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GOODFELLOW, James Gibney "Gib" -
October 25, 1941 - February 21, 2024
Gib will be missed dearly by his wife, Phyllis; by his daughter, Karen and her partner, David Zayachkowski; his son, David and his wife, Cidalia; his three "GrandAdults," Tommy, Morgan, and Ash; as well as his sister-in-law, Barb Hopkins; and many friends, neighbours, and colleagues.
Gib was a passionate educator who was an advocate for human rights, social justice and environmental action.
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SISLEY, Margaret (Peggy) Danville - In the comfort of her home, Peggy quietly slipped away on February 21, 2024.
She is pre-deceased by her husband and dearest companion, Don.
Peggy is survived by her devoted family Peter (Sheila), Hugh (Katy), Ann (Beatty); cherished grandchildren Andrew (Megan), Ashleigh (Simon) and Meagan (Strachan), Todd (Samantha), Paige (Michael), Crew, Jillian, Stephanie and Philip, and Robin (Carter), Bay (Michael) and Jamie (Victor); and ten great-grandchildren to date.
She is pre-deceased by her sister, Elizabeth Henderson.
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DUNNE, Kenneth James - Peacefully at St. Joseph's Health Centre, on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at the age of 58.
Dearly beloved husband of Tamara Benoit. Loving son of Rita and the late Dennis Dunne and son-in-law of the late Don and Pat Benoit.
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REYNOLDS, Gertrude Eulaine "Lennie" (nee McLEAN) -
October 6, 1932 - February 21, 2024
After a long struggle with cancer, Lennie passed away in hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
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HUGHES, Kenneth Roy - Our dear Kenneth Roy Hughes, age 94, has sailed on to a peaceful rest.
His beloved wife of 63 years, Eileen, and daughters, Bronwen and Vanessa were at his side to see him off on his journey, second only to the epic voyage Ken and Eileen took in their sailboat, Ithaca, which Ken built and sailed to Florida.
He is also loved by his sons-in-law, Egidio and Murray, his nephews and niece by his sister, Brenda, Patti, Craig and wife, Suzy, and Lee, Marina, and our extended families in Canada and England.
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BURNHAM, Dr. Willets Mcintrye (Mac) -
July 1, 1939 - February 20, 2024
Mac died peacefully at home after experiencing symptoms of heart failure for some time.
Mac was a beloved professor in the University of Toronto Pharmacology Department, where he taught, conducted research and worked closely with graduate students for nearly 50 years.
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WHITTALL, Boyd - Boyd died peacefully, in Montreal on February 20, 2024.
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Susan.
He will be very much missed by his children, Wendy (Tim Hartley), Mark, Cathy (Gordon Harris) and Jane.
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NESBITT, Joseph Robert -
April 20, 1988 – February 20, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family share the message that Joe, age 35, of Toronto, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2024, with the help of MAID and a caring doctor and nurse.
At Joe's request he died in his own home. Joe journeyed for almost two years against all odds with pancreatic cancer.
Born April 20, 1988, in Toronto, Joe leaves behind his wife of six years, Michelle LeHane; his parents, Rev. Brenda McKay (Bob McKay) and Robert M. Nesbitt.
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SOLOWAY, Susan Soloway - A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on February 19, 2024, in Toronto, at the age of 77.
Susan is survived by her devoted husband, John, her cherished children, Sarah and Jake (Lisa), her caring brother, Lawrence (Joanne), and her six adoring grandchildren.
Susan was born in 1946 to Hyman and Ruth Soloway and raised in the McKellar Park area of Ottawa, where she attended Broadview P.S. and Nepean H.S.
She was both very attractive and academically successful.
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BULL, Douglas Bull - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Sunnybrook Health Sciences, Toronto, in his 76th year.
He was the dearly beloved husband of Patricia Bull (nee Lachine), loving son of the late Carl and Myrtle Bull, and cherished brother of Victor (Charlotte).
Uncle to Douglas (Candice), Jeremy, Matthew Moncrieff (Louise), and Neil Moncrieff and great-uncle to Rachel, Austin, Andrew, Ari, Connor, Truman and Farley.
Dear brother-in-law of Michael Lachine and Debbie Lachine.
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BEDFORD, Stephen James -
1967 - 2024
Steve Bedford passed away on February 18, 2024, at Toronto Western Hospital, from multiple health issues related to schizophrenia.
He was the son of Paul Bedford and the late Eugenia Bedford.
Steve graduated from the University of Toronto in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics, and enjoyed working on, and solving complex mathematical problems.
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VESELY, Nicholas -
1953 - 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Nicholas D. Vesely on February 18, 2024.
Born on March 3, 1953, in Montreal to Joseph and Susan Vesely, Nick moved to Toronto to begin his career where he met Heidi and began their life of 37 years together.
Nick was a kind and gentle soul, loved by all who knew him and will be missed dearly by his family and many friends.
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PILLA, Domenico Pilla - Surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully, on February 18, 2024, at the age of 95.
Domenico was a devoted husband to Rosa; a cherished father to Antonio, Madeline (Richard), and Mary (John); a proud and doting nonno to Alexandra and Jessica; Domenico was also a treasured brother to Pasquale, Nicola, Giovanni, and Maria.
Domenico is survived by his wife, children, granddaughters, and sister, all of whom are eternally grateful to him for the perfect example of love, compassion, and faithfulness that he was to them. He will be missed beyond measure.
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LOCKETT, Blair -
August 23, 1953 - February 17, 2024
Unexpectedly, Blair died February 17th. Left to mourn are husband, Will; children, Gillian (Alex), Allison (Jason), Graeme and grandchildren, Freya, Rhys, Gwenyth, and Nina.
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HIGGINS, Terrance Edward -
December 17, 1952 - February 17, 2024
Unexpectedly on the morning of February 17th, Terry passed away at home, in the presence of his loving wife and soulmate, Debra.
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MCGARRITY, John Gordon McGarrity - (73) passed away on February 17, 2024, surrounded by family.
John was predeceased by his parents, Alberta Lily and Adam Scott McGarrity.
John will be dearly missed by his brother, David and cousin, Gail (Richard) and their families, as well as many cousins.
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ANWAR, Rashid Ahmad - On Saturday, February 17, 2024, Dr. Rashid Ahmad Anwar died at Sunnybrook Hospital, in the presence of his sons, Kerim and Selim Anwar.
Dr. Anwar was born on October 15, 1930, at Nakodar, District Jullundur, Punjab, British India.
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SIMONE, Orazio - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Orazio Simone on February 17, 2024, at the age of 80, surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his adoring wife of 57 years, Mary Simone; his three children, Carlo, Cristina and Sam.
He was predeceased by his parents, Pasquale and Pasqua; and his sister, Teresa.
A very special thanks to Dr. Louie and the doctors and staff at Sunnybrook Hospital.
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WOLDRING, Roelf Dirk Joesf - We are sad to announce the sudden passing of Roelf Dirk Josef Woldring on January 16, 2024.
Born in Holland on December 24, 1947, Roelf immigrated to Canada with his family in July 1954.
He was raised near Montreal and lived in the Greater Toronto area.
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HARRISON, Barbara Tudor (nee SMITH) - Barbara Tudor Harrison, born in Birmingham, UK, on August 4, 1930, died in Toronto on February 16, 2024.
Raised in London but evacuated during the war to Bridgewater, Barbara graduated with an Honours B.Sc. from the University of Birmingham and travelled to Hamilton, ON, to pursue an M.Sc. in Zoology at McMaster University.
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SPRADLING, Hal Sidney Spradling - Aged 83, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2024, at St. Michael's Hospital.
A man of remarkable tenacity, Hal's life was a testament to hard work and dedication.
He began his career in the Texas cotton fields, later excelling in the textiles and self-storage industries, notably co-founding XYZ Storage in 1997, contributing significantly to the self-storage industry for over 40 years.
A proud US military veteran, he was known for his resilience, work ethic, and dedication.
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FRUM, Miranda Ann - Suddenly of natural causes on Friday, February 16, 2024, at her home in New York at the age of 32.
Miranda Frum, beloved daughter of Danielle and David.
Dear sister and sister-in-law of Nathaniel Saul and Isabel Clay Frum, and Beatrice Sarah Worthy Frum.
Devoted granddaughter of Yvonne and the late Peter Worthington, and the late Max Crittenden, and the late Barbara and Murray Frum.
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NAGY, Bruce Frederick Nagy - B. F. Nagy, of Toronto and Kingston, passed away at age 67, surrounded by family.
On Friday, February 16, 2024, Bruce died after a brave fight against a sudden illness.
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PIDZAMECKY, Karl (Karol) -
December 16, 1923 - February 16, 2024
Born in Potochyshche, Horodenka Raion, Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, Ukraine.
Passed away peacefully, at the Ukrainian Canadian Саге Centre, Toronto, in his 101st year. Loving fatheг of Raymond, Tom, and the late Rev. Subdeacon Michael.
Cherished grandfather of Аагоn (Victoria), Alexis (Nick), Rachael (Adam), Кіга (Julian), and Derek; and treasured great-grandfather of Тауlог, Joгdan, Axton, and Avyn.
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KLASSEN, Doreen Eleanor (nee TERREY) - Died peacefully, at home on February 15, 2024, in her 96th year.
Beloved wife of the late George Ross and the late Harry Klassen.
Loving mother of Jennifer (Bob), Kathleen (Bruce), and George Arthur (Trudie).
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GRAY, Anne Margaret - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Margaret Gray at the Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital in Toronto, on February 15, 2024.
Anne fought a 12-month battle with cancer with grace and determination.
Anne was born in Scarborough, Ontario on October 24, 1960, and was predeceased by her parents, Peter and Jean Gray; and her first husband, Michael Psaki.
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