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TORTORICI, Giovanni - With sadness, we announce the passing of Giovanni on June 24, 2021 at home at the age of 85.
Loving husband of Loreta.
Cherished father of Cesare (Flutilde Danos), Francesca (Alfonso D’Angelo), Rosanna, and Pasquale (Annamaria).
Proud nonno of Sofia, Benjamin, Dario, Amanda, Gabriel, Matteo, Isabella, Marco, Nicholas and Giovanni.
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COVER, Eileen Victoria (Vickie) - Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in 1929.
Peacefully at Wellington Terrace, Fergus, on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at the age of 92.
Dear mother of Kevin Cover (Sylvie), Colleen Hammill (Chuck), Kathy Evans (Dave), Keith Cover (Vannessa), Caroline Erickson (Dave) and the late Kerry Cover.
Cherished grandmother of Kathryn, Kaleigh and Maxine; Matt and Adam; Erica, Jacqui and Kimber; Kaede; Michael, Kristina, Sarah and Eric.
Blessed by great-grandchildren Beatrix; Cameron, Connor, Austin, Jordyn Victoria, Griffin and Bennett; Lukas and Jackson.
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ROCCASALVA, Gaetano - Returned to his heavenly home on Thursday June 24, 2021 after a valiant battle in hospital.
Geatano passed peacefully at the age of 95 into the presence of God at 1:15pm at Michael Garron Hospital surrounded by loved ones.
His devotion to his family, his love and compassion and his strength supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace during his final hours.
Gaetano was born on February 2, 1926 in Ispica, Sicily, Italy and is survived by his beloved daughters Rose (Mario) and Gina (Brian) and his loving grandchildren Lorenzo (Alyssa), Giancarlo (Leandra), Marissa and Nathan.
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TRIMARCHI, Maria (nee PIZZURRO) - Peacefully, on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at the Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket, surrounded by her family.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Salvatore.
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LANGEN, Jack Jacobus Johannes - Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Brampton Civic Hospital on Thursday June 24, 202.
Jack Langen, at the age of 77, beloved husband of Helen.
Loving father of Joe (Cathy), Nancy (Guy), Mike (Mathilda), Craig (Jeannine). Predeceased by son Ron.
Cherished Papa of Gregory (Kelsey), Nicholas, Emily, Kurtis, Bernadette, Richard, Jeremy, Vanessa, Matthew, Jakob, Ayla, Sherri, Rebecca, Jeremy.
Great-Grand Papa of Elliott and Isla. Dear brother of Bill (Judy), Johanna (Jack), Gary, John.
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NIESNER, Maria Katrina - Peacefully passed away in the early morning of June 24, 2021 at 12:17a.m. in the presence of her loving husband of 33 years; Amedeo Babbo, her devoted son and daughter-in-law Mark and Jenn Niesner and good friend and care giver Angela Boyd PSW.
She is survived by her only remaining sibling Katryn Berger who resides in Germany.
Cherished mother to Ruth Engel (deceased) and son-in-law Bill Engel and grandmother to Katrina, Michael and Stephanie.
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JACOBSEN, Hal - On Thursday, June 24, 2021, Hal Jacobsen passed away peacefully at the Northumberland Hills Hospital in Cobourg, Ontario.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 67 years Thelma (nee Walls), daughter Lynn, son Ron (Sheila), grandchildren David, Amy (Justin), Kirsten (Scott), Eric, Michelle and 5 great-grandchildren and survived by his sister Linda (Tom).
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ILUYOMADE, Kola - With sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Kola (fondly called Dotun by family members) on June 24, 2021, just 13 days after his 56th birthday.
Kola was so full of life and brought joy with his jokes and booming infectious laughter.
He gave selflessly of his time and was always ready to help family, friends, or a stranger. Kola was always known to fight and advocate for the ‘underdog’ from a young age, and it was no surprise that in his later years, he became the leader, advocate, and activist he is known for today.
Kola leaves behind and will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife (Funke), two sons (Ore and Ife) whom he was immensely proud of brother (Joseph) and father (Kola Snr).
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BUTKO, Diane Marion - February 10, 1939 - June 24, 2021
On June 24, 2021, in her 83rd year, Diane Butko (nee McCullough) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family.
Predeceased by her loving husband Al, brothers Hugh (Mary) and Jack, and sisters, Peggy (Hank) and Ann. Beloved sister of Carol (John), mother of Dan (Sheila), Matthew (Mary), David (Amali) and grandmother to Robert (Katie), Christopher, Madelin, Cameron, Michael and Logan.
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McALEER, Lorraine Margaret Ann - It is with heartfelt sadness that our family announces the passing on June 24, 2021, of Lorraine Margaret Ann McAleer, cherished wife of the late Michael Bernard McAleer.
Lorraine passed peacefully in her 93rd year, on her 71st wedding anniversary.
Lorraine was a proud and loving mother to Kathleen McAleer, Susan Wood (Bob), and Martha McBurnie (Jack).
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FRECKELTON, Joyce Lorraine (nee SEAGROVE) - October 22, 1944 – June 24, 2021
On June 24, 2021, the world lost Joyce Freckelton (age 76).
She was a beloved mother, wife, sister, daughter, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many.
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NEWMAN, Hugh Osborne - 1924 - 2021 With peace in our hearts, we share the news of the passing of Hugh Osborne Newman on June 24, 2021 in Ottawa, Ontario.
We, his family and friends, are the custodians of many wonderful memories and much wisdom that he shared generously with us during his life.
He was predeceased in 2011 by his loving and adventurous wife, Ruth, who was his best friend and constant companion for 61 years. His children, who will continue to cherish his memory, are Patricia (Tony Gillies) of Thunder Bay, ON; Joyce (John Tickner) of Fredericton, NB; Laura of Sarnia, ON; and Melinda (Steve Sawyer) of Ottawa, ON.
He will be lovingly remembered by his 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandsons.
He leaves to mourn, one sister, Cecile Turnbull of Alberta, and one sister-in-law, Dorothy, of Houston, TX.
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TAYLOR, Herbert Arthur - January 3, 1925 - June 24, 2021
Passed away peacefully, on June 24, 2021.
He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Mary, his children David (Paula) and Buffy (Chris), his grandchildren Matthew (Katie), Jennifer (Shane), Robin (Dave), and Andrew (Brooke) and great-grandchildren Emily, Hayden, Lauren, Nathan, Sophie, Douglas, and Juniper.
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WAPSHOTT, John Arthur - John Arthur Wapshott passed away June 24, 2021 to be with his deceased father and best friend, John Alfred Wapshott, and his deceased loving mother Florence Eileen Wapshott (Laccohee).
John is survived by his sister, Carol Florence White (Robert) and his niece Tiffany Adele Happy and his nephew Bradley James White (Sarah).
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LEE, Ling Nan - Our mom passed away peacefully in Toronto on June 24, 2021 at the age of 80.
She is loved dearly by her 3 children, 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
We fondly remember our mom by her strength and mental toughness which was built up from childhood and continued to her very last day.
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CABRAL, Maria Eduarda - Peacefully on June 23, 2021 in Brampton, Maria departs this world at the age of 89 years.
Maria will be laid to rest next to her cherished husband Jose Cabral (1987).
Born August 5, 1931 in Portugal to loving parents Sofia & Pedro Medeiros, Maria immigrated to Canada where she raised her family.
Maria will be deeply missed by her three children: Armindo Cabral (Lorena Cabral), Ana Santos (Jaime Santos) and Alberto Cabral (Maria Silva).
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WIWCHAR, Warren Garth - It is with the deepest of sadness, our family announces the passing of Warren (WW) in his 69th year on June 23, 2021.
Warren bravely battled liver failure over the past year and a half before peacefully slipping away.
The loving husband and soulmate of Pat Wiwchar (nee Brandreth) for 42 years, and the cherished father of Erik (Byron), Dean, and Makenzie (Winston), Warren was predeceased by his father Alexander and survived by his mother Elsie, sister Arlene and brother Gary (Bev).
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BERKMAN, Halina – On Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at Baycrest Hospital.
Halina Berkman, beloved wife of the late Boris Berkman. Loving mother of Ahuva Ratner and Robert Joseph, and the late Shmuel Berkman who was killed during the Yom Kippur War.
Devoted grandmother of Natalya and Simon Atkinson, and Shemer and Jessica Ratner. Proud great-grandmother of Yoan Dov Kenneth, Alba Shoshannah Nellie, and Zev Wesley.
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PINTO, Leon - Our dear and beloved Leon Pinto passed away on June 23, 2021 just before midnight. He died peacefully in the hospital while surrounded by his four children.
Leon was born in Tangiers, Morocco on October 19, 1934. He devoted his life to his family, friends and to his passion for Orthodox Judaism and for his beloved Tiferet Israel Congregation. He was a man of faith with the highest of values and he always went above and beyond to make sure that everyone near him was comfortable and happy.
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DOWLING, Mary Philomena - Mary, passed away Wednesday June 23, 2021 at the age of 86.
Born in Ireland to parents Clara, from Ireland and Thomas, from England.
Loving mother of John, Anthony (Carol) and Edel (Mike). She was cherished by her grandchildren Amanda, Jason, Daniella, Sean, Brittany and Michelle. Great grandchildren Abby, Samantha Aidan and KJ.
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BLAIR, Kenneth Randolph - Passed away peacefully at Toronto General Hospital on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 in his 56th year.
Cherished brother of Sheila (the late Paul), Debbie Woodward (Ron) and Cindy Deneault (Glen). Beloved uncle of 7 nieces and nephews and great-uncle to 9 great-nieces and great-nephews.
Son of the late Pearl and Ken Blair Sr. Nephew of Irene Egan.
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LESTER, Mary 'Caroline' Watson - (Gold Medal Recipient ARTC Singing - Royal Conservatory of Music 1956)
The family of Caroline W. Lester are very saddened to share that Caroline passed away in Michael Garron Hospital in the early morning hours of June 23rd, 2021 at the age of 90. Until three weeks ago when she was admitted to hospital, she was still living in her own home which was her greatest wish, and for that we are grateful.
Caroline was the beloved daughter of James M. Watson (1949) and Florence S. Watson (2001). She is survived by her dearly loved children Mary Katherine S. Lester-Stricelj & James W. Lester (Barbara Porpealia). She was the best Nan to her much loved granddaughters Caroline K. Stricelj (Lewis Kent) & Katerina A. Lester.
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DEFINA, Bruno - Peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, Bruno DeFina passed away on June 23, 2021, at the age of 77.
Bruno will be eternally loved by his wife, Marianna, and forever cherished by his daughters Adreana, Maria, and Angela, and sons-in-law Rosario, Kent, and Sandro.
His grandchildren Daniel, Robert, Sonia, and Brooke will treasure the many memories they made together over the years
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DE PIETRANTONIO, Rocco - With sadness, we announce the passing of Rocco on June 23, 2021 at home at the age of 87.
Loving husband for 65 years of Salvina.
Beloved father of Enzo (Cathy) and Tony (Nina) and special Zio of Vince (Antoniette).
Proud nonno of Christina (Chris), Daniela (Nick), Alex, Stephanie (Corey) and great-grandfather of Julian, Alyssa, Serafina, Nicolina, Carter and Ben.
Rocco will be missed by his siblings, nieces, nephews and their families.
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ARCHIBALD, Robert - The family wishes to announce his passing on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 in Scarborough.
Born February 6th, 1934 in Scotland to parents Janet and Robert Sr.. Mr. Archibald later married the love of his life, Agnes.
He worked as a salesman, here in Toronto, but his true gift and passion was helping others. His ultimate joy was found in doing charity work for children.
Many family and friends will remember seeing Robert dressing up in funny Halloween costumes and handing candy out to kids each October.
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O'BRIEN, Siser Anne - Sister Anne O'Brien, a Grey Sister of the Immaculate Conception, Pembroke, Ontario, died in Pembroke, on June 23, 2021, in the 59th year of her Religious Life.
Left to mourn her loss are the members of her Religious Community and her sister, Phyllis (Brian Veinot).
She was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Evelyn (Kennedy), her sister Maureen (John Sullivan), and her brother Thomas (Lena).
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