DURHAM REGION, ON

CARR, John Michael Carr

CARR, John Michael Carr – Passed peacefully at the age of 87 on Monday July 1, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville with family by his side.

Beloved husband and best friend to Mayme for almost 63 years.

Much loved dad to Jeff (Donna) and Diane Bittel (Matt). Cherished Grandpa John to John Michael Carr II (Courtney), Emery Carr, Kyle Carr, Sarah Freer (Isaac), Noah Bittel and Jesse Bittel.

Dear brother to Bronwen (Eddie) and the late Barry (late Joan) and the late Stuart.… Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

STROJWONS, Ellen Mary Margaret Strojwons

STROJWONS, Ellen Mary Margaret (nee Keppel) Strojwons – aged 73, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on July 3, 2024 at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa.

Ellen was born on September 7, 1950 in Oshawa, Ontario to Cornelius and Eileen Keppel. She attended Central Collegiate High School and graduated fromthe University of Toronto, teacher education program.

She was a dedicated and much loved elementary school teacher with the Durham Catholic District School Board for 28 years, inspiring students in their studies.

In her life Ellen enjoyed cooking and having her family and friends over for dinner.… Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

HAMILTON. Amy Hamilton

HAMILTON. Amy Hamilton – On Friday June 28th 2024, our dearly beloved Evangelist Amy Adina Hamilton (nee Robinson) was called to be with our Lord. She has passed on to join her predeceased children Hugh (d.2002), Deborah (d.2003) and her husband Gladstone Hamilton (d.2016).

She is survived by her daughters Pamela, Michelle (Lloyd), and son Everton (Camarsh). Her 11 grandchildren Tiffany, Sheldon, Trystin (Maria), Quentin, Tevon, Nathaniel, Kendall and Kenice. Also, 6 great grandchildren; Celeste, Alma, Elias, Eliseo and Huey. As well as so many loving nieces and nephews.… Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

SNELLING, Emily Snelling

SNELLING, Emily Snelling –

Beloved and “Iconic” daughter of Kim Tordoff and Scott Snelling (Dana).

Loving sister of Amanda.

Proud Auntie of Iris.

Life long soulmate of Josh Abreu (Pork Roast). Cherished Fur Mama of Thistle and Freya. She will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her family, extended family and friends.

If desired, donations to the Humane Society of Durham Region would be appreciated.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 13th, 2024 at 1pm at 95 Crawforth Street, Whitby in the Community Centre, Unit 85.… Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

MITCHELL, Catherine Cairns Mitchell

MITCHELL, Catherine Cairns Mitchell – It is with profound sadness that the family of Catherine announce her peaceful passing on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at the age of 84 years.

Catherine is survived by John, her loving and devoted husband of 60 years and together had built a wonderful life, full of love and cherished memories.

Beloved Mom to her daughter Michelle Janine Tatomir (Jerry).

She is survived by her brother John Skilling (late Janette). She was predeceased by her parents: John and Sarah Skilling.… Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

EASTMAN, Leila Margaret Eastman

EASTMAN, Leila Margaret (née Grant) Eastman – 76, daughter of the late Rufus Grant, Ann’s Grove, Guyana, and the late Rosaline Grant (née Richards), passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on June 29, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Hospital, Oshawa, Ont.

Leila was a loving, caring and nurturing mother and grandmother, a devoted wife, a cherished sister, a beloved aunt, a respectful relative, and a loyal & trustworthy friend.

She was active in her church and an outgoing and supportive member of the local Guyanese community.… Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

NOLAND-STEFANUK, Jean Nolan-Stefanuk

NOLAND-STEFANUK, Jean Nolan-Stefanuk
1926 – 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Nolan-Stefanuk at the age of 97 on July 3, 2024 at Viva Pickering Retirement Community.

Twice widowed to the loving late John (1996) and late Maurice (2016).

Beloved mom to Kathleen, John (Tracy) and Maureen.

Cherished Nana to John Michael, Liam, Matthew and Brendan. Dear sister to her brother and 4 sisters. Daughter to the late Mary and late Frank.

Jean will be greatly missed by her extended family and friends out West as well as Anne and her family in Washington, DC. … Read More

DURHAM REGION, ON

McKENDRICK, Helen Joyce McKendrick

McKENDRICK, Helen Joyce

Helen Joyce McKendrick peacefully passed away on July 3, 2024, at Moira Place Long Term Care at the age of 97. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Bradley. Helen is survived by her cherished children: Kathleen Hyland (Bob), Tracey Edwards (Peter), Jeffrey McKendrick (Ratipa), and James Matthew McKendrick. She was a loving grandmother to Kelly Leeder (Jonathon), Heather Hyland, Sarah Stapley (Mathew), Adam Stapley, Allen McKendrick (Georgia), Andrew McKendrick, Eric McKendrick, and Mitchell McKendrick, and a great-grandmother to Harry, Isla, Elvie, Ellie, and Bradley.… Read More