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CABRAL, Maria Eduarda - Peacefully on June 23, 2021 in Brampton, Maria departs this world at the age of 89 years.
Maria will be laid to rest next to her cherished husband Jose Cabral (1987).
Born August 5, 1931 in Portugal to loving parents Sofia & Pedro Medeiros, Maria immigrated to Canada where she raised her family.
Maria will be deeply missed by her three children: Armindo Cabral (Lorena Cabral), Ana Santos (Jaime Santos) and Alberto Cabral (Maria Silva).
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WIWCHAR, Warren Garth - It is with the deepest of sadness, our family announces the passing of Warren (WW) in his 69th year on June 23, 2021.
Warren bravely battled liver failure over the past year and a half before peacefully slipping away.
The loving husband and soulmate of Pat Wiwchar (nee Brandreth) for 42 years, and the cherished father of Erik (Byron), Dean, and Makenzie (Winston), Warren was predeceased by his father Alexander and survived by his mother Elsie, sister Arlene and brother Gary (Bev).
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BERKMAN, Halina – On Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at Baycrest Hospital.
Halina Berkman, beloved wife of the late Boris Berkman. Loving mother of Ahuva Ratner and Robert Joseph, and the late Shmuel Berkman who was killed during the Yom Kippur War.
Devoted grandmother of Natalya and Simon Atkinson, and Shemer and Jessica Ratner. Proud great-grandmother of Yoan Dov Kenneth, Alba Shoshannah Nellie, and Zev Wesley.
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PINTO, Leon - Our dear and beloved Leon Pinto passed away on June 23, 2021 just before midnight. He died peacefully in the hospital while surrounded by his four children.
Leon was born in Tangiers, Morocco on October 19, 1934. He devoted his life to his family, friends and to his passion for Orthodox Judaism and for his beloved Tiferet Israel Congregation. He was a man of faith with the highest of values and he always went above and beyond to make sure that everyone near him was comfortable and happy.
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DOWLING, Mary Philomena - Mary, passed away Wednesday June 23, 2021 at the age of 86.
Born in Ireland to parents Clara, from Ireland and Thomas, from England.
Loving mother of John, Anthony (Carol) and Edel (Mike). She was cherished by her grandchildren Amanda, Jason, Daniella, Sean, Brittany and Michelle. Great grandchildren Abby, Samantha Aidan and KJ.
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BLAIR, Kenneth Randolph - Passed away peacefully at Toronto General Hospital on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 in his 56th year.
Cherished brother of Sheila (the late Paul), Debbie Woodward (Ron) and Cindy Deneault (Glen). Beloved uncle of 7 nieces and nephews and great-uncle to 9 great-nieces and great-nephews.
Son of the late Pearl and Ken Blair Sr. Nephew of Irene Egan.
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LESTER, Mary 'Caroline' Watson - (Gold Medal Recipient ARTC Singing - Royal Conservatory of Music 1956)
The family of Caroline W. Lester are very saddened to share that Caroline passed away in Michael Garron Hospital in the early morning hours of June 23rd, 2021 at the age of 90. Until three weeks ago when she was admitted to hospital, she was still living in her own home which was her greatest wish, and for that we are grateful.
Caroline was the beloved daughter of James M. Watson (1949) and Florence S. Watson (2001). She is survived by her dearly loved children Mary Katherine S. Lester-Stricelj & James W. Lester (Barbara Porpealia). She was the best Nan to her much loved granddaughters Caroline K. Stricelj (Lewis Kent) & Katerina A. Lester.
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DEFINA, Bruno - Peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, Bruno DeFina passed away on June 23, 2021, at the age of 77.
Bruno will be eternally loved by his wife, Marianna, and forever cherished by his daughters Adreana, Maria, and Angela, and sons-in-law Rosario, Kent, and Sandro.
His grandchildren Daniel, Robert, Sonia, and Brooke will treasure the many memories they made together over the years
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DE PIETRANTONIO, Rocco - With sadness, we announce the passing of Rocco on June 23, 2021 at home at the age of 87.
Loving husband for 65 years of Salvina.
Beloved father of Enzo (Cathy) and Tony (Nina) and special Zio of Vince (Antoniette).
Proud nonno of Christina (Chris), Daniela (Nick), Alex, Stephanie (Corey) and great-grandfather of Julian, Alyssa, Serafina, Nicolina, Carter and Ben.
Rocco will be missed by his siblings, nieces, nephews and their families.
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ARCHIBALD, Robert - The family wishes to announce his passing on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 in Scarborough.
Born February 6th, 1934 in Scotland to parents Janet and Robert Sr.. Mr. Archibald later married the love of his life, Agnes.
He worked as a salesman, here in Toronto, but his true gift and passion was helping others. His ultimate joy was found in doing charity work for children.
Many family and friends will remember seeing Robert dressing up in funny Halloween costumes and handing candy out to kids each October.
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O'BRIEN, Siser Anne - Sister Anne O'Brien, a Grey Sister of the Immaculate Conception, Pembroke, Ontario, died in Pembroke, on June 23, 2021, in the 59th year of her Religious Life.
Left to mourn her loss are the members of her Religious Community and her sister, Phyllis (Brian Veinot).
She was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Evelyn (Kennedy), her sister Maureen (John Sullivan), and her brother Thomas (Lena).
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SYDIJ, Anna - It is with profound sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of their dear mother Anna on 23 June 2021 at St. Peter and Paul Residence in Scarborough at the age of 97.
Loving and devoted wife of the late John for 46 years.
Much loved sister of Emily (the late John) Dudych and the late Marg & Paul Sydij.
Loving mother to Wally (Wendy) Sydij, Steven (late Dianne) Sydij and Mary/Natalie (Warren) Bond. Caring aunt of Conner (Sophie) Bond.
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STAVRAKOS, Politimi - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Politimi, peacefully at the Hellenic Home for the Aged, on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, in the company of her loving family.
Politimi was born on August 18th, 1928, in Skoura, Sparta, GREECE.
She is predeceased by her husband of 40 years.
Mother to Flora, Penelope, Pericles, and Leonidas.
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LANTHIER, Jim - January 11, 1940 - June 23, 2021 - The day before Jim Lanthier died, a doctor asked him if there was anything more he needed.
Parkinson’s disease had robbed Jim of the easy eloquence he’d enjoyed for most of his 81 years and the physician had to strain to make out his whispered reply: “More poetry.”
For Jim’s beloved wife Cathy, who had taken their home apart searching for his favourite book of Philip Larkin poems and had been reading aloud beside his hospital bed from volumes of Jim’s own poetry, it was the perfect response.
Jim’s life had never lacked for poetry – and he always wanted more.
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FOX, James (Jim/Jimmy) Murray - With great sadness we announce the death of James (Jim/Jimmy) Murray Fox after courageously enduring multiple system atrophy.
Jim died at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital (OTMH), on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, with his beloved wife, children, and family by his side.
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MacDONALD, James H. (Jim) - The family of James (Jim) H. MacDonald, regret to announce his passing at the age of 96 on Wednesday, June 23, 2021.
Jim's wife of 54 years, Margaret (nee Carpenter) predeceased him in 2007.
Jim is survived by his three sons, Robin (Colleen), Randy (Emily) and Jeff (Heather), and his grandchildren Ross, Rebecca, Graeme, Cameron (Jessica), Neil and Lindsay.
Jim was a WWII RCAF Veteran, having served in Newfoundland where he was a navigator who flew countless missions escorting Allied convoys to and from Europe.
He had many stories of his time there including a plane crash and the amazing sight of a hundred ship convoy coming up over the horizon at sunrise.
Jim's life work revolved around the construction equipment business, and he founded Amaco Construction Equipment Inc. in 1983.
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MCDONNELL, Neilus Sean - Passed away peacefully on June 23, 2021 at Humber River Hospital.
Loving son of Monica and the late Sean McDonnell.
Cousin of Maurice Lubbock and his children, Owen, Andrew and Sara.
Neilus went to school at St. Monica’s, Northern Secondary and De La Salle College.
He worked in construction for over 30 years
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MARTINEZ, Virgilio E. Sr. - Passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at MacKenzie Health Hospital in Richmond Hill, ON surrounded by his loving family. He was 73 years old.
Virgilio was born on November 27, 1947 in Manila, Philippines to Osias and Angelita Martinez.
He was survived by his wife Rebecca and his children Lailani and Virgilio Jr.
His family moved to Canada in March 1987.
Virgilio Sr. was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather and brother to his family and was always there for them.
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TANAKA, Pauline Toyoko (Nishimura) - 75, passed away on June 23, 2021 peacefully at home with her husband Austin and son Blair lovingly on hand.
She was born August 15, 1945 in Greenwood, British Columbia to Robert Toji and Chiyo Frances Nishimura. After World War II the family briefly moved to Japan before returning in 1951 settling in Toronto.
Pauline loved gardening, arts & crafts and teaching. An avid proponent of education, she taught elementary school with the Toronto District School Board prior to the birth of her children and then took up the art of Bunka Shishu where she quickly attained the title of Master Thread Artist.
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SAUNDERS, Shakira - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Shakira AKA Shak. Shak passed unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 23, 2021.
She was 36 years old and leaves behind her wife, Tamiesha; step daughter Alaeya; Sisters, Sahna and Nikesha, Brothers, Brent and Brendon; and niece and nephew, Brianne and Jr.
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O'DONOUGHUE, Ronald "Ron", PENG., LT. (RCN) - Ron O'Donoughue passed peacefully, at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound, on June 23, 2021.
He was in his 80th year.
He leaves behind his wife and best friend of 57 years, Donna May O'Donoughue (nee De Mary), his sons Glenn of Victoria, BC, Seann (Andrea) of Owen Sound and Todd (Rachel) of Boston, MA, and his six healthy, intelligent, beautiful grandchildren: Liam, Erin, Aidan, Maeve, Dylan, Rohan, who were the apples of his eye.
Left to mourn are his brothers, Mark (Pam) of Orleans, ON and Michel (Cathy) of Jacksonville, FL, along with many dear family and friends both near and far.
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PEREIRA, Joao Pacheco - Left us peacefully in the last chapter of his 84 year story on June 23 2021.
He leaves behind a loving wife Olga and his legacies, children Fernando, Carlos, Richard and Susan and 7 grandchildren and great grand daughter.
We will all miss him greatly and wish him Peace in his afterlife.
He will be loved and never be forgotten.
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SUNGALIA, Eugenia 'Jean' - Born January 17, 1943 of Toronto, Ontario, passed away on June 23, 2021 at the age of 78 after a battle with lung cancer.
Jean came to Canada with her parents and brothers from Lithuania in 1948 via German refugee camps at a young age - living first in Oba, Ontario and then Toronto for the rest of her life.
Her career was largely in home décor – mainly drapery and blinds but she was also a car sales woman at a time when that industry had few women.
The greatest loves in her life were her daughter Stacie and granddaughter Meghan.
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CROCKER, Catherine Wynne - Passed away peacefully, with her caring daughter by her side and with the love of her family in her heart on June 23, 2021.
Devoted daughter of William and Best friend of Denise and Stanley.
Beloved mother of daughter Andrea and Son in law Floyd.
Dear sister to Billy, sister-in-law- Lucy and loving Aunt to Nicholas and Matthew.
Catherine dedicated her life and love to those around her, as an Educational Assistant for the Toronto District School Board.
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KOSITSKY, Adam - Adam Kositsky, beloved son of Lynne and Michael Kositsky, and sister Jamie-Rachel.
On Wednesday, June 23, 2021, ten days after his 49th birthday, Adam passed away peacefully under the caring and compassionate supervision of the MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying) professionals.
We are very grateful to them as they also helped see us through such a difficult time.
Adam was a kind and generous man who cared more about other people's well-being than his own. He volunteered at the Food Bank and helped the homeless and unemployed cut through bureaucracies to get the assistance they needed.
In his younger days, he was an actor who played Jacob Two-Two onstage at the Young People's Theatre in Toronto.
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CROCKER, Catherine Wynne - Passed away peacefully, with her caring daughter by her side and with the love of her family in her heart, on June 23, 2021.
Devoted daughter of William and best friend of Denise and Stanley.
Beloved mother of daughter Andrea and son-in-law Floyd.
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