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CLARKE, Joyce Vadney - Born in St. Ann, Jamaica on May 14, 1935, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Joyce left Jamaica in her early 20's to pursue a career as a nurse in England.
Not only did she begin her career there, but she also found her best friend, Ernest, who she took as her loving husband.
Joyce and Ernest spent 60 blissful years together, before the Lord took him home in 2016. Together, they have raised four amazing children, Janet, Sandra, Kevin and Jeff; who they cherished every day of their lives.
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ROMITA, Biagio - March 16, 1942 - June 5, 2021.
Born in Modugno di Bari, Puglia, Italy; gained his angel wings in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada.
At the age of 79 he was a devoted husband of 52 years to his wife Tina; loving Father to Tonia (Anthony), Mary (Gino); proud Grandfather to Marcus, Sierra, Kira and Mirella.
Biagio expressed unconditional love and generosity to his extended family which included his sister, brother in-laws, sister in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousin in-laws.
His close friends whom he considered family held a very special place in his heart and cherished them dearly, especially his longtime “brother” Tony.
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PASQUALITTO, Merina - Peacefully, on June 5, 2021 at Georgetown Hospital.
Beloved wife of the late, Gino.
Cherished mother of Frank (Connie), Rita (Vittorio D’Onorio), and Bruno (Faye).
Loving Nonna to Dino (Rosa), Martina (Rocco), Daniele (Sheena), and Victoria (David).
Bisnonna to Luca, Diego, Enzo, Emily, Alessandro, and Alessio.
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D'ANTONIO, Dante - Passed away suddenly on June 5, 2021 at the age of 85 with his family by his side.
He will be forever missed by his loving wife Giovanna.
Cherished by his daughter Carmela (Camillo) and proud Nonno to Josh and Noah.
He is now reunited in Heaven with his parents Remigio and Cristina and his brother Francesco and his wife Domenica.
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WOODSIDE, Judith 'Judy' Lynne (West) - 1947-2021 - Passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Saturday June 5, 2021.
Judy will be missed dearly and lovingly remembered by her husband Larry of 49 years.
She was the loving mother of 5, and much-loved Nana to 6 granddaughters.
Her kindness will be fondly remembered by many.
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ARMITAGE, Marie - Passed away, with her children by her side, on Saturday, June 5, 2021, one week after celebrating her 100th birthday.
She was predeceased by her husband, George Armitage in 1977.
She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Elaine (John Barrie) and by her son, David Armitage (Birdena).
Marie was a loving Nana to Mark Barrie (2019) (Sarah), Stephen Barrie (Kelly) and Matthew Barrie (Jessica), Heather Anne (Matt Popovich), and Melodie (Dan Trempe)
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HARRIS, Carol - Passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Carol Janet Harris (Selkirk) cherished wife of Leonard.
Devoted, loving, and proud mother of Jonathan, Rebecca and Simon.
Beloved sister and sister- in-law of David and Brenda Selkirk, John and Christine Selkirk, Alison Selkirk and Jason Paine, Andrew and Carrie Selkirk, Mitzi and Jamie Goldenberg, David and Gail Harris, and loving aunt, great aunt and loyal friend to many.
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HOBBS, Peter Ernest - Long time resident of Maple, Ontario, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 5, 2021, in his 93rd year.
Born in Swansea, Wales to David and Ellen (née Keast) Hobbs, Peter grew up happily with his siblings, Irene, Margaret, Jack, and Betty on Townhill.
After high school, he served two years in the Royal Artillery and could recite his army number all of his life.
Peter married his wife Lorna in 1954 and together they immigrated to Canada from Wales in 1957.
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ANGULO, Dr. Arthur B., DVM, MS, PhD, ACVM, - April 13, 1941 – June 5, 2021
Dr. Arthur B. Angulo was born in the Philippines on April 13, 1941, to Cecilio and Tarcila Angulo. He received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of the Philippines.
He obtained his MS and PhD in Immunology and Virology at the University of Toronto.
There he met his wife of 48 years, Nelida. In his late twenties, he was recruited by Texas A&M University in College Station, where he helped develop the diagnostic lab and retired as the Head of Serology.
After 39 years of service, he became a world-renowned scientist and was awarded the distinction of Emeritus.
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HODGINS, Betty Charlotte - Passed away peacefully, at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, on Saturday, June 5, 2021, in her 87th year.
Loving wife of the late Robert Hodgins (1995).
Beloved mother of Scott Hodgins and Teresa (Cecil) Power.
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KORAC, Milan Louis - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Dad, Milan Korac, fondly known as "Mike". Milan passed away peacefully at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, on Saturday, June 5, 2021, in his 96th year.
Beloved husband of the late Rose Korac (married for over 49 years).
Loving father of Diane, Michelle (Neil), Mickey (Denise), Paul (Laura) and honorary son Joe Vrtik. Cherished Jeda to Caitlin (Robin), Michael, Neil, Mitchell, Lindsay, Emma and Andrew.
Predeceased by his parents Luka and Deva Korac, brother Louis and sister Milka.
Special uncle to Paul Baycetich, Diane Korach (Eli) and George Baycetich and their families.
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NICHOLSON, Norman - It is with great sadness that the family of Norman Aloysius Nicholson of Toronto, Ontario announces his passing on June 5, 2021.
Norman Nicholson was born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton on December 4, 1948.
Norman will be forever missed by his devoted wife Frances Nicholson.
Proud and loving father to Amanda, Cathy, Shawn and Robbie.
Deeply loved by his grandsons John, Nicholas, Daniel, granddaughters Paeyton and Kemelle.
Survived by his mother Catherine Stanley and Norman Stanley (deceased).
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AIKINS, Margaret Christine (Hilliker) - Passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the age of 89.
Margaret was the cherished daughter of the late Dr. Arthur and Kathleen Hilliker.
The dearly loved wife of the late James O. Aikins.
The beloved sister of John Hilliker.
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WUEBBOLT, Rose Caroline (nee Pfeiffer) - Passed away peacefully on June 5, 2021 in Toronto.
Born in Hoechst Gelnhausen, Germany on June 26, 1932 to the late Erica and Anton Pfeiffer.
Predeceased by siblings Ewald, Else and Edgar.
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PRIMUCCI, Gianluca - April 5, 1987 – June 5, 2021
It is with profound sadness the family announces the unexpected passing of Gianluca Primucci on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
He will be missed by all, especially his parents, Dominic and Anna (nee Iannacci), his brothers Joseph (Nicole De Gasperis), Daniel (Renee Vallescuro), his grandparents and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, niece and friends.
Gianluca was a graduate of Mississauga Private School, continued his studies in Fine Arts at York University, the Toronto School of Art and completed his degree in graphic design at Humber College.
He furthered his volunteerism at the Royal Ontario Museum as a tour leader sharing his curiosity and knowledge with others.
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BURK, Marguerite Evans Wilch - In Loving Memory of Marguerite Burk Marguerite Evans Wilch Burk passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at The Campbell House hospice in Collingwood, Ontario at the age of 97.
Marguerite was a resident of Mississauga until she moved to Collingwood in 1994.
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CONNOLLY, Valda Antoninette (nee du PREEZ) - September 15, 1943 - June 5, 2021
We are heartbroken to announce that the centre of our universe; Valda Antoinette Connolly (nee du Preez), loving wife, adoring mother and cherished grandmother went home to God on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
She passed away in her garden, surrounded by her family.
Valda fought a brave and intense battle against stomach cancer. She will be greatly missed by her husband of fifty-two years, Michael, her daughters, Michele Toni and Jacqueline Lisa and her BFF and sidekick, her grandson Michael David.
Valda was born on September 15, 1943 in Cape Town, South Africa.
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JOLLEY, Ronald Harry - February 22, 1951 - June 5, 2021
Peacefully, on June 5, 2021, at Weston Terrace Care Community in Toronto, at the age of 70.
Ron was predeceased by his parents Oswald and Betty Jolley and his brother, Ian.
Ron is survived by Ian's wife, Hilda and her children Christopher (Jesse) and Beth (Ben).
Ron will be remembered fondly by his good friends Peter and Sonya Koch and Bill Truhlar.
Ron worked many years selling motorcycle and snowmobile accessories at Cycle World on Dundas Street in Etobicoke.
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McCOWAN, John Rae "Jack" - May 28, 1919 – June 5, 2021
Jack grew up on the family farm in Scarborough, at the foot of McCowan Road.
He is the last of the original McCowans as he was predeceased by his siblings: Robert (Bob), Helen (Lonnie), William (Bill) and James (Jim). He was the loving son of Harold and Janet.
He is survived by his wife Ethel (nee Britton), and sisters-in-law Nancy (nee Weir) and Pam (Morris).
He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Jack was a WWII Veteran of the RCAF.
Jack passed away peacefully, a week after celebrating his 102nd birthday.
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SHERK, David Herbert - 1930 - 2021 I have sat at the banquet of Life long enough I have enjoyed what was on the table.
The menu no longer appeals to me Dwight Engel (2018) The Sherk Gang sadly announces the passing of their "Father who started it all" on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Dave passed peacefully at Sherk's Shack, overlooking Georgian Bay, with his family by his side.
He leaves behind his wife of 70 years, Joan, and his children David (Marnie), Cindy, Kelly (Michael), Stephen (Katie), and Peter (Cindy).
Grandpa was loved by his 8 grandchildren Katie Sherk (Marc), Meghan Sherk (Dylan), Andrew MacKendrick (Eric), Cameron MacKendrick (David), Douglas MacKendrick (Michelle), Kasper Sherk (Sarah), Marshall Sherk (Alexandra), and Elijah Sherk.
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SODIN, Wolfgang ("WOLFIE") - Born June 19, 1927 in Graz, Austria, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2021, in the loving care of the Hill House Hospice, Richmond Hill.
He was a devoted husband, father, and Opa.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 68 years Margareta, who was constantly by his side.
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STEWART, Adele Louise - It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Adele on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at the age of 59.
Beloved wife of 39 years to Scott.
Cherished mother of Mandie, Jason (Lilly), Aimée (Brandon), and the late Justyn.
Loving grandmother of Emilee, Lucas, Clara, Frankie, and Maeve.
Survived by siblings Ruth-Marie (Don) Maxwell, and Peter Stump.
Will be missed by her dog Hudson, and cats Buster George and Sadie.
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McEWEN, Jessie Todd - Jessie passed away peacefully, in her 90th year, on June 5, 2021, at Bethany Lodge in Unionville, with her son and daughter present.
Cherished wife of 62 years to the late Robert Duncan McEwen (2015).
Predeceased by her parents John and Effie Glancie and siblings David, Eric and Bill.
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CLARK, Patricia Elizabeth - (June 9, 1943 - June 4, 2021) - Passed away June 4, 2021 in Brampton.
Predeceased by her husband Clifford Clark of over 50 years on July 7, 2014.
Godmother of Deanne Melehes, Heather and Scott Campbell.
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AGUILAR, Luis Enrique Castro - Passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021 at the age of 61.
Loving and devoted father to Luis Castro, Heidy Sookraj (Castro) and Kevin Castro.
Grandfather to Natalia, Diego, Adelaide, Sofia and Analia.
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MOORE, Carmel Teresa (nee Croke) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Mother, Carmel Teresa Moore (nee Croke) on Friday June 4, 2021 at the age of 85.
Predeceased by our Father, Robert Franklin Moore on Nov. 2, 2016, they enjoyed 62 years of marriage.
Born in Grand Falls, Newfoundland on October 6, 1935, the youngest of 11 children to Sarah Estelle and John Croke, Carmel moved with family members to Toronto when she was 17.
She soon met the love of her life and was married on May 29, 1954. Life soon became even busier with the births of three daughters, Judy, Barbara and Roberta.
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