SPROUL, Janet Helene Sproul - 29-Aug-1935 - 25-Sep-2024

Janet Helene Sproul (née La Porte), passed away peacefully with her family at her side on September 25, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, in her 90th year.

A lifelong resident of Oshawa, Janet was the eldest of six daughters born to Joseph and Alice (née Johnson) La Porte. Janet was predeceased by her husband of 54 years Ronald John Sproul (d. 2009). Beloved mother of Randy (Dale), Russell (Deborah), Laura (predeceased 2018) and Mark (Christie). Loving grandmother to Jason (Gen), Adam, Jamie (Matthew), Rachel and Hannah. Loving great-grandmother of Kimberly, Ryan, Megan and Logan. Janet is survived by her 5 loving sisters Loraine (Dale), Linda (David), Bernice (Sonny), Norma (Ken) and Loretta (Steve); and by her brother-in-law Jim (Shirley) and sister-in-law Marie. She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends.

Always caring, sharing and hosting family and friends, quiet and smiling, happy to see everyone together. Now reunited with her husband Ronald and daughter Laura.

From our family, a special thank you to all the Support Staff of Lakeridge Oshawa Hospital.

A Celebration of life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.

KINGSTON, Edith Kingston

Sept 6, 1921 - Sept 26, 2024

Edith Kingston passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, aged 103. Beloved wife of the late George Kingston, to whom she was married for 59 years. Edith was predeceased by her parents, Frederick and Maude Godfrey, her sister Louisa Henderson (2023), and sister-in-law Wanda Sinkey (2022). She will be deeply missed by her goddaughter Janet and Karen Kuch, Nancy and Jim MacMaster, nieces Patricia and Debbie, nephew Kevin, friends, and her St. Andrew's Church family.

Born in Bradford, England, Edith had a joyful childhood and served in the infantry (pay corps) during World War II, where she met her husband, George, a Canadian Air Force Navigator. She immigrated to Canada as a war bride in 1946. Throughout her life, she worked as a secretary/receptionist for AVRO and Labatt’s Brewing Co. Edith lived in various places, including Toronto, Malton, Wilmot Creek, and Season's Retirement Home.

A memorial visitation is scheduled at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, October 3, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Memorial donations can be made to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church or Marigold Hospice.

TAYLOR, Jo-Ann Victoria Taylor - 4-Aug-1935 - 20-Sep-2024

Taylor Jo-Ann Victoria, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, September 20, 2024 in her 90th year. Jo-Ann, beloved wife of the late Ronald Taylor. Loving mother of David, Maryanne (Glenn), Heather (Doug), Rex (the late Paulette), Gerry (the late Peggy) and Sandra (Doug). Proud grandma of14, great grandma of 19 and great-great grandma of 7. Dear sister of Jeanette (the late Harold), Gary (Shirley), Norman (Gail), Joyce (the late Patrick) and the late Kenneth, Doug (Jerry) and Billy. Jo-Ann will be lovingly remembered by her step children, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A special thank you to the staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their wonderful care.

A private family interment will take place at Mount Lawn Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Mount Lawn Funeral Home 647-490-5853.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at wwww.mountlawn.ca.

KENNEDY, Michael Patrick Kennedy - 24-Mar-1964 - 18-Sep-2024

It is with great sadness and profound loss that we announce the passing of Michael Patrick Kennedy on Wednesday September 18th, 2024. Beloved son of Michael and Dawn. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Bailey, and her mother Samantha. He will also be missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins, and his many friends.

Michael was a man with a big personality and an even bigger laugh. He enjoyed his time at the lake and driving around town in his cherished Camaro with the boys. Oftentimes you would find him in his garage working on cars and spending time with his friends or just being with his dogs.

A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at a later date with family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in his memory.

A Celebration of life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.

CULLY, Marilyn Jean Cully - December 26, 1939 – September 26, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of Marilyn Cully, in her 85th year, after a brave and hard-fought battle with cancer.
Beloved mother of Heather (Dwayne) Scott, and Doug (Chandana) Cook. Loving sister of Marsha (Jim) Harvey and Bill Cully and caring sister-in-law to Alma Beaton and Lucille Bell. She was the proud grandmother to Carling and Cody and step-grandmother to Ved and Veer.

Marilyn was a teacher at Parkview Public School in Unionville, from 1975 to 1996, known then as Mrs. Cook. She was a thoughtful and caring teacher who took pride in her work and celebrated the achievements of her students. Marilyn made many wonderful friends during her years at Parkview and continued to enjoy these friendships long after retirement through travelling partners, Friday night Valhalla dinners, and various reunion gatherings.

Marilyn’s kindness endeared her to so many people throughout her lifetime and she truly treasured every one of her friends and caregivers who came into her life.

In retirement, Marilyn loved to be involved in her grandchildren’s lives. She volunteered in their classrooms doing the “little books” reading program. As a proud grandma she enjoyed cheering on Carli at her cheerleading competitions and Cody at his hockey games. She never missed an event. In the off-season you could find Marilyn in her bunkie behind the cottage on Gull Lake either napping or snuggled up watching an old movie with the kids.

Marilyn’s greatest passion was genealogy research. She spent many years sleuthing through archives and cemeteries and ancestry sites trying to uncover the mysteries of family history. Through her hard work she met many great people and also helped some discover their long-lost or unknown family members.

I would like to acknowledge and express my sincere appreciation to all of the wonderful medical teams that cared so much for Marilyn over the past few years. Dr. Ron Oda, Dr. Leena Hajra, Dr. Sahgal, Dr. Perry and Dr. Lipsman, and so many at Markham-Stouffville Hospital. These doctors always listened, offered solutions and took urgent action – giving Marilyn constant hope to continue fighting. I would also like to thank all of the extremely kind and compassionate nurses, PSWs, doctors and volunteers at the Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry for caring for Marilyn with respect and dignity at the end of her journey.

In lieu of flowers, we would sincerely appreciate a donation in Marilyn’s memory to Markham-Stouffville Hospital or Oak Ridges Hospice.

Marilyn’s life was marked by her dedication to her family and friends and she leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Marilyn will be resting at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road in Ajax. Visitation: Monday, September 30th from 4-8pm. Funeral Service: Tuesday, October 1st from 11-12noon. Refreshments: 12-2pm. Interment at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens Cemetery: 2:30pm.

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone.
Part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

Winston Julian Ralph - April 1943 - September 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Winston Julian Ralph on September 25th 2024 at the age of 81. Beloved Husband to Ernestine for 60 years. Proud Dad to Julian (Susanne) and the late Dwayne.

Caring Granddad to Alexander (Tabitha) and Brandon (Adrianna). Proud Great Granddad to Olivia, Caleb and Freyja. Dear Brother to his Sister (Norma) and Brother (George) and his late Siblings. He will be greatly missed by his extended Family and Friends.

Donations can be made to Alzheimer Society of Canada or The Kidney Foundation of Canada in Winston's memory.

Goodbye my family, my life is past.
I loved you all to the very last.
Weep not for me, but courage take,
Love each other, for my sake.
For those you love don’t go away.
They walk beside you
every day.

Visit at McEachnie Funeral Home 

GORING, Loraine Rosetta Goring - March 23, 1947 - September 21, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Loraine Rosetta Goring, of Whitby, Ontario, who passed away on Saturday September 21, 2024, at the age of 77, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.

Loraine dedicated 20 years of her life to serving the community through her work as a PSW with St. Elizabeth. Her commitment to helping others left a lasting mark on those she supported until her retirement.

She will be remembered as a beloved partner to Marcel Goring, and a cherished mother to Natalie Goring (Benito Medina) and Glenn Goring (Amanda Goring); and a proud grandmother to her five grandchildren, Camille, Alycia, Taija, Brooklyn and Lexington. Loraine also leaves behind her sister, Ionie Woodley, and brother Auston Ruse and extended family in St. Kitts, West Indies and St. Thomas U.S Virgin Island.

Loraine’s memory will be forever cherished for her boundless love and kindness. She touched the lives of many and her spirit will continue to inspire us all. Loraine will be remembered for her laughter and celebrating birthdays and singing birthday songs with her grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE

GILLILAND, Nathaniel Kirk Gilliland - July 5, 1945 - September 18, 2024

In the early hours of September 18, 2024, Kirk Gilliland peacefully passed away at Lakeridge Hospital, in his 79th year, after a brief but intense battle with lung cancer. Predeceased by his partner Janet, his brother Brian, and his sister Coleen. Kirk is survived by his sons Kirk (Kristine) and Brent (Sherry), along with his grandchildren: Nate, Justine, Aaron, Jaclyn, Elisha, Grace, and Nic, and great-grandchildren, Aniyah and Haven. Kirk will be remembered for his unwavering kindness, his sense of humor, and his readiness to help others.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Orono Town Hall on October 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nurses who provided compassionate care during this difficult time, and to everyone who took the time to visit with Kirk while in hospital. Kirk would want everyone to cherish the beautiful moments around them despite the grief. Watch over us, Papa Kirk!

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Research Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Online memorial notes can be left on the Oshawa Funeral Homes’ website.

JACKSON, Irene Marguerite Jackson - 27-Nov-1940 - 17-Sep-2024

Irene Marguerite Jackson nee Robinson passed on September 17, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Ajax in her 84th year with her family by her side. Predeceased by her husband and love of her life Ralph Jackson. Survived by her daughter Michelle nee Gledhill, her stepdaughter Lori and her Grandchildren Joshua, Jenna and Jake Halleran. Beloved sister of Jacqueline Hosey nee Robinson, late brother Ralph Robinson (Lynn) and Marilyn Whelpley nee Robinson. Adored by niece Kim and remembered with fondness by many nieces and nephews.

Irene had a successful career in the optical industry for many years. She loved her job and made lifelong friends, many of whom remained very supportive and in close contact during the last years of her life. Irene was energetic and outgoing, immensely enjoyed travelling, meeting new people, trying new experiences and was an avid reader. She cared deeply for anyone she considered family or friend.

At Irene’s request a private family service is planned. Donations in Irene’s memory can be made to Parkinson’s Foundation and SickKids Foundation.

Life Goes On
If I should go before the rest of you, break not a flower nor inscribe a stone, nor when I am gone speak in a Sunday voice but be the usual selves that I have known. Weep if you must, parting is hell, but life goes on, so sing as well.

A Celebration of life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca. 

FOX, Donna Mae Fox - 3-Dec-1932 - 24-Sep-2024

Donna Mae Fox (née Hill) passed away peacefully at Taunton Mills on September 24, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Donna was born in Scarborough, Ontario on December 3^rd, 1932, to loving parents James and Irene Hill. Donna shared 62 years with her loving husband Bob (predeceased). She is also predeceased by her daughter Debbie. Donna will be missed by her sons, Steve (Yvonne) and Dan (Mitzi). Grandma Donna will always be missed by Laura (Justin), Brett (Sarah), Kevin (Linnet), Liam (Ashley), and Shayla. She was a great-grandmother to Carter, Jackson, and Brooklyn.

Donna was a very active person, she loved to run, bake, and play cards.

Our heartfelt thanks to The Village of Taunton Mills team as well as the team at home and community care support services of Ontario. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

A Celebration of life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.