EVENTS And SERVICES in Durham

Estate Planning Seminar & Complimentary Lunch - McIntosh-Anderson-Kellam Funeral Home - Thursday, May 23, 2013

Durham Waterfront Ride - "Ride with the Mayor(s)" - Sunday May 26, 2013 - for United Way Durham

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BICKNELL, Barbara Anne 'Babs' -   "Express Condolences"

(December 20, 1971 - May 16, 2013)

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday, May 16^th, 2013 after a courageous and valiant 2 year battle with cancer.

Beloved wife and best friend of John Vlad for 15 years.

Wonderful and devoted Mom of Johnny and Katie.

Cherished daughter of Bert and Barb. Babs will be dearly missed by her sisters Sue, Peggy and Sandy. Beloved daughter-in-law of Jack and Joan. Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and many other relative and friends.

Babs truly had the special gift of enriching other peoples’ lives and always put others first. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, May 24^th from 7 – 9 p.m.

Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, May 25^th at 11:00 a.m.

Donations to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME

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LYMER, Peter 'Jerry' -          "Express Condolences"

(Retired 30-Year Employee of General Motors Canada)

Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Thursday, May 16, 2013, on his 85th birthday.

Dearly beloved husband of 62 years to Doris (nee Duff). Loving father of Jim (Susan), Dan (Catherine) and Greg. Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Colin, Erin and Michael.

Dear brother of Robert. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Wednesday, May 22nd from 10:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m.

Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Pontypool United Church.

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME

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PERRONE, Clara -

Peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 66 years.

Beloved wife of Domenico Perrone.

Loving mother of Ida (Luciano), Loide, Lorenzo (Renee) and Debora (Beniamino).

Dear Nonna of Daniel, Adrian, Nicholas, Jacob, Jordan, Daviana and Daxton.

Visitation will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa, (south side of Taunton Rd, just east of Thornton Rd) on Monday, May 20th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm  and  6:00 – 8:00 pm.

The Funeral Service will be held in the DeStefano Chapel on Tuesday, May 21st at 11:00am.

Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery.

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BARKER, Frances Alberta -

(Member of St. Matthew’s Anglican Church)

Peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 15, 2013.

Beloved wife of the late William.

Loving mother of Bill and wife Jayne, John and wife Maureen, April and husband Steve Mortimer. Devoted Nanny to her grandchildren Lindsey, Lisa, Lori, Robin, Tiffany and her great-grandchildren Mason, Alexa, Carter and Callum.

Private family arrangements have been entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558).

Donations made in memory of Frances to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be made at makfuneralhome.com.

McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME

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ELVINS, Henry Bruce –   "View Family Photos & Express Condolences"

(June 6, 1928 - May 15, 2013)

At his residence, in Courtice, on Wednesday May 15, 2013 at the age of 84.

Beloved husband of Sheila.

Loving father of Simon (Gabe Thomas) and Elizabeth (Ryan Jeffs).

Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Rebecca and Liam.

Dear brother of James, Michael and Phyllis.  Henry will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews.

Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) where friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 21st from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.  A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Leprosy Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

On-line condolences may be placed at courticefuneralchapel.com.

COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL

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GOMEZ, Druscilla -

 March 2, 1925 – May 15, 2013

VISITATION

Saturday May 18, 2013 from 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m.

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, L1T 2Z7

FUNERAL SERVICE

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, L1T 2Z7

905-428-8488.

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

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MEINTJIES, Anne Emelene –    "View Family Photos & Express Condolences"

(September 30, 1935 - May 15, 2013)

At Lakeridge Health Corporation, Oshawa on Wednesday May 15, 2013 at the age of 77.

Beloved wife of Laban. 

Loving mother of Greg, Wendy and Wayne.

Dear sister of Omie. Resting at COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, ON (905-432-8484) where the family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 21st from 10-11 a.m.

A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel Tuesday at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the CHARITY of your choice in memory of Anne.

On-line condolences may be placed at courticefuneralchapel.com.

COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL

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SWAIN, Richard Jr. –

At Waypoint Centre for Mental Care, Penetanguishene on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the age of 36 years.

Rick, much loved son of Sharon Williams (Douglas) and Rick Swain.

Loved brother of Michelle and Melissa. 

Dear uncle of Nathen, Nicole, Lucas, and Emma.

Predeceased by his grandparents Norm and Edna Glennie and Al and Sherry Swain.

Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division Street, Bowmanville on Monday, May 20th from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m.

Funeral service in the Morris Chapel on Tuesday, May 21st at 1 p.m. 

Interment Hampton Union Cemetery.

Donations made in Rick’s memory to Community Living, Ajax-Pickering and Whitby (Forestview Specialized Treatment Home) or Community Living, Oshawa/Clarington (Support Services) would be gratefully appreciated.

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WROBLEWSKI, Stanislaw 'Stasiek' -

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanislaw on May 15, 2013, in his 55th year.  After a lengthy and courageous battle with ALS, Stasiek died peacefully with his family by his side.

Born in Wolow, Poland to Anna and the late Michal Wroblewski.

Stasiek was the cherished husband and best friend of Liz for 28 years.  Amazing and much beloved father of Linda, Mark, Anne and the late John Michael.

Will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Anna (late John) Martynek, his nephew Michael (Susan) with their children Ashleigh and Melissa, his niece Cindy (Sean), and their children Jaxon and Spencer, his godmother Mary Oleniuk and her family, and sister in Canada Mary Rusak (Steve).

He also leaves behind many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews in Poland.

Stasiek was a decent, generous, and fun-loving man who has left his family and friends with so many memories that will be treasured forever.

Special thanks to Drs: Wilk, Ladak and Azis of the Palliative Care team. Also a very special thank you to Maurice, Janette and Emily for their loving compassion and care.

Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa (905) 433-4711, for Visitation on Friday, May 17th from 2pm until 4pm  &  7pm until 9pm, with prayers at 8pm.

Funeral Mass will be held at St. Hedwig’s Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, May 18th at 12:00 pm.

Memorial donations are appreciated to the ALS Society.

To place online condolences, please visit armstrongfuneralhome.net.

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GEARING, Paul Curtis –   "Express Condolences"

(September 18, 1942 - May 14, 2013)

Paul passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 14^th, 2013 in his 71^st year.

He spent most of his life in Courtice and was well known to many area residents.

After graduating from Carleton University, he continued his studies in Urban Planning and Regional Development at the University of Waterloo.

Along with property development, Paul’s primary interest was farming, which he pursued for many years.

If Life is more about the journey than the destination, Paul had a full and interesting one ---passionate about hockey (the Leafs, of course), politics and justice.

Predeceased by his parents, Curtis and Olga Gearing, he is survived and dearly missed by his sister Norma and brother-in-law Ron Blaauw, his niece Karen and nephew Daniel and wife Lisa.

Private cremation and memorial service for immediate family only.

If desired as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the CHARITY of your choice.

On-line condolences may be placed at courticefuneralchapel.com.

COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL

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HENRY, Evelyn June (Moore) -   "Express Condolences"

(February 19, 1926 - May 14, 2013)

(25 Year Employee of Chrysler Canada)

Peacefully at The Village of Taunton Mills on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at the age of 87.

Beloved wife of the late Doug Simpson.

Loving mother of Linda (Mike), John (Sharon), Rick (Mary) and the late Dianne (Don). Evelyn will be lovingly remembered by 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and her extended family and friends. Cherished sister of the late Mary Russell.

A special thanks to the staff at The Village of Taunton Mills for their excellent care.

Graveside Memorial Service will take place at Thornton Cemetery, (1200 Thornton Rd. N., Oshawa) on Saturday, May 25th at 2:00 p.m.

Donations may be made to the Durham Region Cancer Centre or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Arrangements under the direction of OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234).

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

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McALEAR, Barbara -   "Express Condolences"

(August 18, 1938 - May 14, 2013)

Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in her 75th year.

Beloved wife of Al for 56+ years.

Loving mother of Shelley Pyatt, Bonnie McDevitt (Paul), and Bob (Darlene).   Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Rebecca, Steven, Natasha and Brendan, and by great grandchildren Kaitlan, Cole and Keegan.

A Celebration of Life will be held at later date.

Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation may be made at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234).

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME

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O'CARROL, Lawrence Vincent -

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lawrence on May 14, 2013 in his 60th year.

Lawrence will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Jeanine of 37 years.

Cherished father to Janet O’Carroll and Laura (Michael) Johnston.

Devoted grandfather to Cade and Tyler Johnston. Loving brother to Wilfred, Frank (Bonnie), Rita (late Rick Pearsall) and predeceased by sister Teresa Racioppo.

Wonderful Uncle to Patricia (Scott) Mills, Crystal and Jenna Racioppo and Cathy Gillmore.

He will be greatly missed by his faithful companion Tessa Coco, and all his many friends.

Family and friends will be received at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village), ON L1T 2Z7 (905-428-8488) on Thursday, May 16 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 – 9:00 pm.

A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of the Funeral Home on Friday, May 17 at 11:00 am.

If desired, memorial donations may be made in lieu of flowers to R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre (Oshawa Hospital Foundation).

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

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OSSO, Delfina -

Passed away surrounded by the love of her family on May 14, 2013 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville at the age of 79.

Devoted wife of Enrico for 54 years.

Loving mother of Marie and her husband Emmanuel Sforza and Franca and her husband Steve Russo.

Cherished Nonna of Stephen, Anthony, Robert, Julianna and Stephanie. Dear sister of Ilda of Australia. Delfina will be fondly remembered by her many family and friends both here and in Italy.

Visitation will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive (Taunton Road East of Thornton) on Thursday, May 16th from 2-4 & 7-9pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 17th at 11am at St. Mary of the People Catholic Church (570 Marion Ave., Oshawa).  Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.

In memory of Delfina, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Memories and condolences may be shared at destefanofuneralhomes.ca.

DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME

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BARNES, Bruce Raymond -

(Retired Orillia Fire Dept. 1992)

Quietly passed away with family by his side at the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Monday, May 13th, 2013 in his 79th year.

Dearly loved husband of Marilyn (nee Lane) for over 50 years. Loved Dad of Rick and his wife Brenda of Whitby, Rob and his wife Marion Garrow of Toronto, Randy and his wife Carol of Manitouwadge and Cindy of Pickering.

Dear Grandfather and Poppa of Melissa, Duncan, Graeme, Kieran, Joshua, Jordan, Zachary and Tyler. Survived by his brother Bill and his wife Pat, and his sisters Bernice Thorburn and her husband Walter and Joyce Stewart and her husband Bill.

Predeceased by Mae, Chester, John and Wayne. Son-in-law of Vici
Lane (late George) and brother-in-law of Ted Lane and his wife Marilyn.

Fondly remembered by many many nieces and nephews.

Visitation at CARSON FUNERAL HOME 54 Coldwater St E. Orillia from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday.

Funeral service to celebrate Bruce's life will be held in the Carson Chapel Thursday morning (May 16th) at 11:00 a.m.

Interment will follow at St. Andrews-St James Cemetery, Orillia.

In memory of Bruce, memorial donations to the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hosptial or St. Andrews Presbyterian Church.

A heartfelt thank you to Doctors and the many care professionals from Harvie 2 for their compassionate care for the last several weeks.

Online messages of condolence are welcome at CarsonFuneralHomes.com, as well as barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com in Whitby.

BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME

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DEWEY, Bernice 'Bud' -

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Bud at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, May 13^th at the age of 90.

Born March 1, 1923 near Campbelford.

Dearly loved wife of Archie for almost 68 years.

Loved and loving Mother of Suzanne (Paul), and Danny (Cathy).

Will be sadly missed by her grandchildren David (Laurie), Lori, and Derek (Ashley) and great grandchildren Katy, Cameron, and Cole. Dear sister in law of Helen and Clair.

Predeceased by her brother Doug, sister Phil (Warren), Eileen, Lil, and twin sister Beatty (Curly). She will also be missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends.

Special Thanks to Dr. Brankston and the Emergency staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, as well as the doctors and nurses on 6C, Access Care, Community Care, and the staff of King Street Pharmacy for all their care and support.

Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa (905) 433-4711, for Visitation on Thursday May 16^th from 2pm until 4pm & 7pm until 9pm.

Funeral Service to be held at Kingsview United Church, Oshawa on Friday May 17^th at 11am.  Interment to follow at Union Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to the charity of your choice.

To place online condolences, please visit armstrongfuneralhome.net.

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FRASER, Helen -

Peacefully passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday May 13, 2013.

Beloved wife of the late Donald.

Loving mother of Donna Fraser.

Cherished sister of Eileen (Arnold) Filazek and the late Orest Drebit.

She will be sadly missed by her nieces, Brenda and Lisa.

Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division Street Bowmanville, on Saturday May 18, 2013 from 10 am – 11 am. 

A Memorial Service will follow in the Chapel at 11 am. Private Family Interment Beechwood Cemetery. 

Memorial Donations may be made to Durham Region Cancer Centre or Durham Region Humane Society.

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JARVIS, Robert Frank -

(employee at ICS Courier Scarborough) -

Suddenly at his home in Oshawa on Monday, May 13, 2013 age 60.

Bob, beloved husband of Elizabeth for 39 years.

Loving father of Amanda (Michael Kmiec) and Frank (Elizabeth). Proud Papa of Samantha, Aaron, Mikey and Xander. Dear brother of William Andrew (Nancy), Edward Roy, Alfred Ronald (Carol) and Gerald Alexander (Shirley). Predeceased by his parents Lester Frank and Edna Mary (nee Knox )Jarvis. Brother-in-law of Margaret Rose Mills and Ernest Mills.

Bob will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Friends may call at MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 1 pm until the time of the Memorial Service in the chapel at 2 pm.

In memory of Bob, donations to the SickKids Foundation or the Durham Humane Society would be appreciated.

MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE

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KUPCIKAS, Bronius (Bruno) -

Passed away peacefully on May 13, 2013 in his 93 rd year.

Predeceased by his wife Aldona (1990).

Dear father of Marie (Michael Corcoran) and Angela (Gary Sparks) and granddaughter Victoria (fiance Anthony Millson).

Survived by his second wife Irene Grybas and her son Paul (Monique) and their daughters Annette and Chantal.

Special thanks to the staff of the Village of Taunton Mills LTC home for their excellent care.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 903 Giffard St., Whitby.

Cremation. Reception to follow in the parish hall.

Because Bronius had an appreciation of nature and the outdoors, in lieu of flowers, donation to the Nature Conservancy of Canada, www.natureconservancy.ca wouild be appreciated by the family.

MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE

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OORD, Femmigje (Fam) -

(March 22, 1919 - May 13, 2013) - Fam went home to her Lord peacefully early Monday morning at the Port Perry Nursing Home.

Fam has made her journey to join her husband Frank Thomas Oord.

She is honoured by her children Tinie Evans, Peter Oord (Jackie), Helen Petrenko (Walt) and Lou Ann Hunt (Douglas). Loving Grandmother to Dean Evans (Maureen), Tracy Stanley (Michael), Debra Oord (Tony), Jason Oord (Mikah), Bradley Clarke (Leanna), Leslie Farrell (Leonard), Bryan Hunt, Neil Hunt (Agnieszka). Great-Grandmother to Jack-Thomas, Wade, Alexis, Violet, Annabelle and Amelia.

Fam leaves behind a loving family who will miss her strength, faith and joyous spirit. The love she has shown throughout her life is the quality we will all strive to emulate.

Our family would like to express our deepest gratitude for the love and care that she received from all of the staff at the Port Perry Nursing Home during the 3 years that she resided there.

A celebration of her life will be held at the Port Perry United Church at 294 Queen Street, Port Perry L9L 1B9, at 11:00 am on Thursday, May 23rd

In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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STONEMAN, Bradley James –

(November 3, 1958 – May 13, 2013)

Suddenly passed away Monday afternoon, and left us to rejoin his parents William Nelson & Florence Virginia, as well as his siblings William Nelson Jr., William Earl, & Geri Florence. Lovingly remembered by his partner Vanessa Brunetti.

He is survived by his sister Loretta Anne and many nieces & nephews.

He will be truly missed by all his friends & family, but never forgotten.

Join us as we remember Brad & celebrate his life at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Visitation will begin at 12:30 p.m. and a service will commence at 1:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

For online condolences please visit armstrongfuneralhome.net.

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FOSTER, Marie -

Passed away peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health center on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at the age of 69.

Marie Foster dearly beloved wife of Alvin Foster of Marmora. 

Loving mother of Brian Foster (Carol), Ruth-Anne Foster (Kevin) and Lisa Foster (Tony). Dear grandmother of Amanda, Kevin, Lyndsay, Brad, Kyle, Cody and predeceased by Brittany, great grandmother of Vanessa and Hailee. Sister of Ronnie (Linda) Galloway and predeceased by David and will be sadly missed by her sister in law Irene Galloway.

Funeral Service in Port Perry on Friday May 17th.  Interment, Prince Albert.

Memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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MACMAHON, Mary Suzanne -   "Express Condolences"

(May 1, 1961 - May 12, 2013)

Passed away on Sunday, May 12^th, 2013 in her 53^rd year.

Dear daughter of David MacMahon and the late Patricia Butler (nee Horner). Loving sister of Paul (Mary Pat), Catharine and Chris (Karen).

Fondly remembered by her nephew, nieces, aunts, uncles and friends. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Monday, May 20^th from 7 – 9 p.m.

Memorial Service will take place at EMMANUEL REFORMED CHURCH (401 Rossland Road West, Whitby) on Tuesday, May 21^st at 10:00 a.m.

Inurnment at Mount Hope Cemetery, Toronto.

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME

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MCGLASHAN, Yvonne -   "Express Condolences"

(April 19, 1930 - May 12, 2013)

Passed away peacefully on May 12, 2013 at Sunnycrest Nursing Home.

Beloved wife of the late Don McGlashan.

Dear mother of Gary, Wayne, Steven, Linda (Steve) Williams, Mike (Debbie) and Mary (Steve) Carr.  Cherished grandmother of Joanne, Chris, Dana, Desirée, Derek, Daniel, Amber, D.J., Darrell, Dustin, Jacob, Katie and Alexandra.

Dear sister of the late Donna Gauthier and Teresa Rocheleau.

Yvonne will be fondly remembered by her great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A Memorial service will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, May 23rd at 11:00 a.m., with visitation prior to the service from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME

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McMARTIN, Michelle 'Shelly' –

Passed away suddenly at home on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 12, 2013 in her 54^th year.

Survived by her father Kenneth and predeceased by her mother Shirley.

Dearest sister of Michael (Laurie), Kelly, Chris, Gwen, and Marrie (Ray).

Lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family & friends.

Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Friday May 17, 2013 at 11 a.m.

Visitation will take place one hour prior to service time.

Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Epilepsy Durham, or the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated and may be made, along with condolences by visiting armstrongfuneralhome.net.

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RISTOW, Dorothy (nee Holmes) -

Passed away peacefully on May 12, 2013 at age 88.

Predeceased by her husband Paul Ristow.

Loving mother of Mark Ristow and his wife Jody, Bart Ristow and his wife Celia, Jody Gowanlock and her husband George, Tammy Ristow, Robin Underwood and her husband Mark. She will be sadly missed by her 10 grandchildren: Michael, Jessica, Courtney, Melissa, Brandon, Connor, Chloe, Carly, Claire and Brett, and 1 great grandchild, Blaise.

A special thanks to all the staff at Lakeridge Health, in both Oshawa and Bowmanville, for the compassion and wonderful support provided to Dorothy.

A private family service is planned.

If desired, donations may be made to Lakeridge Health Foundation or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Association.

Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa.

On line condolences made by made at ArmstrongFuneralHome.net.

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SOUCY, Marie Louise -

(November 27, 1912 - January 29, 2013)

SOUCY Marie Louise (November 27, 1912 - January 29, 2013)

Peacefully on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, Ontario, Louise Soucy passed away in her 100 th year.

She was a member of this Oshawa community for 35 years and during that time volunteered her services to those in need and was an active member of her residence, Faith Place community.

She lived a long full life filled with love from her family and friends. She recently enjoyed a 100th birthday celebration with her whole family and on that day we had never seen her happier.

We will always remember her and how vibrant she was on that day as well as all the wonderful memories she gave us over the many years we were lucky enough to have her.

She leaves behind a loving daughter Nicole Soucy Bernard, who was not only her daughter and advocate but her friend. She also leaves behind a beloved son Danny Soucy from Montreal, Quebec who treasured her with all his heart and his wife Jane. She leaves four grandchildren, son of Danny Soucy, Terry Soucy, his wife Nathalie and their five boys, Yuri, Yann, Nicola, Alexi and Tommy. Son of Danny Soucy, Alex Soucy his wife Lan, and their children Eileen and Hugh. She also leaves behind the daughters of Nicole Soucy Bernard and the late Eddy Bernard, Diane Bernard Baldwin her husband Glenn William Baldwin and their children Daniel and Nicolas and granddaughter Suzanne Bernard Britton and her husband Jeff.

A sincere thank you to the palliative care team at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their compassionate care during her final days.

Friends may call at MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE 21 Garrard Whitby (North of Dundas) 905-443-3376 on Saturday May 11, 2013 from 1:30 followed by a memorial service at 2:30 p.m.

Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Heart and Stroke foundation.

MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE

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AYLES-BOVDUNS, Merry Catherine -       "Express Condolences"

(July 8, 1950 - May 11, 2013)

At Lakeridge Health Corporation, Oshawa on Saturday, May 11, 2013.

Beloved wife of Tony Bovduns. Loving mother of Andrieana (Patrick Montgomery) and the late Robert.  Lovingly remembered by her grandson Connor.

Loved sister of James Jay.  Predeceased by her parents Ron and Catherine Jay.

Loved by her uncle and aunt Jon and Christine Cox and her cousins Pete and Janet Robertson, and their families.

Merry was loved by her many friends and extended family.

Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) where friends are invited to call on Thursday, May 16th from noon – 1:30 p.m.  A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel at 1:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations to the Humane Society would be appreciated.

On-line condolences may be placed at courticefuneralchapel.com

COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL

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BUDGE, Elizabeth Ann -

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at the Markham Stouffville Hospital at the age of 65. 

Elizabeth, beloved daughter to the late James and Millie Budge.

Dear sister to Marlene (John) Hurlburt, Jan (Jim) Gerrow, and Bruce (Nancy Anne) Budge.   Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. 

The family would like to thank the staff and residents at 89 Victoria Street for their loving care. 

Service in Uxbridge on Tuesday, May 14th. 

In her memory, donations may be made to the Association for Community Living.

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De VILLAVICENCIO, Dolores Miranda -

Passed away at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Saturday May 11, 2013 at the age of 87.

Dearly loved wife of the late Jose Luis Villavicencio.

Much loved mother of Jose Luis of Toronto, Maria Auxiliadora and her husband Philippe of Ottawa, Jose Heliodoro and his wife Cecilia of Whitby and Jacinto Javier of Whitby.

Survived by her sister Ana Rosa Miranda of Nicaragua.

Predeceased by her brothers Filadelfo, Ernesto, Jose.

Resting at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby from 10:30 am Saturday, May 8th until time of service in the chapel at 11:30 a.m.

Dolores will be laid to rest beside her loved ones in Masaya, Nicargua.

Messages of condolence may be forwarded to barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com.

BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME

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HAMRE, Eileen Margaret (née MACLeod) -

1920 - 2013

Died peacefully May 11, 2013 in her 93rd year surrounded by her family at home in Whitby, where she had lived since 2009.

Active, thriving, and always independent until two weeks before her passing, Eileen was a pillar of strength and inspiration to her family. With her iPad she stayed in constant touch with grandchildren across the continent and around the world. Predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Lorne, sister Lois Hartling, and parents Christena and W.R. MacLeod of Dalkeith, Ontario.

Survived by her children Gordon Hamre and wife Karen (Le Gresley) of Yellowknife, Elaine Walchuk and husband John Mika of Whitby, and Joan Koritni and husband Tom Underkircher of Houston. Loving Grandmother to Erik and Leah Walchuk (Whitby), Duncan Hamre (Manhattan), Shawn and Tara Koritni (Houston), Stuart and Martha Hamre (Yellowknife). Also survived by sisters Donna Spearman, Mary Helen MacLeod, Sandra Tubman, and brother Ellis MacLeod.

Visitation will be held at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby, on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m.

A Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Cremation with interment at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed online at wctownfuneralchapel.com.

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SZEREMET, Helen (Lena) (nee Maslak) –

Peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday May 11, 2013 at Lakeridge Health Whitby at the age of 91.

Helen was born July 17, 1921 in Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine. She is predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Fred Szeremet.

Loving mother to Valerie (Alan) Morden, and Fred (Audrey) Szeremet. Cherished Baba to Chris, (Jaclyn) Morden, Ken Morden, Stephanie (Rory) Hale, Natalie (Joel) Szeremet and Michael (Jacqueline) Szeremet.

Very Special Little Baba to Keira, Addison, Liam, Teagan, Lexi, and Connor.

Special thanks to Dr. Park, Michelle Acorn and the staff on the 4^th floor at Lakeridge Health Whitby for the compassion and wonderful care given to Helen.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Helen's life on Thursday May 16, 2013 at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME. 124 King Street East, Oshawa.  Visiting from 10am and funeral service at 11am.

Interment St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Ukrainian Cemetery, Courtice.

Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be greatly appreciated by Helen’s family.

To share and an online condolence please visit armstrongfuneralhome.net.

Vichnaya Pamyat

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TSIMIDIS, Kaliopi -

March 25, 1960 – May 11, 2013

VISITATION

Monday May 20, 2013  from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, L1T 2Z7

FUNERAL SERVICE

Tuesday May 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m.

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, L1T 2Z7

McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME

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