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OBITUARIES ...for TORONTO and the GTA
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GODFREY, Rose - On Wednesday, September 28, 2022.
Peacefully at home surrounded by family. Rose Godfrey beloved wife of the late Joseph Godfrey.
Loving mother and mother-in-law of Sima, Norman and Debbie, and Myer and Rena.
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MEFFE, Vincenza (nee CAROVILLANO) Meffe - Vincenza, known as Gini to some, loving wife to the late Nicola for 65 years, passed away early Tuesday morning September 27, 2022, in her condo after a 14-week difficult stay in hospital.
She was 87 years old.
Born on May 30, 1935, in the tiny village of Torella del Sannio, Campobasso, Italy; she arrived in Toronto in 1953 with her father Antonio Carovillano.
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HALPERN, Mark - On Monday evening, September 26, 2022 at the too young age of 54, Mark passed away at home surrounded by his family and closest friends.
With amazing strength, courage and determination, Mark battled cancer, never letting it define him.
Mark was the adoring husband of the late Lynne, and loving father of their children, Zachary and Zoe.
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COMEAU, Frank Joseph - February 24, 1952 – September 25, 2022
Frank, in his 71st year, is survived by his wife, Lea; daughter, April (Mike Landry); proud papa to Tony, Nicolas (Landry), Tyson, Kyler (Comeau).
Also surviving are his mother, Irene Comeau; sisters and brother, Patricia (Tony Lippa), Linda (Steve Hall), Laura (Rick Swyers), Sylvia (Alvin Paul – predeceased), Jerry (Zoi), Cindy (Jules Bernier), Denise (Dale Liscoumb), Lisa (Andy Goodey).
Predeceased by his son, Frank Jr.; dad, John Comeau; brothers, Stafford and Lindsay and Niles.
He will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews and the entire Poitras family. Frank was born in Chatham Head, New Brunswick, one of 11 children. He moved to Toronto as a young man and started working for CN Rail.
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ANDREWS, Ruth Eleanor Doris (nee GOULDEN) (formerly CARTWRIGHT) - Peacefully, on Saturday, September 24, 2022, in her 95th year.
Born on October 14, 1927 in Toronto, Ruth was the loving wife of the late Albert Cartwright (married 1948 - 1987) and the late Bert Andrews (married 2003 - 2004).
Cherished mother of Cynthia (Donald Offen), the late Randall (Betty) and Edward (Mary Jo).
Lovingly remembered by eight grandchildren and their spouses, nine great-grandchildren, special nieces and nephews, and a community of close friends.
A very devoted Christian, Ruth was inspired by her faith and lived by example.
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MASSIE, Douglas "Doug" - Passed away on September 22, 2022, at the age of 51, in his hometown of Toronto, Ontario.
His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his incredible resilience and courage in facing life's challenges.
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PATTERSON, Ilse Whilhelmine (nee BIALOWANS) - Ilse passed away on September 22, 2022, at the age of 84, from cancer, at peace with the world and with her family by her side.
She is survived by her husband, John; two sons, Jamie (Kate) and Andrew (Meadow); her granddaughter, Beatrice; her brother, Gerhard; and sister, Gerdi.
Ilse was born in East Prussia in 1938 but fled with her family to East Germany ahead of the Russian advance.
Her independence of thought and stubborn spirit were not compatible with the new communist government, so she fled to West Germany.
In 1958, she came to Canada with little more than the clothes on her back.
Ilse started work as a nanny and progressed through several jobs while attending night school.
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CARSON, Harry "Jack" - Passed away peacefully, in his 95th year, at the Milton Hospital on September 21, 2022.
Jack was a retired Metropolitan Toronto Police Officer with 33 years of honourable service and was on duty in the Town of Weston during Hurricane Hazel in 1954.
Jack will be sadly missed by Shirley, his cherished wife of 73 years.
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MARSH, Naureen - Passed away at Markham Stouffville Hospital, on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, after a long and happy life.
Loving wife to the late Alfred, wonderful mother to Susan and Bob, Philip and Shirley.
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WISNICKI, Julian - September 9, 1929 - September 21, 2022
Passed peacefully, at Abbeylawn Retirement Community, Pickering, ON.
Born in Warez, Poland, he arrived in Canada in 1929.
Graduated from Central Technical Institute in Toronto and the University of Toronto, Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical).
He worked as a professional engineer in Detroit, Pittsburgh and Hamilton.
He later taught mathematics and drafting at Danforth Technical School and Jarvis Collegiate in Toronto.
He was married to Jenny (nee Jezierska) for 65 years until her lamented passing in 2016.
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ZACHAR, John - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Andrew Zachar.
John passed peacefully, at St. Joseph's Health Care Centre, with his loving wife of 62 years, Anne, by his side.
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FRADLEY, Joan - Passed away peacefully on Monday, September 19, 2022, after a long and happy life.
Joan was born in Toronto and was married to the late Berry Fradley.
She was an incredible mother to Steven, Susan, Norman and Nicole; their spouses Christine, Patrick, Shirley and David.
Grandma Joan will be greatly missed by her grandchildren: Evan, Cara, Eric, Danielle, Michael, Jessica, Kristen and Ryan.
She loved her great-grandchildren, Everett and Grace, Ray and Alden, Rosie and Tillie.
Joan was a very warm, thoughtful, compassionate, creative and spiritual person.
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ROTSTEIN, Celia - On Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Sunnybrook Health Centre.
Beloved wife of the late Dr. Murray Rotstein.
Loving mother and mother-in-law of Joel Rotstein and Toby Greenbaum, Fern and Abe Reinhartz, Brenda Rotstein, Karen Rotstein and Simon Bernstein.
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DURANOVICH, Sonia Frances (nee LEICHOCK) - Sonia, age 83, passed away on September 18, 2022, at her much-loved summer home on the windy shores of Georgian Bay.
Sonia was the loving and devoted wife to Donald (Donny) Duranovich, a beloved mother of Melony (Adam) and Sean (Vallery) and proud Baba to Xzana, Danielle, and Violet-Jean.
Sonia was predeceased by her mother, Frances, father, Walter, and sister, Stella.
Born in North Toronto, which at the time was a rural community. Sonia attended Ledbury Park P.S., Armour Heights, Bathurst Heights Secondary School and Shaw's Business College.
Sonia went on to hold various employment positions with Robert Amell Jewelers and Martel Realty, prior to working alongside her husband Donny.
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CANZIO, Salvatore - Born January 6, 1935.
He is predeceased by his loving wife, Antonia (nee Cutruzzola), of 60 years.
Sadly missed by his daughters: Anna (Joe) Provato, Debbie Booth, Maria (Mauro) Falcone, and Adriana Canzio.
Lovingly missed by his 6 grandchildren: Stephanie and Joseph Provato, Aaron and Nathan Booth, Lauren and Matthew Falcone.
May he repose peacefully in Heaven with his beloved wife; parents, Vincenzo and Gessuzza Canzio; and brothers and sisters, Giuseppe, Chicca, Grazia and Gaetano.
He will be greatly missed by his surviving sister-in-law, Antonietta Canzio; and brother-in-law, Tony (Lucy) Cutruzzola.
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CRATE, Marsha Lynn Crate - Passed away after a short illness, on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at the age of 75.
She was born Marsha Snitman on August 17, 1947, to Charles and Beryl (nee Derrick) Snitman.
Marsha is survived by her husband, David; and two children, Damon (Kyra) and Ashleigh (John); and grandchildren, James, Cali, Ellis and Nico.
Marsha is also survived by her siblings, Brian (Helen), Laura (Peter), Hyla, Harvey (Romaine), Tina, and Leisa (Joe).
Marsha was always there to offer selfless support to family and friends.
Her family, and particularly her grandchildren, were the light of her life.
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DIMON, Robert "Bob" Colin - September 20, 1957 - September 18, 2022
Predeceased by his mother, Gwen Dimon, by 6 days, and by his father, Colin "Bill" Dimon, by 44 years.
Beloved brother of Rick (Victoria), Ron (Meredith), Neil (Caron), Marlene (Ed).
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LEAHY, Desmond (Des) Patrick - May 21, 1934 – September 18, 2022
Passed away peacefully, at home in Toronto, Canada, on September 18th, with his family by his side.
Born on May 21, 1934 in Dundalk, Ireland, Des leaves his loving family - his wife of 63 years, Peggy; children: Michael (Linda), Ann (Pearse), Paul (Michelle); grandchildren: Daniel (Catherine), Ciaran, (Débora), Mick, Liam, Alexandra (Jackson); and great-grandchild, Brady.
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TOMASOVIC, Nediljko - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nediljko Tomasovic, on September 17, 2022.
Nediljko was born on February 9, 1947, in Kucice, Croatia.
Devoted husband of Neda. Cherished father of Branko (Una), Jelena, and Josip.
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POSSIAN, Hasmig (nee ZOBYAN) - An irreverent couturier armed with a playful sense of humour and insatiable curiosity, Hasmig made every room she walked into a bit more wonderful.
She designed everything from intricately constructed ball gowns to simple blouses; works of art that made her clients feel beautiful.
She was a creative, sarcastic, and glamorous force of nature, who always lived life on her own terms.
Hasmig passed away peacefully, on Saturday evening, with her daughter, Amara, and her son-in-law Tony, by her side.
She was predeceased by her parents, Bedros and Seta Zobyan (née Shamlian); her uncle, Vahram Zobyan; and her aunt, Arpi Meras (née Shamlian). She faced her death as she did her life, with no filter or fear.
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VESCIO, Lidia - December 16, 1931 - September 17, 2022
With heavy hearts, the family of Lidia Vescio announce the passing of a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at the age of 90.
Born on December 16, 1931, in Conflenti, Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy, to Francesco and Rosina Passarelli.
She will be reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Nicolino.
Loving mother to Fernando (Lisa) and Anne Marie (Art).
Proud nonna to Stefani (Daniele), Giordana, Erica, Nicole, Alessandro and Alana. Cherished bis-nonna to Chiara.
Lidia will be fondly remembered as a second mother to her brother, Giovanni; and her sisters, Maria and Vincenzina.
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COOK, Robert Thomas - 1950 - 2022, Aged 72
Passed away peacefully,
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BAIN, Margaret Rose - July 15, 1943 - September 17, 2022
With deep sorrow, we, the family of Margaret Rose Bain, announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother.
Truly saddened by the loss but forever grateful for all the cherished memories given to us.
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MARSHALL, Ann Dillion - January 14, 1932 - September 16, 2022
Ann died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, last Friday evening.
Ann grew up in Larchmont, New York, one of four children of Tom and Mildred Dillon.
An avid student, Ann attended high school at the Convent of the Sacred Heart in Greenwich, Connecticut and did her undergraduate studies, first at Newton College and then at St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto.
Her teaching career began as headmistress of the lower school of St. David's in New York City where she met her husband, Richard.
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DOLSON, Ronald Roy - Passed away peacefully, at the age of 85, on September 16, 2022.
Ron has joined his brothers, George and Bud; and sister, Rita, in the hereafter.
Ron will be missed by his wife, Peggy; daughters, Lori Bailey (Rob) and Sunny Bishop McLaughlin (Brian); grandchildren and siblings.
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ARSENAULT, Mike - Passed away at his home on September 16, 2022.
He will be rejoining Fred and Cindy. Beloved son of Doreen (Fred); brother of Pat (Kathy) and Carol (Mike).
Devout father to Christine (Paul), Michael, and Kelly (Marcelo). Loving grandfather of Kiah and Logan.
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