Teresa “Terry” Davis
Peacefully with her husband by her side at St. Joseph’s Health Centre on Monday, December 26, 2005 at the age of 80. Loving wife and best friend of Clayton for 59 years. Proud and much loved mom of Randall (Corrie). Loving grandma of Bradley and Brett. 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 Thursday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9pm. Service will be held on Friday at 1 pm in the Chapel. Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens.
Stupica Terezija
Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Health Centre on Sunday, December 25th. Terezija, beloved wife of the late Anton Stupica. Loving mother of Magdalen Zecevic and Vida Farella. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Peter Majcen, Lenka Majcen, Monica Prijatelj Vivi Farella and all her family in Slovenija. 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 Thursday from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral mass 11 a.m. on Friday at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church (Brown’s Line) Reception to follow. Interment in Slovenija. Donations to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or trees planted in memory of Terezija.
Arnold Vilips
On Tuesday, December 27, 2005. Arnold, cousin of Oswald Lizinski, godfather to Paul Lizinski and uncle to Lydia Andrews and Robert Lizinski. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 31, 2005 at Highland Memory Gardens, 33 Memory Gardens Lane, North York. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross. For more information, please call Ridley Funeral Home at 416-259-3705.
Adam Christopher De Bonis
June 29, 1983 ~ November 5, 2006
Beloved son of Tony De Bonis and the late Kristy-Lee De Bonis. Cherished nephew of Shari Pitblado. Adam passed away suddenly and unexpectedly breaking the hearts of all who knew him. To know him was to love him. Left to mourn are his maternal Auntie Karen (Andrew) Ludwig, Dylan and Danielle, Uncle Jeff (Beth) Pitblado, Jared and Simon. In grief and disbelief are his cousin Michael Alexander, cousin and best friend Lindsay Alexander. Predeceased by Auntie Pam Pitblado Alexander, Nana Doris Carter and Papa David Pitblado. Left to mourn on Adam’s paternal side are Nani Marie Marsili, Grandpa Nicholas (Lillian) De Bonis, Aunt Victoria (Pat) O’Neil, Patrick and Roisine, Aunt Gloria (Stan) Wells, Jennifer, Stephanie, Vicky and Jason, Uncle Joe (Theresa) De Bonis, Uncle Nick (Carmen) De Bonis, Amanda and Kevin. Adam finally found his path in life…education. Just as he was finding self-fulfilment and enlightenment, his life journey was cut short. We all miss you kiddo, love you forever. 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 Tuesday from 6 to 9pm and Wednesday from 12 to 1pm. Funeral Service to follow in the Chapel at 1pm. Cremation. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Carmel Joyce McCrindle
passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Harvey McCrindle. Loving mother and friend of Dawn, Michelle, Jennifer and their husbands Joey, John and Steven. Proud nanny of Dana and Torin. Dear sister of Gladys, Gloria, Eugene and the late Ronnie. Cherished sister-in-law and aunt to many nieces and nephews. 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 Saturday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. A Celebration of her Life will be held on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at 1 p.m. The family would appreciate having donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. Messages of
James Phillips
Peacefully following a brief illness on Monday, November 13, 2006 at Toronto East General Hospital. Beloved husband to Patricia Phillips. Loving dad to Marion (Gerald) Gardiner. Loving grandpa to William and Vanessa. 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 12 to 1pm. Funeral Service to follow in the Chapel at 1pm. Cremation. Donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Agatha “Ricky” Zwanenbeek
With family by her side, it is with great sadness they announce the peaceful passing of “Ricky” on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Beloved wife and best friend of Louis for 49 years. Loving mom to Joanne and Alida (Kevin) Philbin. Cherished Oma to Julianne, Jacqueline and Alexander. Beloved sister of Anna Krist. She will be remembered by a multitude of family and friends. 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 Saturday from 7 to 9pm & Sunday from 2 to 4pm & 7 to 9pm. Funeral Mass on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10am from St. Leo’s Catholic Church (277 Royal York Rd.). Interment St. Mary’s cemetery. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Alexander Colodey
Peacefully on Thursday, November 16, 2006, at the McCall Center, Mississauga, Ontario, in his 85th year, pre-deceased by his wife Sally (Mussat). Father of Jim and his wife Hilda of Prince Edward Island and Alan of British Columbia. Grandfather of Catherine, Scott and Peter. The family will receive friends at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Boulevard West, Etobicoke, on Sunday, November 26, 2006, from 2-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Gerhard “Gerry” Gayk
Born February 16, 1927, Gerry passed away suddenly and unexpectedly November 16, 2006. Survived by his wife, Lisa, and their children and families: Mercedes, Alexandre and Kirsten (Quebec City); Corina, Ivor, Adam, Owen and Nikolas (New York); and Nikolette, Joerg, Aicha and Aidan (Germany). Gerry immigrated to Canada in 1954. He worked for Shell Canada for many years. He loved spending time with his family and friends, sailing and travelling. He always had time for a kind word or a quick chat. Gerry will be sorely missed. We wish him steady winds and smooth waters on this last journey. There will be a Celebration of his Life on Friday, November 24 at Lakeshore Yacht Club clubhouse (76 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive) from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations toward a memorial bench overlooking the lake may be made to the Gerry Gayk Memorial Bench Fund c/o C.I.B.C., Thorncrest Plaza Branch at 1500 Islington Ave. Toronto.
Barbara Ann McKend
Peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, November 26, 2006. Predeceased by her adoring husband George McKend. Proud Mom to Gary, Jeannie (Wally), Marie. Cherished Nanny to Andrew and Meagan. Much loved sister to Charles (Shirley), Jean, Norma and Joyce. She will be remembered by many nieces and nephews. 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 Tuesday from 2 to 4 pm & 7 to 9 pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 11 am from St. Clements Church (409 Markland Drive). Interment Holy Cross cemetery. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to St. Joseph’s Health Centre.
Mary Zizek
Peacefully on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Beloved wife of Steve. Dear loving mother to Steve and his wife Helena and Helen Babic and her husband John. Loving grandmother to Emily and Evan. Fondly remembered by her sisters, brothers and other family in Canada and Slovenija. The family would like to thank the staff at the Palliative Care Unit, 4 West at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. 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 2 to 4 & 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church. Interment Assumption cemetery , Mississauga. If desired, donations to the Oakville Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
“Left us too soon”
Vincent Majchrowski
Suddenly on Wednesday, November 29th, 2006. Vincent is survived by his wife Doris, son Adam and daughter Michelle. Vincent will be sadly missed by his brother Stanley, sister Wanda and his many family and friends. 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 Sunday from 2 – 4 & 6 – 9 p.m. Funeral Mass on Monday at 11 a.m. from St. Teresa’s Catholic Church (Tenth Street) Interment Park Lawn cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Elmer Vincent Webber
Peacefully at Sunnybrook Veterans’ Hospital on November 29, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Marguerite Webber of 43 years. Loving father of Wayne (Diane), Terry and Gary (Lori). Proud Grandpa of Wyatt and Amber. Loving uncle of Wilfred, Elmer and Doreen. Fondly remembered by many family and friends. Proudly served his country in Her Majesty’s Canadian Navy during the Second World War on the HMS “Puncher”. 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 Saturday from 2-4 p.m. Legion service to follow. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation would be most appreciated.
Dr. Glen A. McDonald, M.D., F.R.C.S. (C)
Orthopaedic Surgeon
(1926 – 2006)
Unexpectedly on November 25, 2006 with his family by his side, at St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Toronto. Glen will be missed by his wife Violet, his sons, Christopher and Paul and his daughter, Sam. Glen graduated from the University of Toronto Medical School in 1949. He continued his training to obtain Diplomas in both General and Orthopaedic Surgery. Glen’s career specializing in orthopaedics spanned over four decades while holding positions on the staff of St. Joseph’s Health Centre and at Queensway General Hospital (now Trillium Health Centre, Queensway site). Among his numerous contributions, he served as Chief of Orthopaedics at St. Joe’s and as Clinical Teacher, Department of Surgery, Uof T. Glen was passionate about his work and was committed to providing quality orthopaedic services. He enjoyed the physical aspect of his specialty and the variety of working with patients of all ages. Glen was also defined by his deep love of the outdoors and of physically challenging sport. He enthusiastically immersed himself into yacht racing, tennis, skiing and field dog trials. In his 70’s, Glen took up snow boarding. After retirement in 2000, Glen moved to his favourite retreat in the Muskokas. He occupied himself by analyzing the markets, exploring vegetarian cooking, gardening, training his dogs, listening to jazz and to the wind rushing through the pines. If desired, donations in Glen’s memory may be made to Medecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors without Borders by calling 1-800-982-7903 and speaking with Donor relations.
