Dolly’s gentle spirit peacefully left us on Friday September 27th in her 93rd year surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her beloved husband George. Survived by her devoted children Jim (Nancy), Linda Mullen (Avery), Wendy (Stephen Galloway) and Pam Oldham (Brad). Also survived by her adored grandchildren Timothy, Tamara, Shari, Shelley, Michelle, Taryn, Gaelen, Jason, Tyler and Samantha. Also loved by 7 great and 4 great- great grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home in Uxbridge (23 Main Street South 905-852-3073), on Wednesday October 2nd 2013 in the chapel at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Lakeridge Health Foundation Oshawa, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Boumans, Mark Steven
Passed away, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with lung cancer on Saturday, September 28, 2013 at Lakeridge Health Port Perry at the age of 53. Survived by his loving wife and best friend of 25 years, Shelley (nee McHugh). Especially proud father of Ashley and Matthew. Cherished son of Bert and Brenda Boumans. Mark will also be terribly missed by his much loved sister, Kim (Sean) Fewer. Fondly remembered and deeply respected son in-law of Bill and Betty McHugh. Beloved brother in-law of Dean (Tandy) McHugh and Karen (Bill) King. Mark was also the much adored Uncle to Aaron and Paige Fewer and Connor and Cassidy King. Predeceased by his nephew Damon Fewer (2007). Sadly missed by his fellow employees and the residents of Port Perry Villa. A special thank you to the nurses and staff at Lakeridge Health Port Perry and especially Dr. Kim Ferguson for their loving care and support.
Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach St., Port Perry (905-985-7331) for a Celebration of Mark’s Life on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 2p.m. with visitation for 1 hour prior. Following the inurnment in Pine Grove cemetery , Prince Albert, there will be a reception at Mark’s family home. In memory of Mark, please consider a donation to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation or the Durham Region Cancer Centre (DRCC).
Wells/Korb, Tyler
It is with overwhelming grief that the Wells and Korb Families have been shattered by the sudden loss of their beloved Tyler Spencer Korb, December 30, 1990 – September 21, 2013. Cherished and adored son of Karen Wells and Alfred Korb. So loved by his sister Savannah, brothers Andrew and Jeff. Predeceased by sister Kathleen Elizabeth. Loved great-grandson of Eulalie Mascoll. Precious Grandson of Maise Korb, the late Arthur Korb, and Denise and Harold Wells. Special nephew to Steve and Lyndsey Wells and Patricia and Rob Pierre. Loving Uncle and cousin to many. Best friend and soul mate to Stephanie Phoenix, greatly missed by Daryl and Sherry Phoenix, along with many other family members. Many friends and co-workers will remember Tyler’s magnetic personality, contagious smile and endearing sense of humor. There will forever be a large spot in our hearts where Tyler will always remain. Never will he be forgotten as he will forever live in the lives of those he has touched. He has left such a warm and lasting impression on many souls. Visitation will take place at Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge 23 Main Street South (905) 852-3073, on Tuesday, September 24 from 6 – 9pm. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at 1:00pm in the chapel. The Family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice.
St. John, J. Russell M.D.
John Russell St. John died at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on September 21, 2013, at the age of 93 years. Russ was born at home in Uxbridge on July 3, 1920. He attended the University of Toronto graduating in medicine in 1944 and married Elizabeth “Betty” Rae of Wingham. After service in the Canadian Army Medical Corp in WWII, Russ set up practice in 1946 in Howley, Newfoundland employed by Bowater Pulp & Paper. In 1948, he and Betty returned to Uxbridge where he raised his family, volunteered in his community, was pivotal in establishing the local hospital and practiced medicine for 32 years before retiring and dividing his time between Florida and Uxbridge. For the last few years, Russ and Betty have resided at Butternut Manor. Russ was a determined and hard-working man. He was a devoted doctor and family man. Russ was a sportsman enjoying hockey and later coaching, fishing and golf. Up until the last few weeks of his life Russ could be found at the bridge table whenever there was a game to be had. He was devoted to Betty his wife of 69 years, proud of his children and took great delight in his grandchildren and their offspring who though far flung, visited whenever they could. Russ is survived by his loving and dedicated wife Betty, his brother Neil St. John of Pickering, his son Brian St. John and daughter Mary Bryon both of Uxbridge, son Wayne St. John of Bethany and daughter Sue St. John of Toronto; eight grandchildren: Melanie, Kelly, Rachel, Marcia, Rebecca, Meredith, Gillian and Douglas; father-in-law to Nancy St. John, Terry Bryon, Donna St. John and Lorraine Holding; great grandfather to Jake, Keira, Wynton, Reuben, Callum and Bowen. He was predeceased by his parents Arthur and May (nee Campbell), his sister Jean Wood, his brother Harold and his son Douglas St. John. Visitation will take place at Low & Low Funeral Home Uxbridge, 23 Main St. South (905) 852-3073 on Monday, September 30, 2013 from 2 – 4pm and 7 – 9pm. A Celebration of Russ’ life will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at 1:00pm in the chapel. Reception to follow service. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation. Russ’ family would like to thank Dr. T. F. Bryon, the staffs of Butternut Manor and the Cottage Hospital for their wonderful care. Russ will live long and well in all who knew and loved him.
Kemp, William Ernest
It is with heavy hearts and unconditional love that we announce the passing of William Ernest Kemp on Friday, September 13, 2013. He leaves behind his son Greg Kemp, daughter Michella and her husband Craig Cross and Debbie and David Saliba. With great admiration his grandchildren; Ashleigh (Chris), Christopher, Branden, Megan and Jessie are also left to mourn. William will also be sadly missed by his brother Guelph Kemp of California as well as his nieces, nephews, sister and brother in-laws. William served in the Veteran’s Wing at Sunnybrook Hospital for 15 years and sang in the choir at St. Paul’s for 10 years. A huge thanks to Dr. Carley Jensen for her support, compassion and hugs. A “Graduation of Life” service will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 1-3p.m. at the home of his daughter Michella and son in-law Craig Cross in Prince Albert. Arrangements entrusted to the Low and Low Funeral Home, Port Perry. In memory of William, please consider a donation to the Sunnybrook Veteran’s Wing at Sunnybrook Hospital or Jennifer Ashleigh Children’s Charity www.jenash.org.
Petre, Wilma Grace
passed away after a 7 year battle with cancer on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at home surrounded by her family. Wilma was born on November 30, 1938 at Kirkland Lake, Ontario to Edith and William Davis. Shortly after the family moved to North Bay, Ontario. She was the oldest of ten children. Wilma did her schooling in North Bay, was active in all girls sports, graduated from Nursing in 1959 and married Ray in 1960. Wilma was the beloved wife of Ray for the past 53 years, the mother of Mark (Susan), Michael (Rose) and Paula, and grandmother of Adam and Thomas. She was predeceased by her parents Edith and William Davis and brothers Wayne and John. She is survived by brothers Ron, Darrell, Don, Doug and sisters Loann, Helen and Barbara. Wilma is the sister in law of Maryellen and Rusty Workman and Don and Jackie Petre. She will be missed by her Kings Bay Bridge Club, the Kings Bay Book Club, the Scugog Duplicate Bridge Club and her many close friends and coworkers at the Oshawa General Hospital. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry (905) 985-7331 on Saturday September 21, 2013 from 9 to 11 a.m. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Wilma will be held in the chapel on Saturday September 21, 2013 at 11 a.m. A reception will follow at the funeral home. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Manderson, Glenn (G.M. Retiree)
passed away on September 10, 2013 in his 89th year at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. Husband of Erla (nee Jones) for over 57 years. Dad to Joanne and David Currie of Caledon and Dean and Dawn Marie of Little Britain. Special Grandpa to Jessica and Matthew Stevens, Megan and Aaron Ruetz, Terri, Samantha and Amanda Manderson. Great-grandpa to Oliver Ruetz. Glenn will also be sadly missed by his special cousins Lanny Jones, Dennis Jones, Diane (Heatherington) and Gary Jones as well as sister in-law Phyllis (William) Coe, nephew Duval Crist and niece Colleen Malhman. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905-852-3073) for visitation on Friday, September 13, 2013 from 2-4 and 7-9p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 11a.m. with visitation for 1 hour prior. Interment to follow in Claremont cemetery. In memory of Glenn, please consider a donation to either Mt. Zion United Church or the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
Jones, (Annie) Mae
Formerly of Goodwood and Haliburton, passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Highland Wood in Haliburton. Mae shared her life for 67 years with her faithful and loving husband, Gordon Jones. Loving mother of Marilyn (Jim) Fader and Betty (Tom) Russell. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren; Steve (Heather) Jackson, Sue (Dave) Lotton, Jeff (Suzanne) Smith and Jason (Shannon) Smith. Mae also leaves behind 8 great-grandchildren; Nick and Julia Jackson, Keegan and Kaleb Smith, Cooper and Tyson Lotton and Calloway and Jack Smith. Born January 23, 1927 to Ralph and Emily Faulkner (nee Brown). Sister to James (WWII), Jean (Percy Pugh), Jessie (B.W. Taylor), Noreen (Clare McGuckin) and Norman (Karen/Martha) Faulkner all predeceased. Mae was a faithful member at Goodwood and Lakeside Baptist Churches. After a happy, successful life Mae suffered a stroke in 1996 but will finally be at peace. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905-852-3073) for visitation on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 1p.m. with a funeral service to follow in the chapel at 2p.m. Mae will be laid to rest in Uxbridge cemetery directly following. In memory of Mae, please consider a donation to either the Uxbridge Hospital Foundation or the Haliburton Hospital.
Thompson, Doreen Frances
Peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at Cedervale Lodge in Keswick in her 90th year passed away. Doreen beloved wife of the late Murray Thompson. Dear mother of Larry (Dena), and Donnalee (Robert) and Grandmother to Krista (Jason), Frank, and Scott. Predeceased by her brother Tom Card and sister Kay Taylor. Survived by her brothers Ken (Cathy), Bill (Verna), and Doug (Sharon). Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends will be received at the Low & Low Funeral Home Uxbridge (23 Main Street South, (905) 852-3073) on Thursday, August 29, 2013 from 6pm until 9pm. A service will be held in the chapel on Friday August 30, 2013 at 3:00pm. Visiting 1 hour before. Interment at Uxbridge cemetery. In Doreen’s memory, donations made to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Brillinger, Paul Charles
Suddenly at his home on Monday, August 26, 2013 at the age of 73, Paul unexpectedly passed away peacefully. Loving husband of 50 years to Judi (nee Bone), beloved father to Russ and Ken (Kim), wonderful grandfather to Alyshia and Jessica and dear brother to Don. Paul will be greatly missed by his sisters in-law and his many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905-852-3073) for visitation on Thursday, August 29, 2013 from 7-9p.m. A celebration of Paul’s life will take place in the chapel on Friday, August 30th at 12p.m. with visitation for 1 hour prior. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the OSPCA or the Heart and Stroke Foundation in memory of Paul.
