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GRACH, Gabriele - Gabriele Grach passed away on the morning of Saturday, October 2, 2021, from lung cancer.
Her daughter Julia and husband Ken were at her side and were able to hold her hand and tell her how much she was loved.
Gabriele had a beautiful and vibrant spirit and was truly loved and appreciated by so many people from all walks of life who will miss her deeply.
She was gentle and kind, musical, creative and generous, a true animal lover and so much fun to be with.
She always helped people when they needed it, was a great listener and inspired many people with her positive outlook on life and strong sense of compassion and empathy.
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PANZINE, Robert Raphael - December 25, 1969 – October 2, 2021
It is with profound sadness that the family of Robert Raphael Panzine announces his sudden passing on Saturday, October 2, 2021 in Powell River, British Columbia at the age of 51.
He will be forever missed by his parents Rita Chlebus (Dr. Andrew Chlebus) and Donald Panzine (Irene Panzine), his sister Lisa Armstrong (Darren), and nephews Connor and Liam.
Robert will also be remembered by his step- siblings Andrea Osborne (Jamie), Sue Reynolds (Gerry), David Chlebus, Prisca Stavro-Beauchamp, his step-nieces and nephews, plus many aunts, uncles and cousins.
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McKITTERICK, Robert Douglas (Bob a.k.a. R.D.) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father and grandfather on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at the age of 92.
Bob was the faithful husband of Patricia (Pat) and a dearly cherished dad to Gail, (Frank), Jim (Sandra), Doug, and Sandra.
He was the well-loved grandpa to Keegan (Sarah), Sam (Mariam) and Gwen (Will).
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COLLINS, Donald Pattie - Born February 17, 1928, passed away October 2, 2021, at the age of 93, in Toronto, Ontario, with family at his side.
Donald was predeceased by his parents Richard (Dick) Collins and Jeannie Collins (Knowles), originally of Aberdeen, Scotland.
Don will be missed by his brother "Red" Richard Leslie Collins, his sister-in-law Eleanor Collins, his niece and his nephews.
He will be greatly missed by his daughter Lynn, her husband John Cook and her sons Scott Sullivan and partner Trent, and Eric Sullivan. Don was a Royal Insurance retiree.
With a love of music, Don played saxophone, clarinet and drums in several Toronto bands and continued to play well into his late eighties.
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WHITEHEAD, Vincent Joseph - Passed away suddenly on October 2, 2021, at the age of 70 in Aurora, Ontario.
Beloved son of Eunice Comeau Whitehead and brother of Gregory (Katherine Massey), Peter, Melanie and Paul Whitehead (Victoria Jones-Whitehead).
Vince was predeceased by his father Bernard Whitehead and his sister-in-law Vickie Ohashi and Annie Dokter.
Loving "Uncle Binch" to Jessica, Ellie, James, David, Liesl, Sebastian, Nicholas, Michaela, Julia and Charlotte.
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LAJEUNESSE, Richard - December 1, 1932 – October 2, 2021
Passed away peacefully at Etobicoke General Hospital, at the age of 88.
Beloved husband of Lorraine, and much-loved father of Jackie (Norman) and Rick (Lori).
He will be missed dearly by his brother-in-law, Dennis (Jill), his sisters-in-law, Carol and Betty, his many nieces, nephews and friends.
Richard was an avid hockey fan and never missed a "Habs" game.
He was especially happy when he was able to go down to a game and watch Montreal beat the Leafs.
He loved to play (and win) at euchre and dominoes with his best friends, Rosemary and Andy.
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HOUSTON, Audrey - It is with sad hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Audrey Houston, on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at the Georgetown Hospital.
Audrey, in her 87th year, wife of the late Bob Houston (2013).
Loving mother of Linda (Sam) McClure and David (Susan) Houston.
Loved grandmother of Megan, Emily, Sadie and Max.
Predeceased by her sister Joan and by her brothers Peter and James. Dear sister-in-law of Vi Houston, Brenda Houston and Kay Dutton.
As a young adult Audrey emigrated from England to Canada. As a nod to her English heritage and ties to Britain, Audrey always enjoyed a fine cup of tea, English TV and movies, everything Royal, and many trips back home.
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GREGORY, Mark Joseph Albert - September 7, 1951 - October 2, 2021
The family of Mark Joseph Albert Gregory (70) of Burlington, Ontario is saddened to announce his passing on October 2, 2021.
Mark leaves behind his loving wife Sheila Thomas, his children Krista and Evan Gregory (with Margot Gregory), Jenna and Cole Wilson and his siblings Michelle (predeceased), Elaine (Bob), Anne, Stephen (Dina) and Andrew (Fabiola) Gregory.
Mark was born to parents Paule and George Gregory on September 7, 1951.
A public relations professional for over 35 years he dedicated his career to helping people.
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TUCKER, Patricia "Trish" - 1927 – 2021 Beloved wife of Tom and cherished mother of Berta Joncus and Susan Tucker left us on October 2, 2021.
She will never be forgotten for her bright smile, warm friendships and her deep concern for so many others.
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GUTHRIE, John Frederick - 79, of London, passed away peacefully at home on October 2, 2021.
John was born in Etobicoke on July 1, 1942, and spent the majority of his life in Mississauga.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Carol Setchell, his second wife, Doreen Guthrie, his third wife, Deborah Guthrie, and his sons, John Jr. Guthrie and John Andrew Guthrie.
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RUSH, James - Passed away peacefully, on Saturday October 2, 2021 surrounded by Family and at home on his beloved Farm.
Born in Quebec to a family of six brothers and one sister, Jim set out on his own, moving to Toronto at the age of 15 yrs.
Jim was the epitome of a "self-made" man and lived throughout his Life & Death on his own terms.
Jim started his career in the printing trade, working at Noble-Scott in Toronto.
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REID, Mary (May) Reid - Passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Elmvale, on Saturday, October 2, 2021, in her 90th year. She will be reunited with her beloved husband Jack (2010) and son Bill (2018).
Loving mother of May and her husband George Tutton, Ruth Reid, Michael and his wife Dianne Reid and daughter-in-law Kim Reid.
Forever cherished by 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
May is survived by her sister Rita Gillard and brother Jim Watt.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Salvation Army.
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STEWART, Marian Laurena (Wakely) - Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on October 2, 2021.
A lifelong resident of the Bolton community, loved wife of Murray Stewart for 63 years.
Devoted mom to Sheila (David) Paradi, Mississauga and Lyndon (Amy Quinn), Guelph.
Proud grandma to Andrew (Suzie), Laura, Vanessa and Carson (and their mom Tina).
Only daughter of the late Hazel (nee Elliott) and Cragg Wakely, sister of Keith (deceased) and sister-in-law Eldora.
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NOTARIANNI, Orlando - Passed away peacefully on October 2, 2021 at the age of 67 surrounded by his loving family.
He will be forever missed by his wife, Alba.
Cherished by his dear children, Daniel (Megan) and Christina (Adam).
Orlando will be forever loved by his grandchildren, Sienna, Mattia, Damien and Gabriel.
He is now reunited in heaven with his parents, Antonio and Maria.
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ROWE, Barbara Marie - On Saturday, October 2, 2021, Barbara, loving mother of two children, passed away at the age of 62 after a brief illness.
Barbara, “Barb” was born on March 7th, 1959, in Toronto, ON, Canada to Fred and Shirley (Knott Newman) Rowe.
For most of her life she lived in Toronto, Ontario. She was a proud Indigenous (Ojibwa) woman.
Barb loved watching the drama’s of the TV Soap “Coronation Street” and would often sing the theme song out loud about the house.
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RINOMATO, Dora Loreta - (April 2, 1936 - October 2, 2021)
Passed away peacefully on October 2, 2021 at the age of 85.
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LOSCHIAVO, Nicola - Passed away on October 2, 2021 at the age of 95 in the care of Michael Garron Hospital. Special thanks to the caring team of doctors, nurses and staff at the hospital.
Nicola is survived by his loving wife of 69 years Caterina Loschiavo (nee Balenzano).
Beloved father of his devoted daughter Clara Sabino and her husband Joe, his son Joe and his wife Franca, and his son Sandro.
Proud Nonno of Antonette, Nicholas, Sarah, Christopher and Daniel.
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NICOLAOU, Kathy - It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother on Saturday October 2, 2021.
Survived by her children Anna Menoudakis and Jim Nicolaou, and granddaughter Catherine Menoudakis.
Beloved wife of the late Stergios (Steve).
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WILLIAMS, Priscilla - Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Matthew’s House Hospice, Alliston, on Saturday, October 2, 2021.
Priscilla Williams, at the age of 98 years, beloved wife of the late John Evans Williams and Albert Roland Parsons.
Loving mother of Nina and her husband Garth Hume, Albert Parsons (deceased) and his wife Janice Parsons.
Cherished grandmother of Lorri Hume, Gail Hume, Garth A. Hume, Jason Parsons, and Tania Parsons.
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RECOLLET, Angel Crystal Dawn - Mizhakii’ikwe Ma’iingan nidodem - Passed away on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021.
Beautiful daughter of Viola (the late Frederick Recollet), and Friend Glen.
Soulmate of Jonathan Yellowhead.
Mother to Wassnodeh and Justice.
Special Daughter in-law of Iris and Donny Kelly.
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CAMPBELL, Gertrude Isobel (Edey) - It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of Gertie on Saturday, October 2, 2021.
Left behind to mourn her passing her dearest friend, of 42 years, Edith Adkinson, sister-in-law, Rickie Edey, nieces and nephews Gary, Todd and Glen Edey, Christine Nattrass, Lance and Jennifer Edey.
She was predeceased by husband Bill, her mom and dad, Ira and Marion, and brothers Ed (Linda) and Dr. Bruce Edey.
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PATRIARCA, Nazzareno - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nazzareno who peacefully passed away on October 2, 2021 at the age of 89.
His life was well lived and he was well loved.
His gentle, loving and caring spirit has left a permanent mark etched in our hearts and he will be deeply missed by his wife and best friend Vincenza and his children, Maria (Tony), the late Enna (Mike) and Ornella (Pat).
His passions that he lived for were his garden but most importantly his family.
He was proud and honoured to be a grandfather and great-grandfather.
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KENNERY, Dawn Joyce (nee VANDEBELT) - Passed away October 2, 2021 at age 88.
Predeceased by her husband Denis (2015).
Beloved mother of Andy (late Linda), Sandra (Ross), Patrick (Stephanie), Lisa (Rick), Michael (Heather).
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Di GIANDOMENICO, Tommaso 'Thomas' - (1923 - 2021) - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tommaso (Thomas) Di Giandomenico on October 1, 2021, in his 97th year.
Our hearts are broken as we always thought he would stay with us forever; we so much wanted to celebrate his 100th birthday.
Born on December 25th, 1923 to Domenico & Giuseppina Di Giandomenico, in Pietralta,Teramo, Italy.
At 20 years of age he was called to the Italian Army and represented his country in WWII where he was stationed in Greece and Germany on the front lines, and then ended up in Russia. After 18 months in Russia, the war ended and on August 24th 1945, he was sent safely home to his family back in Italy.
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STEPHEN, George Joseph - On Friday, October 1, 2021, after a long illness, our beloved George Joseph Stephen passed away peacefully with his family by his side.
George was born on July 1, 1943 in Trinidad, WI to the late Christina Stephen and Vincent Lamb. At the age of 16, he left his home village of Biche to study automotive repair and welding and was admitted to study welding and welding technology at John Donaldson Technical Institute in Port of Spain.
While studying at night, George worked small or temporary jobs during the day, until he got a job as a tooling technician with car manufacturing company, Neal and Massy.
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SQUIRES, Kenneth 'Ken' Todd - (1964 - 2021) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Kenneth Todd Squires in the early morning of Friday October 1, 2021.
Ken (Kenny) was the dear son of Harvey K. Squires and Leona (nee Strong – predeceased 1998). Ken is now reunited in heaven with his mother and brother Paul (predeceased 1979).
Ken was the cherished brother of Sean (Jolana), Pauline (Larry), Wanda (Gary) and Jennifer. He was the fun loving uncle of many nieces and nephews including Ashley, Chris, Clint, Craig, Hana, Jake, Jessica and Sarah who will miss getting his funny text messages about the weather, TV shows, current events and other fun stuff.
Ken especially loved and appreciated his father – Harvey – who had taken care of him since his accident in 2002 and devoted so much of his life to support Ken.
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