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PIERRE, Frederick Ignatius -
January 19, 1928 - January 5, 2024
Passed peacefully, of natural causes at St. Joseph's Hospital in Toronto with his family by his side, in his 96th year.
Fred was a loving father to Andrew Pierre (Teresa) and Johan Wolff (Michaela); and a cherished grandfather to Rochelle, Camille (James), Sophia, Magnus, Dominic, Toa, Isabelle, Sacha and Nina.
He will be sadly missed by his brother, Cecil (Eleanor); and fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and extended family.
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SLADE, Douglas Gordon Fleming - Douglas was born February 20, 1939 and passed away January 4, 2024, after a lengthy battle with dementia and Parkinson's.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Lynne (Pierdon) Slade.
Very loving father to his children: Ian (Natalie), Paul (Jeannie), Randy (Leeann) and Tania.
He will be dearly missed by his 7 grandchildren: Brittany, Lindsey, Kayla, Jennifer, Stephanie, Emily and Tyler; as well as his 7 great-grandchildren: Jeremie, Eòin, Graham, Nora, Ava, Liam and Stella.
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BIRCH, Isabel Mary 'Frankie' (née Frankland) -
March 18, 1928 - January 4, 2024
After a life dedicated to others, Frankie died at North York General Hospital, due to a brief illness.
Beloved wife of the late John William Birch (2018). Much-loved mother of Kate (Dominic), Ken (Sheryl) and Jean (José). Adored grandmother to Joey, Olivia, Julia, Natalie and Christopher; and step-grandmother to Sean and Aaron.
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MacPHERSON, Susan Graham Macpherson - 77, of Peterborough, died peacefully in hospital on January 3, 2024, surrounded by family.
Susan loved bowling, and the eff word, swearing in general, and calling people unpublishable names.
If she called you one of these things, though, there was a pretty good chance she loved you a lot. She loved smoking weed. She loved Sudoku.
She loved John Prine, and music in general. She loved drinking coffee, smoking cigs and shooting the breeze.
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PIDZAMECKY CARELLA, Christina - Passed away unexpectedly in the early hours of Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at the age of 71.
Cherished wife of Rocco, the love of her life, with whom she was able to spend more than fifty (50!) beautiful, laugh-filled years.
Adoring mother of Nicholas (Michelle), and Andrea (Mallory).
Doting grandmother of Carter and Violet.
Dear sister of Taras (Ulana), Bob (Angie), Lee (Nancy), and Kathy (the late Walter).
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PITA, Antonio Pita, Jr. - It is with sadness that his family announces the passing of Antonio Pita on January 3, 2024, at the age of 81 years.
Antonio leaves to mourn: his children, Gabriela (Glenn Urquhart), and Patrice (Rafael Tolentino); his grandchildren, Olivia, Jessica, Daniella, and Michelle; his surviving brother, Jose Pita; first wife and mother to his children, Cleide Pita, and longtime ex-partner and dear friend, Teresa Pimenta.
He is also remembered for his beloved son, Cristiano Pita, who passed in 2000, as well as the cherished family he adored as his own: Manuel Pacheco, his wife, Liliane, and their children, Vanessa and Lucas, who mourn the loss of their grandfather.
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SUTHERLAND, Susanna Edith - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Susanna Edith Sutherland on January 3, 2024.
She was surrounded by her family and the prayers of all those she had known and loved.
Beloved mother of Ted and his wife, Courtney Knude, and Fr. Juan Diego CFR.
Proud grandmother of Sarah and Joshua Knude. Susann was the loving sister of Barb Wade (late Art Wade) and devoted aunt of their children, Nancy, Jim, and the late Wendy.
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GLICKSMAN, Ruth - On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at home.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, Sidney.
Loving mother and mother-in- law of David Glicksman and Ellen Drevnig, Fern Glicksman and Norman Gold.
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ENYEDI, Elizabeth (nee Erzsébet Vajda) - It is with immense sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Elizabeth Enyedi on January 2, 2024.
Born on August 1, 1932, in Maros Ludas, Transylvania, Elizabeth was the eldest child of Ferenc Vajda and Regina Vajda (née Láposi).
She supported her parents with the raising of her siblings (late János, András, late Ferenc, late Joska, Jolán, István) during WWII, and later when she was forced to escape her place of birth.
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CYMEK, Helena (nee BRZOSTOWSKA) -
1930 - 2024
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Helena Cymek née Brzostowska on Monday, January 1, 2024, at the age of 93.
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HYMAN, Valerie Elliot - Passed away peacefully on January 1, 2024.
She was born in London, England, and came to Canada in 1954.
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CROMWELL, Josephine - Born May 4, 1931 in County Armagh, Northern Ireland. Died peacefully at home in the presence of her family on January 1, 2024.
Josephine and Joe came to Toronto in 1953, thus beginning a happy marriage of 65 years until Joe's death in 2018.
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KERR, Rodney McOuat, FCIS -
March 5, 1937 - January 1, 2024
After a brief illness, Rod died at the age of 86.
He was born in Montreal to the late Clive and Gertrude Kerr (McOuat). He was predeceased by his brother, Garry Kerr (Medy).
Rod was the beloved husband, best friend and crossword puzzle partner to Lois (nee Doig).
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NORRIS, Alfred (Alf) Norris - Died peacefully on January 1, 2024 at the age of 86.
Alf is survived by his wife, Ruth of almost 65 years; children, Janet (Adam), Larry (Susan) and Lynne (Bruce); and grandchildren, Cameron (Jen), Alexander, Gillian, Chloe, Luc, Kaleigh, Connor and Cole; his sisters Sandra (Jack, deceased) and Dianne (Brian, deceased) and his brother Don (Kaaren, deceased).
Alf always had a smile and warm greeting for everyone, especially: family, friends, neighbours and co-workers at the CBC – where he worked for 38 years. He was loved by all who knew him.
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HILTON, Susanne Farris -
June 17, 1964 - January 1, 2024
In the early hours of January 1st, our beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend Susanne died peacefully in hospital.
The daughter of Donalda (Farris) and David Hilton, Susanne was a world traveller from the get-go, shipping out from Tokyo to Canada at the tender age of 3 weeks.
She continued to explore the world for many decades thereafter.
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McLACHLAN, Richard 'Dick' -
July 31, 1931 December 31, 2023
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Richard 'Dick' McLachlan, a charismatic husband, father and grandfather.
Richard passed away, at age 92, on New Year's Eve, December 31, 2023, of heart failure at the Royal Victoria Hospital (The Glen) in Montreal. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Richard lived a rewarding and successful life.
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EZENHOUSE, Leonard Morris - On Sunday, December 31, 2023, at North York General Hospital.
Beloved husband of Fern Lukofsky.
Loving father and father-in-law of Rhonda Dezenhouse, Pam and Glenn Davis, Shayne Dezenhouse and Grant Brown. Fondly remembered by his 1st wife, Sandra Dezenhouse.
Dear brother and brother-in-law of Miriam Waldman, Fern Dezenhouse and Ron Page, Barbara and the late Israel Dizenhuz, Annette and Julius Needleman.
Devoted zaidy of Alley and Billie, Andrew and Hilary, Joshua, Boomer, Jessy and Kyle, devoted great-grandfather of Sloane, Asher, and Kole. Will be missed by Elaine and Robbie Goldberg, Marla Lukofsky and Thyra Andrews, Suzanne and Gordon, Lisa and Gevi, Autumn, and River.
At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West, for service on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Interment Beth Torah Section at Pardes Shalom Cemetery. Shiva 15 Greystone Gate, Maple.
Memorial donations may be to Baycrest for Research for Dementia, www.baycrestfoundation.org.
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WELSH, Marjorie Isobel (nee POWER) -
June 30, 1930 – December 31, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Marjorie Welsh at the age of 93.
Marjorie was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Kenneth.
A loving mother of John and Lorraine (Steven). Best Mom Ever!
She was predeceased by her parents, Charlotte and Stephen Power and the youngest of eight children all predeceased, Jeffrey, Dorothy (Babe), Fred, Ken, Irene, Ernie and John.
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PUODZIUNAS, Leonard - Passed away at home, in Toronto, on Sunday, December 31, 2023 at the age of 64.
Cherished son of Inna and the late Victor.
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HALLIWELL, Margaret Jessie - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Halliwell, pianist, teacher, mentor, mother and loyal friend.
She died on December 31, 2023 with her loving husband, Don MacDonald by her side.
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McGRATH, Anne Smith Munro - On December 30, 2023, Anne left the party.
She was always the first to arrive and the last to leave.
Over the past years, she saw many of her friends and family leave before her.
With 30 years in a wheelchair as a result of a stroke, at almost 97 she chose to keep dancing in her heart.
A few years earlier with only her right side operational she joined a gym-always hopeful and determined.
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SCOTT, John Paul - Died peacefully on December 30, 2023, at age 74, after a brief illness and having fought Parkinson's disease as well as mental health and addiction challenges for 25 years.
Paul is survived by his children, Patrick, Louise and Alice; and his former partner, Wendy.
He will be remembered fondly by a number of close friends.
Born in Apsley, Ontario, to John and Doreen (née Edwards), and a graduate of York University, Paul spent his adult life in Toronto as a highly regarded civil servant.
Notably, he worked on the foundation of the Employment Equity Commission, and later oversaw Y2K preparations for the Government of Ontario.
While Paul's later years involved some struggles, his family remain incredibly grateful that he survived his afflictions to meet his daughter-in-law, Corrie; son-in-law, Charles; and his four grandchildren, Jack, Margaret, Declan and Maisie.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Those wishing to make a donation can contribute to The 519 Community Centre or the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's research.
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BONGARD, David Strachan -
1930 - December 30, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing at age 93 of Strachan Bongard.
Strachan leaves to mourn his beloved wife and devoted partner of more than forty years, Sally (Birks); his children, Gaynor (Stefano), Sara Bongard (Roger), Anna (Bill) and their mother Sue; stepchildren, Sarah, Ashley (James Smith) and John (Lee Medeiros) Hennessy; his 11 grandchildren, James, Oliver, Edward, Lex, Tats, Alessandra, Eugenia, Olivia, Charlotte, Wills and Annabel; and 12 great-grandchildren.
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NICHOLS, Craig Robert Nichols - Craig was born on December 5, 1959, to Doris and Bob Nichols, in Toronto, Ontario.
He passed away on December 29, 2023, after a very sudden decline in his health.
He was a hard worker starting as a paper boy for the Toronto Star. His most notable workplaces include Sam The Record Man, CKMS, BENT, UniLever and Metrolinx. He was also a director on the board for Equity Credit Union.
He sadly did not get to enjoy his retirement years.
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BIESENTHAL, Donna Jean Biesenthal - Age 83, passed away peacefully, on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto.
Donna was predeceased by her parents, Erma and Gordon Biesenthal.
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