Emilia Zuraw
On Thursday, February 23, 2006, at St. Joseph's Health Centre, in her 80th year. Loving wife of the late Leon. Beloved mother of Roger Zbigniew, Teresa Cromb and Don Deschambault, Ted Tadeusz and Chit Cabbuag and Casimira Karen Wierzbicki and her husband Mike. Dear grandmother of Michael. Also survived by her loving brothers Stanislaw in Poland, Marian in Toronto and their families. Family and friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705), on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass Tuesday at 1 p.m.at St. Teresa's Catholic Church (Tenth St.). Interment Sanctuary Park cemetery. If desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated. Eli Clarke Jr.
Eli Clarke Jr.
Peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2006 at the age of 62. Beloved husband of Frances. Adored by his daughters Veronica (Scott), Kelley and son Kevin. Brother to Gerald, Lucy, Margaret, Marie and the late Matilda. Eli was a long time employee of Source Medical for 39 years and a devoted Montreal Canadians Fan. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Wednesday from 7 to 9pm and Thursday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday at 11am. Cremation. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or The Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
Donna Balaura
passed away peacefully on February 26, 2006 at the age of 92. Predeceased by her beloved husband Harry and son Peter. Loving mother to Alex and his wife Alexandra. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Marianne (Kiarash), Andy, Nadia (Paul), Terry (Sharla), Adrian (Laura) and great grandchildren Basil and Luke. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (Panakhyda Sunday at 7:30 p.m.) The Orthodox Rite of Funeral will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. from St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Interment Springcreek cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Agnes Bernier
passed away peacefully at Trillium Health Centre-Mississauga on March 7, 2006 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of Ken for 55 years. Loving mother of Brenda (Jack Salley), Joanne Hutchcraft (the Late Terry), Cynthia (Larry Stevens), Keith Bernier (June), Beverley (Randy Mulder) and Cathy Bernier. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Vincent (Jasmine), Christopher (Tanya), Bradley (Michelle), Tara (Kevin), Danielle (David), Adam, Stephanie, Brooks, Dillon, Mitchell, Robert, Michael, Alan and great grandchildren Tyriek, Devonte, Lucas, Ethan, Brianne, Riley, Bradley, Faith and Destiny. A special thank you to all the staff at the Trillium Health Centre for their care. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Ridley Funeral Home, 416-259-3705.
Dore (Ted) Kushar
On, March 7, 2006, Mr. Dore (Ted) Kushar of Oakville in his 91st year. Ted s faith in God and love for his family guided him and gave him strength. Cherished and devoted husband of Mara. Loving father of John of Oakville and Dorce of Slovenia. He will be greatly missed by his grandsons Andre of Oakville, Bostjan, Mateja and Petra of Slovenia and his great grandchild Nika of Slovenia. Ted will be lovingly remembered by all his family and friends here in Oakville and in Slovenia. Ted was born and raised in Ljubljana, Slovenia. He participated in the 1936 Olympics and was and avid mountain climber and skier in his beloved Slovenia. Ted and Mara moved to Canada in 1952 where he perfected his love of book-binding as a career. Ted made some lifetime friends in Collingwood where he continued to ski. He was blessed with a wonderful voice and sang in the choir at Marije Pomagaj (Our Lady Help of Christians) Church in Toronto. We will miss you terribly, but remember you are always in our hearts for the unique person you were. We love you. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Friday, March 10, 2006 from 2 to 4pm & 7 to 9pm. Funeral Mass 11 am Saturday, March 11, 2006 at Marije Pamagaj (Our Lady Help of Christians) Church, 611 Manning Ave., Toronto. Reception to follow Funeral Mass. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy, donations towards the construction of the Home of St. Anthony Pastoral Centre in Slovenia in memory of Dore (Ted) Kushar can be made by sending a cheque payable to ANTONOV DOM c/o of Krek Slovenian Credit Union Ltd., 747 Browns Line, Toronto, ON, M8W 3V7. Thank you.
Sean Paul Miller
passed away peacefully at home in his sleep with his mother by his side on March 12, at the age of 35. Loving son of Pat Miller and Domonic Miller. He will be sadly missed by his sister Tracy and her husband Chris, nieces Alycia and Clairissa, the family dog Sasha and extended family and friends. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday at 12 noon. Interment Mt. Hope cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Peter Hawrylychyn
passed away peacefully at Humber River Regional Hospital-Finch on March 12, 2006 at the age of 82. Loving father of Olga and her husband Peter Zurawel. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Kathryn and Laura (Adrian). A special thank you to the staff of the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre and Dr. Szule, the nursing staff and doctors at Humber River Regional Hospital. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Panachyda Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. from Christ the Good Shepherd Parish at St. Michael s Ukrainian Catholic Church (182 Sixth St., Etobicoke). If desired, donations may be made to the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre.
Miro Rak
Peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2006 at Markham-Stouffville Hospital, Miro, beloved husband of Tilka. Dear loving father of Carol Rak (Michael) and Peter Rak (Irene). Dear grandfather of Mitchell, Nicole, Madeleine, Emma, Tess and Anna. Sadly missed by his sister Ani Zumer (late Frank) and his brothers Vincent (Ani) and Max (Meta). Predeceased by his brother Ivan (Tinka). Also sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Thursday from 2 to 5 & 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dom Lipa (Linden Foundation) would be appreciated by the family.
John Scott Young
passed away peacefully at Trillium Health Centre-Mississauga, on March 15, 2006, in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Joy. Loving father of Scott and his wife Helen and Doug. He will be sadly missed by his grandson Noah. Survived by his sisters Marjory MacDonald, Pictou, N.S.; Rita (Jack), Guilfoyle, Halifax, N.S.; Patricia (Ted) Johnson, Surrey, B.C; Nancy (Carmen) Fader, Halifax, N.S.; Lilla (Alan) Tanner, Halifax, N.S.; and brothers James (Donna) Young, Pictou, N.S.; and Bertram (Lugene) Young, Truro, N.S. Predeceased by brother Alexander (Sandy) Young, and parents Albert and Una (Murray) Young. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment at a later date at Dalrymple United Church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Trillium Health Centre-Cancer Oncology Unit, www.trilliumhealthcentre.org.
Clarice (nee Drechsler) Barker
Peacefully on Saturday, March 18, 2006 at Highbourne Longterm Lifecare Centre in her 92nd year. Predeceased by her husband Jack. Loving mother of Tim and his wife Sonya. Grandma to Craig, Pamela, Kelly-Ann, and proud great-grandma to twins Carson and Claire. Clarice will be missed by all her family and friends. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Monday from 6 to 9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at 2 pm. Cremation.
Annie Smith (nee Ross)
Annie passed away on March 19th, 2006 after a long battle with cancer, wife of the late Peter Smith will be dearly missed by her children George, Peter, Robert, Margaret, Mary, Michael and her 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Annie is survived by her sisters Sophia and Margaret. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Service in the chapel at 1 p.m. Interment Pine Hills cemetery.
Jozef Herz
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Jozef Herz suddenly on March 16, 2006. Loving husband of Kvetuse Kafka, dear father of Andrea Herz and stepfather to Iva Kirby and Michelle Binswanger, son of Frantisek and Alzbeta Herz, brother to Fero and Milos Herz and uncle to their children. Friends and family may pay their respects at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Thursday March 23, 2006 from 6 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 7 p.m. in the Chapel. Cremation. Reception to follow at The Musket located on 40 Advance Rd, Etobicoke.
Karolina Borkowski (Bork)
In her 81st year after fighting a courageous battle, her physical heart weakened, but her spiritual heart strengthened on Thursday, March 23, 2006. She was visited by many family and friends in the CCU at Trillium Health Centre Mississauga. Born in Poland on October 30, 1925. Karolina was brought to Canada with 100 young women sponsored by Federal minister Dion. She met her husband Kazimerz at the Polish Social Club and they were married for 50 lovely and lively years. She was a family person, and sponsored her family to Canada to develop hope for future family generations. She led an active life in business and community; she was especially proud of Brantford Rental, which she ran for 25 years, until she retired at the age of 75. She also enjoyed outdoor life and was proud that she climbed Gros Morne Mountain in Newfoundland at age 65. Karolina loved cats and dogs and was a supporter of the SPCA in Brantford. Predeceased by her husband Kazimierz. She is survived by her daughter Irene, son Richard and grandsons David and Ryan. Special thanks to the Doctors and Nurses of the CCU at Trillium Health Centre Mississauga. Thank you to family and friends which were pillars of strength and loved Karolina. She will be deeply missed and will always be our Queen. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home (3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. between Islington and Kipling Aves., 416-259-3705) on Sunday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm and Monday from 7 to 9 pm. Prayers Monday at 8:30 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church (4260 Cawthra Road) on Tuesday, March 28, 2006 at 10:00 am. Interment Park Lawn cemetery. The family would appreciate having donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, CCU at Trillium Health Centre or trees planted in memory of Karolina. Tree planting or condolences may be arranged at www.RidleyFuneralHome.com.
John Colley
(Retired Captain Etobicoke and New Toronto Fire Department, W.W. II R.A.F. Veteran) At Lakeshore Lodge on Monday, March 27, 2006 John Colley, dearly beloved husband of Margaret and loving father of Stephen and his wife Elizabeth and Bob and his wife Sue. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Brett, Deanna, Ryan, Tricia, Cole, Drew, Erin and Travis and by his great-grandchildren Brayden, Hunter, Evan and Kaelin. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service complete in the Chapel on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Messages of Condolence may be made at www.RidleyFuneralHome.com.
Grace Helen Genova (nee Migilore)
Surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 28, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Vito Anthony. Missed dearly by daughter Catherine and her husband Carey Lee and son Victor Joseph and his wife Anna. Loving grandmother to Michael Anthony his wife Lori Ann, Marcia Grace Lee, and Victor Anthony, Michael Vincent Genova and great-grandmother to Sebastian Xavier Lee. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Wednesday from 7 to 9 pm and Thursday from 7 to 9 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 31, 2006 at St. Teresa s Catholic Church at 10 am. Interment Mt. Peace cemetery.
