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TEMPLE, Colleen Temple - (July 18, 1956 - June 13, 2021) - Colleen passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family after a long courageous battle with cancer at the age of 64.
She will be dearly missed by her husband of 46 years Colin. Loving mother to Kevin (Jen) Temple, Kate (Jonathan) Francis and Kristofer (Meagan) Temple. Cherished Grandma to Ethan, Liam, Olivia, Natalie, James, Wyatt and Colin.
Dear sister to Wayne (Janene) and Glenn Woodhouse. Colleen will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
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FURGIUELE, Iris Doris - (July 16, 1927 - June 13, 2021) -
A sad good-bye to our dear Mum from her children Nick and Cathy:
The world lost a little of its sparkle on Sunday when our Mum passed. She was a woman of great resilience, overcoming the loss of her family as an adolescent and building a life and a family of her own. She learned that people need to work through problems, not around them, and she supported those around her in doing the same.
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JAMES, Vivia Viola - (July 6, 1926 – June 13, 2021) - It is with great sadness that the family of Vivia Viola James announces her passing at Northridge Long Term Care in her 95th year.
Vivia was a loving mother of Mary Elizabeth Kozak and Hope Delores Hori. Cherished grandma of Tanya, Kimberley (Paul), Mathew (Lisa), Timothy (Cindy), Adam, Alex and Julia (Alex). Sweet Great-ma to Nicholas, Noah, Lucas, Isabella, and Jensen “JJ”. Also a loving sister to Florence Dicker and Tica Chin.
Vivia was predeceased by her parents Irene Senior and Cecil James, also by brothers Bobby (Royston, deceased), Cecil (Frances, deceased), Glen (Hazel, deceased) and her sister Cynthia. She was known as Aunt “Vivy” to all of her nieces and nephews, whom she loved very much.
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VEENHOF, Gerrit 'George' Hendrik - (1934 - 2021) - George Veenhof passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, June 13, 2021, in his 87th year.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Cheryl, and his three sons; Clarence (Robin), Paul and Richard (Doug).
Also survived by his grandchildren; Nicole, Samantha, James and Mia, and his new great-grandson, Caiden, all of whom he was so proud.
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NAKAMURA, Ted - Died peacefully at home with his wife Denise by his side, on June 13, 2021 in his 92nd year.
He will be cherished by his loving wife Denise. Beloved father of Glenn and Liane, and father in law of Silvia and Karin.
Proud grandfather of Jessica (Anthony), Devin, Kristen, Alex, Madison, and Mackenzie. A great-grandfather to Mia.
He was predeceased by his first wife Mary, sons Nolan and Ian, and grandson Cameron.
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McALLISTER, Henry Bernard 'Mac' - Born on November 26, 1925 and passed away on June 13, 2021.
Born on a farm in rural Nova Scotia Henry, known to friends as Mac, was the third son in a family of seven. He had three brothers Chris, Bill, and Donald and three sisters Louise, Sally, and Hilda.
Mac left the family farm to join the Canadian Army at the age of 18 in 1944, one of his duties being to drive a Diamond ‘T’ Wrecker tow truck in the motor pool. He was preparing to go overseas when the War in Europe ended.
He was awarded the 1939-45 Canadian Volunteer Service Medal in 1946 and discharged as a Corporal in March 1947, joining the RCMP later that same year.
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BELLAFANTE, Iolanda - With broken hearts we announce the passing of our dear, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, on Sunday, June 13, 2021. Iolanda Bellafante died peacefully at Sunnybrook Hospital the age of 96.
Predeceased by our beloved father Tommaso.
Loving mother to Gianfranco (Barbara), Marisa (Angelo), Grace (Peter), Mary Antoinette (Joe) and Richard (Linda).
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DOBUSH, Ruth - Peacefully on June 13, 2021 at her home with family by her side, in her 95th year.
Predeceased by her husband Tony.
Lovingly remembered by her children Jerome, Tim (Dale), Diana and Gloria (Dan). She will be missed by her Grandchildren, Adam, Michael, Sarah and Stephanie.
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NICHOLS, Mary Elizabeth (Allen) - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth Nichols (Allen) with her family in the comfort of her home on June 13, 2021 in Scarborough, ON at the age of 93.
Born April 14, 1928 in North Grand Pré, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late Gordon and Myrna (Kempton) Allen.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband Stanley of 55 years and brothers Albert and George. Greatly missed by daughters Elaine Nichols of Toronto and Joanne Nichols (Sylvain Gobeil) of Haliburton. Fondly remembered by Grandson Christopher (Kathleen).
Mary and Stan lived in Ottawa and Montreal and eventually settled in Scarborough, ON in 1965.
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MEIRSON, Musia Baichman Yakovna - Musia Baichman Yakovna Meirson, passed away on June 13th, 2021 at Baycrest Nursing Home, just short of her 87th birthday. She died as she lived: quietly and with dignity.
She was born in the town of Frunzovka, near Odessa, on October 8, 1934. She married Gregory Meirson in 1956 and they left for Israel in 1971. She immigrated to Canada in 1975 and lived in Toronto.
Gregory Meirson passed away in 1983. Musia remarried Edward Grenader in 1991.
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De RENZIS, Rosaria - On Sunday, June 13, 2021, Rosaria De Renzis joined her late husband, Filippo, in heaven. Rosaria was born in Roseto Valfortore, Italy on February 23, 1933. She passed at a wonderful age of 88.
Rosaria was loved by many. She welcomed all to her door, lent an ear to anyone that needed to talk, and was always to ready to feed those that came to her home, family, friends and strangers.
Rosaria was predeceased by her husband, Filippo, parents Carmine and Clementina, and her brother Antonio. She is remembered by her children, Frank, Carmine, daughter-in-law Rita, her grandchildren, who were the joys of her life, Phillip, Alexandra and Christopher, her brothers Michele, Giovanni (Concetta), Filippo (Maria), and her sister Rosina.
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SERMER, Susan - In her 97th year on June 13, 2021 at Sunnybrook Hospital.
Susan Sermer, beloved wife of the late Arthur Sermer.
Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Tamara and Bruce Koffler, Paul and Susan Sermer, Michael and Margi Sermer and Mathew and Lilian Sermer.
Devoted grandmother of Nicole (Matt), Mark (Anna), Tanya (Avi), Julie (Paul), David (Allie), Becky (Dave), Corey and Jessica (Ryan).
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STEIN, Haya - On Sunday, June 13, 2021.
Beloved wife of the late Yakov Stein.
Loving mother and mother-in-law of Tova and Yoram Dror, Yehuda and Etty Stein.
Dear sister of the late Joseph Weiss.
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SMITH, June - The Smith Family of Island Grove are saddened to announce the passing of their mother June, on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at the age of 87 years.
Beloved wife of the late Donald Smith (2012).
Loving mother of Michael (Laurie), Frank, Donna (Lorne Michelin), Tracey (Bruce Soundy) and Patty (John Northover).
Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother.
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HOROWITZ, Barbara - Passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021.
Married to Carl from 1952 until his death in 2014. Mother of Larry, Allan and Danny. Grandmother of Joshua, Jennifer, Jordan, Jake, Eli and Shira. Great grandmother to Emma, Ethan, Georgia, and Blake.
Daughter of Lillian and David Greenstein. Sister of Thelma and Beverly.
Graduated from University of Toronto Physical and Health Education in 1952 and married Carl.
They moved to Port Credit and she worked day and night with him while he ran Carl's Pharmacy. Larry was born in 1954. Then Allan in 1957 and Danny in 1960.
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MYLVAGANAM, Lily Theres - Passed away peacefully at her house with her loved ones at her side, June 13, 2021, in Toronto, Canada.
She was born February 7th, 1941, in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
She was a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
Lily spent the majority of her time in the kitchen, creating delicious meals for family, friends, and neighbors and the rest of the time making everyone laugh.
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MELE, Antonio - Passed away on Sunday June 13, 2021, after a brief illness with cancer.
Antonio was born in Terelle Frosinone Italy on Tuesday September 11, 1934, to the late Luigi Mele and Maria Civita Di Manno.
Antonio leaves his loving wife Antonietta and his devoted son Vincenzo.
Antonio is reunited with his sisters Maria and Rosina and his brother Serrafino.
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GUNN, Elizabeth Anne (Murdoch) - Passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2021.
Survived by loving husband Bill Gunn.
Beloved mother of Arlene (Alan), Wendy (Peter), Debbie (Gary).
Proud Granny to Bradley (Mia), Melissa (Shaun), Michelle (Chad), Donald (Tanya), Heather.
Proud Great Granny Anne to Jadyn, Owen, Lyla, and most recently Great Granny to newborn Hana Mae.
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GIULIANO, Antonio “Toots” - Our beloved Antonio passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at the Orangeville Hospital at the age of 51.
He loved his people fiercely and will dearly be missed. The heart that loved his family and friends beyond measure is the heart that has taken him away.
Born October 8, 1969, Antonio was the son of the late Cesina Giancola and Paolo Giuliano and son-in-law to Steve and Alexandra Calogeropoulos.
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AMADIO, Eliseo - Passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021.
You were a strong presence in our lives and that will never change. You were a man guided by principal and respect.
You loved your family, drove your friends nuts, loved your Tetris, sports and movies, loved your schedule, loved playing cards, loved telling stories, loved fishing, you were very proud of your work at Hallmark Cards, loved smoking just as Heston would say ‘out of my cold dead hands’ that was not going to change, you loved Lilly and Misheto.
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FITTJE, Brian - June 17, 1975 - June 13, 2021 - A humble, kind and loving soul lost to us at the age of 45. Brian was a perfect husband and partner, son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and uncle and he was so loved.
Brian is survived by his wife, Roxana Chis, his parents Mary and Keith Fittje, his sister and brother-in-law Andrea and Paul Fleming and his niece and nephew Kaitlyn and Connor Fleming.
Brian was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, a perfect baby boy with the most beautiful blue eyes. Brian was quiet and reserved growing up, but loved by all who got to know him.
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MCDOUGALL, Janet Elizabeth Anne - Passed away peacefully on June 13, 2021, in her longtime Riverdale home in Toronto, with partner and wife of thirty-eight years, Lynne Howarth, and dogs, Lucy and Barney, at her bedside.
Predeceased by her parents and cherished sister and childhood roommate, Brenda, Janet will be dearly missed by sisters, Donna and Elaine (John), much loved nieces, Tara and Robin (Gary), great-niece and SUP board buddy, Arya, great-nephews Austin and Colton whose determination and spirit she treasured, and Andrew, her Saturday YMCA companion.
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BRAY, Barry - Peacefully, with family by his side, on June 13, 2021, in his 90th year.
Beloved husband to the love of his life Marjorie (2017) for 63 years.
Loving father and best friend of daughter Lisa (Andrew), son Steven (Kathy), and daughter Karen (Reuben).
Wonderful grandfather to Tommy, Jacquelene, Christopher, Darren, Megan, Avery, Charlie and great-grandfather to Madison and Michael. Predeceased by his great-granddaughter Mika (2014).
Barry thoroughly enjoyed his 42 years working for Eaton's as a Fine Furniture Buyer/Decorator which allowed him to travel the world. It was also where he met his future wife "Miss May" Marjorie from Stockport.
Barry and Marjorie had many fond memories of the dances and socials at Credit Valley Golf and Country Club.
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DEGUARA, Victor Joseph - We are extremely saddened at the passing of Victor Joseph Deguara on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at Michael Garron Hospital, East York, Toronto, at the age of 89.
Vic left his beloved wife of 67 years, Shirley Ann Deguara (nee Waters), and four children, Glenn Victor Deguara (Monika), Lori-Ann Gibson (Glenn), Tracey Greer, and Dawna LeBlanc (Robert), who he was always so proud of.
Vic adored his first love and devoted wife, Shirley.
He lived to see her happy and safe and, at that, he more than succeeded.
Vic cherished his moments with his kids, enjoying so many adventures with them.
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EXON, Al George - July 4, 1925 – June 13, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Albert (Al) George Exon announces his passing on June 13, 2021, in his 96th year.
Al will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his beloved life partner of 39 years, Margaret Meechan, his sons Gord (Annetta) and Glenn, his grandsons Ryan (Stacey), Gavin (Emily), his great grandsons Callan and Jase Exon, his stepchildren Michael (Melissa), Alison (Dave) and his step-grandchildren Samantha, Jennifer, Mackenzie, and Connor.
Al is also survived by his daughter Ruth Legate and her family, his brother Keith (Marilyn), nieces, and nephews.
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GUNN, Elizabeth Anne (nee MURDOCH) - Passed away peacefully at home, on June 13, 2021.
Survived by loving husband Bill Gunn.
Beloved mother of Arlene (Alan), Wendy (Peter), Debbie (Gary).
Proud Granny to Bradley (Mia), Melissa (Shaun), Michelle (Chad), Donald (Tanya), Heather.
Proud Great-Granny Anne to Jadyn, Owen, Lyla, and most recently Great-Granny to newborn Hana Mae.
She is deeply missed by the entire extended Gunn family, as well as her entire Sampson family.
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