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LAMANNA, Luigi Lamanna - 1957-2022
Sadly and unexpectedly, we lost a wonderful man on October 10th 2022.
He was a man of a few words but expressed himself with great actions.
He was a man of integrity, loyalty and superior character. Always kind and caring.
He was an easy-going, gentle, kind hearted soul.
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KWAN, Merly - September 1, 1953 - October 7, 2022
Passed away on October 7, 2022 at the age of 69.
Loving wife of Jaime for over 42 years.
Beloved mother of Japeth and Justin. Cherished sister of Henry, Virginia, John, Vivian, William, along with her late siblings Mateo and Jimmy.
Merly will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
She will be remembered for her love of music and her devotion to her family.
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TRANQUADA, Arendina (Ina) (Nee Meyer) - 1 MAY 1, 1947 – OCTOBER 8, 2022
Ina passed peacefully with the help of “MAID”, on October 8th.
As was her desire, she passed at home holding the hand of her beloved husband of 37 years Tom.
Ina was a strong willed, talented, beautiful lady…born in Amsterdam, Holland.
Mother Maartje, father Johannes, and her 5 siblings immigrated to Canada in 1958.
Spending most of her teenage years in Humber Summit, she grew up to be an independent, caring individual.
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COSTANTE, Antonio Costante - May 26, 1930 - October 8, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton on Saturday, October 8, 2022, in his 93rd year.
Predeceased by his wives Mona (1990), Faith (2006) and Phyllis (2020) and by his son Martin (1987).
Loving father of Randall (Betty) and Victoria Johnston.
Cherished grandfather of Melanie and Aaron and great-grandfather of Trey and Kyra.
Dear brother of Kathleen Gailick.
Special thanks to the staff of Lakeview Manor, Harbour for their wonderful care.
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MYERS, Joseph Maurice Henry Myers - Henry Myers, age 58, of Oshawa, Ontario passed away unexpectedly on October 8, 2022.
Henry was born on August 19, 1964, in Toronto, Ontario.
Survived by his mother, Marjorie Mary Myers, predeceased by his father, Dona Peters.
A beloved father to Rachel Myers (Mitch), Riley Myers and Mackenzie Myers. Fondly remembered by Jo-Anne Myers, former spouse and mother to his three children.
A loving big brother to his younger siblings, Gloria Peters, Stacey Peters (Sheri), Diane Chambilomatis (Myron), Nicole Chambilomatis (Nolan) and Vanessa Chambilomatis (Kevin).
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WHITE, Bonnie E. A. White - July 21, 1949 - October 8, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at the age of 73.
Predeceased by her parents Natalie & Daniel Boehm.
Beloved wife of Allan White. Much loved sister of Hope Boehm (Dave), Brenda Steffy (Dennis) and the late Gary Boehm (Kathy).
She will be greatly missed by her brother in-law Ian White (Louise). Predeceased by sisters-in-law Gloria and Valerie.
Bonnie will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
An avid gardener, Bonnie spent much of her time at local gardening festivals and community gardens.
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VANDERLAND, Robert (Bob) Franklin Vanderland - 19-Aug-1951 – 09-Oct-2022
Bob passed away at the age of 71 peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Sunday, October 9th after a long, hard battle with cancer.
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MIDDLETON, Isabel Gladys - Passed away peacefully, on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 103.
Isabel (nee Worr), beloved wife of the late Arnold Middleton.
Dear mother of Edward (Doreen) Middleton, Ronald (Donna) Middleton, Donna (Eric) Hughes, and Laura (Philip) Bryant.
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McRAE, Gregory Seymour McRae - 1927 - 2022
Passed away peacefully on October 9, 2022 at the age of 94.
Devoted and Beloved husband to Mary of 64 years.
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SPEIRAN, Ellen "Ruth" (nee: Harrison) Speiran - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 9, 2022 in her 98th year at Fairview Lodge, Whitby.
Beloved wife of the late James Speiran.
Loving mother of Ian Speiran and mother-in-law to Catherine.
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LITTLE, Gordon Douglas - Passed away in his sleep on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at the age of 59.
Gord will be loved and remembered always by his wife Gerry; his daughters Crystal, Natasha and Tiffany; and his grandchildren Bridget, Myah, Adelynn, Kaiden and Able.
He was predeceased by his mother Alice Mazerolle and his father Robert Little.
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CANONICO, Mariano “Mario” - January 27, 1935 - October 7, 2022
Mariano passed away peacefully on Friday October 7, 2022, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, with his daughters, Franca and Sandra by his side, in his 88th year.
Beloved husband of 64 years to the late Ottorina.
Loving father of Franca and Sandra (Kevin).
Predeceased by his daughter Assunta (late Gaetano), and son Angelo (Marisa).
Cherished nonno of Diana (Philip), Daniel, Lisa (Greg), Andrew (Brittany), Zachary and Melissa. Great-nonno of Ella, Elliott, Karen, Livy, Eric and soon-to-be Chiara.
Mariano will be deeply missed by his siblings, nieces, nephews, and friends.
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SKOTIDAS, Paraskevi "Voula" - SEPTEMBER 4, 1950 – OCTOBER 7, 2022
Passed away on Friday October 7, 2022 at the age of 72.
Beloved wife of Peter.
Loving mother of Frances and her husband Vince Campoli, Steve and his wife Julia and Christos and his wife Stephanie.
Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Amelia, Gabriel, Peyton, Charlie, Paras, Cora, Peter and Demetri.
Dear sister of Frances, Tom, Morphia, Gus and Spero.
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GALLAGHER, Verna Gallagher - 1934 - 2022
Passed away peacefully on Friday, October 7, 2022, at her home at the age of 88.
Beloved mother of Marlene Cerenzie and Gerald Bumbacco and the late Michael Bumbacco.
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WILSON, James Herbert Wilson - JANUARY 21, 1962 - OCTOBER 6, 2022
Passed away peacefully on Thursday October 6, 2022 at the age of 60.
Beloved husband of Kathleen.
Loving father of Brock and his wife Ashinie, and Erica.
Proud and adoring grandfather to Theodore.
Cherished son of Cameron and the late Jacqueline.
Dear brother of John and his partner MaryBeth.
James dealt with the challenges he faced with dignity and strength.
He was known and admired by all for his positive outlook and gregarious manner. James will live in our hearts forever.
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SWEET, Sonja Anne Sweet - NOVEMBER 10, 1939 – OCTOBER 6, 2022
Peacefully at Chartwell-Wynfield Retirement Home on Thursday, October 6th 2022 in her 83rd year.
Beloved wife of the late William Sweet.
Dear sister of Ernest Lukawesky and sister in law of Sergio Latin and Tommy and Erna Sweet.
Cherished aunt of Cindy (David), Blaine, Sherry, (Clive), Duane (Heather), Claudine (David), Ernie Jr (Grace), Greg (Kelly), Sandra, Christopher (Michele) and Marcy (Greg), and great aunt and great, great aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Sonja will be fondly remembered by her many cousins and dear friends.
A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Chartwell-Wynfield for their compassion and care.
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MANILA, Kateryna "Kathleen" Manila - OCTOBER 12, 1920 – OCTOBER 6, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of Kathleen (Kay) Manila (nee Twasnick) of Oshawa, Ontario announce her peaceful passing at Fairview Lodge in Whitby on Wednesday October 5 just a week short of her 102nd birthday.
Predeceased by her parents Andrew and Lydia, husband Stanley, her sisters Mary, Ann and Victoria (Vicky) and brother Edward (Eddie).
Mother of Andrea (Ron) and Linda (Kevin) and grandmother to Nikki (Jeff), Erica (Corey), Jordan (Anna) and Dean. Great-grandmother to Brandon, Jocelyn and Mya.
Kay was a Durham resident all her life.
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COTNAM, Garry - March 3, 1948 - October 6, 2022
Our beloved Garry passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 6, 2022 at 12:32 p.m., after a short and courageous battle.
He was the much loved and devoted husband to Sharon (nee Chonoskie), a wonderful and treasured father and best friend to son Brian, cherished father-in-law to Vanessa, the best big brother to Karen (Woods), and son-in-law to Ann Chonoskie (the late Cecil).
Garry was born in Oshawa on March 3, 1948 to the late Thomas and Irene (nee Cuddahee) Cotnam.
His passion for golf started at a very young age when he was a caddy at the Oshawa Golf Club.
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THOMPSON, Donald Franklin (Tommy) - SEPTEMBER, 211933 – OCTOBER 6, 2022
Passed away peacefully at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 89 years.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Ellen (nee Currie).
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NEUMAN, Ileen Eleanor - With heavy hearts but happy memories we announce that Ileen Eleanor (Gosick) Neuman has gone on to heaven to join her husband, Bill, of 53 years of marriage on Friday, October 7 after succumbing to Alzheimer’s.
She was born to Stanley and Leona Gosick on March 27,1926, in Melville, Saskatchewan and was the last survivor of their nine children.
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MALLET, Linda Nina - On Friday October 7th, 2022, Linda Nina Mallett passed after her 2-year heroic fight to ovarian cancer.
Linda beloved wife of her late husband Dave Mallett, devoted mother of Jessica Mallett (Darren Austin, Ashley Austin), Jenny Mallett (Mikey Wheeler) and Kellee Hughes (Chris Burt).
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FRANEY, Brian Michael Franey - 1958 - 2022
Brian Franey, age 64 was the loving father, of Adam and Jessica, the most loyal husband to his beautiful wife Elaine and his proudest title being a Poppa to his sweet granddaughter Layla.
Brian passed away peacefully in the early hours of October 7th, After a nearly two year courageous battle with cancer.
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FRANKEN, Gerarda - Peacefully, on Friday, October 7, 2022, at the Centenary Hospital in Scarborough, at age 86.
Gerarda “AT” (nee Post), beloved wife of Wim Franken of Port Perry, for 64 years.
Loving mother of Paul and his wife Carolyn, Robert and his wife Tanya, Eric and his wife Berthy, Jeffrey, and Mark and his wife Tracey.
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FYFE, Margaret Fyfe - January 1938 - October 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Margaret (Rita) Fyfe, in her 85th year on October 7, 2022 at Lakeridge Health in Ajax.
Rita was born in Aberdeen, Scotland where she met her husband Jim and then they emigrated to Toronto in 1956. Rita worked at Shell Canada until she retired.
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Van WESTON, Elizabeth - Peacefully after a lengthy illness, at her home in Port Perry, with her family by her side, on Friday, October 7, 2022 at age 81.
Ann (nee Witherstone) beloved wife of Nicolaas “Nick” Van Weston for 66 years.
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TAUS, Ernest John Albert Jr. - June 3, 1961 - October 5, 2022
Passed away suddenly on October 5, 2022 at his home at the age of 61.
Loving Dad of Rachael Taus (Jason) and Tiffany Taus (Rich).
Cherished grandfather of Zac and Josh.
Beloved son of Shirley and the late Ernest Taus.
Dear brother of Barb, Carl and Lorraine.
Ernie will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.
Free-spirited and always living life his way, he loved to spend his time driving, being outdoors with his dog Shylah and cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs.
He was a past employee of General Motors.
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