ADAMS, Daphne Irene (nee Taylor) - Of Richmond Hill, formerly of Peterborough, Ontario. Retired teacher with the North York Board of Education. passed away peacefully, on Thursday, November 3, 2005, at Sunnybrook Hospital, in her 86th year. Survived by her son Peter and Lorna of Peterborough, her daughter Linda and Bill Kerr of Calgary, granddaughter Amy Crich and Clayton Lockhurst, and great-grandchildren Shayla and Mackenzie. Predeceased by her husband Ernest Alan Adams, and her parents Albert and Eliza Taylor. A private family service will be held at Little Lake cemetery in Peterborough. If so desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society through the Little Lake cemetery Company, 1-800-672-9652.
ADAMS, David
ADAMS, David M. - VE3 H.B.F.Peacefully, in Toronto, on Sunday, October 16, 2005, in his 89th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty Adams. Loving father of Mary, Posie, and Gordon. Cherished grandfather of Julian, Cody, Rebecca, Amber, Shanti, Christopher, Emily, Lucy, Dominic, David, Claire and Hillary. Great-grandfather of Felix, Felicity, Christian, Sebastian, Sophia, Grace, Celeste, Isaac, Anna, Luna, Selina, Lucia, Megan and Solana. Dear brother of Douglas and the late Michael Adams. Cremation has taken place. A Service of Remembrance will be held at M.W.Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway South, Keswick (888-884-4486), on Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 2:00p.m. The family will receive friends from 1:00p.m. until time of service. If desired, donations made to the International Red Cross would be appreciated by the family.
ADAMS, Dwaine
ADAMS, Dwaine (a.k.a. GWTBH) - At the age of 58 years, Dwaine succumbed to cancer after an arduous 17 year battle. Loving wife of Basil, Beloved mother of Brad and bis wife Pat. Cherished "GWTBH" of Riley and Shannon. Daughter of Art still Yvonne Oldfield. Sister of Ken and daughter in law of Mildred Adams, and a great friend to many. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428-9090) on Friday, August 26th, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday August 27th, 2005 from 9 a.m. until the time of service in the chapel at 11 a.m. Her love, laughter and positive outlook enriched our lives, and it was a priviedge being a part of her life. Dwaine will remain in our hearts forever.
ADAMS, Elaine
ADAMS, Elaine Mabel (nee Wilson) - Peacefully at The Carpenter Hospice, Burlington on Tuesday, January 10, 2006 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Adams. Loving mother of Barry and his wife Brenda of Montreal, Judy and her husband David Kingston of Oakville and John and his wife Wendy of Burlington. Loving grandmother of Paul, Sarah, Justin, Andrew, Danielle, Mark, Jennifer and Cailyn. Dear sister of Kay McGirr and Corinne Cameron, both of Regina, Saskatchewan. A Service of Remembrance will be held at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 485 Brant Street, (one block north of City Hall) BURLINGTON (905-632-3333) on Friday, January 13, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. If desired, expressions of sympathy to The Carpenter Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family. The family would like to thank all the Angels at The Carpenter Hospice for all their care and support.When I stand before God at the end of my life, Iwould hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
ADAMS, Elspeth
ADAMS, Elspeth Helen (nee Cullen)
Peacefully, Saturday, September 9, 2006, at Ian Anderson House, Oakville, in her 75th year. She said, I have no regrets. I did and saw everything I wanted. Her grace and humour enriched everyone who came in contact with her, especially best friend Lou Bourgeois, son Scott Lindstol (Karen), daughter Karina, brother John (Ina) of Glasgow, sister Lilian (Abdu) of London, England, grandson Erik (Jessica), granddaughter Kirsten, and much loved nieces and nephews. Her recently finished memoirs speak of her indomitable spirit - a wet 70 mile bike ride through Scotland as a nine year old! - driving her BSA to a forestry job - two years in near isolation on a Norwegian farm - a journey from Moscow to Hong Kong with her sister. Emigrating to Canada in 1956 with husband Anders Lindstol she worked as a model, secretary, real estate agent and store owner (showcasing her artistic talent). The family is grateful for the support and compassion of medical staff and friends. At Elspeth's request, there will not be a funeral service. To celebrate her life, friends are invited to gather Sunday, October 1, from 2-4 p.m. in the Bronte Room of The Lighthouse, Ontario Street, Oakville (Bronte). In Elspeth's memory, donations can be made to the Ian Anderson House, 511 Maple Grove Drive, PO Box 61034, Oakville, ON L6J 7P5.
ERIC ROBERTSON ADAMS
On Thursday, August 24, 2006, Eric Robertson Adams at Sunnybrook Hospital in his 89th year. A keen ham radio operator as a young man, in 1942 Eric was selected for the first wireless class for radio operators in Canada's top-secret school for spies, Camp X, located near Whitby, Ontario. Historian David Stafford included Eric's recollections in his book Camp X, as did author Lynn Philip Hodgson in Inside Camp X. Eric served British Security Co-ordination in South America, first in Venezuela, then for three years in Santiago, Chile. His love for the Spanish language and the people remained with him all his life. Back in Canada, Eric worked as journalist and photographer, selling articles to various publications including Maclean's, Chatelaine, Saturday Night and The Globe and Mail. An assignment for Brigden's Ltd. led to a job offer from Honeywell where he worked for 30 years. On retirement in 1981 he was Manager, Advertising and Promotion. For some years his popular column, 'Just for Laughs' ran in Pulse, Honeywell's employee publication. Eric was the beloved husband for 56 years of Eileen Morris, dear father of Dr. Brendan Adams (Barbara) of Bragg Creek, Alberta, and of Barry Adams (Karen) of Peterborough. Loving grandfather of Lisa, Becky and Graham in the West, Jennifer in Halifax and Colin in Peterborough. Proud uncle of Laura Evans (Jonathon) and of Ralph Evans (Judy) and great-uncle of Clare, Stuart and Katherine. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday, August 31st at 11:00 a.m. at Leaside United Church, 822 Millwood Road, Toronto. Donations to UNICEF Canada, 2200 Yonge St., Suite 1100, Toronto in Eric's memory would be appreciated by the family.
ADAMS, Fernand
ADAMS, Fernand T. (Fred) - (World War II Veteran) On Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at William Osler Health Centre, Etobicoke in his 88th year. Loving husband of Dorothy (nee Geerts). Dear father to Michael and Dennis (Teri). Sadly missed and survived by many grandchildren, step- grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Complete service in the chapel Saturday at 2 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army or the War Amps would be appreciated.
ADAMS, Geoffrey Allan
GEOFFREY ALLAN ADAMS B.Th., B.A., M.A., D.D. Peacefully at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga Site, on Wednesday, August 9, 2006, in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Betty Adams (nee Newman). Loving father of Doug (Margaret) and Ron (Susan) Adams. Dear grandfather of Lynette, Leanne, Lorri, Chantelle, Amanda and Jacqueline Adams. Survived by his sister Marjorie Cooke in England. Dr. Adams taught at the Toronto Baptist Seminary and Bible College from 1954 - 2005, and served as principal from 1959 - 1994. He served during W.W. II in the Royal Navy aboard H.M.S. Indomitable during which time he came to know the Lord Jesus Christ as his Saviour. Friends may call at JARVIS STREET BAPTIST CHURCH, 130 Gerrard Street East (at Jarvis), Toronto on Monday, August 14, from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the church Tuesday, August 15 at 11 a.m. Private interment. Memorial donations may be sent to the Toronto Baptist Seminary and Bible College, 130 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3T4, attention: G. A. Adams Foundation.
ADAMS, Harold (Johnny)
HAROLD (JOHNNY) ADAMS
Retired Toronto Star Pressman. passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, September 3, 2006 in Brampton. Cherished husband of Doreen (Daley) of 50 years. Adoring father of Phillip and his wife Victoria, Judith and her husband Stephen and Karen. Dear Gran Gran of Brittaney, Mark, Glen and Haleigh. Loving brother of Vera, Edward and William. A man committed to all he knew and respected by all who knew him. Friends will be received at the ANDREWS COMMUNITY FUNERAL CENTRE (8190 Dixie Rd., Brampton, north of Steeles Ave., 905-456-8190) on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Research or the Canadian Lung Association.
