Funeral Home: ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME

BERGERON, Kayla -  Unexpectedly passed away on June 21, 2024 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal, at the age of 27.

Cherished daughter of Cherie Bergeron and granddaughter of Donna Bergeron.

Devoted sister of Amanda and Ryan.

Beloved aunt of Ryder and Noah and cousin of Crystal, Samantha, Ella, and Tiana. Will be missed by her uncles Johnny, Michael and Gary and aunt Lisa.

Kayla was a beautiful, young girl with an amazing singing voice. She loved to sing, spend time with family, celebrate Christmas, cook and very adventurous and outgoing.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 from 2-4 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa).

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Hospital for Sick Kids.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca 

GREEN, Elizabeth Jean ‘Betty’ Green  -   Passed away on June 27, 2024 at her home, at the age of 90, after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Beloved wife of William ‘Bill’ for over 63 years.

Loving mother of Jennifer (Gary) Cleghorn and John Green. Cherished grandmother of Jessica and Emily.

Dear sister of Leonard Seeley of New York, Barbara Berg of New York, and Stanley (Dee) Seeley of Texas. Betty will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Betty retired from the Durham District School Board, after many years of service.

She was an avid blood donor and volunteer for the donor clinics. Her true love was to watch figure skating.

She became a figure skating judge and enjoyed travelling many places to watch the World Figure Skating Championships.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Lakeridge Health Foundation – Cancer Centre.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca

LAVOIE, Claudette  -  Suddenly, yet peacefully passed away on May 31, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 65.

Loving spouse of Eddie.

Dear grandmother of Lexi and Jada. Cherished sister of Joanne, Nicole, Marcel, Yvon, and Steven and mother of Reggie and Shelly.

Predeceased by her siblings Paul, Sonny, and Ina and her parents Amedie and Phyllis.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .

PHILLIPS, Aldith Mary (nee Benjamin) Phillips  -  Passed away on June 23, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 91.

Beloved mother of Wilma ‘Dale’ Drakes (George), Joy Wilson (Hymers), Whitson Benjamin (Hazelene), and Francine Phillips. Cherished grandmother of G. Hudson (Daisy), Alandre (Elizabeth), Benjamin (Girlie), Hermione, Hannah, Hymers III (Miranda), Hamesa, Sabrina (Paul), LaToya (Christon), and Joe (Nadia) and great-grandmother of Michelle Rose, Gabriel Hudson, Isabella, Dejohn, Keanna, Devonte, and Cailyn.

Survived by her siblings Florence, Beryl, John, and Rose. Aldith will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews, especially Reginald and Keeva.

Aldith was an active member of her community, who made friends with everyone and was loved by many. She immigrated to Canada on her own in 1964 and created a wonderful life. Her strong and courageous personality will be remembered by everyone whose life she touched.

Private interment will be held at Union Cemetery (760 King St. W., Oshawa). A Funeral Service will take place at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa) at 11 a.m. with a reception to follow. Webcasting is available at https://www.hdezwebcast.com/show/aldith-phillips-funeral-service

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the New Life Church Neighbourhood Centre. Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .

SCHOCH, Arnold  Schoch -
Passed away peacefully on Sunday June 23, 2024 at Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry.

Arnold in his 91st year was predeceased by his beloved wife of 66 years Velma, in 2021.

Dear father of the late Wanda Wyman and father-in-law of Dave.

Cherished and caring grandfather of Christopher and Joshua (Hailey) and great grandfather of Vera.
Survived by his sister Trudy Tully (Russ) and brother Walter (Beatrice).

Arnold came to Canada from Germany, on his own at the age of 17. After growing up and working in Shawville Quebec, Arnold met and married Velma. Velma and Arnold moved to Sudbury, where they lived for over 45 years and Arnold worked in the mines for 40years. In their later years they moved to Oshawa and lived close to their daughter “Wandy” and her family.

The family would like to thank all the wonderful staff at Port Perry Villa for their very special care and the team at Oak Ridges Hospice, in Port Perry for their comfort and compassion.

Resting at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME in Oshawa, 124 King Street East. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday June 29th at 1:00 pm. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery Oshawa.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry would be graciously appreciated.
For online condolences, please visit armstrongfh.ca .

PHILLIPS, Aldith Mary (nee Benjamin) Phillips  -

Passed away on June 23, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 91.

Beloved mother of Wilma ‘Dale’ Drakes (George), Joy Wilson (Hymers), Whitson Benjamin (Hazelene), and Francine Phillips.

Cherished grandmother of G. Hudson (Daisy), Alandre (Elizabeth), Benjamin (Girlie), Hermione, Hannah, Hymers III (Miranda), Hamesa, Sabrina (Paul), LaToya (Christon), and Joe (Nadia) and great-grandmother of Michelle Rose, Gabriel Hudson, Isabella, Dejohn, Keanna, Devonte, and Cailyn. Survived by her siblings Florence, Beryl, John, and Rose. Aldith will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews, especially Reginald and Keeva.

Aldith was an active member of her community, who made friends with everyone and was loved by many. She immigrated to Canada on her own in 1964 and created a wonderful life. Her strong and courageous personality will be remembered by everyone whose life she touched.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 from 10-11 a.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Webcasting is available at https://www.hdezwebcast.com/show/aldith-phillips-funeral-service
Interment at Union Cemetery (760 King Street West Oshawa).

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the New Life Neighbourhood Centre. at 33 Olive Ave. Oshawa. Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .

ADAMS, Paul George Adams  -  Passed away on June 22, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 89.

Dear father of Vienna Adams. Loving brother of Christine Adams of Holland Landing and Genia Polit of Poland. Paul will be missed by his cherished friends Hanna Rakowska and Marie McCallum.

Paul was a longtime member of the Polish Veterans – Sikorski Hall.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 2-4 p.m. with Prayers at 2 p.m.

A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, June 28, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca

DOUGLAS, Phyllis Douglas  -  Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, with family by her side, at Extendicare Oshawa, at the age of 88.

Predeceased by her husband Harvey, her son Barry, and her grandson Michael. Loving mother of Linda Korpan (Edward) and Debbie Carriere (Denis).

Cherished grandmother of Stephen (Dawn), Darren, and Desiree (Troy) and great-grandmother of Austin, Jaden, Brandon, Lucas, River, Taylor, Victoria, and Max. Dear sister of Doris, Fern, Neta, Garnet, Johnny, and Ronnie. Predeceased by siblings Howard, Dean, Candace, Barbara, and Donnie.

Phyllis was adventurous, enjoyed fishing, and loved to travel and spend time with family and friends all over the world.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME.  A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 2:30 p.m.

Interment will take place at Thornton Cemetery.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .

SANKIEWICZ, Adam Sankiewicz  - Passed away on Saturday June 15th, 2024 in Oshawa at the age of 55.

Adam leaves behind his wife Malgorzata, son Filip, daughter Julia. Son of Alina and the late Grzegorz.

Brother of Ewa and uncle of Agnieszka. Adam will be remembered by his family in Poland and England.

Memorial visitation will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Monday June 24th from 7-9pm with Parish Prayers at 8pm. Memorial Mass at St. Hedwig’s Polish Catholic Church, 411 Olive Avenue, Oshawa on Tuesday June 25th at 10am. Interment of ashes to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lakeridge Health Oshawa Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

For online condolences, please visit armstrongfh.ca .

ADAMCEWICZ, Maria  -  Peacefully passed away on June 17, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 96.

Predeceased by her beloved husband of 61 years, Mieczyslaw and her daughter Sophie Phillips (Mark).

Loving mother of Irene Gorycki (Ron). Cherished Babcia of Kevin Gorycki (Krystal Benson) and Great-Babcia of Logan Gorycki.

Dear sister of Helena Kuc of Poland. Predeceased by her parents Florian & Olimpia Kuziomko and her brothers Jan and Pawal.

Maria will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews in Canada and Poland.

Special thanks to the staff of the emergency room and 4F at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their considerate care of Maria.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 21, 2024 from 6-9 p.m. with Prayers at 8 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Hedwig’s Building Fund, Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca

GALLAGHER, Lawrence Gallagher  -  RCMP Inspector (Retired)

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Larry, on June 11, 2024 at the age of 82.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Barbara and his children Wendy (Joe) & Michael (Christie). Cherished brother in law of Ron & Randolph. Dear uncle of Gordon, Janis, Rob, Kevin, Craig, Cheryl, Jon (Steph), Britt and their families.

Predeceased by his parents Isobel of Edinburgh, Scotland & Leo of Donegal, Ireland, sisters Leona & Margaret, brother Donald and sister in law Brenda.

Born in Chesterville, ON Larry moved to Oshawa with his family a few years later. He attended St. Gregory’s Catholic Elementary and O’Neill OCVI High School. Larry had an incredibly fulfilling life starting at a young age when his interest in aviation was boosted after he became an Air Cadet with Oshawa’s 151 Chadburn Squadron.

Later in life he went on to obtain his single-engine pilot’s license. At the age of 18 he joined the RCMP and trained for nine months at Depot, Regina, Saskatchewan. His first posting was to Antigonish, Nova Scotia.

Larry was transferred throughout the province, on to Regina, back to Oshawa and finally British Columbia, where he retired after 34 years as an Inspector in the force. Larry’s love for his job, his team and those he served, was unwavering. He maintained those lifelong friendships from coast to coast.

Larry loved nothing better than to welcome people into his home for a rum and coke and tell stories for an hour…or ten. He will be forever remembered for his great sense of humor, his contagious laugh and his kind heart. When not glued to the news channels on the television, Larry could be found immersed in a war movie or looking up in the sky as an airplane flew by. Larry is now soaring with the angels and keeping watch over his beloved family and friends.

A Celebration of life will be held on Tuesday July 23rd 1pm at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Larry’s final resting place will be the RCMP Cemetery, Regina, Saskatchewan.

Donations in memory of Larry are greatly appreciated and can be made to any of the following…

Oshawa 151 Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets https://www.chadburn.org/donate/

National Police Force (NPF) Benevolent Fund which benefits the families of fallen police officers in Canada https://npf-fpn.com/donate/

For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca .

SPINNEY, Natalie   -  Passed away on June 1, 2024 in Toronto, at the age of 33.

Beloved daughter of Dianne Spinney and Robert Maxwell (Ann).

Dear sister of Hartley Spinney and stepsister of Gregory.

Predeceased by her grandparents Hartley & Barbara Spinney and Eugene & Phyllis Maxwell.

Natalie will be missed by her partner Matt and her dog Holt.

A Celebration of Natalie’s Life will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Please check ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME website for the location.

Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .

COX, Paul Robin Cox  -  Passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, June 3rd, 2024, at the age of 62.

Loving father of Steven, Sean (Sylvia) and grandfather to Helios.

Dear Brother of Bill (Shirley), Sherry (Bob) and late Gregory.

Predeceased by his parents Douglas Harold Cox and Shirley Aileen Lucille Robbins Cox Paul will be fondly missed and remembered by his extended family, his brother and sister-in-law’s his nieces and nephews, cousins and his many friends.

Paul liked cooking extravagant meals for his loved ones, watching hockey and keeping things in order.

He would spare no expense for his children.

In his later years Paul enjoyed being a grandparent and taking care of his grandchild Helios.

Paul had a twinkle in his eye and a spring in his step knowing that his family would continue for another generation. No one made cupcakes and grilled cheese like grandpa.

As per Paul’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service, and cremation has taken place.

To place online condolences, please visit www.armstrongfh.ca.