steele Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C5) in memory of Brian Morris. Brian served on this scholarship committee for many years.
RUSSELL, John Thomas
Suddenly, after a brief illness, on Friday July 6, 2007, in Edmonton, Alta. Predeceased by his wife Sarah. Loving father of Margaret (Mark Pasternack), Joan (Harry Hess), Barbara, John, Glenn, Dennis (Christine Russell). Loving grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of the late June, Pat, and Judy. Cremation in Alberta. A Celebration of John's Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 471 Simcoe St. S. in Oshawa on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 2-5pm.
VINCENT, Marguerite Irene (Robert)
passed away at Hillsdale Terrace Oshawa on Friday July 6th, 2007 in her 86th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Samuel Vincent ( 1968). Survived by her daughter Pat (Wayne) Ashton, and her son Michael ( Linda). Sister of Helen (Armand) Lapointe, Yvette Rivet, Morris, Roger (Teresa) and Auriel (Marie Paul) and the late Charlie and Rheal. Grandmother of Kim (Al) Muise, Melissa ( Darcy) Bremner, Paul and Laurie. Great Grandmother of Bryan, Michelle, Joshua and Brooklyn. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 79 Baldwin Street Brooklin Village, Whitby from 12 Noon Saturday July 14th until time of service to follow in the chapel Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. In Memory of Marguerite, memorial donations may be directed to your favourite Charity through Memorial Chapel Brooklin.
