CULLEN, Paul Cullen - 12-Jun-1948 - 10-Sep-2024

Cullen, Paul, peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at age 76. Paul, beloved husband of Heather (2023). Loving father of Mark (Deb) and the late Kristen DiBella. Proud grandpa of Meagan, Sam, Ethan, Kate, Kaitlin and Lukas. Dearest friend and cousin of Greg Cullen and a second father figure of Jeff, Janice and Jason Dall.

Paul is now resting peacefully with his adored wife and darling daughter.

Family and friends are welcome to celebrate Paul's life at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) 647-424-3516 on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 3-5 pm with tributes starting at 4:15 pm.

In lieu of flowers, if desired donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.

THOMPSON, Evelyn Joyce Thompson - 25-Sep-1931 - 8-Sep-2024

Thompson, Evelyn Joyce, peacefully in her sleep at Springdale Country Manor, Peterborough on Sunday, September 8, 2024 in her 93rd year. Evelyn, beloved wife of the late Lorne "Spike" Thompson. Loving mother of Timothy (Barb), Wayne (the late Chris), Sheila (Arthur Stacey) and the late Danny and Tracy. Proud grandma of Brett, Sarah, Erienne, Arthur, Darryl, Cora and great grandma of Hannah, Maisey, Nathan, Trevor, Julia, Sylvia, Mason and Avery.

A special thank you to the staff at Springdale Manor for their wonderful care.

Family and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) 647-956-5908 on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 1-3 pm. Interment Mount Lawn Cemetery.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.

Don’t Cry For Me
Do not cry for me
Because I look
Upon you from Heaven.
I always loved you
When I was with you.
Now I love you even more
And wait for you beside Jesus.

HILTS, Ann Hilts - September 29th, 1954-September 3rd, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ann Hilts on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024.

Ann was born to Margaret and William Skitteral (predeceased) on September 29th, 1954. She was the eldest daughter of five children. She became a cherished sister of Francis Glover, Cathy Wooldridge (Don) and was predeceased by her sister Rosemary Skitter and her brother Tom Skitteral.

Ann married her husband Bradley Hilts (predeceased) in 1973 and had four wonderful children; Heather Hilts, Sarah Hilts (Lee), Courtney Stephenson (Wesley) and Bradley Hilts (Jana), who will all miss her deeply.

Ann is also survived by her loyal and very special friend Edgar Leblanc who has always been by her side. He and his family will miss her greatly.

She will also be remembered fondly by her grandchildren, Madison, Nathaniel, Jacob, Keeley, Scotlynn, Sonata and Cole.

Ann was cherished by many family members and friends who will carry her memory with them.

Donations in Ann's name to Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre or a place of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

Until we meet again.
A Mother's love is never forgotten.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca. 

Angus (Gus) William Miller passed away at the Extendicare Rouge Valley in Scarborough on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at the age of 91 after an extended fight with Alzheimer's.

He maintained an active lifestyle which included downhill skiing until he was 81. He had to go that year as he could ski for free (over 80). He had lived a full life with multiple interests including the Theater (over 1300 shows), both attending and participating in (Oshawa Little Theatre), gardening, Photography, he also traveled worldwide including Spain, Cuba throughout the US, Beijing, and many others as well as frequent Cruises.

He was an early Associate/Owner of a Shoppers Drug Mart from about 1968, opening one of the first stores outside of Toronto in the Midtown Mall in Oshawa, until he semi-retire around 1988.

The youngest of 5 children born to Rev. William and Elsie Miller. Being the only boy, I’ve been told he got playfully spoiled.

He leaves his children Steve (Michele Barron) Miller, Ken (Doris) Miller, Kelli Miller-Woodcock and stepdaughter Cathy (Brayden) Legere as well as 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He will be reunited with his sisters Helen (Dave) Peters, Dell (George) Teeple, Jean (Alan) Furguson, Elsie (Chris) Huffman. Predeceased by his first wife Audrey Miller (Letcher) and his second wife Carol Miller (Ford)

Please join us in Celebrating His Life at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Saturday September 21, 2024, Visitation will start at 1:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service starting at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Interment will follow at Mount Lawn Cemetery.

Dad will continue to be remembered of fondly and will always be missed.
Rest in Peace Dad.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario

Rodney Cole (Rod) passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa surrounded by family. The family would like to thank the Oshawa Lakeridge staff in the ICU. Nurses Emma, Toni and Andrea. As well as Dr Julia Coppens and Dr Danica Quickfall.

Rod was predeceased by his parents (Carol & Milford Cole), and brother (Shannon Cole).

Rodney will be remembered by his siblings Jeff (Tami), Crystal (Tyler), Troy (Sue) and Kyle (Angela). He will be missed by his nephews Brandon (Briana) Taylor (Carla), Alex (Holly), Tyler, niece Tyanna and his great nephews and niece.

A Celebration of life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, on September 11th 2024 from 4pm-7pm.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Kidney Foundation of Canada in Rodney’s honour.

NORBURY, Christina "Ena" Norbury - 25-Sep-1938 - 31-Aug-2024

Peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Michael Garron Hospital in her 86th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Brian. Aunt Ena will be lovingly remembered by her nieces Raynelle Green (Charlie), Sherry Hughes (Jim) and great nieces Melanie Green (Barrie), Katie Wilenski (Ryan), Hilary Siebert (Andrew), Kerri Truax (Scott) and Lisa Davies (Steve).

She will be sadly missed by her great great nieces and nephews Emmalee, Abby, Aiden, Taylor, Matthew, William, Grayson, Oliver, Zoey and Eddie as well as by her best friend Mamie Cameron and her children Christine, Robbie, Donna and her grandson Brian. As per Christina’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. She will be interred with her husband Brian at Highland Memory Gardens at a later date.

Forever in our hearts. Visit at Mount Lawn Funeral Home 

SMITH, Barbara Ann Smith - 13-Jul-1932 - 31-Aug-2024

Sadly, but with love and gratitude, we share the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Barbara Ann Smith (nee Millar) on August 31, 2024, at the age of 92. She was predeceased by her parents, James and Winnifred Millar, her brothers John and Robert, and her sister Eleanor; she is survived by her husband of 70 years, Hugh, her children Beverly (John Hoefs), Douglas (Donna McAleer), Debra (Paul Caissie) and Glenn (Deb Thompson), her sisters, Jean and Margaret (Grenville Barnes) her grandchildren, Braden, Randy, Jeremy, Jean Paul, Annika, Chantelle, Jonathan, James, Melanie and Brianne, and her great grandchildren, Nora, Jack, Emmett, Willa and Isobel, along with countless relatives and friends who felt her warmth and generosity. Throughout her life, mom enjoyed cooking, horseback riding, antiquing, playing baseball, golf, gardening and caring for her many pets. But, her greatest passion was her family, and she surrounded them with unconditional love and support. Many thanks to Angie, Corrine and Tina for their exemplary home care. Visitation will take place Friday, September 6 at 9:30 am, to be followed by a Celebration of Life at 11 am, at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, ON. Interment at Mount Lawn Cemetery, followed by a Reception at Mount Lawn Funeral Home. If you are considering a floral tribute, we suggest including mom’s favourite colour, yellow; or wearing something yellow at the service. If you are unable to attend the funeral service but wish to watch it via the Livestream, please click the following link to register: Funeral Service Link
Donations in mom’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society, Diabetes Canada, or the Durham Humane Society would also be appreciated.

CHARLTON, William "Bill" Charlton - 14-Jan-1949 - 31-Aug-2024

Suddenly at his residence on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the age of 75. Survived by his siblings Gladys Sundstrom and Tom and predeceased by his sister Wilma Heron. Bill will be remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends.

We will miss you, until we meet again. A private Graveside service will be held at Mount Lawn Cemetery, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, Ontario.

LAFRANCE, Sarah Lynne Lafrance - 29-Oct-1999 - 29-Aug-2024

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sarah Lynne Lafrance announce her sudden passing on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at the tender age of 24 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her parents: Sheila and the late Mike; her sisters: Connie (Shawn) and Lisa (Rich); Proud Grandmother: Wilma McGregor.

She will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Aunts, Uncles and Friends.

Sarah is predeceased by her Grandparents Bob McGregor, Rod Tinworth, Lucille Lafrance and Great Grandmother Joan Weales as well as aunts, uncles and special friends.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Cobourg Emergency Services, Police and Dr. Emery for your support and compassion during this difficult time.

Visitation will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, Ontario on Thursday, September 5th, 2024 from 12noon until the time of the Chapel service at 2pm. A reception will follow at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Durham Region Mental Heath Services or Durham Region Humane Society would be appreciated.

Sarah has left this world too soon and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. We hope you have found your peace.

“Until we meet again”

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