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GILLIS, John Alexander (Alex) - (June 16th, 1988 - September 19th, 2020)
Alex passed peacefully on September 19, 2020 at Mount Sinai Hospital, in his 33rd year, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He is survived by his grandmother Wendy Archibald, mother Cathy Gillis, sister Rebecca Gillis (Karl Brown) and his nephew Logan Brown, along with many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Alex had a special place in his heart for his girlfriend Diana Cerovich.
Alex was predeceased by his father John Gillis, his grandfather Ronald Archibald and Nova Scotia grandparents John A. and Marion Gillis.
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GRIFFIN, David Byron - Passed away peacefully at the Hospital for Sick Children on Saturday September 19, 2020.
Loving and cherished son of Kyle and Cristin.
Adored brother of Madilynne and Olyvia.
Loving grandson of Byron & Carla, Jeanette, David, Doug and Lynne.
Will be lovingly remembered by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
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SICH, William Henry “Harry” - (Veteran of WWII; retired employee of General Motors)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa on Saturday September 19th, 2020 in his 98th year.
Beloved husband of the late Gladys Sich.
Loving father of Edward Sich (Ming) and Lynn Clarke (Wayne). Devoted grandfather to Eric, Steven and Sarah and great-grandfather to Jett, Ivy and Theo.
Fondly remembered brother of Nick Sich (Shirley), late Diane Pearson (late Orie), and their families, and late Billy Sich.
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TARAN, Victor - (September 22nd, 1944 - September 19th, 2020)
Passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 20, 2020 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 75.
Beloved husband of Marguerite Lewthwaite.
Loving father of Cindy Taran.
Dear friend of Cat Harling.
Victor was a wonderful man who will be missed by all who knew him.
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SCOTT, Kathleen 'Kay' - (July 15, 1930 – September 19, 2020)
After a very lengthy and amazing journey through life shared with family and wonderful friends, my beautiful sister Kitty peacefully passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on September 19th, 2020.
Survived by her loving sister Margaret.
Caring nieces and nephews Mary, Bob, Jim, Chuck and families.
Dearly remembered by great nieces and nephews Meredith, Kelly, Michael and Adam.
Forever cherished by these special people, Brenda, Karen, Ruth, Pat, Loretta, Ena, Bob and Marybelle.
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GINSTL, Auguste (Gusti) Elisabeth - Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at the age of 96.
Beloved wife of the late Leopold Ginstl.
Loving Mother of Susan Guba (David), Ron, Rosemary Robertson (late Randy) and Karen Chatten (Ben).
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BOYD, Donna Jessie – June 26th, 1950 - September 19th, 2020
Passed away at Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Orillia, on Saturday, September 19, 2020.
Predeceased by her parents Donald and Mary (Adam) Boyd and her brother Joseph.
Cherished sister of John (Beverley) of Kearney, and David (Susan) of Keswick.
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GIBSON, Cheryl Marjorie - Aged 64, passed away on September 17th, 2020 with her loving family by her side after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer.
Cheryl will forever be remembered for her unwavering strength, courage and tenacity.
She was a gentle matriarch to all of those she took under her wing, providing guidance, fashion advice, a healthy dose of tough love and her fearless mama bear like protection.
She lived her life for others and her generosity and selflessness knew no bounds. To her family she was an angel that walked among them.
Loving wife and soulmate of Ed for over 44 years; cherished mother of Rae and Christine; adored grandmother of Romi, Gibson, Idris and Noam; and mother-in-law to Shai and Gabriel.
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GREEN, Kelly Anne Marie - It is with profound sadness that we announce that Kelly Anne Marie Green passed suddenly and tragically on September 18th, 2020 in her 29th year, due to a vehicle accident.
Beloved daughter of Heather Green (Fallis) and James (Jim) Green.
Thoughtful and loving sister to Kevin Green and Jeffrey Gonsalves.
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PARSONS, Mac - Unexpectedly, while doing what he loved on Friday, September 18th, 2020.
Mac Parsons, beloved husband of Jen (nee Walker).
Loving father of 9-year-old Sierra, 7-year-old Wade and 5-year-old Charlie.
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RUDDER, Wayne Harold - (February 23, 1949 - September 18, 2020)
It’s with a heavy heart that Wayne’s family announces his passing in the early morning hours of Friday, September 18, 2020 at the age of 71.
Loving husband, father, grandfather of three & uncle to many Nieces & Nephews. Wayne will be sadly missed by Violet, his wife & best friend of nearly 53 years, daughter Michelle (Chriss) & grandchildren, Kyle (Stephanie), MacKenzie & Devin (Vanessa).
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JACKSON, Eric David 'Dave' - Passed away at his home in Beaverton on Friday, September 18, 2020 with family by his side.
He was born in Montreal on March 18, 1943.
Dave was predeceased by his parents Eric and Grace Jackson (nee Donaldson).
Dave is survived by his loving wife of 26 years and best friend Barbara Jackson (Little), his sons Matthew Jackson of Fort Frances, Ryan Jackson of Alberta and his granddaughter Cassandra Jackson of Fort Frances.
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STEKEL, Sandra Theresa - (April 8, 1950 - September 18, 2020)
Passed away on Friday, September 18, 2020 at Lakeridge Health Ajax.
Loving mom of Vanessa (Rob) and Natasha (Dave).
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JOHANN, James "Jim" - After suffering a stroke, Jim passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday September 18th, 2020 in his 87th year.
Beloved husband of the late Ruth Johann.
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FERGUSON, Brenda Ferguson - Age 72, passed away suddenly but peacefully on September 14, 2020, in her sleep.
She was born on May 23, 1948, in Black’s Harbour, New Brunswick.
She was predeceased by her first husband, George, in 2016.
At the time of her death, she was very excited to create a new chapter in her life, with plans to marry her loving boyfriend, Reid Leighton. Next to her bedside was her new wedding dress and wedding bands.
For many years, her full-time job was raising her two children, Todd and Tracey, who survive her.
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GAROFALO, Remo - (August 30, 1939 – September 17, 2020)
Remo passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 17th, 2020 at 5:35 a.m., surrounded by his family.
Loving husband of Franca.
Cherished father of Silvana (Frank), Lina (Dave), Emily (Bill) and Cindy (Stef).
Beloved Nonno of Joey, Brooke, Samantha, Stefanie, Peter, James and Simon.
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LeBLANC, Barbara Elizabeth - Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday, September 17, 2020, in her 78th year.
Beloved wife of the late Benjamin LeBlanc.
Loving mother of Jeff & Dawn, Benjie & Dianne, Frank & Cathy, Earla & Jeff, Barbie & Garnet and Marj & Clarence.
Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Jesse & Shannon, Amanda, Leeann & Joe, Tasha & Ryan, Jake and Kaitlyn & Frank and by her great-grandchildren Hunter, Jacob, Leah, Benjamin, Leland, Emily and Joey.
Dear sister of Joan and the late Marion (Rob).
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REID, Ann Hazel (nee Griffiths) - (July 27, 1926 – September 17, 2020)
Passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Thursday, September 17th, 2020, at the age of 94.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Harold C. Reid.
Loving mother of Carol Gilewski (Mark), David Reid (Christine), Paul Reid and Laurie Reid.
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LOUVELLE, Gerry - Suddenly, on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 74.
Gerry Louvelle of Port Perry, dearly loved husband of Teresa (nee Cochrane).
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FORREST, Desmond Sr. - (Retired Toronto Police Services) -
Passed away at his residence with his loving family by his side on Thursday September 17, 2020 at the age of 78 years.
Desmond, beloved husband of Merle. Loving father of Desmond Jr. Forrest (Amelia Maharaj) and Sonia Forrest (John Meakin).
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TURCOTT, Gary Edgerton, P. Eng. - (February 5, 1935 – September 16, 2020)
(Retired employee of Ontario Power Generation)
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday September 16th 2020, in his 86th year.
Dearly beloved husband of Betty (nee Radford) of 62 years.
Loving father of Deborah, and Katherine (James). Cherished Grandpa of Stephen and Michael (Ashlee), and doting Great Grandpa of Nora.
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COUKE, Doris Margaret - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville in her 100th year.
Beloved wife of the late Walter. Loving mother of Bernard and his late wife Deborah and Barrie and his partner Dianne.
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MCLEAN, Ron Russell - Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on September 16th, 2020 at the age of 84 years.
Beloved husband of Jean (nee Harness) for 62 years.
Dear father of Julie and Sharon and grandfather of Brandon.
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HEDGER, James "Jim" - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at the age of 90.
Predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (2014) and first wife Bessie (1979).
Dear father of Donald, William James Jr., and step father to Irene, Roy, Pat, Margaret and Gloria.
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MUIRHEAD, Dale Ann - Sadly, on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre, at age 69.
Dale (nee Tapscott), beloved wife of Carl Muirhead for 43 years.
She will be deeply missed by her children Chad Muirhead (Michelle) and Krista Muirhead (Chris) and her granddaughter Ruby.
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JAMES, Susan Laurene - Passed away on Tuesday September 15, 2020, in her 70th year.
Beloved wife of the late Dan Bloomfield (passed away 1995), and the late Webster James (passed away 2009).
Loving mother of Kyle Bloomfield (Myriam) as well as step-mother of Gregory Bloomfield, Michael James, and Anton James.
Cherished Nana of Shea & Danaea Bloomfield, and Thaddeus & Isabelle Bloomfield.
Dear sister of Thomas English, Lois Hamlin, and Dan English.
Susan will also be dearly missed by her extended church family (College Park / Kendalwood) and friends.
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