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MacADAM, Dolena "Dolly" - (December 24, 1935 – August 24, 2020)
Peacefully in her sleep at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on August 24, 2020.
Dolly, beloved wife of the late Billy MacAdam.
Loving mother of David (Cie) and Michael (Sheryl).
Cherished Grandma of Mandy (Brad), Courtney (Nick) & Liam. Great Grandma of Callie and Bennett.
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PIERSON, Zygmunt - Passed away at his home, after a valiant battle, on August 24, 2020.
Cherished husband of Magaret Mann.
Proud and loving father of Marek (Jane), Ben (Danielle), Regina (Sam Peligra), Edward (Donna), Henry (Allison), Susan McLaren (Donald) and John Mann (Linda).
Adored grampa of 20 and great grampa of many more! Zygmunt will be missed by his brother Richard and was predeceased by siblings Wanda and Anton and by parents Marii and Walenteye.
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LOGAN, Kaelyn Michelle - It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Kaelyn Michelle Logan of Pickering announces her sudden passing on August 24, 2020 at the young age of 20.
A spirited soul, beautiful inside and out, Kaelyn’s vibrant nature touched the hearts of all who crossed her path.
Affectionate, caring and selfless she was a whirlwind of passionate energy.
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SMITH, Jim - (1939 – 2020) - Suddenly entered into rest at his home in Claremont, on Monday, August 24, 2020.
Jim, at the age of 81, was the beloved husband of Margaret, for 60 years.
Loving father of Roy (Dalene), Gwen Casey and Shirleyann (Greg) Redshaw.
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ALBERT, Ephrem Joseph - Passed away peacefully at home, on Monday, August 24, 2020, at the age of 94 years.
Ephrem, the second youngest of 10 children, grew up on the Salmon River, south of Grand Falls in New Brunswick. He moved to Ontario in the early 1950’s and while working on construction of Highway 401, which went through the Keeler family farm in Scarborough, he met Joan Keeler.
On December 28, 1957 they married, building their first home in Scarborough. They eventually moved to Claremont, where they have lived for 50 years.
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ANDERSON, Mary Ann - On August 24, 2020 in her 89th year, our mother passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering hospital in the loving embrace of her family.
Beloved wife of the late William Anderson (of Ballymoney NI).
Loving mother to Maureen Johnston (Dave), Yvonne Fox (Steve), Pauline Yuen (Henry) and Sean (Marianne).
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WEBSTER, Enez Dominique - (August 4, 1954 - August 24, 2020)
Enez Dominique Webster, was born in Trinidad & Tobago, on August 4th, 1954; she was the daughter of Neville and Lena Forde (deceased).
Enez was called home into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; on August 24th, 2020, in Toronto, Ontario Canada.
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CHASE, William "Bill" - (June 3rd, 1959 - August 23rd, 2020)
With great sadness, on August 23rd, 2020, William "Bill" Chase passed away at his favourite place, Duck Lake.
He was the proud and loving husband of Nancy Chase, father of Rachel and Candice Chase, and grandPAW to Sebastian, Loretta, ButtButt and Whitey.
Bill was not only an outstanding father and husband, but such a great friend to so many.
He was always the life of the party, bringing laughter and joy to everyone around him.
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JOHNSON, Mary (nee Carpenter) - Born August 15, 1949 - Passed Away August 23, 2020
After a courageous but brief battle with cancer, Mary Johnson (nee Carpenter) passed away peacefully in her 72nd year at her home in Toronto on Sunday August 23, 2020.
Mary was a proud School Crossing Guard for the past 26 years and was named Canadian Crossing Guard of the Year in 2010.
Mary attended Winston Churchill Secondary School in Hamilton.
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BURGESS, Myrna Audrey - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Myrna Burgess on Sunday August 23, 2020, at the age of 89.
Predeceased by her husband John Hicks.
Devoted and loving mother to Patricia (Bill) Jolin and Brian Hicks.
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COX-MEEK, Evelyn - (January 9, 1930 – August 23, 2020)
It saddens the Family to announce the passing of our Dear Mother – Evelyn Cox-Meek.
Evelyn Cox was a lifelong resident of Scott (Uxbridge) Township passed away suddenly at Butternut Manor in her 91st year.
Evelyn was married 44 years to the late Ivan Cox who passed in 1992 and was married to Bob Meek for the past 21 years.
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DELINE, Clark Gilbert - December 14, 1938 – August 23, 2020
(Age 81) It is with heavy hearts that the family of Clark Gilbert Deline announces his peaceful passing which occurred on August 23, 2020 at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Clark grew up in Toronto, ON and developed many passions throughout his life, including sports.
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LITTLEJOHN, Maureen Barbara (Taillon) - (November 17, 1946 – August 22, 2020)
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Maureen Barbara Littlejohn (Taillon) at home on Saturday, August 22, 2020 as a result of rapidly developing brain cancer.
She was 73 years old and about to celebrate her 52nd wedding anniversary with her beloved husband Peter.
Daughter of John ”Dick” and Mary Taillon, loving mother to Melissa Hutchings and Amanda English, Mother-in-Law to Shawn Hutchings and Alex English, and devoted Nana and cheerleader to Nathan, Grace, Ellie, Peter, and Charlotte, Maureen was the centre of their family.
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SPRING, Michael William - (December 1st, 1965 - August 22nd, 2020)
Passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 22, 2020 in Oshawa, at the age of 54.
Beloved life partner of Ann.
Loving father of Taylor, Paisley, Carter and Turner and step-father of Patience, Summer, Ally, Taylor, Elicia and Zach.
Cherished Papa of Dontay & Kassondra. Dear son of Ralph and the late May.
Survived by his brother Peter and sisters Ellen and Sue.
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KEMP, Gerald Thomas - It is with great sadness that the Children of Gerald Thomas Kemp announce his passing after a long battle with cancer on Saturday August 22, 2020 at the age of 81.
Gerald will be lovingly remembered by his Children Susan Diehl (Andrew), Gerald Kemp Jr (Bev), April Kemp Adam (Charles), Thomas Kemp (Valerie), and Steven Kemp.
His loving Niece Robin Kemp (Ken), and numerous Nieces and Nephews.
His Brother Chester Kemp, Sister Carol Powers, and Brother in law Walter Lopak.
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GORDON, Frederick John - (September 6, 1942 – August 22, 2020)
Fred passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday, August 22nd, 2020, two weeks shy of his 78th birthday.
Beloved husband of Bobbie (Rogan) for 48 years.
He will be sadly missed by his fur baby Gideon, his sister-in-law Jackie Ratcliffe, his nephew Chris Ratcliffe and niece Tracey Fairbairn, her husband Rob and their family.
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MITCHELL, William John (Mitch) - (January 30, 1944 – August 22, 2020)
(Long time employee of General Motors Canada and Moose Lodge #2132 Oshawa, Deputy Supreme Governor of Ontario Moose Assoc., Past President District #1, Past President Moose Legion #1)
Passed away peacefully with family by his side after a brief and courageous battle with cancer at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Saturday, August 22nd, 2020, in his 77th year.
Predeceased by his wife Barbara (nee Solomon).
Loving father of Bill Jr. (Julie) and Patti.
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DWYER, Kevin 'Bonk' Joseph - With immense sadness, we announce the passing of our dearly loved husband, father, grandfather and friend on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the age of 77.
Kevin died at home surrounded by his family at the end of a brave battle.
A proud family man, he will be missed forever by his wife Lois, daughters Kim (Mike), Darla (Andrew) and Pam (Mike), their mother Bea, grandchildren Jack, Katie, Lucy and Eddie, and favourite grandpup Dooly.
Survived by sister Anne.
Predeceased by son Paul, parents John and Catherine, siblings Andy, Helen, John (Curley), Father Lloyd and Verna.
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MURPHY, Dennis Patrick - It is with great sadness that the family of Denis (Dennis) Patrick Murphy announces the passing of our loving father in Whitby, Ontario, on August 22, 2020 at the age of 86 after a lengthy battle with dementia.
He died peacefully with family members at his side.
Dad was a proud Newfoundlander born on February 15, 1934 in St. John’s and was raised by his grandmother Mary Murphy in Portugal Cove. He moved to Toronto in the 1950s.
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SMYTH, William "Bill" Smyth - April 22, 1935 - August 22, 2020
On Saturday, August 22, 2020, William Smyth (Bill) passed away, with his family by his side, at the age of 85.
He will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
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BRAYBROOK, Paul Leonard - Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday August 22nd, 2020, at the age of 69 years.
Beloved husband of Shirley. Dear father of Paul (Sabrina), Tammy (Roger), Shawn and Louise (Kyle).
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THOMAS, Lois Marie (née Wakelin) - Passed away peacefully after a short illness, at her home in Little Britain, Ontario on Sunday, August 23, 2020.
Lois was the beloved wife of the late Lloyd (2017).
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KELLY, Phyllis Susan - It is with sadness that the family of Phyllis Susan Kelly (nee Wright) announces that she passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep at home in the early hours of August 23, 2020 at age 84.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Abe.
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DAVIES, Francis Thomas (Frank) - (February 5th, 1943 - August 21st, 2020)
Passed away at his home in Oshawa on Friday, August 21st, 2020 at the age of 77.
Devoted husband of Nancy Davies for over 55 years, most loved father of Cindy Miller and her husband Paul, Brenda van De Keere and her husband Steve, and Brad Davies and his wife Kasey.
Cherished papa of Jestin, Erik, Owain, Kate, Rebecca, Claire, Samantha.
Survived by his sister June Smith and her husband Doug.
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GARDINER, Donald Guy – (June 24, 1941 - August 21, 2020)
It is with heavy hearts the Gardiner family announces Don's sudden passing in his 80th year, at LAKERIDGE HEALTH AJAX PICKERING HOSPITAL on Friday August 21, 2020.
Don was the beloved husband to Fay, father to his surviving son Kyle, along with the late James and David.
Moreover, Don was grandfather to Shannon, Nicholas, Karen, Quintin, and great grandfather to Willow.
Born in Toronto, ON, during his lifespan Don became co-owner (1976) of the car parts expeditor company, KCG Inc.
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GARWOOD, Glenn James - (April 14, 1954 - August 21, 2020)
After a five-year fight with dementia, Glenn passed away peacefully August 21st, 2020 at Taunton Mills, Whitby with family.
He attended Ryerson studying architecture.
Glenn was Project Manager with the City of Toronto.
His projects included the North York Performing Arts Centre, the Evergreen Brick Works, CPR John Street Roundhouse (Toronto Railway Historical Association).
His last project was the Guildwood Inn before retirement.
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