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GILLIS, Shannon Shane Gillis - SEPTEMBER 8, 1959 – NOVEMBER 8, 2022
On Wednesday, November 3, 2022, Shannon Shane Gillis, loving father of two passed away at the age of 63.
Shannon was born in Winnipeg MB but lived his earliest years on PEI with his grandfather, younger brother and adoring family.
When his mom met Charlie McBurney, they settled in Ontario, where he spent his pre-adult years.
Shannon, ever the adventurer, left Ontario at 18, and moved to Edmonton Alberta where he met Lili, the mother of his two boys, Kyle, and Ryan.
If you knew Shannon, you knew that his boys meant the world to him. He was passionate about coaching them in hockey.
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PARRO, Kathleen (Kay) Rose (nee Parisi) Parro - 1927 – 2022
Passed away at Thorntonview Long Term Care, in Whitby on Friday, November 4, 2022 in her 95th year.
Kay is survived by her children Sharon, Marg, Mickey, Darlene, Sam, Manny, Rebecca and Wayne.
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TERRY, Stephen - Passed away unexpectedly on Friday November 4th, 2022 at the age of 72 years.
Dearly beloved husband, partner and best friend of Sandra. Adored father of Michelle, Brandon (Melissa), step-father of Stuart (Kim) and Jennifer (Chad).
Cherished grandfather to 10 and great-grandfather of one.
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GRAHAM, Alexander Spence - Passed away November 4, 2022, at Hillsdale Estates, Oshawa.
Survived by son, Andrew Graham; and daughter, Elizabeth Endres (husband Ralph).
Remembering his late son, Mark Graham.
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BROOKS, Joane Elizabeth (nee Taylor) – Passed away peacefully just short of her 94th birthday on November 4, 2022 at Chartwell Wynfield LTC Home in Oshawa with all three of her children by her side.
Graduating as an RN from Oshawa General Hospital in 1951, Joane was known as a very sensible, and hard working woman who sacrificed much for the love of her family and was loved so much in return.
A great lady that will be sorely missed!
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HRISTOV, Kosta Hristov - 1952 - 2022
With a very heavy heart, on November 4, 2022 we said goodbye to our beloved husband, father and grandfather, KOSTA HRISTOV.
Kosta leaves behind his loving wife Dafina of 45 years, his daughter Diana (Bozidar) his son Billy and his grandchildren Dimitar and Leah.
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NOBLE, Doreen Elizabeth – Passed away peacefully at Lakeview Manor on Friday November 4, 2022.
Doreen was predeceased by her husband Gordon (2001).
Loving mother of Bob (Corrie) Noble, Karen (2011) George Ranich, and Chris (Arlinda) Noble.
Cherished grandmother of Paul (Shannon), Chantelle (Jeff), Jessica (Larry), Josh (Casey), Greg (Jennifer) Jeremy (Laura), Jeff (Cassey), Austin, Dawson, and Kiera.
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BRIDEN, Richard Andrew Briden - January 12, 1961 - November 2, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Quinte Bay Hospice surrounded with love.
Richard battled for over 3 years against a persistent cancer and is now reunited with his parents Ronald and Marie Briden.
Richard is survived by his four children Aaron, Evan (Justine), Eric, and Melissa.
Richard is also survived by his grandchildren Keelan (Aaron), Olivia and Penelope (Evan).
Richard was a Toronto Metropolitan Police Service officer and later Detective, totaling 28 years of service.
After his retirement, Richard wanted to keep busy and help the community.
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TELESNICKI, Janina (Telesnicki) - February 8, 1946 - November 2, 2022
Passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at Mississauga Hospital, after a lengthy illness.
Beloved wife of William Britt.
Loving sister of Joseph, Helen (Robert), Mary (late Graham), Irene (late Chester) and Valentina.
Janina will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her parents Michael and Olga.
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SMITH, Olive Margaret - It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Olive, in her 89th year, on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa.
Olive (nee Irvine), beloved wife of the late Jeffrey Thomas Smith.
Much loved mother of Debra Karn, Laura Bourgeois, Dianna Savage, Thomas Smith and Robert Smith. Gramma of Sarah (Danny), Kimberly (Daniel), Matthew (Natalie), Eiko (Alex) and Brandon (Shellie).
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HARROP, Susan Louise – Passed away suddenly on Thursday November 3, 2022.
Susan was the cherished wife of Rodney for 41 years.
She was the loving mother of Kelly Harrop (Pat Chambers), and Jamie Harrop (Suzanne Brown).
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VANDERLAAN, Theodore (Ted) Sebastian Vanderlann - MARCH 25, 1955 – NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 1 at the age of 67, surrounded by his family.
He was the beloved husband of Ruth for nearly 40 years.
He was exceptionally proud of his children, Joseph (Laree) and Anna (Luke), who will miss him deeply. He will be lovingly remembered by his brother Rob (Vera) and his many nieces and nephews.
Ted was born in Oshawa, Ontario and learned the value of hard work from an early age from his parents Sebastian and Anna.
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GIBBS, Ellenor ‘Joanne’ - February 6, 1936 - November 1, 2022
Passed away with family by her side on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at Oak Ridges Hospice, at the age of 86.
Beloved wife of Ross for 67 years.
Loving mother of Linda Fruin (Paul) and Susan Battams (Norman Sr.).
Devoted grandmother of Tyler (Leah), Natasha (Yousef), Madison, Dacota, Norman Jr., and Jacob and great-grandmother of Maison and Jayce.
Dear sister of Bill (Lorraine) Watson and sister-in-law of Denton Grant.
Predeceased by her parents Ellen “Helen” & Bill Watson and sister Sylvia “Paddy” Grant.
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MAY, Glenford Earl May - Beloved husband of the late Marilyn Gail May.
Loving father of Laurie May, Larry (Lori) May, and Beaver (Debbie) May.
Dear grandpa of Jennifer, Tyson, Joshua, Krystal, Kelsey and great grandfather to Abigail, Matthew, Jett and Mila Mae.
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LACHANCE, Joe - Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at the age of 48.
Best friend and significant other of Lynn Clarke.
Proud and cherished father of Nikole and Joey LaChance.
Survived by his father and step mother Richard and Irene LaChance and his mother in law Caroline Clarke.
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SALVARINIS, Alexandra Salvarinis - 1940 - 2022
Alexandra was born in Pozdivistcha, a small town in northern Greece.
She left home at 8 years old, along with Vasilis and many other children, due to the civil war in Greece.
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LAVIOLETTE, Lisa Louise (Terrell – Geoghegan) - JULY 10, 1967 – OCTOBER 31, 2022
Suddenly at home on Monday October 31, 2022 at 55 years of age.
Loving daughter of Robert Geoghegan (Laurie) and the late Joyce Geoghegan.
Devoted mother of Brett Terrell (Victoria), Ryan Terrell, Amy Terrell, and Jake Laviolette.
Dear sister of Sherri, Leanne (predeceased), John, Tammy and Kristina.
Lisa will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.
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SHAW, Joyce Corinne (nee McCullough) Shaw - APRIL 21, 1930 – OCTOBER 31, 2022
Age 92, of Oshawa, Ontario passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 31, 2022.
Dearly beloved wife of the Late David Shaw of 61 years.
Loving Mother to Bill (Karen), Charles (Jackie) and Robert (Sara).
Loving momma to Christina (Chad), Laura and Sara.
Loving grandma to Lucas and Cooper.
Beloved sister to brother Bustin (predeceased) and Margaret (predeceased).
She will be remembered and missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.
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SIBLOCK, Olga Siblock - Passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Monday October 31st, 2022 at Hillsdale Terraces.
Olga, in her 98th year, was predeceased by her husband Nicholas.
Dear mother to Sharon Sokoljuk (& the late Alex), predeceased by her son Robert (survived by daughter in law Susan).
Grandma to Alecia Verwoert (Ken), Lauri Cheshire (Wes) and Tyler Sokoljuk (Leslie).
Great grandma to Alex, Natalie, Evan, Cameron, Luke, Julia, Ella, Anna & Christian.
Dear sister to Mary & Nettie, predeceased by Shirley & Alex.
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PETEK, Josephine (Jo or Josie) - Passed away at Lakeridge Hospital, Oshawa, on October 31, 2022, after her battle with lung cancer.
She peacefully slipped away with her husband, Dave, and sister, Mary, holding her hands.
Passing in her 64th year, she was far too young for her early departure and will be dearly missed by all.
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COMO, Carl Robert - It is with deep sorrow that the family of Robert Carl Como, announce his death. Robert “Bob”, passed away peacefully in his sleep, at home on the morning of November 1, 2022 at age 75 after a courageous battle with Kidney failure.
Robert leaves behind his faithful wife, Theresa “Treese” (nee Kortekaas), his beloved daughter Samantha (Ryan), and sons Rudy (Joleen), and Robert (Rebecca).
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SCAMMELL, Margaret "Joan" Scammell - Peacefully at home, on Tuesday November 1st, in her 90th year.
Loving wife of the late Jack Scammell (2007).
Wonderful mother to Susan Boyle ( late Steve Jones ) and Laurie and Rick Kent.
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PETROVIC, Vojislav - Vojislav (Pete) passed away peacefully with his family at his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday November 1st , in his 87th year.
Pete was the devoted husband and best friend to the late Milica (Milie) of 60 years.
He was a beloved Father to his son Charles (Angela) and daughter Vera. Loving and caring Deda to Natasha and Rodderic (Stephanie Bernier).
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MITCHELL, Olga Mitchell - April 26, 1952 - October 29, 2022
Surrounded by her family Olga Mitchell, in her 70th year, passed peacefully on October 29, 2022 at Princess Margaret Hospital.
Born to Ruby and Oscar Corriah in St. Catherine, Jamaica.
Cherished wife of Ettophel Mitchell, with whom she shared 40 beautiful years together. Proud mother of Claudia.
Devoted grandmother of two beautiful grandchildren.
Adored by many nieces, nephews, surviving brothers and sisters and extended family.
Olga had a love and passion for cooking, baking and cherished every moment she spent with family.
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SHARRARD, Anna-Jane Sharrard - March 9, 1927 – October 30, 2022
The Sharrard family welcomes prayers, love and support as we mourn the loss and celebrate the life of our beautiful Anna-Jane Sharrard (nee Wirsching).
Anna-Jane, also known as A.J., passed peacefully in her sleep Sunday, October 30, 2022, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Anna-Jane, daughter of Vera and Norman Wirsching, was predeceased by her husband Bruce and her brother Bill (Barbara-predeceased).
Anna-Jane was a wonderful Mother, Grandmother (affectionately known as Gramma Bus Kids) and Great Grandmother (lovingly called GG).
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DYAS, Hilda Ann Dyas - DECEMBER 8, 1923 – OCTOBER 30, 2022
On October 30, 2022, with her loving husband and family by her side, we said goodbye to our beloved, Hilda Ann Dyas, who passed away peacefully at her home in her 99th year.
We will miss the wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend she was but with love and gratitude will remember her life and all she brought to ours.
Married for over 73 years to her loving husband Harry Dyas.
They met in 1946 at The Avalon dance hall. Together on the dance floor, they floated across, for the next seventy years and raised 4 children Susan (Danny), Jane, Denise (Paul) and Tom.
Hilda cherished her ten grandchildren: Jennifer (John), Renee (Todd), Amanda (Ralph), Tori (Stuart), Cole, Lucas, Monica, Kendra, Lyndon (Sarah) and Dillon.
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