passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday August 6, 2013 at Lakeridge Health, in Oshawa at the age of 58. Debbie Crawford dearly beloved wife of Neil Crawford of Port Perry. Loving mother of Melissa (Michael) O'Brien and Sarah Crawford (Ryan). Dear sister of Allan (Leslie) Thorn and predeceased by Brian Thorn. Debbie will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry (905) 985-7331 on Saturday August 17, 2013 from 12 to 2 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Debbie will be held in the chapel on Saturday August 17, 2013 at 2 p.m. with a reception to follow at the funeral home. Memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
MIMRA, Paul William
After a courageous battle with cancer, Paul passed away on Monday, July 22, 2013 at the Markham Stouffville Hospital at age 47. Loving and devoted father to Amanda. Survived by his wife Sandra Hunt. Dear son to Ekkehard and the late Gertrude Mimra. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. It is at Paul’s request cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 in Pine Grove cemetery , Uxbridge. Following the service, there will be a Celebration of Paul’s Life hosted by his family at #4900 7th Concession at 12 noon. In memory of Paul, donations may be made to the Markham Stouffville Hospital.
Howard, Lucetta (Lu)
“A Woman Full of Life and Love”
passed away peacefully at her home in Uxbridge on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 in her 92nd year. Lu Howard cherished wife of 62 years of the late Philip Howard. Loving mother of Paul and his wife Donna Howard of Smiths Falls, John and his wife Nicole le Riche of London, ON, and Cathy and her husband Neil Bacon of Port Perry. Dear Grandmother of Shannon (Roberto), Andrew (Jeanne), Jordan (Ananda), Jessica (Shiraz), Brendan (Julia), Jocelyn (Adrian), Katie (Austin), Jamie (Martha) and Tiffany. Great-Grandmother of Kiran. Caring sister of Flo Waddilove of Calgary. Family and Friends will be received at Low & Low Funeral Home, (23 Main Street South, Uxbridge (905)852-3073) on Friday, August 2, 2013 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2013 at the Uxbridge Baptist Church (231 Brock Street West, Uxbridge, ON) at 11:00am with visitation one hour prior to service. A reception will follow at the Church. Private family interment at the Uxbridge cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
BALL, Joseph LLOYD Samuel
At Markham – Stouffville Hospital on Saturday, July 27th, 2013, aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Mary Beatrice (Nesbitt) for 61 years. Devoted father of Dale Robert and Peggy Ball, Cold Lake, AB, Dawn Marie and Joe Baker, Cochrane, AB, the late Dianne Elizabeth (1993) and Ross McKenzie (2013), Mary Jane and Roy Shuker, Wellington, NZ, Lisa Anne and John Kesper, Toronto, ON, the late Brian Jay Ball (1983), Ian Stuart Ball, Oakwood, ON; Daryl Lloyd Ball, Bolsover, ON, Denise Joy Ball and Colin Mackenzie, Mussleman’s Lake, ON. Dear Papa of Nicole Ball, Edmonton, AB; Bailey, Brogan and Keaton Baker, Cochrane, AB; Emma and Cameron Shuker, Wellington, NZ; Susan and Lloyd Kesper, Toronto, ON. Memorial service was held on Tuesday, July 30th, 2:00pm at St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church Uxbridge. Memorial donations may be made to the “Committee of Friends’ Meeting House” (1109 Concession 4, Zephyr, ON L0E 1T0) that oversees the Uxbridge Quaker Meeting House or charity of choice.
Holtrust, Henderikus “Rick”
December 31, 1926 – July 28, 2013
passed away peacefully in his sleep during the early hours of Sunday, July 28, 2013 at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton at the age of 86. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 60 years, Matje (2006). Survived by his loving children; Harmina (Allan) Yake, Kees (Lynne), Grietje (Randy) Mercer, Berend Jan (Sherry), Henderikus (Susan), Marty (Patty), Lori (Chris) VanKessel and Rob (Janet). Much loved Opa to his 18 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 1 great-step granddaughter. Predeceased by granddaughter, Tarea as well as 2 sisters and a brother. Fondly remembered by extended family in Canada and the Netherlands. Family would like to thank the staff at Lakeview Manor for the care received over the past three and a half years. Family and friends will be received for visitation on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 from 7-9p.m. at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. Funeral service to take place in the chapel on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 12 noon with visitation for 1 hour prior. In memory of Rick, please consider a donation to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital or another charity important to you.
Holtby, Helen Maxine
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Port Perry on Tuesday July 23, 2013. Helen Holtby, wife of the late John Holtby. Loving mother of Brian and his wife Janice Holtby and Don and his wife Norma Holtby. Dear grandmother of Sandra (Farzad), John, Brooke (Michael) and great grandmother of Corbin, Taylor, Charlotte and Brock. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry (905) 985-7331 on Friday July 26, 2013 from 12 to 2 p.m A funeral service to celebrate the life of Helen will be heldin the chapel on Friday July 26, 2013 at 2 p.m. Interment Pine Grove cemetery , Prince Albert. A reception will follow at the funeral home. Memorial donations to PortPerry Community Care, Canadian Cancer Society or The Heart And Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
ROLSTON, Roy (Randy)
Suddenly on Friday July 19, 2013 at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital after a brief illness. Randy Rolston, beloved son of Ken and predeceased by his loving mother Marion. Brother of Ron (Donna), uncle of Candace (Ryan) Pratt, and great-uncle of Sophie and Calie. He will also be sadly missed by his many aunts, uncles, and friends. Randy’s family would like to thank the staff at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital for their care and support. Family and friends will be received at Low & Low Funeral Home Uxbridge (23 Main Street South, Uxbridge, ON (905) 852-3073) on Friday July 26, 2013 from 10a.m. to 11a.m. A memorial service to celebrate Randy’s life will be held in the chapel at 11a.m. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
CLANCY, Kelly “Earl”
February 23, 1966 – July 17, 2013
passed away all too soon in the early hours of July 17, 2013 at Bowmanville Hospital at the young age of 47. Beloved son and best friend of Ray Clancy. Predeceased by his cherished mother Pat. Dear youngest brother of Tim (Carrie), Rick (Sylvia) and Siobhan (Campbell). Predeceased by his brother Michael. Much loved Uncle of Shannon, Devon, Kyle, Cody, Leah, Angelica and Angela. Kelly will also be terribly missed by his best buddy and partner in crime, Gord Gettins and was the second “handy” husband to Sommer Gettins. Kelly will be remembered by his many friends and extended family, too numerous to name. A celebration of Kelly’s life will take place on Saturday, August 24, 2013 from 1-4p.m. at the Caesarea Community Hall, 3554 Regional Rd. 57, Caesarea. It will be an informal gathering and therefore friends are encouraged to wear something NASCAR related in honour of Kelly. Arrangements entrusted to the Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach St., Port Perry (905) 985-7331.
Leppard, Arthur Franklin (Frank)
June 9, 1929 – July 12, 2013
passed away peacefully at BonAir Nursing Home, Cannington in his 85th year Friday July 12, 2013. Survived by his loving wife Verna (nee Harrison) of 60 years. Dearest father of Arthur (Jenn) and John (Jackie). Loving grandfather of Lindsay, Brock, Christopher, Coalton and great-grandfather. Oldest brother of Bill (Doreen) and Carmen (June). Served as a policeman in Oshawa for 8 years before moving to the 6th Concession in the spring of 1960 to take up dairy farming. Frank will be sadly missed by his family, friends and neighbours. Family and friends will be received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (23 Main Street South, Uxbridge, ON (905)852-3073) on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 11:00am for a service celebrating Frank’s life. Visitation set for 1 hour prior to service. Reception to follow. Interment at Foster Memorial cemetery. In Frank’s memory donations to the Diabetic Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Crosier, Donald Allan (Don)
passed away suddenly at Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay on Thursday July 11, 2013 at the age of 77.
Don Crosier dearly beloved husband of Norene Crosier (Ross) of Lindsay. Loving father of Bryan Crosier (Debbie Gregor), Debbie Henderson (Kevin Conway), Kevin (Cindy) Crosier and Gregory Crosier. Dear grandfather of Ryan (Jessica), Mathew, Krista, Daniel, Kyle, Emily, Darryl and Marsha. Brother of Shirley Anne Calder, Jean (Ken) Buttery, Ronald Crosier and Mary Jane (Earl) Phoenix and Rene Crosier. Don will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews and many friends. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry (905) 985-7331 on Sunday July 21, 2013 from 12 to 2 p.m. A Maybelle Rebekah Lodge and Warriner Oddfellows Lodge service will be held in the chapel on Sunday July 21, 2013 at 2 p.m. with a memorial service to celebrate the life of Don to follow the lodge service. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Prince Albert United Church would be appreciated.
Bell, Alexander
passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital at the age of 83. Alexander, beloved husband to Marilyn. Predeceased by his first wife, Florence. Dear father to Ian and Colin. Cherished Grandfather to Linsey and the late Connor. Loving Stepfather to Kathryn (Bruce) Valade of Connecticut, Lee Partyka of Idaho and Neil (Sheri) Partyka also of Idaho. Beloved Step-Grandfather to Kirsten, Emma, Amaris, Elizabeth, Morgan, Warren and Ciera. Predeceased by his brother Harry. Friends will be received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905-852-3073), on Friday, July 12, 2013 from 2:00-5:00pm. A service to celebrate Alexander’s life will be held in the chapel on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at 1:00pm. Reception to follow. In Alexander’s memory, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
