MONKMAN, John -
Suddenly at his home on Wednesday, July 25, 2001, in his 50th year. Beloved husband of heather. Dear father of Jason and his wife Shannon and Mark. Loving Papa of Cailan. Son of Jennet Monkman and the late Percival. Brother of David and his wife Ellen, Dan, Jimmy and Peter. Brother-in-law of Wendy and Les Chadwick, Karol and Dom Ganhao, Kris Simeson and Mike and Denise Gibbs. Dear uncle of Tracey, Michael, Sean, Michelle, Natasha, Jeff, Corey, Alicia, Bryan, Jessie and Alex. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel” 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Sunday, July 29th from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, July 30th at 1 o’clock. Memorial donation to the Durham Region Cancer Centre, Canadian Mental Health Association or the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated.
WILLITTS, Dr. Donald -
passed away at his home, with family members at his bedside, Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at the age of 76 years. Dear gentle man, loving husband of Jean, dearly loved father of Bonnie (Kenn), Barbara (Brian), Bill (Aila), Robert (Stephanie), Tom (Peggy) and Douglas. Doting grandfather of Nicholas, Dustin, Sebastian, Rafael, Luc, Mathew, Allison, Emily, Devon, Bronte, Christian and Mercia. Don was in the Navy during W.W. II. He graduated from O.V.C. in 1954 and was in large animal practice in Uxbridge. He went on to establish the Markham Road Veterinary Hospital where he practiced until 1979. In 1980, he established the Mt. Albert Veterinary Hospital where he continued to do daily what he enjoyed most, caring for pets, large and small. Don loved his island in Temagami and the family fun times there. His family and friends will always remember Don for his love of nature and animals and for how much he enjoyed working around his farm and his newly planted apple orchard. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Feinberg, Dr. Hart and the supportive staff at St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto. Also, the family thanks Dr. Merrow, nurses Tracy Derry, Teresa Buckley and Melissa Colbourne for their excellent care of and support to Don and the family at home. The family is especially thankful to the numerous friends of the family and the members of the Mt. Albert community for their kind words of support, thoughts and prayers. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 2 p.m. at the Mt. Albert United Church, Alice St. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the St. Joseph's Health Centre Foundation or to the Mt. Albert United Church would be appreciated.
BAGNELL, Winton William “Bill” -
At Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Tuesday, July 24, 2001 in his 87th year. Bill, beloved husband of the late Joan Muir. Loved father of Lynne and her husband Robert Robson, Gail and her husband Ray Preston and the late Gary Bagnell. Loving grandfather of Tammy Trueman, Todd Bagnell, Duncan Robson, Mark Bagnell, Glen Bagnell, Tim Preston, Robert Robson Jr. and Chad Bagnell. Loving great grandfather of Cody, Elizabeth and Sean obson, Victoria and Paige Truemen, Taylor and Brooks Preston, Ayla and Bailey Robson and Claire Bagnell. Brother of the late Bernice Candler. Friends may visit with Bill’s family at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the Morris Chapel on Thursday at 1p.m. Interment Bowmanville cemetery. Donations to the Parkinson Foundation in Bill’s memory would be gratefully appreciated by the family.
JOHNSON, James -
Suddenly on Tuesday, July 24th, 2001 at the age of 18. Beloved son of Gaetane and Tony Sledge and Jim Johnson and Kathy Wellon. Dear brother of Michelle and her husband Jeff Kerr and Kourtney. Loving grandson of Simone and John Gagnon and Shirley and Earl Hughes. James will be lovingly remembered by his nephew Liam, extended family and many friends . Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE “Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, July 27th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, July 28th at 1.1:00 A.M. Memorial Donations to the Hospital for Sick Children, Kids Help Phone or Starlight Foundation would be appreciated.
KONDOROSI, Jeno -
Peacefully at his home, in Scarborough on Tuesday, July 24, 2001, after a brave struggle with cancer. Beloved husband of the late Frances. Loving father of David and his wife Karen, and Philip and his wife Carolyn. Devoted grandfather of Sarah, Allyson, and Katie. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday. A private family service will be held.
MACKAY, Edna Violet -
passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2001, in Mississauga. Beloved mother of Anne (Brian Farrell) and Alison (Jeff Patton), a1l of Mississauga. Loving sister of Lynn Porter of Orono and Irene Mills of England. She will be dearly missed by grandchildren Andrew and Rebecca Farrell; Tara, Kalie and Jessica Patton. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment MOUNT LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS, Whitby. Donations may be made to the Parkinson Foundation of Canada, 4211 Yonge St. Toronto, ON M2P2A9.
ROWAN, Wendy Louise -
Peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 24, 2001. Wendy (Hewitt) Rowan was the beloved wife of the late Barry D. Rowan. Loved mother of Julie and her husband Bruce Ferguson and predeceased by Cyndi Hellsten and Heather Rowan. Dear grandmother of Blair and Missy Ferguson and Karen Hellsten. Special aunt to Susan Gifford. The family will receive friends at the Mangan Funeral Home, 332 Osborne Street, Beaverton (705-426-5777) on Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 383 Osborne Street, Beaverton on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment Stone Church cemetery , Beaverton. The family would appreciate memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.
SMIT, (Jean) Jansje -
At the Lakeridge Health (Whitby) on Tuesday, July 24, 2001 in her 82nd year. Jean beloved wife of the late Hendrik. Loving mother of Kees and his wife Betty-Jean, Nienke and her husband Walter Milne. Dear grandmother of Debby Smit and fiance Christian, Joanne Milne and friend Steve, and Gordon Milne. Also survived by one sister and one sister-in-law in Holland. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. A very special thank you to Dr. D. Shepley and the staff of the 4th floor for the wonderful care and support. Mrs. Smit will be resting at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, 110 Dundas St. East, Whitby, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Private Family Service followed by Cremation.
CHANT, Lawrence Aylesworth (Larry) -
After a long illness, the evening of Monday July 23 at Lakeridge Health in Bowmanville at the age of 68. Larry Chant (Associate member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 178, for 7 years) of Strathaven Retirement Residence. Loyal Father to S. Diane Prentice of Etobicoke; dear Grandfather to Chad Prentice of Bowmanville and Kory and Leah Prentice of Vancouver, B.C. Brother of Gord Chant of Alberta and the late Paul Chant of Hampton. Larry, also remembered by Clara and those who knew him over the many years he serviced the area with his Hampton business. Friends will be received for a memorial gathering at Soper Creek Park on Simpson St. in Bowmanville from 1-4 pm this afternoon (Sunday July 29) in lieu of a traditional service, as were his wishes.
HARMAN, Robert Stanley -
Peacefully at Southlake Health Centre on Monday, July 23, 2001. Bob, in his 58th year, beloved son of the late George and Flossie Harman. Dear brother of Gladys Clarkson, Muriel Tunney, Nora Tindall, Betty Brown, Jean Baker, Margaret Maynard, Merlin Harman, Shirley McCurdy, Lois Nelson, Bill Harman and the late Donald "Jake" Harman. Will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Bill will be sadly missed by his special friend Paul Lehman. Friends may call at O'Neill Funeral Home, 6324 Main Street, Stouffville, on Wednesday 5-9 p.m. Service in the chapel Thursday 2 p.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
KITSON, Wilfred -
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa, on Monday, July 23, 2001. Beloved husband of Peggy. Loving father of Frank and his wife Kathryn. Proud Papa of Emily, Erin, and Shannon. Sadly missed by his relatives in England. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Saturday. A Prayer Service will be held in the Chapel on Sunday, July 29, 2001. For service time please contact the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
BESSETTE, Romeo -
At Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Sunday, July 22, 2001 in his 64th year. Romeo, beloved husband of Patricia Bessette. Dear father of Cindy Bassette, Darlene and her husband John Kougias and Terrence and his wife Darlene. Loving grandfather of Daryl, Lee, Crystal, Nicholas, Michael, Stephen, Athena-Marie, Ryan and Dylan. Brother of Jackie, Roland, Jean and the late Teresa and Marcel. Friends may call at the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Monday from 2 4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in our Chapel on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment Bowmanville cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in his memory would be gratefully appreciated.
BOREK, Chester James -
Peacefully on Sunday, July 22, 2001 at his home in Oshawa in his 81st year. Chester, beloved husband for 56 years of Sophie Borek (nee Zeglen). Loving father of Robert Borek and his wife Dian of Mississauga, Larry Borek and his wife Judy of St. Joseph's Island, Lorraine and her husband Peter Allen of Toronto, and Ronald Borek of Oshawa. Loved grandfather of Anthony, Amanda, Sean, Amelia and Loretta, and great-grandfather of Tyler Jane, and Cameron. Dear brother of Sophie Zaborowski of Guelph, Blanch and her husband Leo Zylka of Oshawa, and brother-in-law of Dr. Stanley Zeglen of Toronto. Friends may call at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Tuesday, July 24th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. with prayers at 7:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Hedwig's Polish Catholic Church (Olive and Central Park) on Wednesday, July 25th at 12:30 p.m. Interment Thornton cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to either the Cancer Centre or Palliative Care at Lakeridge Health Oshawa would be appreciated by the family.
BUNKER, Velma Pearl -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, July 22, 2001 in her 76th year. Daughter of the late Chester and Pearl Merkley. Loving mother of Bruce and his wife Linda. Proud Nana to Scott and his wife Andrea, Erin and her fiance Chris, and Susan. Dear sister of Roy Merkley and his wife Lois, and the late John Merkley. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held on Wednesday, July 25th at 2 p.m. Interment Exeter cemetery. Donations to support the excellent teamwork of Palliative Care Lakeridge Health Oshawa would be appreciated.
BURZAWA, Stanislawa -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, Sunday July 22nd, 2001 in her 78th year. Stanislawa, beloved wife of the late Ted Burzawa. Loving mother of Zofia Cwiok and her husband Boleslaw, Ted Burzawa and his wife Teresa, Bill Niekras and his wife Shelley. Stanislawa will be lovingly remembered by her Grandchildren Dorothy, Kasia, Madza, Ezabela, Taylor and Alex. Dear sister in law of Angela and Alex Niekraszewicz. Remembered by Zofia Cepil and her son Jack. Stanislawa will be sadly missed by all of her family in Poland. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Tuesday July 24th, 2001 from 7-9 p.m. with prayers at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. Hedwig’s Polish Catholic Church (Olive and Central Park) on Wednesday July 25th, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection cemetery. Memorial donations made to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Cancer Research would be appreciated by the family.
