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WARRANDER, Agnes - It is with sadness we announce the passing of Agnes, 88 years old, of Bolton.
Agnes passed away peacefully on Monday, August 2, 2021 at King Nursing Home, Bolton.
Loving wife of the late Jock Warrander, mother of Ian (Anne), and Heather.
Grandmother of Hailey (deceased) and Charlotte (Tyler).
Sister of Hazel, Bella (Teddy), Kathy and Freddie, predeceased by siblings Mary, Elsie, Charlie, Bill, Henry and Betty.
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LAMB, Gloria Linda - On Monday, August 2, 2021, Gloria passed away peacefully after a long and heroic battle with cancer.
She left this world as she lived it, surrounded by family and dear friends.
She is survived by her husband Doug; her sisters Genevieve and Janet, and sister-in-law Carla; her brother Brian; her step-sisters Sherry and Laurie; her children Erik and Ashley; her step-sons David, Geoffrey, and Sean; her daughters-in-law Joanna, Lisa, Maggie, and Stephanie; her grandchildren Keenan, Tristan, Teddy, Charlie, Olivia, Halle, Simone, and Jacob; step-grandchildren Taylor, Shalayne, Caelen, and Liam; and her many cousins, family members, and friends.
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MIDDLETON, Donald Westman - Only son of the late Earl and Wilda (nee Westman) Middleton. Born in 1928 at the township of London. Died August 2, 2021.
Survived by his husband Filomeno Jose (married October 25, 2020) and predeceased by his partner of 62 years, Clayton Wilson. Filomeno was Don’s constant support for more than 40 years.
Don was born on a farm and worked in the family grocery store in London, was educated at St. Mary’s Collegiate, and raised in the United Church.
He served as a Middlesex County Representative and Provincial President of Junior Farmers before accepting a position as a Secretary Fieldman of the local Federation of Agriculture.
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WRIGHT, Barbara Jill - It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jill Wright on August 2,2021 after a short battle with cancer.
Jill was a fun out going person who smile would light up the room.
She loved to laugh and socialize with anyone who came in her presence.
Jill was an avid teddy bear collector who just couldn’t resist a cute face.
Her interest included travelling reading crafting and spending time with friends and family.
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WALSH, Thomas Patrick Joseph - (Former Mayor of Adjala-Tosorontio) At Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, on Monday, August 2, 2021.
Tom Walsh, in his 85th year, beloved husband of the late Mary (Bawn).
Loving father of Francis (Shelley), Patricia (George) Nevils, Teresa (Ron) Stephenson, Mike (Erin), Thomas (Shelley), Jim (Laurie), Robert (Jennifer), Debbie (Darryl) Barber, and Bill.
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CONSTABLE, Kenneth John - (of Fred Constable & Son Ltd.)
Passed peacefully in his sleep at Southlake Regional Health Centre on August 2, 2021 in his 82nd year.
Husband of the late Sandra Currie (2016). Father of Kevin (Nicole) and Kerri.
Step-father of Terry (Grant) Spurdle and Kevin Hawley.
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GATTI, Ercolina - God called Ercolina back home on August 2, 2021 at the age of 86.
She is now reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband Giovanni.
She leaves to mourn children, Mary (Mike), Giorgio (Carolyn), and Bruno (Mary).
Proud Nonna to Sara (Aldo), Paul (Amanda), David (Marie-Soleil), Nadia (Mike), Mark, Sierra, and Vanessa.
Adoring Bisnonna to Mya, Julia, Miles, Bianca, and Mila.
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BETTENCOURT, Maria Leonesa - Called to God at home with family by her side on Monday August 2, 2021 at the age of 94.
Cherished mother of Fatima and her husband Americo.
Proud vovó to her 'caras lindas' granddaughters, Sydney & Nicole.
Loving sister of her brother João.
She is now reunited in heaven with her dear husband José Bettencourt, her parents João and Maria Amélia and her siblings Maria, Amélia, Leontina, Manuel, Antonio, Estulano, José, Artur and Luciano.
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LA TOUCHE, Neris Elizabeth - Neris La Touche, 68 of Toronto, went home to Jesus at 5pm on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the Toronto General Hospital.
She was born March 27th, 1953 in Pomme Rose, St. David’s, Grenada to Catherine Telesford and O’dolye La Touche.
She is survived by her only daughter Shanta Rennie, son-in-law Andre Rennie, and step-grandson Josiah Rennie. Also surviving are her four siblings, Terry La Touche, Trevor La Touche, Hermyline Caesar and Zilma Brace. Sisters-in-law Gloria and Helen La Touche and brothers-in-law Joseph Caesar and David Brace.
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SYRTASH, John Tibor - Beloved partner of Orly Katz. Loving father and father-in-law of Joshua Syrtash, Elana and David Ochs and Jeremy and Megan Syrtash. Dear brother and brother in law to Peter and Marilyn Syrtash. Devoted grandfather of Ella, Evan, Emily, Coby and Jonah.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of John Syrtash on Sunday August 1, 2021 at the age of 68. He was a child of holocaust survivors.
John was a prestigious family law lawyer and distinguished author. John’s dedication and hard work led to the “Get” legislation, amendments to Canada’s Divorce Act and Ontario’s Family Law Act, designed to help spouses obtain religious divorce.
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SPEIGEL, Donna Helene Cooper - On Sunday, August 1, 2021.
Today, we celebrate the extraordinary life of Donna Speigel, (1943-2021), daughter of Sam and Kaye Cooper (both predeceased).
Donna born in Toronto, Ontario, attended the University of Toronto and graduated with an MA in Child Study. She met her future husband Mitch at the U of T library.
They were married and moved to Sudbury in 1966.
She loved Sudbury as much as her husband and spent the rest of her life building community with a wide group of friends, participating in numerous volunteer activities over the years.
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WERK, Sharen Ainsley - Sharen passed away on August 1, 2021, after a long illness.
She is the daughter of the late Paul and Mary Lillian Werk (Rubanetz) of Thunder Bay, Ontario.
Although Sharen grew up in Thunder Bay, she lived most of her life in Toronto.
Sharen was a most remarkable, independent, well-respected, perpetually optimistic lady who brought joy and comfort to all who knew her.
She was a treasured friend to so many, a teacher, world traveller, cafe owner/operator, accomplished gardener, and extraordinary volunteer of twenty years at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.
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HENNICK, Darryl - On August 1, 2021.
Beloved husband of Heather.
Loving son of Ricky and the late Harry Hennick.
Loving father and father- in-law of Lawson Hennick and Rifka Koziebrocki, Michelle and Adam Frydman, and Breena Hennick and Tyler Benoliel.
Dear brother of Sheila and Irv Sherman.
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PENSTONE, Charles - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful father, Charles Penstone on August 1, 2021.
Charles, 'Chuck', died peacefully with family by his side at Abbeylawn Manor, Pickering, just 5 days short of his 94th birthday. Charles was predeceased by his wife, Betty June.
Chuck was an extraordinary man who loved life and lived it to the fullest.
He had a passion for downhill skiing, sailing, walking Cocoa Beach, hiking through the woods, car racing, windsurfing, Sinatra's music and cookies.
He was a successful entrepreneur who began building homes in Scarborough with his company, Northview Construction, and moved on to open several golf courses, including Silver Lakes Golf & Country Club, Queensville.
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KACHKOWSKI, Nestor - 1939 - 2021 Nestor Kachkowski of Tiny, ON passed away suddenly on August 1, 2021, in his 81st year, at home with family and friends by his side.
Nestor was born in Ethelbert, MB and as a child and teenager he tended to his family farm in Garland, MB.
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BABCOCK, Erica 'Joan' (Carey) - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Babcock on Sunday August 1, 2021 after a short but hard-fought battle with cancer.
Joan’s devotion to family and unwavering faith in her Lord supported and comforted her and ultimately gave her peace.
Joan was born on August 12, 1937 in Campbell’s Bay, Quebec, youngest child of Erma and Allen Carey.
She is lovingly remembered by her husband of nearly 59 years Lorne Babcock.
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BAFUNDI, Giovanni Nicola - It is with our profound sadness to announce the passing of our beloved Giovanni on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at Sunnybrook Hospital.
Giovanni will be forever cherished by his beautiful wife Gina.
He will forever be in the hearts of his children Vincenza (Mario Mercuri) and Maria Cristina (Paolo Sala).
He was a proud and loving grandfather to Veronica and Arianna.
He will be missed dearly by his Sister-In-Laws Carmela and Lina.
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VAN HORSSEN, Sophia - Peacefully at Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket, on Sunday August 1, 2021, at the age of 60 years.
Beloved mother of Nikki Van Horssen of Keswick.
Loving sister of Anna (Glen Gibson) of Kirkland Lake, Veronica Johnston of Jackson's Point, Ella Van Horssen of Bradford, Frank Van Horssen (Theresa) of Perterborough, Peter Van Horssen (Carolyn) Dundalk and the late Donald Van Horssen.
Cherished aunt of Brittany, Kristy-Lee, Ryan, Jacob, Amanda, Andrew, Jessica, Peter, Jamie, Kaitlyn, Brook, and great aunt Riese, Hailey, Damon, Ellie, Jacob, and Marcus.
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AMARAL, Idalina - Died at home in the company of her family in the early morning of Sunday August 1, 2021 at the age of 89.
She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband of 56 years, Marcelino, and her daughters Maria de Fátima (husband, Stephen) and Lúcia.
She was the proud grandmother of Simon (Laura) and Marcel; she will be forever in their hearts.
She was predeceased by her parents Guilhermina and João Cabral de Melo, siblings Alexandrinho, Celestina, Noé, Conceição, Saúl and Miguel.
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VENTURA, Valdemira - A loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world suddenly on August 1 2021 at age 82.
She was the mother to Josè Manuel Medeiros, Eusèbio Estrela, Irondina Estrela, Dolores Estrela, Ana Rosa Faria, Luisa Silva and Sandra Silva.
Valdemira spent most of her life working to care for her family.
She was a beloved grandmother who always kept everyone around her well fed with her delicious meals and comforting soups.
Valdemira was known for her resilience and beautiful melodies. You could often find her singing joyfully or enjoying her favourite novelas.
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SUMAIRSINGH, Russell - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the untimely passing of Russell Sumairsingh.
Russell left us peacefully on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the age of 67 years young, after a courageous 12-year battle with cancer.
Russell, affectionately known as Badis, was born in San Fernando, Trinidad on December 18, 1953, to Rupert and Rosie Sumairsingh (both pre-deceased).
Russell migrated to Canada on December 22, 1987, where he worked and enjoyed many years in the trucking industry.
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DIBDEN, Charles William (Bill) - Bill passed away at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto on Sunday, August 1, 2021, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Bill was born in Ottawa, Ontario on March 21, 1936, the son of the late Charles William Dibden and Gladys Mary (Preece).
He was a proud graduate of the Royal Military College and had a 30 year career with Shell Canada. Bill enjoyed golf,
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BOBYK, Lois Elizabeth (nee RIPLEY) - It is with great sadness that we share the loss of Lois Bobyk, our dear mother, Nana and Nana-Nana.
She was predeceased by her husband Michael (1994).
Lois passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the age of 90.
Dearly loved and missed by her children Cheryl (Tom Rueckert, Michael (Susan) and Eileen (Jean-Guy Leduc).
Proud Nana to Justin Rueckert (Lindsay), Brandon Rueckert (Samantha), Courtney Bobyk (Joe McDonald, Brett Bobyk (Britney Price-Kucher), Danielle (Leduc) Levitt (Dan) and Vanessa Leduc (Conor Forde).
Adored Nana-Nana to Greyson and Makaio Rueckert, Cali Duffy-Rueckert, Nicolas and Emilie Levitt.
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SOONG, Kei Cheung Louis - Passed away peacefully on Sunday August 1, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario.
Beloved husband of Margaret.
Loving father of Andrew.
Louis will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all his relatives and friends.
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BESWICK, Anne Turner (nee BROWN) - Peacefully passed away at Matthews House Hospice on Sunday, August 1, 2021, at 87 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Walter Beswick (2005).
Loving mother of Joan Beswick, Kevin and his wife Tracy, David and his wife Dawn, Jennifer Chapman and her husband Jim, and Anne Beswick. Proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren.
Cherished sister of Marcella Johnson and the late Marion Lindores.
She will be dearly missed by her cousin and dear friend, Nancy Walker.
Survived by her brother-in-law Bryan Beswick and his wife Monica.
Anne will be fondly remembered by her many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
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RIZZO, Peter Biagio - Passed away peacefully at his cottage on August 1, 2021 at the tender age of 67.
He will be forever loved by his wife, Anna.
Cherished by his dear children, Anthony (Antonia) and Nancy.
Never forgotten by his grandchildren, Peter and Marcus.
Peter will always be remembered by his siblings, Bernardina (Amedeo), Gina and Rita (Gerardo).
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