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FRANKLIN, Betty Jane Wright - Betty Jane Wright Franklin, lovingly known as “Nana” and “Sugar” was born August 14th, 1930, in Benton County, Tennessee. Betty died on October 9th, 2021, at the age of 91 after a courageous and dignified 14-month battle with cancer.
She was surrounded by her husband John, their children and grandchildren in the comfort of her son and daughter-in-law’s home in Aurora, Ontario, Canada.
Betty is survived by her beloved and devoted husband of 62 years, John Burr Franklin and her loving children Wes and daughter-in-law Kay-Lee Franklin, daughter Katina Franklin, son Randy Franklin and her younger sister Mary Nell Miller.
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JEPHSON, Theresa Anne (Hardcastle) - Passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 after a courageous fight with cancer.
Born 1959 in Toronto, Theresa was the much loved daughter of Christine and the late Douglas.
Theresa was the proud and unconditionally loving mother of Douglas and Katlyn Hardcastle, who inherit her compassion, generosity and kindness towards others.
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PICKLES, Doris Marie - (March 5, 1930 - October 9, 2021) - In her 91st year, Doris passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Robert Pickles, her son Terrence and her sister and brother Lois and Don.
Survived by her loving children Barbara, Kenneth, Darrell, Lois and Robert.
Much loved nanny to Tracy, Roy, Valerie, Timmy, Andrew, Danielle and Jodie. Great nanny to Anthony, Victoria, Liam, Jacob and Jordyne. Dear sister to Puis, Maurice and Alden.
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URQUHART, Noreen Flora (BELL) - Forever in our hearts
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 9, 2021 at the age of 85.
Beloved wife of the late Gordon.
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TONER, Henry "Harry" - It is with great sadness that the family of Henry "Harry" Toner announce his peaceful passing on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the age of 92.
Harry will be remembered by his loving wife of 65 years, Audrey; son, Gary (Linda); grandchildren, Courtney (Sarah), Hailey, Michael, and Jessica (Shirwan); great-grandchildren, Grayson, Hadley and Melodie.
Harry had a successful career as a barber in the Toronto downtown core, once being quoted calling himself "the Ann Landers of Toronto men's hairstylists."
He loved betting at the racetrack and indulging in chocolate bars.
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GREENWOOD, David Cartwright - July 11, 1941 - October 9, 2021
It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of our beloved patriarch. Born in Toronto.
Married for 56 years to Beverlee (nee Orme), he was a devoted husband and an amazing father to Jennifer (Darrell Waisberg) and Jessica (Allen Black) and the best grandfather anyone could ask for to Joshua Black, Ethan Waisberg, Cooper Waisberg, and Meaghan Black.
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TEMPLETON, Doprothy (PORTER) - Dorothy (Doe), 93, passed away on October 9, 2021, at Providence Unity with her daughter Linda at her side, after a long battle with Alzheimer's and more recently cancer.
Dorothy was born December 28, 1927 to Elizabeth and George Porter in Holywood, Ireland.
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COOK, Carol Ann (Sooaru) - 55, of Toronto, went home to be with Jesus on October 9, 2021. Her loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened. Carol passed away while sleeping quietly.
Carol is predeceased by her father Voldemar Sooaru and mother Mary Sooaru.
She is survived by her husband Stephen Cook, brother David Sooaru, son James Sooaru, and granddaughter Skylar Sooaru-Armstrong.
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TYNAN, Kevin Anthony - June 5, 1951 - October 9, 2021
Arrived from Templemore, County Tipperary, Ireland on May 28, 1972.
Son of Michael and Margaret Tynan (both deceased).
Brother of Mary Cavanna (deceased) (Luigi), Peggy Freeman, Mike (deceased), Joe (Rena), Jimmy (Susan Montemiglio), and Claire Hodgson (Bill deceased).
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SPRINGLE, William "Bill" - On October 9, Bill Springle (89) passed away peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Loving husband to Doreen, father to Cheryl (David) Wiseman, Stephen (Anne) and Gordon (Magda), grandfather to Salem, Olivia, Madeline, Rachel and William, brother to Libby (Bernie) Racinsky and Margaret Springle.
He is predeceased by his parents Jozef and Vlasta Springle and his brother Charlie. Born February 6, 1932 in Czechoslovakia, Bill's family immigrated two years later to Minitonas, Manitoba.
A move was made to Burlington, Ontario during his teenage years.
Marrying Doreen in 1958, family life expanded and also many opportunities came to use his talents in singing, teaching and leadership at the Toronto Czechoslovak, then Bramalea and Maple Avenue (Georgetown) Baptist Churches.
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SORENSEN, Tove - February 3, 1924 - October 9, 2021
Tove Toft Sorensen passed away peacefully, in Ottawa on Saturday, October 9, 2021.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Hans in 2016, and leaves behind her son Soren (Betsy).
Tove will be missed by family and friends in Denmark and Canada.
She looked forward to visits and telephone conversations with many longtime friends.
Special thanks to the Glebe Centre staff and volunteers for the care and companionship that she received there.
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FRANGAKIS, James - Passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 90.
Jim was the beloved husband of Velma Grace (Hills) for 64 years.
Loving father of Cyndra McGoldrick (Karen Rumball), Greg Frangakis (Larissa), and Brad Frangakis (Carol).
Cherished grandfather of Steve (late Lynsey), Ryan (Samantha), Elise (Dylan), Carley (Jordan), Kimberley (Vuk), Kaitlyn, Chanel (Adam), and Savanna (Josh).
Great-grandfather of Aubrey. Jim was formerly an Employee of Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Rexdale, ON; North American Rockwell, Columbus, Ohio; A.V. Roe, Malton, ON, and attended the University of Detroit for Aeronautical Engineering.
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COWAN, Toni - Peacefully with her family by her side, Antoinette "Toni" Noreen Cowan (nee France), passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, in her 84th year.
Predeceased by her husband, Peter Cowan and her beloved daughter, Laura.
She will be forever loved by her daughter Lesley (Scott), her grandchildren Cheryl, Ashleigh, Jennifer (Colin), Cameron (Liza), and all of her great-grandchildren Brooke, Austin, Preston, Jessica, Emily, Danny, Sophie and Louie.
Toni will be lovingly and always remembered by her sister Karen, niece Kimberley, her extended family and friends.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at LaSalle retirement community in Burlington where she was lovingly cared for, for the last six years.
Thank you to the staff at Cama Woodlands who gave her comfort in her final days.
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TRUDGE, Billie - Born October 9th 1965, passed away October 9, 2021.
Left behind his loving wife, three children, and brothers and sisters.
He had a successful business providing DJ services and sound equipment rental for special occasions such as wedding and schools.
A strong-willed man who valued family and the pursuit of higher education as a means to inspire change.
Loved sports and helping guide others. Dearly missed by all.
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FLORES, Shirley - Peacefully at Brampton Civic Hospital, on Saturday, October 9, 2021.
Shirley Flores, at the age of 71 years, beloved wife of Jaime Flores.
Loving mother of Deborah (Marek).
Cherished grandmother of Joshua (Holly), Jordan (Stephanie), and Suella (Justin).
Proud great-grandmother of Nathan, T.J., Nikolas, Gabriel, Grayson, and Sarah.
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JACK, W. Leslie - September 25, 1934, to October 9, 2021
Beloved husband, dad, grandfather, uncle, JD Smith driver, Kingsview Chess Club founder, world traveler. Native of Ardstraw, Ireland, and childhood donkey owner.
Adventured for 64 years with your sweetheart, Fran, to Grafton and southward as a snowbird camper and bird watcher. Recently aka “Jack.” Known for the bluest eyes. Irish eyes that smiled. And twinkled with mischief.
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DAVIDSON, Ella Irene - April 16, 1932 - October 9, 2021 - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear Aunt Ellie who passed away peacefully at home in the care of her loved ones.
Ellie was the beloved wife to the late Gerald Davidson for 59 wonderful years who has been waiting patiently in heaven for the past 9 years for the love of his life to arrive.
She will be forever missed and never forgotten by her nephew Gary and his wife Linda, Niece Nancy and Great Niece’s Cara, Dana and Darcy and their families.
Ellie’s smile, warm heart and delightful sense of laughter always lit up the room and will surely be missed.
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ROSS, Mary McGinley - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Mary Ross on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the age of 90.
Predeceased by her husband, Norman.
Beloved mother of Michael (Debby) and Cathy (Hugh).
Loving Granma to Scott (Jenn), Christopher, Michael (Andrea), Sarah, Kelly (Curtis) and Brian (Jenna).
Proud great grandmother to Milli, Grace, James, Evey, Callum, Max, Abby, Russell and Eleanor.
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CHUMAKOV, Boris Theodore - 83, of Toronto, Ontario passed away on Saturday October 9, 2021, at Hospice Vaughan after a brief, but devastating illness.
He was born in Belgrade, Yugoslavia and emigrated to Canada in 1954, settling in London, Ontario and eventually Montreal, Quebec and Toronto, Ontario. He taught high school social studies in Montreal and retired as a senior scholar after 28 years at York University.
Boris is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Joanne (nee Miller), his daughter Elizabeth Galitzine, son Michael Chumakov, son-in-law Gregorii, daughter-in-law Melissa and grandchildren Peter, Ksenia and Theodore Galitzine and Ariadna and Ilya Chumakov.
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STURINO, Mary Emma - August 31, 1928 - October 9, 2021
Mary was born and raised in the Junction; her parents Carmen and Teresa Prezio were hardworking immigrants from Calabria, Italy.
Mary had four brothers and a strong bond with each of them and had a special relationship with Frank and his wife Janet.
They travelled together and spent many days on the senior bus to the casino.
Mary met her husband Otty at a local dance and their romance began.
They were wed on April 3, 1948 and were blessed with four children Jim (Carole), Ron (Brenda), Larry (Dian) and Rick(Caroline).
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TAKAC, Karol (DEDA) - 1932-2021 Passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 7:02 a.m.
Beloved husband of the late Julia (Babka).
Caring and loving father of Karol (Sylvia), Dusan and Darina (Richard). Beloved Deda to April, Tiffani, Karly, Jessica, Nicole and Natalie. Great-Deda to Nathan, Abbey, Maddison, Wesley, Tristan and Austin.
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CAVALLO, Carolina - Passed away peacefully at her home on October 9, 2021 at the age of 92.
Beloved wife of Rocco, loving mother to Vito (Tracie) and Elena (Alan).
Cherished Nonna to Maria, Caterina, Adam, Michael (Kim), Laura and Stephen.
Carolina was a quiet, kind and gentle woman.
She was loved by all of us and we will miss her.
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RAMSARAN, Mitradyal 'Mitch' - It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the death of Mitch Ramsaran on October 9, 2021.
Beloved Husband, Loving Father, Uncle, Brother, Friend and much more.
He was cherished, admired and will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife Nancy, his sons Andrew and David and his daughter-in-law Rajpreet.
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MORRIS, John Frederick 'Fred' - Peacefully at Southlake Regional Hospital in Newmarket on Saturday October 9, 2021 at the age of 78 years.
Beloved husband of the late Margaret Ann Morris (2000).
Loving father of Cheryl McIntosh of Keswick. Son of the late John and Lillian Morris.
Cherished friend of Lillian Houle of Keswick.
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AXELROD, Joel - On Saturday, October 9, 2021.
Joel Axelrod, beloved husband of Helen Scolnick, and the late Barbara Axelrod.
Loving father and father-in-law of Michael and Lisa, Jeffrey Axelrod and John, Steven and Jennifer, Brian and Meredith, and Michelle and Marc Moll.
Dear brother of Ruth Morris.
Devoted grandfather of Ben, Emily, Kyle, Tyler, Noah, Max, Lucas, Melissa, and Amanda.
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LAZAR, Russell - On Saturday, October 9, 2021 at North York General Hospital.
Russell Lazar beloved husband of Elizabeth.
Loving father and father-in-law of Noah Lazar and Matthew Radford.
Dear brother and brother-in-law of Alan, Philip and Esther, and Jimmy and the late Nancy Lazar.
Devoted grandfather of Andrew.
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