CULLEN, Paul Cullen - 12-Jun-1948 - 10-Sep-2024

Cullen, Paul, peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at age 76. Paul, beloved husband of Heather (2023). Loving father of Mark (Deb) and the late Kristen DiBella. Proud grandpa of Meagan, Sam, Ethan, Kate, Kaitlin and Lukas. Dearest friend and cousin of Greg Cullen and a second father figure of Jeff, Janice and Jason Dall.

Paul is now resting peacefully with his adored wife and darling daughter.

Family and friends are welcome to celebrate Paul's life at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) 647-424-3516 on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 3-5 pm with tributes starting at 4:15 pm.

In lieu of flowers, if desired donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.

Gloria Fildalia Lewis-Straker - March 24, 1933 – September 10, 2024

Gloria Lewis-Straker passed away peacefully on September 10 following a long illness.

Gloria was charitable, kind, independent and driven. Growing up with four brothers and living modestly, she aspired to carve her own bright future. She travelled to England as a young woman to study nursing, where she learned to become a midwife and cycled around the boroughs in a cape and cap, bringing babies into the world. Upon returning to Trinidad, her work took her around the island, visiting new mothers and offering advice and care. She then moved to Toronto to become a Registered Nurse where she had an exemplary 40-year career including long stretches in the ER and Trauma units, applying her skills as a Surgical Nurse, and ultimately taking on a management role.

She spent her well-earned retirement relaxing at her home in Pickering, touring Ontario and travelling overseas, including trips back to Trinidad and jaunts to Europe with her son. Family was always close to Gloria’s heart, including her much-adored mother, Madeline, with whom we hope she has reunited. She held deep love and pride for her son Stephen (Suzanne) and grandchildren Melaina (Jesse), Gabrielle, Isaac and Madeline. She also has three great-grandsons (Garrett, Emmett and Oliver) who carry her zest for life and learning.

In addition to her mother, Gloria was predeceased by her eldest brother (Julian) as a child, father (Elliot Essau) and then her remaining brothers later in life (Anthony, Fitzroy and Philbert). She was widowed in her 20’s (Alvin) and was also pre-deceased by Stephen’s father (Herman) with whom she had decades of love and friendship.

Thoughts to Gloria and the family are much appreciated at this time. In lieu of flowers, we would be grateful for donations to Ed’s House in Cobourg, Ontario. https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E362347QE&id=2

The hospice and its incredible staff and volunteers were an immense gift to Gloria and her family in recent weeks, and anything that can support their work would be an honour to her memory. Gloria was a charitable and giving woman to the end and would be pleased to know that remembrance of her could help others in need.

"You left us beautiful memories
Your love is still our guide
and though we cannot see you
You are always by our side."

William (Bill) John Pelky - 24-Jun-1942 - 8-Sep-2024

Bill passed away at home September 8th, 2024. Leaving to mourn his passing is his wife of 23 years, Marnie (nee Severs). Bill leaves behind his sons, Brian, Robin (Sarah), step-daughter Katherine Turner (Justin), grandchildren Mia, Alton and step-grandchildren Owen and Gavin. Bill also leaves behind his mother-in-law Jean Severs and his ex-wife Linda Cameron. He was an Uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Bill was born in Cochrane, Ontario on June 24, 1942. He was the last survivor of 11 children.

Bill will be sadly missed by his comrades at the RCLegion Branch 322, the residents of Birdsall Beach Resort, Hastings, and the many co-workers at the Town of Ajax Works Department.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Ajax & Pickering Palliative Care Team in support of the proposed HOSPICE WHITBY would be greatly appreciated.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the near future. Details to follow.

Dear Bill,

I said a prayer for you today
And know God must have heard
I felt the answer in my heart
Although I heard no word.

I asked that God be near you
At the start of each new day
To Grant you health and blessings
And friends to share your way.

Love Marnie

Condolences from family and friends

STREZOS, Louis Strezos - July 5, 1946 - September 8, 2024 - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louis Strezos, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He passed away surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved and treasured wife, Magdalini, with whom he shared 53 years, his cherished children and precious grandchildren; daughter Rena and son-in-law John Trajkovski, and grandson, Jordan; his son, Steve, and grandsons, Matthew and Lucas.

He also leaves behind his dear brother and sister-in-law, John and Litsa, as well as many adored nephews and nieces. Louis is pre-deceased by his father Pavle, his mother Mara and his sister and brother-in-law Vangelia and Petre Vasilevski. May they all be reunited in heaven.

Louis will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His wife, children, and grandchildren were his life, his heart, and his joy. He took immense pleasure in spending time with loved ones, tending to his garden, and fixing things. His infectious smile and unwavering love touched everyone around him. Louis' spirit will remain with us always. May his memory be eternal. We love you to the moon and back.

SAWATZKY, Margaret Sawatzky - 4-Dec-1930 - 7-Sep-2024

Margaret (Greta) Sawatzky (Mundt) was born on Dec 4th 1930 in Golas Poland and died peacefully at home at the age of 93. Her Father, Edward, died during WW2 in Siberia. In the spring of 1948 her Mother Berta along with sons Ted and Hans and daughters Alma, Margaret and Freida immigrated to Canada.

Margaret married John Sawatzky on June 20th 1953 in Winnipeg Manitoba. They moved to Toronto in 1955 where their daughter Jane was born. Margaret was a gifted seamstress and an excellent cook and loved to share these talents with her family.

Margaret and John were members of Bramalea Baptist Church for many years and were actively involved in many programs. They moved to Ajax in 2010 to be closer to Jane and her family and joined the Ajax Baptist Church. Family and faith have always been the centre of Margaret’s life and kept her strong and happy. She was predeceased by her cherished Husband John along with her Mother Bertha, Father Edward and Step Father Philip, Sister Alma Spenst (Jack), Sister Freida Goertz (Rudy), Brother Ted Mundt (Hilda), Brother in law’s Bill Tasker and Bob Sawatzky (Rob), Nephews Gary Mundt, John Goertz, Dean Sutherland and Gordon Tasker and Niece RoseMarie Caldwell. She will be sadly missed by daughter Jane Mensour and her Husband Brian, Granddaughter Cheryl Robertson and Steve, Grandson Sean Mensour and Megan and Great-grandchildren Ella, Tenley and Blake, Brothers Hans Mundt and Claire and Eddie Mundt and Marilyn, Sister in law Anne Tasker along with many loving Nieces and Nephews. A special thanks to the Ajax Pickering Palliative Care Team, Nurse Kristine and Doctor Pedretti and the VHA PSW’s for their amazing support during the last two months she spent surrounded by her loved ones at home with us.

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If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. as we livestream the funeral service from our Chapel. Please click the following link: https://v2.forever.link/arbormemorial-mceachnie/margaret-sawatzky

KING, John Henry King - 21-Oct-1944 - 5-Sep-2024

It is with great sadness to share the passing of John King, who left our physical world last Thursday September 5th in Toronto Ontario.

John was born in Montreal in October 1944 to Harry and Mae King. He is the eldest of three and is survived by his brother Leonard (Maureen) and his sister Elizabeth (Bill). John was an incredible father to Angela (Michael) and Deborah, and a very dedicated Papa to Nihil, Summer and Madison. He was a devoted stepfather to Mark Romanelli (Devon) and their daughter Lilah Mae who lovingly called him Papa King. He had dedicated friends – Kyle Matthews, Shaun Rickard and Fred Koroll who always supported John with whatever he needed.

John was an incredible man to so many – from the friends in Bay Ridges Pickering where he lived for most of his life to the fishing community across Lake Ontario. He was nothing short of an icon in the North American construction equipment rental business. John started his own business – Total Equipment Sales - in the early 1990’s after a long career with Polyquip. He utilized his extensive network and built a very successful Manufacture Sales Agency that distributed products across the construction industry. John brought the family into the business later in life, and the family will continue to support John’s legacy going forward.

John will be known forever as a straight shooter and a man of his word. As much as he loved boating, fishing and his work, he loved helping people more than anything. If anyone needed a place to stay, or an odd job to earn extra cash, John was the man who stood up first to lend a hand – and it truly made him happy.
John was a warrior until the end – he had conquered illness so many times and kept getting up swinging. When he knew it was time, he was calm and happy and surrounded by love.

On Sunday September 15th, there will be a Celebration of Life held at The Lake House, 600 Liverpool Road in Pickering, from 1-4pm. In memory of John, please do something to help someone else or donate to a charity of your choice, John would have liked that.

George Maurice Bingham, known as Maurice, died peacefully Sept 5th, 2024 after a brief illness in his 91st year. Maurice was born to James Bingham and Sarah Bingham (Collins) from Belfast, Northern Ireland.

He is survived by his wife (Pauline) of 64 years, and their 3 children Peter (Carol), Philip (Terisa) and Sharon (Donald). Also survived by his 2 younger siblings Lindy (Jim) and Maureen (Robert) and by his 10 Grandchildren (Aidan, Colin, Clare), (Connor, Eryn, Mason), (Andrew, Josh, Hannah, Liam) and 5 great grandchildren: Logan, Sawyer, Declan, Aubrey, and Adelyn.

Maurice retired as Canadian President of a global Medical/Laboratory diagnostic equipment and reagent manufacturer/supplier. He met his wife Pauline (a registered Nurse and midwife) where they trained at the same hospital in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and both accepted jobs in North Bay Civic hospital in 1960 having never travelled to Canada; Pauline as an RN, and Maurice as a Medical Technologist. All 3 of their children were born in that same hospital.

Maurice progressed to the position of Chief Laboratory Technologist at the Hospital which is the top job in that field. He then accepted a position in sales at one of his suppliers in 1969 when they moved to their still current home in Ajax, Ontario. He rose through positions in Sales as National Sales Manager and retired as President.

They loved their time in Florida and visiting family in the UK and Ireland. Maurice was an avid golfer and loved to swim as did his own father. He did laps in their backyard pool as recently as this past summer and collected more golf balls than he lost at his local club where he was a member for many years, and had 3 hole-in-ones in his golfing career, 2 more than any of his children. He also enjoyed time with his 10 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

BROEK, Theodorus "Ted" van den Broek - 31 May, 1938 – 8 September, 2024

Passed away peacefully in the early morning of September 8, 2024 at the age of 86, at Ed's House Northumberland Hospice. Predeceased by his Loving Wife Wilhelmina (Bouwmeester). Ted was born in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. He completed his schooling learning the skill of Carpentry. Ted served in the Military before crossing the ocean to live in Canada. It wasn't long after moving his family to Pontypool that he started his own Construction company, building custom homes.

He was also a talented artist completing many paintings in Oil and Watercolours. Ted will be missed by his son Brian (Colleen) and by his Grandchildren Kristy Dykstra (Jordan), Kurt van de Valk (Doah), Kyle van de Valk (Drew), 3 Great Grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, his family, his close friend June Simpson and many other friends. Predeceased by his parents Johannes Theodorus Maria and Jantje Petronella Maria (Coort), brother Leo van den Broek (Tonnie), his sister Annie Braam (Frits), and brother Toon van den Broek.

Visitation will be held at the Courtice Funeral Chapel (1587 Highway #2, Courtice ON, (905-432-8484) on Thursday September 12th, 2024 from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral Service will be held on Friday September 13th, 2024 at 10:30am at Courtice Funeral Chapel. Refreshments to follow.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre, whose exceptional care was greatly appreciated by the family.

SINGH, Thelma Singh - Monday, September 9th, 2024

Thelma Singh passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, September 9, 2024. She was the wife of Laddie Singh. Loving mother of Indrani (Moez), Kenneth (Jean), Rosanna (Brian), Keith, Patrick (Michele), Rohan (Shantie) and Ryan. Grandmother of Angelina, Ryan (Hetal), Vicki (Mark), Kevin (Jeanette), Trevor, Jason (Tina), Brandon, Eric and Stephanie. Great Grandmother of Tyler, Savannah, Kristin, Nathan, Anaya, Logan, Gabriella, Noah, Maya, Ava and Elijah. Sister of Mavis Young. Aunt of Barbara, Pamela, Janice and Andrew.

Thelma’s family greatly appreciates the support and dedicated service provided by all her caregivers.

Visitation at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Friday September 13th from 10:30 am until time of service in the Barnes Chapel Friday at 12:00 Noon.

Entombment will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby. Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com

MAL, Mona M. Mal - Tuesday, January 1st, 1946 - Monday, September 9th, 2024

It is with great sorrow, but firm faith in God's promises, that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Mother Ji, Mona Mal, of Whitby, Ontario on September 9. She was 78 years old. She was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, whose life was marked by love, generosity, and unwavering faith.

Born on January 1, 1946 in Uttar Pradesh, India, Mona lived a life of selfless service to her family and community. Mona lost her parents, Harry and Isabella Smith, at a young age, and was raised by her aunt and adopted family. Mona attended high school in Meerut, India after which she completed a Bachelor's Degree and Master’s Degree in Sanskrit before embarking on an impactful teaching career.

Mona married Stephen Mal in January 1978. During their 46 years of marriage they had two children, Peter and Naomi (Shobha). Mona and Stephen lived in Halifax, NS from 1978 to 2009 where she was known for her generous hospitality, kindness and love which she manifested in their home, church, business and community. In 2009, they moved to Ontario to be closer to family.

Her faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of her life, and she devoted herself to sharing His love with everyone around her through her kind words, generous actions, and quiet prayers.

She is survived by her children: Shobha (Rob), Peter (Melodie), Don (Kathy), Noel (Shelley), Bala (Rajan), Mina (Shekar), Nina (Aijaz). As Dadi and Nani (grandmother) she brought joy, wisdom, and unconditional love to her many grandchildren (Shyla, Sean, Shabana, Amy, Jessica, Mark, Sarina, Rachel, Josh, Amiyah, Asha, Simeon, Ethan, Jacob, Nash, Revival, Matthew and Jamie) and great grandchildren who were the light of her life.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but we find comfort in the knowledge that she is resting in the arms of her Savior. Her legacy of faith, love, and kindness will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to know her.
The family would like to thank the entire team at Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry (ON) for their care and compassion during her final days.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, September 12 at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home (5295 Thickson Rd, Whitby, ON) 905-655-3662. The family invites all who knew her to join them in honoring her life and faith.
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September 12, 2024 Barnes Memorial Funeral Home: Visitation: 10:00 AM Memorial: 11:00 AM Reception to follow
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Oak Ridges Hospice. https://www.oakridgeshospice.com