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BEAMISH, Lillian Jean - (January 20, 1932 - October 27, 2022, Oshawa, Ontario)
Sadly, Lillian Jean Beamish passed away on Thursday, October 27th, 2022 in her 91st year at the Wynfield Long Term Care Home in Oshawa.
She was recently predeceased by her long-time best friend, Katherine (Kay) Helleur, on September 12th, 2022.
Lillian was the last surviving offspring of Edith Brown and Kenneth Beamish.
She was predeceased by her siblings Margaret Campbell (Walter, d.), William (Joyce), Helen Winter (Bill), Ross Shaffer (Churyl), and Donald (Barbara, d.)
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WATT, Resurreccion "Rose" Watt - April 16, 1936 - October 27, 2022
Peacefully on Thursday, October 27, 2022, "Rose" Resurreccion Booc Watt passed away.
Rose is survived by her husband, Harold Edward Watt; and her three children, Edward N. Watt, Stuart S. Watt, and James H. Watt.
Rose was born on April 16, 1936 to Sisinando Tolo and Dionesia Booc Tolo in Butuan City, Augusan Del Norte, in the Philippines.
She graduated from Southwestern University in Cebu in 1964.
In the late 60's she emigrated to Canada where she worked as a Registered Nurse. On August 31, 1969 she married Harold Edward Watt.
Rose was a devoted wife and mother.
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HALLIDAY, Lorraine Violet Halliday - September 20, 1932 - October 27, 2022
It is with profound sadness we say goodbye to our loving mother, Lorraine Violet Halliday (Bridge), born September 20, 1932, who passed away at the age of 90 on October 27, 2022.
Predeceased by her loving husband, Jack Bridge, and her infant son, John.
Lorraine will be sadly missed and loved by her children Patricia (Earl), Sharon (Roy) and Steven (Julie).
Remembered for her generosity and fun loving spirit she will be forever missed by her grandchildren Dylan (Brianne), Hayley (Todd), Jesse (Lauren), Zack, Taylor (Kyle), Kaitlyn (Andre) and Hayden (Christine) and her great grandchildren Sawyer, Hudson, Wyatt, and “soon to be “ Baby Girl DiMambro.
She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews, her sister-in-law and lifetime friend, Joan Bridge, and her many friends.
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WORDINGHAM, Joan Margaret (nee SEABORNE) - February 17, 1919 - October 27, 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother (OUR Queen) who passed away peacefully at the wonderful age of 103 with family by her side on Thursday October 27th in Woodstock.
Predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Bill and two sons Hugh and Michael.
She was dedicated to her large family of surviving children Ann (David), Sally, Anthony (Marg), Mandy (Ricardo) and 14 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.
Mum was a military wife who enjoyed all that military life had to offer and along with our Dad made many lifelong friends.
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KERRY, Richard William C. – June 23, 1966 - October 27, 2022
With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband and brother Richard William C. Kerry on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the age of 56.
He was a huge fan of car racing, camping at Riverwood Park and online video gaming.
Rick was an excellent horseshoe and dart player, winning many trophies for each.
He was a Certified Parts Consultant at Roy Nichols Motors Ltd. for over 10 years.
Rick was predeceased by his parents, Donald and Barbara Kerry and leaves behind his wife Marge Kleins, and sisters Heather (Ralf) Guminki, Cindy Stuart, Donna (Dave) Salt and Sherry Kerry as well as 6 nieces/nephews and 5 grand nieces/nephews.
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CALOGERO, Pasquale (Pat) Calogero - APRIL 1, 1938 – OCTOBER 27, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the age of 84.
Beloved husband of Nancy. Loving father of Rosy.
Caring brother (brother-in-law) of Antonietta (Franco), Angelina (the late Vincenzo), Filomena (Mario), and is predeceased by his brothers Ferdinando (1974) and Pasquale (1936).
Son of the late Francesco Paolo and Rosa Vita of Banzi, Province of Potenza, Italy.
Zio/Uncle Pat will be deeply missed by all his nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A barber by trade, Pat gave decades of haircuts on Cedar St. in South Oshawa.
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GARNER, June Sandra Garner - October 12, 1941 - October 27, 2022
Passed suddenly at her home in Brooklin on Thursday October 27th, 2022 at the age of 81.
Survived by her husband Roy Garner for 62 years.
Much loved mother of Dan and his wife Bonnie, Larry, Terry and his wife Savi, and Barb Broda and her husband Randy.
Cherished grandmother of Brittney, James, Becky, Cassidy, Victoria, Elora, Meagan, Courtney, Kaylin, Tyler, Jessica and Sarah. Great grandmother of Julian, Trinity, Bennett, Olivia, Marley, Easton, Ayla, and Reid.
Survived by her sister Barbara Newman (late Fred).
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RHODE, Eva - Eva was a great sister to Barbara who predeceased her, Adam and Piotr and a wonderful friend to many.
Eva found no greater joy than spending time with family and friends talking or enjoying a cup of coffee or even a meal together.
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MADILL, Lillian Kathleen (nee Turner) Madill - November 7, 1922 - October 28, 2022
Kay was born in Stouffville, Ontario, on November 7, 1922.
She attended school in Stouffville and then joined Dominion Business College in Toronto.
When she was 21 years, she joined the Royal Canadian Navy.
During most of her service she was stationed in Quebec City.
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WARNER, Melissa (nee Brace) - Melissa passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry at the age of 46.
Cherished wife of Eric Warner for 19 years.
Proud and devoted mother to Grace, Zoë, Leah and predeceased by her infant son James.
Loving daughter to Cathy Juchau (Richard) and Jack Brace (Julie).
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COOKE, Garry Ronald Cooke - With deep sorrow and sadness in our hearts we announce the passing of Garry on October 28th, 2022 at Hillsdale Estates.
Devoted husband of Sandra (nee Hall).
Proud father of Lori Cooke, Lisa Kowal (Wade Serediuk) and Heather Cooke (Jamie Park). Loved by grandchildren Nicholas (Hailey), Erin (Zach) and Jessica.
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BEGIN, Melanie Begin - SEPTEMBER 15, 1965 – OCTOBER 26, 2022
Passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle against cancer on Wednesday October 26th, 2022 in Vancouver BC at St. Paul's Hospital surrounded by her family at the age of 57 years.
Dearly beloved wife of Alex of 41 years.
Loving mother of Robin Paquette (Marie-Helene), and Simon Paquette (Riley), and her beloved furry friends Dexter and Mini.
Dear sister of Hugue (Patty), Bertrand (Christine), and Odile.
Predeceased by her parents Jean-Paul Begin and Marthe Goulet. Melanie will be missed by her nieces, nephews, family, friends in Ontario and Quebec.
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BENETIN, John Fred - August 4, 1945 - October 26, 2022
John passed suddenly at his home on Wednesday October 26th, 2022 at the age of 77.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 44 years, Cheryl.
His Son, Adam.
And his three grandchildren. His sister-in-law Gail Luke and brother Ed Benetin.
As well as many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
John will be forever remembered for his love of golf, cars and family.
He will be dearly missed by all who knew him and his great sense of humour.
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MISASI, Teresa - July 24, 1931 - October 26, 2022
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at home, at the age of 91.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Pasquale.
Loving mother of John and Maria (Gino).
Devoted Nonna of Leonardo and Assunta (Tommy).
Teresa will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends.
Special thank you to her team of health care professionals, her doctor and personal support workers that were attentive to her well-being and assisted in her care.
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SHANNON, Antoinette Shannon - December 2, 1941 - October 26, 2022
In loving memory of our mother, Marie Antoinette Shannon, 80, who passed away peacefully on October 26th surrounded by family, after a very short battle with cancer.
Born December 2, 1941, in Jacquet River, New Brunswick, Antoinette was predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Lawrence, her loving husband Arnold, and her sister Corinne.
Mom is survived by her sisters and brother, Veronica (Alphonse – deceased), Jeannette (Real – deceased), Camille (Jeannine), and Sylvia (Bob); her children, Ken (Sherri), Lisa (Clint – deceased), and Todd (Shannon); her grandchildren, Amanda (Junior), Cara (Tyler), Garnet (Delta), Cindy, Katie (Joey), Jack, Neil, and Dylan; great-grandchildren, Marcus, Sayde, Delaney, Maliyah, Lily, Easton, Cecilia, Emilia, and Georgia.
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HAREWOOD, Brevston Devania Harewood - NOVEMBER 18, 1948 – OCTOBER 26, 2022
Passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, just shy of his 74th birthday.
Beloved husband of Beverley.
Loving father of Lisa Lorray, Natalie Smith and Marsha Harewood.
Father-in-law of Ian.
Special grandfather to Terrel Chambers, Deshawn Chambers, Danae Smith, Talia Smith, Josiah Lorray, Emmanuel Lorray, Daniella Lorray and Alexis Lorray.
Dear brother of Stephen, Eustace and Peter.
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FINLAYSON, Roy Finlayson - January 11, 1944 - October 26, 2022
Passed away at his home in Port Perry on Wednesday October 26th, 2022 at the age of 78.
Loving husband of Cathy and much loved Dad of Rob and his wife Jennifer.
Cherished Papa of Alex.
Survived by his sister Louise Powis.
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CLARKE, Shirley Maria Anna (nee Volkers) - Of Beaverton, ON. Born in Amsterdam, Netherlands passed away peacefully October 26, 2022 in her 69th year.
Loving partner to James for 51 years, dear mother to Derek and dear grandmother to Nick.
Predeceased by her parents Hank and Elizabeth Volkers and her in-laws Howie and Mary Clarke.
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HALL, Jenny Hall - With broken hearts we sadly announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother and grandmother at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on October 27th, 2022.
Much loved mother of Sandy Lynn West and Jennifer Shawn Ellis (John Laracy).
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OLIVEIRA, Carlos C. Oliveira - 1955 - 2022
After bravely fighting a difficult battle with cancer, Carlos passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family in the early morning of October 27, 2022.
Carlos married the love of his life, Alice in 1977, who survives him.
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HIGGINS, Eugene - Passed away at his home on October 25, 2022, at the age of 94.
Predeceased by his loving wife Betty (Goodall).
He was a loving father of Nancy Higgins and Patricia Mellean (Kevin) and grandfather of Jason Jones (Daniela) and Paul Jones (Daniela).
His two great grandchildren are Logan and Maximo Jones.
Eugene was predeceased by four brothers and a sister.
Eugene will be forever remembered by many nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends. Eugene enjoyed going to the cottage, boating, and sledding.
He also had a passion for hunting, fishing, and hockey.
For thirty-four years, he was employed at the Oshawa Fire Department.
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SWITZER, Eveonne Marilyn - Suddenly at home in Oshawa on Tuesday October 25th, 2022 at the age of 56.
Beloved wife of Scott.
Loving mother of Michael Switzer (Hayley Wells), Brodie Switzer (Samantha Hance) and Stephanie Russell (Cody). Devoted grandmother of Wesley, Aria, Bennett, Lily and Emerson.
Dear sister of Mary Oliver (Randy), Carmen Pearce and the late Dennis Carvell.
Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Kelly Stuart (Dennis), Lori Gannon (Dave) and the late Terri-Anne Switzer.
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LETT, Davis Lett - Passed away surrounded by the love of his family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 25th 2022 at the age of 73.
Dearly loved and cherished husband of the late Jacqueline Lett (2016).
Much loved and devoted father of Kester Cox, Omar and Arlond and his wife Stachen.
Cherished Pops of Micah Lett, Kayla Cox, Kaniel Cox.
Davis will be missed by his sisters Una Ryan (late John), Ann Lett-Richardson (Eddison), Martha Chandler (late Tyrone), and Babra Mohammed (Zeyard) and will be forever remembered by his only brother John Lett.
Predeceased by his sister Ruby Guy and her husband Hubert.
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EMMOREY, Sally Emmorey - Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Hospital on Tuesday October 25, 2022 at the age of 92.
Predeceased by her husband William (1994)
Loving Mother of Richard (Jan), Ken (Judy), Debbie, Cindy (Joe) and Carol (Brian).
Much loved Grandmother of Wayne, Shaun, Shelly, Lisa, Tara, Valerie, and Jessica.
Predeceased by her Granddaughter Tammy.
Great Grandmother of 12 and Great Great Grandmother of 1.
Survived by her sister Florence Chitz and her sister-in-law Olga Barchuk.
Fondly remembered by nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
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HICKEY, Marieta Hickey - APRIL 18, 1944 – OCTOBER 25, 2022
Marieta Hickey, age 78, of Ajax, Ontario passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2022.
Marieta Hickey, born in the Philippines on April 18, 1944, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
She worked for many years in an incandescent bulb company where she found her first love and late husband James Aragon and married December 1968 conceiving two wonderful children Maribel Aragon-Yalung and the late Jackson James Aragon.
Marieta sadly lost her love in 1972 encouraging her to strive for her children she voyaged to Canada and found love again with the late Maurice Hickey; remarried in 1986.
After many years working abroad, Marieta was finally reunited with her children in Canada.
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PARK, Gail - Gail passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on Wednesday October 26, 2022 surrounded by her siblings.
Daughter of Betty and Ken Park, sister to Howard, Alan (Susan), Scott (Karen), Cathy (Bob) Cuggy, Craig (Laurene) and Anne (Dan) Sutherland.
Gail was also the cool aunt to 10 nieces and nephews and 6 great nieces and nephews.
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