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SINCLAIR, Fannie - On Friday June 19, 2020.
Beloved Wife for 71 years of Martin Sinclair.
Loving Mother and mother in Law of Gordon and Laura Sinclair, Audrey Sinclair, Kathy Baranack and the late Gary Sinclair.
Devoted grandmother of Alex and Samantha, Patrick and Meghan, Jonathan, Ben, Geoffrey, Jonathan, Daniel and Kimee, Lesley, and David and the late Jennifer.
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GONSALVES, Maurice Vincent - Passed away in his 79th year on June 19, 2020.
He was born to parents Haridat (Bywah) and Elizabeth in Georgetown, Guyana on March 8, 1941. From a student to a teacher, he continued in the educational field. Vince then changed to a career with the Ministry of Health, where he spent 15 years travelling the interiors of Guyana helping those villagers ailed with malaria. In search of a better life for his family, Vince moved to Toronto, Canada on May 8, 1976 where he then dedicated 28 years to Trench Electric, before retiring.
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ARMSTRONG, Jane (Sturgeon) - Jane died peacefully in Toronto on Friday, June 19, 2020 at the age of 86.
She was born in Meaford, Ontario to Dr. Leland W.C. and Martha (Currier) Sturgeon. A source of great pride for Jane was her father’s role as a Public Health pioneer in Ontario.
Jane was predeceased by her husband Barry N. Armstrong (d.2009), to whom she was affectionately known as “Bun”.
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BUTTIGIEG, Pauline Mary - Pauline Mary Buttigieg, on June 19, 2020, aged 80, passed away peacefully and comforted by the rites of the last Sacrament at Casa Arkati, Malta, after an illness borne with great Christian fortitude.
Pauline was a teacher by profession and over her career, shared her love of language, reading and life in general with pupils in Malta, England and Canada.
Her life of service continued in retirement and on her return to her native Malta in 1996.
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ELLIOTT, Jean - February 16, 1940 - June 19, 2020
Jean Elliott: a name synonymous with smiles, kindness, fun, being a wife (to Bob), a mum (to Janet and Suzy), a grandma (to Brandon and Harry), a mother-in-law (to Kevin and Graham), a nurse (to most of the town of Richmond Hill), a prolific knitter, a Brown Owl, a Kinette, a Florida Snowbird, and a baker of the most amazing chocolate cake and apple crisp.
Born in Nova Scotia, and raised in Montreal, Jean married Bob Elliott (man of her dreams) in 1961, shortly after graduating at the top of her class from Montreal General Hospital Nursing School.
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PUIGMARTI, Ramón - Peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2020, at Southlake Village Long-Term Care.
Beloved husband to the late Nan Puigmarti (nee Clark), son of Camelia Carlés Banqué and José Puigmarti Grauges.
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STEEL, John - A quiet caring man, passed away peacefully in his 91st year on June 19, 2020 at Thompson House in Toronto.
He was predeceased by his wife Annie Cain and his brother Matt.
Survived by his son Alan and daughter Karen (Paul Valentine).
John was originally from Ayrshire, Scotland coming over to Canada on the Queen Mary in the 50s. He has many relatives overseas who will miss him greatly.
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DUFFNEY, James (Jim) "The Duffer" - Passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2020, in his 78th year.
Jim had a long and successful career as a Firefighter with the City of York Fire Department.
He is survived and missed by Dianne, his loving wife and soul mate of 47 years.
Jim will also be greatly missed by Michelle, Courtney, Stacey and all other extended family members and friends.
Jim was predeceased by his daughter Lisa.
A special thank you to Humber River Hospital and Dr. James Rodgerson, for the excellent care they provided over the years.
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FRASER, Jean M. (nee THOMPSON) - 1913-2020 Jean passed away peacefully at Shepherd Lodge on June 19, 2020 at 107 years of age.
Predeceased by brother Lloyd.
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PETERSEN, Dorothea Anine - Peacefully, at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Dorothea Anine Petersen passed away on June 19, 2020 at the age of 84.
Dorothea was the daughter of the late Christian Petersen and Agnes Rivett and also predeceased by her brother Gary (1958).
She is survived by her siblings Karen (Tim) Houle of Forest, Ont., and Lisa (Glenn) Askin of Brantford.
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BOSWELL, Trevor - October 6, 1940 - June 19, 2020
Passed away peacefully, on Friday, June 19, 2020, at the age of 79.
Trevor was a devoted husband and best friend to Linda Boswell (nee Waters) for 55 years.
A beloved father to Lee Boswell (Margaret) and Darren Boswell (Cheryl).
He was a very proud "Papa" to grandchildren Olivia, Liam, Mason and Owen Boswell.
Survived by sisters Lorna Mead, Marlene Boswell and Lesley Godwin.
Predeceased by sisters Kathleen and Diane.
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DUDEK, Helen (nee TEREJKO) - Passed away peacefully in her 93rd year on June 19, 2020, at home surrounded by family.
Reunited with her Husband Jozef (May 4th) of 70 years.
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MUNRO, Elizabeth 'Katie' Fleming - ‘Katie’ was a hero to her family and friends, until her very last day - June 19, 2020.
Born March 13, 1980 in Toronto, she was the beloved daughter of Christopher ‘Sandy’ Munro and Barbara Stodgell Munro (deceased).
Katie was inseparable from her sisters, Kim and Ally.
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HEYD, Beverley Purdy - January 28, 1929 – June 19, 2020 - It is with a profound sense of loss that the family announces her passing peacefully at home with grace and dignity, her sons by her side.
Beverley was the eldest child of Dr. A.D.T. Purdy and Ethel Davy; sister to David Purdy and Carol Trusler (both deceased); and survived by Heather Schreiber.
Predeceased by beloved husband Gordon and son Richard (Deborah).
She is survived by sons Roger, Robert, Randall (Cheryl), Roderick (Cynthia) and will be greatly missed.
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CINITS, Edward Angelo - April 29, 1932 – June 19, 2020
Edward passed away peacefully, at the age of 88.
He will be missed dearly by his family.
Eddie was predeceased by his parents Edward and Alma Cinits and sister, Sally McNeill.
Survived by loving family: wife Marlene Cinits; children, Anita Gillies (Bruce), Leanne Karpus (Henry) and Robert Cinits (Rhiannon); grandchildren Leah Payne (Scott), Rebecca Karpus (Stephen Jackson), Lauren and Amanda Gillies, Natalie, Heather and Cameron Cinits; and great-grandson James Payne.
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CIASULLO, Karolina, Klara, Lilianna & Mila - It is with great sadness that we announce the tragic passing of Karolina, Klara, Lilianna & Mila Ciasullo on June 18th, 2020.
The family will be missed by all.
A heartfelt thank you to all who have shown their support through this very difficult time as it is greatly appreciated by the family.
Your continuing thoughts and prayers will not be unnoticed.
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ANQUETIL, Terrence George 'Terry' - His quiet strength, generosity and sense of humour will endure in us as we mourn the loss of Dad, Grampa, Terr.
Terry passed away Thursday, June 18th, 2020 surrounded by his immediate family, at Southlake Regional Health Centre.
He was the adoring husband to Patricia (nee Sullivan), super-Dad to Suzanne, Corey, daughter-in-law Jennifer, and a doting grandfather to his two cherished granddaughters Noelle and Simone.
Terry was a devoted member of the community serving as a firefighter his entire 37-year career retiring as Platoon Chief of the North York/Toronto Fire Department and proud member of the NYRFFA.
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BARKER, Gillian Denise - (March 18, 1960 - June 18, 2020) -
We are sad to announce the sudden passing of our beautiful wife and mother, Gillian, on Thursday June 18, 2020 at her home in Newmarket.
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CARAMANNA, Grazia - Grazia Caramanna was born on April 18, 1949 in Delia, Sicily, Italy and passed away on June 18, 2020 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at the age of 71 years.
Grazia was predeceased by her beloved husband Luigi in 2003.
She is the loving Mother of Salvatore (Patricia), Lina (Gabriele Valentini) and Giuseppe. Cherished Nonna of Louis Thomas, Emily, Stefanie, Maia, Michaela, Daniel and Louis Nicholas.
Loving Sister of Francesco (Anna), Calogera (Francesco – deceased), Rosario (Eleonora), Maria (Carmelo) and Rosa (Antonio).
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BODNAR, Lawrence Albert - (1933 - 2020) - On June 18, 2020 Larry passed away peacefully at home.
Larry was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba the only son of Polish, Hungarian immigrants. He was raised in Thunder Bay.
His life was not easy, but in 1954 he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. He was stationed in Europe for most of his 14 years in the service attaining awards for the development of tracking devices. He was also given the distinction of being promoted the youngest sergeant in the Air Force at that time. He had wanted to be a pilot, but due to a blown ear drum, that dream faded.
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GRANT, Gladys Myrtella - With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Gladys Myrtella Grant, she left us peacefully at her Residence at Extendicare Guildwood on June 18, 2020. She was in her 94th year of life.
Gladys was born in Manchester, Jamaica, to the late Ephraim and Almina Elizabeth Fuller. She later emigrated to London, England where she began her career as a nurse, married, and started a family.
Loving sister of Edgar (Edna), and the late Zitta (Bill), and Easton(Iris). Beloved mother of Hailu (Steve), Monica, and Yvonne.
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RUSSO, Vincenzo - God called Vincenzo peacefully on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at the age of 85.
He is now reunited in Heaven with his loving wife, Maria. Cherished by his dear children, Piero (Alejandra), Lina (Jerry Castellano) and Vincenzo (Nada).
Proud Nonno to Anthony, Krystal Marie, Sabrina, Yasmina, Valentina and Maria. Vincenzo will always be remembered by his siblings, Giuseppe, Giuseppina, and Leo.
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RISI, Raffaella - (April 21, 1926 – June 18, 2020) - It is with a heavy yet full heart, we announce the passing of our beloved Raffaella Risi.
Our matriarch was called home to our Heavenly Father on June 18, 2020 in her 94th year.
Raffaella is survived by her two doting sons Vincent (Josephine - predeceased) and Tony (Halyna), 7 adoring granddaughters along with their spouses, and 10 loving great-grandchildren.
On this faithful day, Nazzareno Risi, her devoted husband of over 73 Years, guided her through God’s Gates and into His Eternal Kingdom. There to welcome her home, was her precious daughter Ines and treasured daughter in-law Josephine; reunited at last in paradise.
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POLICICCHIO, Luigi - (June 20, 1939 - June 18, 2020)
Luigi Policicchio was born on June 20, 1939 in Lago, Cosenza, Calabria, Italy and passed away on June 18, 2020 in Toronto, Ontario.
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NOBILE, Emma Maria - Passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020, at the age of 88.
Dearly beloved wife of the late Candido.
Loving mother to Anna Maria and Lora, loving grandmother to Lisa, Jennifer, Melissa and Daniela, and dear sibling to her brothers and sisters.
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SMITH, Ruth (Rogers) - Passed away peacefully at home in Queensville, Ontario on June 18, 2020, at the age of 92 years.
Predeceased by the love of her life Reginald to whom she was married for 66 years.
Beloved Mother of Fred (Linda), Barbara, Michael (Melody), and Roselyn (Greg). Proud Grandmother of Wayne (Robyn), Wesley (Charlotte), William (Tammy), Jonathan, Jessica and Kaitlin, and Great Grandmother of 9.
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