Date of Death: February 4th 2003
SOWINSKI - A man of wisdom and hope has joined our Lord at the card playing table on Tuesday, February 4, 2003 at Sarnia General Hospital. JOSEPH A. SOWINSKI, of Sarnia born 82 years ago on November 19, 1920 in Brethor County (near New Liskeard) Ontario. Devoted husband (58 years) of Jenny (Ptasnick). Exemplary father of Walter and his wife Sandi, Kitchener, Dennis & wife Mary Ann, Dean & friend Barb, Cathy Tomkins & husband Ray and Johanne Fillion & husband Laurie, all of Sarnia. Loving grandfather of Lisa & Kevin Dochstader, Christopher ( Rosemarie) & Randy Tomkins, Jason & Michelle Sowinski, Sandra Heim, Maureen Padden, Jennifer, Cheryl, John- Paul and Amanda Fillion, Kendra, Trevor, Katelyn and Joel Sowinski. Great grandfather of Kingsley, Sydney, Keirsten, Jennifer and Samantha. Great-great grandfather of Kayin and Lenaya. Brother of Anastasia Gorecki, Helen Chynces, Agatha (Guy) Gosselin, Kay (Ken) Jackson, Paul (Florence) Sowinski, Sarnia, Theresa Sarcevich, Ottawa and Peter (Peggy) Sowinski, New Liskeard. Predeceased by his precious daughter Christina Dochstader (1986) and his parents Brunoslaw and Anna (Smaglinski). Mr. Sowinski proudly served his country during WWII with the Highland Light Infantry. He was a loyal retiree of Lambton College as a 4th Class Engineer. He was a dedicated volunteer of St. Vincent de Paul (Past President), previous member of the Legion of Mary, church usher and a member 3rd Degree, Knights of Columbus (Council 11164). Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Sarnia, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Thursday where prayers will be offered at 8:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. Friday at St. Benedict's Church (Oak & Lansdowne). Interment Our Lady of Mercy cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation, 774 London Rd, N7T 4Y1.
Gignac, Yvette Elodie
Date of Death: January 14th 2003
GIGNAC On Tuesday, January 14, 2003, after a lengthy illness. YVETTE ELODIE (CLOUTIER) GIGNAC, age 87 passed away peacefully at St. Joseph s Hospital 4th C.C. Yvette Gignac was the beloved wife of the late Eugene Paul Gignac (1988). She is survived by Rita and Tony Straatman, Helen and Robert LaCroix, Laura and Kinaar Rutherford, Donald Gignac, Gilbert and Beverly Gignac (Ajax), and Irene and Herb Sponer (Toronto). Yvette is survived by 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, Dr. Lynn Straatman and husband Dr. Stephane Flibotte, (Vancouver), Paul Straatman (Toronto), Mark and Sara Straatman (London), Cheryl Straatman, Keith LaCroix and fiancee Rhonda Gillesby, Craig LaCroix, Lori Gignac, Michelle Gignac, Andrea Gignac, Amanda Rutherford (London), Lance Rutherford, Chantell Gignac (Ajax), Allison Gignac (Ajax) and Adam Gignac (Ajax). Yvette has 1 surviving sister Regina Menard (Clericy, Quebec). Two brothers Leo and John Cloutier predeceased Yvette. Yvette was a member of the Catholic Women s League. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Sarnia, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where prayers will be offered at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. Friday at St. Peter s Church with Fr. Zbigniew Sawicki, celebrant. Cremation to follow. Interment Our Lady of Mercy cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Osteoporosis Society of Canada, 33 Laird Drive, Toronto, ON, M4G 3S9.
Jaremek, Jan
Date of Death: January 30th 2003
JAREMEK - At St. Joseph's Health Centre, on January 30, 2003, JAN JAREMEK, age 83, of Sarnia. Beloved husband of Feliksa (Matej). Dear father of George and wife Evelyn, Irene, Stan, John, Henry and his wife Renee. Loving grandfather of Amanda, Cyrus, Dezriee, and Jazzmine. Dear brother of Regina Knapiak, Lonia Biala, Leokadia Jakubowska of Poland. Predeceased by his parents, Stanley & Helena, sister Helena Ciesielska and brothers Tadeusz and Frank Jaremek. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Sarnia 7-9 p.m. Friday where prayers will be offered at 7:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Queen of Peace Church 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2003. Interment Lakeview cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to Continuing Care at St. Joseph's Hospital, 89 Norman St., Sarnia, N7T 6S3.
Lukasiewicz, Margard
Date of Death: January 30th 2003
LUKASIEWICZ - Peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2003 at LHG- St. Joseph's Palliative Care, MARGARD (BINKLE) LUKASIEWICZ of Sarnia, joined her husband in eternal rest. Predeceased by husband Michael (2002) & daughter-in-law Patricia (Luther) Lukasiewicz. Loving mother of Ellen & Franz Brunath (Florida), Michael Lukasiewicz (Sarnia), and Gerry & Donna Lukasiewicz (London). Cherished Oma, she also leaves behind grandchildren & great grandchildren, Rudy Brunath (Florida), Franz-Erich & Heather Brunath (Florida), Jeff, Kyle & Karli Lukasiewicz (Sarnia), Jennifer Lukasiewicz (Sarnia), Arthur, Erin & Teegan Lukasiewicz (Sarnia), Theresa Lukasiewicz, Scott & Joshua Patterson (Sarnia). Predeceased by her parents, Albert & Klara Binkle. Thank you to the nurses of Palliative Care and Dr. Yoshida. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2003 at Resurrection cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, friends who wish may send donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 118 N. Victoria St., Sarnia, On. N7T 5W9 Arrangements entrusted to the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (519)344-3131.
McIntyre, Wilfred I.
Date of Death: January 30th 2003
McINTYRE - At home, with his family at his side on Thursday, January 30, 2003, WILFRED I. McINTYRE age 72, of Sarnia. Born in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Loving husband of Jean (McLean) McIntyre. Dear father of Jean Marie Riberdy and her husband Rick, Windsor, Anne McIntyre Lacroix and her husband Gabe, Sarnia, and Wilfred Thomas McIntyre, Sarnia. Cherished papa of Brian and Branden Riberdy, Sheena, Jordan, and Brittany Lacroix, and Jessica McIntyre. Brother of Jessie McIntyre, Mary Burchell, Hughie McIntyre and Joseph McIntyre. Also survived by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Buddy, Johnny, Normie and James, sisters Catherine and Gertrude and parents Angus and Catherine (McIssac) McIntyre. Wilfred worked at Prestolite for over 23 years and with the Sarnia Separate School Board for over 15 years. The memories of Wilf playing his guitar and singing country music will forever be cherished by his family and friends. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 N. Christina St., Sarnia on Sunday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where prayers will be offered at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph's Church on Monday, February 3, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. Interment Our Lady of Mercy cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society, 110 Water St., Sarnia N7T 5T3 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 118 N. Victoria St., Sarnia N7T 5W9.
Mugford, Hannah Mae
Date of Death: January 3rd 2003
MUGFORD - At Lambton Hospitals Group, Norman St. Home on January 3, 2003, HANNAH MAE (SNOW) MUGFORD, age 73 of Sarnia. Beloved wife of the late Dougal Stuart Mugford. Dear mother of Dougal and his wife Rita, Barrie and Lance and his wife Danielle, Sarnia. Loving grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of eight. Sister of Ralph and Jeannie Snow, Florida, George and Sharon Snow, Bill and Glenda Snow and Elroy Snow, all of Toronto and Yvonne Yacynuk and husband Ted. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 N. Christina St., Sarnia Wednesday 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held Thursday January 9th, 2003 at 1 p.m. with Capt. Darryl Jackson of the Salvation Army officiating. Interment Lakeview cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Assoc., 388 Dundas St., London, N6B 1V7 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 118 Victoria St., N., Sarnia N7T 5W9.
Owens, William Gordon
Date of Death: January 22nd 2003
OWENS - Suddenly, on January 22, 2003 WILLIAM GORDON 'BILL' OWENS, age 63 of Wilkesport. Loving husband of Kathleen (Goldring) for 36 years. Cherished father of Gordon, Aurora and Ken, Hamilton. Brother of Lloyd Owens and his wife Ruth, Wheatley, and Betty and her husband Les Begarnie, Sarnia. Brother-in-law of Betty and Eric Manning, Victoria, B.C.. Predeceased by parents Gordon and Elsie Owens. Also survived by many aunts, cousins, and nieces, nephews and one uncle. Bill was an active member of Central United Church and was a retiree of Ethyl Corporation with over 30 years service. After retirement, Bill enjoyed running a farm that included horses, lamas, and many other animals. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Sarnia Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Bill's life will be held Friday January 24th 2003 at 1:30 p.m. at Central United Church (Brock and George Sts., Sarnia). Interment Lakeview cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Diabetes Association or the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society or the Central United Church Fund.
Placzek, Anthony Walentin
Date of Death: January 24th 2003
PLACZEK - At Victoria Manor Retirement Home, Watford on Friday, January 24, 2003 ANTHONY WALENTIN PLACZEK, age 94. Beloved husband of the late Agatha (Quilty) Placzek (1993). Dear father of Pat Meraw, Gayle Lortie and Daniel Placzek and friend Anne Hart, Sarnia and Dr. James Anthony Placzek and wife Tip, Vancouver. Loving grandfather of 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by sisters Cecilia Sobie, Annie Sandiffer, Maggie Zwiernik and an infant brother. Visitation at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 431 N. Christina St., Tuesday from 9 - 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Corunna. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to Cystic Fibrosis, c/o 203 Oslo Cres., Sarnia N7S 5J3.
