BEATTIE, Robert (Rob) Earl
Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, on Sunday, September 27th, 2009 in his 61st year. Beloved husband to Kathy for 34 years. Loving father to Aaron and Stephen. Will be forever missed by his parents James Beattie and the late Muriel Bear. Lovingly remembered by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Thursday, October 1st from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Armstrong Chapel on Friday, October 2nd at 1 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Oshawa Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. For online condolences please go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.
HOLLINGSWORTH, Constance Grace
Passed away in Oshawa, Ontario on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at the age of 87. Connie will be sadly missed by her daughter Lynn (Phil) McMillan and granddaughter Cerene. If so desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
SKOBEL, Iwan (John)
Retiree 35 years service General Motors of Canada
Peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at Dorothy Ley Hospice, Etobicoke, at the age of 84. John, beloved husband of the late Julia Skobel (nee Warcaba) (July 2009), loved father of Walter (Karen), and Peter (Liz) and Gido of Madison, Christopher, Erin and Stephen. Very special thanks to the staff at Dorothy Ley Hospice in Etobicoke who gave John such wonderful care during his time there. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Thursday, October 1st from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Panachyda in the chapel of the funeral home at 7:30pm. Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial at St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church (Lviv and Albert) on Friday, October 2nd at 11am. Interment St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Ukrainian Cemetery, Courtice. Memorial Donations to St. George the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church, or Dorothy Ley Hospice would be greatly appreciated by the family. For online condolences please go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.
THOMPSON, Lois Mae
On Sunday, September 27, 2009 at home with her family in her 79th year, the Lord took her hand and led her to Glory. Cherished mother of Dawn and Joel; mother-in-law of Greg and Karen; "Nana" of Sarah, Jessica and Chloe; sister of Jean. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends whose lives she blessed and to whom she meant so much. A Memorial Service in celebration of her life will take place on Friday, October 2, 11:30 a.m. at Durham Full Gospel Church, 419 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario, followed by a reception in the church hall. Donations in her memory may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
"To live in the hearts of those you love is to never die"
SANDISON, Charles William
At Fairview Lodge Oshawa, on Saturday, September 26th, 2009 in his 87th year. Beloved husband for 61 years to Eileen Sandison. Dear father of Patricia Sandison and her husband Terry Ruppel of Winnipeg also Peter Sandison and his wife Jill of Courtice. Loving grandfather of Kristy (Chad), Laurie, Kelsey and Adam. Brother to John of the Shetland Islands and the late Nancy, Mimi, Alex, Stephen and Bill. He will be fondly remembered by his extended family and friends. Mr. Sandison resting in the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, (124 King Street East, Oshawa) on Monday, September 28, 2009 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, September 29 at 1:00 p.m. Rev Bill Tadeja officiating. Interment in Thornton Cemetery. In memory of Charles please consider donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society. For online condolences please visit www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.
SKITCH, Dorothy Roberta (nee: Brunzlow)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Saturday, September 26th, 2009 in her 77th year. Beloved wife of Ross for 56 years. Loving mother of Brian (Collette) Skitch and David (Sandra) Skitch. Dear grandmother of Amanda, Kevin, Nicholas and Kaylin. Sister of Clara Curran and Mary Tipton. Sister-in-law to Margaret 'Toots' Trull (Louis), Bob (Doreen) Skitch, Don Skitch and the late Lois Skitch. Mrs. Skitch resting in the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, (124 King Street East, Oshawa) on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Kingsview United Church (505 Adelaide Avenue East Oshawa) Thursday, October 1 at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Craig Donnelly officiating. Interment in Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. In memory of Dorothy please consider donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. For online condolences please visit www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.
WILSON, Doris
Passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at Lakeridge Health in Port Perry. Doris Wilson best friend and dearly beloved wife of Ian Wilson of Port Perry. Doris will be sadly missed by her dear sister Jeanette Watson, brother Alan Walker, Mum (in-law) Jessie Wilson, sister-in-law Christine McGeachin, brother-in-law Gordon McGeachin, niece Susan, nephew Douglas and by all of her family and friends in Canada, Scotland, England, and the U.S.A. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Doris was held at the St. Johns Presbyterian Church, 319 Queen Street, Port Perry on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers and if desired memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Port Perry Hospital Foundation were appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to LOW AND LOW FUNERAL HOME, Port Perry. (905) 985-7331.
BEERE, Florence Lucy Doreen (nee Wilson)
Born in Uxbridge to Clarence & Claire Wilson on July 21, 1927. She was one of four children. She spent most of her youth in the Niagara Region where she met William Beere in1943 and became a young bride. They moved to St. Catharines where their four children were born, three sons, Larry William, Carl Douglas, Dennis Wayne and one daughter Anna Darlene. In 1965 the family moved to the Toronto area where she raised her children. She was also privileged to live for two years in South Africa with her daughter and son-in-law. Eventually she spent the last years of her life in Bowmanville. Doreen had many struggles in her life as well as joy, and in all things looked to the Lord as her guide. She worked hard to raise her children and instill within them faith in God. Through all her struggles and illnesses, her personal faith in her Saviour Jesus Christ was always in evidence. In the end she declared that she was ready to go and be with her Lord. She breathed her last in Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Friday, September 25, 2009 with her daughter Darlene by her side. Her passing from this life to her eternal home was peaceful. Doreen was predeceased by her husband Bill, her son Doug and daughter-in-law Ruth. She is survived by her son Larry & wife Paula, son Dennis & wife Gail, daughter Darlene & husband Eric and her grandchildren Debbie, Dale, Brian, Carlene, Wendy, David, Lynette & Martin and eleven great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 29th, 2009 from 7-9 pm at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 at 1 pm. Interment St. George's Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Bibles for Missions.
BLUNDELL, Beverley
Passed away at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, on Friday, September 25, 2009. Bev Blundell, loving mother of Bill and his wife, Patti Blundell and Bruce and his wife, Rhonda Blundell. Dear grandmother of Brady, Shannon, Tanner and Lauren. Bev will be sadly missed by all of her family and many friends. Family and friends called at the LOW AND LOW FUNERAL HOME, 23 Main Street, South, Uxbridge, (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, September 27, 2009 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A funeral service was held in the chapel on Monday, September 28, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
CLAUS, Leslie Gordon (Les)
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our brother Les Claus. Les is predeceased by his father Vernon and survived by his mom Joan, brothers Doug and Glenn and his sisters June and Margaret. He will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews and his great nephew. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, October 2nd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. A Traditional Mohawk Cremation Ceremony for immediate family will be held later at the Tyendinega Territory in Deseronto. In lieu of flowers, donations to a Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
