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HOYLES, Evelyn (nee TEMPLE) - It is with great sadness that the family of Evelyn (Temple) Hoyles announce her peaceful passing at Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry, Ontario on November 28, 2021 at the age of 85.
Mom was born in Grand Falls, Newfoundland on August 11, 1936 to Nathan and Tammy Goulding.
Mom was predeceased by our father, Reginald Temple and Thomas Hoyles.
Left to mourn is her brother, Clarence Goulding and her sister Eleanor Dawe (Ray).
Mom will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her five children: Cynthia (Randy), Barry (Bonnie), Darlene (Wade), Russell (Tammy), Dwayne (Luanne), 11 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.
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CAMPFENS, Anthony (Ton), MRAIC - Ton was an architect and a Toronto city planner.
He was also a musician, artist, storyteller, a lover of life, and an original spirit.
Ton was born in Vught, the Netherlands in 1930.
He grew up during the war in a household that actively participated in the underground and offered refuge to a Jewish woman and young child.
This tolerant and open-minded culture defined who he was for the rest of his life.
He immigrated to Canada in 1955 and graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Architecture.
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BONIFACE, Tammy Lee - Passed away suddenly at her home in Alliston, on Sunday, November 28, 2021 in her 53rd year.
Survived by mother, Lorna (predeceased James Duggan), father, Gary Boniface (Connie).
Loving sister of Kimberley (Aidan Finucane), Suzanne (Corey Abraham) and recently connected Shireen (Jason McCormick). Loving Aunt of Colin, Liam, Emily, Declan, Colten and Keira.
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BERNASIEWICZ, Chester (Czeslaw) - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, Dziadzia, brother and uncle Chester (Czeslaw) Bernasiewicz, on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at 79 years of age.
Czeslaw came to Canada from Poland through his sister Marysia, at the age of 21, and began his life in Montreal, living with his brother Joseph until he moved out on his own to begin his life in Toronto.
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WALTERS, Manley - 1933 - 2021 Everyone who knew Manley loved Manley.
Born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, lived in Guelph, Kitchener, and Toronto for the last 36 years, passed on November 28, 2021.
Much-loved by his entire family, loving wife of 63 years Barbra, his children Gary and Debra, Todd and Janna, Kara and Kobi, his grandchildren, Leah and Danny, Benjamin and Pauline, Ilana, Noah, Joshua, Judy and Ella, and the latest additions, his much adored great-grandchildren, Eli and Eden.
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SMITH, John Francis - Passed away peacefully, at Scarborough Centenary Hospital, on November 28, 2021, at the age of 88.
He was the loving and devoted husband of his Doll, Dorothy Mae (Foliot), having just celebrated their 65th anniversary together.
Theirs was a special and unbreakable union, and an example to us all of unselfish love.
He was the caring and kind father to Peter (Barbara), Tim (Jennifer), Julie, Maureen and Angèle, and the proud grandfather of Sean (Ariel), Justin (PJ), Brendan (Ayse), Graham (Nefeli), Lauren (Aaron), Jacinta and Emmett.
He also had a special fondness for his brand new great-grandson Ari. Although generally quiet and calm, there was a lot going on beneath the surface.
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ANDACA, Lester Brian Salvosa - It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Lester Brian Salvosa Andaca, of Toronto, ON on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at the age of 39.
He is survived by his wife Sheila, his Papa Nelson and siblings Junior and Ena. He will be dearly missed by his precious babygirl Lolah, who loves him so much and was with him during his last moments.
He is now with his Mama Yasminda and Heavenly Father in eternal peace. Families are forever.
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TORRES, Rosa Edith - (1955 - 2021) -
Rosa Edith Torres passed away into her eternal rest on November 27, 2021.
Dearly loved by son Christopher and Daughter Jessica.
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BRANCO, Teofilo Amaral - Peacefully, at Tall Pines Long Term Care on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at the age of 93.
Beloved husband of the late Mimi (2000).
Loving father of Paula Fonseca (Ze), and Betty Howe.
Sadly missed by grandchildren Christina (Anthony), Rick (Ana), Alexis (Lucas), Tatiana and Ryan. Will be fondly remembered by great-grandchildren Liam and Sofia.
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BASCHUKE, John Sr. - Born July 28, 1932 in Nova Scotia, Passed away on November 27 2021.
Beloved husband of Enid for 60 wonderful years.
Father to John Jr.(Cathy). Proud grandfather to Neil and Kyle.
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CHU, Professor Raymond Wei-hsing - 1936-2021 Passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 27, 2021 with family at his side.
He was predeceased by his dear wife of 51 years, May Hue-Ching Chu (née Chen).
He was the much beloved father of Yen Chu Hauck and Dr. Robert Wei Chu, father-in-law of Jodi Campbell Chu and Dr. Gerd Hauck, and YeYe of Madeleine, Abigail, Oscar, Albert, Berte, and Otto.
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MUSZYNSKI, Jack - January 3, 1925 – November 27, 2021
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved father, Jack Muszynski, in his 97th year.
Survived by his loving partner, Stella Drolet; his son, Kim in Bayfield and his daughter, Lisa in Orillia; his sister, Irene Pelz and his brother, Joe (Debbie); grandchildren, Katie (Mike) Briscoe, Shannon (Mauro) Camaioni, Bronson (Kelsey) Cook; sister-in-law, Theresa; great-grandchildren, Julia, Clara, Jackson and Maxine, step-children, Ray (Peggy) Wismer, Paul (Gail) Wismer, Sherri (Sonny) Croston and step- grandchildren, Mark, Brett, and several nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his wife, Louise, his parents, Joseph and Mary Muszynski, brother, Edward Muszynski and step-grandchildren, Darryl Wismer, Sean Chilton, Nicki Wismer and Danielle Chilton.
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BELANGER, Patricia Diane - February 18, 1935 - November 27, 2021
After a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease, Diane passed away peacefully, at West Oak Village Long Term Care Home.
Diane was born and lived in the Toronto area for her entire life.
She was the only child of Eva and Earl Christie.
Diane will finally be reunited with her late husband James (Jim) of 60 years and beloved daughter Michele in Heaven. Diane loved spending her winters at their home in New Zealand and summers at the cottage on Pigeon Lake near Bobcaygeon entertaining their many friends and family that came to visit.
Diane will forever be remembered for her magical Christmas celebrations and devotion to her beloved children James (Elizabeth), Marc and Christopher (Barbara).
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ABRAHAMS, Pamela - The family of Pamela Abrahams is saddened to announce her passing on November 27, 2021, at the age of 73.
She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters (Maisha, Kito, Kamaria), sisters (Diana, Ann, Betty), brother (Jeffery), nieces (Kim, Leah, Skylar, Arya), nephews (Jason, Daniel, and Mikey), grandchildren (Isaiah and Aaliyah) and friends.
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WORDLEY, Nancy (Annie) - December 12, 1934 - November 27, 2021
Passed away peacefully in her 86th year, with her family by her side, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, at Hospice Peterborough, on Saturday, November 27, 2021.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, she immigrated to Canada over 60 years ago, settling in Toronto.
In 2004, she moved to Peterborough where she was able to enjoy her retirement years.
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PEREIRA, Hermano Soares - February 8, 1944 - November 27, 2021
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Hermano Pereira on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at his home, with his beloved family by his side.
Beloved husband of Alexandrina for nearly 54 years.
Loving father of Nelson (Elsa) Pereira, Janet (Craig) DeNobrega, and Karen (Paul) Raposo. Dear grandfather of Eric, Andrew, Brandon, Hayden, Lauren and Danielle.
Cherished brother to Venilde, Alda and Honorato.
Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Hermano was a dedicated husband and father who founded Dundas Wood Windows & Specialties Inc.
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KNIGHT, John Fredrick - 1946 - 2021 On November 27, 2021, John Frederick Knight of Edmonton passed away at the age of 75 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 31 years, Marion; children: Julia (Greg), John-John (Bonnie), and Alycia (Dylan); grandchildren: James (Sharlene), Tom, Willow, and Londyn; brother, Richard (Angie); nieces, Jackie and Megan; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Betty Knight.
John was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario in 1946. After a successful career at Blackwood Hodge, John moved to Edmonton, Alberta in 1995 to become the director of finance at Wajax Industries.
He was passionate about his career and known for his kindness and compassion, while also being a determined and committed businessman. John dedicated his life to his family.
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DRIGO, Angela (nee Bozzato) - Peacefully at home in Toronto on Saturday November 27th, 2021 in her 100th year.
Beloved wife of the late Enrico. Loving mother of Franca Sovran and her husband David, and John Drigo (predeceased) and his wife Luciana.
Cherished Nonna of Vanessa and her husband Steven, Ruben (predeceased), Oliver and his wife Charlene, and of Daniel.
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WESTON, Frederick - Peacefully, at Trillium Health Partners Mississauga Credit Valley Hospital, on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at the age of 90.
Beloved husband of the late Winifred for 60 years.
Loving father of Wayne (Marian) and Brian. Proud grandfather of Dylan and Kyle.
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WOLFE, Morris - 1938-2021 Morris Wolfe chose a medically assisted death at home on November 27, 2021 surrounded and supported by loving family.
A child of working-class Jewish-Polish immigrant parents, his love of books and ideas drew him to a freelance writing career.
In crabbed longhand, on yellow legal pages taped together on the wall, he turned out columns on topics from encyclopedias to Sesame Street to academic fraud.
Book-length projects included Menya: An End of Life Story, a moving account of his younger daughter's death from breast cancer; and Renia: A Holocaust Memoir.
Wolfe's openness about his struggle with depression helped many in his orbit.
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MacDONALD, Lynda Jane (Speedie) - Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Friday, November 26, 2021 at the age of 79.
Beloved partner of Barry Ingram. Loving mother of Heidi Wall and Kirsten (Craig Ham). Cherished Nana of Zachary, Derick and Riley. Great- Nana of Hunter and Jaydon.
For a tiny, dignified, kind and vibrant woman of only 4'8", her strong-willed spirit will live on with all she knew.
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BUTT, David Harold - (1951 - 2021) - It is with the most heartbreak that we announce the passing of David Harold Butt on November 26th, 2021 at 1048 am.
Two and a half years ago, all of our worlds were rocked to hear the news that David had a terminal cancer. He fought valiantly and stoically and lived his life as if he had no cancer at all!
He continued to work as a Private Investigator after he retired from the Toronto Police Service in 2005.
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SHABTAI, Ruth - On November 26th, 2021, we lost our beautiful Ima and Nana. Ruth Shabtai passed away peacefully with her children and grandchildren around her.
Devoted wife of Yona Shabtai z”l, loving mother to Yehuda z”l, Yehezkel and Judy.
Doting grandmother to Jessica, Jason and Sharon, Jordan and Joshua and adoring Nana to Logan and Luke.
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GORK, Raymond - Raymond passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 26, 2021.
His family made him the richest person alive.
With his soulmate, Carmel by his side, they arrived from South Africa in December, 1977. Together they started a new life journey with all four children- Barry, Lara (Donsky), Tracy (Ghan) and Robyn (Berman). His family continued to grow as each of his children brought their spouses into his large embrace: Janice (Brown), Michael Donsky, Darren Ghan and John Berman.
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FINE, Bernice - At 91 years of age Bernice Fine, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021.
With sadness your family will recall all your kindness, compassion and love that you endowed on us. To the sweetest earthly soul, soar high, may you Rest In Peace.
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KAPELUS, Jerry - Jerry Kapelus passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, November 26, 2021.
Loving husband of Merna, father of Gary (Carole), Stephen, and Elysa Tarascio (Nazz), grandfather of 5, great grandfather of 6.
He was a Holocaust survivor who lived a life of optimism and hope. This gentle, courageous man will be deeply missed.
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