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GANDOLFO, Girolamo Jerry - March 12, 1960 - March 12, 2021
It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Jerry Gandolfo on Friday, March 12, 2021.
He passed away peacefully at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital (OTMH) surrounded by the love of his wife, daughters, and brother.
He will be missed deeply by his wife Diane Gandolfo (nee Rol) and his children Maria (Michael) and Melissa (Brandon). He was adored by his grandchildren Liliana and Adrian.
He leaves behind his siblings Maria (Giovanni), Giuseppa (Paolo), Filippa (Salvatore) and Nick (Mandy), along with many nieces and nephews.
He will also be missed by his mother-in-law Patricia and sister-in-law Chris (Chris). Jerry's life was an extraordinary one.
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HENRY, Jeff - It is with tremendous respect and honour of a life well lived, that we announce the passing of Jeff Henry.
Born in Trinidad and Tobago in 1922, he utilized his natural talents of dance and movement as well as his impressive work ethic, to build a name for himself in the arts community.
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MORO, Velia - With sadness, we announce the passing of Velia (Val) on March 12, 2021 at the age of 89.
Beloved daughter of the late Pietro and Elisa Moro.
Survived by her sister Dina Sabbadin.
Cherished aunt of Laurie Rodgers, Gerald Sabbadin (Michele) and Paul Sabbadin.
Forever remembered by her great-nieces Meghan Rodgers and Reilly Sabbadin, and great-nephews Wynne Rodgers and Kaiden Sabbadin.
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CLARK, Sean Patrick - December 17, 1968 - March 12, 2021 -
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, son, brother and friend Sean on Friday, March 12, 2021 at the age of 52.
Sean passed away peacefully at home in Brampton with his family by his side, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer.
He is survived by his loving boys, Jack, Owen, and Benjamin, and his beloved wife Michelle.
Cherished son of Maire and John Kearns and John and Beverly Clark.
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CHRISTOPHER, Thomas Michael - Born in Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly, on March 12, 2021, in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, at the age of 79.
He was many things including a Loving Father, Proud Papa, musician, antique hunter and die-hard Buffalo Bills, and Blue Jays fan.
Tom is survived by his son Kevin (Candy), daughter Maura (Bob), son Daniel (Stacey), sisters Anita (Archie), Mary-Jane (Don), his niece Lisa (Kevin), nephew (Michael), former wife Mary (Anthony), and all his loving grandchildren, Julia, Carter, Ava, Declan, and Cooper. He will be lovingly remembered by family and friends.
Predeceased by his parents Angelo Christopher and Rosina Tedesco.
Tom was proud of his Italian-Buffalonian roots. He moved to Canada to pursue his Master's in Social Work at St. Patrick's College in Ottawa.
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DAMBERGER, Catherine Anne (nee BOSSI / KELLY) - Passed away peacefully into the presence of Jesus, with her family by her side at home on Friday, March 12, 2021, in her 69th year.
Remembered and sadly missed by her loving husband of 30 years, James (Jim) Damberger.
Survived by her mother Rose Kelly, mother-in-law Laura Damberger, and her children, Jennifer (Robert) Killoran; Kate Damberger; Julia Damberger (Sarah) and her granddaughter Willa Damberger.
Beloved sister to Sandra Lizotte, Larry Kelly, Debbie (Joe) Macina, Ken (Gail) Damberger.
Loving aunt to Nicole and Michael Lizotte, Jamie and Erin Macina, Jeff, David (Robin) and Steve (Isles) Damberger, and great-aunt to Matthew Lizotte, Jacob Anderson and Everleigh Macina.
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DENNIS, Albert Ronald - October 18, 1933 - March 12, 2021
It is with profound sadness, that the family of Albert Dennis, announce his passing on March 12, 2021, at the age of 87.
Predeceased by his parents, Albert and Evelyn Dennis.
Precious father to Karen (Bob), and Kelly (Scott).
Lovingly devoted Pup to Kaitlin (Ryan), Kyle (Jesse), Brandon (Leigh) and Erin (Nick).
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AUSTRIA, Abella Fajardo - It is with profound sadness and with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Abella on Friday, March 12, 2021.
Abella is survived by Antonio, her devoted husband of 67 years, her children Evelyn (Boyet), Mandy, Ariel (Elsa), Cynthia, her grandchildren Cromwell (Lorraine), Jazmine, JC, Nina (Genesis), Lyza (Roby), AJ (Princess), and Clarissa and great-grandchildren Charlie and Lily.
She has reunited with her son, Jessie in heaven.
Mama Belle, as she was fondly called not only by her grandchildren but by family and friends, had lived a full and colourful life.
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LUTLEY, Mary Alice (nee SMITH) - 1923 to 2021 On March 12, 2021, Mary passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord.
She was married 66 years to her beloved husband Roy, who predeceased her in 2014.
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MacLEAN, Eileen Dorothy - DOROTHY January 8, 1920 - March 12, 2021
Eileen Dorothy MacLean passed away peacefully, at home in Toronto, on March 12, 2021, at the age of 101 years.
Predeceased by her sister, Mildred Alexander Parfitt (2004) and her parents, Harry Markle (1982), and Esmerelda Markle (1975).
Loving aunt of Donna Jean Hern of London, Bob Alexander of Tillsonburg, Dave Alexander (Lori) of London, Kerry Alexander (Pauline) of Courtland, and Kim Alexander (Karen) of Tillsonburg.
She will also be missed by her great-nieces and great-nephew, Launi, Brad, Melanie, Lindsay, Alexa, and Lisa, along with their families.
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COLLINS, Murray Edwin - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Murray Collins on March 12, 2021 in his 101st. year.
Long time employee of Bell Canada. Born in Scarborough Ont. in 1920.
Beloved husband of Nancy (2004), loving father to Christopher and his partner Joanne, Jane and her husband Jean-Pierre.
Loved grandfather to Jennifer and her husband Brian, Jeffrey and his partner Lisa and great grandfather to Jillian Kane.
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SZEWCZYK, John - Passed away peacefully, at Trillum Mississauga Hospital, on Friday, March 12, 2021, at the age of 78 years.
Beloved partner of Nancy Weir.
Loving father of Suzanne Szewczyk of Mississauga, and John Szewczyk of Mississauga.
Cherished grandfather of Jordan Wylie and John Szewczyk Jr.
Dear brother of Peter Szewczyk and wife Marie of Toronto.
Loving uncle to Sarah Szewczyk, Adam Szewczyk and wife Adrianna.
Loving great-uncle to Victoria Szewczyk.
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FAWCETT, J. Jeffrey - In deep sorrow we announce the death of Jeff, Emeritus McRae-Quantec Professor of GeoSciences, University of Toronto on Friday March 12, 2021, at the age of 84.
He died at home in the presence of his family after a courageous six-month battle with cancer.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sylvia, his daughters Karen Elizabeth Fawcett McEwan and Margaret Ann Fawcett, and his granddaughter Ashley Ann McEwan who all loved him deeply.
He will be fondly remembered by his cousins, nephews, extended family and his many friends and former colleagues around the world.
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CHAPMAN, Robert 'Bob' Harvey - B.A, C.A. - October 23, 1944 – March 12, 2021 -
Bob passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer, with his family by his side.
He is survived by his best friend and wife of 52 years, Branka; his beloved daughters: Melissa (Daniel) and Kirsten (Neil); his cherished grandchildren: Taylor, Cameron, Lauren, Reid, Turner and Lillian; and his loving nephew, Tony (Gloria), niece, Tanya, and grandnephew, Markus.
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DORCAS, Cecilia Mary (nee LASTORIA) - Passed away peacefully, Friday, March 12, 2021, with her family by her side, shortly after celebrating her 100th birthday.
Mum was born on January 31, 1921 to Pasquali and Annie Lastoria in Toronto.
She married her longtime friend and lover Harold Arthur Dorcas in September 1949, who preceded her death June 30, 2019.
Sisters Kay and Francis and brother Edward also preceded her death.
Mum is survived by her son David and his wife Lynne, sons Bob and Glenn, grandson Conan and great-grandchildren Mario, Geno and Natalia.
Mum loved to love all people and always had a smile on her face, she had a wonderful spirit.
She was devoted to family throughout her entire life.
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GENCHI, Giuseppe - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Giuseppe, on Friday, March 12, 2021, at the age of 76.
Beloved husband of Teresa for 52 wonderful years.
He will be dearly missed by his two children, Rosanna (Mark) and Tony (Maria). Loving grandfather to four beautiful grandchildren, Nicholas, Tania, Luca and Erica.
Giuseppe also leaves behind his brother Vincenzo (Louisa), Margherita, Franco (Lucia) and his nephews, nieces and their children.
He was predeceased by his brothers Michele (Rosetta), Domenico (Maria) and his sister Maria.
Giuseppe was born in Bari, Italy and immigrated to Canada in 1964 where he built a wonderful life for himself and his family.
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NAKANO, Karen Kiyomi - Passed away at her home, on Friday, March 12, 2021, at the age of 56.
Beloved daughter of Eleanor and the late Jack.
Dear sister of Bart Nakano (Michelle) and the late Jennifer Nakano.
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PHILLIPS, Betty Marley - September 14, 1926 - March 12, 2021
Passed away peacefully, in her 94th year on Friday, March 12, 2021 with family by her side.
Beloved wife of the late Clifford Earle Phillips (1994), loving mother of Patti and Rod (Lydia) and grandmother of Genevieve.
Betty will be remembered in the hearts of family and friends for her friendly smile, kind heart and relentless energy.
We will all miss her warmth and love very much
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SCHRAMM, Ronald John - Suddenly passed at his residence, on March 12, 2021, in his 71st year.
Ronald leaves behind his mother Margaret, his daughter Kim, his brother Tom (Dorothy), and his sister Cathy (Mac).
He will be sadly missed by his nephews David (Marina), Keith (Marta) and Brian (Brit).
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LEARNING, Kevin J., SR., - 1932 – 2021 Our family is saddened to announce the passing of Kevin J. Learning, Sr. on Friday, March 12th.
Kevin is survived by his wife of 50 years, Pauline; brother, Patrick and family; McCarthy siblings, White siblings, Kevin's 8 living children, 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, his very close friends and relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws, the Carbonneaus, the Reddys, the Whiteway/Kings, the Whelan/Stewarts, the Robbins, the Butts/Dwyers, the Princes, the Hiscocks, the Campbells, the Sawlers, the Devereauxs, and the Gibsons.
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SANTOS, Luis Alberto - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Luis Alberto Santos, who passed away on March 11, 2021 in his 52nd year.
Cherished and loving son to Maria and the late Jaime, loving husband to Nancy, loving brother and role model to Jimmy and the late Daniel, brother-in-law to Lisa and Gina (Jim), and proud uncle to Liam, Emily, Charlotte and Xavier.
His adoration for children made it an honour for him to be godfather to those who had him.
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McCRACKEN, Iris Carrington - (May 10, 1925 – March 11, 2021) - Iris left peacefully on her last journey with her daughter Monique and son-in-law Jamie at her side. We are saddened but know that she will be lighting up the lives of those who receive her on the other side in her travels.
Iris was born in Toronto and studied Journalism and Public Administration at Lincoln University in Missouri. She was the first of her family of 6 brothers and sisters to graduate University.
Iris had a storied career; Writer, Producer at CBC, Executive Director of Montreal YWCA, Administrative services at Family Services Montreal. The second half of her career took her to the Canadian North where she was an Operations Manager for CBC Northern Radio Rankin Inlet, Frobisher Bay (Iqualuit), Development Coordinator, Iqaluit, and Co-ordinator of the Family Violence Prevention Plan Yellowknife.
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ROSSI, Secondo - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Secondo Rossi, on Thursday March 11th, 2021, in his 85th year.
He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Anna Maria. Cherished father to Silvia Maria, Vilma (Rick), and Rita Anna (Ron).
Loving grandfather of Rita (Anthony), Christina (Martin), Paul, Natalie, Andrew and Emma. Proud great-grandfather to Theo and Noah.
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TOMLINSON, Barbara (nee Parish) - Died peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, March 11th, 2021 at the age of 97.
She was devoted to her sons Paul and David and a kind, caring mother-in-law to Sara. Barbara embraced her role as "Nan" to grandsons Conor and Gavin for whom she was fierce, feisty and fun!
The University of Toronto figured prominently in Barbara's life where she graduated from the Institutional Management Program. She went on to work as a secretary in several departments and was a proud member of the Faculty Club.
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BURTON, Mavis Pearl - Our family is deeply saddened to announce the death of Mavis Pearl Burton on March 11th, 2021 at the age of 64.
Mavis touched the lives of everyone she met.
She was a sister to Anna (Cassie), Alston, Aldwyn, Roselyn, and predeceased by siblings Rosslyn, Kingsley, and Steve. Cousin to Toylin, the Alexander family from San Fernando Trinidad, and the Small family from Point Fortin, Trinidad.
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NOAH, Reginald Alfred - (July 16, 1937 - March 11, 2021) - Reginald Alfred Noah passed away unexpectedly at Humber River Hospital after complications from surgery.
Only child of Alfred William Noah and Beatrice (Raeburn), he leaves behind his beloved wife of 59 years Shirley (Britton).
Loving & supportive father to Randy (Stacey) of Ottawa, Cindy Noah (Roman Kruk) of Mississauga, and Wendy MacDougall (Frank) of Cambridge. Lovingly known as Papa to Brittni Haddock (Tristan) and Patrick MacDougall of Cambridge, Katie Noah (Tom Burn) and Tim Noah of Ottawa. He was looking forward to meeting his first great grandson due March 20 from Brittni & Tristan.
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