Doug died suddenly on December 15, 2009, in Port Perry at the age of 86. He married Beryl (née Hohs) in 1949, and together they raised their family in the house Doug built on Riverside Drive in Oakville. Beryl and Doug spent their final decade together in Port Perry, and Beryl died in January 2009. Doug was a veteran of the Second World War (Royal Canadian Navy), engineer, founder of Forster Instruments Ltd., golfer and woodworker extraordinaire. He loved a good joke and a job well done. Doug is survived by his sister Kathryn Seary (Terry and family), children (Marilyn in Acton, Barb (Brian) in Pembroke, Ian (Liz) in Coboconk, Liz (Stephen) in Whitby and Amy (Michel) in Ottawa) and grandchildren (Alex, Matthew and Sara; Jennifer and Billy; Becky and Emily; and Andrew and Patrick). Family and friends may call at the Low and Low Funeral Home (23 Main Street South, Uxbridge) from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, December 19, 2009. The service, to be followed by a reception, will begin at noon at the funeral home. The family wishes to thank Dr. Merilee Brown and the staff of the Port Perry hospital. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Behling, Jennifer "Jenny"
passed away on December 13, 2009 after a brief illness in Port Perry surrounded by her family. Jenny, loving wife of Andrew, dear mother of Cassandra and Jason. Survived by Michael, Alan, Marilyn, and Anthony. Family and Friends were received on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S Uxbridge (905) 852 - 3073. A Funeral Service was held in the chapel on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with interment at Pine Grove cemetery , Prince Albert. Memorial donations in Jenny's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Meredith, Evelyn Violet
passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital in her 75 th year. Evelyn loving wife of the late Stanley Meredith. Cherished mother of 6 children, 22 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her brother Herb Fowler, survived by brothers Alan and Jim Fowler and her oldest sister Margaret. A visitation was at Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service was held in the chapel on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Interment Uxbridge cemetery. Reception to follow at the Family Worship Centre, 15 Medd Road Uxbridge (905) 852-7054. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Ryan, Elsie (nee: Gregan)
Formerly of Stouffville and now Goodwood, died on December 1 st 2009 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital at the age of 73. Elsie, loving wife of the late James Ryan, dear mother of Jamie (Joanne), Sean (Maureen), Paul, Cora (Paul), and Grainne. Loving grandmother of Tara, Geneviene, Erin, Erik, Braedon, Rochelle, Carl, James and Brendan. Family and Friends were received at Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge, Ontario (905) 852-3073 on Friday December 4 th 2009 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday December 5 th 2009 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 70 Toronto St. Uxbridge, Ontario at 11:30 a.m. Internment at Stouffville cemetery. If so desired, donations in Elsie's memory may be to the A.L.S. Society or the Canadian Cancer Society.
James, Sheila Josephine
passed away peacefully on Monday, November 2, 2009 at York Central Hospital, in her 79 th year. Beloved wife of the late Norman James. Loving mother of Trula (Don) Phillipo, Harold (Colleen), Vincent (Sandy) Suzanne, Isola, and Elizabeth. Devoted grandmother of Amanda, Valerie and Connor. She will be missed by her brothers Stan and Ron Lakin. In Sheila's memory donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Lawrence, Sharon (nee: Cummings)
It is with heart filled sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sharon Lawrence (nee Cummings) on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Sharon passed away peacefully at her home in her 66th year. She will be sadly missed by her son Rob and her daughters Rhonda (Jeff) Jessup, and Deniel Henriksen. She is the proud grandmother of Lindsay, Kelsey, Jeffrey, Sabrina, Jake and Karley. Sharon is the dear sister of Audrey, June, Linda, Bruce, Gail, Dave and Bob. She is predeceased by her sister Doreen and brother Larry. Sharon will be fondly remembered by her friends and family for her continuous love and kindness and for her astounding sense of humour. Relatives and friends were received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge (905) 852 - 3073 on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Diabetic Association would be greatly appreciated.
Fitzgerald, John Desmond (Bud)
(WWII Veteran)
passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Babs (nee: Hunt) for 63 years. Loving father of John (Elizabeth), Bob (Sally) and Janice. Devoted grandfather of Tobin (Serena), Kaelan, Tyler, Kade, and Amy. Beloved brother of Moya (Bryan) and predeceased by brothers Patrick and George. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge (905) 852 - 3073 on Thursday, November 12, 2009 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. A Memorial Service was held in the chapel on Friday, November 13, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. In Bud's memory donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund or to a charity of your choice.
Jones, Joan
passed away peacefully at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at the age of 71. Joan, beloved wife of Roger for 50 years. Loving mother of Stephen (Robert), and Beth. Devoted grandmother of Drew. Daughter of Frances Pooley. Sister of Mary Ann Martin, John Pooley and sister-in-law of Cathy (David) Jones, David Brian Jones, and Carol (deceased) (Mich). A visitation will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge (905) 852 - 3073 on Friday, November 13, 2009 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the at St. Paul's Anglican Church (59 Toronto Street South, Uxbridge) on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
Vandenberg, Andy
passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton on Sunday, November 8, 2009. At the age of 89. Lovingly remembered as a father of 10, Opa of 16, and great-Opa of 7. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge (905) 852 - 3073 on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service was held in the chapel on Thursday, November 12 2009 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Sacred Heart Roman Catholic cemetery , Uxbridge. In Andy's memory donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
MacMillan, Vera
Vera MacMillan passed away in her 80th year on Wednesday November 4th 2009 at Lindsay Ross Memorial Hospital. Vera loving sister to Bob Allen (Eleanor). Loving mother of Howard (Alaine) and James (Deb). Cherished grandma to Taylor MacMillan. She will be truly missed her family and friends. Services were held on Tuesday November 10, 2009 at Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 at 1:00 with visitation one hour prior. Reception will follow at Jersey's restaurant located at 104 Brock Street, West, Uxbridge, Ontario.
Leach, Joyce
In her 79th year Joyce passed away at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital with her family at her side on Thursday, November 5, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Philip. Loving mother of Sandra (Nigel) Ferguson and Janette Jones. Devoted Nana of Keegan, Rory, Robyn and Brooke. Joyce will be sadly missed by her extended family, friends and fellow devoted volunteers. Visitation and celebration of Joyce's life was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., followed by a service in the chapel. Donations in the memory of Joyce may be made to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Auxiliary or Uxbridge Community Care.
Morrison, Robert (Bud)
passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, November 1, 2009 at the age of 71. Bud Morrison was one of 16 children of the Zephyr Morrison family. Beloved husband of Margaret (nee: Clapham) of 51 years. Loving father of Christina (Chris) Morrison-Cody, Brad (Kim), and Michelle (Doug) Morrison-Jones. Devoted Papa of Ches, Levi, Quinn, Wyatt and Hunter. A visitation was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street South Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service was held at St. Andrew's Chalmers Presbyterian Church, Uxbridge on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Uxbridge cemetery. In Bud's memory donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Hall, Therese
passed away peacefully at the Woodhaven Nursing Home in Markham on Saturday, October 31, 2009 in her 95th year. Therese was originally from Sherbrooke, Quebec. Predeceased by her husband the late Hugh Hall. Therese, loving mother of Louise Thomas (Don) of Uxbridge and Bob Hall (Jean) of Summerstown, ON. Loving grandmother of Jeff (Hamilton) and David (Red Deer) Wragg and Tara and Emma Slade-Hall (Montreal). Survived by her sister Claire Desjardin (Riviere du Loup, Quebec. Therese will be missed by her nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A family gathering will be held at a later date. Donations in Therese's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society.
Huntington, William (Bill)
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. Bill, loving husband of Joyce. Dear father of Jim, Ken, Murray (Brenda), Joan and Wanda (Richard). Brother of Lloyd. Grandfather of Vanessa, William, Nina, Veronica, Karen, Carol, Melinda, Amanda, Teresa and the great-grandchildren. Family and friends were received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 23 Main Street Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, November 1, 2009 form 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service was held in the chapel on Monday, November 2, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. If so desired, donations in Bill's memory may be made to The Salvation Army or The Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.
