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ABRAMOWITZ, David Samuel - Peacefully, in his 88th year, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.
Dear uncle to Rob (Natasha), Peter (Jill) and Sarah (Pete); and brother-in-law to Sue.
Predeceased by his beloved partner, Brian Kirby; parents, Albert and Lily; and brothers, Julian (Jane) and Arnold.
The family wishes to extend their deep appreciation to the staff and PSWs at Amica Thornhill who took such good care of David in his final years.
David will be remembered for his fierce dedication to social justice, his dream of world peace, and his dulcet tones.
A Celebration of Life is planned for a later date in spring.
Donations in tribute can be made to the Morris Winchevsky School.
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CHALLACOMBE, Barbara Marie - Passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, in her 102nd year, at St. Luke's Place in Cambridge, Ontario.
Dear wife of Roy Challacombe.
Beloved mother of Peter Douglas, Shari Pus (Mark) and Mary Douglas Hunt (Cliff).
Dear grandmother of Danielle McKinney (James), Jacqueline Skeldon (Sean), Brittany MacLean (Cord), Lane Unger (Jeff) and Danya Douglas Hunt.
Great-grandmother of Tom and Ali McKinney, Violet and Evelyn Skeldon, and Avery and Colton MacLean. She grew up in Toronto and lived most of her life there.
In earlier times, summers were spent enjoying cottage life in Muskoka with her mother, Aura, and her sister, Beverly.
Winter months were enjoyed with Roy in Sarasota, Florida. Mum was a devoted Christian who thankfully passed on her beliefs to her family. We will miss her every day. Cremation has taken place and there will be no service.
Arrangements entrusted to Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel (519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com).
Donations can be made to a charity of your choice in Barbara's memory.
A tree will be planted in memory of Barbara M. Challacombe in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
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MacKINNON, Margo (nee WESTHEAD) -
1942 -2024
(Margaret) Margo MacKinnon died peacefully, at home in Pickering on January 30th, attended by her family.
Beloved wife of the late Elroy; cherished mother of Jennifer (Chris) and Kenzia (Bret); and loving grandmother to Callum and Talia.
Margo was born and grew up in Toronto, attending Western Technical Commerical School and Ryerson University. Margo was always willing to help and interested in the people and world around her.
She was an active member of Heritage United Church and a dedicated IODE member.
She will be missed by her family and many friends, who visited and sent loving messages in her final days.
A Celebration of Margo's Life will be held in Spring 2024.
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JOHNSTON, Gloria Diane Johnston - Peacefully, on Monday, January 30, 2024 at the Lakeridge Health Port Perry, at age 63.
Gloria Johnston, beloved wife of Greg of Nestleton.
Gloria was born in Bowmanville to Carl and Annie Ferguson.
The youngest of 9 children, she was raised in Enneskillen. She married Greg in July 1990.
They shared many dogs and cats over the years. Gloria loved her furry family.
And they loved her. We will miss you greatly. Lots of great times.
Til we meet again. Love.
If desired, memorial donations may be made through the Wagg Funeral Home, Port Perry, to a charity of your choice.
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DUBE, Margaret J. Dube -
1937 – 2024
Margaret (nee Farnsworth) passed away peacefully in Brampton on January 30.
Predeceased by her parents; and husband, Robert. After Robert's death in 2020, Margaret moved from Cornwall to a long term care facility in Brampton.
Survived by her brother, Donald; niece, Susan (Byron); nephew, Michael (Katie); granddaughters, Isabel and Harper; and grandsons, Diego, Nicolas and Ethan.
Margaret was born in Cornwall and grew up in Sturgeon Falls. She attended B.S.S (class of 1955), U of T and graduated in nursing from Kingston General Hospital.
In Cornwall she worked as a nurse at The Cornwall Community Hospital, was an active curler, member of the University Women's Club, St John's Presbyterian Church, bridge enthusiast and volunteered with Meals on Wheels.
With husband Bob they travelled to Europe, the Caribbean and spent many winters in Florida.
Marg was a warm, kindhearted friend, aunt, sister, sister-in-law who will be missed.
Thank you to the caring staff at the Village at Sandalwood Park and the Palliative Care Unit at Brampton Civic Hospital.
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MCKENNA, Frederica “Freda” - Peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, in her 92nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Roland (2000).
Cherished Mom of Tim McKenna (Linda), Mark McKenna (Elaine), Jill Foley (Mike), and Mary-Ellen McKenna (Dave).
Loving grandmother of Kerry (Kathy), Patrick (Shiv), Ryan (Steph), Sean (Meg), Kathleen (Eric), Jarrett (Britt), Kendra, and Carly and great-grandmother of Hannah, Colin, Sienna, Cameron, Haylie, Lennon, and Harper.
Dear sister of Gertie (the late Mike), Hermien (Frans), and sister-in-law of Cheri.
Predeceased by her siblings Tony (Teresa), Mieke, and Joe. Freda will be sadly missed by Liesje, many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Special thanks to the staff of Bloom Retirement for their loving care. Heartfelt gratitude to her dear friend Marsha. Freda was born in Raalte, Holland to Frits & Mary Noordman.
They lived through WWII in Holland and immigrated to Canada in 1950.
After moving to Oshawa, Freda worked at the grocery store owned by her future husband, Rolly.
They raised their family in Oshawa and were engaged parishioners of St. Gregory’s Catholic Church where Freda was a member of the Catholic Women’s League for decades.
Freda enjoyed spending her time tending to her beautiful gardens, arranging silk flowers, and reading.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Therese Roman Catholic Church (3800 Courtice Rd. North, Courtice).
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, a charitable organization Freda and Rolly actively supported for a great many years.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
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D'ELIA, Constantino Paolo Nicola - God called Costantino Paolo Nicola D'Elia peacefully, in his sleep on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at the age of 52, after bravely battling bile duct and liver cancer.
Coz, an accomplished interior designer, was known for his love for horses and unwavering loyalty to his friends and family.
Despite facing immense challenges with this rare disease, Coz remained resilient and maintained his optimism throughout his journey.
He inspired countless others with his courage and grace.
Costantino's legacy will continue to live on through his cherished memories, the lives he touched, and the indelible mark his projects left on this world.
Cherished by his partner, Adam Bovaird; his parents, Nicola and Teresa D'Elia; his siblings, Rosa (Paul), Paola, Paolo (Lesli), Nicola (Maria) and Filippo. Proud uncle to Jessica, John-Paul, Laura, Anna, Nicholas, Charlie, Paolo, Emily, Michael, and Nicole.
His in-laws, Robert and Carol Bovaird; sister-in-law, Kim (Trevor); Tanner, Taylor, and Ty Thomspon. His horse, Major and puppy, Margo.
He will be held dear in the hearts of his family, relatives in Canada, USA and Italy and many friends all over the world.
The 1 Month Mass will be held at: Sacred Heart Church, 14485 Jane St., King City, ON L7B 1A3, Friday, March 1, 2024, at 7 p.m.
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GALLANT, Joseph Jacques Alexis (Jim) Gallant -
SEPTEMBER 14, 1931 – JANUARY 30, 2024
Retired from PPG-Duplate with over 30 years service.
Was an Usher for many years at St Philip the Apostle Church in Oshawa.
Peacefully on Tuesday January 30, 2024 at The Village of Taunton Mills in Whitby, ON at the age of 92, husband of the late Maria Gallant (Belliveau) and Stella Gallant (Fougere).
Jim was born and raised in Atholville, NB., and moved to Oshawa, ON., as a young man in the mid 1950's.
He was loved and will be missed dearly by all his family and friends.
Loving father of Monique Frappier (Rene), Michelle Goleski (Steve), Muriel Camp (Rod), and Melissa Schofield (Colin). Grandfather to Mathieu Frappier (Christie), Michel Frappier (Paige), Chantal Jadwidzic (Tomasz), Stephen Goleski, Stephanie Davies (Curtis), Shawna Reeve (James), Alisha Camp and Nick Camp. Great Grandfather to Tessa and Bryson (Frappier), Lukasz, Maya, and Sofia (Jadwidzic) Cole and Charles (Davies).
He is survived by his loving sister Lynn Jordan (late William) and many nieces, nephews and the extended Fougere family.
He is predeceased in death by his parents Angeline Gallant and Joseph Gallant, sisters Yvonne Duguay (late James), Leona Cameron (late Lloyd), Sister Lorraine Gallant, Emma Malo (late Albert), and brothers Edmond, William (late Rita), Leonard (late Marie-Louise), Hector (Germaine) and Lucien.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Saturday February 3 from 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Philip the Apostle Roman Catholic Parish, 1314 Oxford Street, Oshawa on Saturday February 3 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations in honour of Jim to be made to Saint Vincent de Paul.
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DONALDSON, Bill -
1944 - 2024
On January 30, 2024, surrounded by loved ones, William "Bill" Donaldson gently passed on.
Bill was many things to many people: a loving and devoted partner of almost 55 years to his wife, Sue; adored dad and grandpa to his kids, Leanne (Roger), Mike (Karni) and Andrea (Rob); and grandchildren, Avery, Graydon, Camryn, Gavin and Theo.
He was a cherished big brother to Linda Scheven and Jane Lingerfelt; and uncle to Jeff (Natalie), Jennifer (Mark), Michelle (Greg), Meredith (Reg), Ethan, Emily and Melissa.
Bill was a treasured relative to his enormous extended family, as well as a beloved colleague, mentor and friend. Born in Lafleche, Saskatchewan, while his father was away at war, he grew up in Port Credit, Ontario.
He was the first in his family to attend university, earning his Bachelor and Law Degree at the University of Western Ontario.
He spent the first 30 years of his career in corporate law as counsel for General Foods and Xerox Canada, and once he retired, he found his true calling in his position as Alt Chair with the Ministry of Health, Ontario Review Board, where he worked for almost twenty years.
Bill had a beautiful life full of meaningful relationships, wellness, self-reflection, great times and service to others, which was all enriched by his spirituality, his love of culture, finance, gardening and his voracious reading. Bill was a vibrant optimist who improved the world for many. He will be warmly missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 3rd from 1 - 4 p.m. at The Miller Tavern, 3885 Yonge Street, Toronto. Tributes for Bill will take place at 1:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Covenant House.
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MATTHEWS, Beverley - On Tuesday, January 30, 2024.
Beverley Matthews, beloved wife of Jonathan. Loving mother and mother-in- law of Adam Matthews, Ruth Matthews and Ronen Dror, and Aaron Matthews.
Dear sister and sister-in-law of Felicity and Hal Green, and Chira and Mordechai Dorfman.
Devoted grandmother of Lily.
At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel for service on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Located at 2401 Steeles Avenue West. Interment to follow.
Memorial donations may be made to Kayla's Children Centre: (905) 738-5542 (www.kaylaschildrencentre.o rg).
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