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BLAND, Donald James Bland - 1937 - 2021 It is with profound sorrow that we announce on Saturday, September 11, 2021, with his loving wife, his children and his sister by his side, Don Bland passed away.
Don was born on December 26, 1937 to James and Alma (née Fraser) Bland in Toronto, Ontario.
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WILLIAMS, Shamila "Diane" Williams - Age 50, died on September 11th, 2021.
She is survived by her Son, who made up the entirety of her world, Nicholas Williams (age 28).
She was an incredibly hard working and uplifting person who enjoyed doing anything outdoors, especially if it was with her family.
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ALLDRED, Marilyn Faye Alldred - Peacefully, after a lengthy illness on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the Extendicare Oshawa, at age 88.
Faye (nee Beare), beloved wife of Ron Alldred of Oshawa.
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RITTHALER, Alice Elsie (née Fehr) – November 19th, 1937 - September 9th, 2021
Peacefully at home on September 9, 2021 at the age of 83.
Beloved mother of David (Maya) and Tim.
Daughter of the late Benjamin Fehr and Margaret (née Funk).
Dear mom, you were liked by all who knew you.
We will miss the time we spent together.
There will be an empty spot left in our hearts, we will never forget you.
Rest in Peace Mom.
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BENETEAU, Bernard Leo - Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, with his family by his side, at the age of 67.
Bernie, much loved husband of Mary-Lou.
Devoted father of Jennifer Douglas (Adam), Kimberly Slute (Warren) and Robert Beneteau.
Cherished Pepe of Wiley, Finn, and James.
Predeceased by his parents Agnes and Lawrence Beneteau, and parents-in-law Theresa and Stan Alexander.
Beloved brother of Elaine Barolak, Shirley Beneteau, Larry Beneteau, and Michelle Janisse.
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SUMMERVILLE, Jessie Baillie - It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of our beloved mother Jessie Baillie Summerville (nee Stevenson) who celebrated her 94th birthday this past May.
Mom passed away in hospital on Friday September 10, 2021 after a brief illness.
Predeceased by her husband and our dad, retired Toronto Police S/Sgt, Harry Summerville, mom will be greatly missed by her daughters Sharon (Kevin Wilkie), Susan, Cathy and Jeanne as well as her five grandchildren, Christopher, Melissa, Andrew, Philip and Stuart and their spouses, as well as her seven great-grandchildren.
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WELS, Carl Heinz - Carl passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, September 10,2021 at the age of 87 at Sunnycrest Nursing home, Whitby.
Beloved husband of Rita (nee Verfaillie) of 61 years.
Loving father of Ron (Margaret), Derek (Laurie) and predeceased by his loving daughter Kathleen.
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BARTLING, Rudolf "Rudy" Bartling - February 2, 1936 – September 8, 2021
Passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, September 8, 2021 in Oshawa, ON.
Rudy was born on February 2nd, 1936 in Bonn, Westphalia, Germany where he trained as a class A auto mechanic at Fleischaur, Germany.
Rudy arrived in Canada in 1957, accepting a position at Volkswagen Canada.
After leaving Volkswagen Canada he worked for several years in California.
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HOLLIDAY, Heber and Winifred Patricia -
HOLLIDAY, Heber James (Jim) - On Tuesday, September 8, 2020, Heber James (Jim) Holliday, loving husband, Dad, Granddad, Uncle and friend, passed away of a heart attack at the age of 92.
He was born near Dorchester on Thames, England on February 6, 1928 and attended school in Wallingford on scholarships.
He immigrated to Canada after marrying his loving wife of 65 years, Winifred (Win) Patricia Holliday (Predeceased March 26, 2020).
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife, sister Anne and brother Bert.
He is survived by his daughters Jill and Sheila (Michael Tomasek) and his grandchildren Cody Veal and Sara Veal. He was a long distance and always interested uncle to Colin, Duncan, Mark and Claire.
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CONNOR, Stephanie Connor - July 13, 1979 - September 8, 2021
Stephanie was tragically killed at 12:10am on September 8th.
She was the most loving, crazy wild, loyal, mother, daughter, sister, best friend….. she lived life to its fullest.
Stephanie leaves behind two amazing boys Tye (25) and Aiden (10).
Her mother Lisa, predeceased by her father Wayne.
3 sisters Jill, Miranda, Ashleigh (Paul).
Many nieces and nephews, Josh, Victoria, Sarah, Madilynn, Benjamin.
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BRYKSA, Nancy Anne (née Graham) - Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at the age of 76.
Beloved wife of Charles for 54 years.
Loving mother to Shari and Brian.
Cherished Grandma to Adam, Megan, Emily and Kathryn.
Great-Grandma to Beatrice.
Nancy was survived by her brother Ross.
Pre-deceased by her parents Melvin and Mildred Graham, and siblings Marjorie and Ronald.
Nancy will be dearly missed by extended family and friends.
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DJANI, Michael - October 25th, 1934 - September 9th, 2021
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Hillsdale Estates, at the age of 86.
Beloved husband of Grace.
Loving father of Steve Djani and Gordon (Tracy) Djani.
Cherished grandfather of Alannah Joslyn, Jacqueline Furnis, and Dylan Djani and great-grandfather of Scarlett.
Michael spent his working life as a Plumber and was a member of Local 46.
He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
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GIAVROUTAS, Dimitrios - (April 6th, 1946 - September 9th, 2021)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health after a short battle with cancer, on Thursday September 9, 2021 at the age of 75.
He was always on the hunt for treasure and had quite an extensive collection of things from various yard sales and flea markets.
He always brought the kids ducks or rabbits to play with.
He was nothing short of amazing in his granddaughters' hearts.
He will be remembered fondly by his wife Ismini, sons Constantinos (Anna) and Pavlos (Sarah) and his 5 granddaughters Alexia, Calista, Marissa, Adriana and Alexandra.
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GODAWA, Marion Isobel (nee Lewis) Godawa - August 21, 1945 - September 29, 1921
It is with great sadness that the family of Marion Godawa (nee Lewis) announce her passing at Lakeridge Health Oshawa Hospital on Thursday September 9/2021.
Marion was in her 76th year.
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SPEARS, Ronald Ned - Suddenly passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age 75.
Loving husband of Laura (nee: Brown).
Devoted father to Corey, Bain (Sabrina) and predeceased by his daughter Annett.
Cherished grandfather to Jade and Caleb.
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VEALE, William George - Slipped away peacefully at Saint Michael’s Hospital, Toronto on Thursday September 9, 2021, in his 89th year.
Beloved son of the late Harry Veale and Luella (McEachern)Veale.
William was the beloved husband of Elsie Marguerite (Langstaff) Veale and the late Edith (McNiven)Veale.
Loving father of Frederick James and Karen Yvonne.
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FLORES, Leticia Rios Rodriguez - Aged 77 Years. Passed away peacefully at Yee Hong Hospice on Thursday September 9th, 2021.
Beloved wife of the late Efrain Flores Peña. Loving mother of Jaime (Sandra Valladares) and Abigail (Marek Szczepanski).
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COPPING, Shirley May (Mercer) - Of Orono, born July 6th, 1935, passed away peacefully September 9th, 2021.
Daughter of Stan and Thelma Mercer.
Wonderful mom to Richard, (Debbie) Linda, (Donnie)Kelly, (Terry) and Brian.
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MELVILLE, John - Passed peacefully at Hope St. Terrace on September 9, 2021 at the age of 87.
Beloved husband to Barbara for 64 years.
Much loved dad to Deborah (Geordie) and the late David and Glen (survived by Marylou).
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TROTTER, Elaine Mary – Peacefully at Centennial Place, Millbrook on Friday September 10, 2021, at the age of 66.
Beloved daughter of the late Eva and Donald Trotter.
Dear sister of Alan and his wife Catherine Trotter, Glenna and her husband Jack Wilson and her twin, Lynn and her husband Elgin Irwin.
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HUNTER, Iris - (May 13th, 1944 - September 8th, 2021)
Passed away quietly in Lindsay on Wednesday, September 8th, 2021 at the age of 77.
Loving mother of Troy and his wife Diane, Kristen and her husband Reinhardt and Chantal.
Grandmother of Kiera, Sam, Madison.
Dear sister of Peter Walendzewicz and his wife Patricia, Paul Walendzewicz and his wife Karen.
Sister-in-law of Bill and Betty Hunter.
Survived by several nieces and nephews and their families.
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WHYTE, Timothy “Tim” Allen - Passed away unexpectedly on September 8, 2021 in Toronto.
Loving husband and best friend of Jocelynne (née Middleton).
Devoted Daddio of Taylor Renee (Stephen) and Natasha Layne (David) Whyte-Gray; chosen father of Chris Sincade (Ally).
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BURGESS, William George 'Bill' - On September 8, 2021.
Predeceased by his wife, Marion Burgess, and his daughter, Kathy Read, Bill is survived by his daughters Lynda (Paul) Crago, Debbie (John) Snowden and Janice Burgess, his son-in-law, Stan Read, his grandchildren, Meghan, Mackenzie, Jennifer, Jessica, Michelle and Trevor and his great-grandchildren, Addison, Emma, Olivia, Eleanor, Emerson, Veronique, Klara, Lauren and Charlotte.
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MATHESON, Phyllis May - Passed away peacefully at her home on September 8, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.
She will be dearly missed by her husband of many years Jim, her daughters Jennifer (Jody), Stephanie (Ryan), and Allison (Tom), and her 6 grandchildren Myles, Nolan, Rory, Clara, Eleanor, and Henry, as well as her many nieces and nephews.
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FLETT, Doris Annie (nee Leach) - Passed away peacefully at Glenhill Strathaven LTC on September 8th, 2021 at the age of 100 years.
Beloved wife of the late Douglas.
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YHAP, Maureen Celene - (April 23, 1938 - September 8, 2021)
It is with profound sadness that the family of Maureen Celene Yhap announces her passing.
Our Heavenly Father took Maureen into His loving arms to rest.
God was faithful to Maureen as she was to Him, answering her prayer - that she would transition to Eternal Life to be with Him in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her husband, children and grandchildren.
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