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AVERY, Larry Ronald Paul
Suddenly at Beaverton on Saturday, September 22, 2007. Larry was the cherished son of Larry and Judy (Carleton) Avery of Beaverton. Dearly loved brother of Shannon (Brian) Inglis and Kaylee Avery of Beaverton. Grandson of Elsie Avery of Beaverton and the late Milford Avery and the late Charlotte and Grant Carleton. Larry will be missed by his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A service to celebrate Larry's life will be held at the Presbyterian Church, 413 Simcoe Street (Durham Road 15), Beaverton on Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 2 p.m.
SHELEMBA, Nikola Nick
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Saturday September 22, 2007 in his 79th year. Nick will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews Alex Shelemba (Debbie), Pauline Shelemba, Elaine Kyren (Doug) and Dave Shelemba, by his great nieces Kelly, Kristin, Julie, Ashley and Leeanna and by his great great niece Lexus. Predeceased by his brothers Ivan John and Mike. Resting at The ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa 905-433-4711 with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Wednesday September 26th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Visitation 7-9 p.m Tuesday.
WALTER, William George
1934 - 2007 (Served in the Canadian Army RCEME and former employee of the LCBO and former Vice President of OLBEU). passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at the Rouge Valley Hospital, Ajax. Dear husband of 51 years to Helen. Much loved father of Michael and his wife Suzanne. Grandfather of Scott and Marc. Dear brother of Russell, Ethel Medland and Margaret Black. Predeceased by brothers Fred, Peter and sisters Winnie Bilton and Hazel Medland. Dear friend of David, Pauline and Matthew Smith. Will be missed by his nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. Many thanks to the doctors and nurses for their care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
WODNISKY, Michael
Suddenly, in Oshawa, on Saturday Sptember 22, 2007 at the age of 46. Loving father of Amanda and Shawn. Loved son of Barb and the late George. Dear brother of Tim (Robin), Toby (Ian) and Susan (Joe). Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, 905-432-8484 (corner of Highway #2 and Sandringham Dr.) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Wednesday September 26th at 1 p.m. The family of Michael will receive friends at the Courtice Funeral Chapel on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer s Society would be appreciated.
CANNON, Ian
Suddenly, on Friday, September 21, 2007, at his home in Blackstock, at age 56. Ian Cannon, dearly loved father of Jennifer (Mike Arnold), Heather (Anthony Cicerella), Michael (Tanya Stewart) and Jayme, and grandfather of Ashleigh, Shyenne, Malina, Cassandra, Joel, Nadia, Melody and Larkin. Loving son of Mary and the late Mel Cannon. Loved brother of Janet (Ken Rankin), Mary Cannon, Jackie (Ray Rankin), Kevin Cannon (deceased) (Cathy), Laura (John Watson), Johnnie Cannon (deceased), Melodie Cannon, Sheila Cannon and David Cannon (Sharry-Lynn). Caring friend of Norma Boynton. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews and his four legged friend Nicky. The family of Ian Cannon will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, ''McDermott-Panabaker Chapel'', 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Sunday, September 23rd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Monday, September 24th at 11 a.m. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Auxiliary of Lakeridge Health Port Perry, Canadian Diabetes Association, Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.
HANCOCK, Ross Marlow
(Resident of The WynField, Oshawa; longtime member of the Durham District Real Estate Board) At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday September 21, 2007. Marlow in his 89th year. Survived by his wife Helen of Oshawa, daughter Sharon Wilson (Bill) of Oshawa, son Wayne (Brenda) of Blackstock, grandchildren Lisa LaPorte (Chris) of Whitby, Andrea Wilson of St. Catharines, Melissa Gauly (Alex) of Burlington, Adam Hancock and John Hancock, both of Oshawa. Predeceased by his grandson David Marlow Hancock. Remembered by his great-grandchildren Devon and Sierra LaPorte. At Marlow s request, his body has been donated to the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto. A memorial service will be held at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at 1:00 pm with reception to follow. Donations in memory of Marlow to a Charity of choice would be appreciated.
JESSOME, Edward Steven Eddy
Age 36 years. passed away suddenly in Nova Scotia On Friday September 21st 2007. Beloved husband of Maryann. Remembered by stepchildren Melanie, Stephany and John. Loving son of Raija & George Shepard and Bill & his wife Carol Jessome. Dear brother of Pam Jessome & Carolyne Jessome. He is survived by his grandmother Elsa Raatikainen. He will be sadly missed by his cousins Jim McCormick & his wife Nora and Ryan McCormick. Dear uncle of Devon, Dekota, Billy and Olivia.
Visitation will be held at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville, on Friday Sept. 28th 2007 one hour prior to service time. Funeral Service will be held in our Chapel 11 am. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations made to The Clarington Animal Shelter would be appreciated by the family.
KELLY, William Joseph Jr. "Bill"
At his residence on Friday, September 21, 2007 in his 43rd.year. Bill, beloved son of Frances and the late Frederick Kelly. Dear brother of Rena Kimber (Bob), Bob, Rick, Donna (Rick), Pat, Susan and Mike (Barb) Kelly. Lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews and Bill s many friends. Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Friday, September 28, 2007 from 10 11 a.m. Funeral service complete in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Friday, September 28, 2007 at 11 a.m. Cremation at Bowmanville Crematorium with Interment of cremated remains at Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations in Bill s memory to the Hospital For Sick Children would be gratefully appreciated.
MASSON, Francis William (Frank)
At Marnwood Life Care Centre, Bowmanville on Friday September 21, 2007 at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Gladys Mildred Amy (nee Yokom). Loving father of Phyllis M. Crump of Courtice. Lovingly remembered by his grandsons Gregory F. Crump (Laurie) of Oshawa, Darren L. Crump (Maria Magnusson) of Sweden, and Kevin T. Crump (Andrea Nene) of Toronto. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, 905-432-8484, (corner of Highway #2 and Sandringham) with a Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday September 28, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. Interment at a later date in Alton Cemetery, Alton, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
OUELLETTE, Roland Ernest
passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at his home in Whitby on Friday September 21, 2007 in his 76th year. Roland, beloved husband of Beatrice (nee Rogers). Loving father of Patricia Vanelli (Michael), Gerald (Diane), the late Sharon Bovay (Michael), David, Cathy Soule (Jim), Roland Jr., William, and Suzanne Reher (Bill). Proud Grandpa of 16 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by his many relatives and friends. At Roland s request, cremation will take place. The family will receive friends at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410) from 1 to 2pm on Wednesday. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday September 26, 2007 at 2pm followed by Entombment at Union Cemetery, Oshawa. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Cancer Society or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
PARKER, Andrew
Suddenly at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on September 21st, 2007 surrounded by his loving family. Andrew leaves behind his best friend and soul mate of 25 years, Amber, his loving son Andrew (Linda), sisters Norah and Caroline. He will be greatly missed by nephews Greig and Cameron and niece Sarah-Beth (Sadie). His wonderful personality and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew him. Predeceased and reunited with brother James, father Andrew and brother-in-law Sandy. Andrew, rest in peace, finally free of pain and please stay close. A private service was held on Thursday, September 27th. Cremation. Arrangements entrusted to OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West, Oshawa (905-721-1234).
AYLESWORTH, Kathleen Kay May (nee Northcott)
passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 20th, 2007 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Harold R. (Slim) Aylesworth and daughter of the late James Edwin (Yank) and Voilet Northcott. Predeceased by eleven brothers and sisters. Survived by her sister Violet Szoldra; her sons Harold (wife Elizabeth) and William and daughter Judith Anne O Reilly (husband Morris); her grandchildren Grant and James Aylesworth; Steven Kemp and Kara Aylesworth; and great grandchildren Taylor Kemp and Keona Bruton and many nieces and nephews. Kay spent her entire life in Oshawa and worked for almost 30 years as the Cafeteria Supervisor at Lakeridge Health Centre. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, September 23rd from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, September 24th at 1:00 P.M. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.
BARASSIN, Peggy (Margaret Miriam)
passed away with her family by her side at home in Fairview Lodge in Whitby on Thursday September 20, 2007. Peggy in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Edward Barassin. Dear mother of Jean Essery and her husband Al Sewell, Chris and her husband Gord Geer, Mike and his wife Marlene and Ted and his wife Penny. She will be truly missed by her grandchildren Terry Essery, Laurie Essery, Cindy Wilson, Sean Barassin, Stephanie Dick, Mark Barassin, Richard Barassin, Lisa Geer, Kyle Geer and her many great grandchildren. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Monday September 24th, 2007 at 4 p.m. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior the service.
HAJNAL, Joseph F.
passed away peacefully in Oshawa, ON, formerly from Kitchener, ON, surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 20th, 2007 in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Elisabeth (Zs ka) and sons Joe Jr. and his family and Tom and his family. Loving Grandfather of Amy, Shane, Jessike, Kyle and twin brothers, Mitchell and Garrett and many relatives in Toronto and Hungary. Joe graduated from the Institute of Geology and Mining Technology (1954) Hungary, all his life worked as Plant Engineer and in many diverse industries, retiring in 2000. Besides his regular jobs, his passion was the sport of Boxing and devoted all his spare time to coaching. He was a founding member of the Canadian Amateur Association (1968) and Boxing Ontario (1973) where he served (1973-1984) as director of Coaching during his tenure. Joe wrote and published many articles all related to the improvement in coaching and safety in boxing. One of these papers served as the basis for Level I and II Technical Manual. Besides many duties, Joe coached in club level in Kitchener and Oshawa to help young athletes achieve their goal to be Ontario and Canadian Champions and his best friend Fitzroy The Whip Vanderpool to a Canadian Professional Championship. In 2007 Joe was inducted into Ontario s and into the Canadian Hall of Fame for all his contribution to Boxing in Canada. As per Joe s wishes cremation has already taken place and a memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at OSHAWA HUNGARIAN CULTURE CLUB, 64 Albany St., Oshawa, Ontario on Sunday, September 30th, 2007. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Charity of your choice can be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234).
MERRICK, Shirley Doreen
passed away peacefully at Bloomington Cove on Thursday September 20, 2007. Shirley Merrick at the age of 74. Loving wife of James (Jim). Loving mother of Teresa, George, Susan, Nellie, Jacqueline, Lance, Allan & the late Jimmy. Beloved sister to June, Doris, Joyce, Bob, Frank and the late Vera, George and Clifford. Shirley will be sadly missed by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Tuesday September 25, 2007 at 11 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Monday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.
O'NEILL, James Edward "Jimmy''
passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 20th, 2007 at his home at the age of 62. Dearly beloved husband of Elizabeth for 37 years. Loving father of Stephen and his wife Stacey and the late Michael and his wife Michelle. Cherished Granda of Carleigh. Lovingly remembered by his sisters Cath Campbell and her husband Neil, Frances Gaudet and her husband Ray and Anne Cox and her husband Chuck. Predeceased by his brother Thomas O'Neill (Jean). James is fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, September 23rd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, September 24th at 11:00 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
SIMPSON, Sandra
passed away unexpectedly on Thursday September 20th, 2007 at the age of 65. Beloved wife for 45 years of Robert. Loving mother of Todd. Cherished daughter of Valeria and the late Lorne Begg. Friends will be received at the MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, (21 Garrard Road, Whitby, 905-665-0600) on Sunday September 23rd, 2007 from 4-5 p.m. at which time a Memorial Service will commence to celebrate Sandra's life and will be held in the chapel. Cremation will follow. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
SPRAGER, Eva
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp, Oshawa on Thursday September 20, 2007. Eva Sprager in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Fred Sprager. Loving mother of Fred Sprager and his wife Louise, Mary Mitchinson and her late husband James and the late Stanley Sprager. She will be sadly missed by her daughter in law Alice Sprager, her grandchildren Laureen Park (Stephen), Gayle Houle (Larry), Cathy Sprager, Leah Sprager, Heather Opdam (Hank) and by her great grandchildren, James and Lauren Houle, Gregory and Nicole Park and Hank Jr. and Josh Opdam. Dear sister of Mary Cple and her husband John. She will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Eva lived a full and happy life, she was a very devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She will be truly missed by all. Many thanks to the staff at The Wynfield for their wonderful care and companionship. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Mass of Christian Burial in St Gregory the Great Catholic Church on Saturday September 22, 2007 at 11a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the funeral home Friday at 8p.m. Memorial donations to The Wynfield Nursing Home would be appreciated. Prayers will be held at the funeral home Friday at 8p.m. Memorial donations to The Wynfield Nursing Home would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 7-9 p.m.
BELL, Crawford
(Partner of Steelhawk Plate Profile, Oshawa; member of Moose Lodge #2132, Oshawa) Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Wednesday, September 19, 2007. Crawford, in his 61st year. Beloved husband of Heather (nee Carey). Predeceased by his parents Alice and John Blencowe and his sister Sandra. Dear stepfather of Sheri Lapa and her husband Chris of Ottawa, Jennifer Hewak and partner Derrick Campbell of Oshawa and their families. Son-in-law of Edith Carey and the late Albert Carey of Oshawa. Brother-in-law of Fay (Brian) Weiss of Bowmanville, Gloria (Glad) MacLean, Gary Carey, Bryan (Nora) Carey, Wendy (Mike) Graziano, Nancy (Ford) Mullin, Michele (Scott) McLeod, all of Oshawa and many nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by his four-legged friend Sailor. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held at ST. MATTHEW'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 135 Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. followed by cremation. Donations made in memory of Crawford to St. Matthew's Anglican Church or a Charity of choice would be appreciated by his family.
FENTON, Gladys
(Longtime member of College Park Seventh Day Adventist Church) Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Bowmanville on Wednesday, September 19, 2007, in her 90th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Robert Fenton. Devoted mother of Brian and his wife Pat Fenton of Thornhill, Barry and his wife Janice Fenton of Newcastle and Bruce and his wife Vicki Fenton of Oshawa. Proud grandma of Shelley, Krystle, Daryl, Robyn, Elissa and Hayley. Dear sister of Leslie, Robert, Ellen, Clifford and Raymond. Gladys will also be remembered by her extended family and many friends. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Friday from 6-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby. Donations in memory of Gladys to the Canadian Cancer Society, A.D.R.A., or the Kingsway College Worthy Student Fund would be appreciated. A special thank you to the caregivers at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville for the care provided to Gladys.
