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LISTER, Ella "Jeanne" Marie - "There are no goodbyes for us.
Wherever you are, you will always be in our hearts." Mahatma Gandhi Peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Thursday, May 6, 2021 in her 94th year.
Beloved wife of Edwin (Ed) Lister (1989).
Loving mother of Dianne Lister, Brian Lister (Georgie) and Steve Lister (Jill).
Proud grandmother of Jason Weinberger, Sarah Weinberger, Marshall Lister and Elizabeth Lister.
Jeanne also enjoyed the family pets, Cody, Maggie and Appa.
Jeanne came from a large family of 11 children, and is survived by her two sisters, June Hanson and Ruby Burbine.
Jeanne will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
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KIM, Rev. Eek-Sun - Of Toronto, Canada, died peacefully at home on May 6, 2021 at the age of 97 after a gradual decline in general health.
Rev. Kim was born on August 14, 1923, albeit officially 1920, to Mr. In-Sang Kim and Boo-Jun Shin in the city of Chongjin, North Korea. He grew up in Yanbian, Northeast China and Hamhung, North Korea.
He escaped to South Korea alone in 1950 during the Korean War, leaving his parents and 8 siblings in North Korea never to see or hear from them again. He studied theology at the Korean Theological University (Hanshin University), obtaining Bachelor of Divinity, where he met Hyung-Ok Kim to whom he married on July 17, 1959.
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ELLARS, Doreen May (nee HYNDS) - Following a short illness, Mom passed peacefully on May 6, 2021 at North York General Hospital at the age of 98 and is now reunited with her husband of 56 years John, who passed in March of 2009.
Born in Toronto in 1923 and predeceased by her parents Mary and Samuel Hynds, she grew up with her sister Lena (predeceased) and went on to be a dedicated Wife, Mother, Grandmother and world traveller alongside Dad.
Mom and Dad went on to have 3 boys, John (Juliette), Gary (predeceased - 2020) and Doug (predeceased - 2011) (Barb).
Although always wanting a "girl", Mom was very happy to have 2 Daughters-in-Law instead. She and Dad were even more excited when their Grandchildren came along, Tyler, Kelsey (Jake) and Ben.
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BACH, Anne Avenine - Passed away peacefully, on Thursday, May 6, 2021.
Anne Bach, in her 88th year, loving wife of the late Ralph Bach.
Dear mother of Michael Bach (Lisa Shields), Michele (John) Caughey, Gregory Bach, the late Christine Landry, Teresa Bach, Keith Bach, Bradley Bach Paulette Bach, the late Marianne Bach, Karen Bach, the late David Bach, Jennifer (Matthew) King, and the late Kenneth Bach.
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KYBARTAS, Ligija 'Lily' - June 29, 1924 in Lithuania – May 6, 2021 in Canada
Just at the moment when the cherry trees were weeping blossoms; when spring was folding into summer; just about Mother's Day.
Just when the world was about to open its arms.
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DA SILVA, Christina 'Tina' - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Tina on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Humber River Hospital at the age of 58.
Tina is now reunited with her father Chris.
Loving and devoted wife of Carlos for 31 years. Devoted and much loved mother of Michael (Samantha) and Kaitlin.
Cherished daughter of Georgina Papachristos and daughter-in-law of Delores and Germano Silva. Dear sister of Patricia (Steven) Carter and sister-in-law of Gerry (Pina) Silva, and Angelo (Leslie) Da Silva.
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PARISH, Gordon Francis James - (15 August, 1945 – 5 May, 2021) -
Our beloved Gord passed away unexpectedly on May 5, 2021, alone at Mackenzie Health hospital, as a result of lack of adequate and timely care.
Gord wasn’t allowed to be visited in person by his loved ones during his 24-day stay at the hospital, due to rigid, inhumane COVID protocols, and while he critically needed our love and support, we could not be there to comfort him in person. We will never forget.
Gord was Zeina’s loving husband and Anita’s and Francis’s devoted father.
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GIANNITTI, Rosina - Rosina Giannitti was born on December 6, 1950 in Civitanova del Sannio, Molise, Italy and passed away on May 5, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at the age of 71 years.
Rosina is the beloved wife of Lucio.
She is the loving Mother of Daniela (Daniel) and Lina. Cherished Grandmother of Sofia.
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UMBRIACO, Sergio - It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the passing of our beloved husband, father and nonno Sergio Umbriaco, on May 5, 2021, at the age of 71.
Sergio will be deeply missed by his wife, Teresa, of 45 years.
He is the loving father of Cathy (Adam), Guido and Melissa. And beloved nonno to Levi and Sawyer.
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THOMAS, Cassie Durbin - The early hours of May 5th, 2021, with her Mom and Dad (Alison and Dave Thomas) by her side Cassie passed away.
Cassie was a loving young lady who will be missed by so many. Her huge hugs and smiles will be remembered in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
Her brother Jeff, sister-in-law Amanda, Nephew Logan, Niece McKinley, Grandmother Marian Durbin, Aunts and Uncles Penny Kuhne, Stephen Durbin, Pam and Rob Druce, Mark and Denise Durbin.
Cousins Sarah, Brandon & Brittany, Alyssa & Dan, Cailey & Tina, Tyler & Cassandra + Jaxson, Ian & Sarah + Myles & Evelyn, Brian & Becca.
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RYAN, Michael Joseph - (1951 - 2021) - Formerly of Scarborough, ON. Passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2021.
He is survived by and will be greatly missed by his son Michael, daughter Michelle (Neal), grandchildren Tessa, Ethan and TigerLily.
He is also survived by siblings Patrick (Debbie), Gail (John), and brother-in-law Alistair McCluskey.
Predeceased by his parents Stephen Joseph Ryan (1997) and Leta Janie Ryan (nee Mercer, 2021) and sister Mary (2008).
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WEIR, Ross Arthur - It is with profound sadness that the family of Ross Arthur Weir announces his sudden passing on May 5, 2021 at the age of 87.
His loving and caring wife Colleen Margaret Doherty predeceased him in 1998. The next love of his life Anita Jean Gray also predeceased him last year.
His sons, Neal Weir, Ian Weir and Eric Weir survive him as well as his grandchildren, Cameron and Toby Weir and Kaila Everitt.
Born February 24, 1934 and raised in Toronto, Ontario. Ross most recently worked as a Life Insurance Agent for London Life.
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ALLEYNE, Meta Olina 'Lina' - (October 25, 1934 – May 5, 2021)
Meta Olina Alleyne was commonly known to her family and relatives as Lina.
She was born in Drakes Land, Barbados. When her mother passed away, she was raised by an aunt and a grandmother.
In her younger years, she had a son named Herbert who was left in the care of her relatives as she travelled to England to become a Nurse. She did well in nursing and from the pictures and the discussions we had, she loved her job and excelled to the extent of the role as “Sister”, which we refer to as “Head Nurse” in a mental hospital.
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JONES, Doris 'Shelly' - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Shelly on May 5, 2021 at the age of 60 years.
Shelly will be deeply missed by her loving husband Chris Jones.
Shelly was born September 11, 1960 to loving parents Jeanette & Donald Hardy and stepdaughter to Fred Langevin. Shelly will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Though she is gone, her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.
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GREER, Bill - Our world has been forever changed with the loss of our husband, father and Papa, Bill Greer, on May 5, 2021 after a five year heroic journey with cancer.
One day at a time, he fought on, but a cure was not to be.
Today, we can be sad that we lost the battle, but we are grateful for the five years that Bill had, to witness our children’s accomplishments and watch with pride as they became wonderful parents and to rejoice as each of our grandchildren arrived and as we watched the older ones blossom into accomplished young people.
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TALSMA-WOUDSMA, Tjetje 'Jessie' (nee Straatsma) - Born June 21, 1928 in Frisian village of Rinsumageest, Netherlands. The fifth of 12 children to Andries and Sjoujke Straatsma.
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 5, 2021, in her 93rd year.
Predeceased by husband Sikke (Jack) Talsma (1976). Left to mourn her loss are husband Jake Woudsma, and 6 children – Marilyn (Ralph), Andrew (Hilda), Sonya (Fred), John, Ian (Sue), Terry (Lisa) – as well as 19 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
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MIDRONI, Doron - On Wednesday, May 5, 2021.
Doron Midroni, beloved husband of Josette for over 63 years.
Loving father and father- in-law of Gyl Midroni and Phuong Nguyen, and Ran Midroni and Karen Halpern.
Devoted grandfather of Jacqueline, Julie, Cooper, Logan, and Riley.
Doron was born Isidor Marcovici in Bucharest, Romania in 1936. With his quick wit and way with words he was writing for the Bucharest paper by the age of 14, a veteran reporter by the age of 17.
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MIRARCHI, Marziale - Passed away suddenly on May 5, 2021 at the age of 54.
He will be forever loved and deeply missed by his family, relatives and friends.
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ALEVY, Rose (1917-2021) - On Wednesday, May 5, 2021.
Rose's long life was filled with the joy she gave and received from her family, friends, work family, and her volunteer activities.
Rose will be missed as the loving mother of Donna Smith (Larry Smith) and Martin Alevy (Bilha Alevy) and grandmother of Andrew (Magda), Carrie (Dan), Rachel, (Eric) and Ian (Jessica).
She was also the great-grandmother of Lila and Raphael.
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TONIZZO, Mary (Cordovada) - November 30, 1931 - May 5, 2021 -
With sadness, we announce that peacefully after a brief stay in hospital that Mary left us on May 5, 2021.
Mary was a lovely, kind and special lady.
Wife to Emilio for 61 years.
A wonderful mother to Davide and Lori, and mother-in-law to Kitty Zhang.
She will be greatly missed as the heart of our family and by all her nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends.
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BELLISSIMO, Maria - Passed away on May 5, 2021 at the age of 85.
She will be forever loved and deeply missed by her family, relatives and friends.
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ROUBIS, Anastasios - Passed away peacefully at Toronto Western Hospital on Tuesday, May 5, 2021 at the age of 84.
He was born in the village of Drosia, Greece, on December 4, 1936.
Anastasios will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Fotini, of 54 years, and his two daughters Roula and Sotiria, sons in law George & George.
He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Alexander, Stephanie, Panagiotes, Fotini, and Anastasios (his namesake).
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MCQUARRIE, Kenneth - Peacefully at Mackenzie Health on May 5, 2021 in his 86th year.
Beloved husband to Cherry for over 58 years.
Wonderful father Kenneth Larry and Wayne(Anita).
Adoring grandfather of Brandon, Chloe and Luke.
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MICALLEF, Charles C. - 86, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2021, at Trillium Hospital.
He was born in Malta on July 15th,1935, the oldest child of Pauline and Nicolas Micallef.
Charlie had four siblings, Gill, Lillian, Mary and Alda Micallef.
Charles was happily married to his wife of 63 years, Minnie, and a devoted father to Chuck and Dana Micallef.
Charles had three grandchildren Ryan, Matthew and Hannah and one great-grandchild Julian.
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COOLING, William Lawrence - Early on Sunday morning, April 25, 2021 in his 81st year, William Lawrence Cooling peacefully left this life as he entered it; at home surrounded by love.
Born June 25, 1940 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Bill moved to Toronto at the age of 2 and forever after maintained a deep love for the water and tall ships, especially the Bluenose.
Bill attended George Harvey Collegiate Institute where he met the love of his life, June Toffoli.
June and Bill were married on August 19, 1961 at St. Hilda's Anglican Church in Toronto.
Together they travelled the world where opportunities for adventure abounded.
Most times a man of few words, Bill relished the chance to regale others with tales from a lifetime well- travelled.
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GRIMALDI, Grace - Peacefully after a lengthy illness, we announce the passing of our mom, Grace Grimaldi (nee Teresi), on May 5, 2021 at the age of 85.
Beloved wife of 65 years to the late Joseph Peter Grimaldi (January 2021), loving mother of Joanne (Brad), Rosemarie, Sal (Laura), AnnMarie (Dave) and Nonna to Jennifer, Melanie, Danielle, Christina, Joseph, David, Brittney and Michael.
Grace was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many.
She worked tirelessly to keep our dad and Rosemarie healthy.
She loved spending winters in Florida and summers at the cottage where the family could come together.
Mom was recognized for her many contributions and volunteer efforts for Community Living Toronto as well as at St. Clement church.
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