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PILAROSCIA, Frank - It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Frank on Sunday, April 25, 2021.
Loving father to Michael (Jolene), and Christina.
Proud Nonno of Brianna and Katie.
Preceded by his wife Ann Pilaroscia, his parents; Giuseppina and Vincenzo Pilaroscia.
Frank leaves to mourn his partner Monica who was his best friend and companion.
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BIRNIE, Scot Allan - It is with profound sadness that the family of Scot Allan Birnie announce his sudden death on April 25, 2021, at the age of 61.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Birnie and Jeanne (Kinney) Birnie, and his brothers, John S. Birnie and Michael Birnie, of North Bay, ON.
He is survived and deeply loved by his wife, Karen (Broad) Birnie, his two sons, John and David Birnie of Halifax, NS; his sister-in-law, Susan (Larmer) Birnie and nephew, Noah Perron of North Bay, ON; his mother-in-law, Delores (Watson) Broad and his father-in-law, Kevin Broad of Bristol, NB; his sister-in-law, Karla (Broad) Deweyert, her husband, Ted Deweyert and their children, Claire and Anne Deweyert of Bristol, NB, and his treasured golden retriever, Pyper.
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CAMERON, Annabelle (Ann) Frasken - On April 25, 2021, Ann passed away at Etobicoke General Hospital, following a stroke.
Her family will miss her gentle nature and ongoing interest with her family connections.
She had an astonishingly large and diverse circle of friends.
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ELDER, Sarah - It is with great sadness that, on Sunday, April 25, 2021, Sarah Margaret Elder (Bruce) passed away peacefully at home, at the age of 82, in Markham, Ontario.
Sarah was born in August 1938 in Lisburn, Northern Ireland.
Sarah was a loving wife to John G. Elder for more than 62 years.
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GILLIES, Geraldine (Gerry) Frances (nee GEOFFREY) - March 29, 1927 - April 25, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family announces Geraldine's passing after a short illness peacefully in Kitchener, ON.
Geraldine is reunited with her husband John (predeceased 2016) and will be celebrating their 72nd anniversary together.
She is survived by her son Robert Gillies and his wife Connie of Thornhill, brother Gerry Geoffrey (wife Carmen) of Coniston, sister Carole Larrett (husband Gary) of Skead, sisters-in-law Gert Gillies of Waterloo and Norma Gillies of Peterborough.
She will be deeply missed by her many nieces and nephews.
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HIMPFEN, Scott Stanley - October 11, 1963 - April 25, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Scott after a brief struggle with COVID-19 and diabetes.
Beloved brother of Roberta Keogh and Greg Himpfen.
Much-loved uncle to Jeff MacCheyne and Brandon Himpfen.
He will also be dearly missed by his special friend Lien Le and her family.
He will be well remembered by his many friends and co- workers at the former Toronto Sun and Postmedia, where he worked for many years.
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LAW, James (Jim) Stuart - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at home at the age of 81, with family by his side.
Survived by wife Sylvia.
Dearly missed by Lois and his children, Mandy (Mike Cooper), Jennifer (Daniel Masters) and Iain.
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VELLA, Mary Patricia - November 16, 1933 – April 25, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Patricia Vella (nee Spiegelhalter) at the age of 87 at North York General Hospital on April 25, 2021 after a brief illness.
Daughter of the late Edward and Catherine Spiegelhalter. Sister to Helen (Peter) and the late William (Mary).
Beloved wife of loving husband Emanuel (Sam) Vella for almost 65 years, Mother to Catherine (Mark), Susan (Howard) and John (Elena).
Loving Grandmother to Melissa (Michael), Adam (Natasha) Andrew, Patrick, Julia, Emanuel and Eryka.
Great-Grandmother to Owen, Lucas, Brianna, Anthony and Ava.
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BARBER, Katherine Patricia Mary - (1959 - 2021) - Katherine Barber, aka "Canada’s Word Lady," died on April 24, 2021 at Bridgepoint Healthcare Centre in Toronto. It was a beautiful spring day with flowers beginning to bloom - as appropriate for such an avid gardener.
Katherine was diagnosed with a particularly virulent and rapid form of brain cancer that took her life a mere two weeks after its diagnosis.
A woman of prodigious intellect and achievement, she was a true Renaissance woman, deeply knowledgeable and in love with the English language, ballet, flowers, baking, Gilbert & Sullivan, international travel, choral church music, and most of all, her cats.
She was fluent in French and German and conversant in Italian. Her greatest achievement was being the inspiration and founding editor of the Canadian Oxford Dictionary - the first dictionary of its kind and a lasting contribution to the development of Canadian culture.
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ALMEIDA, Gloriana - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gloriana on April 24, 2021 at the age of 61 years.
Gloriana is now reunited in heaven with her dear parents Elisa De Graca and Marcelino Torres and brother Manuel Torres.
She was the loving wife of Joao. Cherished mother of Diane and her husband Vince Forgione, Brian Almeida and his wife Sara and Christopher Almeida and his girlfriend Michelle Lee. She will forever be the Avo of Mason and Jesse.
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DUNCAN, Linda Ann (nee Crocker) - Linda passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on Saturday, April 24th 2021 at the Etobicoke General Hospital, after a short but tough battle with Covid.
Beloved wife of John, for nearly 53 wonderful years. Loving mother of Andrew (Alison) and Courtney (Petar). Cherished grandmother to two adored grandchildren, Cole and Vivien. Linda will also be deeply missed by her brother Steve (Heather).
Linda was born October 26, 1942 in Weston, Ontario, a neighbourhood that held a special place in her heart for her entire life. Linda spent nearly 45 years working at Dominion and A&P in their head office.
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BODIE, Lloyd Leslie - Peacefully, in the comfort of his home at Sunnybrook Veterans Centre, Lloyd passed on from this earth on April 24th, 2021, in his 95th year.
Lloyd and his twin Allan were born in the depths of a Winnipeg winter in 1926. He spent his childhood summers swimming in the Red River with siblings and friends. He often spoke fondly of his father, who took them on adventures into the wilds of Manitoba to explore nature.
Winnipeg was his home until he joined the Army in 1944, when he moved to the Canadian Forces Base in Shilo, Manitoba for training, and there became an instructor in marksmanship. Following the end of the war, Lloyd attended the University of Manitoba, receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. One of his summer jobs took him to Bissett, Manitoba, where he met his future wife, Janice.
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GREEN, Alexander - (July 2, 1951 – April 24, 2021) -
Alexander Green, Affectionately known as ‘Alex’ to almost everyone who knew him, was a man of God. He and I met through my sisters who attended the same church as Alex at the time.
Alex was quite outspoken and could be stubborn as well. When it was all said and done though, he truly meant no harm and he loved everyone dearly. He was one of the kindest persons I ever came across in my lifetime. He was a true partner, and for that I will miss him tremendously.
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DORIA, Anna (nee Giovane) - It is with profound sadness that the family of Anna (nee Giovane) Doria announces her peaceful passing on April 24, 2021 in Maple, Ontario at the age of 82 years old.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 54 years, Antonio; Cherished mother of Raffaella (John), Frank (Enza) and Silvio (Cindy). Loving and devoted Nonna to Vanessa, Amanda, Anthony and Julianna.
Caring sister to Aurora and Luigi and predeceased by her brothers Emilio, Gemino, Ugo and Dino.
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PEREIRA, Fernando 'Frank' - It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Fernando (Frank) Pereira at the age of 91 on April 24th, 2021. Frank passed away peacefully at Peel Manor Long Term Care Centre with his family by his side.
He was a devoted husband to his late wife Maria, and he will be missed by his sons, daughters-in-law and his five grandchildren.
He will be remembered for his love of family, great sense of humour, green thumb, and amazing dance moves.
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HOY, Jean Scobbie Friel - Passed away on April 24th, 2021 at the age of 88 years.
She will be greatly missed by her daughter Anne, her son-in-law Rob, her two grandsons Colin and Connor Fyffe, her sisters Anna and Moira in Scotland, as well as her nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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FITZGERALD, John Jerry - John Jerry Fitzgerald, Loving father, Grandfather, husband and friend. Passed away on Saturday April 24, 2021 at the age of 87, after several months of declining health.
John was predeceased by his loving wife Rita, his parents Dominic and Margaret as well as his sister Ann.
John is survived by his son John and daughter-in-law Kristin, his daughter Madonna and son-in-law Tom. He will be remembered fondly by his cherished grandchildren Leia, Jade, Skyler, Lisa and Jason.
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KARPINSKY, Marita - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Marita on Saturday, April 24, 2021.
Marita was the beloved wife of the late Leonid Karpinsky.
Mother and mother-in-law of Milena Karpinsky and Norm Byron.
Dear sister of Alexander Kaptsan and sister-in-law of Marina Karpinskaya.
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RASH, Goldie - On Saturday, April 24, 2021.
Goldie Rash, beloved wife of the late Harry Rash.
Loving mother and mother-in-law of Barbara Rusch and Donald Zaldin, and Mark Rash.
Devoted grandmother of Corinne and Brian, Adam, and Alex, and great-grandmother of Hayden, Mason, Dylan, and Danielle.
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LADAS, Vasilios 'Bill' - It is with great sadness that we bid Vasilios Bill Ladas adieu. He passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday morning April 24, 2021.
For nearly 60 years he was part of the Davisville/Yonge street community where he operated his restaurant Ladas Bar and Grill.
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WRIGHT, Douglas Edward 'Doug' - Passed away suddenly in his own home in Unionville on April 24 2021.
He is predeceased by his parents Reba and Leonard Wright.
Doug was a fellow of many interests and talents and he will be greatly missed by his cousins Cathie and Arlene, as well as by his many friends and neighbours.
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WHITING, Kenneth Lawrence - Passed away in Peterborough at PRHC on the morning of April 24 2021 after a short bout of pneumonia at the age of 88.
Ken was born Sept 21 1932 in the Township of York and continued to reside in the City of Toronto for his entire life.
Survived by his wife Marlene (nee Taylor), Daughters Bonnie Denton and her son’s Mark, Michael and Craig Thelander and Teri MacIntosh and her son’s Brian, Paul and Daniel MacIntosh.
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COKE, Leonard 'Len' - Passed away peacefully on April 24, 2021 at 94, after a life well lived.
Beloved husband of Ivy (predeceased).
Devoted father of Wayne (Beverly), Wentworth (predeceased) and Angela (Val).
Cherished grandfather to Renic, Zara and Fuluke.
Great grandfather to Zuri.
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MAVROUDIS, Mary - Loved by all, on April 24, 2021, Mary Mavroudis slipped away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family.
She will be united with her beloved husband Mike Mavroudis, joining him in heaven's gate.
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DUNCAN, Linda Ann (nee CROCKER) - Linda passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at the Etobicoke General Hospital, after a short but tough battle with COVID.
Beloved wife of John, for nearly 53 wonderful years.
Loving mother of Andrew (Alison) and Courtney (Petar).
Cherished grandmother to two adored grandchildren, Cole and Vivien.
Linda will also be deeply missed by her brother Steve (Heather).
Linda was born October 26, 1942, in Weston, Ontario, a neighbourhood that held a special place in her heart for her entire life.
Linda spent nearly 45 years working at Dominion and A and P in their head office.
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DAVIS, Rick - This world lost a truly wonderful Husband, Dad, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend.
Sadly, my Dad succumbed to a heart attack at Markham Stouffville Hospital on the evening of Saturday April 24, 2021.
It was sudden and it was fast and it came as a shock to everyone.
He had been admitted to the hospital on April 19th and was diagnosed with cancer.
My Mom and Dad faced his diagnosis and treatment plan with positivity and optimism.
He had a surgery on Thursday and his treatment plan was underway, things were looking up.
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