GRAINE, John Ernest
Peacefully at Hillsdale Terraces on Tuesday, February 27th, 2006 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Loving father of Laura (Walter) Malarczuk of Brechin and Josephine (Adrian) Vanhemmen of Oshawa. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Todd (Kathleen) Malarczuk, Natalie Malarczuk; David (Peggy) Vanhemmen and Jackie (Shawn) Smith; and his great-grandchildren Sayde and Dante Smith; Misty Jo and Tyler McLean; Molly and Katie Malarczuk. John was predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Luella and his stepmother Florence, his 3 brothers, Barney, Clinton and Kenneth and his 2 sisters Margaret and Gladys. He is survived by his sisters-in-law; Joan, Margaret and Mary. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Friday, March 2nd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. GERTRUDE'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 690 King St. E., Oshawa on Saturday, March 3rd at 10:00 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to the YMCA Children's Camp Fund or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
McLAUGHLIN, John D.
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa on February 26th, 2007 at the age of 72. Beloved father of Sonja (Stephen), Gerald (Pam) and Martha (Stephen). Loving grandfather (Popop) to Ross, John, Glen, Alexis and Serena. Dear brother of Gale, Grand Manan, N.B. Cousin of Sally Foster, Friendship, Maine and Elaine Maker, Grand Manan. John will be missed by his special friend Carmel Lauzon. He is also survived by his ex-wife Myrna McLaughlin. John suffered a stroke in 2005 which weakened his body but not his mind, nor his resolve to live. Born August 10, 1934 on Grand Manan Island, N.B., he was the son of Gerald and Doris (Wilcox) McLaughlin. John graduated from Dalhousie University (B.Comm.) and moved to Oshawa in 1955. He worked in the accounting department of General Motors for 5 years and then completed a LLB at Queen's in 1963. He was most recently employed at Millwork Home Building Centre, Pickering. He served his community well as both City Councillor and Durham Regional Councillor for ten years. John was on the Oshawa Board of Control and served on many committees including Parks and Property, Planning and Development and Public Works. A member of the Board of Governors of Durham College, he also sat on the Boards of the Oshawa Senior Citizen's Centre, the Oshawa Public Library and the Oshawa Historical Society. He was a founding member of the board which established Cheshire Home for the disabled. He was a former member of the Kiwanis Club of Oshawa and was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Oshawa. John was an athlete and avid sports fan. At Dalhousie University he was the leading scorer and Captain of the men's basketball team. Passions were golf and baseball, especially his beloved Boston Red Sox. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West, Oshawa, Ontario (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, March 1st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, March 2nd at 11:00 a.m. Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
McQUAY, Lois (nee Kidd)
Peacefully following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family, at Lakeridge Health-Whitby on Tuesday, February 27th, 2007, in her 80th year. Beloved wife of Donald W. McQuay. Loving mother of Robin Chance and her husband Patrick and Kim McQuay and his wife Muna. Devoted Grandmother of Lauren, Evan, Liam, and Praccho. Dear sister of Audrey Hanna of Calgary, Wayne Kidd of London, and the late Donald Kidd of Whitby. Daughter of the late Stanley and Aleen Kidd of Markdale. Stepdaughter of the late John Kidd of Caledon. Remembered by the many friends and relatives who brought her great joy. The family expresses its heartfelt thanks to the medical professionals who extended extraordinary care and support to Lois during her illness: Dr. Francis Kwan, Dr. Kenneth Woolfson, Dr. Rafal Wierzbicki, Dr. Nicole Devost and colleagues at Lakeridge Health- Oshawa, and Ms. Michelle Acorn and colleagues at Lakeridge Health- Whitby. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for memorial visitation on Monday, March 5th from 7 - 9 P.M., with a private family memorial service to follow. Donations to Lakeridge Health-Oshawa New Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
STONE, Richard
(Retired from G.M. after 26 years)
Suddenly passed away on Monday, February 26, 2007 at Marnwood Life Care Centre (Bowmanville) in his 56th year. Beloved husband of Katherine for 37 years. Devoted and loving father of Crystal ( Fred), Charlene (Mark) and Carrie (Rob). Proud and cherished 'Poppy' of Ken, Madison and Kacie, Torianna, Dakota and Cassidy, Darcy and much anticipated new baby granddaughter. Richard will be sadly missed by his father, 7 brothers and sisters and families. A private memorial service will be held at MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE (905)665-0600 at a later date. If so desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated,
TREMBLE, Robert Charles
Family and friends mourn the passing of Robert C. Tremble, but celebrate his triumphant entrance into the presence of his Lord and Saviour on Monday, February 26th, 2007 just in time for his 81st birthday. Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee Smith). Loving father of R.J.M. (Bob) Tremble and his wife Janet, Shirley Unrau (nee Tremble) and her husband John, Stephen Tremble and Rebecca Schneider (nee Tremble). Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Jennifer, Stephanie, Patricia, Heidi, Nicole, Megan and Jayden. Dear brother of Edgar Tremble (deceased) Blanche Valentine, Dorothy Whiting, John Tremble and Tom Tremble. Resting at COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway # 2, Courtice L1E 2R7 (905-432-8484) with funeral service at Carriage Country Baptist Church (4840 Trulls Rd. Hampton), on Monday, March 5th, 2007 at 12 noon. The family of Robert will receive friends at the Courtice Funeral Chapel on Sunday, March 4th from 2 - 4 p.m. Interment at Thornton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Bernice Gerrard Ministries would be appreciated.
"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings as eagles; They shall run, and not be weary; And they shall walk, and not faint." - Isaiah 40:31
WEYRICH, Stanley James
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday, February 26, 2007 in his 71st. year. Stanley, beloved husband of Ruth Robinson. Loved father of Debbie and her husband Stephen Cody and Tim and his wife Janice. Loving grandfather of Sean, Quinton - Nicole. Dear brother of Marie Hardy. Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Friday, March 2, 2007 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral service complete in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at 2 p.m. Spring interment at Orono Cemetery. Donations to Canadian Spinal Research Organization, Memorial Hospital Foundation, Bowmanville or the Gideon Bibles would be gratefully appreciated.
WROBEL, Sandra
At Toronto General Hospital on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at the age of 42. Sandra Wrobel, beloved wife of Martin. Loving mother of Kristy, Matt and the late Johnathon. Daughter of Denton and Pat Grant. Dear sister of Dawn (Ron) and Kelly (Rob). Loving daughter-in-law of Irma Wrobel. Sandra will be greatly missed by her family, relatives and friends, especially by the West Rouge Blues soccer club. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, 905-432- 8484 with Mass of Christian Burial in St. Therese Roman Catholic Church, 3800 Courtice Rd. N., Courtice on Tuesday, March 6 at 1 p.m. The family of Sandra will receive friends at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers Memorial Donations to the Trillium Gift of Life Network would be appreciated.
BUNTING, William Richard "Bill"
Peacefully, with his family by his side at Ajax Pickering Hospital on Sunday, February 25, 2007 in his 83rd year. Bill, beloved husband of the late Mary (Walsh). Loving father of Fred and Marlene Bunting of Toronto, Suzanne Ryder of Vancouver, Richard and Gina Bunting of Ennismore, Catherine and Paul Staples of Peterborough, Bob and Teresa Bunting of Pickering, Brenda and James Walton of London. Dear grandfather of Kate, Patrick, Allison, Aja, Caylie, Jonathan, Sarah, Christopher and Madison. Loved brother of the late Jack Bunting. Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division Street, Bowmanville on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 from 2 - 4 - 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass at ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHURCH, Newcastle, on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 2 p.m. Spring interment Orono Cemetery.
EWERT, Edwin L., M.D.C.M. "Doc"
(Captain in the Medical Corps during WWII; Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 788; Life Member of the Bowmanville Lions Club, Charter Member of Rosthern, Sask. Lions Club and Melvin Jones recipient.)
Peacefully after a lengthy illness at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday, February 25, in his 90th year. He started his career as an army doctor overseas, came back to serve as a country doctor in Rosthern, Sask., was the former Chief of Staff at Bowmanville Memorial Hospital, and retired as a family physician in private practice. He was always very proud of the number of babies he brought into the world; loved golf, curling, bridge, traveling, and most of all his family. Ed is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ethna. Dear father of Leslie, Charles and his wife Kathy, Andrea McKay and her husband Harry, and Margaret "Mugs." Sadly missed by grandchildren Robyn and her husband Earl Vickers, Jennyn, Cameron, Andrew, and great-grandchildren Krystyn, Ben, and Abbey. Survived by brothers Orin and Melvin, and predeceased by 12 other brothers and sisters. Ed's family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Hoy and all of the caring staff at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, as well as to the staff and his many friends at Compassion House. Following cremation, friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Thursday, March 1, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Friday, March 2, at 1:00 p.m., followed by a luncheon in the reception room. Donations in Ed's memory to Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation or Community Care would be greatly appreciated.
McCULLOUGH, Norah
Passed away in her 88th year, on Sunday, February 25, 2007, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Harold McCullough (deceased 1990). Mother of Hal McCullough (Stasia), Peggy Copps (Al), and Jim McCullough (Kathy). Grandmother to Scott (Sheri), Tracy, Jacquie, Laura (Tony), Alec (Melissa), Maureen, and Jimmy. Great- grandmother of Anthony, Nicholas, Rebecca, Kaitlin, Shannon, and Olivia. Predeceased by her brothers George, Frank and Gordon, and her sister Marg. The Family of Norah McCullough will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905- 985-2171) on Thursday, March 1st from 10-11 a.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Reverend Dr. John Sullivan officiating. A reception will follow the service. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
