Marshall McDowell Manns
February 24, 1933 - May 30, 2004
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It is with great sadness the family of Marshall M. Manns announce the passing of their deeply loved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and special friend to many. Marshall, age 71, resident of Eva Lake, Atikokan, went to be with the Lord after a long battle with cancer, in the quietness of his home, peacefully in his sleep with his family at his side. Marshall was born on February 24, 1933 and married to his wife Lou Ann Manns (nee Crandell) in June of 1951. Together they had four children. Marshall was an avid fisherman both at home in Canada and in the Gulf near their winter home in Aransas Pass, Texas. He spent many wonderful years hunting and both fur and minnow trapping. He spent twelve great years owning and operating a local tourist resort with his family. He loved to play bridge with his friends while in Texas and on the computer at home. He enjoyed playing card games with his grandchildren and he was a wonderful teacher, respected by both students and co-workers. Marshall is survived by Lou Ann, his wife of 53 years and mother of his four children; sons Marshall (Karen) of Marion Lake, Atikokan, Rob (Linda) of Eva Lake, Atikokan; daughters Paula of Thunder Bay and Karyn of Eva Lake, Atikokan; ten grandchildren; Noah, Roxanne and Crystal, Jennifer and Robert, Amanda, Nicole and Brittany, Erica and Robert; and one great-grandchild; Skylar. Also surviving him is his sister Louise (Tom). He was predeceased by his parents, Marshall and Ruth Manns. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, June 3 at 11:00 a.m.(CST) at the First Baptist Church, Atikokan officiated by Pastor Ken Stainthorpe. Interment at Little Falls cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made in Marshall's memory to: Atikokan General Hospital, 120 Dorothy St. Atikokan, Ont. P0T 1C0 or First Baptist Church Handicap Access Fund Box 306 Atikokan, Ont. P0T 1C0. Marshall was very active in the Baptist Church. He was very strong in his faith and was at peace with death knowing that he was going to a better place.
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Claire Marie Olivina Jolicoeur
April 29, 1935 - June 05, 2004
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The family announces with great sorrow her death at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre on Saturday, June 5, 2004 at the age of 69 years. Beloved wife of the late Philippe Jolicoeur. Loving mother of Denise Jolicoeur-Brown (husband Gary) of Burlington, Dan Jolicoeur (Tracy) of Timmins, and Mitch Jolicoeur of Thunder Bay. Dear grandmother of Daren and Ryan of Timmins, Jessica of Thunder Bay and Adam of Burlington. Survived by her mother Flore Drolet Gaudet of Ville-Marie, Quebec, many brothers and sisters and their spouses and many nieces and nephews. Also remembered by many in-laws in the Jolicoeur Family. Claire will be sadly missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 3, 2004 at St. Casimir's Roman Catholic Church. Interment at Sunset Memorial Gardens to follow. Her children will receive family and friends at Mitch's house. Remembrance donations to the St. Joseph's Hospice and Northern Cancer Research Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
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Mrs. Gertrude "Gert" Mary Herron (née Holmes)
October 12, 1912 - April 29, 2004
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The family of Gertrude Herron are sad to announce the passing of their mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother on April 29, 2004 after a short illness. "Gert" was born in Derbyshire, England in 1912 to Florence and James William Holmes. She was the second of seven children, all born in England. When she was 12 the children immigrated to Canada with their mother. Her mother raised the children on her own doing housework and helping out on the farm of her sister and brother-in-law. She was married in 1930 to James Earl Herron in Tisdale, Saskatchewan. Together they had five children, the four oldest were born in Saskatchewan. In 1942 they moved to Fort William, Ontario where the youngest was born. During the Second World War, Earl worked at Canadian Car where the training aircraft were built. For some years after the war, Gert worked with her husband at the Flying Club in Fort William. Then they ran a small lunch counter in the Legion on May Street where they were known for their famous "fish and chips". When the lunch counter closed, she worked for some years at her daughter's store in Vickers Heights. She also worked at Art Danis' store in Rosslyn. After the death of her husband she resided with her daughter and son-in-law in Stanley Park for five years. She then moved into McKivor Court where she resided for the last 21 years. She was very involved with her friends and neighbors at the centre and spent many hours playing cards, bingo and involved in other activities. She will be missed by her loving family, especially her granddaughter Cindy who was always there when "grandma" needed a hand with housekeeping or other duties and by Ron and Doris who would take her shopping, for appointments, out to lunch or to make sure she was well. She is survived by her sister Edith Grochmal in Winnipeg, Manitoba; her three daughters Joyce (Jim) Meservia of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Doris (Ron) Gownlock of Thunder Bay and Margaret of Lumby, British Columbia; her daughter-in-law Shirely Herron of Thunder Bay; her grandchildren Debra (Ken) Roach of Calgary, Alberta, Sharon Breadner of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Lori (Jim) Richards of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Gary (Marie) Bergeron of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, David Bergeron of Thunder Bay, Susan (Len) Adams of Sioux Lookout, Jackie (Jamie) Green, Jamie (Gayle) Gownlock, Cindy (Jay) Oda, Daryn (Judy) Gownlock, Donna, Sandy, Jimmie, Andrew and Kelly Herron, all of Thunder Bay, Allan (Kim) Stokes, William Stokes and Edwin Bushby of Lumby, British Columbia; 21 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Earl in 1978, her children Verna Bergeron in 1995 and James (Chick) Herron in 1989; her son-in-law Rolly Bergeron in 1978; her brothers James and Charley Holmes; her sisters Evelyn Miller, Florence Clayton and Alice Jackson; sister-in-law Margaret Holmes; brothers-in-law George Clayton, Robert Jackson and John Groshmal. A service of remembrance for Gert will be held on Monday, May 3, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. at the Valhalla Inn. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Northern Cancer Research Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Mary Jane McEachern (née MacDonald)
January 16, 1923 - March 29, 2004
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Mrs. Mary Jane McEachern (nee MacDonald), age 81, passed away peacefully in St. Joseph's Hospice Monday March 29th, 2004 with her family by her side following a short illness. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Neil MacDonald, she immigrated to Canada as a very young girl. Mary was very involved in her community and supporting the needs of others. She was an active member of the Ladies Shrine Club and Action Group, C.L.E. Creative Arts and a 55 year member of the Elks Royal Purple. In her spare time she enjoyed joining friends for lunch or for a lucky game of Bingo. She will be greatly missed by her surviving family, children Bruce McEachern and Jackie Bryck and her long time companion Ernie Rollason. Treasured always by her four loving grand children Kristen McEachern (Aaron) of Kamloops, Stacey McEachern-Waugh (Mike) of Japan, Bradley Bryck (Shannon) and Robbi Bryck. Mary's precious gifts were her great grandchildren Savannah Scavarelli, Hailey Bryck and Raina McEachern-Toombs. Mary was predeceased by her loving husband of 42 years Jack McEachern and brother Dan Roddy (Mousie). Honouring our mothers wishes there will be no service at this time. A family memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's Care Group or a charity of your choice.
Miss Me But Let Me Go When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom filled room Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little-but not too long And not with your head bowed low Remember the love that we once shared Miss me- but let me go For this is a journey we all must take And each must go alone It's all a part of the master plan A step on the road to home When you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the friends we know And bury your sorrow in doing good deeds Miss me-but let me go JENKENS FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE
Alexander Murray MacRae
January 10, 1940 - March 22, 2004
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Mr. Alex MacRae passed away after a lengthy illness at the age of 64 in the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. Born January 10th, 1940, in Port Arthur, he worked at Provincial Papers for 37 years, retiring as a Tour Boss in 1996. His home and family were most important to him. Alex enjoyed biking, walking and cross country skiing for as long as his health allowed. Alex is survived by his wife Diane, children Murray (fiancee Jessica Johnson); Patricia (Jaret Gardner) and grandchildren Brooklyn and Connor, and David (Danni Sovie). Also survived by his sister Claire MacRae Kaukinen (Christopher Trump), nieces and nephews Jamie, Catherine, Karia and Jonathan and sister-in-law Irene Burns. Alex is predeceased by parents Alex and Fanny and parents-in-law Harold and Evelyn Burns. A funeral service for Mr. Alex MacRae will be held on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 12:10 P.M. in St. Patrick's Cathedral with interment in Riverside cemetery. If friends so desire, donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
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Pilcher Daniel Verner
April 16, 1958 - March 19, 2004
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Mr. Verner Daniel Pilcher, age 45, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on Friday March 19, 2004. Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Vern worked on various lake boats for the last 28 years, most recently as a Third Class Marine Engineer for Algoma Steamship Lines. He enjoyed snowmobiling and working on his cars and motorcycles. Vern will be lovingly remembered by his parents Hazel and Verner, sister Hazel and brother James as well as many other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Vern will be held on Wednesday March 24, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Jenkens Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Tuesday March 23, 2004 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Jenkens Funeral Home. If friends so desire, donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
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Peter Paul Zaroski
July 11, 1928 - March 20, 2004
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Mr. Peter P. Zaroski, aged 75 years, passed away peacefully at Pinewood Court on Saturday, March 20, 2004. Peter was born July 11, 1928 in Fort William where he was raised and educated. In 1948 he married Nancy Cheresniowski and they celebrated 55 years of marriage together. A self taught carpenter and mechanic, Peter built his own home and repaired his own vehicles. As a young man Peter worked for Canada Car and Great Lakes Sawmill, then in 1950 joined Canadian National Railway as a Carman retiring in 1984 due to ill health with 34 years of service. Peter is survived by his wife Nancy, daughters Nadine Abbott (Michael), Donna Fuhrman of Vancouver (enroute), Lori Kroll (Ed) of Australia (enroute), sons David of Toronto (enroute) and Tim (Jane), grandchildren Rodney, Darryl and Stephen Abbott, Andrew and Nick Fuhrman, Gordon and Terry Zaroski, great-grandchildren Kaylee, Alex and Zachary, brothers Maurice and Paul. Numerous cousins, nieces and nephews also survive. Peter was predeceased by his parents John and Paraska Zaroski, sisters Stella and Ann, and grandson Michael Zaroski. Peter was an avid hockey and baseball fan. He was very proud of his grandsons and enjoyed attending their games. When his health prevented him from being there in person he continued to follow their progress asking for regular updates. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 24 at 11:00 am in St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Mountdale Ave., with Rev. Buchiora presiding. Panachyda (prayers) will be held on Tuesday, March 23 at 7:00 pm at Jenkens Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre followed by visitation for family and friends until 9:00 pm. As expressions of sympathy the family respectfully requests memorials to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
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Mrs. Maria Mastromatteo (née Tonato)
September 23, 1915 - March 22, 2004
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MASTROMATTEO, Maria Assunte (nee Tonato) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Richmond Terrace, in her 89th year on March 22, 2004. Born in Urbana, Italy, September 23, 1915. Predeceased by her loving husband Nicola (1980). Loving mother of Domenic Mastromatteo and wife Marlene, Teresa Smith & husband Karl, Faustine Deslippe & husband Dave, and predeceased by her son Frank (September 12, 1978). Dear mother-in-law of Tina. Dear Nonna of Sandra, Ken, Lisa, Keith, Steven, Derick, Matthew and Jennifer. Dear Bis Nonna of Erin, Kristen, Emily, Gabriel and Faith. Dear sister to Eugenia Correzzola (Italy) and brother Stelio Tonato (Windsor). Predeceased by three sisters all in Italy, Noemi, Bruna, Fermina and I grandchild Nichole Marie (August 1970). Maria was a past member of Mother Christiana at St. Angela and past member of St. Angela Senior Citizens. She is formerly of Windsor and Leamington. Visiting at JAMES H. SUTTON FUNERAL HOME 401 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario on Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Parish Prayers Tuesday 3:00 p.m. Funeral Mass Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at St. Angela Merici Church, 980 Louis Ave. Windsor at 9:30 a.m. (PLEASE NOTE: There will not be a procession from the funeral home. Family & friends are requested to meet at the church from 9:15 a.m. until the time of Mass) Entombment St. Alphonsus Mausoleum. As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimers Society would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Maria in the Sutton Heritage Forest. A dedication service will be held September 26, 2004. All are welcome.
