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ZIADE, Odette Ziade - 1953 - 2022
Ziade, Odette, age 69, of Ajax Ontario, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on June 14, 2022.
She is survived by her husband Derek, her son Andrew and his wife Joy, her brother Michele, sister Emily, and grandchildren Elianna, Elias, Sloane and Mason.
Born and raised in Aghmeed Lebanon, Odette immigrated to Canada in the early 1970’s, settling down in Toronto where her son Andrew was born.
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LEASK, Duncan “Martin” Leask - January 23, 1935 - June 13, 2022
Of Whitby, passed away quietly at Lakeridge Health - Ajax, on Monday, June 13, 2022, aged 87 years.
Originally from Aith, Shetland Islands, Scotland, Martin emigrated to Canada in 1961 with Margaret, his dearly loved wife of 61 years.
Loving father of Fiona and her husband Michael Irvine, Rob and his wife Jeannette, and Andrea and her husband James Wilson.
Cherished grandfather of Michelle (Neil), Rob (Rebecca), Megan, Danielle, Cameron, Aiden, and Isla.
Martin is fondly remembered by his extended family and friends.
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GONSALVES, Alfred (David) Anthony Gonsalves - Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his residence on Tuesday June 14, 2022 at the age of 74 years.
David's spirit will live on through the loving family that survives him which includes; children (Glenda Rivera, AnnMarie Tyson and Lawrence Gonsalves), grandchildren (Miriam Assang, Marlena Rivera, Aaron Assang, Sarah Rivera, Brandon Kapay, Xavier Gonsalves, Twyla Gonsalves, Ysanne Tyson and Ashleigh Tyson), and great grandchildren (Isaiah Rivera-Richards, Maziah Pinto, Hashian Pinto and Elizabeth Rivera-Richards).
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TIGHE, M. Stephen - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen unexpectedly on June 14th 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Beloved husband of Linda Mason for over 20 years.
Much loved dad to Andrew (Courtney Piper), David, and much loved step-dad to Matthew Brown.
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WHITE, Catherine Joyce - After a courageous fight at North Hastings Hospice on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Don.
Survived by her daughters Arlene (Derek) and Melissa (Peter).
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COPELAND, Julia (Julie) Moira Copeland (nee Crossan) - October 28, 1938 – June 12, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Julia Moira Copeland; a kind and generous woman, who entered into rest on June 12, 2022 in her 83rd year.
Julia is predeceased by her loving husband, Gary Copeland (1996), and her two brothers Andrew and Frederick Crossan.
Julia will be sadly missed by her two sisters, Catherine Whitney in Nova Scotia and Ann Crossan in Australia.
Julia was born in Montreal, Quebec to James Forbes Crossan and Christine Crossan (nee Moir).
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BUZZELL, Roger Keith - September 27, 1933 - June 12, 2022
Roger passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospital on June 12, 2022 at the age of 88.
Loving husband of Ruby for over 65 years.
Loving dad of Dave (Shelley).
Adored pops of Josh (Jen), Kevin (Michelle) and Wade (Bre). Great grandfather of Ora and Lyra. Roger will also be missed by extended family and friends.
Those who knew Roger will remember him for his great sense of humour.
He was a long time employee of General Motors and enjoyed over 28 years of retirement after 37.3 years of service.
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HEYES, George Leslie Heyes - July 29, 1929 – June 12, 2022
It is with heavy hearts the family of Les Heyes announce his passing on Sunday June 12th, 2022, at the age of 92.
He was born in Widnes England to the late Francis and Mary Heyes.
Cherished Husband and best friend of Mary Heyes for 71 years. Loving and proud Dad of Katrine (late – Steve), Sherryl (Pat) and Ross (Nuala).
Fun loving Gramps to Connie, Corinne, Nicole, Chris, Lesley, Lindsay, and Matthew. His grandchildren always brought a smile to his face. Les was blessed with 14 Great Grandchildren whom he adored and loved having around him.
Les married Mary in St. Lukes Farnworth Church, in Widnes, Lancashire on June 9th, 1951.
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CRAWFORD, Dawson Crawford - 1937 - 2022 Crawford, Dawson, age 84, of Ajax, Ontario passed away peacefully at home on Monday June 13th, 2022, and is now in Heaven with his Lord and Savior.
He is survived by his wife Pauline, his children Michael (Caroline), Peter (Joanne), and David, and his grandchildren Alexandra, Emily, and Sarah.
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PEAT, Helen Paterson (nee Mason) Peat - After a brief illness, Helen passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday June 13th, 2022 at the age of 90 years.
Beloved wife of the late James Peat.
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WARD, Douglas Lance Wesley - 1956 - 2022 Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Monday, June 13, 2022 at his home in Oshawa at the age of 66.
Loving husband to Sandy for 43 years.
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GORES, Michael Karl Gores - Passed away peacefully on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Lakeridge, Oshawa after a short battle with cancer.
Predeceased by his father Karl.
Loving son of Ingrid Gores and dear brother of Thomas (Marie).
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HUFF, Robert James Huff - March 25, 1939 – June 11, 2022
Age 83, of Oshawa, Ontario passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022.
Robert was born March 25, 1939.
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BALLARD, Dr. Betty Lorraine (nee Rix) Ballard - January 3, 1947 - June 11, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of Betty Ballard announce her sudden passing on June 11th, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a short battle with colon cancer.
She is survived by her three sons, Michael (Sarah) of Bowmanville, Ontario; David (Julie) of Halifax, Nova Scotia; and Dr. Jonathan (Tiffany) of Clarenville, Newfoundland.
Her four beautiful granddaughters Addison, Abbigail, Adalynn (Jonathan) and Charlotte (David).
Her friend Susan will dearly miss her.
Remembered fondly by her family down east of five brothers Don (Betty Ann (d)), Gary (d) (Linda), Eric (d) (Sandra (d)), Ralph (Jackie) and Bob (d) (Paula).
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DIGNARD, Aldoria " Al" Dignard - (Retired General Motors Employee)
Peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at Hillsdale Terrace at the age of 82 years.
Beloved husband of Joanne of 54 years.
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GRAHAM, Draven Glenn – It is with great sadness the family of Draven announces his sudden and unexpected passing on June 12, 2022 at the young age of 10.
Draven will forever be in the hearts of his parents Jessica Hayes (Mike Corman) and Justin Graham.
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VUKOVIC, Vladimir "Vlado" - 1933 - 2022 Passed away peacefully at home, on Sunday, June 12, 2022, in his 90th year.
Beloved husband for 64 years of Jill, much-loved father of Nicholas (Nancy), Andrew (Margaret) and Christopher (Alison).
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RANSBERRY, Shelley - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at age 66.
Loving wife to Bill for 47 Years.
Proud mother to Shawn (Lindsey) and Paul (Angie).
Caring grandmother to Mikayla, Meghan, Ava, Julia, Alanna and Blake.
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VanDRUNEN, Patricia (nee Vanderveer) VanDrunen - October 29, 1940 – June 12, 2022
Went Home to be with her Lord and Saviour at Glenhill Terraces, Whitby.
Beloved wife of Henry VanDrunen for 60 years.
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PACEY, Roy James - It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Roy James Pacey on Sunday, June 12, 2022 in his 84th year.
Loving husband of Peggy Pacey (Nee Noden) for 65 years.
Devoted father of Bernice (Ralph), The late Royanne (John) and Christine (Doug).
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CRUPI, Dominic Crupi - Born on January 15, 1945, he passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on June 12, 2022.
Beloved husband of Mary.
Loving father of Roselyn (Vince) Piligra, Vincenzo (Heather) Crupi, Lisa (Daniel) Patreau and Julie Crupi.
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SMITH, Clayton – Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 93.
Clayton was born 1 of 5 sons to the late Harry and Elsie (Nee Miller) Smith of Cardinal, Ontario on May 6th, 1929.
Beloved husband and best friend of 68 years of Shirley (Nee Alkerton) Smith who predeceased him November 2016.
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HILL, Victoria “Jane” Hill - April 28, 1963 – June 10, 2022
Passed away suddenly at her residence on Friday, June 10, 2022 at the age of 59 years.
Beloved wife of Richard. Loving mother to Brendon Appleyard.
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MOUNTENAY, David John - February 17, 1941 – June 10, 2022
David passed away at his home in Newcastle surrounded by his loving family on June 10, 2022.
Dear husband of Louise (nee Whitney). Cherished father of Cam (Mandy), Sherrie Brown (Al) and Crystal Fanning (John). Also cherished father to Jarod McDonald (Lynlie) and Kris McDonald (Tracey).
Loving grandfather to Alex, Julia, Dillon, Garret, Richard (Brittany), Liam, Jessica (Travis), Liam Ferguson, Aidan, Cassie and Lily. GG to Charles and Alanna.
Much loved brother to Cathy Kehoe (John).
Predeceased by his best friend and brother in law Gerry Kehoe.
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VEKASI, Joan D. Vekasi - April 20, 1941 - June 10, 2022
Passed away peacefully, before sunrise on the morning of Friday, June 10, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, in her 82nd year.
Loving wife and best friend of the late Bill Vekasi.
Beloved mother of Laura Ann (Chris) and Darrell (at home) and cherished Baba of Alex.
Much-loved sister of Gloria (Ted) and predeceased by her brother Tom.
Dear sister-in-law of Teresa (Joe), Marg (Bob) and Annie (Rich).
Dear friend of Irene. Joan will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Predeceased by her nephew Danny and her parents Victoria and Harry.
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WALSH, Henry Joseph - Passed away peacefully, after a lengthy illness, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, June 10, 2022 at the age of 79.
Beloved husband of Carmel for 58 years.
Loving father of the late Kelly-Anne (Terry) and Joseph (Terri).
Cherished grandfather of Nicholas (Justine), Adam (Samantha), Krista (Ben), Isaac, Ben and Sam and great-grandfather of Savannah, Aaliyah and Tristan.
Dear brother of Catherine (Philip).
Predeceased by his siblings Mary and William. Henry will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Henry was an Ironworker for Local 721.
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