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ARUCAN, Manuel 'Manny' - (December 25, 1933 - December 14, 2020)
It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the death of our beloved head of the family, Manuel “Manny” M. Arucan, on December 14, 2020 at 1:55pm at the age of 86.
Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, Manny managed his illness with strength and grace, and wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones as possible.
On his final day, he was surrounded by his wife Delia, eldest daughter Olga and youngest son Randolf.
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SPENCER, James Albert 'Jim' – (August 21, 1941 – December 14, 2020)
Jim passed away at Oshawa General Hospital on Monday evening, December 14, 2020.
Jim is survived by his wife Judy, and his children Martin, Bradley (Nevina), Jamie, Debi (Kyle), Sandra (Warren) and his sister Marilyn (Gerry) Holmes.
Predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Florence and his brother Ken.
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HORWOOD, Geraldine Rose - Peacefully on December 13, 2020 in Norwood, ON with family by her side at the age of 86.
Born Feb 13, 1934 in Twillingate, NFLD and moved to Toronto at the age of 16.
Dear mother of Bruce (Sandy), Barry (Kelly), Debbie, Bonnie (Jim), Brenda (Dirk), Bobby (Lianne) and Brad (Cheryl).
Cherished Nanny to many grandkids and great grandkids.
Predeceased by her loving husband Max of 55 years, and will now be reunited in heaven.
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(May 17, 1941 - December 13, 2020)
Visitation at SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE - PICKERING, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, ON, CANADA, L1W on Saturday, December 19th, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, with Chapel Service from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
With great respect to friends and family of Cecil Johnson, due to Covid Gathering Restrictions, this event is by invite only...
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GOULDING, Ellen Louise - (September 19th, 1950 - December 13th, 2020)
After a heartbreaking struggle, we are sad to share the news of her death from Covid-19 on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering hospital.
Ellen was predeceased by her parents, George Goulding and Evelyn Goulding (née Davis), and her nephew Travis John Mills.
In spite of Ellen's many challenges in her lifetime, she persevered and will be lovingly remembered, never to be forgotten.
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CLOHOSSEY, Pat - Peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Sunday December 13, 2020.
Loving mother of Kurt (Natalie), and Danielle (Joe).
Loving “Pat” to Ashleigh, Caileigh, Jacob, and Isaac.
Will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Lawreen (Leo), Willard (Marlene), the late Desmond (the late David), Colleen (Gary), Nora (the late Steve), Barry (Darlene).
Predeceased by her loving parents Roy and Noreen.
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REILLY, Ernest Timothy - Passed away unexpectedly at Toronto Western Hospital on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at the age of 68.
Tim was the loving husband of Jane Flett and caring father of Jeffrey Reilly and his wife Susan Son.
He was the adoring papa of Fynn and Naya.
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RORABECK, Gwendolyne Elizabeth “Betty” Jean - Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, December 13, 2020, Betty, in her 94th year.
Beloved wife of the late Don Rorabeck.
Loving mother of Mary Ann and her husband Joel Askew of Oshawa, Bryce Rorabeck of Oshawa and the late Gwendolyn Rorabeck. Dear Nana of Joelene (Josh) Askew, Amanda Askew, Samantha Askew and Devon Askew.
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MEESTER, Anna Petronella Maria - (January 19, 1931 – December 13, 2020)
Anna Petronella Maria Meester passed away peacefully surrounded by family in her 90th year at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville.
Born in Amsterdam, Holland, Anna immigrated and became a proud Canadian in 1952. She was an involved resident of Newcastle’s Wilmot Creek community since 2005.
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TZALAZIDIS, Anastasia - Owner of Barney's Tavern and Excuses Bar since 1988.
Passed away peacefully at 4:55 p.m. on Sunday December 13th, 2020 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Anastasia, predeceased by her husband Panagiotis “Peter”. Loving mother of Varnavas “Barney” (Barbara), Nikos, Toula (George), John and Voula (Elia).
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DE JAGER, Richard Thomas - Passed away at home on December 13th, 2020 at the age of 54 years.
Beloved son of Helen & the late Gordon De Jager.
Loved brother of John (Joanne), Bob (Tammy), Gordon (Mila), Terry (Sherry), Peter, Yvonne (Harvey) and Paul (Carey).
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ANTHONY, Theresa (Pierrette) (nee Lefebvre) - In her 90th year, Sunday December 13, 2020 at Lakeridge Bowmanville Hospital.
Born in Chelmsford, Ontario on April 3, 1931 to the late Michel and Marie-Jeanne (nee Sabourin) Lefebvre.
Beloved wife of Laurence Anthony for 45 years and loving mother of Michael Galloway (Nancy), Marc Galloway and Pauline Nielsen (Jerry).
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FERGUSON, Douglas - (January 28, 1947 - December 12, 2020)
Doug ended his journey, as he wished, at home on December 12, 2020.
Loving husband and best friend of Liz, for 50 years.
Cherished father of Kevin (Ashley) and Andrew (Dorinda). Adored Papa of Austin, Lachlan, Hannah and Noah.
Doug was a loving brother of Alex, Ann, Robert and Heather. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews, lifelong friends, colleagues, teammates and neighbours.
Doug’s career with the Durham Board of Education brought him tremendous joy.
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LOSIER, Joseph Roger - (July 28, 1932 – December 12, 2020)
Passed away peacefully at ThorntonView Long Term Care Home on Saturday, December 12th, 2020 at the age of 88.
Beloved husband of the late Brenda Losier for 45 years.
Loved father of Ross, Kim (Roger), Michelle (Maurizio), and Andrew (Kathy). Adored papa of Genevieve, Jordan, Cameron and great grandson Greyson.
Special friend and companion for 16 years to Janine.
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SIDORKIEWICZ, Tadeusz “Ted” Sidorkiewicz - January 2nd, 1950 - December 12th, 2020
Passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 70.
Loving brother of Irene, Hedwig, Matthew (Rita), Anna and Peter (Tracey).
Dear uncle of Peter, Krysia, Marie, Brian, Stefan, Shawna, Michael, Rian and Jordin and cousin of Lucia.
Predeceased by his parents and by his cousin Jack.
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GOOSE, Willena Winnifred - Peacefully, on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Bowmanville, at age 95.
Loved mother of Patricia Le Saux, Leona Charles, and Rennie Goose all of Scugog Island.
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SMITH, Ross Fielding - Ross Fielding Smith, age 77, of Uxbridge, Ontario passed December 12, 2020 in precisely the way he wished - peacefully and at home, with his wife of 57 years, Lorraine, and daughter Lisa at his side, after a lengthy battle with Leukemia and Congestive Heart Failure.
Predeceased by parents Alan and Ethel and brother Doug, he is survived also by his sons Jeff and Steve, children-in-law Fleur, Kim and Graham, and his grandchildren Matthew, Brinna, Dew, Rigel, Aidan, Tay, Liam, and Kyle, and his many nieces and nephews.
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BILLINGS, Theresa - (October 22nd, 1965 - December 11th, 2020)
Passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020, after a brief illness, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 55.
Beloved wife of Clayton.
Loving mother of Cheryl (Patrick) Brazeau, Melanie (Mathew Cecile), and beloved dog Mikey. Cherished grandmother of Keith and Nathan.
Dear sister of Bill, Gerry, Nancy and Jim.
Survived by her mother-in-law Ruby Billings.
Predeceased by her parents Ronald and Joan Wilson.
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MAMAJEK, Joseph - (May 1, 1936 – December 11, 2020)
On December 11th, 2020, Joseph Mamajek passed away in his sleep in his 84th year.
Joseph arrived from Poland to Oshawa in order build a better life for himself and his family.
He leaves behind his loving wife Christine (Wisniewski) of 53 years. His sons Andrew and John. Daughter-in-law Erin and two grandchildren, Amelia and Emmett.
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NICHOLAS, Ursula - (April 12, 1937 – December 11, 2020)
On Thursday December 11th, 2020, Ursula passed away peacefully to join her beloved soulmate George.
She was 83.
Loving mother to Rosi Vanderheijden (Bob), Susi Scott (Doug) and Michael (Deborah).
Beloved Oma to Erika, Joshua, Calvin, Nicole, Mathias, Karl and Great Oma to Alice, Patrick, Johnny, Heidi, Ivy, Wallace and Edwin.
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NYENHUIS, William - Passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020, at his home, at the age of 87.
Predeceased by his beloved wife and best friend Helen (January 2020).
Loving and devoted father of Catrien, Albert, Janet (Rob O’Neill) and Brenda (Frank Huard).
Proud grandfather of Theresa (Mike), Scott, Samantha, Joseph, Lisa (Bill), Matthew and Ria.
Adoring great-grandfather of Aidan, Megan, Ryan, Sabrina, Cameron and Isabelle.
William will be fondly remembered by his extended family in Holland and all who knew him.
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ROWE, Ed - Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Friday, December 11, 2020 at the age of 84 years.
Ed, beloved husband of Diane. Loving father of Tiffany (Graham) Brooks. Loved grandfather of Emily Brooks.
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REEVE, Donna Christine - Peacefully at home on Saturday, December 12, 2020.
Born in 1959 and raised in Uxbridge; Donna became a real estate law clerk and was highly regarded by her firm, clients and peers.
Donna Reeve is survived by her partner Jim Reive, sister Barbara Cowan, niece Jennifer Cowan, nephew Trevor Cowan, step-brother Michael Lanigan and step-sister Sue Chrzan.
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LOCKE, Thomas Benjamin 'Ben' - Suddenly at Sunnycrest Nursing Home from COVID-19 on Thursday December 10th, 2020 at the age of 90.
Beloved husband of the late Joy Eleanor Locke for almost 60 years.
Fun loving Dad, with a great sense of humour, of Deborah (Bill), Heather and Lisa (Sean).
Cherished grandpa of Brad and Jeff. Treasured great-grandpa of Alanna, Dani-Lynn, Makayla and Chase.
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SCHEEPERS, Martin - (February 1, 1924 – December 10, 2020)
With great sadness in our hearts, we share the passing of our father at Lakeridge Oshawa on December 10, 2020 in his 97th year.
Beloved husband of the late Trudy (nee Jagers).
Loving father of Mary (Herb), Andy (Wanda), Bets (Joe) and Frank (Gail). Pre-deceased by his daughter-in-law Brenda.
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MELANSON, Judith Leanne (nee Macey) – (May 18th, 1956 - December 10th, 2020)
Suddenly from complications of COVID-19, on Thursday December 10, 2020 at Sunnycrest Nursing Home at the age of 64.
Judith, beloved wife of the late Yvon Melanson.
Daughter of the late Bill and Kay Macey. Loving sister of Bonney Norsworthy.
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