Gordon Jeffery Mansholt

1969 - 2025

Entered into rest on the evening of Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the age of 55. Gordon will be deeply missed by his longtime companion, Terri Lynn, their daughter Victoria, and her brother Connor. Gordon was the beloved son of Lillian and the late Gerhard. He was predeceased by his brother Garry and his nephew Joey. He is survived by his siblings: Greg (Teresa), Grant, Carolyn (Harry predeceased), and Terry (Andrew). He will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Janice, his nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends.

He was a lifelong resident of Cannington and forged many deep and enduring friendships, both near and far. He was very intelligent and highly skilled in many trades such as construction, plumbing, mechanics, and electrical work. A true master of the term “jack-of-all-trades,” his expertise led him to assist many friends and family members with projects at any time of day. The results of his work will live on as a testament to his generosity and skill. He will be deeply missed.

The family of Gordon Mansholt will receive friends at Thorne Funeral Home, Cannington Chapel, 109 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington, on Saturday, March 1st, from 12:30 – 2 p.m.. A service to celebrate his life will be held at 2 p.m.

Final Resting Place: Cedar Vale Cemetery, C1605 Regional Road 12, Cannington, Ontario.

Helen

1925 - 2025

In Loving Memory

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Helen in 2025. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to Thorne Funeral Home, Cannington Chapel (109 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington, Ontario).

Glenna Mae Breckenridge

1946 - 2025

In Loving Memory

Glenna Mae Breckenridge’s life on earth concluded peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Frost Manor, Lindsay, Ontario, surrounded by love, comfort, and song in the company of her husband Bob Breckenridge and her daughter Charmyn Lawton.

Glenna Mae is survived by her loving husband, “Bob” Robert Breckenridge, and is remembered by all those who supported her throughout the joys and challenges of her life journey. A farm girl at heart, Glenna Mae was dedicated to teaching, music, advocacy, travel, and raising her beloved poodles. Raised in Cannington, Ontario, she married Ken Lawton and built her lifelong home in Manilla, Ontario, where together they raised their daughters.

Her passion for education, especially teaching children with exceptionalities, was a cornerstone of her identity. She began her career at Bayview Heights Public School and Cannington Public School, later teaching at Grove School (Sunnydale Home for Children Site), Scott Central Public School, and Cartwright Public School before retiring in 1999.

In retirement, Glenna Mae returned to her love of animals, breeding Standard Poodles that provided companionship to families across North America.

In 2006, she met and married Bob Breckenridge and welcomed into her life Bob’s children Mark (Jennifer), Jennifer, granddaughter Riley, and his sister Mary. Together, Glenna Mae and Bob embraced a life of dancing, music, and travel, making cherished memories from the fields of Ontario to the mountains of Alaska and the warmth of Florida and Arizona.

A survivor of childhood trauma, Glenna Mae’s tenacity, persistence, and drive fueled her advocacy for child abuse prevention. When dementia took hold in her final years, Bob lovingly cared for her at home while they continued to travel, dance, and enjoy good music. In her last year, she was surrounded by the kind and compassionate care of the dedicated staff at Frost Manor, where Bob visited devotedly, often accompanied by his sister Mary.

Funeral Details:

Visitation: Friends are invited to share reflections, memories, and stories at Thorne Funeral Home, Cannington Chapel (109 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington) on Friday, February 21, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

Marion Miller (née Robertson)

1926 - 2025

In Loving Memory

Peacefully, after a short illness, Marion Miller passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at the age of 99. She was the beloved wife of the late Ross Miller of Sunderland.

Marion was a loving mother to Susan Miller and her partner Randy Knight of Dunsford, and Glenn Miller and his wife Maxine of Owen Sound. She was a devoted grandmother to Scott Miller and his wife Katrina of Brooklyn, New York. Marion was predeceased by her brother Ross Robertson and is remembered by his wife, Jean, of Sunderland.

Funeral Details:

A service to celebrate Marion’s life will be held at the Thorne Funeral Home, Sunderland Chapel (98 River Street, Sunderland) at a later date.

Interment will take place at Sunderland Cemetery, Highway 12, Sunderland, Ontario.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Andrews United Church, Sunderland.

Nellie Angela "Joey" Imhoff

July 7, 1926 - February 10, 2025

In Loving Memory

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Nellie Angela “Joey” Imhoff (née Danylak), who passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She lived 98 remarkable years, leaving behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and kindness that will forever be cherished.

Born on July 7, 1926, in Alberta, Canada, Nellie was known to all as Joey, a name that became synonymous with warmth, generosity, and a heart full of love. To her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she was affectionately called Nanny, a role she embraced with endless devotion and joy. Her home was a place of laughter, comfort, eggs on toast, and cherished memories, where everyone felt welcome.

She was predeceased by her husband, Emery Imhoff (1997), and leaves behind a loving family who will continue to honor her memory: her daughters Lois Adams (Doug) and Rachelle Bozzo (Mike).

Joey was a proud and devoted grandmother to Ryan (Dannielle), Todd (Genine), Amanda (Johnny), Kayla, Deanne, and Kevin. She was also a cherished great-grandmother to Owen, Liam, Myah, Hailey, Noah, Austin, Avery, Mykeala, Drake, and Karter, all of whom brought her immense joy.

Joey’s kindness and strength touched the lives of many, and her legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. While we grieve her passing, we find comfort in knowing she lived a full and meaningful life, and that her spirit will always be with us.

A celebration of her life will be held on February 22, 2025, at the residence of her daughter, Lois, where she resided in her later years—a place she always felt at home, surrounded by her family.

We will miss her dearly, but we are forever grateful for the love she gave and the lessons she taught us. Rest in peace, Nanny. You will always be in our hearts.

"That’s for nothing, now start something."

EATON, Mike Eaton

January 22, 2025

Passed away suddenly, but not unexpectedly, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the age of 77. Mike is survived by his life partner, Brenda Warrington, as well as her children; Chantal, Danielle and Luke, and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Sylvia. Brother to David and Richard. Godfather to Barrett (predeceased), Aja, Kane and Heron.

Born in Jamaica and raised in West Hill, Mike became part of the 1960’s through 1980’s Toronto music scene, playing guitar and co-writing songs with John Carr. A Florist by trade, Mike worked with his Mom at her West Hill Florist shop, taking over operation of the business when she retired, eventually owning his own shop in Scarborough.

Mike’s peculiar, and often off-colour, sense of humour remained with him throughout his life, most recently entertaining and challenging the staff at Bon Air LTC in Cannington, to whom we are grateful for the care given, and kindness shown to Mike.

There will be no funeral. Mike will be laid to rest in St. Margaret’s-in-the-Pines Cemetery in West Hill. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.thornefuneralhome.ca

Selina Pearl Taylor (née Pilkey)

1928 – December 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Selina Pearl Taylor (née Pilkey) announces her peaceful passing at Ross Memorial Hospital on December 25, 2024. Pearl was in her 97th year and was the beloved wife for 67 years of the late Ivan Taylor.

Loving mother to Joseph (the late Carol) Taylor, Judy (John) Joyce, Jayne (Martin) Bircher, and John Taylor (Jody King). Dear grandmother to Lori (Jamie), Tammi-Jo (Chris), Jennifer (Mike), Jason (Marcy), Jillian, Nicholas, Kaitlin, and Sara. Cherished great-grandmother to Cassidy, Madison, Lincoln, Coltin, Quintin, Josie, Ashtin, Jorja, Jackie, Jessica, Tegan, and Dylan, and proud great-great-grandmother to Tobias and Myla.

Predeceased by her sister Georgina Stiner (Hillard), Pearl will also be fondly remembered by her sisters-in-law Fern Redshaw (Alvin), Irene Carnahan (Ron), and June Smith (George), and her brother-in-law Gord Taylor (Thelma). Aunt Pearl was deeply loved by her many nieces and nephews, and she will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and devotion to family.

Family and friends are invited to call at Thorne Funeral Home, 109 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington, on Monday, December 30, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. A reception will follow at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 186, 72 Peace Street, Cannington. Interment will take place at Claremont Union Cemetery in the spring of 2025.

As a remembrance, donations to the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Events

• Visitation: Monday, December 30, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Thorne Funeral Home, 109 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington, Ontario.
• Funeral Service: Monday, December 30, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at Thorne Funeral Home, 109 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington, Ontario.
• Interment: Spring 2025 at Claremont Union Cemetery, 4750 Sideline 12, Claremont, Ontario.

Stephen Barry

1949 - December 11, 2024

Peacefully, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Strathaven Nursing Home in Bowmanville, at age 75. Steve Barry of Courtice, beloved husband of Linda (nee Joyce). Loved father of Ryan and Rob and stepfather of Alan (Dana) and Nicole (Mark). Proud grandfather of Luke, Jackson, Alex, Maryn, and Walter. Dear brother of Lynn (Kate) and Scott.

Funeral Details:

• Visitation: Monday, December 16, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Wagg Funeral Home, 216 Queen Street, Port Perry, Ontario.
• Funeral Service: Monday, December 16, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Wagg Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Reverend Elizabeth Cunningham.
• Final Resting Place: Monday, December 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM, Cedar Vale Cemetery, 1605 Regional Road 12, Cannington, Ontario.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.

John Douglas Pilgrim

October 15, 1945 – November 19, 2024

John passed peacefully, after a short battle with cancer, on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry, surrounded by his loving family. John lived a life filled with family, service to his community, and a love for life. Travelling throughout Canada and the U.S. with his wife, the late Janette (née MacDonald), and later with his loving partner Gloria, he always returned home to his roots, building his legacy at the family cottage on Foote Lake.

John’s service to the community included founding his own TV and appliance repair business, serving as a Home Hardware and Home Furniture dealer for 48 years, a Brock Township Volunteer Firefighter for 47 years, a Boy Scout Leader, a Sunderland Lions Club member, a Sunderland Business Association supporter, and a member of both St. Andrew’s United Church in Sunderland and Trinity United Church in Cannington.

John’s family ("Team John") would like to thank the Lakeridge Health Port Perry staff, Oak Ridges Hospice staff, and the doctors for their support and loving care during his brief illness.

John is dearly loved and will be missed by Gloria; George and Carrie; Charlene and Lorne; Kristina and Luke; Kelly and Dave; Dan and Todd; grandchildren Alicia, Brooklyn, Cara, Meghan and Jerry, Ben and Daniel Roman, Ashlyn, Seth, Carson, Quade, Owen, Auston, Devon; great-grandson Cyrus; and his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and many cousins.

Visitation: The family will greet visitors at St. Andrew’s United Church in Sunderland on Saturday, November 30th, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Celebration of Life Service: Sunday, December 1st, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church in Sunderland, with a reception to follow at the Sunderland Legion.
Final Resting Place: A private graveside burial has already taken place at Sunderland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Oak Ridges Hospice or the Port Perry Hospital Foundation.