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SHEARER, Joyce Elaine (nee Tucker) - (March 24, 1935 - August 12, 2021)
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joyce Shearer, born in Whitby, Ontario.
Joyce passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a brief illness at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday, August 12, 2021.
Joyce has gone to join her loving husband of almost 66 years Robert Shearer .
Joyce was the beloved mother of (Late) Daniel (Late Cindy), Douglas (Teresa), Garry (Sherry), Dernna, Kimberly (Gordon). Cherished grandmother of Duncan, Phillip (Kathryn), Daniel (Hailey), Paul (Robin), Robbie (Michelle), (Late) Rian, Cassandra (Jay), Kelly and Deigan (Ariana) and great grandmother of Adam, Abigail, Stella, Ezekiel and Robert.
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WOODCOCK, William Arthur Woodcock - March 31st, 1922 - August 13th, 2021
On Friday, August 13, William A. Woodcock passed away at age 99.
William Woodcock “Bill” was born on March 31, 1922, in Toronto Ontario, the oldest child of William Arthur and Vesta Beryl (Wyatt) Woodcock.
Bill grew up in Toronto attending Upper Canada College.
In 1940, Bill enrolled in the naval officer training program at Royal Roads Military College in Victoria, BC before enlisting in the Canadian Navy in 1942.
He served as a Lieutenant and navigator on the HMCS Trillium until the end of World War II.
Following the war, Bill studied at the University of Toronto, graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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KASZCZIJ, Sophia Volodymyra - (January 30, 1933 – August 13, 2021)
Passed away peacefully on Friday August 13th at Glen Hill Strathaven, Bowmanville, surrounded by her loving family.
Sophia was in her 89th year.
Predeceased by her husband, the late Volodymyr “Walter” Kaszczij, April 6, 1987.
Adored mother of Natalka Kaszczij (Edward Hartog), Roman Kaszczij (Caroline Smith), Lesia Tomkins (Lee), Oksana Krynicki (Paul).
Cherished Baba of RJ Kaszczij, Noah Kaszczij and Tomas Krynicki and grandmother of Stephanie Fougere, Melanie Fougere and Melissa Fougere.
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PAOLOZZA, Antonio “Mimi” - Passed away peacefully on Friday, August 13, 2021 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in his 84th year. Antonio was the devoted husband of Esterina for 55 years.
Antonio is predeceased by his father Vincenzo, mother Rosalia, brother Michael (Teresa), sisters Teresa (Lario) and Amelia, brother-in-law Felice (Elba), brother-in-law Tonino (Gemma), and sisters-in-law Tersa (Tomaso) and Elisa.
Antonio is survived by brothers Robert (Brenda), Giuliano "Jules" (Joy), and sisters Lucia (Joe) and Gemma.
Antonio was a favorite uncle (Zio Mimi) to numerous nieces and nephews, a devoted godfather to several godchildren, and a cherished friend and cousin to many others throughout Italy, Canada, and the United States.
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DEL SORDO, Giuseppe – (January 25, 1929 – August 13, 2021)
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday August 13, 2021 at the age of 92.
Beloved husband of the late Anna Maria (2016). Proud father of John (Rosanne) and Rose Del Sordo.
Cherished Nonno of Joey, Antonella and Marcus. Bisnonno of Domenic.
Predeceased by his parents Giovanni and Rosa Del Sordo of Italy.
Giuseppe will be dearly missed by all of his extended family and friends.
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CLARKE, Doris Ethel Maude (Grant) - Doris passed peacefully in her sleep on August 13th, 2021 at the grand age of 102 at Lakeview Manor, Beaverton.
Loving wife of the late Edwin Horace George Clarke (1917 – 1983) was predeceased by her 12 siblings.
She was a loving and devoted mother of daughter Heather and son-in-law Glynn.
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McLATCHY, Darlene Diane - Peacefully after a lengthy illness, on Friday August 13, 2021, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa at age 68.
Dar (nee Calma), beloved wife of Douglas McLatchy of Brooklin.
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SHIER, Ronald Paul - (42 year employee of Sunderland Co-op)
(August 24, 1945 – August 13, 2021)
Peacefully, with his family by his side, on Friday, August 13, 2021 at the Port Perry Hospital, at age 75.
Paul is survived by his loving wife Gloria (nee White) of Sunderland. Loved father of Scott (Kim) of Uxbridge, Lori-Ann (Brian) Bacon of Greenbank, and Deanna (Matthew) Slama of Sunderland.
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BRIGHT, Kenneth - Peacefully on Friday, August 13, 2021 at Lakeridge Hospital – Oshawa at the age of 82.
Loving husband of Laurie (nee Henshaw).
Loved father of Raymond Bright (Catherine), Kenneth Bright (Claire), and Kelly Patterson (Rick).
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JOHNSON, Bernice Johnson - Peacefully, with her husband by her side on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 88.
Bernice (nee Harrison), beloved wife of Donald Johnson and the late Leonard Teatro.
Loved mother of Lynn Teatro, Daniel Teatro (Mary), the late Dale Teatro and the late Kerry Lee Johnson.
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HARRISON, Gordon - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon Harrison on August 12, 2021 at the grand age of 95.
Gordon will be deeply missed by his wife Mary who together just celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.
Brian (Marilyn), June (Roger) and Blair (Irene) were very lucky to call Gordon their dad.
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BROOKES, Brenda - (December 15, 1936 - August 11, 2021)
It is with sadness that we share that Brenda passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Ajax Pickering Hospital, with family by her side. She was 84 years old.
Loving mother of Karen Welch (Eon) and Michael Brookes (Erika).
Cherished grandma of Amanda Hobin (Eric), Natasha Welch (Ignacio Pano) and Tamara Welch and great grandma to Liam, Evelyn and Wyatt Hobin.
Predeceased by her brother Ed Costigan and survived by her big sister Carol McCallum.
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LUKE, Merlyn 'Merle' - (June 3, 1927 – August 11, 2021)
Peacefully with his daughter by his side on August 11, 2021 at Peterborough Hospital in his 95th year.
Beloved husband of the late Bonnie.
Loving Dad of Pat and her husband Nic Tymchuk.
Loved Grandpa of Kelly (Adam) Frendo-Cumbo. Cherished Great Grandfather of Hailee and Logan.
Will be lovingly remembered by his special friend Edna Rowden and a heartfelt Thank You to her children.
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SMITH, Wilbert Ross - Retired 39 year employee of General Motors
Peacefully in his sleep at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday August 11th, 2021, at the age of 93.
Beloved husband of Anita.
Father of Murray Smith, Leslie Stovin and stepfather of Martin Mirk and Allan Mirk.
Survived by his brother Ken Smith and sister Shirley Winchell. Missed by Sammy.
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CARTER, Brenda Darlene Carter - Born on May 23, 1959 in Saskatchewan, Brenda passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Centenary Hospital, Scarborough with her husband and brother by her side at the age of 62.
Devoted and loving wife of Ross Carter.
Loving mother of Christopher and Jason (Karissa Lane).
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IDLE, Claire Dunning - (Retired Master Corporal of the Canadian Armed Forces)
Passed away at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Wednesday August 11, 2021, at the age of 82.
Beloved husband of the late Gayle.
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SEDORE, Myrtle Gertrude Olive - Passed away, with her brother Joe, her daughters Darlene, Denise and granddaughter Michelle by her side at Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Orillia on Wednesday August 11, 2021 at the age of 77.
Myrtle (Cryderman) Sedore of Beaverton was the beloved wife of the late Vernon Sedore. Cherished mother of Darlene (Rick), Denise and Verna (Brian).
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LAWTON, Stephen Neil 'Steve' - It is with great sadness that we announce the very sudden and unexpected passing of Stephen "Steve" Neil Lawton, on August 11, 2021, at the young age of 71.
Loving husband of Denise (Topper-Lawton) for 34 plus years and Oscar his cat buddy.
Youngest son of Victor and Bernice Lawton (deceased) from Markham, older brother Ross (Elaine) and sister Judy (Leonard) (deceased).
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TREACY, Charles Vincent (Chuck) - (June 17th, 1963 - August 10th, 2021)
Passed away after a brief illness at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday August 10th, 2021 at the age of 58.
Loving husband of Janet for 35 years.
Cherished Dad of Nikki Treacy Driscoll and her husband Daryll of Port Perry and Josh Treacy of Brooklin. Grandfather of Ameelya.
Loved brother of Cathy (Paul), Carole (Ed), Ann Louise, Sandy, Paula (Keith).
Fondly remembered by his mother-in-law Pat Mitchell of Brooklin.
Chuck was a larger than life figure in the Brooklin Community for many years. He will be remembered and greatly missed by his many friends as well as many nieces and nephews and their families.
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LONG, Doreen Mary (nee Armitage) - October 27, 1930 – August 9, 2021
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health – Oshawa on Monday, August 9th, 2021 in her 91st year.
Predeceased by her beloved husband George.
Loving mother of Carolyn Bolahood (Joe), Kevin (Lesley), and Chris (Leanne).
Cherished grandmother of Joseph Bolahood, (Alexandra), Lucas Bolahood (Jaimie), Jamila Bolahood, Patrick Bolahood (Jessica), Cameron Long, Kendra Long, Noah Long, Teagan Long, and great grandmother “Gigi” to Ella, Charlotte, Colton and Brooks.
Dear sister of Robert Armitage (Carol) and predeceased by her sister Dorothy Billington of UK.
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LAMONT, Helene M. L. (Nee CLEMENT) Lamont -
July 10, 1932 – August 10, 2021
Helene is now reunited with her loving husband of 49 years, Gord.
Cherished mother of Barry (Carol), Michelle (Nick Pavlakovic) and Derek (Michele).
She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Jennifer, Andrea, Christopher, Nicole and Siobhan and great granddaughter Zoe.
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COURNEYEA, Gary Michael - July 11, 1962 - August 10, 2021
Gary passed away peacefully at his home.
He appreciated all sports, especially hockey (an ardent Habs fan).
Gary was devoted to his job at Princess Margaret Hospital.
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MAJER, Helen Majer (Nagy-Deak) - Helen Majer passed away August 10th 2021 at 1:20am peacefully in her sleep with her Granddaughter by her side.
They were able to have one more sleepover.
She was with family and friends in her final days and surrounded in Love.
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BEVAN, Dennis Graham - Passed away at his residence in Brechin, on August 10, 2021, at the age of 85.
Dennis will be missed by his companion Gerry.
Loving father of Gregory (Donna Rzesnoski), and Shannon. Brother of Doreen, Len, Joan, and predeceased by his twin brother Doug.
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FICE, Gwen (Telford) Fice - Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville with her daughters by her side on August 10th, 2021, at the age of 83 years.
Beloved wife of the late Raymond Fice.
Loving mother of Heather Young and Lisa (Rob) Irwin.
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ROBERTS, Carol L. (nee: Gaines) - Life Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 178 Ladies Auxiliary and the Beehive Rebekah Lodge.
Passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 with her daughter by her side in her 83rd year.
Carol, beloved wife of the late Ernie.
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