passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the age of 91. Loving husband of Margaret for 66 years. Beloved father of Marvin (Helen), Doug (Judy) and Elaine (Larry). Proud gramps of 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Friday, February 10, 2012 from 2–4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 11 a.m. Reception to follow. Interment Churchill cemetery , Stouffville.
If so desired, donations may be made to the Vivian Baptist Church.
Sessford, Paul
September 1st 1949 - January 27th, 2012
On Saturday we will say goodbye to one of the most decent men amongst us. Paul passed away very unexpectedly in the early morning of Friday, January 27, 2012 at his home in Sandford, ON. Paul was predeceased by his mother, Beryl Sessford, brother, Mark Sessford and late wife, Angela, to whom he was a most loving and selfless husband for 18 years until her tragic death. A second chance at true love came when Paul met Perri Mahon, with whom he blissfully shared the next 21 years of his life. He was the devoted and beloved father of Chris, Wendy, Nick, Jamie and Steven and adored grandfather of Nicole and Angie. Loyal, loving son of Donald Sessford and dear brother of Jeremy and Andrew. Truly admired father in law of Ron McCarthy and Brandy Moran. Much-loved brother in law of Geoffrey and Philip Strauch, Josie Sessford, Chrissy Sessford, Frances Sessford, Steve and Sean Mahon; Kind & thoughtful uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 2 - 4 pm at The Rotary Glen Banquet Centre (1857 Queen St. W, Brampton, ON.) In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Heartfelt thanks to our family and friends for their tremendous love and support. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073.
Smith, Verna Eleen
(nee: Geer)
passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 28th, 2012 at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Mary Street, Lindsay. Finally she has her wish to join her beloved Gordon (2008). Loving mother of Jim (Shelia) of Honey Harbour and Jack (Janis) of Bobcaygeon. Missed by her grandchildren Sarah, Bryan, Trevor and Michael. As Verna is the last generation in the Geer family from the Uxbridge and Port Perry area, Verna will be remembered by several generations of nieces and nephews. She was known to be headstrong and until shortly before her death, she remembered all the family members by name and birhtdate. She was lovingly cared for by a kind and supportive staff at Caressant Care, where she lived her last 7 years. A funeral service for Verna was held on Monday, January 30th, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street, South, Uxbridge (905) 852 – 3073 with visiting from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Burial at Uxbridge cemetery. In Verna’s memory, donations may be made to the St. Andrew’s – Chalmers Presbyterian Church.
Visconti, Rocchina
passed away at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the age of 76. Predeceased by her loving husband Raffaele. Cherished mother of Leonard (Jo-Anne), Rocco, Dominic (Genevieve) and Tina (Gary). Proud Nona of David, Christopher, Steven, Rachel, Alicia, Stephanie, Brianna, Michelle and Julian. Beloved sister of Rocco and the late Maria. Rocchina will be missed. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Monday, January 23, 2012 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass was held at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church (70 Toronto St. N. Uxbridge) on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 11 a.m. Interment Holy Cross cemetery , Thornhill. If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Darling, Noreen
passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Port Perry on Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 in her 87th year. Noreen Darling, Wife of the late Eric Darling. Loving mother of John (Lynda), Dennis (Beth), Ron (Glenda), Linda (Greg) McNair. Dear grandmother of Aaron, Adrianna, Courtney, Eric, Geoffrey, Darryl, Dianne and great-grandaughter Lucy. Sister of Neil, Don, Gerald, Myrna, Dean and predeceased by Everett and Barbara. Noreen will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends were received at Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach St., Port Perry (905-985-7331) on Friday, January 20th, 2012 for visitation from 10-11:30a.m. A funeral service was held in the chapel at 11:30a.m. Reception followed at the funeral home. Interment took place at Groveside cemetery , Brooklin. Memorial donations to the Parkinson`s Society would be greatly appreciated.
Jones, Mary Victoria
(nee: Evans)
Peacefully, on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay. At age 97. Mary beloved wife of the late Robert. Dear mother to George and his wife Marilyn, Patricia and her husband Warren Thomson and Clive (deceased) and his wife Tish Jones. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers Adelaide, John and Pierre. Rested at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. South, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, January 22, 2012 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A funeral service was be held in the chapel on Monday, January 23, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Reception followed. Interment at Uxbridge cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your own choice.
Archer, Margaret Jane Ester
April 11, 1914 – January 16, 2012
Went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 16, 2012 at the age of 97. Predeceased by her husband George and her son Joseph. Loving mother of Sharon and Dawn. Cherished grandma of Debbie, Erin, Andrea, Jill and Tammy. Great grandma of Benjamin, Georgia, Nicholas, Lucas, Natalie and Isabella. Survived by her loving brother Donald Whiteside. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Thursday, January 19, 2012 from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service took place in the chapel on Friday, January 20, 2012 at 1 p.m. Interment to follow in the spring. If so desired, donations may be made to World Vision Canada.
Robertson, Douglas James
passed away at the Bon Air Nursing Home in Cannington on Monday, January 16, 2012 at the age of 74. Loving father of Dale (Pam), Debbie, Mike (Kim), Larry, and Terry (Laura). Proud grandpa of Jeff, Jordan, Taylor, Mikayla, Megan, Cole, Steffi and Daniella. He will be missed by his sister Mary and his brother Murray (Carol) and many nieces and nephews.A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Saturday, January 21, 2012 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A private service will be held at a later date. If desired, donations may be made to the Lung Association.
Graham, Douglas Murray
Douglas Murray Graham, son of Gordon and Beatrice Graham passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012, due to pneumonia at age 63. Douglas successfully battled for nearly 30 years through his Multiple Sclerosis rarely missing a day of work. Our father graduated from Upper Canada College excelling in mathematics with an intense love for football and cricket. Douglas will live on through his two sons, Bradley and Christopher, with their respective families.
There will be a celebration of life for Douglas for all who knew him at the Trillium Trails Event Centre (53 Snow Ridge Court, Oshawa) (905)655-3754 www.trilliumtrails.com on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 4 - 9pm. As an alternative to flowers the family is asking for donations to the Sick Kids Foundation or a non-perishable food item that we will deliver to the food bank. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home Uxbridge (905) 852-3073.
Cummins, Phyllis Elizabeth
passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Southlake Hospital on January 12, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Margaret and her husband Kenneth Bice, Robert and his wife Wanda, Gordon and his wife Kristine. Dear grandmother of Joseph, Matthew, Christopher and Jennifer.The family did receive friends at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St., South, Uxbridge (905) 852 – 3073 on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. A funeral service was be held in the chapel on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. A reception followed. Private Interment at Uxbridge cemetery. In Phyllis’ memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Berry, Viola
(nee: Sylvester)
Peacefully at Bloomington Cove in her 95th year. Loving wife of Marshall (deceased). Survived by her daughters Jeanette Walker and Margaret Morrison; grandchildren Rebecca, Anita, Lisa and Russ, Christina, Brad and Michelle; great grandchildren Zacharie, Carleigh, Nathaniel, Natalie, Daniel, Braedon, Chesley, Levi, Quinn, Wyatt and Hunter and great great grandchildren. A visitation was held on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church, Uxbridge at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073.
