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WESTLAKE, Kenneth Frederick - From Etobicoke, passed away suddenly on May 21, 2021 at age 91.
Loyal husband to Eilleen, father to Randy (Kelly) and Rodney, grandfather to Connor and Kennedy.
Retired from the TTC, Ken was an endless provider.
A hockey, soccer, and baseball coach to his sons, he enjoyed golf, movies, and a true lover of Sinatra.
Ken was an honest man who did it his way!
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HANDERA, June (nee FULLER) - June 22, 1938 – May 21, 2021
June Handera (neé Fuller) died peacefully at home in Toronto, Ontario, on Friday, May 21, 2021, in the presence of loved ones.
Born in Sudbury, Ontario, in 1938, June spent her childhood years in Oshawa, Ontario, and most of her adult life in The Annex neighbourhood of Toronto.
Graduating from the Ontario College of Art and Design in 1961, June was an artist who gave a lifetime to a personal vision exemplified by the steady integrity of her work.
Her work spans a wide range of influences, from the focused textural simplicity of arte povera's Alberto Burri to the vivid pattern making of Navaho rug design.
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HILL, Kertu - April 19, 1943 - May 21, 2021
Sadly, Kerttu passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 21, 2021.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Stephen Leacock, son Jason Leacock and her sister, Eila Kun and brother-in-law Andrew Kun of Florida.
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SAUNDERS, Adrienne Ann (nee WOS) - July 20, 1960 - May 21, 2021
Beloved daughter of Frank (deceased) and Audrey Wos.
Cherished niece of Joan Johnston and Glenda Nelson.
Wife of J.R. (Rick) Saunders for 40 years.
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CUMMING, Jennifer May 'Jen' - Jen passed away peacefully at age 42 on Thursday May 20th, 2021 at her home.
Jen is lovingly remembered by her mom, Nancy (nee Cochrane), her dad, Harry (Liz), her brother, Geoff, her grandmother, Madeleine, Jim (Bonnie) Cochrane, Jim (Janet) Cumming, Cathy (Jean) Dansereau, Geoff (Anna) Cumming, Josephine (Walter) Gifford and many much-loved cousins.
Jen’s caring, kindness and generosity could only be outdone by her modesty, understated elegance, intellect and smart wit.
Jen enjoyed a fulfilling career as teacher, Curriculum Coordinator and Principal at St. Clements Early Learning School. The nurturing and education of all young children was her passion and her life.
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ROSSETTI, Delfino Emilio - It is with great sadness we mourn the passing of Delfino Rossetti on May 20, 2021 at the age of 87.
He was the devoted and loving husband of Giuseppina for 63 years. He will be forever missed by his six children John (Anna), Dennis (Louise), Ron (Rose), Alfia (Rick Mazza), Joe, Romina.
He was the cherished "Nonno" to his eight grandchildren Matthew (Kristen), Sarah, Sabrina (Andrew), Cinzia, Joseph, Julianna, Aiden and Timo and great grandfather to Massimo and Emilia.
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BOKSER, Paula - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paula Bokser on May 20th, 2021.
Loving daughter of Freda and the late Benzion. Adored niece of Helen (Allen). Dear sister and sister-in-law of Sheldon (Susan) and Alan. Cherished aunt of Samantha and Sydney, Brooke and Andi, and Justin (Daryl).
She will be greatly missed by her extended family and close friends.
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TURNER, Donna - Lifetime Member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Orville Hand Branch #521, Bradford
Passed away peacefully at home with family at her side on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 66 years of age.
Beloved wife of late Bruce. Loving mom of Melissa (Dwayne Lock) and Mandi (Amanda Frend). Extremely proud grandma of Charlotte and Mikayla.
Dear sister of Joanne (late Gunner) Skilins, late Rod MacDonnell, Gary (Linda) MacDonnell, Butch Grenon and Wendy (Jack) McIlroy. Donna will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, comrades and many friends.
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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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