Hilda Nicholson
On Thursday, March 10, 2005 at Trillium Health Centre Mississauga Site. Hilda, loving mother of Sharon, Shirley, Austin Jr, Jessie, Irvine, Tony, Nettie Xerri and Hugh Robert. She will be sadly missed by her mother Jessie Alder, sister Debbie Alder, brother Ernest Alder and her many grandchildren, brothers, sisters and family. 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 & 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Monday at 3 p.m. Cremation. The family would appreciate having donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Lung Association or trees planted in memory of Hilda.
Allison Shears
On Thursday, March 10, 2005 at the Toronto Grace Hospital. Allison, loving father of Timmy, Shawna, Colleen, Corinna, Nadine, Patty and Alex and his wife Mary. Beloved grandfather of Jesse, Tesha, Shayla, Nicole, Micheal and Nathan. Allison will be sadly missed by his father Austin Nash, brothers Gerald and Glen and his sister Tina. He is predeceased by his mom Edith Michaud and brother Frank. 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 & 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Sunday at 3 p.m. Cremation. Donations to the Toronto Grace Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
Ema Svetina
Suddenly on March 12, 2005 at St. Joseph's Health Centre at the age of 84. Ema, will be deeply missed by her loving husband Anton of 34 years. Loving mother of Yvonne, Rose and grandmother to Michelle. Survived by her brothers Willy (predeceased Zorra), Karl (Milka), sister Ana and many nieces and nephews. A special thanks to the staff at Dom Lipa. 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 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. from Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church (739 Brown's Line). Interment Assumption Catholic cemetery.
Edna Fenney
Peacefully in her 92nd year at Toronto Grace Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Joseph, her daughter Mary Lou, son James and granddaughter Joanne. Loving mother to Barbara, Sharon, Patricia, Carol and Deanna. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grand- children. 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 Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. from Alderwood United Church (55 Delma Dr., Etobicoke). Interment Christ Church Mimico cemetery.
Klara Kalias
Suddenly at home on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 in her 67th year, beloved wife of the late Michael (2002). Dear sister to Eugene Fabian, Irena Gabco, Joseph Fabian, Emily Fabian, Rudolph Fabian and their families. 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 & 7 to 9 p.m. Service in the chapel Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment St. John’s Dixie cemetery , Mississauga.
Gladys May Duguid (nee Evans)
Peacefully on Saturday, March 19, 2005 in her 89th year at Oakville Trafalgar Hospital. Beloved wife of the late James Duguid. Loving mother of Madeline (John) Chambers, Linda Duguid (Dan Challis) and Alick (Caroline). Cherished grandmother of Lisa, Ryan, Brent, Katie, Graham and the late Stephen, and great-grandmother of Amanda and Jessica. 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 & 6 to 9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 1 pm from St. Margaret’s Anglican Church (156 6th Street). Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to St. Margaret’s Anglican Church.
Anton Svetina
Peacefully on Sunday, March 20, 2005 at Dom Lipa in his 89th year. Predeceased by his loving wife Ema. Loving father of Yvonne (Lorne) Smith and Rose. Beloved grandfather of Michelle (Robert) Schippke. Brother of Louis (Louisa) and Ivan (Slava). He will be missed 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 4pm & 6 to 8 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 10:00 am from Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church (739 Browns Line). Interment Assumption Catholic cemetery. A special thanks to the staff at Dom Lipa. Donations may be made to the Parkinson Society. Messages of
Elizabeth Ragan
Suddenly, with her family by her side, on March 21, 2005, at Etobicoke General Hospital, in her 96th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Michael and cherished grandson Ronald. Loving mother to Mary and her husband John Onderisin of Etobicoke, Frank and his wife Mary of Willowdale. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Gary, Daniel, Casey, Michael and great grandchildren Christopher, Keith and Emma. A special thanks to the staff at Central Park Lodge for all their care and support. 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 Monday March 28, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (Panachida Monday Evening 7 p.m.) A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday March 29, at 10 a.m. from the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God (257 Shaw St., Toronto). Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens.
Alice Florence Paananen
Suddenly, at her residence, on March 21, 2005, at the age of 79. Dearly beloved wife of the late Ken (Kauko) Paananen. Loving mother of Roy. Survived by her sister-in-law Rae Payne and predeceased by her brothers Gordon, Doug, Howard and Robert. 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 12 noon until time of Funeral Service at 1 p.m. in the Chapel. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Anna Swistara
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anna on Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at Kipling Acres Nursing Home at the age of 92. Anna was active for 60 years in the Polish Alliance Club. Predeceased by her loving husband Bronislaw Swistara (1975). Loving mother of Jane (Ed) Gadzala and John (Virginia). Cherished babcia of Mary-Anne, Dan (Kathy), David (Jennifer), Glen (Christina), Paul (Kim) and Kathy (Paul) Roppell. Pra-babcia to Matthew, Stephen, Danielle, DeAnna, Emily, Claire, Michael, Gabriella, Bethany, Rachael, Thomas and Bradley. A special thanks to Dr. Evans and the wonderful nursing staff at Kipling Acres for their kindness, compassionate care and support. 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 Monday from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 11 a.m. from St. Teresa’s Catholic Church (10th Street). Interment will follow at Springcreek cemetery , North Clarkson Road, Mississauga. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
George Evans (Ev) Munckton
It is with great sorrow our family announces that on Tuesday, March 22, 2005 Ev passed away in his 87th year surrounded by his loving family. Now reunited in eternity with his wife Ruby, he will be dearly missed by his daughter Joanne Martin and her husband Andy DeRegt, grandchildren Jim Martin, Cliff and Judy Whiting, and great-grandchildren Cheryl and Mike Whiting. Ev, a World War II Veteran who served in Italy, returned in 1945 and began a successful 35 year career with the Etobicoke Hydro. The family would like to extend it’s appreciation and thanks to Maria Arvai, a loving and devoted caregiver, and to all the staff at the Toronto Grace Hospital Palliative Care Unit for their dedication and support. 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 9 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Service in the chapel Monday at 10 a.m. Interment Park Lawn cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations to the Salvation Army.
Anne Olive Watters
passed away peacefully on March 25, 2005 at the age of 90. Predeceased by her loving husband James and daughters Katherine and Carole. Loving mother to Bob. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Kim (Mark), Kurt (Barbara), Chris (Llaran), Craig (Rachel), Melanie (Shawn) and great grandchildren Emily, Olivia, Sydney, Alison, Kaelen, Will, Matthew, Nathan, Zachery, Abby, Gracie, Jackson and Beck. 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 1 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 3 p.m. in the Chapel. Cremation. If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Nanda (Zorz) Kokosin
Peacefully on Thursday, March 24, 2005 with her husband and family by her side at the Trillium Health Centre in Mississauga in her 66th year. Loving wife of Rudi. Mother to David (Sharon) and Robert (Andrea). Grandmother to Katelynd and Kyle. We’ll miss you. Special thanks to the Bucik family for their love and support, and to the ICU staff for their compassion and understanding. 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 Monday from 1 to 3 pm & 6 to 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. from Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church (739 Browns Line). Interment Assumption Catholic cemetery. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
