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BROWN, Marilyn Goodman - Beloved wife, mother, grand-, great- and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2021 at home at age 95.
The cause of death was pancreatic cancer.
She is survived by two large and very loving families: in the U.S., daughters, Marsha (Jerry) Kaplan of Belfast, Maine and Carol (Kevin) Riley of Centerville, Mass., grandsons Matthew and Justin (Tram) Riley, and great- granddaughters McKenna and Samantha Riley.
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STEIN, Melvyn 'Mel' Arnold - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Melvyn on April 29, 2021.
He battled declining health with courage and dignity, but was, ultimately, a victim of COVID-19.
Beloved husband of Renee Stein.
Deeply loved by his children with the late Linde Stein: Timmi, Jacob (Maria), Eric (Drorit), and the late David, who would have turned 51 years old on the day of Mel's passing.
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KONTOROVICH, Naum - On Thursday, April 29, 2021.
Naum Kontorvich, beloved husband of the late Galina Kontorovich.
Loving father and father-in-law of Jennie Riazanski and Bob Schoeler, and Marsha and Boris Karlin.
Dear brother of the late Miriam Zahavi.
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REA, Maria - Passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the age of 95 at Kipling Acres Long-Term Care Home (Etobicoke).
Maria was born on October 8, 1925 in Arpino, Frosinone, Italy.
She is predeceased by her husband, Natale Rea, 3 sisters and 4 brothers.
She is survived by her son Gidio, her son Tony (Kathy) and grandsons, Nick and Anthony.
Maria will be missed by several nieces, nephews and friends in Canada, the United States, Italy, France, and Australia.
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CAPRON, Jaime Ramon - With great sadness, we lost a papa, a father, a great husband, co-worker and a great friend on Thursday, April 29, 2021.
Jaime was a man full of life and love.
He brought smiles to everyone’s face with his smile, his conversations and even his smooth dance moves.
Jaime leaves behind his loving wife Suzanne (nee Martin) Capron.
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DOWLING, Blythe - Peacefully at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville, on Thursday, April 29, 2021.
Blythe Dowling, at the age of 85 years, beloved husband of Joyce Dowling (nee Palmer) for 65 years.
Loving father of Kenny Dowling (deceased), Diane and her husband Troy McMullin.
Cherished grandfather of Kenny McMullin.
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BELL, Edna Marie - It is with great sadness that on Thursday, April 29 2021, Edna Marie Bell passed away peacefully at home, with her family by her side, at the young age of 95.
She was predeceased by her husband Charles and cherished mother of Vicky Deschamps, Cara Booth, Kathy Hykawy and Charles Bell. Also survived by her dear sister Rita Smith and her brother John Vassair.
She will be fondly remembered by her 7 grandchildren and her 11 great-grandchildren.
She was a very strong and independent lady, never asking or wanting for anything.
Her last few years were a little difficult for her having to depend on her children for her everyday needs.
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CLARKE, Kenneth Edward - Passed away peacefully, on Thursday, April 29, 2021, in his 67th year.
Beloved son of the late George and Mildred Clarke and is survived by his sisters Barbara Treftlin, and Catherine (Kaye) Clarke as well as his many nieces and nephews.
Ken was one of the original pioneers, a fierce competitor and highly decorated champion of early Canadian Kick Boxing.
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SILBURN, James - Retired Self-Employed Accountant, 60-Year Member, Lions Club International (Agincourt and Wellington Clubs)
Suddenly entered into rest, at the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, Picton, on Thursday, April 29, 2021.
James "Jim" Silburn of Wellington, died at the age of 86.
He was the son of the late Bill and Ada Silburn (nee Martin) and was the husband of the late Margie (nee MacDonald).
Jim was the loving father of Mark (Suzanne) of Scarborough, Jim (Katherine) of Hockley Valley and Susan Noblett (David) of Ajax.
He was the proud grandpa of Jasmine, Jade, Michel, Tanner, Rachel, Sarah and Victoria.
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VANDYK, Harry - It is with deep sadness that the family of Harry Vandyk announces his peaceful passing, at Hillcrest Village Long Term Care.
Harry will be deeply missed by the "Love of his Life" and soul mate, Marianne and his four beloved children, John, Janet, Derek (Linda), Greta (Phil) and his late son Billy.
Harry also leaves behind his two stepchildren, Romy (Teresa) and Ryan (Asia).
Adored Opa to John Jr., Vanessa, Jonathan, Stephanie, Courtney (Allan), Connor, Nyky, Zoe, Aisha, and Olivia.
Harry was a kind and caring man who loved nature, animals and had a passion for horses.
He loved spending time at the cottage, fishing with friends, making the best camp fires and watching the sunset over the lake with a glass of Merlot in his hand.
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LEE, Molly - It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Molly Lee.
At the age of 90, she passed away peacefully, on the morning of April 29, 2021.
Molly was predeceased by her partner Doug Lee, brothers Victor and Joseph Lee and longtime friend Vicky.
She is survived by her siblings, Susie, Dorothy, Mary, Nellie, Harold, Rose and Ethel.
She will be fondly remember by her in-laws, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Molly spent most of her life in Toronto, Ontario, where she spent many days bowling and curling.
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LIPKA, Eric - Eric Lipka was born on January 5, 1941, in Evergreen, Alberta.
Eric died in his beloved Parkdale home in Toronto, on April 29, 2021.
He was predeceased by his parents, Adolph and Charlotte.
He is survived by his brother, Richard (Beth), sister, Lesley Asplin (Bob), nieces, Jennifer and Rosemary (Mike) and nephew, David.
He leaves behind many friends and colleagues. He enjoyed performing theatricals at school and entered into a career as a set designer in the early days of television at CHBC TV (Kelowna, British Columbia), CKSO TV (Sudbury, Ontario), finally arriving at CBC (Toronto), where he worked from 1966-2001.
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BETHUNE, Robert Claude - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Robert Bethune on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the age of 57 years.
Robert was born and raised in Toronto and lived his last years in Wasaga Beach.
He leaves behind his children, John (Jill) and Miranda (Justin).
He is survived by his siblings, Debra, Richard, Patti, Doug, Jack and Tammy (Jerry).
Predeceased by his parents John and Eloise.
He will be greatly missed by his nieces and nephews, as well as his extended family and friends.
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POPE, Janet Therese (nee PENDLEBURY) - July 16, 1956 - April 29, 2021
Janet passed away peacefully, at Hanover & District Hospital, on April 29, 2021, in her 65th year.
Beloved wife of Dave Pope and loving grandmother to Jackson, Lexie and stepson, David.
Dear daughter of James Pendlebury, predeceased by her mother, Dorothy Pendlebury.
She is survived by her many sisters, Teresa, Diane, Ruth, Joanne, Karen, Tracy, Francie and her brother Mark.
Also, her many nieces and nephews.
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WEST-VERNON, Grant - August 16, 1951 - April 29, 2021
Passed away suddenly near his home in Maynooth, Ontario in his 70th year.
Grant is survived by his loving wife Karen, his dear mother Nancy, his beloved siblings Jim, Chris, Kate, Nan (Wolf), and his niece Annabelle. He will be sadly missed by a host of cousins and many dear friends.
A free spirit and courageous soul, who loved to laugh; Musician, Poet, Visual Artist, Caregiver, and father to beloved son Gabriel, Grant ultimately found peace and tranquility living off-the-grid in beautiful rural Ontario with Karen, the love of his life.
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BLACK, Genneetta M.I. - It is with heavy hearts, that we announce the passing of Genneetta Murray Ione Black (nee Bull), on Thursday, April 29, 2021, after a brief illness.
Genneetta was predeceased by her husband Jim, parents, Albert and Margaret Bull (nee Birkett), her beloved Auntie 'B' Birkett, and Auntie Vi Deyman, her best friends, Chuck Kiel and Marilyn Joyce, her sister Pauline Ardito and brother-in-law Paul Ardito.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Sharon Black (Paul Lummiss), and Nancy Black, brother Paul Bull and sister-in-law Georgie Bull, sister-in-law Mebbie Black, cousins Janet and Gary Charlton, cousin Sandy Lane, niece Darlene LeGree, and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Genneetta who was 90 at the time of her death grew up in the West End of Toronto, and always proudly referred to herself as a "Junction Kid."
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COLE, Ruth Georgina (nee HAWKER) - It is with great sadness we announce that on the 29th of April 2021, Ruth passed away peacefully at home in Aurora.
Beloved wife of Peter for 69 years and mother of Helen Kindy (David).
Ruth was born in Plymouth, England on the 20th of March 1932 and travelled extensively.
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LAMBERT, Michael Francis - 1933-2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael Francis Lambert on April 29, 2021 at the age 87 at the Village of Erin Meadows Retirement Home.
He is surivied by his wife and companion of 51 years, Lorissa Lambert.
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WEATHERUP, Mary Ellen (Hellen) (nee DICKEY) - Peacefully passed away of natural causes on April 29, 2021 at the age of 95.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Bill, she is sadly missed by her children Barbara (Frank), Beare, Beverley and John (Vena), her grandchildren Tim (Yannick), Jessica, Luke (Robyn), Kate (Fabien), Errin and Ame (Jordan), and her great-grandchildren Dominique, Felix, Etienne, Adele, Chloe and Adrian.
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MOCHLAS, George - It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of George Mochlas, Thursday April 29, 2021.
Beloved husband of the late Angela.
Loving father of Evangelia and Gus and will be deeply missed.
Also will be missed by his sister Thomai and his many nieces and nephews.
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ALBIN, Donald William - June 23rd, 1958- April 29th 2021 - On the morning of April 29, 2021, Donald Albin passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones.
Don was a loving husband to Sally, father to Richard and Lauren, stepfather to Rebecca and Tom, grandfather to Camille, big brother to Dan, Patty, and Kevin, and eldest son to Lorraine and Charles Albin (predeceased September 2017).
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McEACHERN, William David Thomas - It is with profound sadness and heartache that I announce the passing of my beloved husband David, April 29, 2021.
Seventy-seven years old. David was born in Toronto, an engraver by trade, retired from the Toronto Star Newspaper January 2004.
He enjoyed refereeing hockey in his earlier years.
One of the biggest pleasures in his life was boating for many years on Lake Couchiching where he made many great boating friends and wonderful memories.
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JOHNSON, Bernice - May 13, 1932 - April 29, 2021
She passed away peacefully at Etobicoke General Hospital, at the age of 88.
She was predeceased by her sister June Braithwaite, her brother Raymond Johnson and niece Carol Johnson.
The loving Bernice is survived by her nephews/nieces: Paul and Jane Braithwaite, Margo McLean, John and Marlene Johnson and Brenda Thomas.
Grandnieces/nephews: Kalifa, Shane, Sarah, Zalika, Johnathan, Amanda, Pierre, Jessica and great-grandnieces/nephews.
She was a wonderful loving aunt who spent time with her family and will be greatly missed.- Details
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DADSWELL, Neal Philip - November 16, 1947 - April 29, 2021
A former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, Neal passed away in the hospital due to ongoing health issues.
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LERSON, Irwin - February 5, 1941 - April 29, 2021
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Irwin Harold Lerson on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, at the age of 80.
Beloved husband of Carol, for 56 years.
Loving father of Tamara (Brian) and Stacey (Marijo).
Proud grandpa of Akasha and Loretta.
Cherished brother of David, Sandra, Cynthia, Fran and Miri.
Irwin will be deeply missed by all his family, friends and cherished dogs, MingMing and Mulan.
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