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OBITUARIES ...for the DURHAM REGION |
RUPARELIA, Dr. Surendra Purshotam Ruparelia -
AUGUST 12, 1939 – MAY 12, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Dr. Surendra (Sam) Purshotam Ruparelia.
He passed away gently in the loving arms of his daughter at the Ottawa General Hospital on May 12, 2023.
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SMITH, Donna Smith -
1940 - 2023
"I’ve read somewhere statistics show, the mans always the first to go. That makes sense because I know she won’t be ready”.
Donna Mae Smith (McClure) passed away peacefully on Friday May 12th, 2023.
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BARKER, Bruce - Bruce passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on May 11, 2023 at the age of 83.
Loving husband of Jane - Cherished father of Carolyn (Steve), Cathy (Dario), and Robert (James) as well as being an adored grandfather of Danny, Vivian, Marco and Ivano.
Bruce will also be missed by his many friends and neighbours.
He will be forever remembered by his close “Waldo” golfing buddies.
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MAZZOTTA, Emilia Mazzotta -
MARCH 28, 1937 – MAY 11, 2023
Emilia Mazzotta was born on March 28, 1937 and passed away on May 11, 2023.
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CHAMBERLAIN, Robert Frank “Bob” -
November 24, 1946 - May 11, 2023
Passed away peacefully with the love of his life Georgina and daughter Candy at his side, on the 11th of May 2023.
Beloved husband of Georgina Chamberlain.
Cherished dad of Candy Cook and her husband Blake, loved and loving grandad “Bob” of Ashley and Abby.
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LIGHTFOOT, Peter Gary Lightfoot - Peacefully on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 83.
Peter Lightfoot of Port Perry, beloved companion of Anna Jirkova.
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SCHROER, Agnes Hendrika Wilhelmina - Peacefully in Oshawa, with her 5 children by her side, Agnes passed away at 11pm on Thursday May 11, 2023.
Agnes was 90 years young.
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BIGHAM, Rev. John Paul Bigham -
June 7, 1947 – May 11, 2023
John’s spirit returned to the Lord peacefully on May 11 at Sunnybrook hospital.
Cherished husband to Lucie, loving father to Blair (Fernando), Heather (Jordon), playful Poppy to grandchildren Lincoln John and Audrey, dear to brothers J. Mark (Karen) Chris (Susan), loved by many nieces and nephews.
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WILLIAMS, Ruth Isobel (nee REYNOLDS) -
October 4, 1927 - May 11, 2023
Ruth Isobel Williams (nee Reynolds) passed away peacefully, at Scarborough Centenary Hospital, on May 11, 2023.
Born on October 4, 1927, she was in her 96th year and was predeceased by her loving husband, Robert (Bob), with whom she shared 65 years of marriage; her brother, Art; and sister, Jeanne; and is survived by her sister, Fae.
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RUSSELL, Marguerite Linda Russell -
March 20, 1947 – May 11, 2023
Marguerite passed peacefully surrounded by her husband and family due to a long battle with cancer.
Beloved wife to Patrick Russell.
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SANGLE, Avinash Peter Sangle -
OCTOBER 12, 1965 – MAY 10, 2023
Age 57 passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Avinash was born in India.
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STAFFORD, David Norman “Dave” Stafford - (Retired Metro Police Service)
April 25, 1956 - May 10, 2023
Passed away at home on May 10th 2023 at the age of 67.
Beloved husband and best friend for almost 39 years of Jill Stafford.
Loved father of Michelle. Dear brother of Kenneth Stafford and Michael Stafford (Moria).
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REILLY, Laurie May “Sharon” Reilly - Peacefully with family by her side at Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering on Wednesday May 10th, 2023 at the age of 77.
Beloved wife of Jackson Reilly for 30 years.
Treasured Mom of Stephanie Darlington (Geoff Dionisio) and Philip Darlington.
Devoted Nana of Spencer and Camryn. Loving sister of Jimmy Webb (Sheri Clarke).
Adoring Aunt of Katey and John.
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WINSTANLEY, James ‘Jim’ Beattie - Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, surrounded by family, on Wednesday May 10th, 2023 at the age of 84.
Beloved husband of the late Anne Winstanley.
Loving father of Jim Winstanley, Theresa Gingereski (Mark) and the late Carol Petrie.
Cherished grandfather of Lisa, Jeffery, Matthew, Melanie, Brandon and great-grandfather to 13 great-grandchildren.
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MAIR, Leopoldine “Poldi” (nee Forstner) Mair - Passed away, in her 98th year, at Union Villa LTC Residence in Unionville on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
Poldi was a long time resident and active community member of Green River and then Greenbank, and, in her later years, West Shore Village, Port Perry.
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BRANTON, Gary Branton -
May 1952 - May 2023
We are broken hearted to announce the passing of Gary Branton at 70years of age.
Cherished son of Lois Branton(Fletcher] and Alan Branton of Whitby.
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ELLERTON, Jill Dianne Ellerton - Passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday May 9th, 2023 at the age of 81.
Beloved wife of the late Vern Ellerton.
Loving mother of Scott (Kelly) and Robert (Shannon Pascoe).
Dear Nana of Sara Cox (Lucas), Samantha Ellerton (Andrew Brennan), Bailey Ellerton, Lucas Ellerton and Great-Nana of Henry and Leah Cox.
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FRANK, Jeanne D’Arc Frank -
April 9, 1929 - May 9, 2023
Peacefully passed away on May 9, 2023 at The Village of Taunton Mills, at the age of 94.
Beloved wife of Germain.
Loving mother of Gaӫtan (Noreen), Jean-Marc (Tracey), Louise Button (John), Claude (Cathy), and Julie Dang (Minh).
Cherished grandmother of Tanya, Renee, Eric, Matthew, Natalie, Jean-Luc, Chanel-Dani, Anabel, Philippe, Kayan, Lynnecho, Bridgette, and Darla and great-grandmother of many.
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BAGSHAW, Patricia Lynn Bagshaw - Suddenly, on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 56.
Daughter of the Late Reginald and Marie Shearer. Patti (nee Shearer) beloved wife of Paul Bagshaw of Sunderland.
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BELL, Rita Bell -
1930 - 2023
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Rita Bell (nee Bockerman), at 92 years of age.
She died peacefully in her sleep on May 9, 2023.
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MORRISON, Murdena Elizabeth (Bette) (nee MacGregor) Morrison -
October 14, 1930 – May 9, 2023
In the loving presence of her daughters, Sandy and Susan, Bette passed peacefully and gracefully on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at the age of 92.
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SANDFORD, Charles "David" Earle Sandford -
JUNE 10, 1955 – MAY 8, 2023
Charles "David" Earle Sandford was born on June 10, 1955 and passed away on May 8, 2023.
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FREAKE, Mary Muriel (nee Goodyear) Freake - “Aunt Moo” as she was affectionately known, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2023 at Winbourne Park LTC in her 104th year, with two of her nieces by her side.
Predeceased by her husband Eugene and her 7 siblings.
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GOODRICH, Ethel - Passed away peacefully at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton on Monday May 8, 2023, at the age of 82 years.
Ethel, beloved wife of the late Cyril.
Loving mother of Heather (Gary), Wayde (Maria) and Troy (Connie).
Loving grandmother of Zachary (Caitlin), Olivia, Trenton, Andrew (Nancy), Emma (Travis), William, Meaghan, Mackenzie and great grandmother of Jackson, Sophie and Nash.
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