Mr. Gerhard Fruhner
January 7, 1932 - October 23, 2007
(Lifelong Member of Club Loreley and Oshawa Air Force Club - 420 Wing)
passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on October 23, 2007. Beloved husband of Diane for 32 years. Loving father of Marion, Andreas and his wife Darlene, and Veronica and her husband Trevor Tysick. Proud grandfather of Kody and Madison. Dear brother of Gerda Appel and Herbert and his wife Edith Fruhner, all of Germany. At Gerhard's wish, private family services will be conducted to celebrate his life. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Lakeridge Health - Palliative Care Unit or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Mrs. Kristen Noelle Di Bella
December 25, 1971 - October 24, 2007
Di BELLA, Mrs. Kristen Noelle (nee Cullen) passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at the age of 35. Beloved wife of David "Chico" Di Bella. Loving mother of Kaitlin, Lukas and the late Noelle. Cherished daughter of Paul and Heather. Dear sister of Mark Cullen (Debbie). Dear aunt of 8. The Di Bella and Cullen family wishes to invite all of their family and friends to Celebrate Kristen's Life on Sunday, October 28, 2007 from 11-2 p.m at the Peterborough Naval Association.(24 Whitlaw Street Peterborough). In lieu of flowers and in memory of Kristen there has been a Trust Fund opened for Kaitlin and Lukas' education. Cheques may be made payable to Paul Cullen. Arrangements entrusted to the NISBETT FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 600 Monaghan Rd., S., Peterborough.
Victor William Drinka
September 27, 1935 - October 20, 2007
Avid Sports Enthusiast
passed away suddenly at his residence on Saturday, October 20, 2007, Vic passed away peacefully in his 72nd year. Loving father of Terry (Scott), Tracey (Kimberly) and Tammy (Scott). Cherished grandfather of Ashley, Sami-Jo, Breanna and Michael. Great grandfather of Kaleb. Father-in-law of Cathy Bessette and uncle to Lori Cavanagh, Donna Bonner and their extended families. Brother-in-law of Frona Drinka. Dear friend of Dr. Hans and Marion Westenberg. Sadly missed by many close friends. Predeceased by his parents Louis and Josephine Drinka and his brother Ceprian. Friends and family will be received at the GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOMES-TOWNSHIP CHAPEL, 435 Davis Drive (Taylor Kidd Blvd & Centennial Drive) on Thursday, October 25, 2007 between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in our chapel on Friday, October 26, 2007 at 2 p.m. Interment at Glenhaven Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to the University Hospital Kingston Foundation - Cancer Centre (U.H.K.F.-Cancer Centre). Cheques only please.
Mrs. Rae Ferguson Care
November 24, 1943 - October 24, 2007
CARE, Rae Ferguson - Peacefully with her family by her side on October 24, 2007. Rae Care loving wife and best friend of Gary. Dear mother of Stephanie Athay (Rob), Stephen Care (Tammy), Jennifer Theriauit (Fergie), Ali Care (Ash Brown). Loving grandmother of Tanner, Brayden, Taylor, Jordyn, Owen, Jake, Amelia and Boston. Also survived by her mother Margaret McLean, her brothers and sisters, Ronnie (Peggy), Betty, Jack (Angela), Sandra (Richard). Rae is a member of the Baha'i Faith which she served in various capacities for over 30 years. Friends may call at the DODSWORTH & BROWN Funeral Home, BURLINGTON CHAPEL, 2241 New Street (at Drury Lane) Burlington Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the Chapel Saturday at 12 noon. Interment Burlington memorial Gardens. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Claire Deziel
September 23, 1914 - October 25, 2007
DEZIEL, Claire Nadia (nee Chauvin) passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at the age of 93. She is survived by her children Suzanne and husband Peter Knowlton (Ottawa), John Deziel (Belle River), Christopher Deziel (Santa Cruz, California), Michele Deziel (Boston) and Denise Deziel (Windsor). She was the last surviving of the 10 children of Donus and Nadia Chauvin and is joining her husband Judge (and Colonel of the Essex Scottish) Lawrence A. Deziel, OBE and her daughter Louise. Claire was fortunate to have eight grandchildren: Nicole and Bill Knowlton, Aimee and Sarah Deziel, Jamie Russell, Christian, Joel and Claire Poisson, and four great-grandchildren. A life-long resident of Windsor, Claire attended St. Mary's Academy and Normal School in London, Ont. She enjoyed a teaching career with both the Windsor Catholic School Board and St. Clair College, where she taught English as a Second Language. She had many interests in her life, including volunteering for Meals on Wheels and the Windsor Art Gallery. She also loved to curl, bowl and play bridge. The family is most grateful to her dear friend Annette Wilson, her caregiver Marie McKenzie, the staff of the Renal Dialysis Unit of Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital and the staff of the seventh floor for their caring support. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be directed to the Renal Dialysis Unit of Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital or the Kidney Foundation. Family and friends will gather at the Janisse Bros-Marcotte Funeral Home 1139 Ouellette Ave. on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers at 4 p.m. On Saturday, October 27th, there will be further visitation at St. Anne's Catholic Church - Walkerville from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. when a Mass of Christian Burial will be held to celebrate the life of Claire. Interment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. A tree will be planted in memory of Claire Deziel in the Janisse-Marcotte Heritage Forest. A dedication service will be held on September 28th, 2008. All are welcome.
"Mom loves being around people and new adventures. Bon Voyage..."
Antonio "Tony" Sandre
January 2, 1922 - October 25, 2007
SANDRE, Antonio "Tony", 85 years. passed away October 25th, 2007 at Malden Park. Beloved husband of Lidia for the past 58 years. Loving father of Attilio (Til)and Terry Sandre and the late Susy Levy (2001) and former son-in-law Stephen Levy. Cherished grandfather of Nicole, Danielle, Andrea and Alexandra. Dear brother of the late Giuseppe Sandre and wife Argentina, the late Tarsillo Sandre and wife Edilia. Dear sister of Olga, Santina and Licia all of Italy. Also survived by the Fabbro Family and many nieces and nephews in Canada and Italy. Tony will be sadly missed by many neighbours and friends. He was a member of the Fogolar Furlan Club. Visiting at the Janisse Bros.- Marcotte Funeral Home 1139 Ouellette Ave Sunday 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Parish Prayers Sunday evening 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service leaving the Funeral Home Monday, October 29th, 2007 at 8:45 a.m. to St. Angela Merici Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Fr. A. Feccia celebrant. Entombment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. As your expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre. A tree will be planted in memory of Antonio Sandre in the Janisse Marcotte Heritage Forest. A dedication service will be held September 28th, 2008. All are welcome.
Mr. Ian Desjardins
October 23, 2007
Ian Desjardins passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 in his 55th year. Beloved son of Emilia Dyke and the late Roland Desjardins. Loving brother of Linda (Brian) Dyke. Step-brother of Stephen (Diane) Dyke. Uncle of Sean, Laurie and Jesse. We would like to thank all who helped with his care over the years. Especially his friend Barbara Oszlak who brought laughter and light into his life, his cousin Marguerite and other friends Brenda and Helen. Ian will be fondly remembered by his family and friends. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church (N/E corner of Ravenscroft Rd. and Rossland Rd in Ajax) on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 11:00 a.m.. Interment to take place at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the MS Society would be greatly appreciated.
