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SHARONE, Maurice – Peacefully passed at Baycrest, on Tuesday, December 14th, 2021.
Maurice Sharone, beloved husband of Nona. Loving father and father-in-law of Sarah (Gary), Michelle (Jack), David (Stephanie).
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EDELSTEIN, Clara - Clara Edelstein, 74, passed away on December 14, 2021, surrounded by her husband and family.
She had been fighting cancer for the last few months and her family is at peace knowing her suffering had come to an end.
Clara was born in Ukraine and pursued nursing studies after graduating high school, moving away from home. She excelled in her studies and went on to practice as a nurse prior to emigrating to Israel where she continued in the profession that she loved.
Clara was married to Lew and they have two children, Albert and Jill. Clara emigrated once again, moving to Canada where she worked at Baycrest Nursing home for over 20 years, serving the most vulnerable older adults and sharing her nursing expertise with her colleagues.
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LASH, Shirley Ann - September 30, 1930 - December 14, 2021
Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at the age of 91, at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, in Alliston, Ontario.
She was known for her sense of fashion, love of golf and working with local charities.
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MacDONALD, Randy Ahmed - Passed away peacefully on December 14, 2021 at Lisaard House in Cambridge, Ontario at the age of 67.
Loving father of Jennifer Bova (Nick).
Proud grandfather of Kayleigh and Emma.
Brother of Rod MacDonald (Diane) and Michael MacDonald.
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GRONSDAHL, Madeleine Estella (nee BINCH) - On December 14, 2021, our beloved mother, Madeleine Estella Gronsdahl (née Binch), passed away peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital, a few weeks prior to her 91st birthday.
She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered as a mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and animal lover.
In keeping with her longstanding wishes, cremation has already taken place, and in lieu of a Memorial Service, her family will hold a
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AFFLECK, Mary Jean (nee WILLIAMSON) - 83, passed away peacefully, on December 14, 2021.
Daughter of Dr. Lloyd Williamson and Viola (née Gibson).
Proud mother of Deborah Jean Affleck and Donald William Affleck.
Adored mother-in-law of Paul Buzbuzian and Caryn Affleck.
Loving grand-mama of Zachary, Nicholas and grand-pup, Charlie. MJ will be missed by her many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many close friends. MJ was born on May 10, 1938, in Hamilton, and was an avid Tiger Cats fan.
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PODKOWA, David - March 3, 1956 - December 14, 2021
Passed away at St. Michael's Hospital, shortly before midnight, on Tuesday, December 14th.
Predeceased by his mother and father, Joseph and Gloria Podkowa (nee Box).
Cherished father of Alexander.
David will be fondly remembered by his aunt and uncle, Mary and Stan Haliniak, as well as his many cousins.
In his early years, David worked for Conklin Carnival followed by many years at Canteen of Canada where he will be remembered by his many friends and colleagues.
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STASHIN, Stephen Michael - We are saddened to announce the passing of Stephen Michael Stashin, after a short illness, on December 14, 2021.
He leaves to mourn his wife Sherlita, daughter Sabrina, his siblings Kevin, Michael, and Erin.
In addition, he will be missed by his nieces and nephews, Graysen, Sydney, Matthew, Jason, and Justin, along with friends and relatives.
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REINHOLDT, Barbara Doreen (nee YOUNG) - In her 86th year, Barbara passed away peacefully on December 14, 2021, after a short battle with acute leukemia.
By her side were her beloved daughters, Karen Cooper (Bob) and Bobbi (Guy Pollen).
She was a loving grandmother to Kevin (Jaana), Kate (Will), Laura and Sean, and she was especially proud of her great-grandchildren, Liam, Owen and newborn Audrey.
Predeceased by her sisters, Roberta Hunt and Margaret Coles.
Barbara devoted her working life to the teaching profession and especially enjoyed her time as an elementary school teacher with the TDSB.
Best described by her family and many longtime friends as generous, cultured, and witty – she always enjoyed going to the theater, movies and symphony.
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PANZA, Theresa (M T) - August 1922 - December 2021
A life well lived It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our dear mother.
She was thoughtful, kind, and considerate.
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KOZDAS, Johanna Maria Coelestine (nee GRÖTZ) - It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Johanna, "Hannah" to her many friends, on December 14, 2021, in her 93rd year.
Johanna was predeceased by her Anton, her loving husband of 62 years. Loving mother to Johanna, Anthony and Charley.
Cherished grandmother to nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
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JONES, Carol Winnifred - December 26, 1927 – December 14, 2021
Carol's family announces her peaceful passing on December 14, 2021, at age 93.
Carol was predeceased by her loving husband, Reg Jones, in 1989.
She was fortunate to have enjoyed a full life marked with some travels, along with excellent health.
She was surrounded with love by her children Peter (Rebecca), Susan (Paul), and Karen (Bill).
Carol enjoyed close and special relationships with her grandchildren Mark, Lauren (Michael), Joanna (Robert), Kristen (Andrew), Leslie (Chris), and Natalie (Jake).
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HILL, Verne William - Verne William Hill, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021.
Beloved husband of Mary for 65 years.
Father to David, Peter (Marilyn), Steven (deceased 2008) (Monica) and Susan.
Grandfather to Emma, Adrian, Samantha (partner David Twigger), Jessica, Jacob (partner Ryan Siciliano), Andrew (partner Emma Rousseau), Julia, Shawn and Shannon. Great-grandfather to Avery William and Sutton Verne.
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FRASER, Andrew Gordon (Gord) - December 9, 1927 – December 14, 2021
Gord passed away after a lengthy illness on December 14, 2021.
He was predeceased by his wife Jean, who went ahead to set up the jazz club.
Best Dad ever to Cathy and Ken (Elizabeth).
Brother of Ada Hall (Gord, deceased) and the late Jim (Dorothy, deceased).
Special Grampa to Heather Barkley (David) and Andrea.
Very special Great-Grampa to Cecilia, Russell, Dylan, Jacob and Stuart.
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CARSON, Wayne Douglas - Born January 31, 1947 Died December 14, 2021 Born in Chatham, Ontario.
Lived most of his life in Toronto and retired to the country in Trent Hills where he finally had a bush lot and a shop.
He is survived by his adoring son, Brad Carson (Shanon Cassells).
Predeceased by his mother, Letty Marie Haring (nee Brown) and brother, Robert Carson.
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TAYLOR, Brian Hezekiah - Passed away at Joseph Brant Hospital, Burlington, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, surrounded by family.
Loving husband of Margaret (nee Finbow).
Cherished father of Sara Taylor Dauphin (Dave) of Cambridge, Jill Taylor of Cambridge and Ashley Boag (Daniel) of Burlington.
Grandfather of Sydney, Benjamin and Samantha.
Survived by his sister Thelma Filbee (Paddy) and Vivian Knight (John) of England.
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SAMPLE, Judy - It is with the deepest sadness that we announce Judy's passing.
She was a beloved friend, a selfless wife and mother and the most loving grandmother to her "grandma's girls".
She joins her husband Mark and leaves behind two much loved children Matthew and Melissa, their partners Melissa and Cory and three grandchildren Kali, Lily and Kathleen.
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FARMER, Mary Lou - Peacefully, with family by her side, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at the Retirement Home, Parkland on the Glen, at the age of 88.
Beloved wife of the late Al Farmer for 61 years.
Cherished mother of Terry (Roy), John (Janice), Gary (Lyne) and Kevin (Nina).
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KIM, Yong-Han - (1940 - 2021)- It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Yong-Han Kim, who passed away peacefully on December 13, 2021.
Born on May 27, 1940 in Koyang-Kun, Korea. Yong-Han Kim later married his wife, Sang-Sun Kim in 1971. He immigrated to Canada with dreams of establishing new family roots for future generations of the Kim Family. Along with his wife, they settled in Scarborough, Ontario where they raised their 2 sons Walter and John.
As a cabinet maker, he would often write his name and a couple of sentences about himself on the undersides of the cabinetry. With much of the cabinetry he built destined for Universities such as Harvard, Yale, and University of Toronto, he felt joy in “leaving his secret mark” in these institutions.
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ALI, Bernadette Sarina (née Hosein) - In loving memory of Bernadette Dain Sarina Ali ("Miss") (née Hosein), 77 years.
Bernadette, passed away suddenly on Monday, December 13th, 2021 at Seven Oaks LTC, Scarborough, ON Canada.
Beloved mother of Narisha. Cherished grandmother of Jazmin and Trinity. Dear daughter of Beatrice and Samuel P. Hosein, both predeceased. Loving sister of 8 brothers and 4 sisters - 6 brothers and 1 sister predeceased. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.
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GRELLA, Giuseppina - With great sadness and heavy hearts, the family of Giuseppina Grella announces the passing of a beloved wife, mother and Nonna on Monday December 13, 2021 at the age of 83.
Born on November 13, 1938 in Gesuiti, Cosenza, Calabria, Italy to Carlo & Concetta.
Forever in the heart of her loving and devoted husband, Michele. Loving mother to Carlo (Lucia) and Tommaso. Beloved Nonna to Alessia and Joseph. Survived by her adoring sister Anna Maria and predeceased by her brother Franco.
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MASTRANGELO, Antonio - Antonio Mastrangelo was born on January 17, 1935 in Boiano, Campobasso, Italy and passed away unexpectedly on December 13, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at the age of 86 years.
Antonio is the loving husband of Antonia Mastrangelo for 56 years. He is the loving father of Giovanni (Julie Maskell). Cherished grandfather of Matteo Maskell-Mastrangelo.
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BENNETT, Margaret "Ruth" (nee FOGERTY) - Ruth, age 90, died December 13, 2021 after a brief illness. B.A. (Hons) McMaster '52, MLS UofT '75.
Predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Charlie Fogerty; and her brother, Doug Fogerty.
Dear mother of Chris, Margie, and Graham.
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SALIVAN, Norma Anne (nee SIMPSON) - Norma was born on April 26, 1936, passed away peacefully, at the age of 85, on December 13, 2021 at Mackenzie Health Richmond Hill.
Predeceased by her husband Donald and daughter Dina.
She will be greatly missed by her son Gregg, grandchildren Grant (fiancé Kyla), Kirsten (partner Mackenzie) Aidan, and the many friends and family who will cherish her memory.
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RIDDELL, Brad - Passed away peacefully, at Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket, on December 13, 2021, at the age of 48, after a valiant battle with cancer.
At the time of his passing Brad was lovingly surrounded by his wife, as well as his best friend, Yan.
He will be deeply missed by his wife Paula; his cherished daughters, Kaitlyn and Megan; his parents, Brian and Janet; and his grandmother, Mary.
Brad will also be fondly remembered by his extended family and many friends and colleagues. Brad loved his family fiercely.
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McMILLAN, Robert Henry - April 7, 1931 - December 13, 2021
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Robert Henry "Harry" McMillan, on Monday, December 13, 2021.
Predeceased by his loving wife Brenda.
Harry was Dad to Paul, Nigel (Rosalind), Gordon and Suzanne (Karl).
Cherished Papa to Patrick and Sarah, Korey, Justin and Evan. Dad will be lovingly remembered by his family as a man determined to make a difference.
Those he touched quickly discovered he was funny, the life of the party, but more importantly he was always compassionate and deeply loyal. Harry was a builder who started work as a teenager at Harland & Wolff in Belfast.
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