Brenda Sue Scott (Fleming)

February 6, 2025

Passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, with her family by her side.

Dear spouse of Tammy. Loving mother of Michelle Clark (Craig), the late Matthew, and Jason.
Cherished grandmother of Eve and Avery.
Special friend of Deborah (Aimee), Ruthann (Thomas), and Barbara (the late Jack).
Predeceased by her first husband, Edward.

Brenda left a lasting memory with everyone she met because of her kind spirit. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

As per her wishes, cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Durham Rape Crisis Centre.

Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Joao "John" Neto

February 4, 2025

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, surrounded by his family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a courageous battle with cancer.

Beloved husband of Maria Fernanda for 54 years. Proud father of Nelson, Victor (Stephanie), and Alex (Bailey).
Adored Vovô of Xander, Dalya, Riley, Hunter, Chase, Knox, and Nash.
Dear brother of Sabino (Esmeralda). Predeceased by his brothers Americo, Carlos, Antonio, and Jose.

Joao Luis, also known as John, will be lovingly remembered by his many extended family and friends.

John was well respected as a Concrete Finisher and had his own concrete business with his brothers early on. He was a proud member and retiree of LiUNA! Local 183 Union. When he wasn’t working, John could be found in his garden, proudly growing vegetables for his family and friends. He also enjoyed planting flowers for Maria to care for in their garden.

Family was everything to Joao Luis—his wife, his children, his adored grandchildren, his brothers, and all of his extended family. Gathering around the table was always a special time to share memories and laughter together. John was also a tremendous friend to many, treasuring his friendships throughout the years.

Service Details

Visitation:
Friday, February 7, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1B6

Funeral Service:
Saturday, February 8, 2025
1:00 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home Chapel, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1B6

Officiant: Msgr. James Hannah

Interment:
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Location: Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East, Whitby, Ontario

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

Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Irene Baran (Kuz)

February 4, 2025

Peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Hillsdale Estates, at the age of 76.

Beloved wife of John for over 52 years. Loving mother of Nat, Shanna, and Stephan (Becky). Devoted grandmother of Ayden and Zander. Dear sister of Elsie (Jerry) and Romana (Dean). Predeceased by her parents Michailo & Kateryna Kuz. Irene will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews.

Aside from spending time with her cherished family, Irene enjoyed dancing, reading, and helping others.

The family would like to thank the devoted staff at Hillsdale Estates for their care and support.

Service Details

Visitation:
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1B6

Memorial Service:
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
1:00 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1B6

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

Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Linald Adam Paul Newhook

July 9, 1974 – January 30, 2025

He touched the lives of many with his kindness and wisdom, leaving behind a profound impact on his family and friends.

A devoted spouse to Jenny, father to Katelyn and Benjamin, and grandfather to Myah. Loving son of Wayne and Dianne and brother to four sisters: Tammy, Charity, Kelly, and Sarah. Predeceased by his brother Kirk. Dear uncle of twelve and great-uncle of five.

Linald lived a life of simplicity, finding joy in the little things and cherishing the moments spent with loved ones.

Though Linald may not be with us in the physical sense, the impact he made on our lives will remain forever.
May he rest in eternal peace.

Visitation:
Monday, February 10, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. E., Oshawa

Funeral Service:
Monday, February 10, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. E., Oshawa
Officiant: Laurie Bodnar-Finney

Interment:
Union Cemetery, 760 King St. W., Oshawa, ON L1J 2L3

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Sharon Annabelle Walker-Morrison (Thompson)

August 21st, 1944 - February 1st, 2025

Sharon Annabelle Morrison (Thompson), daughter of the late Wilson and Alma Thompson (owners of Thompson Bakery in Bancroft), passed away peacefully with family by her side on Saturday, February 1st, 2025.

Sharon was married to Dale Walker until becoming widowed in 1982, and later remarried to Bill Morrison, whom she loved dearly. She was a devoted mother to Janice Walker and Shari (Bob) Lemay, and a loving stepmother to Greg Morrison (Sara) and the late Brad Morrison. She cherished spending quiet weeks along the calm waters of Sand Bay Camp, watching her children and grandchildren create lifelong memories—enjoying breakfasts at the trailer, swimming in the lake, and embracing the nostalgic feeling of family.

Her vibrant smile and matriarchal presence illuminated every space she entered, especially when surrounded by her seven grandchildren: Dale (Tiffany), Melissa (Justin), Steven (Alyson), Christina (Mike), Hayden, Reece, and Lauren; and eight great-grandchildren: Bryce, Hudson, Grace, Claire, Colton, Mackenzie, Bennett, and a baby boy expected in April 2025. She led her beautifully large family with a strong, bold, warm, and caring presence, living her life’s purpose—to quietly support and love fiercely.

Sharon’s kindness extended beyond her family, as she was always there for friends, sharing her beautiful cakes and knitting countless hats for newborns at local hospitals, ensuring each little one had a warm head and heart.

To say that her generous and kind spirit will be missed is an understatement. While this loss leaves an unfillable hole in our hearts, she leaves us with unforgettable memories and a legacy that can never be matched.

In accordance with Sharon’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. A celebration of life will be held in the spring.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME.

Diane Formosa

1939 - January 27, 2025

Peacefully passed away at the age of 85, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on January 27, 2025.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Joseph. Cherished mother of Paul.
Dear sister of Sharon Zedic (Gord) and the late Catherine Climpson (Jim).
Diane will be missed by her nephews Josh Climpson, Robbie Zedic, and Ryan Zedic.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Marie Helen Moher

January 26, 1935 - January 26, 2025

Passed away on January 26, 2025, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, one month after celebrating her 90th birthday.

Beloved wife of the late Joseph Moher (2016) for 61 wonderful years. Loving mother of John (Jeannie), Susan Norton (Thomas), Ellen Rahm (Cecil), Michael (Pearl), Rob (Kathy), and Debbie Daley (Kevin).
Cherished grandmother of Darrell (Tonya), Jeffrey (Samantha), Jason, Michael (Sueanne), Sherri, Shannon, Joey, Kyle, Sara, Christine (Jerry), and Margaret, and great-grandmother of Shelby, Lyxis, Alexandria, Luke, Adam, Skylar, Max, Olivia, and Aubrey.

Dear sister-in-law of Mary Anne, Maureen, and Danny.
Predeceased by her parents Leo & Margaret Foley, her siblings Rita (Joe), Desmond (Rita), and Edmund (Lavina), her in-laws Mastai & Margaret Moher, and her brothers-in-law Carl and Stan.
Marie will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews Clara, Cindy, Jim (Bonnie), Cathy (Ben), and Sharie.

Funeral Details

Visitation: Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with Prayers at 8:30 p.m.
Location: Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King St. E., Oshawa.

Funeral Mass: Friday, January 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Location: St. Gertrude’s Catholic Church, 690 King St. E., Oshawa.
Officiant: Rev. Michael Hughes.

Interment: Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Giuseppe (Joe) Bianco

November 18, 1933 – January 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Giuseppe (Joe) Bianco on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, in his 92nd year.

Joe is survived by his loving companion, Marie Devlin. He was the devoted father of Anthony Bianco (Dolly) and Maria Graham (Robert). He was a beloved Nonno to Wesley (Laura) and Lauren, and Great Nonno to Theo.

Joe was also a dear stepfather to Elaine Devlin, Shawn Devlin, Michelle Solomon, Nicole Devlin (David), Paul Devlin, and Gary Devlin (Denise). He was a loving Nonno to James (Amanda), Meghan (Tom), Joseph (Rikki), Andrew, John, Rachael (Robert), Maria, Charlotte, and Quinn, and Great Nonno to Scott, Dominic, Myla, Emmett, Colm, Auden, and Tom.

Joe was predeceased by his sister Giuseppina Lo Truglio (Vito) and his brothers Rosario Bianco (Rosina) and Vito Bianco (Esterina).

Joe was a proud butcher and meat cutter, spending over 40 years as a valued team member at Windcrest Farms. He also worked and managed Wilson’s Abattoir. He began his career in Canada at Pedlar People Company in Oshawa after emigrating from Santa Ninfa, Sicily, in 1954. Joe was a dedicated member of the Oshawa Italian Recreation Club and the Bocci Club and a parishioner of St. Mary of the People Catholic Church. He was a founding 3rd Degree Knight of the parish.

Giuseppe lived a life full of generosity, whether tending his garden, playing bocci, cooking meals for friends and family, or offering a listening ear. His warm spirit touched everyone he met, and he will be remembered as a man who always made time for others.

Please join the family for visitation at Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, on Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary of the People Catholic Church, 570 Marion Avenue, Oshawa, on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11 a.m., followed by entombment at Rosemount Memorial Gardens, 2551 Whittington Drive, Peterborough.

A reception will follow in the St. Mary of the People Parish Hall immediately after the Mass.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Parkinson Canada or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Scott Hewlett

Saturday, January 25, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Scott on January 25, 2025, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 79.

Scott was the beloved husband of Loretta for over 48 wonderful years and a devoted father to Sean (Lindsey), Wade (Melissa), Stephen (Maria), Joanne (Steve), and John. He was a cherished grandfather to Jonas, Abigail, Emily, David, Candace, Michael, Justin, Tejay, and Hailie, and a proud great-grandfather to Madison, Jennifer, and Jedidiah. He will also be deeply missed by his dear siblings, Wade and Kay, as well as by his nieces, nephews, cousins, and his special Aunt Ellen.

Born in Baie Verte, Newfoundland, Scott was immensely proud of his heritage and always looked forward to visiting his hometown. In his spare time, he found joy in fishing and cheering on his favorite team, the Toronto Maple Leafs.

A visitation will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 1-2 p.m. at Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa), followed by a Memorial Service in the Chapel at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Scott’s memory will be forever cherished by all who knew and loved him.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

Stephen John Coulter

Monday, January 20, 2025

Unexpectedly passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025, at his home, at the age of 55.

Loving husband of Faith. Beloved son of Ellen Coulter (Jack) and John Turnbull (Geja).
Dear brother of Elizabeth (Nicholas). Cherished stepfather of Jeff and Kodi and grandfather of Isabelle, Oakley, and Skye.

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 27, 2025, from 2-3 p.m. at Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa).
A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 3 p.m.

As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Stephen can be sent to the General Donation Fund of Ataxia Canada through Canada Helps:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/ataxia-canada/

Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.