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HEAPS, Shirley Elizabeth - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Elizabeth Heaps (nee Downing), peacefully, at Southlake Regional Hospital, after a brief battle with cancer, in the morning of Monday, April 19, 2021.
She leaves behind daughter Catherine (Randy), grandchildren Amanda (Doug), Katherine, David, Laura (Rick), Ashley (Donald) and Curtis (Anna) and great-grandchildren Callie, Domenic and Maiya.
When Shirley wasn't surrounded by family, she spent much of the last 45 years giving back to her community and making lifelong friendships through Kin Canada as a Life Member of the Kinette Club of Sutton alongside her late husband Denis.
While her family will sorely miss her, they take peace in knowing she has joined her husband and son Michael to watch over us all, free from suffering and pain.
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MORRISON, Dane - April 14, 1948 – April 19, 2021
A diamond in the rough, Dane lived life on his terms unconventionally with a kind heart helping others.
A talented drummer during the punk heydays of the 70's and early 80's, Dane performed with bands including The Ugly, The Wadds and a long stint with Dick Duck and the Dorks.
His creativity shone through his art, music, detailing cars and running a film studio at 15 Fraser.
Dane will be fondly remembered by his sisters Cindy, Andrea, Jill, his family and chosen family, friends, the community at 7 Fraser and many more.
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LOWE, Audrey E. (nee PATCHETT) - March 31, 1927 - April 19, 2021
Passed away peacefully, on April 19, 2021, at New Orchard Lodge in Ottawa.
Audrey was born 5th of 7 children to Della Morby and Roy Patchett in Port Credit, Ontario, Canada.
She had been married to James Howard Lowe for 67 years when he passed in 2014.
She and Jim loved round and square dancing with their Ottawa groups, singing with friends and family and music of all sorts.
Audrey's life profession was wife, mother and Nana, all of which she excelled at.
She was loving mother of Gail Brooker (Colin), James R.H. Lowe (Marlene), Ron Lowe and Glenda Bennett (the late Dave Bennett).
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BURNS, Cecil Albert 'Pat' - Peacefully passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021 at the Sunnybrook Veterans Centre with his devoted daughter Laura by his side. Cecil Albert was born in Ogema, Saskatchewan.
Predeceased by his loving wife Sheila Burns of 64 years on January 24, 2017.
Also predeceased by his parents James Scotland Burns and Anna Maie Burns; brothers Don Burns, Bill Burns, Scott Burns.
Survived by his daughter Laura who was his soul caregiver for years until he resided at the Veterans Centre last March.
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MOFFAT, Ronald 'Ron' Vantreen - CGA - Ron died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, April 19, 2021 at Mackenzie Health after a brief illness.
He was in 89th year.
Loving husband and life partner to the late Criss (christina Jean Anne nee Steedman).
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VILLALTA, Paul - October 4, 1964 – April 19, 2021
Paul left us unexpectedly and far too soon, on April 19, 2021.
Beloved partner and best friend to Carol, very proud and loving father to Angela (Carlos), Deanna (Dan) and Alex, and adoring Nonno to Mateo and newborn Sebastian.
Paul will also be missed by his father Sante, brother Dennis (Donna), nephew David (Katie), and niece Danielle (Luke). Great-uncle to Isabella and Max.
Predeceased by his mother Rosa, and twin sisters born shortly after their birth in October 1960.
Fondly missed by his mother-in-law Jean, the Augustyn and Sic families, and by his aunts, uncles and numerous cousins residing in Canada, Italy and France.
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MELO, Francisco Rodrigues da Ponte - It is with great sadness that the family of Francisco Melo announces his sudden passing on April 19, 2021, at the age of 53.
Also known by the names of Frank or Chico, he was loved by many who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Frank leaves behind his loving wife Teresa of 31 years.
Loving father to Jessica, Melissa, Sophia and Matthew.
Dear son of José and Maria Melo, and brother to Lucia (Eurico).
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BAGCHI, Sudarsan - On Monday, April 19, 2021, Sudarsan "Sam" Bagchi, husband and father of two children, passed away at the age of 81.
After waging a 5-year battle with cancer, he succumbed to his illness at home, surrounded with love from his family. Sudarsan was born on September 16, 1940 in Kolkata, India.
After graduating from the University of Calcutta, he moved to London, England in 1965 to study law at London's famous Lincoln's Inn, where he married his wife, Chandrima Bagchi on May 16, 1967.
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CARRILHO–COLEMAN, Melanie Jeanne - Peacefully and suddenly at home on Sunday, April 18, 2021 at the age of 44.
Melanie, beloved wife of Justin. Cherished daughter of Ana and Antonio Carrilho. Treasured sister of Michael and Sean. Adored niece of Mark and Maria Trudeau.
Melanie was a proud employee of Dr. M. Balkissoon’s office for over twenty years and enjoyed working with the doctor and the staff. Melanie was always welcoming and made many friends with the patients.
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COLLINS, Charles 'John' - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Charles John Collins on Sunday April 18, 2021 at the age 91 years.
John is now reunited with his dear wife Rose Marie Collins (nee Close), and his parents Mildred Susan Collins (nee Brown) and Joseph.
John was the cherished father of Joan and her husband Carson Beck, Charles and his wife Frances Patella and Marian and her partner Julie Luciani. He was the devoted grandfather of Roger Beck, Denise Pereira, Simone Collins, Adrienne Collins and great grandfather of Ava Pereira.
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LASITA, Ignazino 'Joe' - Passed away suddenly and peacefully at Sunnybrook Hospital on April 18, 2021 at age 87 due to heart failure.
Beloved by his partner Janet (Farquharson); devoted father of Jeannine; dear brother and sister Salvatore (Rose) and Josephine (Barry); he was predeceased by his parents Rocco and Vincenza. He will be sadly missed by all his nieces, nephews and cousins.
Joe will be fondly remembered for his friendliness and generosity by all his customers and friends from his Wholesale Fruit and Produce business.
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SKROW, Ernest 'Ernie' William - (September 25, 1932 – April 18, 2021) - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ernie in his 88th year.
He will be greatly missed by his wife Helen of more than 65 years for whom he cared for during the past 13 years. A special thanks to Ofelia and Myrlin for helping Ernie to care for Helen for the last 8 years.
He will also be sadly missed by his daughter Robin, his son Steven (Diane), and grandchildren Taylor, Max and Dylan.
Ernie was an entrepreneur and owned and operated a successful mushroom growing operation (Meadowglen Mushroom) for over 30 years. He always respected a handshake more than a signed contract.
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SAVINAINEN, Elli Inkeri - (1930 - 2021) - Peacefully on Sunday April 18th, 2021 at Sunnybrook Health Care Centre in Toronto.
Beloved wife of the late Leevi Savinainen. Dear Step-mother of John (Juha) and Sam (Teuvo) Savinainen and families.
Dearest twin sister of Helmi Savinainen (late husband Leo) and sister-in-law Annikki (late husband Veikko Nousiainen). Loving aunt to Mari, Eero, Ari, Tapani (Marjut), Rauno, the late Eric, and Anja-Riitta.
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DEMOPOULOS, Tula (nee Borovilos) - Tula Demopoulos (nee Borovilos) passed away on April 18, 2021, She was born on February 27, 1940 in Cabbage Town, Toronto.
Tula dedicated all of her life working within the Greek Orthodox Church in the Toronto area, energizing the Ladies Philoptohos at both Saint George Greek Orthodox Church on Bond Street, and as the long-term President of the Ladies Philoptohos at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.
In her many years of dedicated service, she helped many new Greek Canadian immigrants, offering a helping hand to anyone who reached out for aid, or who required support.
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NITTI, Ray - (February 1, 1943 - April 18, 2021) -
Ray Nitti was born in Gesualdo, Avellino Italy. Devoted husband to Bonnie, father to Raymond, Kim and Robert (Teri) and adoring grandfather to Anthony, Alexis, Rory and Owen. Son of Ralphael and Fiorta, brother of Ida, Peter, Vince, Leanna, Mary and Pina.
Ray and Bonnie were married for 57 years. They met in Toronto in a local park and loved each other through good times and bad. Their Journey was one of amazing fulfillment and understanding.
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VLAHOS, Sofia - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sophie Vlahos on April 18, 2021.
Beloved wife of 67 years to Nick, dear mother to Helen (George), Diane and Jim (Lisa), revered grandmother to Diane (Fred), Paul (Anna), Michael, Hailey and Nicholas and treasured great-grandmother to Ashley, Megan, Emma, and Sofia.
She is finally joined in heaven with her daughter Diane who passed away as a young child.
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SLIVKA, Max - It is with great sadness that we inform you that Max Slivka passed away on Sunday, April 18th, 2021 in his sleep at the Palliative Care Unit at Baycrest Hospital.
He is survived by his wife, Naomi Slivka Stein, who was lovingly by his side until his last breaths, his brother, Leo, as well as his children, Jonathan and Mikey, daughters-in-law, Atessa and Aarti, and grandchildren, Sacha and Simone.
He fought a long battle with illness, never with a complaint and always with the utmost optimism.
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MORANO, Carmine - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Carmine Morano on April 18, 2021 at the age of 87 years.
Born on January 21, 1934 in Gesualdo, Avellino, Italy.
Beloved husband of Elena for 57 years. Loving Father of Clara (Jeffrey Shinn), Angelo (Christina) and Patrizia (Rosario Fazio). Cherished Nonno of Alexander, Hayley, Sebastiano, Carmine & Giuseppina. Loving brother of Adua (Francesco – predeceased), Maria (Renato) and Giuseppe (Virna).
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BARING, Elizabeth – (1939 - 2021) - It is with heavy hearts we announce that Elizabeth, surrounded by her family, passed peacefully in her home on Sunday April 18th, 2021.
Elizabeth, or to her friends and family, Lizzy, is the beloved wife of James for 60 beautiful years.
A devoted, proud and loving mother to Hector (Norma), Edna (Chris), Ethel (Carl) and Darin (Karen).
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RODRICKS, Anthony Christopher - September 6, 1935 – April 18, 2021
It is with a very heavy heart that we share with you the passing of Anthony (Tony/Buda/Papa) Rodricks.
Anthony passed away peacefully, at the Milton District Hospital, at the age of 85.
He will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his beloved wife, Wilhelmina Rodricks (née Cordeiro); his children, Antonio, Winston (Jackie) and Karen (Mike); grandchildren, Michelle (Paul), Laura, Christopher, Sarah, Mark, and Jenna; and great-grandchild, Eli.
Anthony was born to the late Charles Rodricks and Esmeralda Rodricks (née Fernandez) in Karachi, British India (now Pakistan).
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LOEBEL, Peter B. - After a lengthy illness, we sadly announce the peaceful passing of Peter B. Loebel on Sunday, April 18, 2021.
Cherished and loving husband of Eleanor J. Loebel (nee Fogle).
Loving father and father-in-law of Brenda Anne Loebel-April and Richard April, and Thomas Loebel.
Proud grandfather of Evan and Amanda April.
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DINETZ, Betty - Betty Dinetz passed away peacefully at home, on April 18, 2021.
Betty was the devoted wife of the late Sidney Dinetz, and beloved mother and mother-in-law of their children, Gail and Richard Daigle, Howard and Cathy Dinetz, and Marilyn Dinetz.
She was blessed to have been grandmother to Jason and Jaclyn Dinetz, Sarah Lauglin, Cheryl Hogan, Rachel Daigle, and Erik and Alex Maxim; as well as great-grandmother to Eli and Emi Lauglin, Madelyne and Macy Hogan, and Xabriel Richardson Dinetz.
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MACCARONE, Domenico - Passed away in the early morning of Sunday, April 18, 2021 at the age of 80.
He will be forever cherished by his wife Anna Maria.
Beloved children Vincenzo (Carla), Gino (Suzanne), Giuseppina (Danny) Roberto (Lucia).
Grand kids Sylvia, Nicholas, Lilyanne, Anthony and Gina, and Great Grand Child Isabella.
Survived by his sister Vincenzella.
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SHILLETTO-HINTON, Catherine Anne - After suffering two strokes, our darling “Didi” died peacefully at Sunnybrook Hospital on Sunday, April 18, 2021, 12 days before her 60th birthday.
She was the beloved mother of Katie who was with her until the very end.
She was the only daughter of Derek and Sonia Shilletto and the much loved sister of Nick.
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WALKER, Shirley Anne (Luddington) - Peacefully at Good Samaritan Seniors Complex, Alliston, on Sunday, April 18, 2021.
Shirley, at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Roy Butler (1977) and Robert Walker (2011).
Loving mother of Cathy Butler (deceased 1958), Wendy and her husband Rick Sant.
Proud grandmother of Corinna and her fiancé Anthony, Eric and Luca.
Shirley worked for Armstrong Brothers, Brampton (Standard Bred Horse Division) for over 19 years.
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MARCAN, Zeljko - It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Zeljko on April 18, 2021.
Zeljko lived a full and happy life of 66 years.
He will be remembered for his great sense of humour, compassion, curiosity and love of learning.
He leaves behind his loving wife Marina and daughter Sonja, his mother Tereza and sister Gordana, as well as extended Anic and Silov family.
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