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.

LEYES, Brian J Leyes - 11 January, 1942 – 17 August, 2024

Passed away peacefully on August 17th, 2024 at the age of 82, with his family and dedicated caregivers at his side. Beloved husband of Sami for nearly 54 years, and loving father to Christian (Emily), Mike (Jen) and Josh (Laura). Special Grandpa to Brady, Myanna, Brody, Colton, Gage, Lola & Paisley. Brian will be deeply missed by the Leyes and Honda families and his many nieces and nephews. Brian was born in Kitchener, Ontario on January 11th, 1942 to Leo and Josephine Leyes (nee Hoffarth). Predeceased by his parents and older brother Paul.

A true entrepreneur, Brian blazed a trail and moved to Oshawa, Ontario in 1962 to open the first pizza stores in the city. Pepi’s Pizza had 5 locations across the Durham Region over the next 20 years and had a large impact on popularizing pizza in the area. Due to ongoing health issues, Brian retired from the pizza business in the early 1980s.

Brian spent his remaining years a dedicated family man, giving back to the community whenever and wherever he could. Whether he was taking his sons on road trips to baseball stadiums across America, hosting countless social gatherings with Sami, or volunteering for the Arthritis Society, and running their charity bingo games, Brian always did right by people, making a positive impact wherever he went.

In his remaining years, Brian moved to the Village of Taunton Mills. Despite his deteriorating physical health, Brian always had a positive outlook and did the absolute best with the hand he was dealt. He continued his passion for business and started managing the General Store at Taunton Mills. His desire to follow his passion and serve people didn’t go unnoticed, as he received the Ontario senior achievement award in 2018. Many thanks to the compassionate and dedicated staff at Taunton Mills for their loving care and support.

In accordance with Brian's wishes, instead of a funeral, a celebration of life will be held at Courtice Funeral Chapel on Saturday, Sept. 7th from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm, with tributes commencing at 2:00 pm. The Chapel is located at 1587 Durham Regional Hwy 2, Courtice, L1E 2R7. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to a charity of your choice.

HILLEBRAND, Mechthild Maria Hillebrand - 5 October, 1937 – 25 August, 2024

Mechthild was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Alexander (October 27, 2019). She is survived by her children Susanne (Greg Murchison), Bernie (Brenda) and Martin (Shelley) and her grandchildren that she loved dearly: Brigitte Hetzel (Phillip), Rebecka Van Der Woude (Nicholas), Graeme, Caitlyn and Eric (Lauren LaValley). Also survived by her sisters Liesel Kirsch, Traudel Baur and her brother Hermann Baur.

Born in Reutlingen, Germany, she immigrated to Canada in 1958 to wed the man she loved.

Mechthild enjoyed time with family and friends including annual golf trips to the US with friends, playing cards, dances at Club Loreley and in her younger years she and Alex enjoyed hosting dances at their farm. She also took great pride in her plants and gardens and also maintaining a clean and orderly home, in spite of her three children and husband.

Mechthild was especially happy with being able to attend Rebecka and Nick’s wedding earlier this summer, and recently just being with her grandchildren.

A private family mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church, 3800 Courtice Road North, Courtice on Tuesday, September 24, following which there will be a celebration of life at Club Loreley, 389 Dean Avenue, Oshawa (3PM).

In lieu of flowers, you may wish to consider a memorial donation to Club Loreley where Mechthild was a longtime honorary member, or to a charity that is meaningful to you.

At the Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry, Ontario on Sunday September 1, 2024, one week after her 83rd birthday.

Born in Rannyhual, Donegal, Ireland in 1941 to Bridget & Charles Rodgers, Rose lived many years in both Auchtermuchty & Glasgow, Scotland before she and husband Jim emigrated to Canada in 1967.

Rose loved teaching and worked for the DCDSB at the elementary level before teaching Art, Religion & Cooking at Msgr. Paul Dwyer Catholic High School, retiring in 1996. She returned to Dwyer in 1998 to serve as Chaplain for a time. In her retirement she volunteered teaching many in the St. Therese community of schools lessons in preparation for First Confession, First Communion, and Confirmation.

Rose is predeceased by her husband Jim (2010) and daughter Marian (2019). She is lovingly remembered by her son Allan Delaney (Sarah) & daughter Colleen Schneider (Michael).

Forever to be missed as the Dean of Nana School by her cherished grandchildren Declan Lloyd (Sami), Andrew Lloyd, Delaney Lloyd, William Delaney (Jade), Caitlin Lloyd and Jack Delaney (Daniella).

Deeply missed by brother Patrick Rodgers (Grace) in England and sisters-in-law Anne Downie and Patricia Morrow in Scotland and their families and by her nieces, nephews, and many cousins and relations in Ireland, Scotland, England and Canada. Predeceased by her brother Michael (2014), and sisters Anne (1960) & Mary (1959).

Fondly remembered by the Carr and Arthurs clans who were family to Rose through friendship here in Canada as well as Fr. Norbert Glasmacher, who has been a dear family friend for many years.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the extraordinary staff and volunteers of the Oak Ridges Hospice; Nurse Raina of the VHA; Kari from OH@H & the many PSWs for their exceptional care of Rose. Thank you to the St. Gertrude’s community for their kindness and prayers especially Fr. Michael & Rose McIntosh and to Mamie in Ireland for always keeping a candle lit.

A visitation for Rose will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Courtice Funeral Chapel, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, ON L1E2R7. A committal service will occur Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Rd E, Whitby, ON L1R 3L4. A funeral service will occur Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at St Gertrude's Catholic Church, 690 King St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 1G5. followed by a graveside service at Resurrection Cemetery 355 Taunton Rd E, Whitby, ON.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Oak Ridges Hospice. https://www.oakridgeshospice.com

Farewell wee Rosie from the Rosses

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,

and let perpetual light shine upon them.

May the souls of all the faithful departed,

through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

~Amen~

Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mother of Bob and Joe.

Visitation will be at the Courtice Funeral Chapel, 1587 Highway 2 Courtice on Friday August 9 from 5 to 8 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Therese Catholic Church, 3800 Courtice Rd. N. Courtice on Saturday August 10 at am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby.

In lieu of flowers Memorial Donations to the Durham Region Cancer Centre would be appreciated.