passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Monday June 21, 2010 after a brief illness, at the age of 71. Beloved father of Mariana Basic (Mike) and Tone Valcic (Michelle) and soon to be grandfather of Baby Valcic. Loving stepfather to Rob Plaenk (Mary Ellen) and their four beautiful boys, Anthony, Sebastian, Robert and Gabriel. Predeceased by his wife Katica Valcic and second wife Radenta Valcic. Peter will also be very much missed by his siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives and many friends throughout Canada, Croatia and Australia. May God welcome you into his loving arms. You will remain forever in our hearts and shall always be remembered as a beautiful, gentle, quiet man who loved his family and friends more than words could ever say.
Entombment at Our Lady Of The Angels cemetery , Stoney Creek.
Valcic, Redenta Rosa Maria 1941-2009
Redenta Maria Valcic, passed away peacefully at home, in the care of her family, on Saturday February 14, 2009, in her 68th year. Redenta is survived by her loving husband Petar, son Robert (Mary Ellen) Plaenk and their children Anthony, Sebastian, Robert and Gabriel, step-children Mariana (Mike) Basic and Tone Valcic, also survived by brother Nadio Nezic , nephews and other family in Italy, Croatia and Slovenia. Visitation will be held at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 947 Rymal Road East (between Upper Gage and Upper Ottawa) HAMILTON (905-574-0405) on Tuesday February 17, 2009 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday February 18, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the chapel. If friends so desire, donations in Redenta’s memory may be made to the Juravinski Cancer Centre. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Levine, nurse Karen and the staff at the Juravinski Cancer Centre.
Valeri , Gary 1962-2010
Suddenly, at home, on Sunday, July 25, 2010, in his 48th year.
Beloved father of Julian Christopher and Paris Rose. Dear son of Rose and the Late Settimio Valeri. Brother to Sue (John Rabicki), Louisa (Eugene Canaris), Rosanne (Frank Lutz), and Sam (Rose) Valeri. Loved and dearly missed by Drita Vranica. Sadly missed by friends and extended family.
Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME – “William J. Markey Chapel”, 947 Rymal Rd E, HAMILTON, 905.574.0405, on Friday, July 30th, 2010, from 5pm-9pm. Funeral service will be held in the Bay Gardens Chapel on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 11am.
Memorial donations in Gary’s name made to the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation would be appreciated.
Vallvé, Concepcion M. 1931-2010
Vallvé, Conxita
Peacefully, on August 10, 2010, surrounded by her family at McMaster Hospital, at the age of 79.
Beloved wife of Jordi (George) for 57 years. Cherished mother of Xavier (Elisenda), Elisenda (Joan), Albert (Montse), and Maria (Wilf). Proud Iaia (Grandma) of Marc, Scott (Holly), Andrew, Ryan, Sean, Monica, Jason, and Eulàlia. Loving sister to Encarnasió. Fondly remembered by many family and friends in Spain and Canada.
Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME – “William J. Markey Chapel”, 947 Rymal Rd E, HAMILTON (905.574.0405), on Thursday, August 12, 2010, from 6pm-9pm. Funeral Mass at Annunciation of Our Lord Parish (280 Limeridge Rd W, Hamilton), on Friday, August 13, 2010 at 1pm. Interment to follow at Resurrection cemetery.
Van Rythoven, Cornelius "Case" 1932-2009
At the Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital, Burlington on Wednesday, January 28, 2009. Beloved husband of Yvonne (nee Buys) Van Rythoven. Dear father of Maria McPherson (Michael) of St. Catharines, and Tony Van Rythoven of Burlington. Loved Opa of Stephen, Corissa, Adrian, Ryan, Eric and three great-grandchildren. Private cremation. Expressions of sympathy to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Salvation Army would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1010 Botanical Drive (across from the Royal Botanical Gardens), BURLINGTON (905-527-0405). Funeral Director Henry Sieders.
VanderKolk, Willem 1943-2010
After a short illness, due to complications with diabetes, Willem passed away on Monday, February 22, 2010 at the Hamilton General Hospital in his 67th year.
Loving husband of 42 years to Willy. Beloved father and friend to Derrick. Opa to Yanna, Keira, and Gavin. Will be missed by Major and Duke. Survived by his brother Jan in Holland and sister Tini and brother Hank (Yanka).
Willem was a long time employee with the Ministry of Health and Emergency Health Services for 34 years. Past Commodore of the Burlington Sailing and Boating Club and an active member of the Ancaster Wheelchair Tennis Club.
Special thanks to the ICU staff at Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital, and the CCU of 4 South at the Hamilton General Hospital for all of their care.
At Willem’s request, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1010 Botanical Dr, BURLINGTON (905.527.0405). Please see www.baygardens.ca for further funeral service details and to sign the online Book of Condolence.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Burlington Humane Society would be appreciated by the family.
VanLierop, Martin 1933-2009
VanLierop, Martin
Peacefully, surrounded by family at Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital after weeks of illness, Martin passed away on December 9, 2009.
Beloved spouse of Betty Young. Respected father of Sandy Foulds (Peter), Judy Kitchen (Brad), stepfather of Kim Middleton (John) and Lisa Young. Loving Grandpa to Jessica-Jean, Courtney, Jordan, Joshua, Kyra, Kyle, Emma and Abbey. Will be fondly remembered by his siblings Truus, Jeanny, Jetty, Ted, Manuel and Bert. Predeceased by siblings John, Joseph and Willy.
Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1010 Botanical Drive (across from Bayview Mausoleum), BURLINGTON (905-527-0405), on Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 2pm-4pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Bay Gardens Chapel on Monday, December 14, 2009 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada and the Joseph Brant Memorial Foundation would be appreciated.
A very special thank you to Dr Correia and all of the nursing staff in ICU and on 3rd East.
Your strength and courage will always be remembered.
Verhoeven, Jan "John" 1928-2008
Peacefully at Shalom Manor, Grimsby, on Friday May 30, 2008 in his 81st year, formerly of Burlington. Surrounded by his loving family, the Lord took unto Himself our dear father and Opa after a courageous battle and lengthy illnesses. Born in The Netherlands in 1928 and immigrated to Canada in 1949. Loving husband of Jennie for 52 years. Wonderful father of Bernie, Julia, Lydia (Rick) and Annette (Al). Cherished Opa of Jesse (Shannon), Ryan, Aaron, Peter (Heather), Stephanie (James), Matthew, Brett, Amy and great-grandchildren Luke and Gabriella. Dear brother of Adrian, Ann, Ans and the late Rien. Thank-you to all the nurses and staff at Shalom Manor and to Dr. Wasi and the excellent staff at McMaster 3Z for their exceptional care these past years. Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1010 Botanical Drive (across from the Royal Botanical Gardens), BURLINGTON (905-527-0405) on Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Faith Christian Reformed Church, 2265 Mountainside Drive, Burlington, on Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 1 p.m. Private Interment Burlington Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations to Trinity Christian School would be greatly appreciated. (Henry Sieders, Funeral Director)
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Vuckovich, Michael 1977-2010
Suddenly, on June 3, 2010 in his 34th year, Michael was tragically taken from us too soon, but is happily reunited with his Deda.
Michael will be greatly missed by his wife Allison Vuckovich, and his loving children, Markus and Alayna.
Cherished son to Donna and Branko Vuckovich. Dear brother and brother in law of Melissa and Steven Mrmak. Beloved uncle to Baby Danica.
Michael will be missed by his Baba Vuckovich, Uncle Mike Vuckovich, brother and sister in law Derek and Sheri Calvin and family.
Much loved by his in-laws Jim and Marilyn Hutcheon and Glen Calvin, and many uncles, aunts, cousins, friends, and kumovi.
Michael was a devoted husband, son, brother, friend, and especially father; he was the true epitome of love, and will forever and always be missed on this earth.
Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME – “William J Markey Chapel”, 947 Rymal Rd E, HAMILTON MTN, 905.574.0405, on Monday, June 7, 2010 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Vigil prayers will be held at 7:30pm. Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at St Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Cathedral (149 Nash Rd S) at 11am. Interment to follow at Woodland cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, monetary contributions to the trust funds of Markus and Alayna would be appreciated at visitation on Monday.
Wade, Emily 1913-2010
Wade, Emily (nee Dickinson)
Peacefully at Idlewyld Manor on October 26, 2010 in her 97th year, predeceased by her husband Ronald (1979). Survived by her loving children Valerie and Lawrence (Norma),
her grandchildren Jonathan and Matthew (Sweet), Jeff and Jason and great-grandchildren Sarah, Hannah, Emily, Mckenzie and Hunter, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sisters Alice and Ethel and brother Albert and John. Emily was loved and admired by her family and friends for her courage during her long life. An inspiration to all who knew her.
Many thanks to the Staff at Idlewyld Manor for their care and kindness.
In accordance with our mother’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
Visitation will be on Thursday, October 28.2010 from 2 pm to 4 pm, at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (1010 Botanical Dr. Burlington, ON) Donations may be made to Idlewyld Manor or the MS Society.
