OSEGUEDA, Juan Antonio Osegueda  -  71, passed away on June 1, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.

He was born to parents Santos Alfredo and Maria Alicia Osegueda in Santiago Texacuangos, El Salvador on December 5, 1952.

Juan Antonio was a lifelong learner, he graduated as a high school teacher in El Salvador, continued to earn a Bachelor’s in social studies from the university of San Salvador, studied in Venezuela, completed a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Santo Domingo in Dominican Republic and completed a Master of Theology and Master in Theological Study from Toronto School of Theology in Toronto.

A friend to Archbishop Oscar Romero; he was also editor of the archdiocesan newspaper “Orientacion”.

He progressed quickly and took on senior roles in the Ministry of Education of El Savador before migrating to Montreal in 1981.

Through a non-profit organization sponsored by CIDA, he directed adult literacy programs in Dominican Republic (1985-89).

In Toronto he was a high school teacher for over 20 years.

He started his career in St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary school before transferring over to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Academy (formerly Jean Vanier Catholic High School) where he helped shape many lives and built lifelong connections before retiring in 2015.

As a teacher, he was very involved in the school community through many activities including soccer, Spanish Club, breakfast programs and most notably the annual Multicultural night event and Multicultural Award that carries his name.

He will always be remembered by his kindness and sense of humour. Juan Antonio is survived by his current wife Sandra; his children Alicia (Quinn), Mario, Carmen (Dorelien), Mercedes, Marianela, Mariela; his grandchildren Victoria, Eric, Giselle, Daniel, Amelia, Guadalupe, Carmela, Jheriel, Jhonmar; his step-children Marco and Harold and grandchildren Olivia and Charlotte; loving siblings Maria Mirtala, Felipe Alfredo, Carmen Esperanza, Tomas and many other relatives and friends.

Arrangements with McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME .

RITCHIE, Lorraine Ritchie   -

May 22, 1937 - June 1, 2024

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

The affection Lorrie showed her family was unparalleled and ever-present.

She was the life of the party and always enjoyed a glass of wine.

She loved sitting by the lake at the cottage and doting on the family dog.

Lorrie now goes on to join her Husband Glenn and sons Douglas and Bruce.

She leaves behind her sons: Michael (Jordy), Brian (Beate) and Craig (Charlene).

Grandchildren: Allan, Christoper, Jessica, Katelyn, Spencer, Jennifer and Ashley.

Great grandchildren: Nathan, Finn and Theo. She leaves behind as well her sister Edna Loney. Lorraine was a lady until the very end.

A Celebration of Lorraine’s Life will take place on Wednesday June 12, 2024 at THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, 905-579- 6787) at 11am.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Durham Humane Society.

Photography credit: Yuki Noda Photography.

WHITMORE, Lottie Belle (née Boucock) Whitmore  -

Monday, April 24, 1938 – March 8, 2023

A Celebration of Life for Lottie Whitmore for family and friends, will be held on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax, in the Family Centre.

There will be a small ceremony at 11:00 am.

For those not able to attend in person, the ceremony will be shared on-line. Please RSVP to Shireen Whitmore via email to whitmore.shireen@gmail.com by June 18 if you’re able to attend, or for details on connecting on-line.

Aarrangements with McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME .

MAIRS, William David Mairs -

January 20, 1954 - June 2, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of William (Bill) David Mairs on June 2, 2024.

Bill was the beloved husband of Donna Mairs (nee Cowle) for 51 years and a loving father to his daughters Jennifer and Amanda (Warren), who treasured him in return.

He was “Papa” to his cherished grandsons Tyler (Kensey) and Brandon (Erin) and great-grandchildren Hannah, Blake and Jade, whom he loved and adored.

He is survived by his mother Joan Mairs (nee Gibner) and sisters Marg Smith and Kim (Albert) Mairs. Loving nephew of Bruce Mairs in Nova Scotia.

Loved son-in-law to Ruth Cowle (nee Adams). Dear brother-in-law to Steve Millson, Donnie (Karen) Cowle, and Kenny (Sharon) Cowle.

He will be remembered as “Uncle Bill” to many nieces and nephews. Bill is predeceased by his father David Mairs, sister Heather Kanters, father-in-law Don Cowle, brother-in-law Bruce Smith, and sister-in-law Cindy Millson.

Bill was Born on January 20, 1954, at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and was raised in the family farmhouse on the outskirts of town.

He was a dedicated employee at General Motors Oshawa Assembly for 35 years, in both the North and South plants, where he took pride in his many jobs and the valued friendships he made along the way.

During his brave and determined 2-year battle with cancer, every hurdle and challenge he faced with his health, his goal was always to get back home to his family, recliner, and Corvette.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the nurses and doctors at Lakeridge Health Cancer Centre, EMS/doctors and nurses at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and his home care team, who all provided exceptional care for him alongside his family. A private family service will take place at a later date.

If desired, memorial donations to R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, Lakeridge Health Bowmanville or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated

SOLOMON, Daisy Laurel May Solomon  -  Peacefully after a short illness, on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Ajax, at age 98.

Daisy (nee Bryant) beloved wife of the late George “Joe” Solomon.

Loving mother of Paul Solomon and his wife Bonnie of Port Perry, Karen and her husband Allan Faux of Pickering and John Solomon(deceased) and his wife Ava of Peterborough.

Loved grandma of Stephen (Shelley), Trevor (Lori), Laurel (Tom), Ashley (Peter), Andrew, Renèe, Chad (Heather), and Amber (Dan).

Daisy will be lovingly remembered by her 9 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. Sister of Chester Bryant (deceased) and his late wife June, Ronald Bryant (deceased) and his wife the late Burness, and Doris (deceased) and her late husband Jim Nash.

Daisy will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews.

The family of Daisy Solomon will receive extended family and friends at the Wagg Funeral Home, in Port Perry, on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 7 - 9 p.m. and Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 10 – 11 a.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. A reception at the Port Perry United Church will follow the service.

Interment   GROVESIDE CEMETERY, Whitby.

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Kidney Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.

HALE, Robert Franklin  -  Peacefully on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Ajax, at age 89.

Robert Hale beloved husband of the late Mary (nee McClellan) of Port Perry, formerly of Sunderland.

Loving father of Randy, Suzanne, Debbie and Robert. Loved grandfather of Amanda, Amy, and Devin.

Dear great grandfather of Alex, Delaney, James, and Isaac.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society

von ROEDER, Mark von Roeder  -  Peacefully, on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 82.

Mark von Roeder beloved husband of Sybille (nee Böhme) of Blackstock.

Loving father of Nanette von Roeder-Sudan and her husband Vic Sudan of Oshawa, and Mark von Roeder and his wife Michelle of Buckhorn.

Loved Opa of Max, Nathan, and Kyle.

Will be remembered by his nieces and nephews.

The family of Mark von Roeder will receive friends at the Wagg Funeral Home, in Port Perry, on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 4 - 6 p.m.

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Alzheimer Society of Durham.

McDONALD, Paul Thomas Joseph McDonald  -  Peacefully after a short illness, on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 74.

Paul McDonald beloved husband of Maggie (nee Callery) of Port Perry.

Loving father of Michele Baptiste of Toronto, and the late Michael Baptiste.

Loved great grandfather of Cole, Alicia and Marshall Timleck.

Dear brother of Helen and her husband the late Jim Hale of Port Perry, and Joanne Lotton of Uxbridge. Predeceased by his granddaughter Paula Timleck and his sister Teresa McLean. Will be missed by his extended family and many friends.

The family of Paul McDonald will receive friends at the Wagg Funeral home, in Port Perry on Monday, June 3, 2024 from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 11 a.m. Interment, Whitby.

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation or the Oak Ridges Hospice.

JOHNSTON, Martha  -  Peacefully after a brief illness, surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the age of 85 years.

Predeceased by her husband Donald.

Beloved mother of Cindy (Maurice), Tina (Terry), and Nancy (Tim). Grandmother of Cayla and Maddie.

An accomplished crafter, Martha kept busy designing and sewing doll clothes, sharing her creations with the Etsy community.

Martha enjoyed nature, taking special delight in her garden, and always watching for the first hummingbirds of spring to appear in the backyard.

She spent many afternoons visiting with neighbours on her front porch, holding court over coffee.

A lifelong Anglophile, she was fascinated by the personalities and history of the British royal family.

An avid reader, she always had at least two books on the go.

Most mornings she could be found with a dog on her lap, with another sitting in the chair beside her at the kitchen table; most evenings, when she retired to her bedroom, she had at least one cat on the blanket beside her, and her special friend Finnegan sleeping at the foot of her bed.

She will be deeply missed by everyone whose life she touched.

Special thanks to the doctors and nurses of Lakeridge Health for their extraordinary kindness.

A garden party celebrating Martha's life will be held at a later date, at Martha's home in Sunderland..

Murray Harold McDiarmid

Passed away in the arms of his loving wife on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Hillsdale Estates, Oshawa, in his 86^th year.

Beloved husband and soulmate of Beryl (nee Barry) for almost 55 years. Predeceased by parents Harold and Dorothy (nee Bray). Brother of Harvey (Claudia). Brother-in-law of Bryan-deceased (Anna), Wayne (Linda), Grenville (Brenda-deceased), Dale (Wayne-deceased), and Phil (Sharon). Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Murray was an avid classic car enthusiast and he travelled near and far to visit car shows, museums and private car collectors. He and Beryl had the travel bug and enjoyed many adventures to Africa, Europe, South America, Asia and throughout North America,

Murray was a true animal lover and supported various causes over the years, including his particular favourite, The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada.

The family would like to express their special thanks to the amazing staff at Hillsdale Estates for their compassionate care of Murray and their unwavering support of Beryl.

Visitation will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Visitation will commence at 1:00 p.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m., followed by interment and a reception.

Memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Society or The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada would be appreciated by the family