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Sandra Christina Dow
1939 – 2024
Sandra Dow passed away peacefully at Millenium Trail Manor on December 8th, 2024, at the age of 85. Cherished mother to Stephen, Terry, Greg (Brenda), and Bill (Kath). Dear sister to Shelia and the late Linda.
Sandra was born in St. John, New Brunswick, to parents Dave and May Olive. She moved to Ontario in the 1960s to start a family with her husband, Bill Dow. She enjoyed raising her family in St. Catharines and watching them grow.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Lundy Manor for their exceptional care. Special thanks to Millenium Trail Manor for their support during Sandra’s stay and in her final days.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton St., St. Catharines. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday, December 13th, 2024, at 10:00 am. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am in the George Darte Ceremony Room. Burial will take place at Victoria Lawn Cemetery following the service.
Donations in Sandra’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society Niagara Foundation.
Joan Sandra MacDougall
1937 – 2024
Joan Sandra MacDougall (nee Bowie) passed away on December 12, 2024. She is survived by her sister Patricia and brother-in-law Bryan, her daughter Lisa and son-in-law Jim, her son John and daughter-in-law Denise, and her grandchildren Meg, Jean, and Owen.
Joan was a dedicated and heartwarming elementary school teacher who taught with love and reassurance. She was a passionate advocate for children inside and outside the classroom, teaching at schools such as E.I. McCulley, Orchard Park, and Parnall. Joan and her late husband Bob were avid golfers and lifelong members of the St. Catharines Golf & Country Club, where they cherished both the sport and the camaraderie of their many friends.
She was a longtime congregation member of the Church of the Transfiguration in St. Catharines. Joan was kind, charitable, and respectful to all. As Charles Dickens once said, “...there were two classes of people, those who did little and made a lot of noise, and those who did a great deal and made no noise at all.” Joan was truly the latter.
Joan was a selfless and loving mother, a devoted spouse, and a warm and caring grandmother. Hugs were her specialty, and she left a lasting impact on everyone she met.
In Joan’s memory, and in the spirit of the season, her family kindly asks that donations be made to the charity of your choice. The world is a better place because of Joan, and her spirit can live on through your generosity. Please give.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at George Darte Funeral Home.
Evelyn Beverley Beckman
1943 – 2024
With broken hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Evelyn Beverley Beckman (nee Johnston) on Saturday, December 14, 2024, in her 82nd year at St. Catharines General Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family and close friends. Evelyn married her high school sweetheart Allan in 1965, and during their 59 years of marriage, became a cherished mom to David (predeceased), Michael (Cheri), and Tammy (John), and a loving Nana to Jesy, Kyler, and Ethan, as well as ‘Nana Banana’ to Makenna and Hudson. Her family was her world.
Evelyn also leaves behind many extended family, friends, and neighbors who held a very special place in her heart. During her 52 years of employment at TD Bank, she made lifelong friendships, working as a bank teller and greeting every customer with a warm, friendly smile. Evelyn’s generosity knew no bounds. She was a social butterfly who built meaningful relationships with everyone she met.
Her radiant smile lit up every room she entered. Evelyn loved baking her famous pies, ‘hello dollies,’ and butter tarts in her kitchen, as well as crafting, shopping, decorating homes, gardening, and traveling to the Dominican. Summers at her second home, Newtons Cottages, were spent making cherished memories with dear friends and family. Al fondly described her as an amazing woman who could truly do it all.
Visitation for Evelyn will be held at George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines, on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. At Evelyn’s request, cremation has already taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation at www.bafound.org/donate/give-now/ would be appreciated by the family.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at George Darte Funeral Home.
Natalie Stephanie Natalka Dejneka
1962 – December 12, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Natalie Stephanie Dejneka on December 12, 2024, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. At age 61, she is welcomed in heaven by her parents, Mykola (Nick) and Anna, along with her brother Markijan.
Cherished mother to Zachariah, Ivanka, and Zorianka. Dear sister to Olia, O’Darka, Vera, and Marijka. Teta to Natalka (the late Andrij), Andrew (Kristyna), Mark (Alison), and Tanya (Paul). Great-aunt to Yarema, Lukian, Toma, Kalyna, Andrea, Madison, and Wyatt. Proud Fur-Baba to Molly, Mini, Rigby, and Prismo. Beloved friend to Mary-Ann Luzba, who graciously and lovingly cared for Natalie in her final weeks.
Growing up in St. Catharines, Natalie was a passionate and devoted member of the Ukrainian community, for which she proudly advocated. She lived and worked in St. Catharines and Toronto during her formative years and went on to give 27 hard-working years to Service Canada.
Natalie was a friend to all. She will be remembered for the boundless love that she showed others. Those that knew her will remember her warm nature, loving heart, and easy-going sense of humor. She loved classic rock, her family, and summertime. Natalie will be deeply missed by her family and friends for her selfless heart and warm smile. We love you, Mama.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton St., St. Catharines. Cremation has taken place, and guests are invited to a Celebration of Natalie’s life on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, beginning at 1 PM in the funeral home ceremony room. If desired, donations may be made to Pets Alive Niagara in memory of Natalie, who adored every animal, big or small.
For those of you who wish to Celebrate Natalie’s Life with us via livestream, please click the following link: Livestream Link.
Sophia Maria Verbraeken
1941 – 2024
VERBRAEKEN, Sophia Maria (née Grootscholten). It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of the matriarch of our family on Sunday, November 24, 2024, just shy of her 83rd birthday. Sophia passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer. She is now reunited with her loving husband of 53 years, William “Bill” (2015).
Sophia was an amazing mother to Ron (Carrie), Brigitta (Dave), Sylvia (Mike), and Wernher (Josephine), and a proud Oma to Sean (Amber), Nicole (Jason), Danielle (Juan), Rachel (Greg), Adam (Tierney), Jacob, Katerina, and Nathan. She was a cherished Great Oma to Cheyleigh, Sophia, William, Harper, Dylan, Angelina, Luciana, Joshua, and Cleo. Sophia will also be dearly missed by her large family and friends in both the Netherlands and Canada.
Known for her loving nature, sense of humor, and “Oma’s Yummy Soup,” Sophia leaves a legacy of warmth, kindness, and countless fond memories. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff at St. Joe’s and St. Catharines General for their excellent care.
In accordance with Sophia’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton St., St. Catharines, ON, followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00 p.m. in the funeral home ceremony room. Guests are invited to join the reception afterwards.
Memorial donations in Sophia’s honor may be made to the Canadian Lung Association. For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the Celebration of Life is available at the following link.
Eliana Bruni
November 21, 1946 – November 25, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eliana Bruni (née Voros) on November 25, 2024, at the age of 78. Born in Ethiopia to a Greek family on November 21, 1946, Eliana lived a life full of grace, resilience, and trust in the beauty of “whatever will be.” She shared her journey with her twin sister Mary, forming an unbreakable bond that was the foundation of a lifelong duet of love and laughter.
Eliana’s path led her to marriage with Cisco Bruni, an Ethiopian-born Italian, and together they built a family rooted in unconditional love. When civil war disrupted their lives, Eliana courageously led her family to Canada, where they started anew, demonstrating her strength and determination.
A devoted mother to Letizia (Dave) and Piero (Brenda), and a loving grandmother to Matthew (Danielle), Cisco (Marlee), Ryersen, and Quinton, Eliana found her greatest joy in her family. She was “Aya” to her grandchildren, whose lives she enriched with endless love and wisdom. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and selflessness.
Eliana’s life was a song that embodied the wisdom of her favorite refrain, “Que sera, sera—whatever will be, will be.” Her strength remained unwavering even in her final years as she faced the challenges of a stroke and dementia with grace, supported daily by her devoted twin sister.
Eliana is survived by her twin sister Mary (Franz), brother Mike (Judy), her children, grandchildren, great-grandson Holden, and her anticipated great-granddaughter. She has been reunited with her beloved husband Cisco, her parents Anna and Eftimios, and her sister Helen (Bruno).
As we say goodbye, we hold her melody in our hearts, forever grateful for the joy and love she brought into our lives. May she rest in peace, her life a beautiful tune that will never fade.
Claude Joseph Rene Langlois
1933 – 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Claude Joseph Rene Langlois at the age of 92 at Greater Niagara General Hospital after a brief illness. Claude was a devoted husband to Mary Ann, a loving father to his two sons, and a cherished grandfather to four grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at George Darte Funeral Chapel, located at 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines, ON, L2M 4Y1 (905-937-4444). At Claude’s wishes, cremation has already taken place.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice or to Therapy Tails in memory of Claude.
Condolences and memories may be shared through George Darte Funeral Chapel. Your support and kind words are greatly appreciated during this time.
Herbert Lynn Marshall
1941 – November 5, 2024
Herbert Lynn Marshall passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loving family at the Owen Sound Hospital. Lynn was a beloved resident of Miller Lake, Ontario. He was the devoted husband of Carole (nee Beattie), and a cherished father to David of Calgary, Lisa Marshall of Burlington, and Julie Marshall of Tobermory. Lynn was a proud grandfather to Mikyla and will be forever remembered by the extended Beattie family.
Lynn is predeceased by his parents, Gertrude and Harold Marshall, his sister Frances Allen, and brothers Fred, Lewis, and Douglas. His presence and warmth will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Private family funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Lion’s Head Chapel, in Lion’s Head, Ontario.
Claire Theresa Coakeley (née Renaud)
1933 - 2024
Claire Teresa Coakeley, née Renaud, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024, at Chapel Heights Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls. Daughter of Joseph and Antoinette Renaud, Claire spent her childhood in Salem, Massachusetts, before joining the Sisters of Saint Anne in Montréal, where she trained as a teacher. After leaving the convent, she moved to Ottawa to teach with the Carleton and Carleton Roman Catholic Separate School Boards. It was in Ottawa that she met her beloved husband, Michael, with whom she later settled in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Claire was deeply devoted to her Catholic faith and was an active member of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Niagara-on-the-Lake. She is predeceased by her husband Michael, her brother Paul (Nancy), and her niece Pat (Alan Bubb). She leaves behind her nephews Paul Renaud Jr. (Cheryl) and Bill Renaud (Sharon), her niece Susan Shaker (Roger), and many grand-nieces, grand-nephews, and great-grand nieces and nephews.
She is also survived by Michael’s sons Simon (Arnold), Damien (Greta), and Matthew (Susan) and their families.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church (73 Picton St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON) from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., immediately followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Cremation will follow.
Drusilla Romanovna "Susu" Ivanov
September 1, 2024 - October 18, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our precious little Drusilla, “Susu” Romanovna Ivanov, who left us suddenly on October 18, 2024. Born at home on September 1, 2024, Susu came into this world surrounded by her loving family. She was perfect and calm, quickly forming bonds and bringing joy to everyone around her.
Drusilla blossomed from the start, recognizing her mother’s voice and finding comfort in being held close. She loved nature walks, family moments with her siblings Octavia (“Viva”) and Julius (“Juju”), and attended weekly Mass at St. Aloysius Parish in Thorold with her family. She was baptized on September 29, 2024, and now watches over her family as their little angel.
Susu’s memory lives on in the hearts of her parents, Roman and Alyssa Ivanov, her sister Octavia, her brother Julius, and her extended family. Though her time with us was brief, her life was filled with love and her presence was a true blessing.
Visitation will take place at George Darte Funeral Home (585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines, Ontario) on Thursday, October 24, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m., with Vigil Prayers held at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. A Mass of the Angels will be celebrated on Friday, October 25, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Aloysius Church (317 Morton Street, Thorold South), followed by burial.
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