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HOWSAM, Brenda - March 15, 1955 - April 27, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Brenda Howsam (nee Cogan) passed away on Tuesday, April 27th, peacefully in her sleep.
Brenda was born in Ottawa, Canada.
She graduated from the Radio and Television Arts program at Ryerson University, and then worked on television programs such as Global News as a young professional.
While at Ryerson, she met her husband, Gary Howsam.
They were married for 41 beautiful years and had three children together: Meryl, Josh, and Jess.
When Jess married Jeff, and Josh married Cydney, Brenda welcomed her children-in-law as her own.
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JONES, Wilfred Allan, P.ENG, - We are saddened to say that Captain Wilf sailed into port on Tuesday April 27, 2021 at age 92.
A loving husband to Joyce for 65 happy years.
He will be missed and always remembered by children Steve (Jillian), Tim (Teresa), Susan and Jennifer (deceased), grandchildren Caroline, Nico, Sarah, Christine (Graeme), Jennifer, Erin (Daniel), Lindsay as well as great-grandchild Hayden.
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MARCHILDON, Madeline Ida - Our beloved mother, Madeline, passed away peacefully, on April 27, 2021, one month prior to her 95th birthday.
She is now reunited in heaven with her sons, Greg and Bernard.
Cherished mother to Eric (Anne), Eileen (Glenn), Cheryl (Steve), Ross (Joe) and Marie (Randy).
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MOUSMANIS, Donna A. - Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, after living life with cancer to its fullest for over 6 years.
She will be fondly missed by her mother, Evangeline, her sister Patricia (John Tsotsos), her niece Lia (George Belegrinis), nephew Konstantine (Brooke Wenig) and great-niece Joanna, as well as all of her extended family, friends and colleagues.
Donna will be most remembered for the joy and sunshine she brought to all who knew her and hoped that her optimism and positivity would inspire others even after she was gone.
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STANFORD, Jennie (nee POLISCHUK) - Passed away peacefully at home with her daughters at her side.
Jennie was predeceased by her beloved husband of over 63 years, Edward (Ted).
Cherished older sister to Olga.
Best mother ever to Connie (Ron), Christine and Tina (Johnny).
Doting grandmother to Jennifer, Joshua, Becca, Jesse, Matthew and Leah.
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DANSON, Andrew - On Tuesday April 27, 2021 in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Andrew Danson peacefully passed away with his loving and devoted partner Johanna and much adored son Akira by his side.
He leaves behind his long time loving partner Johanna Padelt.
Loving father and father-in-law of Akira and Stephanie Danson, along with his two very young & much loved Grandsons, Nathaniel & Elliot of Toronto.
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ZAMPINO, Joanne Lena - It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the loss of our queen, Joanne Zampino. She passed away too soon on April 27, 2021 at the age of 77.
She has been reunited with her late husband Frank, who she adored dearly.
She leaves an unimaginable void in the hearts of her twin daughters Lisa (Paul) and Lana (Brian).
A proud and cherished Nonna to J.J. (Shannon), Natalie (Mauricio), Michael and Mark.
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BENCSICS, Mary (nee CERVEN) - May 1, 1938 – April 27, 2021
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mary Bencsics.
In October 1938, an infant Mary arrived to the great country of Canada, from Poland, alongside her eldest brother John, and loving parents Mary and John Czerwien-Hubiak (later Cerven).
Mary was raised in Port Arthur (Thunder Bay), Ontario, on Hilldale Road, to a farming family. Mary attended Hillcrest high school where she specialized in secretarial and office skills.
These took her to Toronto where she met her beloved spouse George Bencsics and where she spent the rest of her life. Mary's passion took her in many different directions; such as, working as an assistant to the elderly, working at St. Michael's Hospital, and volunteering in the community.
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PERRI, Cesarino “Cesare” - 82 years old, passed away on Tuesday April 27, 2021, at Etobicoke General Hospital, with loved ones by his side.
He was born January 1st, 1939, in Castrolibero, Cosenza, Italy. The son of the late Francesco and Giulia (Cairo).
He is survived by his loving wife Iolanda (Arturi) who he was married to for 54 years.
He was a very hard worker who provided for his family. He worked at Sick Kid’s Hospital as a general painter for 22 years and also worked part time as a barber, which was his passion.
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ALLEN, Barbara Kathleen - June 9, 1935 - April 27, 2021
Barb peacefully passed away at Markham Stouffville Hospital.
She was a loving mother to Drew (Jennifer), Don (Gail), Chris and Ruth-Anne.
She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Jayden, Justine, Cotter, Breckell, Nicole, Sarah & Kolain.
Barb surrounded herself with many friends from the Unionville area as well as her longtime gal pals "The Watford Girls" including Margot, her best friend for almost 85 years.
Barb enjoyed vacationing in Florida and Mexico but always loved coming back to her little home and beautiful backyard.
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FERRONI, Joyce - Passed away on April 27, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario.
Predeceased by her husband Alexander, daughter Donna Marie, and sister Marie.
Survived by children Adele (Philip), Alex (Maria), Brian (Sandra) and Diane (Renato).
Grandmother to Shirley-Ann, Carmelo, Tiffany, Andrea, Dylan and Brian.
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KASPRZAK, Boleslawa - With great sadness, we announce that beloved Boleslawa Kasprzak b. Oct 10, 1938, has left our realm on April 27, 2021, after spending her last week in St. Joseph's Health Centre.
She is survived by her daughter Monika Kasprzak; her brother Wieslaw Cwikowski and wife Marysia and children Monika and Wojtek and their children; her second brother Miroslaw Cwikowski; and her daughter Renata Kasprzak-Fell.- Details
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LEOUSIS, Anastasios "Tom" - March 5, 1951 - April 27, 2021
Passed away peacefully, after a short illness.
Son of the late Louis and Beatrice (Vlachos) Leousis.
Brother of Helen Leousis Barker (husband Lea), and Chris Leousis.
Uncle to Trevor Empey (Patricia), Sarah Empey, Alexandria, and Benjamin Leousis.
Tom was an Immigration and Capacity Lawyer in Hamilton.
He graduated from Trinity College, B.A. (Honours); McMaster University, M.A.; Queens University, LLB; Practising Lawyer alongside his years as an Immigration Appeals Court Adjudicator in Toronto.
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McINTOSH, Donald "Brian" - Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, age 60 years, after a hard fight with cancer.
Beloved husband of Andrea (née Colbourn) and dear father of Melanie.
Brian is also survived by his mother, Gladys (the late Donald); sister, Gail (Mike); brother, Robert (Roslyn); and nephew, Joey.
Son-in-law of Ken and Joan Colbourn.
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HENRY, Cedrick Edward - September 28, 1929 - April 27, 2021
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Cedric E. Henry.
Cedric passd away peacefully at North York General Hospital, at the age of 91.
He was predeceased by his wife Delvis Henry, his parents, Florence and Charlie Henry and his brother and sister.
He leaves behind his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-granddaughter, nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Cedric was born in Guyana, South America.
He immigrated to Canada where he worked at CN for the majority of his life until he retired.
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BURROWS, Muriel Joyce (nee MAGNAN) - Passed peacefully Monday, April 27, 2020 at her home in Jackson's Point, Ontario.
A dedicated and loving mother and grandlady, she is survived by her beloved children and grandchildren: Heather (Rich) Davies son James; Jennifer (Timothy Grier) and sons Jeremy and Matthew; Frank (Elizabeth) and sons Benjamin and Luke; and Tania (Andy Perrotti) and children Rachel, Sarah, and Nathan.
Born October 31, 1926 in Toronto, Ontario, she spent her teenage years in Caledonia, Ontario and received a Bachelor of Social Work from Trinity College at the University of Toronto in 1952.
Joyce moved to Georgina in 1956 with her beloved husband of 59 years, the late Dr. George Burrows (1928- 2015), where she helped build his practice, first in Sutton and then in Jackson's Point.
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SIMONE, Rosetta 'Rosie' - It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Rosie Simone, on Monday April 26, 2021 at the age of 50.
Rosie leaves behind her beloved husband, Vince and loving children Vanessa, Marco and Alexander.
Much beloved daughter of Josie and Mike, sister to Agostino, Cathy (Mike) and Antonella. Dearest daughter-in-law of Domenico and Antonia, sister-in-law of Rocco (Sandra). Proud aunt to many nieces and nephews.
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GILLESPIE, David Brian - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved David on Monday, April 26, 2021 at the age of 44 years.
Surrounded by his loving family, David leaves behind his loving wife Valerie of 12 years, and 4 children. “The best dad” to Davin (15), Adara (10), Chael (8), Corlan (4).
Born May 18, 1976 to Brian (deceased) and Patrica (McRae) Gillespie, David is survived by his sister Lisa (Eddy). Loved by his niece, Jessica, and nephews, Kayden, Nathan, and Joshua.
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AMODEO, Anthony Joseph 'Tony' - (1937 - 2021) - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Anthony “Tony” Joseph Amodeo, April 26, 2021.
Beloved husband of Lois, adored father to Lynda Amodeo-Thomson (Roderick), Elizabeth Nelson (Paul), Mary Anne Amodeo Irazabal (Luis), Elaine Amodeo (Edgar), cherished grandfather to Anthony, Zachary (Hazel), Emily (Justin), Carmella, Sophia and Jack, great grandfather to Brooke.
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CASS, Gordon Douglas - (May 27th, 1948 – April 26th, 2021)
CASS, Phyllis Lynda (Wells) - (March 2nd, 1950 – May 1st, 2021)
In Loving Memory of Our Precious Parents
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving parents Gordon & Phyllis Cass.
Treasured by so many for their open, warm and kind hearts, they were a rock for all, of the families and friends they supported and loved. Together for 49 years, they experienced anniversaries, holidays, hardships and heartbreaks, new life, birthdays, and cherished moments.
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MASTRANGELO, Rocco Michele Ciriaco - It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rocco Mastrangelo.
Rocco died peacefully in his 88th year on April 26, 2021.
He was born in Anzano Di Puglia, Italy, on August 19, 1933.
Rocco will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Virginia, of 62 years, and his three children Licia (Dennis), Marco (Candice) and Rocco Jr. (Connie).
He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Virginia, Michael, Alexandra, Julia, Cristian and Gianluca. Entrepreneur, impresario, founder of many enterprises, including the iconic Café Diplomatico, Rocco was a true pillar of his community. With initial roots in Toronto's Little Italy on College Street, Rocco was dedicated to promoting Italian cinema and music.
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PANARITES, Marie (Panoulias) - Passed away peacefully at home in Aurora, Ontario on Monday, April 26, 2021 in her 87th year.
Beloved wife of Peter for sixty-three years. Loving mother of Petro and his wife Poli. Loving grandmother of Panos.
Loving sister of Panoulias brothers Giorgos (deceased), Nikolas (deceased), Dimitrios, Antonis, Sotiris, and Takis.
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PLANT, Eddie - It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our father Eddie Plant on Monday, April 26, 2021.
While our Dad had been suffering for the last few years with Dementia, he fought a good fight and lived a life fulfilled. This disease slowly took a proud, strong, committed, caring and loving husband, father, zaidie, son, brother and friend, but he is now in a better place. We know our late mother Honey Plant will be waiting with open arms.
He is survived by his four children, Howard, Mark, Barry & Elise, his daughter in-law Gayle, his son in-law Jay, his sisters Renee Plant and Thelma Pitch and grandchildren Michael, Rachel, Jesse, Dustin, Riley, Harlow & Hayden.
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GREIG, Marie Veronica - (November 11, 1941 – April 26, 2021) -
Our family Matriarch Marie passed away peacefully at home on April 26th, 2021 at the age of 79 with her beloved husband and family at her side.
Loving and devoted wife of James for over 60 wonderful years.
Loving Mother to Janet (Vaughan), Kelly (James), and Bradley. A proud Grandmother to Tyler, Jessica, Victoria, Madison and Brendan.
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GILBERT, Ruby - (1929 - 2021) - Passed away peacefully on Monday, April 26th 2021 at Sunset Manor in Collingwood, at the age of 91.
Predeceased by her loving husband James B. Gilbert (1990).
Cherished mother of Linda (Willy), Beverley, the late William (2010), Debbie (David), and John (Wendy).
Proud grandmother of seven Grandchildren, five Great Grandchildren with a 6th on the way, and one Nephew.
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PASNIK, Maria - (1946 - 2021) -
Passed away after a lengthy illness on Monday, April 26th, 2021 at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga.
Survived by her loving sister Angela and her children Robert and Chantal.
Maria will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
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