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TELFER, Alexander D. Telfer, B.Eng, - December 12, 1943 - October 2, 2022
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 2nd, surrounded by his wife of 51 years, Jacqui and his boys, Colin and Craig.
Alex was born December 27th, 1943 in Paisley, Scotland.
He loved his family more than anything, especially his wife, Jacqui who provided unwavering care and support throughout his challenges with Parkinson's in his latter years.
Alex worked his career at Ontario Power Generation, where he made life long friendships; from running marathons with his co-workers to creating a soccer team and adding a Scottish flare by MCing many Robert Burns Suppers and introducing HAGGIS to those with the bravery to try it.
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RAINFORD, Alvin Anthony - December 20, 1944 - October 2, 2022
Tony Rainford passed away peacefully in Ajax on October 2nd.
He will be deeply missed by his wife Jean, daughter Nicole and husband Angelo, son Marc and partner Gabby, his grandchildren Sandra (Roxi), Selena, Vivian and his brothers Robert and Richard.
Tony was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.
He is resting peacefully with his father Alvin and mother Hyacinth.
Thank you to the team at Viva Retirement Residence and Lakeridge Ajax Pickering hospital for their care and kindness.
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JACKSON, Thomas Jackson - May 28th, 1961 - October 2nd, 2022
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 61.
Beloved partner of Tammy Sparrow.
Loving son of Vina and the late Bill Jackson.
Dear brother of Scott (Christine), Katrina (Glen) and Mark.
Tom will be sadly missed by his many family and friends.
Tom was an enterainter and very artistic, he loved to sing, play his guitar and draw.
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BRIDEAU, Clarence Brideau - January 12, 1921 - October 2, 2022
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Sunnybrook Veteran’s Residence, at the age of 101.
Proud WWII Veteran.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Bella.
Loving father of Shirley Dejczak (Al).
Cherished Grandpa of Mika (Chuck) and Nadia.
Will be missed by his brothers and sisters.
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CARTER, Colin Leroy - It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Colin Leroy Carter on Monday, October 3rd, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 85.
Loving wife of Claudine Carter.
Cherished father of David (Heather), Hazel, Cordel, Colin, Anthony, Cynthia, Priscilla, Sandra and Leroy.
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HULSHOF, Aiden William - October 3, 2022
It is with deep sadness and shock that we announce the passing of Aiden William Hulshof, age 16, tragically in a motor vehicle accident.
Aiden was passionate about farming, friends, family, and life. His smile was contagious and felt by many. He made friends wherever he went.
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BOUDEWYN, Peter Paul - April 2, 1941 - October 3, 2022 (Age 81)
It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Paul Boudewyn announce his passing on Monday, October 3, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer in his 82nd year.
Cherished by his wife and the love of his life Yvonne.
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KILSDONK, Bernice (nee Goguen) - March 29, 1943 - October 3, 2022
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville at the age of 79.
Bernice is survived by her loving husband Joe of 52 years.
Caring mother to Kim Howden (Rich), and cherished Granny to Emily.
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MORRISON, Donald John - NOVEMBER 2, 1934 – OCTOBER 1, 2022
In the early morning of October 1st, 2022, at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, with his family by his side, we said farewell to a loving and kind husband, father and grandfather, Donald John Morrison.
Don "Gumboots", was born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia on November 2nd, 1934.
He lived most of his life in Sydney. He was known for his hockey playing for both Sydney and Newfoundland.
He moved to Ontario in 1965. He was a dedicated employee at Lasco Steel and an active union man.
Those who knew Don, knew that he loved to spend time with family and friends.
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WATTS, Jesse - May 25, 1971 - October 1, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jesse Allan Watts on Saturday October 1st, 2022 at the age of 51.
Loving husband of Linda, and much-loved father of Ethan and Jaden, Jesse will be forever missed.
Survived by his father Bob Watts, and mother Brenda Watts, as well as by his brother Christopher Watts and wife Janet, his sister Dawn Lyndon and husband Jeff, brother-in-law of Larry Vankerkhoven and his wife Peggy, Don Vankerkhoven and Sheri Pople and her husband Matt.
Jesse will also be remembered by several nieces and nephews and their families.
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WINSOR-JAMES, Jacqueline Winsor-James - 1962 - 2022
Jacqueline Winsor-James passed away peacefully on Sunday October 2, 2022, surrounded by her family at home after living with cancer for 17 months.
Her memory lives on through her husband Scott James and her children Alexander, Aaron, and Deirdre.
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ANDRINGA, Ida Elberta (nee Griffioen) Andringa - Age 82 years The Lord took unto Himself on October 2nd, 2022 at Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry.
Loving mother of Jan Andringa & his wife Paulette Hébert, Janet & her husband David Downer, Danny Andringa & his wife Brenda and Monica & her husband John Korry.
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KEYZERS, William (Bill) Keyzers - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Keyzers on October 2, 2022 in his 90th year.
He will be so greatly missed as a beloved and loyal husband of 66 years to Ricki; amazing dad to Dorothy (Tim) and Frank (predeceased); wonderful Opa to Candace (Ryan) and their daughters Sophie and Calie, and step Opa to Ben (Nicola) and son Luca, Amy and daughters Evy and Nevaeh, Elise and daughters Elizabeth and Isabelle; dear sister to Marjory and predeceased brothers John, Peter and Tony.
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HAMERS, Stan Hamers - Age 85 Years Long time Knights of Columbus Member
Passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday October 5, 2022.
Stan is now reunited with his beloved wife, Joanne (nee Kolsteren).
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SCHUMACHER, Donald and Helen Schumacher -
A Life Together and Forever
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Psalm 23:6
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DAVID, Giselle I. David - November 12, 1928 - September 30, 2022
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Giselle David who passed away on Friday September 30, 2022 at Bay Ridges Long Term Care in Pickering.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Louis David, son, Steven Bartok and granddaughter, Crystal Agnew.
She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Beatrice Hancock and Kitty Stoker; her grandsons Brandon Bartok, Kevin Bartok, Sean Hancock, Ryan Hancock and James Stoker.
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O'LEARY, Lucy Maria - July 16, 1968 - September 30, 2022
The family of Lucy Maria O'Leary would like to that you for your prayers and kind expressions of sympathy shown following her passing.
Your support during this difficult time is very much appreciated and a great comfort to all of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Kidney Foundation of Canada in memory of Lucy.
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COX, Dr. Robert ‘Bob’ - March 1, 1942 - September 30, 2022
At the age of 80 with his loving family by his side, Bob passed peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a brief battle with Leukemia.
Beloved husband of Sheila for 53 years and loving father of three daughters, Meredith (Chris), Stephanie (Mike) and Julia (Sam).
He loved and was so proud of his seven grandchildren Jamie, Dahlia, William, Gavin, Eleanor, Celeste and Matthew. He will be greatly missed by his sister Joanne, many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Bob was born in Oshawa where he attended O’Neill Collegiate and was an active member of the football team.
He was an avid curler and spent his weekends skiing at Kirby Ski Club.
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BARIL, Lisette Baril - January 3, 1945 - September 30, 2022
Malheureusement, nous annonçons le décès soudain et inattendu de notre bien-aimée Lisette le vendredi 30 septembre 2022.
Épouse d'Yvon depuis 51 ans. Mère adorée de Jean François (Chantal).
Grand-mère de Cassity, Jean-Sébastien et Catalaina.
Notre belle Lisette va être manqué par ça familles et un nombre incalculable d’amis.
Sa plus grande passion était sa famille et passer du temps avec eux.
Elle appréciait et chérissait tout et tout le monde dans sa vie.
Elle était toujours la vie de la fête et il n'y avait jamais un moment d'ennui quand Lisette était là.
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DONOGHUE, Joan Mary Donoghue - December 24, 1955 – September 30, 2022
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our loving and much loved sister Joan after a brief battle with cancer.
Joan is survived by her siblings Adrian (Raymonde), Paul (Ann), Barb (Andy), Greg, Anne, Gene(Sylvia) and sister-in-law Maryanne.
She is pre-deceased by her parents, Gerald Donoghue and the former Mary Mulrooney as well as her brother Barry and her brother-in-law Mario.
Joan will be lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews Alexia, Anthony, Leanne, Dan, Angela, Lisa, Andrew, Tom, Geoff, Stephanie, Eric, Mark, Nathan, Myles and their families.
Joan was born and educated in Kingston.
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KROUT, Olga - April 27, 1924 – September 30, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Olga Krout (nee: Goleski) on Friday, September 30, 2022 at Lakeridge Gardens Long-Term Care.
Beloved mother of Dennis (Veryl) and Vicki (Ron).
Loving grandmother of Mark (Alison).
Cherished great-grandmother of James and Frances.
Dear sister of Ed Goleski.
Pre-deceased by her husband Thomas, parents Anthony and Pauline Goleski, sisters Mary Kolodzie and Jenny Hulaj, brothers Stan Goleski and Bernie Goleski.
Heartful thanks to Rev. Keith Callaghan for his support and friendship.
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BIGGLESTONE, Doris Patricia - It is with great sadness that the family of Doris Patricia Bigglestone announce her peaceful passing on Saturday October 1st, 2022.
At the age of 89, Doris, (affectionately known as Doe), is lovingly remembered by her children Brian, Suzie (Scott), Brad (Giselle), grandchildren Bobby, Erica, Justin (Amanda), great grandchildren Jackson, Lily, and numerous other family members and friends.
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MACGREGOR, Jean Mary - Jean found peace in the arms of her loving Saviour, Jesus Christ, on October 1, 2022 at the age of 92.
Mother of Elizabeth Brasier (Brian), Paul (Susan), David (Kimberly) and John (Jennifer).
Grandmother of Molly Hoiting (Darren), Jodie, Christopher, Hannah, Linnea and Jaylen.
Aunt to Donna Clark and Sharon Braznik (deceased).
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McPHADDEN, Bernice Florence Lois (Covell) - Passed away peacefully at the Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, on Saturday October 1, 2022.
Bernice was pre-deceased by her husband Chuck McPhadden (2017).
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ROMANUK, Anne – Peacefully on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Extendicare Oshawa at the age of 100.
Predeceased by her dear husband Rev. John Romanuk.
Beloved mom of Edna Kornylo (Danny), Lillian DeCicco (the late Mike), Dyan Tuttle (Steven) and the late Edward (the late Barb) and the late Ron (Jeannine).
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O'NEILL, Janet Mary O'Neill - May 10, 1938 - September 29, 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Janet O’Neill at age 84.
Predeceased by her husband Douglas “Mike “ O’Neill & her grandson David Mathew Gilbert.
Cherished mother to Sally & Sarah, mother-in-law to Steve & Shaun & grandmother to Andrew Michael, Laura & Mitchell.
Janet was born & grew up in Bristol, England.
At age 29, she along with her husband & two daughters, emigrated to Canada. She had many different careers during her working years.
Testing chemicals, secretarial & administrative positions and to finally be the office manager of 90 people in the procurement depart at an engineering firm.
Her most happiest times however, we’re spent looking after her grandchildren.
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