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HEALEY, Mary - October 22, 1922 - September 4, 2021
Mary Healey passed away peacefully on Saturday September 4th, 2021 at Amica Unionville in her 99th year.
Predeceased by her beloved husband of many years John Gerald (Jerry) Healey, as well as her siblings George Brynzan and Dorothy Shelenkoff.
Mom will be dearly missed by her sister Lena Marchuk.
Loving mother of Ted (Sandy), Brian (Ruth) and Larry (Lindsay).
Dear Grandmother to Dawn (Greg), Ryan, Robyn (Darrin), Michael (Angela), Kelley, David and Laura.
Proud Great-Grandmother of Owen, Jayce, and Ashtyn.
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FERRY, Ann Carole - October 31, 1949 - September 4, 2021
Passed away after a courageously fought battle on September 4, 2021 at the age of 71. Loving wife of Ray for over 30 years.
Adored mother of Steve.
Cherished nanny of Zachary and Kenzie.
She also leaves behind siblings David (Anne), Benjie (Carol), Leesa (Steve) and daughter in law Kendra.
Ann was a loving aunt of Kristine (Brian), Toni, Shawn (Ashlee), Sarah, Andy (Allison), Paul (Danielle) and Danny (Danielle).
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CLARK, Donald Clark - May 8th, 1937 - September 4th, 2021
With heavy hearts and wonderful memories, we announce the passing of Donald Graham Clark, at the age of eighty-four, in Whitby Ontario.
Don was born in Toronto on May 8, 1937 to parents Donald & Alice Clark.
He is survived by his loving wife Marcelle of fifty-four years, and his four children Alison (Dave) Carey, London ON, Shelley (Derrick) Wong, Georgetown ON, Chantelle (Lyle) Mills, London ON, and Darcy Clark & Brian Clelland, Toronto ON.
Loving grandfather to 5 grandchildren, Noelle Carey, Madeline Wong, Gabrielle Wong, Gavin Mills and Yvette Mills.
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DUNHAM, Mary “Helena” - Retired employee of Canada Post.
20 year resident of Marion Place.
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday September 4th, 2021 in her 91st year.
Beloved wife of George for 67 years.
Loving mother and friend of Joanne Archer (Rick), Teresa Sweetman (Ron), Angela Chaisson (Dan) and the late Derek Dunham.
Devoted grandmother of Chris (Natalie), Amee (Kevin), Darryl (Colleen), Lindsay (Josh), Chantal (Dan), Stephen (Sue), Jake, Jenna (Chris), Brianna (Nelson), Catie (Anthony), Mikel (Jess), predeceased by grandson Jamie.
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EDWARDS, Harold Lewis (Lew) - Captain (Ret’d) RCAF/CAF
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our father H Lewis (“Lew”) Edwards on September 4, 2021 at the age of 90 years following a prolonged battle with dementia.
He was a man who will be remembered as having lived a full, loving and generous life.
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WALLACE, Mary Winnifred - at Leacock Care Centre, Orillia on Saturday September 4, 2021 in her 101st year.
Beloved daughter of the late William and Mary Ann (Johnston) Wallace.
Predeceased by her sisters and brothers, Jack and James Wilkin, Lillie Mackness, William, Isabella, Clifton and Russell Wallace.
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LAFONTAINE, Roger Gerard Lafontaine - April 3, 1934 – September 4, 2021
It is with the deepest of sorrow and heaviest of hearts we announce the sudden passing of Mr. Roger Gerard LAFONTAINE, peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on September 4, 2021 surrounded by family and loved ones.
Cherished and beloved husband of 26 years to the late Bonnie Lafontaine (Graham).
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KERSWILL, Debra “Deb” - November 28th, 1954 - September 3rd, 2021
It is with great sadness that we are announcing the passing of our Mom, Debra Kerswill.
After a hard fight, she lost her battle to cancer.
She was a woman who dedicated her entire life to her family, friends and her many students she taught over the years.
She was a cherished daughter of David and Barbara Binger, and a sister to Tony (Deborah) and Rusty (Kelly).
She put her whole heart into raising Matt (Jenn) and Mandy (Lenroy).
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NANTAIS, Louise Antoinette - July 12th, 1932 - September 3rd, 2021
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother Louise in her 90th year.
Our precious Lord Jesus called her home, to walk on streets of gold.
She is predeceased by her husband Maurice, and her son Larry.
She will be forever cherished, and remembered by her children Linda (Paul) Ryerse, Michele Nantais, and JoAnne (Rick) Fields.
Her 7 grandchildren Richelle (Hunter) Nantais, Robert (Anna) Gravelle, Jill (Paul) Marion, Chad (Kelly) Nantais, Jeff (Jane) Nantais, Trina (Christian) Lamb, and Noah Fields, as well as her 6 great grandchildren.
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UPHAM, Donald Jamieson - May 29, 1925 - September 3, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear grandad, Don Upham, at the age of 96, on September 3, 2021.
Don was the loving husband to Lois (Kelly) for over 69 years and the father of Deborah (Chris) and Jill (Bruce).
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BURGESS, Mary "Mamie" (nee HILL) - Passed away peacefully, on Friday, September 3, 2021, age 93 years.
Mamie, beloved wife of Edward "Ted".
Loving mother of Janette and Carolyn and cherished grandmother to Charlotte.
Mamie was devoted to her family and friends and we will all miss her dearly but, take comfort in knowing that she is now at peace.
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HANSEN, Lynda Elizabeth (Celand) - It is with great sadness that the family of Lynda Elizabeth Hansen (Cleland) announce her peaceful passing in her home on Sept 3rd 2021 in her 78th year.
Loving wife of Don Hansen (predeceased).
Lynda will be dearly missed by her children Grant (Carrie), Brett (Laura), Mark (Patty), Kerry (Derek).
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LEBLANC, Fidele Joseph - Peacefully at Lakeridge Oshawa Hospital on Friday, September 3, 2021 in his 96th year.
Predeceased by his first wife Violet LeBlanc (nee Alder) also by his second wife Shirley LeBlanc (nee Lane).
Loving father of three sons Ronald, Eric (Yvonne) and the late Phillip (Michelle).
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STILLAR, Clayton - March 1, 1974 - September 3, 2021
Passed suddenly at the age of 47.
Loving son of Lillian and Ted Stillar.
Clayton spent his childhood in Whitby enjoying hockey and baseball.
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MOIR, Mary Dolores Moir - Unexpectedly, on Friday, September 3rd, 2021 at the Port Perry Hospital at age 79.
Mary (nee Boutilier-McGill), beloved wife of Robert “Bob” for just shy of 60 years.
Loved mother of Kimberley Cooper and her husband Michael, Jim Moir and his wife Jennifer and Gord Moir and his wife Julie.
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BUCHANAN, Eleanor - Passed away in her sleep on Friday, September 3rd, 2021, just shy of her 97th Birthday.
Eleanor is predeceased by her loving husband and one daughter.
She will be missed by her two surviving daughters and extended family.
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KONOPACKI, Robert - It’s with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Konopacki on September 3, 2021 at the age of 84 at Glenhill Strathaven Long Term Care Home in Bowmanville.
Robert will be remembered for his love of the outdoors.
He loved fishing and hunting.
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BONNELL, Leo 'Mickey' Robert James - (April 28, 1982 – September 2, 2021)
Mickey passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 2, 2021, at his home, at the age of 39.
He will be sadly missed by his three daughters Lucy, Ella, and Mary Bonnell.
Loving son of Robert and Susan Bonnell.
Dear brother of Melissa (Brett) and Sarah (Patrick). Uncle of Ben, Elizabeth, Robbie, and James.
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FINTOFF, James “Brent” - Retired 30 year employee of General Motors
On Thursday, September 2, 2021, my husband, Brent lost a long battle with complications from MS.
Brent was an active member of our family, even as his body became less responsive to his wishes.
He was a loving and supportive husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and great uncle.
He will be remembered for his sense of humour and fun, the nicknames he gave, the things he built and put into the world, the recipes his family still uses at holidays, and the genuine connection he made with the people around him wherever he went.
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PHILLIPS, Parker Bentley David - (January 30, 2021 – September 1, 2021)
Parker passed away unexpectedly, at Lakeridge hospital, in Oshawa, two days after his 7-month celebration.
He is a true Heart Warrior and Superhero, who inspired many through his strength and determination. His joyous laughter and contagious smile will forever bring cheer to everyone who knew him.
Parker knew himself well and never failed to communicate his desires and dislikes.
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CORDELL, Ronald "Ron" George Cordell - January 11, 1941 – September 2, 2021
It is with sad and heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Ronald George Cordell on September 2, 2021 at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.
Deeply loved husband of Kathleen, loving father of Beverley (Daniel), Keith (Tess), and cherished granddaughters, Alina and Valerie.
Survived by sister, Gail, brother-in-law Joe Daws Knowles, sister-in-law Pat Price, many loving nieces and nephews and friends.
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YETMAN, William Ronald - With great sadness the family of William Ronald Yetman, announces his passing on Thursday September 2, 2021 in his home at the age of 85 years young.
The beloved father of Shari, Theresa (Ed), Darlene, Joyce (Ted), Bill (Shannon), Jacky (Felix), Alvin (Nadine), Jemima (Curtis), Debby (Patrick), Donna (Trevor), Rebecca, and the late Marry-Anne.
The cherished son of the late Pearcy Yetman And the Late Jeanette.
Dear brother of Geraldine, Kenny, Thomas, Bonnie, the late Thelma, the late Olive, the late Tracey.
Proud Uncle of Christine, Lional, Douglas, Kathy, Richard, Tara, the late Diane, and many more nieces and nephews.
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DODGE, William Thomas Dodge - Formerly with Bank of Nova Scotia
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on September 2nd, 2021 at the age of 78 years.
Loving husband for 57 years to Florence.
Dear father of Cathy (Dean) Parker, Kim Payne and Allan (Sonya) Dodge.
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BARTON, Margaret (Douglas) - Margaret passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at the grand age of 103.
Loving wife to the late Bruce Barton and loving mother to Douglas (Dianne) and James (Sandra).
Cherished grandmother of Sarah (James), Ian (Meghan), Geoffrey (Kim), Thomas (Jessica), Stephanie, Kevin (Jamie-Lyn) and Wendy (Marcus).
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FEARNLEY, Margaret Joy - At 1:55 am on Thursday, September 2, 2021, she passed away at her home in Bobcaygeon, with family by her side.
Known to most as Joy Fearnley, she leaves behind, her three sons; Richard, Steven, and Jamie; her daughters-in-law, Annette, and Joyce; her Grandchildren, Emily, Alex, Rachel, Andrew, and Jaclyn; and her Great Grandchildren Jameson and Skyler; her husband Dave Boswell; and her second family through him, of Chris and Denise, Cathy and her children Mathew, Andrew, Natalie, and Anneliese; and Lesa and her children Maggie and Emma.
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DUGUAY, Jules Duguay - It is with profound sadness we announce Jules Joseph Duguay passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa Hospital on Thursday September 2nd, 2021, at 78 years old.
He leaves behind his beloved wife Marjolaine, daughter Andréa, and son in law Baron.
Jules was born in Kapuskasing and from a young age he enjoyed various subjects, always striving to further his education, certifications, and skills.
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