(Lifelong member of St. Gertrude's Roman Catholic Church; Volunteer at Duke of Edinburgh Public School; Loved to play cards)

Peacefully at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa, on Monday, September 7, 2015, at the age of 86.

Beloved wife of Pietro "Joe" Di Maio for 51 years.

Loving mom of Ric Ward. Cherished "Grannie" to Paul Hood and Sara Ward, and "G.G." to Rylie, Rehan, Aalia, Abriella, Raegan, Madison, and Sheridan.

Dear sister of Lillian (Fred) Coakwell, Peter (Marlene) Hance, and predeceased by Frank, Vera, Clarence and Joseph Hance, and Bernice Wilson.

Relatives and friends will be received at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. GERTRUDE'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 690 King Street East, Oshawa on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 

Donations in memory of Dorothy to the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be made at makfuneralhome.com.

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SUMMERS, Al -  November 27th 1957 – September 7th, 2015

Surrounded by love, Al passed away peacefully and pain free on September 7th, 2015 after a courageous and honorable 3 year battle with liver disease. 

Born in Glasgow, Scotland his family immigrated to Canada in 1965.

Beloved husband to Tricia, much loved father to Stan, AJ, Billy, Mandy and Lana including many grandchildren. 

Dear brother to Billy, Dave, Ron and Lorraine and predeceased by his loving mother and father.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday September 13th between 2pm and 6pm at the Royal Canadian Legion (471 Simcoe Street South in Oshawa). 

To share an online condolence please visit armstrongfuneralhome.net.

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Van BELLEGHEM, Florent Joseph  -  September 3rd, 1929 – September 7th, 2015

Born in the village of Eede, The Netherlands, and passed away peacefully after a long and fulfilling life, surrounded by the love of his family. 

Florent was a devoted husband to his dear Anna (nee Hogenboom), and a wonderful father and teacher to his children Yvonne, Caroline (Doug), Pierre (Natasha), Florent (Nechama), Jacqueline, Joanne, Monique (Fred) and Michelle (Gabe). 

Much beloved Opa to Megaera, Molly, Joseph, Luke, Melanie, Valerie, Dylan (Amanda), Michael (Jenn), Rick, Steven (Candace), Shawn, Danielle (Ryan), Nina, Ryan (Ashley), Sarah (Kyle), Lindsay, Julian, Christian, Brennan, Bianca & Katarina, and great grandfather to Lucas, Wendel, Emmilene, Roenigk, Charlie, Sierra, Cohen, Richard and Arianna.  Florent was predeceased by his parents, Lucien and  Marguerite van Belleghem, brother Herman, sisters Julienne and Elisabeth, all of Eede,

The Netherlands, brother Maurice of Maldegem, Belgium, and his sister Angella of Maxville, Ontario. He was also predeceased, by his son-in-law Rudy de Taeye (Jacqueline).  Florent (Florrie) was a General Motors retiree.

At GM he shared his immigrant work ethic with new generations of young auto workers, and was an active member of the CAW/UNIFOR Local 222.  Florent was also a loyal Toronto Maple Leafs fan. Most of all, he enjoyed himself immensely when the family gathered to celebrate birthdays and holidays.

Visitation will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Thursday, September 10th from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm. 

A funeral mass will be held at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 194 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa on Friday, September 11th at 11:00am followed by interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East, Whitby. 

Memorial donations may be made to support Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre, 86 Colborne St. W., Oshawa, ON L1G 1L7 905-579-4833 or at  www.hearthplace.org. 

Memories may be shared at destefanofuneralhomes.ca.

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FRAS, Jozef -   October 26, 1946 - September 7, 2015

Passed away Monday, September 7th, 2015 at the age of 68, with his beloved wife of 36 years, Irena by his side. 

Predeceased by his parents Jozef and Helena, and his brother George (Christine). 

Dear son-in-law of Helena Zajdler and the late Stefan. 

Survived by his sisters Stella Haight (William), Anna Crighton (Douglas), and brothers and sisters-in-law Edward (Frances), Rose (Kurt), Stefan (Jocelyn), Stanley, Christine (Pierre), Lila (Vince), Joseph (Patricia), and John (Lyn). 

Will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and his God-children. 

Many thanks to the staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa 5G and 4F for their care and support during his stay. 

Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, September 11th from 6 – 9 p.m. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. HEDWIG'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (411 Olive Avenue, Oshawa) on Saturday, September 12th at 12:00 noon.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

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TRUJILLO, Jairo “John”  - Passed away suddenly on September 6, 2015 in Whitby. 

Loving son of Adriana and Jairo. 

Beloved brother of Alex, Stephanie and Matthew. 

Dear grandson of Martin Zapata and Oscar and Carmen Trujillo of Colombia. 

John will be fondly remembered by Lauren Victoria and his four legged companion Buddy. 

Visitation will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Wednesday, September 9th from 5:00-8:00pm. 

A service to celebrate the life of John will be held in the DeStefano Chapel on Thursday, September 10th at 10:30am. 

Cremation to follow.

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HETHERINGTON, Patricia Ann "Pat" -  March 27, 1947 - September 7, 2015

Retired Civilian Member of Durham Regional Police

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, September 7th, 2015 at the age of 68. 

Beloved wife of  Gary.

Loving mother of Gayle, Connie and Steve (Pam).

Cherished grandma of Owen and Parker.

Pat will be sadly missed by her siblings and her many friends, especially the Agnews. 

Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, September 10th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. 

Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, September 11th at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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DONABIE, Mary Isabel -

Suddenly at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa on Monday, September 7th, 2015.

Mary, in her 91st year.

Beloved wife of Gord Donabie. Loving mother of Bob Donabie.

Dear grandmother of Jennifer Moyes and husband Ryan and of David Donabie. Great-grandmother of Spencer, Zoe and Cole.

Predeceased by her brothers Tom and Don and by her sister Ada.

Relatives and friends may call at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday from 2 – 5 p.m.

Funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, September 14th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with interment at Oshawa Union Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Mary to Lupus Ontario would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com.

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HURST, Alberta -   September 1, 1912 - September 6, 2015

Passed away peacefully at Sunnycrest Nursing Home on Sunday September 6th, 2015 at the age of 103 years.

Alberta predeceased by husband Aubrey.

Loving mother of Janice (Brian), Marion (Klaus) and the late Douglas.

Cherished grandmother of Paul, Karen, Robert, James, David, Jeff and Nicholas.

Great grandmother of Robert, Deitrick, Janelle, Madison, Bradley, Travis, Emma and Lua. Great great grandmother of Darien. Predeceased by her 9 siblings.

Will be missed by close friend Mike O'Keefe.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY 905 443-3376.

Interment of Alberta’s cremated remains to take place at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Muscular Dystrophy would be appreciated.

Family memorial tribute video may be viewed at https://youtu.be/Yxa7ZMrhis8.

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THOMPSON, Jeremy Martin -  After a courageous battle with cancer, Jeremy passed away peacefully with family by his side, on September 5, 2015.

Jeremy will be forever missed by his loving wife, travel companion and soulmate, Rowena.

Devoted father to his girls, Hayley & Emma.

Adored Papa to Sienna (aka Pooglins). Beloved son of June and brother of Stephen. Dearest brother-in-law of Patrick (Karianne) and Uncle to Kathleen. Dear friend to many, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A Private Family Burial will be held.

At Jeremy's request, there will be no visitation or funeral.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society & Durham Regional Cancer Centre through   NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME , 53 Division Street Bowmanville, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.

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MAZUR, Margaret  -  Peacefully, on Sunday, September 6, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. 

Beloved daughter of Ida Mazur, and the late Martin.

Cherished sister of Eva, and brother-in-law Randy. 

Dear cousin of Beta, and Marian. Margaret will be fondly remembered by her nieces Adrienne, Deanna, and their families.

Arrangements entrusted to DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive. (south side of Taunton Road, just north of the Airport) 905 440 3595.  

As was Margaret’s wishes, a private family mass will be held.  Entombment, Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

If desired, donations to a charity of your choice. Memories may be shared at:destefanofuneralhomes.ca.

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