KELLY (nee Windeatt) -
Mary Ellen (Retiree Durham Regional Police Dept., long standing member of St. Mary of the People Parish, Catholic Women's League). passed away quietly at home on Wednesday January 2nd, 2002. Mary Ellen in her 70th year. Beloved wife of the late John "Scotty" Kelly. Loving mother of Jack Kelly and his wife Kim, Mark Kelly and his wife Hanna and Brian Kelly. Loved grandmother of Christopher, Michael and Alexander. Dear sister of Ruth Docksdader, Joan Jensen and her husband John, Billie Windeatt, Bob Windeatt and his wife Marlene. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East with Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary of the People Parish on Monday January 7th, 2002, at 10:30 A.M. Interment Resurrection cemetery. Prayers in the funeral home Sunday evening at 8:15 P.M. Donations in memory of Mary Ellen to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation 7-9 P.M. Saturday, 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday.
MERCHANT, Kathleen Loraine "Rainy" -
Died peacefully on Wednesday January 2, 2002. Loving sister of Jack, Marie, Betty and their families. Sister-in-law of Thelma and auntie of Barbara Jane and Debbie. Our family would like to thank her many friends especially Alison, Murray, Louis, Graham and Rosewood Manor that provided a home away from home. They were all a joy and comfort to her. Many thanks to Dr. Osborne and the compassionate staff at the Bowmanville Hospital. Arrangements entrusted to the Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville.
MORRIS, Alfred "George" Thomas -
Our Dad died peacefully at Versa Care Centre, Uxbridge, on January 2, 2002 in his 94th year. His wife Violet (Smith) predeceased him in 1995. We, his children Gayle (and Larry) Folliott and Jim (and Dianne) Morris as well as his grandchildren Michael and Kathryn Folliott and Jason and Julie Morris, will all miss him. Friends may call at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge, 23 Main Street South from 3-5 p.m. on Saturday, January 5th, 2002. a funeral Service will be held at their chapel on Monday, January 7th, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Sandford cemetery. If desired, the family would appreciate remembrances to Versa Care Centre, Uxbridge, (130 Reach Road, Uxbridge)
NICHOLSON, Brigitte -
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa, after a lengthy battle with cancer, on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2002. Brigitte Achleitner, in her 35th year. Beloved wife of David. Dear mother of Laura and Megan. Dear daughter of Guenther and Ursula Achleitner of Scarborough. Dear sister of Oliver and sister-in-law Christina. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, “Thornton Chapel”, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Tuesday. January 8th, 2002 from 1:30 p.m. until time of service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Cremation. Memorial Donation to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
PARFITT Madeline -
It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Madeline Parfitt, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa, on Wednesday, January 2, 2002. Madeline, in her 82nd year, loving mother of Garry and Freda, Jo-Anne and her husband George Finnie and the late Kyle and Pamela Partitt. Cherished nana to Tracy and her husband Jim Ferguson, Shane Finnie and great-nana to Justine and Jennifer Ferguson. Sister of the late William Tweedie and sister-in-law of Gladys Tweedie. Lovingly remembered by her husband Victor. In honour of Madeline's wishes cremation will take place with interment at Oshawa Union cemetery. Donations may be made to a Charity of choice through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
PEARSON, Helen A. (Burrows, Dickinson) -
On Wednesday, January 2, 2002 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket after a difficult recovery from heart surgery. Beloved wife and best friend for 30 years of Philip H. Pearson of Zephyr. Wife of the late Lorne Dickinson (1964). Loving and devoted mother of Joyce Howse (Roy) and cherished grandmother of Adam and Kendal of Sonya. Special aunt to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Donald and Maitland (Betty) Burrows. Friends and relatives will be received at Lathangue & Skwarchuk Funeral Home, 19153 Centre St., Mt. Albert on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday, January 5, 2002 at 11 a.m. Spring interment at Stouffville cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation, Toronto, Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation, Newmarket, or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
PETERSON, Gerald A. (Gerry) -
Long time resident of the Courtice area. At Oshawa, after a short illness, on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2002 in his 87th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Jean (nee Tamlin) for 66 years. Dear father of Myrna McCullough and her husband Paul of Steenburg Lake, Rick and his wife Gloria of Oshawa and Paul and his wife Lin of Burton, B.C. Lovingly remembered by 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Brother of Howard Peterson of Cornwall and the late Everett (Pete) and Kenneth. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel of OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, “Thornton Chapel”, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Saturday, January 5th, 2002. Interment Eden cemetery , Cambray. Memorial Donations to the Alzheimers Society would be appreciated.
SHIELDS, Mary Irene -
Peacefully at Hillsdale Manor Oshawa on Wednesday January 2nd, 2002. Mary (nee Baker) in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Shields. Loving mother of Joan Bouckley, Gordon Shields and his wife Elsie, and Don Shields and his wife Marielle. Dear Grandmother of Bonnie, Stephen, Brent, Barry, Susan, Alison, Mark, and Daphnie. Mary will be sadly missed by her nine Great grandchildren. Survived by her sister Rose of British Columbia. Predeceased by her brothers Vincent, Earl, Arthur, Bernard, Wilfred, Fred, and Francis, and sisters Mary and Teresa. A special Thankyou to the staffof Hillsdale Manor Oshawa for their care and compassion. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church on Saturday January 5th, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Catholic cemetery Whitby. Prayers will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. Memorial donations to a Charity of choice would be appreciated. Visitation Friday 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 pm.
WARDROP, David Edward -
Suddenly, on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2002 at Lakeridge Health Centre, Uxbridge. In his 58th year. David, beloved husband of Brenda, dear father of Lisa (Dave King) and David (Elizabeth Chartrant). Grandad of Katie, Crystal, Brenda, Devon, Dustin and Madison. Predeceased by his brothers Richard and Norman. Survived by sisters Edith and Mary and brothers Bob, Jim and Danny. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge, 23 Main Street South, on Sunday, January 6th, 2002 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the chapel on Monday, January 7th, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. Interment , Claremont Union cemetery. In David's memory, donations may be made to the Diabetic Association.
DALEY, Arnold C. -
(Retiree of The Toronto Star). Peacefully, at the Lakeridge Health - Port Perry Hospital, on Tuesday, January 1, 2002, in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Georgette (nee Rudin). Loving father of Denise, Charlotte, Colleen and Louise. Proud pappa of Ron, Melissa, Iain, Kyle, Kimberly, Andrew, Alexander, Simon and Jennifer. Loving brother of Bernard Daley and Elaine Dougherty. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE, 'Thornton Chapel', 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234), for visitation on Friday, January 4, 2002 at 2 p.m. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Cremation. Donations made to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. Special thanks to the staff at the Lakeridge Health - Port Perry Hospital for their kind care.
DAY, Charles -
On January 1, 2002. Charlie, loving husband of Olive. Dear father of Allan and his wife Sue, Charlene and her husband Michael Long, Kathy and her husband Garry Boehm, Eric and Ian. Grandfather of Erin, Ryan, Graeme, Jason, Meaghan, Kristen, Melanie, James, Sarah, Matthew and Denise. Beloved brother of Doris and the late Delma. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax on Thursday, January 3 from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday from 12 noon until the time of service in the chapel at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated.
McMAHON, Hugh -
At Cedarcroft Place Oshawa on Tuesday Jan. 1st, 2002, Hugh McMahon age 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Edith Einboden. Dear father of Doug McMahon and his wife Marilyn and Sharon McMahon Nadeau. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Jeff, Robin, Brent and Stephanie and great grandchildren Kennedy, McKenzie, Gregory and Zachary. Brother of Keith and Neil (Butch). Predeceased by sisters Phyllis and Freida. Resting at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East Oshawa. Funeral service in the chapel Saturday, Jan. 5th, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Cedar Masonic Lodge Memorial Service Friday 7:00 p.m. Special thanks to Joan and Bob Henry for their friendship and support. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
RISEBROUGH, Robert Bruce -
Peacefully, at his home on Tuesday, January 1st, 2002 in his 67th year. Robert, beloved husband of Ruby (Betty) Watson. Dear father of Donna (Keith Rodd), Diane (Greg Timbers), Neil (Lisa), Doris (William Pegg), Kevin (Anna), Carl (Louise). Beloved grandpa of Jacqueline, Daryl, Bryon Rodd, Trevor, Rebecca, Shawn Timbers, Scott and Melanie Risebrough, Emma, Danielle and Deanna Pegg, Klarke and Derek Risebrough, Kyle, Gabrielle and Jessie Risebrough. Survived by his brothers Gordon and Ross and sisters Jean, Ruth, Norine, and predeceased by brother Ronald. Resting at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge on Thursday, January 3rd, 2002 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held at the Trinity United Church, Uxbridge on Friday at 1:30 p.m. Interment , Sandford cemetery. In Robert's memory, donations may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, Hospital for Sick Children or Charity of your choice.
VENNING, Luella Beatrice (nee Ferguson) -
Peacefully, with her family at her side on Tuesday, January 1st, 2002 in her 96th year. Ella, born and raised in the Blackstock area, was the former Postmistress for 46 years. Beloved wife of Charles Gilbert (deceased). Loving mother of Garry (deceased) and Marie, Joyce Gunter and Dale (deceased), Nora Little, Wayne and France, Linda and Douglas McMillan. Cherished grandmother of Penny (Scott) Heard, Laura Jo Gunter (Bill Atkinson), Scott (Anne) Gunter, Clark Gunter (Tanya Davies), Sandra (John) Frey, Lisa (Brad) Eagleson, Craig (Kelly) Venning, Chad Venning (Janice Page), Mark (Lisa) McMillan, Carla (Fabio) Guglielmo and Dana McMillan. Proud great-grandmother of Sam (deceased), Maxim, Vaughn, Rowan, Stuart, David, Kaitlyn, Rhys, Avery, Taylor, Sable, Blaine, Danielle, and Ethan. Will be missed by her favorite nephew Maurice Samells. Predeceased by her sister Ida Samells. Visitation at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Port Perry, on Friday, January 4th, 2002 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at which time a complete funeral service will be held for Ella in the funeral home chapel, Reverend Robert LaPage to officiate. Donations to the Charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
"You hold your Mother's hand for a short time,
But you hold her in your heart forever."
WOOD, Ann -
Peacefully after a lengthy illness on Tuesday January 1, 2002 at Lakeridge Health Whitby at the age of 76. Ann, beloved wife of the late Garnet Wood. Loving mother of Sharyn and her husband Tom Little. Loved grandmother of Anna and her husband Nick Huk and Timothy Little. Dear sister of Jean Munro and David Munro. Ann will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. A complete funeral service will be held in the chapel of the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Saturday January 5th at 2 p.m. Visitation from 1 p.m. to service time. Cremation. Memorial Donations to the Arthritis Society or Hearth Place would be appreciated by the family.
OOSTROM, Peter -
After a lengthy illness at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Thursday, February 28th. 2002 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Ursula. Loving father of Steven and Christine and her husband Matt. Brother-in-law of Lilo and her husband Karl Ott. Uncle of Herman van de Laar and his wife Mia. Respecting Peter’s wishes there will be no visitation or Funeral service. If desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. (905-721-1234).
AKER, Selma -
On Wednesday, February 27 2002 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Selma, in her 90th year. Loving mother of Joan Taylor of Collingwood and John Aker of Oshawa. Will be sadly missed by her six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa.
