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RHOADS, Dale Charles - (1932 - 2021) - It is with great sadness that we announce the quiet passing of Dale Charles Rhoads, March 3, 2021 at 12:40pm.
He will be reunited with his loving wife Margaret (1981).
Dale passed away after a 3 year struggle with cancer and failing health at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa in the presence of his daughter Cheryl and grandson Matthew.
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POVINSKY, David James - March 15th, 1949 - March 2nd, 2021
With heartfelt sorrow, the family of David James Povinsky announces his passing on March 2, 2021, to his next great adventure.
Forever held in the hearts of his beloved wife and travelling companion, Marcey, and his adored children, Jeremy, Sara, Ryann, and Robin.
Proud Papa of Zackary and Britton Poulin.
Dear son of the late Sally and Peter Povinsky and the late Eugene Strader.
Devoted brother to Darlene Doner (Randal) and to his cherished brother the late Dane Peter Povinsky.
Proud uncle of Rachel Turrin (Adrien), Miranda (Calvin), and Luke (Kathryn) and precious grand-nephew, Henry.
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McSHERRY, Charles Stuart - April 18, 1928 – March 3, 2021
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, March 3, 2021.
Cherished husband to Joan (nee Morgan).
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MacDONALD, Mark MacDonald - November 11, 1955 to March 3, 2021
Beloved husband and soulmate of Karen.
Fur daddy of Callaway and Hogan.
He will be missed by his sisters Dawn, Marsha (predeceased} and Ellen and their families.
Mark was an entrepreneur who built a business he was proud of.
He was most proud of the relationships and friendships he had with his customers and suppliers.
Mark’s happy place aside from Jamaica with me was Royal Ashburn Golf Club.
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OLUBICK, Susan Nora - September 13, 1957 - March 3, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Susan after a courageous battle with cancer.
We lost our friend, mother and grandmother.
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SCHELL, John Arnold - (1925 - 2021) -Passed away peacefully, with his three children by his side, on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at the Village of Taunton Mills, Whitby.
He was in his 97th year.
Arn was the loving husband of Joan (deceased in March 2018) for 69 years. They were married on July 10, 1948.
Arn was a devoted father to Connie Picken (Al), Wes Schell and Bev Rancier (Jim).
Amazing Grandfather to Greg Picken (Kim), Steve Picken (Tina), Bryan Rancier (Kortney), James Rancier, Chelsea Hill (Luke), Kaitlin Conroy (Wes) and James Larmer (Stephanie).
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JANOSIK, Grace Mary 'Joan' (née Bailey) – (August 16th, 1925 - March 2nd, 2021)
Passed away peacefully on March 2, 2021 with her family by her side.
Predeceased by her husband William Thomas Janosik (d. 1952).
Joan leaves behind her children Joanne Elizabeth Foster, Thomas William “Tom” Janosik and Jennifer Darlene Brown and her husband Tony Reimer.
Proud grandmother of Tammy Brockman, Christopher Brockman, Garry Foster, Kevin Foster, Jake Janosik, the late Zoey Janosik, 11 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren.
Daughter of the late Walter and Mabel Bailey.
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RODESKY, Edward J.P. - (October 2, 1921 – March 2, 2021)
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday March 2nd, 2021 at 99 years of age.
Edward served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during WWII as air crew with No. 6 Canadian Bomber Group and completed 33 operations on enemy targets.
He was employed for 40 years with General Motors prior to his retirement in 1982.
He was predeceased by his wife, Betty Eleanor Mills, and is survived by his daughter Susan, his nephews Carlo (Norma) Giovanella, Ed (Wendy) Giovanella, and nieces Carol Broddy (Wyoming) and Lana Shelden (Florida).
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GYDE, Paul Bryan - (February 22nd, 1985 - March 1st, 2021)
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Paul; brother, son, uncle and his most favourite role of all - Dad.
Paul passed away suddenly on March 1st, 2021 in his 37th year.
Paul was full of life, lived with all his heart and had an adventurous soul that kept us all on our toes. His presence, love, laughter and spirit of aventure will be deeply missed by all those who loved him.
May his soul finally know peace.
Loving son of Diane Gyde and Brian Gyde and his wife Susan.
Father of Hannah, Thomas and Charlie and loving brother to Kerry Kyle and Kimberly Gregory and her husband Alex.
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BLYTH, Jennifer Marie - Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on March 1, 2021 at the age of 54.
Loving daughter of Betty and Joe Blyth.
Adored sister of Susan (David) and David (Camille), cherished aunt of Michael (Rebecca), Alex (Lucas), Julianne (Justin), Kevin (Nicole), Cydney (Luc), Emma and Ivy.
Jennifer will also be missed by her aunt Frances and uncle Jim and aunts Eleanor, Helen and Margaret in Scotland and her many cousins in Canada and Scotland.
Jennifer pushed herself to her maximum, she had an independent spirit and a passion for life.
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TAYLOR, Robbie - (30+ year employee of GM)
Passed away suddenly at his home on March 1st, 2021 at the age of 55.
Beloved husband of Lynn, cherished father to Ashleigh and Jamie (Justin).
Doting Grampa to Mason & Brody.
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BROWN, Nelson Ray – Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday March 1st, 2021, at the age of 92.
Beloved husband of Davine for 59 years.
Loving father of David (Barb) Brown, Donna (Mark) Twardowski, Judy (Chris) Phillips.
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BORDEN, Thomas Wade Borden - Tom Borden was born on November 4th, 1950.
He celebrated his 70th birthday last November.
Tom Borden passed away at Bowmanville Hospital on March 1st, 2021.
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YOUNG, Sheila - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 2, 2021 in her 85th year.
Cherished mom to Marion (Ed Gorny), Barbara-Ann (Dean McMurray), Diana (Brian Harper) and Deborah.
Proud grandma to Holly, Graeme, Dillon, Briana, Nicholas, Annalise, Nigel, Adam and great grandma to Benjamin, Jacob, Braelyn, Addison and Israelle. Survived by her sister Simone Parsons.
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EVANS, Audrey Laureen - It is with heavy hearts that the Evans family announces the passing of their beloved Audrey Evans on Tuesday March 2, 2021, in hospital, shortly after celebrating her 80th birthday.
Audrey (nee Gibson), beloved wife of the late Kaye Evans for 60 years.
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RYAN, Frederick James - (October 20, 1954 – February 28, 2021)
(Retired Tool & Die Maker for General Motors)
Passed away on Sunday, February 28th, 2021 in his 67th year.
Predeceased by the parents he took such loving care of, Cliff and Ruth Ryan.
Dear brother of Marilyn Simpson (Rick), Neil (Diane), Sharon Ryan (Shahla) and Brenda Jeffs (John).
Will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.
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JOHNSON, Jacqueline (née Letang) – (March 31, 1945 – February 28, 2021)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Jacqueline who passed away peacefully at home in Whitby, Ontario, on Sunday, February 28, 2021.
Jacqueline bravely finished her fight with Alzheimer’s surrounded by her children. She was 75 years young.
Jacqueline was the daughter of Marie Dechausay (Madech), and the former wife of Major Earle Johnson and Raymond Rafman.
She leaves to mourn; her children Garfield, Karlene, Jess, Jamela and their families; stepson Clifton Johnson and family in the USA; eleven grandchildren; her brother Richard Letang and family; sisters Patricia Fisher, Beryl Ifill, Ann-Marie Dechausay and their families; several nieces and nephews; her loving Caretakers at The Village of Taunton Mills; the Poponne, Elie and Corriette families.
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COOPER, Brian James - (July 22nd, 1958 - February 27th, 2021)
Suddenly in Roseneath on Saturday, February 27th, 2021, in his 63rd year.
Beloved husband of Connie Cooper.
Loving father of Haley Button (Jared), Brittney Cooper and Kelsey Cooper (Sean). Stepfather of Emma Grey.
Grandpa to Oliver and Murphy Button and Kashis Barrett.
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PIRAINO, Carmela - Passed peacefully in the evening of February 28, 2021, at the age of 91 surrounded by her loving family.
Her journey began on July 2, 1929 in San Marco, Italy, but she stopped counting years at age 25.
She was a very devoted wife to Pierino Piraino for 69 long but loving years.
She was a loving and caring mother to Frank (Lina) Piraino, Ersilia (late Vincenzo) DiCianni, Pat Piraino (Tina) and Anna Piraino.
Carmela had a strong love for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren Maria, Peter (Patricia, Ella and Mia), Lori-Anne (Elissa and Jessica), Kathy, Christina (Fabrizio, Briana and Liam), Angie, Alicia (Antony and Ilaria) and Daniel.
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HOSKING, Jean Madeliene - (May 7, 1932 – February 28, 2021)
The world has lost a beautiful soul as we sadly announce the passing of Jean Hosking, the matriarch of our family.
Jean was the beloved wife of the late Ken Hosking, cherished mother of Ken (Janet), David (Donna) and predeceased by Corry and Steven (Jackie).
She was the very proud grandmother of Sean (Jennifer), Jeremy (Zoe), Connie and Lynsey (Ryan) and adoring great grandmother of Evelyn, Dashiell and Addysen.
Predeceased by sister Doreen Lynchock (Red) and survived by sisters Carol Clancy (Jim), Jackie Ruggeri (Joe) and brother Ted (Theresa).
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LOOK, Glenn Edward - (September 1st, 1954 - February 28th, 2021)
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Glenn Look on Sunday February 28th, 2021 at the age of 66.
Loving husband of Dianne (nee Gwodz) for 35 years.
Loving father of Tanja Vargo, Trevor Look and his wife Kathy, Jessica Webb and her husband Rob.
Proud Grandfather of Rebecca, Olivia, Michael, Nicholas, Isabella, Harrison, Ellie, Sloane and Levi.
Dear brother of Al (Linda), Don (Eve) and Kevin (Robyn). His companion Odie will miss his best friend.
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GUENETTE, Wayne Robert - (1963 - 2021) - Passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 28th, 2021 at the Ajax-Pickering Hospital at the young age of 57.
Wayne will be dearly missed by his wife Brenda (Bowen), son Luke (Katie) and puppy dog Juno.
Son of Christine and Wilfred (predeceased) Guenette. Brother Steven (predeceased) sister Karen (Tom) Curtin. Wayne will be dearly missed by his aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
He was born on June 18, 1963 and was an employee of General Motors in Oshawa.
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DURAND, Bernadette Rosemarie 'Bernie' (nee Spencer) – (July 31st, 1934 – February 28th, 2021) -
(Avid square dancer; member of St. Thomas More Catholic Women’s Council)
Bernie, loving wife for 62 years of the late James “Jim” Durand of Mount Pleasant.
Dear mother of Orville and his wife Shirley of Tumbler Ridge, B.C., Jim and his wife Diana of Keene, Ivan of Millbrook, Gregory of Peterborough, and Kevin and his wife Carolyn of Peterborough.
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HILLS, R. Gordon, B.A., J.D., - 1954 - 2021 It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Gord Hills.
On Sunday, February 28, 2021, Gord passed peacefully, after a short battle with cancer.
He will be missed dearly by his wife of 43 years Heather, daughters Jennifer (Andrew), Stacey and granddaughter Reanna, along with close family and dear friends.
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STEVENSON, Marjorie Iva (nee Smith) - Passed away peacefully in Oshawa on Sunday February 28, 2021 at the age of 90.
Beloved wife of the late Clifford (married 60 years).
Dear mother of Arlie (John Rayson) of Whitby and John Stevenson of Victoria.
Much loved Nana of Laura, Brianna and Mark. Dear sister of Phyllis Hermann (late Doc).
Predeceased by brothers Elgin (Grace), Caldwell (Pam) and Murray (Sharon surviving).
Predeceased by brothers-in-law Duncan (Orleta), George and sister-in-law Ruby Caron (Moe).
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BRYANT, Dorothy Marie - November 3rd, 1931 - February 28th, 2021
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Hillsdale Estates, at the age of 89.
Beloved wife of the late Ken.
Loving mother of Patricia Cassis, Deborah Clark (Jim), Harold Dervent (Leslie) and Nancy Craig.
Step-mother of Marlie Boville (Richard), Marilyn Dickinson (Gib) and Michael Bryant (Linda).
Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother of many.
Dear sister of Gladys (Dan), Joyce and Carol.
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