CRUICKSHANK, Douglas John
(Driver for City Wide Taxi and Avid Golfer) Suddenly at his residence on Wednesday August 24th, 2005, Douglas John Cruickshank at 68 years of age. Survived by his children Douglas and his wife Helen, Denise Lindo and Danika Cruickshank, and by his grandchildren; Subrina, Paul and Reanne Cruickshank, Keomee and Eric Lindo, Theren Cruickshank and Meagan and Storm Kunkel. He will be sadly missed by Patrick Whalley, Nicole Sutton and her family and by his friends at City Wide Taxi and his golf buddies. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday August 31st, 2005 at 1 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
D'SOUZA, Francis Lulu Roque "Lou"
Age 73 years. Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday August 24, 2005. Beloved husband of Gladys for 51 years. Loving father of Christine & her husband Bill West; Sharon D'Souza & her husband Paul Knapp and Nigel D'Souza. Cherished Papas of Robin West & his wife Laura, Justin West, Holly West and Carleigh Knapp. He will be sadly missed by his great-grandchildren Giselle and Nathaniel West. He is survived by his brothers Edwin D'Souza and Elliott D'Souza and predeceased by his brother Eric. Visitation will take place at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville, 2-4 & 7-9pm Friday August 26th, 2005. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. JOSEPH'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Bowmanville, 11 am Saturday August 27th, 2005. Cremation. Memorial donations may be made to The Cancer Society.
ROBERTS, Bryan David
Suddenly in Oshawa on Wednesday August 24, 2005, age 45. Beloved husband of Christa. Loving father of Holly, Ben, Heidi and Chloe. Son of David and Freda Roberts of Newmarket. Brother of Deanna and Kevin. Will be sadly missed by family and friends. Memorial Service to be held at HARMONY UNITED CHURCH, 15 Harmony Road North Oshawa on Friday, September 2, 2005 at 11 a.m.
BABICH, Barbara Joan- Gracefully after a lengthy illness, at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Tuesday August 23, 2005 in her 62nd year. Barbara is survived by her mother Irene "Peggy" Gallant, of Oshawa, and by her children Lori Low (Dan) of Markdale, Ontario, Karen Marmara (Glen) of Sutton, Ontario, Todd Shaw, British Columbia, Barbara Ann Shaw, Beamsville, Ontario, Ronnie Babich, (Adrienne) of Oshawa, and Ronda Lenis (Mikel ), of Oshawa. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Amanda, Kenneth, Stephanie, Austin, Justin, Karlie, and Derek. Dear sister of Donna McDonald (Gerry), of Oshawa, and Patsy Gallant (Morris) of Oshawa. Dear aunt of Randy, David and Tracy. Special thanks to Adrienne and Shirley, Lakeridge Health Oshawa staff, and Durham Access to Care for their compassionate care. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Thursday August 25th from 7-9pm. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of the Funeral Home on Friday August 26th at 11:00 am. Interment St. Johns Cemetery, Vallentyne at 1:30 pm. Donations to the United Way in Barbara's memory would be greatly appreciated by the family.
BERGSTROM, Leslie Katherine (nee Gill)
(Head of English Department at R. S. McLaughlin C.V.I.) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2005 at her family home in Whitby with her loving husband Michael Babier by her side. Since the diagnosis of her illness in December, Leslie spent the majority of her time at home and enjoyed many quality moments with her daughter, Amy, her son, Dane, and her stepson, Aaron. Leslie is predeceased by her father, Laurence Gill and her mother, Gina Simpson-Gill, both of Peterborough. During her long teaching career, first at Central Collegiate and then at M.C.V.I., Leslie made a significant impact on all who knew her - staff and students alike. Leslie's family would like to express their heart felt appreciation to Leslie's closest friends, and the extended Bergstrom and Babier families who offered unfailing support. They would also like to acknowledge the exceptional care provided by many personal support workers, nurses, hospice volunteers and the Lakeridge Health-Oshawa palliative care team. Leslie will be missed by all. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, August 26th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, August 27th at 11:00 A.M. Donations in Leslie's memory can be made to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada or the Leslie Bergstrom Memorial Bursary and Scholarship Fund.
DRINKLE Dorothy Evelyn Frances (nee Reinkoester)
Peacefully at Fairview Lodge on August 23rd, 2005, in her 86th year. Dorothy was born September 28, 1919, in Owen Sound, Ontario. Second daughter of Frederick and Ethel (nee Beard) Reinkoester. In 1927 her family moved to Oshawa. She attended Ritson Road School and Oshawa Collegiate and Vocational Institute. After high school, she worked at Ideal Fish and Chips, and then later, during World War II, The Pedlar People Ltd. She met Norman John Allen (Jack) Drinkle, and they were married on July 5, 1941. Dorothy lived on Verdun Road for 78 years, 64 of those after marrying Jack. In 1951 they celebrated the birth of their only child, Susan Frances. Susan married Thomas Brown, and gave Dorothy 2 lovely grandchildren: Jeffery David (1976), and Kathleen Claire (1980). Dorothy is the sister of Mrs. Ethel Yeo (late Arthur), the late Mrs. Jean Dix (Frank), Mrs. Winnifred Masters (Lloyd), Mrs. Dorothy Van Bruggen (late John), and the late Ronald Reinkoester (Judy). Dorothy also has many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Thursday August 25th, 2005 from 12:30pm until time of service at 2:30pm. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens in Whitby, Ontario. Donations made in memory of Dorothy to the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region, or Charity of your choice. Thanks to Ambulance staff, Emergency staff, Dr. Weir, and Palliative Care staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. A special thanks to the staff at Fairview Lodge (A Wing) for the loving care Mom received for the last 7 months, and the extra care in the last days of her life.
FARIA, Karen (nee O'Brien)
Passed away after a short illness on August 23, 2005 at the age of 43. Karen was born and raised in St. Catherine's. She graduated for the Grantham high school and attended McMaster University and Brock University. She was most recently employed by General Motors Oshawa. Devoted daughter of Don and Hester O'Brien of St. Catherine's. Cherished sister of Don and his wife Jennifer of Whitby. Proud aunt of Alexander. Fondly remembered by best friends Cheryl, Janice and Gail. Will be missed by many family members, friends, and cherished dog Gibson (Gibby). In memoriam donations may be made to Grandview Children's Centre.
GLASPELL, GLEN
Peacefully at Strathaven Life Care Center on August 23rd, 2005. Glen at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Eleanor. Loving father of Wesley (Lesley), Stuart and Barry (Christine). Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Lukas, Justin, Derek and Sarah. Dear brother of Eileen and Keith Peters. Predeceased by his sister Lois Anderson (1957). Interment Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to Zion Cemetery Board would be appreciated by the family.
CARUSO, Michelle Linda (nee Beauvais)
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday August 22, 2005. Michelle at age 37. Beloved wife and friend of Jason. Dear mother of Tyler & Meagan. Daughter of Roger & Linda Beauvais. Sister of Darlene & her husband Neil, and their children Jesse, Jamie and Jody, and Bradley & his wife Denise Beauvais and their daughter Emily. Sadly missed by her mother-in-law Sheila Cudmore, and Tom Moore. She will be truly missed by all of the Caruso family and friends. Michelle will be dearly missed by Sherry, Sue, Vern, and her big brother Brian. Rested at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Joseph the Worker Church, on Friday August 26, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visitation was held Thursday 7 - 9 p.m.
GOFFIN, Maureen Elizabeth (NEE Davidson)
Loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away Monday, August 22, 2005 at the age of 54 after a long and dignified battle with cancer. Predeceased by her husband Brian Goffin and father Craig Davidson; Maureen is survived by her loving family: daughters Julia and Hilary; son David; granddaughters Sydney and Vanessa; mother Irma Davidson; sister and best friend Meg Woods; brother Craig Davidson; several brothers- and sisters-in-law as well as nieces and nephews. Maureen was born and raised in Toronto, ON. She moved to La Ronge, SK with husband and young son in 1975. It was in La Ronge that her daughters were born, and that many of her closest friendships were forged. After Brian s death she returned to Ontario, settling in Whitby in 1996. Maureen enjoyed learning bridge and indulging in her passion for golf and developed many new friendships. Maureen will be remembered for her wry wit and desire to live life to the fullest. Family was extremely important to Maureen and she loved nothing better than spending time with her grandbabies. Her children will always be grateful for her support and unconditional love. She will be dearly missed but never forgotten by those she left behind. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, August 27, 2005 at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street Oshawa, Ontario. Family will receive friends and relatives at 12:00, service at 1:00. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in her memory.
REID, Aubrey Edward "Papa"
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and friends on August 22, 2005 in his 100th year. Loving husband of Claris. Beloved father of Dalbert (Shirley), Grace, Joan and Audrey. Cherished grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Aubrey will be sadly missed by many other family members and friends. A Funeral Service will be held at Refugee City Pentecostal Church, 545 Kingston Rd. W., Ajax on Monday, August 29, 2005 at 11:00a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
McQUISTIN, Ella
At the Wynfield on Monday August 22, 2005, Ella McQuistin (nee Weinbender) in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Bill McQuistin for 58 years. Loving mother of Beverly and her husband Dennis Corelli of Belleville, Alan and his wife Kandis of Sudbury. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Daryl and Jennifer Corelli and Jamie McQuistin. Survived by her brothers, Jack (Martha) of Swift Current, Sask., Fred (Mollie) of Swift Current, Sask., Bill (Michelle) of Regina Beach, Sask, and by her sister Emma Deobald, Swift Current, Sask. Ella will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa, with funeral service in the chapel on Thursday, August 25th, 2005 at 3 p.m. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday 2-3 p.m.
