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LEGER, Rita Margaret - Rita Margaret Leger was born on April 10, 1929 in Orillia, Ontario and passed away on May 20, 2021 in Barrie, Ontario at the age of 92 years.
Rita was predeceased by her beloved husband Raymond Leger.
She is the loving Mother of Peggy (Murray James), John (Donna), Marie MacDonald (Brad Block), Fred (Christine), Raymond (Rose), Debbie Leger (John Leighton), Cathie (Wayne Cordner), Bernadette (Gerry Hall), Lennard (Beth) and Darlene (Tony Cavaliere).
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KIMELMAN, Samuel 'Sam' - Died on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
Sam, devoted husband to Ellen Osher, dear brother to Rosie and Allan Taube, Linda and the late Dr. Harold Kimelman.
He was much loved by his wife and her children and grandson, cousins, niece, nephews and lifelong friends.
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GILICE, Ferenc - Passed away peacefully at home in Barrie, Ontario on Thursday, May 20th, 2021 at the age of 77.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Veronika.
Survived by his loving children Frank Gilice (Mira) and Monika Szaulity (Zoltan). Cherished grandfather to Dusan and Timea.
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WOODS, Parker Ignatius - With great sadness, we announce the passing of Parker Ignatius Woods on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at his home in Rexdale, Ontario.
After more than a year of perseverance and herculean strength in the face of multiple health challenges, we were unprepared and heartbroken when our rock was suddenly called home at the age of 77.
Beloved husband of Shirley, his companion and support for more than 40 years, Parker was also proud father of Nicole (Fitz) and Julie. He will be forever loved and missed by his stepchildren Jillian, Debra, Lenore and Curtis.
He was the son of the late Wilson and Nettie Woods of Bon Accord, Tobago.
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NILES, Rudolph Athelston 'Rudy' - Our father, brother, dearest friend and loved one, Rudolph Athelston Niles passed away at home on Thursday, May 20, 2021, called to rest with his parents Marguerite (née Thompson) and Mandeville Niles and his sisters, Elaine Edwards (Sylvester) and Patricia Bryan (Charles).
Rudolph is survived by his three children, Hillary, Kirk and Nicholas, his grandson Luke and by his former spouse and mother of his children, Hyacinth Niles
He is also survived by his sister, Agatha Collins (Orville) and his two brothers, Andrew (Tina) and Roy.
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MACTAGGART, Bruce Irwin, BA, LLB - (May 28, 1940 – May 20, 2021) -
Son of the late Forest and Muriel Mactaggart (née Irwin) of Nobleton.
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YANOWSKI, Henry - On Thursday, May 20, 2021 at his home.
Beloved husband of the late Elisabeth Yanowski.
Loving father and father-in-law of David Yanowski, and Deborah Yanowski, and Robert and Terry Yanowski.
Dear brother of the late Maurice Yanowski, and Ruchala Pitkiewicz.
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ENGELAGE, Hemmo - Hemmo peacefully passed away at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Hemmo Engelage of Innisfil, and formerly of the Holland Marsh, at 91 years of age.
Beloved husband of Catharina (nee de Schutter).
Loving dad of Juanita (Charlie) Hellinga. Proud Opa of Renee and Rebecca.
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FRY, Alfred Leighton - It is with a heavy and relieved heart that we had to say good bye to our dad, Alfred Fry on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at the age of 82 years.
He leaves behind his children Kim, Pat (Kim), Steven, and Matt (Jenn).
He was welcomed with loving arms by his mom Gladys and his sister Shirley, as well as his wife (Gloria) telling them all about the adventures of his 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren who will sadly miss him along with his many family members, friends and neighbours.
Dad was an avid gardener and he loved to share the fruits of his labour with everyone.
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COOPER, Marc - On Thursday, May 20, 2021.
Marc Cooper, beloved husband of Carly.
Loving father of Jack.
Loved son of Barbra and the late Ernie Cooper, and son-in-law of Shaila Gottlieb, and Ken and Denise Gottlieb.
Dear brother and brother-in-law of Jason, Steven and Sabrina, B.J. and Jen Gottlieb, Lisi Harrison, Ryan and Barb Lawrie, and Stacey and Stefan Soumalias.
Devoted uncle of Adam, Jake, Jaden, Luke, Jesse, Payton, Ryden, Cali, and Magon.
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ROTENBERG, Hank - On Thursday May 20, 2021 surrounded by family.
Hank Rotenberg, loving husband of Denise for almost 40 years.
Beloved father of Lauren and Michael Singer, Kyle Rotenberg and Jose Ramos, William Rotenberg and Curtis Abney.
Dear Pappy of Blake and Dallas.
Brother of the late Nancy Rotenberg and the late Donna Rotenberg.
Dear son-in-law of Dorothy Brown.
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PADRONE, Ines (Oddi) - On Thursday, May 20, 2021 at the age of 93.
Ines was born in Veroli, Frosinone, Italy on May 8, 1928.
She was married to Italo Padrone for 63 wonderful years until his passing.
Ines is predeceased by her beloved husband Italo, her siblings Armando (Giovanna), Eugenio, Rinaldo (Anna Maria), and Alessandro.
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AITKEN, Barbara Adelaide - Our beautiful mother passed away the morning of May 20, 2021, after a short battle with COVID-19.
Barbara was predeceased by her husband Bruce Stanley Aitken, and is survived by her children, Andrea Aitken (Gerry Estrada), Kelley Aitken, Spencer Aitken (Lynn Salituro), Daryl (Deedee) Aitken, Kathryn Aitken (Bill Taylor), Lesley Aitken (Darren Shin), and her grandchildren Tallulah Shin and Grady Shin.
She was born in 1924, the 3rd child and 1st daughter, to Gordon and Ethel Bell in Vancouver.
Coming from a huge extended family, Mom had a sublime childhood.
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HATANAKA, Harley - April 14, 1927 - May 20, 2021
In Loving Memory Sadly, we announce that Harley Haruo Hatanaka died peacefully, at his son's home, on May 20, 2021, at the age of 94.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Betty, his siblings, Noboru, Margaret, Tom and Frank, he is survived by his children, Gary (April), Debbie (Mike) and Julie and his loving grandchildren Lauryn, Alison, Katie and Daniel.
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PALOZZI, Maria - Passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at the age of 91.
She will be forever loved and cherished by her beloved children.
Maria will be missed dearly by all her family and friends.
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BURR, George Albert - Passed away peacefully, at Sunnybrook Hospital's palliative care unit on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
Born January 27, 1926, in London, Ontario, he developed a fascination at a young age with radios, and loved to tinker with anything mechanical.
As a teenager he delivered newspapers, where he got very friendly with a one particular customer's daughter, June, and stopped to chat so long that neighbours complained about their late paper delivery!
George enlisted with the navy during the war, and received training in Halifax as a communications expert in radio and morse code.
George and June were married in London in 1947, and shortly thereafter he was hired by NCR (National Cash Register), where he worked until his retirement.
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LAFLEUR, Ron - Passed away peacefully at his home in Niagara Falls, ON, on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at the age of 69.
Beloved husband of Carol for 45 years.
Devoted father of Brian (Anna), Dan (Tasha), Mike (Leanne), and Katharine Lyall (Joshua).
Cherished Papa of Rose, Reed and Moses.
Dear brother of Ray (Joyce) and the late Diane Rowley and brother-in-law of Rick Rowley (Linda), Leane Delhoy (late Brian), Lynda Shawanda and Cindy Paibomsai (Floyd).
Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Predeceased by his parents Lucien and Irene Lafleur and brothers-in-law, Gary Shawanda and David Shawanda.
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BABOOLALL, Moonemah - God called Moonemah back home on May 20, 2021 at the age of 89.
She will be held dear in the hearts of her family, relatives and many friends.
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PAPACONSTANTINOS, Thomai (May) - October 14, 1936 - May 20, 2021 -
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomai, in her 84th year.
She died peacefully in her sleep in Toronto, on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years Jim, and her loving twin daughters Helen and Elizabeth (John).
Adoring and devoted Baba to her loving grandson Jonathan (Megan).
She is predeceased by her loving parents Nicholas and Olga Daskalou, sister Chrissoula (Peter) Melissa and her mother-in-law, Eleni Papaconstantinos, father-in-law, Stavros Papaconstantinos, and brother-in-law Stan Papas and wife Mary in Australia.
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YOUNG, Donald 'Don' Ross - Passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
Don was predeceased by his wife Grace and his sisters Helen, Jean, and Mary.
Loving father of Jon and his wife Maria of Elliot Lake; Tim and his wife Marie of Brechin; Jane and her husband Dave of Bracebridge; Tony and his wife Tina of Markham.
Poppa will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Nicholas (Elisha), Carolina (Luke), Julianna (Braden), Rachel, and Ryan and his great-grandchild, Emilia.
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BUEHLER, Norma Evelyn - Norma passed away peacefully, on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at Campbell House Hospice in Collingwood, Ontario.
She is greatly missed by her children Deborah (Alberto) and Gavin (Lisa), grandchildren Aramis, Camilo and Avalon, her brother and sisters, and her extended family and friends throughout the world.
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KETCHEN, Kenneth Norman, C.L.U., Ch. F. C. - May 31, 1937 - May 20, 2021
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth Ketchen, peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
He leaves behind his wife and best friend of 63 years, Donna and their children Mark (Anita Tomins), Stephen (Janice Durand), and Sandra.
Predeceased by his daughter-in-law Judy. He was a fun and devoted Grandpa and Poppa to Kelly, Jeremy, Jackie, Rebecca, and Natalie.
Ken was one of the youngest people ever to be hired by the London Life sales division in 1958 and spent 50 successful years in the life insurance business, mainly in management.
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CHIN, Samuel Fook Ling - November 3, 1924 – May 20, 1921
It is with great sadness that we announce that Samuel Fook Ling Chin passed away on May 20, 2021 at the age of 96 years.
Sam was the patriarch of the Chin family and will be lovingly remembered by his siblings George (Coral), Mary (George, predeceased), Morley (Gladys), Jack (Jessie), Alan (Anne) and sisters-in-law Sandra and Rose, and many nephews and nieces who were always very supportive and caring.
He was predeceased by siblings James (Nancy), Harry, Albert, Frank, William (Mary), Margaret (Doug), Gladys and Charles.
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FERGUSON, Betty-Ann (nee CARRETTE) - April 18, 1924 – May 20, 2021
Beloved wife of the late Thomas Ferguson, Betty-Ann passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side.
Born to Frederick and Jean Carrette, Betty-Ann grew up in the Beaches of Toronto.
Her teaching career began at Creighton Mine, ON in 1943.
It was a vocation she embraced with true dedication to her students until retirement from Henderson Ave.
Public School and E.J. Sand Public School in Thornhill, ON. Betty-Ann and Tom enjoyed travel, visiting friends and spending time with their families in both Ontario and Alberta.
She quietly championed the underdog and retained her curiosity, her independent spirit, and her wry sense of humour throughout her life.
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DRACHENBERG, Ernst - Passed peacefully at Deerwood Creek, Rexdale on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
Ernst Drachenberg, at the age of 93 years.
He will be greatly missed by his spouse Lydia, all his children, grandchildren, brothers and sisters.
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DAVIES, Dr. Mary Patricia 'Pat' - Died peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, after a short illness.
Fondly remembered as daughter of Thomas Brookes and Helena Eva Davies, sister of Tom and Billy, aunt of Claire, Jill, Joanne and Mark and Jane Foord-Kelcy, with whom Pat had an especially close relationship.
Pat was born in Middlesbrough in the U.K. She studied medicine at the University of Durham and then immigrated to Canada early in her career as an anaesthesiologist. Pat was devoted to her profession, carrying on well into later life and worked at St Joseph’s Hospital in Toronto for 30 years.
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