Zuzana Djarmotsky

[Birth Date] - April 12, 2025

Zuzana Djarmotsky passed away peacefully with family by her side on April 12, 2025, at the age of 89. She was reunited with her husband, Ondrej (1991), and her son Marko (2022).

Loving mother of Jarmila Gedelja. Cherished Baba of Daniel Gedelja, Tina Asprakis and husband Fonda, and Talia Djarmotsky. Dear mother-in-law of Mary Djarmotsky. Baba #2 of Theron Asprakis and Mila Asprakis.

Zuzana is survived by her niece Anna Jaso and her family of Edmonton, and Vera Turan and her family of Serbia, Elizabeth and Sam Zila, and Pauline and Tibor Tar and their families in Canada. She was also loved by her neighbours Sandy, Irene, and Susan.

Zuzana will be missed by many family and friends in both Canada and Serbia. In former Yugoslavia, Zuzana and Ondrej owned a butcher shop in Backi Petrovec, where they worked hard for many years before immigrating to Canada in 1974 with their children. She loved spending time with her family and friends, having coffee in the morning, baking, knitting, and gardening.

If you so desire, memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation or the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 5-8pm. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 10am at Families First, 1065 Lauzon Rd., East Windsor. (519) 969-5841. Burial will follow at Windsor Memorial Gardens.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Families First Funeral Home, Windsor, Ontario.

Freddie Beekhuis

[Birth Date] - April 12, 2025

Freddie Beekhuis passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, at the age of 80. She was predeceased by her parents, Elizabeth and Fred Beekhuis, and siblings Marilyn Dennison and Gord Beekhuis.

Freddie was a special aunt to Beth Dennison (John Ritchie), Vickie (Mark) Weigel, Rebecca Dennison (John Chroust), and Jamie (Amber) Beekhuis. She was a great-aunt to Eric Weigel, Meggan (Todd) St. Aubin, Victoria Chroust, Alana Chroust, and Lauren Chroust, as well as a great-great aunt of five.

Freddie was an elder of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, a member of the Retired Teachers Federation, and a member of the Red Hat Ladies. For many years, she was a devoted teacher for the Windsor Public School Board, finishing her career as a Vice Principal.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Freddie may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.

As per her wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial visiting will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Families First in Amherstburg (519-969-5841) from 1:30 pm until the Celebration of Life service at 2:30 pm. Internment will take place at a later date.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Families First Funeral Home, Amherstburg, Ontario.

Rod Charlebois

[Birth Date] - April 13, 2025

Husband, Dad, Pa were just a few titles he carried proudly. Rod was married to the love of his life, Christine (nee Barrette), for almost 54 years.

Loving father to his 3 boys: Darren (Vicky), Ryan (Ashley), and Brent (Kristy). Cherished “Pa” to Samantha (Pook), Dylan, Brandon, Jordan, Irelyn, Kyla, Ella, and Denver. Great Grandfather to Myliee (Lil Pook) and Micah. Brother to Vic (Liz), Michelle (Stephen), and Claudia (Mike).

If Rod let you into his life, you were one of the lucky ones. His love was deep, and he would stop at nothing to take care of the ones he loved. He was a father figure to many, and we were glad to share him because everyone deserved to feel his love.

He went peacefully with my mom and my brother, Darren, by his side on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at 6:15 am. Dad (Rod Charlebois), you will be missed deeply and endlessly. Thank you for EVERYTHING you did for us and everyone over your 75 years. Rest peacefully, Dad, your boys are here to take care of mom. As you always say every time we parted ways: WE LOVE YOU.

Per Rod's request, cremation has taken place and a private family service has been held.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Families First Funeral Home, Windsor, Ontario.

Suzana Krstevska

2025 - March 7, 2025

With deepest sorrow and endless love, we announce the passing of Suzana Krstevska, who left this world peacefully on March 5th, 2025, in Windsor, Ontario, after an awe-inspiring 28-year battle with cancer. Though the illness tried to take so much from her, it never touched her spirit. She met every challenge with remarkable strength, never allowing it to dim her warmth, her laughter, or the immense love she carried in her heart. She fought with every ounce of her being, refusing to let cancer define her, and she lived every moment with resilience, grace, and unwavering love for her family.

Suzana was the foundation of her family, a devoted wife to Pero Krstevski, and the most loving, selfless mother to her beloved and only daughter, Nina Krstevska. Being a mother was her greatest joy, and she poured her entire soul into raising Nina with love, wisdom, and kindness. She nurtured her with endless patience, celebrated her every achievement, and taught her to meet life with the same strength and courage that defined Suzana herself. She did not just raise a daughter—she raised a kind-hearted, compassionate soul and enveloped her in a love so profound that it will echo for eternity.

Suzana’s love knew no limits. She was a woman who gave without expecting anything in return, who put everyone else before herself, even in her most difficult days. Her kindness radiated in everything she did—whether it was offering a comforting word, a helping hand, or a warm embrace. She had an unbreakable spirit, one that not even cancer could take from her. Through every treatment, every setback, and every moment of pain, she never lost her will to fight. She battled fiercely until the very end, determined to fill every moment with love, laughter, and life.

Beyond her devotion to her family, Suzana found joy in the beauty of the world around her. She had a special love for flowers, finding peace in their delicate petals and unwavering strength. Flowers were her sanctuary, their presence a reflection of the gentle yet unyielding spirit she carried within her. Whether tending to her garden, receiving a bouquet, or simply admiring nature’s artistry, Suzana saw in flowers a truth about life—beauty exists even in the most fleeting of moments, and love, like petals in the wind, is carried on forever. Just as flowers bloom despite the harshest seasons, Suzana carried on with grace, showing those around her what it truly meant to be strong.

Though she is no longer physically with us, Suzana’s love will never fade. It lives on in the hearts of those who were lucky enough to know her, in the lessons she taught, in the love she gave so freely. She was a light in this world, and though that light now shines from above, it will never go out.

A service will be held for family and friends to honour her extraordinary life. In lieu of flowers, donations to breast cancer research are greatly appreciated, though flowers are also welcomed as a tribute to her deep love for their beauty.

Visitation will be held at Families First East Windsor (1065 Lauzon Road) 519-969-5841 on Sunday, March 9th, 2025, from 2-5 & 7-9pm. Prayers will be held at 4:30pm. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025, at St. Nicholas Macedonian Orthodox Church (5225 Howard Ave) at 11am. Interment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. To share a photo, memory, or express sympathies to the family, please refer to the online memory wall.

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