GREENTREE, Betty Doreen Greentree

February 12, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and G.G., Betty Doreen Greentree (nee Hoskin), on February 12, 2025.

Betty passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa surrounded by her loving family. Betty is survived by her two sons Bradley Greentree (Anne), and Jason Greentree (Geana), her grandchildren, Whitney Corcoran (Brian), Janson Greentree (Devon), and Shea Greentree. She was also blessed with three great grandsons the three “L’s” Logan, Levi, and Leo Corcoran.

Betty leaves behind two brothers Jack Hoskin (Carol), and Joe Hoskin (Lois), and sisters-in-law Linda Hoskin, and Mary Hoskin, and brothers-in-law Neil Greentree, and Brian Smith.
She was pre-deceased by her parents Howard Wesley Hoskin and Florence Jean Hoskin (nee Love) as well as her siblings: Gordon Hoskin, Ken Hoskin, Anna Marie Greentree, Shirley Mason, Gary Hoskin, Donna Smith and Joanne Harper.

Betty married the love of her life, Douglas Greentree and together they raised their family for 32 years until his death in 1993.

In 1999, Betty married Charlie (Cecil) Durno, her special friend and companion with whom she spent many happy years until his death in 2021.

Betty will also be reunited in Heaven with her cherished friend and beloved granddaughter Olyvia Greentree.

Betty was born in and lived in Oshawa her entire life until she moved to Whitecliffe Retirement Home (in Courtice) in 2023.

To put Betty’s life message into a few words is difficult as she extended herself in so many ways. She was a pillar in the community with her friendly face and willingness to lend a helping hand. Betty was a charter member of Harmony United Church in Oshawa and could be found there often to oversee outreach projects, board meetings, renovations, and to worship with the congregation.

Betty’s family felt her love through the time she generously spent attending the activities she knew meant the most to them.

From her parents, spouses, children, grandchildren, siblings, friends, to countless others, Betty put her whole heart into caring for them in every way she could with the utmost consideration and genuine spirit.

During the hard times she was there to nurture those who needed it and to be a pillar of strength. Her own struggles were met quietly with grace and dignity.

She took time for herself to curl, play golf, or spend quality time with friends and family at the cottage on Crowe Lake.

Betty especially enjoyed family games or card nights at the cottage. Her favourite part about it was being together, usually winning the game, and the bowls of treats she never let go empty.
She might not have known it, but our favourite parts were her witty sense of humour and hearing her laugh.

Betty will be missed and forever remembered by her many nieces, nephews, friends and her exercise and bingo buddies at Whitecliffe.

Thank you to Pam, her PSW at Whitecliffe, the Physio team Gabi, Goms and Paviesha and the caring health team at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Words cannot express how much we appreciated the TLC you gave our dearly cherished mother.

A Celebration of Betty’s Life will be held on Wednesday February 26, 2025, at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, 905-579-6787) with visitation at 9:30am, until time of service at 11:30am, with inurnment to follow.

In Lieu of flowers we ask you to donate to her favourite charity, The Covenant House or Parkinsons Foundation of Canada.

SMITH, Huguette "Mary" Yvonne Smith

September 18, 1932 - December 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Mary, who passed away peacefully at the age of 87 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on November 6, 1937, Mary lived a life filled with love, strength, and devotion to her family. Mother of five children, one of whom, Kathleen (Kathie) preceded her in death. Her children Chris (Jeff), Doug (Mariane), Jim, and Diane—were the centre of her world, and she was a steadfast presence in their lives.

As a grandmother and great-grandmother, she was the heart of the family. She was Nanny to 16 grandchildren: Kristen, Alyssa (Billy), Jessica, MacKenzie (Steph), Dallyn (Kelly), Grant, Abbey (Quinn), Ethan, Aydan, Maddie (Ricky), Amelie, Sam, Nikki (Patrick), Luke, Connor (Merrin), and Jo. Her love also extended to her 8 great-grandchildren: Logan, Wyatt, Isla, Ewan, Ruby, Terrance, Autumn, and Damian. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and unconditional love. Mary was incredibly proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved attending and supporting them in all their activities, always there with a cheering smile and a heart full of encouragement.

Her unwavering support for her family and her boundless love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren will be remembered by all who knew her. She made sure each family member felt cherished, always offering her guidance, wisdom, and care.

Though her physical presence will be greatly missed, her spirit will live on in the memories of those who loved her. A memorial service to honor her life will be held on Thursday January 9, 2025, at THORNTON CEMETERY AND FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, 905-579-6787) with visitation from 1 pm until service time at 2 pm with burial to follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Canadian Cancer Society in her memory.

She is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a multitude of extended family and friends whose lives she touched with her kindness, generosity, and love. She will be forever missed, but never forgotten.

Junior Layne

December 13, 1959 - December 17, 2024

It is with deep sadness to share that Junior Layne passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday December 17, 2024, at the age of 65. Predeceased by his parents, Mark Wallace and Irene Layne. Junior will be lovingly remembered as the husband of Maria Patrick-Layne. Father of Abiola, Christon, Jevon, Jadon, and Siobhan. Brother of Cora Ann, Olive, Anita, Roy, Lindwald, Anderson, Arlene, Shirlene, Trevene, and predeceased by Fitzgerald, Ingrid, and Adriene. Grandfather of Adeleke. Uncle of Marlon, Fitzgerald (Jr.), Shelly Ann, Victoria, Sherry Ann, Keisha, T’ Jai, Crystyn, Joanne, Jonathan, Akil, Alecquay, Trevon, Tremell, Daevia, and many others. Nephew of Micheal, Horace, Dawn and predeceased by Jean. Son-in-law of Lucille Patrick and predeceased by George Patrick. Father-in-law of Jorge Escalera and Cara Layne. Brother-in-law of Clover, Roseanna, Patricia, Lisa, Pamela, Wendy. Relative of The Francios, Francis, Chang Fong, Stewart, Petch, Grant, Wells, Pope, Hinds, Wallace and Paterson families. Junior will be greatly missed by Tony, Adrian, Mikey, Stephanie, Jill, Rae & Wint, Nester, Abena, and the Huggins family.

Visitation will be held on Friday January 3, 2025, at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, 905-579-6787) from 2pm – 4pm & 6pm – 8pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday January 4, 2025, with visitation from 10am until service time at 11am. Burial to follow.

GEE, Barbara Ann Gee

11-Sept-1933 to 23 December 2024.

In loving memory

Barbara Ann Gee (affectionately knows as Babs and Bubbles) passed away peacefully after a long illness on December 23, 2024 in her 91^st year.

Born in Toronto, Ontario to Albert and Edith Phillips.  Predeceased by her husband Morrison Gee.  Mother to Shirley-Ann, Debbie (Albert) and Laurie (Dave).  Grandmother to Matthew (Sarah) and Chad (Toreigh) and great grandmother to Blake, Grace, Jake and Joelle.

Barbara was a professional Ballerina and performed at the Toronto Exhibition.   She was the neighbourhood mom to many children and this love was what brought her to a long career at the Toronto District School Board of Education.   Barbara started the North York Secretaries association where she also held a position as the President.

Her smile and humour will be missed by all who loved her.

A celebration of life will be held in the Spring. Funeral arrangements entrusted to THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, 905-579-6787).