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TAYLOR, Ross Taylor - On Thursday November 4th, Ross W Taylor, loving brother, husband, friend to many, died suddenly at the age of 60.
Ross was born in Oxford, England to Bill and Rahno (Aitken) Taylor.
Bill was a career military man, so the family moved frequently until settling in Halifax in 1979.
In 2014 Ross resettled in Ontario and began a new chapter in his life.
Ross was a car aficionado, loved music of all genres, and captivated people with his gift of storytelling.
He graduated with a BA in English from St. Mary’s University in Halifax.
His love of cars led him to a lifetime career in the automotive industry.
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WECKERLE, Betty Jane (nee ADAMS) - Betty Jane Weckerle, 71, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on November 4, 2021.
Betty was the much-loved sister of Carol Ann Foreman (Grant) and Mary Louise Adams.
Devoted "Aunt B-J" to Sean Foreman (Jodi), Shannon McGroarty (late Barry) and Eran Foreman (Brent Currie) and great-aunt to Tyler and Shea-Lyn Foreman, Isobel McGroarty and Nathanael Foreman.
B-J was a talented, successful and independent free spirit. She was a freelance graphic designer, creative artist and award-winning gardener.
She had a love for arts, music and a fondness for a glass of white wine and quiet dinner with friends or family.
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WATTS, Dale - Peacefully passed away, at Mackenzie Health Richmond Hill, on November 4, 2021, at the age of 86.
Beloved husband of Marilyn.
Loving dad of Vicky (Jeff) and Christy (Gary).
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CAUCH, Pauline (Peppy) (nee KATZMAN) - On Thursday, November 4, 2021.
Loving companion of George Charal.
Loving mother of Christine and Michele. Daughter of the late Jack and Libby Katzman.
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FRANCIS, Mary Barbara (nee GEMMELL) - 1934 - 2021 It is with heavy hearts we wish to announce that Mary Francis passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at the age of 87.
Mary was born in Hamilton, Ontario on June 9, 1934.
Predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Stanley Gemmell and her late husband Lloyd Francis.
Survived by her brother Hugh Gemmell (and his wife Shirley) and Mary's 3 children, Catherine, Eleanor and Ralph and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many other family members and friends who hold dear their fond memories of the time they shared with Mary.
Mary passed away at the Carlingwood Retirement Community in Ottawa where she lived for the past 5 years.
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WAY, Jacqueline Dawne (nee O'CONNELL) - December 24, 1940 – November 4, 2021
Passed peacefully at home, with her loving family by her side.
An adoring and devoted wife to Cyril.
Mother to Dawne (Phillip Downes), Robyn and Michelle (Daniel Bramham).
Stepmother to Kimberley.
Predeceased by her beloved parents William Fergus O'Connell and Verna Kathleen O'Connell (nee Hall).
Sister to Fergus (Sheila), Patricia and Catherine (Peter).
Adoring grandmother to Justine, Tylor, Millie and Gracie.
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TIELLI, Enzo - 1940 - 2021 Peacefully, November 4, 2021, surrounded by family.
Enzo was deeply loved and will be sorely missed by his beloved wife Sheila, and children, Martin (Christine), John, Sara (Craig) and Doug (Heather), and grandsons Marcel, Julian and Pearce.
His loss will be felt here and in Italy by family and those who knew him as a true friend, a supportive colleague, a sensitive mentor and a warm, gentle, curious man with a deep love of animals and nature in all its variety.
Born in Caprino, Veronese, Italy, on January 7, 1940, he was predeceased by his parents Luigi and Maria, and sister Loredana.
Enzo was one of the first teachers of Physical Education in Italy, starting at the age of 20.
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LAU, Mabel (nee LYNN) - Passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2021 at the age of 91.
Born June 2, 1930 in Fort Erie, ON. Dear wife to the late Kwong Kew (Dick) Lau for 55 years.
Loving mother to Graydon John Lau (June) and loving 'Grammy' to Taylor, Mackenzie, and Cameron - her grandchildren were the world to her.
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WORMERSLEY, Violet Carloline (nee CHAPMAN) - Passed away peacefully on Monday, October 4, 2021, weeks after celebrating her 100th birthday.
Vi (or Nan, as she was known to her family) had an amazing life.
After serving in the ATS as part of an anti-aircraft battery in WWII, Vi took a job driving a truck in occupied Germany, where she met her husband, Joseph.
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STONE, Glenn - Unexpectedly on December 3, 2021, Glenn, beloved son of the late Rose and Herb Stone.
Loving brother and brother-in-law of Terry and Ellen Stone and Lynn and Shael Borlack. Devoted uncle of Alanna and Paul, Madelaine, Ashley, David, and Joshua.
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PITTMAN, Wilfred Donald - It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Wilfred Donald PITTMAN, of Scarborough, on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at the age of 75.
He will be forever loved and missed by his sisters Jean, Shirley and Ruth.
His brothers Lewis, Amos, Harold, Roland and Barry.
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HARTWELL, Barbara Winnifred (Thetford) - Barbara Winnifred (Thetford) Hartwell, age 89, of Scarborough, Ontario passed away peacefully at Scarborough General on Wednesday, November 3, 2021.
Barbara was born March 8, 1932. She loved to go dancing with her late husband, and with her group of friends called “The Peek-a-booers." Barbara was known to be a great homemaker and always look forward to the holidays to spend time and spoil her grandchildren. She was an excellent Knitter and wonderful baker especially Christmas cookies.
Beloved wife to late Sydney Hartwell, Loving Mother to Ronald (Wendy), Late Linda, Terrence (Kim), and Deborah (Randy).
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HINES, Robert Frederick 'Bob' - (March 11, 1925 – November 3, 2021) - Peacefully in his 97th year.
Robert “Bob” Hines, Husband of Jeannette, Father of Catherine, Penny (Jim) and Garth.
Loving Poppa of Christopher (Melodie), Danielle (Carlos) and Matthew (Michelle). Proud Great Grandpa Poppa of Hendrix Wilde D’Costa.
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FRIESEN, Eunice Evelyn (nee ALLEN) - May 15, 1928 – November 3, 2021
Eunice Evelyn Friesen passed away at the age of 93, at True Davidson Acres.
Survived by Son Robin (Carol), and Daughter-in-Law Danielle.
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SAUSON, Dorothy Mary (nee WATT) - Of Caressant Care Home, Mary Bucke, St. Thomas, ON, formerly of London, ON peacefully passed away at her residence on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at the age of 96.
Beloved wife of the late O. Ray Sauson.
Dearly loved mother of Les (Wanda) of St. Thomas and Dorothy (Dollie) Read (late Jeffrey) of Cornwall, ON.
Cherished grandmother of Terri (Meg), Logan, Christopher (Jaimi), Jennifer (Jeff) and Michael (Bobby).
Eight great-grandchildren, Jesse, Alex, Lana, Geena, Oliver, Benn, Sydney and Jordan.
Dear sister of Sarah MacKenzie of Shigawake, QC and predeceased by brother Arnold and sister Ida Sullivan. Lovingly remembered by a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
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BOMBARDIER, Linda Jean (nee BUTLER) - Peacefully on November 3, 2021 at Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario surrounded by her most beloved friends and family.
Proud daughter of John (Jack) and Isobel Butler (nee Crichton) and loving stepdaughter to Harold Yates.
Born in Montreal on November 2, 1947 she was predeceased by brother John (Ross) and sisters Sandra and Marilyn.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years and first love Ronald, her adoring son Michael Shaun, nephew Adam Butler and niece Julie, brother Philip Yates and sister Darlene Churchill (nee Yates).
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SCHON, Shirley - On Tuesday, November 2, 2020, Shirley Schon passed away peacefully.
She was adored by her late husband Irving.
The best mother to Laura Ellen, Richard Stuart and Andrew Joel. Cherished grandmother to Allison Taylor and Samuel Evan.
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SMITH, Ernest Jacob (Ernie) - At Markham Stouffville Hospital, on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, age 93.
Husband of the late Betty. Survived by his sons, Lloyd of Cambridge, Ontario and David of Boissevain, Manitoba, and 6 grandchildren, Kaya, Amos, Levi, Gideon, Imogen and Asher.
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DONATO, John - October 8, 1951 - November 2, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family announces the unexpected passing of John, in his 70th year.
Loving son of Natale and Ada. Beloved brother to Robert (Louise), Rosemary (Bruno), and Frank (Rosie).
Cherished uncle to Giancarlo (Cheryl), Paolo, Lorianne, David, Grace and Alessia.
Sadly missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
John had a huge heart and a great smile. He was generous and kind, always willing to help anyone in need.
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GOODWIN, Doreen Lillian - Passed away peacefully, with her children by her side, on Tuesday, November 2 at Michael Garron Hospital.
She was the beloved wife of the late Ken Goodwin; mother of Terry, Paul, Gord, Tim and Lorie.
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BUCHSHRIBER, Joseph Max, PhD, - On November 2, 2021 at home.
Beloved son of the late Molly and Israel Buchshriber. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Ethel and the late Charles Dome.
Loving uncle of Maria and Robert Gagne, Stephen Dome, and Sandra and Timothy Knight.
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RUDINSKAS, Victor Edwin - Passed away at home, on November 2, 2021.
He was born in Montreal to the late Valerijonas and Constancija Rudinskas.
Victor received his education in Montreal, achieving several degrees including Electrical Engineering, Masters in Business Administration, and Law.
He was called to the Bar in Ontario in 1987.
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SHANNON, William Edward - October 10, 1935 - November 2, 2021
Peacefully passed away at Northumberland Hills Hospital on November 2, 2021 with his wife of 65 years, Yvonne Shannon at his side.
A wonderful father to Bradley Shannon (Carrie), Christine Long (Garry) and Matthew Shannon (Tracey Kelly).
A loving Grampa to Christopher Long, Jennifer Lawrie, Hollie McNulty, Lucas Shannon and Emily Shannon.
A proud Great Grampa to Shaylynn and Adaira.
Bill was a proud member of the Toronto Fire Department, retiring in 1997 as a District Chief after 35 years of service.
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MORRIS, Betty (nee BROWN) - Passed away, with family by her side, on November 2, 2021 at the Manitoulin Centennial Manor in Little Current.
Born on October 19, 1935 in Hereford, England, Betty was one of nine siblings. In 1957, Betty bravely travelled alone by ship to Canada paving the way for a new life with Peter (predeceased) who joined her there.
They married on August 26, 1961 and had three children, Valerie (Michael), Julie (Michael) and Sheila (Steve).
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DESCOTEAUX, Roger - 1932 - 2021 The family announces, with sorrow, his expected death in Sturgeon Falls, Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at the age of 89.
Son of the late Lorenzo and of the late Marguerite (née Carré) Descoteaux.
Beloved husband of Huguette (née Seguin) Descoteaux.
Loving father of Michelle Descoteaux Mullin (Pat) and Luc (Kathleen).
Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Sarah, Catherine, Malone, and Connor, and by his great-grandchildren, Logan, Ayla, and Elijah.
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BOYLE, Monica (nee WALL) - Monica Boyle died peacefully in her sleep on November 2, 2021 under the care and supervision of the excellent staff at Carefree Lodge, Toronto.
Thank you Margery, thank you Skylyn, thank you Rose Marie, thank you Maria, thank you Pearl, thank you Norma, thanks for you all, too numerous to name for the quality of your care.
Life began for Monica Mary in Windsor, Ontario on February 8, 1921, first born of James E. Wall and Florence (nee Pageau).
In an orderly fashion brothers and sisters soon followed – Margaret Anne, Leonard J. (Archbishop of Winnipeg), Claire Marie (Howard Greason), and Vincent (Terry Fayette).
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