passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at River Glen Haven, Sutton in his 80th year. Predeceased by his cherished wife of 49 years Ella (nee Smith). Loving Dad to his dear daughters Rose Marie King (Kevin) and Margaret. Beloved Grandpa to Elizabeth, Sara (Dave), Leeanne and Wesley (Lesley). Great-grandpa to Nathan King. Predeceased by his brothers Delmas and Earl. Jack will also be sadly missed by his extended family and friends.
Family and friends were received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 for visitation on Friday, June 8, 2012 from 2-4p.m. and 7-9p.m. Funeral service was held in the chapel on Saturday, June 9th at 11a.m. with visitation for one hour prior. Reception followed. Interment has taken place in Uxbridge cemetery. In memory of Jack, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity important to you.
Bedford, George Albert Arthur
WWII Veteran
passed away in Fergus, Ontario on Sunday, June 3, 2012 at the age of 88. Predeceased by his first wife Hazel in 1978 and his second wife Hilda in 2006. Loving father of Lynne (Malcolm), Steve (Vas), and Gwen (Joe). Step father of Elaine (John). Proud grandpa of Cheryl-Lynne (Regai), Cassandra (Andy), Kimberly (Matt), Christopher, Angelique, Julia, Jessica, Joseph, Melissa, Ian, Sara, Stuart, Mark and Phillip and great grandpa of Ava and Maxwell. Beloved foster parent of Steve, Arthur, Elaine and Allison. Dear brother of June (the late David) and the late Don. George will be missed by Betty Cragg and her family, Steve English and his family, many neighbors and friends of Bell Street, and especially his furry companion Kip. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Friday, June 8, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. Reception followed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Osaduke, William (Bill)
passed away at Lakeridge Health in Port Perry on Wednesday May 30, 2012 in his 94th year. Bill Osaduke husband of the late Teresa Osaduke. Loving father of David (Gail), Ron (Jean) and Bryant. Dear grandfather of Stephen, Samantha and Jennifer. Bill will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Family and friends were received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, 905-985-7331, on Sunday June 3, 2012 from 1 to 3 p.m. A funeral service was held in the chapel on Monday June 4, 2012 at 1 p.m. Interment Pine Grove cemetery , Prince Albert. Memorial donations to the Port Perry Royal Canadian Legion would be appreciated.
McGriskin, Evelyn Joy (nee: Stephenson)
June 4, 1922 – May 28, 2012
passed away peacefully at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Monday, May 28, 2012 in her 90th year. Predeceased by her husband of 67 years James Vincent McGriskin ( married on Oct. 26, 1937). Loving mother of Helen Tugwell (Terry), Gloria Windover (Ron), Jim McGriskin, Linda Evans (Ron) and Marty McGriskin (Helen). Proud grandmother of many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass was held at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church (70 Toronto St. North, Uxbridge) on Thursday, May 31, 2012 at 11 a.m. A reception followed. Interment was held at 2:45 p.m. at the Resurrection Catholic cemetery (355 Taunton Rd. East, Whitby). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
Hogarth, Edward R. ("Ted")
Ted Hogarth died on Monday, May 28, 2012 at Markham-Stouffville Hospital in his 80th year. Ted attended Upper Canada College in Toronto before embarking on a 35 year career representing golf equipment manufacturers. In 1981, he commenced business as a mutual fund salesman until 2001 after which he retired to his home on Mast Road in the Uxbridge area. Latterly he was a resident at Bloomington Cove Residence. Ted was a six time Club Champion and Honorary Life Member at Thornhill Golf and Country Club. Ted also successfully participated in several provincial, national, and international cycling and cross country skiing championships.In accordance with Ted’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no funeral service will be held. Ted’s remains will be placed in the family crypt in London, Ontario. A tribute to Ted’s life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852- 3073. If so desired, a donation in Ted’s memory may be made to the World Wildlife Fund Canada or the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Pritchard, Vera
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Vera Pritchard at home in Nestleton, Ontario on May 28, 2012 in her 89th year. Vera was the loving wife of Norman Pritchard (deceased 2003) for 54 years. Vera was born in Liverpool, U.K. on October 4, 1923 (Babes of ’23), daughter of Alfred Green and Katherine Maude Crosthwaite and loving older sister to Enid Hughes. In 1952, Vera and Norman emigrated from the U.K. to Canada and, over the years, shared stories of their trip across the Atlantic in March by ship. Upon arriving in Montreal, they built a life for themselves and raised their 3 girls in Montreal and later in Saint John, NB. Vera was a loving mother to her daughters Ann (Brent), Lesley (Matthew) and Gillian (Dan) and a proud grandparent to Michael (Deana), Justin, Mark, Luke, Adam and David and adoring “GG” to great-granddaughter Haylee. Vera will be dearly missed by her family and friends both in the U.K. and Canada. Vera was lovingly cared for over the past 5 years by her daughter Ann, husband Brent and their children at their home in Nestleton, where she enjoyed the quiet solitude of rural life, family gatherings, the songbirds and long reads on the backyard deck. The family would like to thank Dr. Amanda Pawley and the Drs, RNs and Volunteers at the Port Perry Hospital for the care they have shown Vera and the family over the past number of years. As well, we extend thanks to the CECCAC, the RN’s and PSWs from Paramed, St Elizabeth and the Staff at the Port Perry Villa. To honour Vera’s wishes, a memorial visitation and reception was held on Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Rd., Port Perry (905) 985-7331 from 4-8p.m. Vera was cremated and her ashes taken by the family for placement in Saint John, NB beside her loving husband Norman. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in honour of Vera would be greatly appreciated.
Meyers, Leslie Gordon
passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, May 24, 2012 at Reachview Village, Uxbridge in his 94th year. Beloved husband to Edna (nee Pollard) for 68 years. Dear father to his son Ted (Marion) and foster daughters Margaret Perry (Hugh) and Irene Glendenning (Gerry). Cherished “Pop” to Tina Postill (Brian), Bret Meyers (Natasha), Ashley Meyers and Katelyn Meyers. Great-grandpop to Tyler and Brittany Postill and Grace and Isabel Meyers. Brother of Joyce Upton, Irene Boyle and Ruthe Davies (Howie). Predeceased by his siblings; Beatrice Norton, Florabel Coutt, Harold Meyers, Yvonne Martin and June Dadson. Leslie will also be sadly missed by his many, many nieces and nephews. Family and friends were received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Saturday, May 26, 2012 for visitation from 2-6p.m. A funeral service was held in the chapel on Sunday, May 27th at 2p.m. with visitation for one hour prior. Reception at Trinity United Church followed. Leslie has been laid to rest in Sandford cemetery. In memory of Leslie, please consider a donation to either Camp Big Canoe or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Bain, Alan Alistar
passed away peacefully at home in his 85th year after a long battle with cancer on Wednesday, May 23, 2012. A fun loving wonderful gentleman to all who knew him. Loving and caring to his wife Ann, his son Alex (Marilyn) and his daughter Linda (husband Bob). Grandfather with great pride to Stephen (wife Sandra), Adam (Mellissa), Cheryl (husband Dan) and Allison. Great grandfather to three little ones that are so special. Greatly was appreciated the palliative care of nurses, personal care workers (P.S.W.s) and especially Dr. D. Doobay. Angels without noticeable wings. A Funeral Service was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 in the chapel on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 4 p.m. with visitation from 3 – 4 p.m. Reception followed. If desired memorial donations to our local Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
Wilson, Dorothy Gladys
passed away at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Monday, May 21, 2012 in her 86th year. Loving wife of George Wilson for 59 years. Mother of David. Proud Nana of Matt, Jared and Samantha. As per Dorothy’s wishes no funeral service will be held. Cremation has taken place. If so desired, donations may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation or the Children’s Wish Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073.
Powell, Elizabeth (Elsie) Sarena (nee: Gillespie)
1913-2012
Elsie peacefully passed away at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital after a brief illness on Wednesday, May 16, 2012. She was the loving wife of the late Frank Powell and mother to Yvonne, the late Donna Monson and Scott. Grandmother to Craig, Maurice and Gary and great grandmother to Joshua, Amber and Dylan. Second born child to Irish immigrant parents, Charles and Anne Elizabeth Gillespie (nee: Scott) in Toronto. Elsie was a devoted sister to Charles and Kathleen (both deceased) and Isabel Coles of Toronto. Heartfelt appreciation is extended to staff at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital for their considerate professional care during Elsie’s last weeks. Thank you to C.C.A.C. for their support over the past five years and a special thank you to at home caregivers Tanya Dean, Lisa Cannell and the P.S.W.’s of St. Elizabeth. As requested by Elsie, no funeral will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. Private interment St. Mary’s cemetery , Manvers Township – Back to “The Rolling Hills” she loved.
If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
Scott, John McAra
Peacefully at home on Monday, May 14, 2012 at the age of 82. John came to Canada in 1951 from his beloved homeland of Scotland, originally settling in Pickering before moving his family to Uxbridge Township in 1967. John will be sadly missed by Norma, his beloved wife of 58 years; his children Robert (Mary), Brian (Joanne), Jean (Al), Ian (Cheryl), David (Tracy); grandchildren Bill (Lucy), John, David, Scott, Ryan (Shannon), Amanda, Ashley, Cameron, Melissa, Jennifer (Richard), Jacob and Ryan; great grandchildren Liam, Gabrielle, Vivienne, Ella; his surviving siblings Adam and Isobel, and has now been reunited with his predeceased siblings Margaret, Thomas, Anna and Hamish. A memorial service will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Saturday, May 26, 2012 with visitation at 11:00 a.m. and service following at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, for those who wish, donations may be made to the Salvation Army or any charity of your choice in John’s memory.
