COLLINS, Sandy (Alexander)
Peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Versa Care Centre, Uxbridge, with his wife, Joan by his side. Loving stepfather of Jay. Beloved son of Mollie and Gordon, predeceased by his brother, Rodrick and survived by his sister, Margaret Elizabeth. Loved and remembered by his many nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law and his large extended family of friends, neighbours and caregivers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Versa Care Centre, Residents' Council Fund.
KITNEY, Hilary D.
Of Carpinteria, California, daughter of Ex-Police Chief Bernard R. Kitney and Doreen Kitney of Bowmanville, (now deceased), passed away in Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, on November 3rd, 2006, of liver failure, at 52 years of age. Hilary was born in Toronto, raised in Bowmanville, and lived for a time in Regina, and Calgary, before moving south to live the 'California Dream' in 1984. She is survived by her sisters, Bridgette, of Calgary, Alberta and Theresa of Powell River, B.C, and brothers, James, of Regina, Saskatchewan and Bernard, of Barrie. Donations may be made to the Liver Foundation. Her ashes will be spread by private plane over the Ocean off Santa Barbara, California, which she so loved.
SAWYER Cyril John
Suddenly, at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona, on Friday, November 3, 2006. Cyril John Sawyer of Gold Canyon, Arizona, passed away in his 63rd year, after a long courageous battle against cancer, which it looked like he had beaten with prayers and medical attention. Beloved son of Jacqueline V. Sawyer and the late Cyril Sawyer. Dear father of Sherry, Tammy and Cyril Sawyer Jr. and wife, Alicia and five grandchildren. Lovingly remembered by his brother Donald and his wife Deborah and their family, Kelli and Jim, Kristi, Shawn and Pam, and Jami-Leigh, of Oshawa, and adopted sister Carol Ferguson and her husband, Paul of Consecon, his favourite Aunt Bev, best friend Bryan Heiman of Gold Canyon, Arizona, Alice Mackey of Indianapolis, Indiana and Kitty Kats of Oshawa. A private family service will be held with interment at St. Gregory's Catholic Church Cemetery, Oshawa. Cyril's love for his precious and beloved homeless cats, may be acknowledged by donations in his memory to the Humane Society of Durham Region and can be made through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
SKELTON, Catherine
Nee Waddington, in her 86th year passed to Spirit on November the 3rd, 2006. Predeceased by her husband, Reginald. Survived by her sister, Margaret Alloway-Jefferson. Lovingly remembered by her children, Bonnie, John, David, Heather, Sharon, Shelley, Janine, Toni and their spouses. Dearly loved by her 17 Grandchildren and her 24 Great-Grandchildren. Family will receive friends at the MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, 21 Garrard Rd., Whitby (North of Dundas St.) 905- 665-0600 from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. with a Memorial Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 2006. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
THOMPSON, Elizabeth (Bessie)
Peacefully at Strathaven Lifecare Centre, Bowmanville, on Friday, November 3, 2006 in her 95th year. Beloved mother of David and his wife, Margaret of Oshawa. Dear grandmother of John and his wife, Robin of Burlington, Ian (deceased) and his wife, Wendy of Courtice and Susan of Oshawa. Dear great-grandmother of Alexander of Burlington, and Sarah and Jack of Coutrice. Lovingly remembered as "Auntie Bunt" to her nieces, Gayle Spear and Barbara Mocarski of Toronto. Predeceased by her husband, Roy and her brother, Thomas Ritchie. As per Elizabeth's wishes, there will be no funeral service. She would smile if you toasted her good long life, "Rye please, and don't kill it with ginger ale". Cremation. Enrichment at Pine Hills Cemetery Scarborough at a later date.
WOODS, Ada Margaret (nee Baker)
The Woods family celebrate the 95-year journey of the life of Ada Margaret Woods, who passed away on Friday, November 3rd, 2006. Ada was the beloved wife of the late Harry Thompson Woods for 61 years. Dear mother of the late Elinor Kirkton and Newton Woods. Dearly loved by sons, Dalton, Lynn and Robert Woods all of Whitby, Ontario. Mother- in-law of Bill Kirkton, Meg Woods, Bonnie Woods, Dorothy Boehm and Karen Cotnam. Grandmother of Andrew, Jason, Lisa, Laurie, Brian, Brad, Susan, Kathy, Tammy, Adam, Matthew, Andrea and Craig. Great-Grandmother of Ashley, Kristen, Katie, Daniel, Brittany, Kyle, Emily, Samantha, Kendra, Vanessa, Erin, Collin, Andrew and Sara. Predeceased by many brothers and sisters, survived by sisters-in-law Florence Woods and Annie Baker. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, November 6th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, November 6th at 2:30 P.M. Interment to follow at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Charles H. Best Diabetes Centre or the Oshawa Senior Citizens Centres Northview Day Program, would be appreciated.
BENNETT, Ford Leask
Passed away peacefully at the Community Nursing Home in Pickering, on Thursday, November 2nd, 2006. Loving husband of the late Doris (nee Hart). Ford is survived by his son Gary (Truus), daughter Lynne (Terry). Loving Grandpa to Michael (Debra), Mark (Cindy), Philip (Karin) and Justin. Great-Grandfather to Miranda, Alexander, Adam, Dylan and Kaitlyn. Ford is predeceased by his son Tom and his granddaughter Cindy. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, November 3rd from 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, November 4th at 11:00 A.M. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
FARACI, Paul
Suddenly on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Paul, beloved husband of Betty. Dear father of Trudy (Willy) Keim, Marena (Danny) Thaw, Janis (Todd) Faraci & Ann-Marie (Owen) Castelo. Loving papa to 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Brother to Sam, Mary, Agnes, John and Anthony. The family wish to thank the staff and physicians in the emergency and ICU units in Toronto East General for their Compassion and care. In lieu of flowers donations to the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada, Ontario Chapter, Unit 7, 725 Westney Road, South, Ajax, Ont. L1S7J7 appreciated.
RICHMOND, Anne (Nee Moore)
Peacefully at Scarborough General Hospital on Thursday, November 2nd, 2006. Beloved friend of Steve Richmond. Loving mother of Scott Richmond and Stephanie and her husband, Steven Lobel. Cherished Sunshine of Andrew and Nathan Lobel. Will be lovingly remembered by her sister, Sandy Berry and Mother Richmond. Predeceased by her parents, Bert and Betty Moore, daughter, Pamela Anne Hill and father-in-law, Don Richmond. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, November 6th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, November 7th at 11:00 A.M. Cremation Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Interment of cremated remains at Zion Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. John's Anglican Church, Whitby or Hospice Durham would be appreciated by the family.
WEIGEL, Erika A.
Entered into eternal peace at the Ross Memorial Hospital on Thursday, November 2nd, 2006 at the age of 75 years. Erika, beloved wife, soulmate and best friend of Ron. Dear mother of Glenn (Margaret), Roland (Lorraine) and Bert (Nina). Adored grandmother of Christopher, Brandon, David, Bryan and Stephanie. Friends were received at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, November 5th, 2006 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial was held at ST. MARY OF THE PEOPLE CATHOLIC CHURCH (570 Marion Avenue, Oshawa) on Monday, November 6th, 2006. Cremation. Memorial donations to the Charity of your choice.
"A lifetime of selfless giving".
CAVANAUGH, Hugh Douglas
(Veteran of WWII; life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43; Retired employee of General Motors Canada.)
Peacefully at Hillsdale Estates on Wednesday, November 1st, 2006 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Loving father of Elaine Bribece and her husband Joseph, Doug and his companion Terri Rose. Cherished Grandfather of Mark and Kristy Fawcett, and Jason and Brendan Cavanaugh and Great-Grandfather of Lauren. Dear uncle of Eileen, Lea and Shirley (nee Cameron). Brother of the late Lloyd, Don and Audrey. Special thanks to the staff at Hillsdale Estates. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, November 3rd, from 2-4 and 7-9P.M. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, November 6th at 11:00A.M. Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery. Donations made to the Alzheimer Society or Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated.
FLINT, KEN
(Past member of the Canadian Club & retired employee of Goodyear Rubber Company of Bowmanville)
At Marnwood Life Care Centre on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at the age of 92 years. Ken, beloved husband of the late Irene. Loving father of Don and his wife, Donna and the late Larry and Blayne who is survived by his wife, Carolyne. Dear grandfather of Randy and his wife, Cindy, Stephen and his wife Robyn, Todd and his wife, Daphne, Justin, Ryan and his wife, Bobbie and 10 great-grandchildren. Loved brother of Elsie Challis of Peterborough and the late Hazel Perfect and Whelsby Flint. Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Thursday, November 2, 2006 from 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral service in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 11 a.m. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
