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CLARKE, Terence (Terry) - Cherished husband, father and grandfather, taken from us too soon on October 5th, 2021 with cancer at the age of 77.
Deeply missed already by his loving wife Carol, dear son John (Cathy), and precious grandchildren Julia and Megan. He leaves his sister Marylyn (Bob) and their children Stephanie, Pamela and Jennifer and Jennifer’s family in London, Ontario.
Raised in Windsor, and a graduate of the University of Windsor and Osgoode Hall Law School, Terry resided and practised in Whitby for over 45 years.
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ALLEN, Samuel Evans – Peacefully at the age of 91, with his loving family by his side, on Tuesday October 5th, 2021 at Lakeridge Health in Ajax.
Beloved husband of the late Patricia. Loving father of Brian Allen (Jo-anne), Cindy Stacey (Bill) and Kim Allen.
Devoted Papa to Leslie Olgieser (Dan), Steven Allen (Janice), Lyndsie Wagner (Patrick), Michael, Todd and Billy Stacey. Also, a Great Papa to Riken, Sloan, Grayson, Brynlee and Alessia.
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VANDEVYVERE-BOWEN, Johanna - (May 29th, 1941 - October 5th, 2021)
Johanna was a unique individual. From her sense of style to her opinions.
Johanna was very holistically minded. She had a 35 year career as a massage therapist, also practicing acupuncture and aroma therapy. Her hands and compassion touched many lives lives.
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SHIFRER, Dr. Maria Asuncion - (1928 - 2021)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Dr. Maria Asuncion Shifrer at home on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the age of 93.
Beloved wife to the late Janko for 30 wonderful years. Dear mother to John “Chuko” (Usha), Anne (Richard), Coral (the late Jim) and Mark (Jeanette).
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SWAIN, Dr. John Richard - Born in St. Albans, England on December 14, 1941.
His loving family is sad to announce that Richard passed away suddenly with his wife by his side on Monday, October 4, 2021 at the age of 79.
Richard leaves behind his wife Sharon and his devoted daughters Sarah Elizabeth Goodburn and Sherry Lynn King, two grandchildren Samuel Turner and Haydn Jarrett, and son-in-law Jan Goodburn.
He was predeceased by his father Dr. Richard Henry Austin Swain and mother Margaret Swain (England).
Dear brother of Professor Paul Swain (wife Frances), and sister Dame Fiona Woolf (husband Nicholas) (England).
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DENIS, Sandra Anita Marie - (February 12, 1962 – October 4, 2021)
Passed away on the 4th of October, 2021 in her 59th year peacefully in her sleep.
Sandra was predeceased by her parents Albert and Anita Branchaud as well as her brother Rick.
She leaves behind her beloved husband of 33 years Michel Denis and her siblings Diane, John and Bert; sister in law to Louise, Helene, Rachelle, Jay and Steven.
She will be missed by her beloved children Marissa (Nathan) Barter, Christine (Lee) Russell, Amanda (Pat) Denis, Edgar (Kelsey) Denis, and Mike (Kirstyn) Denis.
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van GINHOVEN, Pieter Johannes – We are very sad to announce the passing of our loving father, Pieter Johannes van Ginhoven, on October 4, 2021 in his 98th year.
Pieter was born in Holland on June 6, 1924 the second of six children to Huibert and Carolina van Ginhoven.
Loving husband of the late Lamkje for 69 years.
Loving father to Hubert (Linda) van Ginhoven, John (Mary) (the late Wilma) van Ginhoven, the late Carol (Bob) McCelland, Gay (Jake) Lootsma and Yolanda (the late James) Lloyd.
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BEATTY, Rebecca Jamie - (November 17th, 1998 - October 3rd, 2021)
The family is heartbroken and devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of their cherished Rebecca on Sunday October 3rd, in Trenton.
Rebecca was in her 23rd year.
Loving daughter of Mark and Connie, sister of Victoria and mother to her fur babies Harley, Riggs, Walt & Daisy.
Adored granddaughter of Jimmy, Kris & Consuelo, Lynne & the late Jack. Great granddaughter of Helen.
Dear niece to Kirk, Michelle, Derek, Janet and Denne. Cousin of Ryan, Spencer, Parker, Madelyn, Graham and Makenna.
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SUNSTRUM, Grant Sunstrum - June 22, 1981 – October 3, 2021.
Grant passed peacefully at home at the age of 40.
Son to Diane Dunn and pre-deceased by his father, Phil Sunstrum.
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ALMOND, Timothy George Almond - April 12, 1963 – October 3, 2021
After a brave battle with cancer, Tim passed away with his children by his side on Sunday October 3rd, 2021 at the age of 58 years.
Loving partner of Jackie Ruiter.
Beloved father of Malissa (Paul) and Thomas (Jacynda). Cherished son of the late George & Joyce Almond.
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PYE, Rose Marie -
In loving memory of Rose Marie Pye October 1, 2021.
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MUGFORD, William Josiah “Bill” - January 4, 1940 - October 2, 2021
Passed away at Taunton Mills in Whitby on Saturday October 2, 2021 at the age of 81 with Beverley at his side.
Bill was the loving father of Beverley Mugford (Ian Kettle) and loving grandfather of Ethan Ross Lewis.
Bill will also be fondly remembered by Bev and Rick Cunliffe, loving son Edward Mugford (Penny), loving daughter Doris Woods (Ron), granddaughters Ariana (Maicol), Shannon and great granddaughter Giavanna.
Bill was a loving brother of Gertrude Mugford and was predeceased by brothers Josiah and Howard.
He will be dearly missed by many extended family and friends.
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GREER, Lovina (neé Elliot) - (February 7, 1923 - October 2, 2021)
Passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021 at the age of 98.
Predeceased by her husband Ken (1971), her seven sisters, her daughter Carol, and her granddaughter Nicole.
Much loved mother of Betty (Neil), Linda (Kenny), Janet (Doug).
Cherished by her seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
A longtime resident of Brooklin, she lived on Queen St. since 1945.
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WHITE, Jane - (May 5, 1948 – October 2, 2021)
Jane, age 73, passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 2, 2021.
She is survived by her sister June Broad (Donald), and 3 nephews Stuart (Lisa), Scott (Molly), and Christopher (Catherine).
She was predeceased by her parents Stuart and Marion White of Picton, and her son Stephen William.
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SLOGGETT, Shirley - (April 25, 1931 - October 2, 2021)
Died peacefully in her 91st year. Shirley was the gravitational centre to a sprawling family.
Born near Stirling, ON to her parents Doug and Effie Stapley, she grew up in the countryside.
She married Jerry Sloggett, a teacher-turned-autoworker, and moved to Oshawa to raise a family. They had three successful children – Paul, Tony and Judy – who went on to have children and grandchildren of their own.
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ROWLANDS, Edwin Watkins “Ed” - August 10, 1930 - October 1, 2021
It is with great sadness the family announce that Edwin Rowlands passed away on October 1, 2021 at the age of 91, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Loving and devoted husband of Marion for over 67 years.
Beloved father of Susan (Michael) and Debbie (Brian).
Cherished grandfather of Marianna and Nathan and great grandfather of Jake.
Ed will also be missed by many extended family members and friends.
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ZOVAK, Mila Zovak - November 3, 1930 – October 1, 2021
Passed away peacefully at the Rivera Thorntonview LTC home on Friday, October 1st, 2021 at the age of 90.
Mila (nee Bandur) will be remembered as the devoted wife of Ante (Tony) Zovak and mother to her son John.
She will be dearly missed by her daughter-in-law Kelly (nee Brownell) and her grandchildren, Nicole, Michael, and Andrew. Mila emigrated to Canada in late 1959 from her birthplace in the former Yugoslavia.
She was born November 3rd, 1930, in the village of Proboj-Ljubuski, Bosnia and Hercegovina, in the former Yugoslavia. Mila was a retired autoworker with Chrysler Corporation at the former Ajax Trim Plant.
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McCOLGAN, Peter - Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa with family by his side on Friday October 1st, 2021 at the age of 79.
Beloved husband of Agnes for 58 years.
Loving dad of Sonia Coward (Chris), Stephen McColgan (Elizabeth Traynor) and Lorna Pile (David).
Treasured Papa of Kaitlin Kent (Ethan), Hailey Coward (Scott Symington), Rachel McColgan, Alexandra McColgan, Liam Pile and Quinn Pile.
Peter will be missed by extended family and friends.
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SMITH, Joyce Smith - With great sadness, the family of Joyce Smith announce her passing on Saturday October 2nd, 2021.
Nan passed away peacefully in her 93rd year at home with loved ones by her side.
She will be remembered as our precious mom, devoted grandmother and Nan to everyone who met her.
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WELTER, Jeff Welter - September 10, 1964 – October 1, 2021
Jeff passed peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in his sleep, surrounded by family at the age of 57.
Beloved husband to Anita for 20 years. Cherished Dad to Jessica.
Much loved son to Josie (the late Theo).
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CAWKER, Doris (Jewell) - It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Doris Cawker on Friday, October 1, 2021 at age 74.
She is survived by her daughter Lisa (Jay) Puckrin, grandson Travis (Emily) Puckrin, granddaughter Brooke (JT) and her most recent happiness and joy to become Gram Gram to her great grandson Weston Legge.
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CRAWFORD, Michael James - Husband, Father, GF, and friend.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Michael on October 1, 2021.
He will be forever remembered by his wife and best friend Cheryl, his children Joshua (Nicole), Lucas, Adrianna (Kevin) and grandson, Grayson.
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RUSSELL, Paul James - Age 71. At home, Friday October 1st, 2021.
Beloved husband of Debbie Russell (Spratt). Son of the late Vincent Robert Russell, and late Florence Marcella Russell (Dalley).
Brother to Vincent, Marilyn (Fred), Gloria, Peter (Diane), Lloyd, Harold (Joan), Stanley (Judy), Bruce (Elaine), Linda (Herman), and Marion (Rick).
Loving father to Lillian (Paul), Lisa (Sid), and Leslee.
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FLEMING, Mary - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mary Fleming on September 30th, 2021 at the age of 88 years.
Pre-deceased by her husband, Leo.
Mother of Ann (Gary), Patrick (Carmen), John (Susan), and the late Theresa (Gord).
Nanny to Penny (David), Peter (Dalene), Philip (Darby), Michael (Krista), Sarah (Gary), and Lucas.
Great Nanny to Sam, Peyton, Lowen, Lennon, Luna, and Kaden.
Special Aunt to Nellie Harnett, who was like another daughter to her.
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GRECO, Maria - (March 14th, 1937 - September 30th, 2021)
Passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, September 30th, 2021 at the age of 84.
Predeceased by her husband Frank.
Much loved mother of Robert Greco, Lawrence Greco and his wife Marian and Paul Greco and his wife Lynn.
Cherished Nonna of her precious grandchildren.
Predeceased by her twin brother Renato.
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GILLINGHAM, Katherine Gillingham - 1961 – 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear Katherine on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Oak Ridges Hospice at the age 60.
Katherine was an avid gardener, enjoyed cooking and baking, especially with Jean Pare cookbooks by her side.
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