BULDYKE, Anna
(August 17, 1920 to January 3, 2007)
Daughter of Mary and Michael Sytnyk. Sister of William, Jessica, Mary, and Victoria. Anna is predeceased by siblings Pearl, Helen and Alexander. Mother of Deanna and Barbara. Deanna married Jack Wiley; they have two sons Ryan and Matthew (wife Kirstin). Barbara married John Humphreys; they have three daughters, Nancy (husband Ian Henderson), Kathryn and Beth (husband David Ratcliffe). Great-Grandmother of Maggie and Cate Ratcliffe; Adam and Elinor Henderson. Anna was born and raised in Oshawa and was co-owner of DePaul Fashions Ltd. for over 30 years. Once an avid bowler, curler and golfer -- and always a loyal fan of the Oshawa Generals and the Toronto Maple Leafs -- Anna will be remembered by friends and family for her independent spirit, her joyous sense of humour and the generous love that enveloped us all. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721- 1234) for visitation on Sunday, January 7th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, January 8th at 11:00 A.M. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
JOHNSON, Reg
Retired auctioneer, went quietly to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2007 at Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry. Reg Johnson, in his 87th year, was the beloved husband for nearly 62 years of Marion Gorrell of Sunderland. Dear father of Dr. Larry Johnson (Donna) of Peterborough and Lynne Marie of Sunderland. Loving grandfather of Dr. Darrell Johnson (Lorie) of Corryton, Tennessee, Darlene Martin (Ben) and Deanne Johnson of Lynchburg, Virginia and great-grandfather of Madison and Mya Martin and Emmaline Johnson. Predeceased by brother Walter and sisters Marion, Reta and Lila. A celebration of Reg Johnson's life will be held on Saturday, January 6th, 2007 at 2:00 pm from Sunderland United Church. Dr. Larry Johnson officiating. Interment Sunderland Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to Family Life Services (Liberty Godparent Foundation), Lynchburg, Virginia or Mill Stream Bible Retreat Centre (formerly Crusaders Bible Camp), Reaboro, On.
MATHEWS, Allen J.
Passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by loving family on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2007 at the age of 68. Al, beloved husband of Lorraine. Dear father of Steve (Anne) Sawyers, Ralph (Heather) Watts, Mark (Sue Febbo) Mathews, Vicki (Mike Phillips) Skinner and Glenn (Bonnie) Mathews. Cherished Grandfather of Darren Sawyers, Tyler Sawyers, Stevi Dawn Skinner, Sam Watts, Kirk Skinner, Trent Watts, Holly Mathews and Graham Mathews. Will be missed by brothers William (Diane) Mathews and Jim (Mona) Mathews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Monday, January 8th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, January 9th at 11:00 A.M. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
POTTS, John Charles (Jack)
Age 93 years.
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Gladys (nee Martin). Dear father of Lynda Clarke, Tom & Rena Potts, Delbert & Susan Potts, Mary & James Spry and William & Kim Potts. He will be sadly missed by his 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Ron & Barbara Potts. Visitation will take place at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street N. Bowmanville on Friday, January 5th, 2007 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, January 6th, 2007 at 3 pm. Interment Bethesda Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Enniskillen United Church or the Bowmanville Hospital.
SANDERSON, Mary Jane
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Jane Sanderson on December 3rd, 2006 in Destin, Florida. Born in London, Ontario on July 21st, 1938. Predeceased by her parents Gladys and Jack Sanderson. She enjoyed a successful career for many years teaching in the Public Elementary Schools in Oshawa. She will be missed by many friends and colleagues. A gathering to celebrate Mary Jane's life will be held in the Heritage Room at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) on Saturday, January 13th from 2 - 4 P.M. Memorial donations to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
CORNISH, Heather Lorraine (Harding)
Passed away at home on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 aged 36 years. Beloved wife of Robert "Bob". Devoted and caring mother of Paige and Amy. Cherished only child of Patricia and Gary Harding of Whitby. Daughter-in-law of Marie & the late Jim Cornish of Oshawa. Granddaughter of the late Dorothy and Joseph Harding and the late Violet and William Donohue. Sister-in-law of Ann Cornish-Tkalec of Ajax, Lynn (Mike) Gazzola of Kitchener, John (April) of Oshawa. Lifelong best friend of Lorna Grabko (nee Thompson) of Courtice who cared for her during her long illness. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. Heather spent several years at the CIBC and has many friends and clients who will remember her. A special thank you to friend Kim Lemesurier, nurse Sharry Steeves, and the Oncology Department at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their care, support and compassion. Family will receive friends at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Thursday, January 4th from 6 - 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home Chapel on Friday, January 5th at 1 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
KING, Dorothy
Passed away at home on January 2, 2007. Loving wife of James (Jimmy) Sanderson. Dear mother of Mark. Fondly remembered by her sister Trudi and her husband Douglas, sister Ruby, sister of the late Jeanne and nephews Brock and Paul. Arrangements entrusted to W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, (110 Dundas Street East, Whitby 905-668- 3410). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 11:00am at St. Marks United Church (201 Centre Street South, Whitby). Cremation. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Charity of choice.
MARSH, Robert H.B. (Bob)
Quietly on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at the age of 63 years with his wife Susan at his side at Bendale Acres Long Term Care Facility. Bob, beloved husband of Susan for 37 years. Loving father of Victoria Jean Silver of Lewiston, Maine. Lovingly remembered by his sister Diana L. Marsh of Victoria, BC. and his mother-in-law Norma D. Scrivener of Thornhill, ON. Retired from Bell Canada after 30 years of service. For 13 years served with the Town of Newcastle Fire Department at Station Four Courtice. Visitation on Thursday, January 4 from 7 - 9 P.M. at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway # 2, Courtice (905-432- 8484) and one hour prior to the service at Trulls Road Free Methodist Church, 2301 Trulls Rd. S, Courtice (905-436-2300) on Friday, January 5 at 1:00 P.M. Interment at Bowmanville Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers to Trulls Road Free Methodist Church would be appreciated. A heartfelt thank you to the BRU staff at Bendale Acres for their care and compassion.
VAIL, Bernice Anne
Peacefully at home with her family by her side, on Tuesday, January 2, 2007, in her 62nd year. Beloved wife of Wayne Vail for 43 years. Cherished mother of Kim and her husband Steve Dryden and Tammy and her husband Wendell Thorndyke. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Tiffanie Thorndyke, Bryce Vail, Liam Dryden and Aaliyah Dryden. Dear sister of Pat and Karen Cronin, Linda and Johnny White Karen and Don Cameron, Ronny and Jean Cronin, Tommy and Doris Cronin, Bunny and Shirley Cronin and Jackie Cronin. At Bernice's request there will be no service. Cremation. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St. E., Oshawa.
YOUNG, Thomas McKay
Died in his 81st year on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at Southlake Regional Hospital in Newmarket. Thomas, loving husband of Doris Joan (Parks), father of Janet, Jennifer, and Joanne, and survived by his grandchildren Katherine, Erin, Adam and Ashlar and his great-grandchildren Mary, Noah, and Luke. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, January 6th at 3 p.m. at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Visitation hours will be Friday, January 5th from 3 - 5 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
CARROLL, Lana Marie
On January 1, 2007, at 50 years of age, Lana Marie Carroll suddenly died at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Lana fought the odds all her life, right from birth. She was a champion who loved animals, especially her cats Ralphina, Rustina, and Frankie. She did all she could to help the disabled in Oshawa and worked for many years with Handi-Transit. More recently she worked for the Ontario Ministry of Finance. Lana was once voted Woman of Distinction in Durham Region. She loved movies, Barbra Streisand, Marlon Brando, Brian Dennehy, and a good steak. She was beautiful, had fun in her eye, and had a joy for the simple things in life. Lana will never be forgotten by her brother Michael Carroll, her twin sister Lynne Kerr, her brother-in-law Bill Moore, her sister Lisa Van Druten, her brother Steven Van Druten, her niece Laurie Kerr, her nephew Jay Costescu and her beloved stepmother Julie Carroll. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433- 4711) on Friday, January 5, 2007, between 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel the same day at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Oshawa Humane Society.
