Roger Alexander Nesbitt

August 29, 1945 – April 11, 2025

Roger was born in Minden, Ontario, to George Nesbitt and Kathleen Little.

He is survived by his loving wife, Deniese, and his children, Darren (Debbie) and Kelly (Jeff). Roger was a proud grandfather to Justin, Jordan, Brooke, and Brody, and a great-grandfather to Carter.

Roger was one of six siblings and was predeceased by his sisters Iris (Lamb) and Joyce (Walker), and his brothers Sinclair and Chesel Nesbitt. He is survived by his sister, Elaine Smith.

Roger had a long and distinguished career as a proud employee at General Motors in Oshawa, where he rose to the role of Superintendent. Outside of work, Roger enjoyed fishing, ATV riding, and, of course, cheering for his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs.

In his younger years, Roger dedicated much of his time to coaching youth hockey. He was known for leading Storie Park to multiple championships, going undefeated in the league for several seasons.

Roger’s legacy of dedication and passion will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Visitation:
Saturday, April 19, 2025
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Oshawa Funeral Home
847 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4

Memorial Service:
Saturday, April 19, 2025
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Oshawa Funeral Home, Chapel
847 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4

Reception:
Saturday, April 19, 2025
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lower level, Oshawa Funeral Home
847 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4

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

Sebastiano Nirta

April 23, 1936 – April 12, 2025

Passed away peacefully with family by his side at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the age of 88 years. Sebastiano was the dearly beloved husband of Antonia, with whom he shared 65 wonderful years of marriage. Loving father of Lisa (Sebastian), Joe, and Cathy (Sarto).

Cherished Nonno of Cathy, Antonella (Nick), Olivia, and Dante, and Super Nonno of Quinton and Lennon. Dear brother of Caterina (late Domenico), Agata (late Francesco), and predeceased by his beloved younger brother Antonio (late Teresa). He will be missed by his in-laws Sebastiano (Pina), Frank (late Teresa), Maria, and was predeceased by Domenico (Carmela) and the late Joe. Sebastiano will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Sebastiano immigrated to Canada in 1966 in search of a better life for his family, and he embraced Canada as his beloved home. He had a deep love for soccer, politics, gardening, and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Entombment to take place at Resurrection Cemetery Mausoleum in Whitby.

In memory of Sebastiano, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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

Bruce Knyvet Arlidge

May 28, 1930 – April 4, 2025

Bruce Arlidge, aged 94, of Whitby, via Victoria, B.C., passed away on April 4, 2025, with family and fantastic caregivers by his side.

Born on May 28, 1930, in Edmonton, Alberta, Bruce began his career as a lawyer in Nelson and Victoria, B.C., before transitioning into the world of academia, teaching at the University of Ottawa. During his retirement years, he found great joy in reading, walking, gardening, and travelling. He and his beloved wife RoseMarie ran a successful Bed and Breakfast in Victoria, B.C.

Predeceased by RoseMarie (née Chisholm) in 2011, Bruce later returned to Victoria, and eventually settled in Ontario, where he spent his final years. He is survived by his six children: Ross (Janine), Jennifer (Hal), Paul (Ingela), Gillian (Rick), Susan (Greg), and Colin (Trish); fifteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, scattered across the globe.

A man with a wry sense of humor and a fondness for cheeky limericks, Bruce was always ready with a toast at family dinners. His quick wit and deep love for his family will be warmly remembered.

A private family memorial service will be held in British Columbia this summer.

The family is eternally grateful to the compassionate caregivers at The Village of Taunton Mills (Egerton), who treated Bruce with dignity and showered him with love over the last three years.

God speed, Bruce. If we could think of an appropriate limerick, we would include one here—though most would be just irreverent enough to have him chuckling.

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

Thomas Duncan Graham

June 1, 1935 – April 8, 2025

Peacefully with his family by his side, following a brief illness at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in his 90th year.

Beloved husband of Marg for 65 years. Loving father of Lynn (Boyd), Duncan (Lucy), and Richard (Karen). Cherished Grampa of Brody (Pierette), Bret (Emma), Abby (Brandon), Charlotte, Lucas, Liam (Julie), and Joshua. Great Grampa to Frederik.

Predeceased by his parents Tom and Laura Graham. Dear brother of Reta and the late Lorraine. He will be deeply missed by his extended family and friends.

Tom graduated from the University of Toronto as a Professional Engineer and dedicated 42 years of service to General Motors. He was a life member of Oshawa Minor Hockey and served as President for 26 years. In recognition of his contributions, Tom received the Ontario Minor Hockey Association Honour Award in 2003. He was also a proud long-time member of the Durham Antique Car Club.

Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and on Wednesday, April 16, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow.

Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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

Franc Naterer

October 3, 1936 – April 3, 2025

Franc Naterer, age 88, of Whitby, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Stefania, and a loving father to Greg (Josephine) and Marko (Yvonne).

He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren Julia, Veronica, Monika, Isabel, Gabriella, and the late Jordan. Franc was also a cherished brother to Ivanka.

Franc had a deep appreciation for nature and found great joy in gardening. Above all, he was a devoted husband, a proud and supportive grandfather, and the best father anyone could hope for.

Resting at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. W., Oshawa, where visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 8th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 214 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa on Wednesday, April 9th at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Whitby.

Service Details

Visitation
When: Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Oshawa Funeral Home
847 King St. W., Oshawa, ON

Mass of Christian Burial
When: Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.
Where: St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
214 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, ON L1G 4S9

Interment
Location: Resurrection Catholic Cemetery
Whitby, ON

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

Maria Incoronata Tedesco

May 10, 1942 – April 5, 2025

Maria Incoronata Tedesco passed peacefully with her loving family by her side on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 82 years of age.

Beloved wife of the late Francesco. Loving mother to Josie (Mike) and Sabrina. Cherished Nonna of Michael (Kassondra), Tyler, and Alexa. Bis Nonna to Tatum. Dear sister of Antonio (Concetta), Pasqualina (Tommaso), Giovanni (Lucia), Carmela (Pasquale), and the late Rocco and Michele.

Maria will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends. She was a woman of deep devotion and unwavering love for her family, always placing others before herself with grace and warmth. Her kitchen was the heart of the home, filled with laughter, delicious meals, and stories passed down through generations.

Maria leaves behind a beautiful legacy of kindness, strength, and enduring family values. She will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by all who were blessed to know her.

Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, on Friday, April 11th, from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 12th, at 1:00 p.m. Entombment to follow at Highland Memory Gardens, 33 Memory Gardens Lane, Willowdale.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

Service Details:
Visitation: Friday, April 11, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Service: Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4
Entombment: Highland Memory Gardens, 33 Memory Gardens Lane, Willowdale, ON

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

Mary Anna May Florence (O'Keefe) MacDonald

October 28, 1933 – April 3, 2025

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we share the news of the passing of our cherished mother, Mary MacDonald. She peacefully departed this world at Lakeridge Health on April 3rd, 2025, at the remarkable age of 92. A devoted mother to eight children and a beloved grandmother to thirteen grandchildren, Mary was surrounded by her family during her final moments, surrounded by love and cherished memories. Her legacy of strength and compassion will forever resonate in our hearts.

Throughout her life, Mary was a beacon of love and support for countless people. She embraced many roles: daughter, sister, wife, sister-in-law, mother, aunt, Nana, and friend. With a heart of gold, Mary consistently prioritized the well-being of others, always ready to offer a listening ear or a warm hug. Rather than seeking her happiness, she dedicated herself to bringing joy to those around her. Her captivating blue eyes sparkled with kindness, her infectious laugh could lift anyone's spirits, and her smile had the remarkable ability to brighten any room she entered.

We honor the remarkable life of Mary MacDonald, a Business School graduate who made significant contributions during her career with Household Finance and Retail Business. As a devoted and passionate former President of the Catholic Women's League, Mary truly exemplified the spirit of community and service. She actively engaged in impactful door-to-door campaigns, tirelessly advocating for vital causes such as the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and the Arthritis Society Canada.

Mary was Bernard MacDonald’s cherished wife for 63 wonderful years until his passing in 2018. She was a devoted mother to Bernice (Allan), Joseph (predeceased), Michael (Maureen), Ann Marie, Margaret (Udo), Jo-Anne, Bernie (Natalie), and John (Kim Mai). Her legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren: Sean, Evan, Maeve, Aedan, Taylor, Udo, Tess, Claire, Alexandre, Quinn, Reid, Emma, and Kate, who will forever carry her love in their hearts.

Mary is survived by her dear sister, Cecilia Grace (née O'Keefe) of California, her nephew Darrell (Shannon), and her sister-in-law, Gloria Youden (Brud) of Cape Breton. She was predeceased by her devoted parents, Joseph and Margaret O'Keefe (née McInnis) of Cape Breton, who instilled in her the values of love, faith, and perseverance.

Join us in celebrating Mary's life at Oshawa Funeral Home, located at 847 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4, on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m. A heartfelt Mass will be held at Saint Therese Roman Catholic Church, located at 3800 Courtice Rd, on Thursday, April 10th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, we invite you to make a memorial donation to the Cancer Society of Canada, as Mom was a two-time cancer survivor. Your kindness will help continue her legacy of love, hope, and generosity.

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

Franc Naterer

03-Oct-1936 - 03-Apr-2025

Franc Naterer, age 88, of Whitby, Ontario passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025.

Beloved husband of Stefania. Loving father of Greg and his wife Josephine, and Marko and his wife Yvonne. Proud grandfather of Julia, Veronica, Monika, Isabel, Gabriella, and the late Jordan. Dear brother of Ivanka.

Franc was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather who brought warmth and wisdom to every room he entered. He enjoyed gardening and took great joy in the beauty of nature. His life was a testament to strength, love, and unwavering family devotion.

He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his family and all who knew him.

Funeral Details
Visitation: Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, Oshawa
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Mass of Christian Burial: St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 214 Simcoe St. N, Oshawa
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:30 AM

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby

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

Michael George Herbert Ormonde

June 6, 1954 – March 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael George Herbert Ormonde on March 29, 2025, at the age of 70, in Oshawa, Ontario. Michael passed peacefully with his children Joanne and Jeffrey by his side. His warmth, humour, and gentle spirit will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Michael is deeply missed by his daughter Joanne Gordon, her husband Brendan, and his grandson Banks; and by his son Jeffrey Ormonde and his fiancée Ashley Pope and her daughter Alannah Pope. He is lovingly remembered by his sister Lynda Douse.

A man of quiet passions and deep connections, Michael had a lifelong love of cars—especially model cars, of which he built an impressive collection. He was proud of his career and the friendships he nurtured along the way. At home in Ajax, he cherished his neighbours, always ready for a chat or to share his latest homemade baked goods. Michael also had a green thumb, delighting in the beauty of his garden year after year.

In keeping with Michael’s wishes, a private family gathering will be held. A celebration of life will follow at a later date, where friends and family will come together to share memories and honour a life lived with love, laughter, and grace.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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

Daniel Guy Joanette

September 9, 1954 – March 29, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Guy Joanette on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the age of 70.

Dear son of Theresa and the late Delphis. Beloved husband of Jolanta. Loving father of Daniel (Kacey) and Celeste (Chris), and stepfather of Robert and Witek. Cherished grandfather of Éowyn, Emilia, Evan, and Natalie Rose, and step-grandfather of Casimir and Wendy.

Dan will be fondly remembered by his sister Nicole (Jim), as well as by his nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends. His warmth, humor, and generous spirit touched all who knew him, and his presence will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, Oshawa, on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. A Celebration of Life will follow in the chapel at 1:30 p.m., with a reception from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.

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