COULTHARD, Shirley Anne Margaret Coulthard - September 17, 1942 – September 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024, on her 82nd birthday Shirley Anne Margaret Coulthard passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Shirley is survived by her loving and cherished husband, Keith, daughters, Angela and Cathy (David White), and her most cherished grandsons, Matthew, Cooper and Wyatt, her sister Doris Coates, sister-in-law, Doreen McIntosh, and many loved nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Reginald (Reggie) and Bertha McIntosh, and her brother Donald (Don) McIntosh and brother-in-law, Murray Coates.

To honor Shirley’s wishes, there will be a private committal service for immediate family members only. We invite you to celebrate Shirley’s memory privately please in your own ways. We know that she will be with us all in spirit, no doubt wishing to chat about the Blue Jays, or how proud she is of her family, most specifically her grandsons, Matthew, Cooper, and Wyatt.

The family wishes to express extreme gratefulness to Nurse Emily, in the G9 wing at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Emily’s unrelenting kindness, compassion, professionalism, and care was vital for Shirley and the family. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to Lakeridge Health Oshawa for this reason.

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

TURNER, Charlie Turner - 4-Dec-1951 - 15-Sep-2024

Peacefully at Ajax/Pickering Hospital on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at the age of 72. Beloved husband of Carol for 47 years. Cherished father of Kimberly (Jason). Loving grandfather of Antonio, Benjamin, Emery and Olivia. Dear brother of Gail (Ian), Susie, Janice, Walter and David and brother in law of Linda (Gerry).

He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Proud volunteer for 50 years of the Canadian Ski Patrol and retired from the Toronto Catholic District School Board as well as a valued member of the Retired Teachers Association of Ontario, District 28 Durham Region. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Ski Patrol would be appreciated.

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

ALMEIDA, Lorelei Monica Almeida - January 30, 1964 – September 17, 2024

Loving mother of Marco. Best friend of Karen Coppolino (Pineapple) and "step-grandmother" of Anthony Coppolino. Will be sadly missed by her friends and relatives.

Visitation will be at the Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King St. W. Oshawa on Thursday September 26 from noon until time of service in the Chapel at 1:30 pm.

On-line condolences may be left at www.oshawafuneralhome.com 

O'QUINN, Aloysius "Al" O'Quinn - 23-Jun-1940 - 17-Sep-2024

It is with great joy that we remember the life of Aloysius Gordon O’Quinn, or Al, as he was best known. Born in Bruins Brook, Newfoundland on June 23rd 1940, Al was the youngest of 14 siblings. Moving to Toronto in 1958, Al worked at first in construction before venturing into catering, and eventually ran a boutique cafe at Old City Hall in Toronto. His love of story telling and genuine east-coast friendliness made him a natural fit for the work he chose, and many enduring friendships he cultivated along the way, and he will be fondly remembered by all those who knew him. On the morning of September 17th, 2024, in his 84th year, Al passed suddenly of injuries from a fall. He is survived by his loving wife Tillie, children Craig (Cheryl) and Cindy (Chad), was a father figure to John (Carla), Linda (Roger) and Kathy, and grandfather to 16 children.

We’ll miss you, Dad. May you rest in peace.

A Celebration of Life for Al will be held on Monday, September 23, 2024 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Durham Regional Police Association located at 725 Conlin Road, Whitby, ON.  https://www.google.com/search?q=725+Conlin+Road%2C+Whitby%2C+ON&oq=725+Conlin+Road%2C+Whitby%2C+ON&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigAdIBCDEyODFqMGo3qAIHsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

In lieu of flowers, donations in Al’s memory made to Diabetes Canada would be appreciated. https://crm1.diabetes.ca/BBIS_CRMLive/tribute-donation-form-

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JENNINGS, Carla Jennings - September 17th, 2024

On September 17, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, our beloved Carla, age 69, passed away. Carla is survived by her son Jason Hennessy of Edmonton, AB, her daughter Shelley Bain Diamond (Kevin ) of Hamilton, ON, her grandsons Anthony and Will and her partner Rolf Hoermann of Whitby, ON. In Bathurst, NB, her mother Edna Jennings (101), sisters Faye Sutherland, Judy (Scott) George, her brother Dean of Bowmanville, ON and her close friend Darlene Bono of Oshawa, ON. Predeceased by her father Forest and her brother Raymond.

Carla’s many nieces and nephews will miss her greatly.

Carla’s legacy of love and humour lives on in all who knew her. She fought to the very end, never giving up hope. Our deepest thanks to Dr. Jeffrey Rothenstein and Dr. Richard Niglis of the Oncology Department and ALL their staff. Marianna Papleo, Samantha, Lisa and Anne and the nurses in the palliative care unit.

Cremation has taken place. Donations in Carla’s memory may be made to the Lakeridge Health Cancer Centre or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca

“Smile when you think of me and cherished memories will keep you until we meet again.”

McLinton Donald (Chadrick) Nelson – 1981 – 2024

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the McLinton family, Kim & Jim announce the sudden passing of their oldest son Chad on the 11th of September 2024.

Chad was born in Red Deer, Alberta on March 18th, 1981 to Kim (Halliday) and Jack (Cooper).
Chad was a kind and caring gentle soul, who loved his family and adored all animals. He will be missed by his sister Korri and brother Mitchell, his grandmothers Nanny Norma Halliday, Gramma Micki McLinton, Nana Kay Cooper, his grandfather deceased Papa Murray Halliday, Grandpa Ray McLinton and Vic Cooper and by his many aunts, uncles, and cousins from the McLinton, Halliday, Jeyes and Cooper families.

A private family funeral service will be held this week and a Celebration of Life for Chad will be held at a later date. Memorial donations to Team Chelsea- Oshawa & Durham Region would be appreciated.

HOWE, Larry Howe - September 14th, 2024

The family of Larry Brant Howe are gutted to announce his passing on September 14th in Oshawa, his longtime home city, after a long goodbye at the age of 81.

Son of Doris and Don Howe, brother of Rick, loving father to Todd and Brent, grandfather of Aidan Keyser-Howe and Joshua Howe, predeceased by his first wife Louise Patricia Howe (nee Maguire) and loving husband to Yvonne Bastarache-Howe for over 25 years. He will be sadly missed by his extended family including Yvonne’s son and daughter, Richard (Tina) and Lori (Gerry), and their children Kyle, Michael, Keedryn, Sarah, April, and Kiersten.

For those who were not fortunate enough to know Larry closely, he had many interests. For some time, he was an avid RC hobbyist, and could often be seen piloting hand-built radio controlled model boats or airplanes around venues like the RC airfield on the site of Camp X in Whitby, the storied WW2 school for intelligence officers. He was inspired by stories of the heroes of that generation, which included some of his uncles. In later
years, he would produce many oil and acrylic paintings of natural scenes depicting wilderness both imagined and real, often based on a dreamlike interpretation of northern Ontario where he maintained a lakeside cottage, one of many joys he provided for his family.

Music was also central to the life he built, and family gatherings always featured a number of relatives (including his father) kindly providing home-grown country covers and clogging. A General Motors retiree, he worked in the Oshawa factory for his entire career, following in the footsteps of his dad in helping to “moto-vate” Canada, another family tradition. He loved cars and was always interested to know if you were engaging in proper automotive maintenance.

Quiet, stoic, and devoted, Larry lived a good long life and made a difference in our lives with his typical humour and kindness.

Donations to the Michael J. Fox foundation for Parkinson’s Research in his name would be appreciated. Viewing will be at Armstrong’s 124 King Street East, Oshawa from 12 - 2pm, Wednesday September 18th, service will follow at 2pm in the Chapel, with interment at Thornton Cemetery and a reception to follow for which directions will be provided at the service. Thank you for helping to celebrate Larry’s life with us.
Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca

METCALF, Jennifer Lynn Metcalf (Cropper) - September 12th, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Jennifer Lynn Cropper Metcalf, of Oshawa, on September 12^th, 2024 at the age of 51 years.

Jennifer will be remembered always by her husband of 22 years, Lloyd; her twin children:  Dylan and Eden; parents Brian and Judith Cropper; sister Tricia (Robert) Lehecka and nieces Nicole and Brooke; stepmother to Lloyd H (Diana), Marlow and grandmother to Lillian; as well as numerous relatives and friends.

After graduation from Ajax High School, Jennifer attended McMaster University where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree (psychology and sociology) in 1994.  Jennifer continued her studies in later years receiving a diploma in Medical Office Administration from Durham College.

Jennifer’s world revolved around her two children, whom she cherished and supported with boundless love. She was her children's biggest cheerleader, making sure to show up to every sport, academic and artistic event. One of her proudest contributions to the community was her years spent volunteering at their elementary school. She was the most thoughtful mother, effervescently devoting her time to thinking about her children.

Jennifer's compassion extended to all who crossed her path. She contributed generously to local food drives and donation centres, especially during the holiday seasons in committed efforts to support those in need. Throughout her time spent on earth, she provided a loving and happy home for her dogs and cats. She was an avid lover and advocate for animals, and having provided a beautiful home for her rescue dog, she encouraged others to consider adoption as a loving alternative. She was exceptionally nurturing, and treated all children with the very same care and affection she provided her own. Jen had the most beautiful soul and made such an incredible impact on so many people's lives. She will forever be remembered for her genuine, loving personality, contagious laugh, and every-present smile.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

For online condolences, please go to www.armstrongfh.ca

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.  Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

TURNER, Thomas "Tom" James Turner - 10-Sep-1955 - 13-Sep-2024

Thomas "Tom" James Turner passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on September 13, 2024.

Tom was born September 10, 1955 to parents Donald (predeceased) and Sheila (nee Smith) Turner.
He will be remembered by his loving wife Paula and children Courtney, Cody, and Tyler. He is survived by his siblings Alison and Mitch Turner.

Tom's beloved German Sheperd’s, Sadie and Cassidy will miss their dad very much. Tom had many passions in life and many friends who will remember him fondly.

There will be a memorial visitation at Mont Lawn Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20th followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

WALKER, Brian Thomas Walker - 28-Nov-1938 - 12-Sep-2024

Brian Walker, 85, of Ajax, Ontario, passed away on September 12, 2024, peacefully with his family by his side.

Brian was born on November 28, 1938, to James and Mary Walker in Salford, England. He married Brenda Dolan in 1961 and they had a happy marriage for 61 years until Brenda passed away in July, 2023. They emigrated to Canada with their two young daughters, Elaine and Alison, in 1975.

Brian was active in the community and was a long-time member of the Lion’s Club in Ajax where he led many fundraising activities and community events. Brian was a master electrician, who worked at Go Transit overseeing many projects which continue to benefit the public to this day. Brian was successful in all his endeavors, but family always came first for him. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He took the opportunity to retire early and spent much of that time with his five grandchildren, and he continued to be an influential figure in their lives until his death.

Brian is survived and deeply missed by his brother James Walker, his two daughters Elaine Schembri (Mark), Alison Stinson (David), his grandchildren, Elise Swann (Graham), Patrick Schembri, Jennifer Stinson, Connor Stinson and Aidan Clare Stinson, and his great grandson, Max Brian Edward Swann.
Brian’s life will be celebrated in a private service with his immediate family.

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