SHANMUGANATHAN, Nagalingam

Monday, September 20th, 1937 - Tuesday, October 1st, 2024

Nagalingam Shanmuganathan passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Born on September 20, 1937, Nagalingam was a beloved individual whose memory will be cherished by family and friends.

Visitation Details:
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre, Suite A & B, located at 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario L1S 2E3.

Funeral Service:
The funeral service will take place on Sunday, October 6th, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at the same location: Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre, Suite A & B.

SHANMUGANATHAN, Rasammah

Monday, March 15th, 1943 - Tuesday, October 1st, 2024

Rasammah Shanmuganathan passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was born on March 15, 1943, and leaves behind family and friends who cherish her memory.

Visitation Details:
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 6th, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre, Suite A & B, located at 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario L1S 2E3. A live stream of the visitation is available.

Funeral Service:
Funeral services will take place on Monday, October 7th, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at the same location: Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre, Suite A & B.

RAJATHURAI, Packiam

Monday, December 11th, 1933 - Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

Packiam Rajathurai passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Born on December 11, 1933, Packiam's life was cherished by family and friends.

Visitation Details:
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 6th, 2024, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre, Suite A & B, located at 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario L1S 2E3. A live stream of the visitation is available.

Funeral Service:
Traditional services will take place on Monday, October 7th, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the same location: Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre, Suite A & B.

MATIAS, Teresa (Raposo) Matias

April 1927 - September 2024

Teresa (Raposo) Matias passed away at the Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the age of 97. Teresa was predeceased by her beloved husband, Silvino, and was the treasured mother of Eduard (and his wife Chris), Maria (and her husband Bob Bawcutt), and Walter (and his wife Tessie). She was a much-loved grandmother to Daniel (Lori), Paul (Jaime), Lisa (Kory), Michael, Vanessa (Ken), and David, as well as a proud great-grandmother of eight.

Visitation Details:
Friends and family will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax, on Sunday, October 6th, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Funeral Service:
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, 21 Bayly St. E., Ajax, on Monday, October 7th at 11 a.m.

Donation Details:
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ajax Pickering Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

SINGLETON, Mary Marie Mackey Singleton - October 3rd, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Marie Mackey Singleton in her 97th year. Born on June 17, 1927, Mary passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024, surrounded by her family at Centenary Hospital in Scarborough, Ontario. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Aunt, Sister, Cousin, and Friend.

Mary is survived by her 9 children: Dorothy, Glen, Ronald, Marcella, Ricky, Robert, Terry, and Pamela, as well as 25 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her first husband, William John Singleton, her second husband, William John Barrett, her son Wayne Singleton, her grandson Tony McCarthy, and her brothers and sisters.

Mary spent her early life in Tilton, Newfoundland, and moved to Scarborough, Ontario, in 1985 with her daughter Pamela. She was known for her kindness, warmth, and the love she gave to all who knew her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

Marlene Frances Kirk passed away on September 14, 2024 at the age of 79 surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Marlene is survived by her husband of 59 years, Walter. She will be dearly missed by her son Rob, her daughters Teresa (Brent) and Patricia (Brian), her grandchildren Amber (Tom), Claire, Lauren, Benjamin and Oliver and her great grandson Oliver.

Marlene was born January 26, 1945 to the late Jack and Kathleen McAdam. She was the eldest of 4 children and is survived by her siblings Jackie (Don), Brian (Helga) and John (Maria).

Marlene was born and raised in Oshawa, Ontario. She dedicated many years to being a stay-at-home mom and could be counted on to volunteer her time in the school, at St.Gertrude’s Church and within the community. She did everything with passion and with the goal of perfection. She later returned to work outside of the home and spent many years bringing that same level of commitment and precision to her role as a receptionist in law offices.

Following her retirement, Marlene eagerly took on the role of grandma. She adored the time she spent with all of her grandchildren. She often said that her grandchildren are like her heart walking around the Earth. When she wasn’t spoiling her grandchildren, Marlene and Walt spent many years traveling around Europe and Alaska.

Her family said their final farewells at a private service at St. Gertrude’s Church on September 20, 2024. She will be laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation be made in her memory.

"She made broken look beautiful and strong look invincible. She walked with the universe on her shoulders and made it look like a pair of wings."

Join us at Courtice Funeral Chapel.

—Ariana Dancu

BEST,  Larry  Earl Best 

-  passed away suddenly in his 77th year, surrounded by his family, in one of his favourite places, on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
Loving husband to Sue for 56 years; dear Dad to Jason (Leslie), Sean (Natalie), Ryan (Sarah).
Dear Dusty to Tristan, River, Jane, Alice, Piper and Naomi.

Cherished brother to Dolores (Dennis) and Gerry (Kelly). Dear brother-in-law to Karen and Bev (Dan).

Loving uncle to Paul, Janet, Shannon, Samantha, Dallas, Mackenzie, Shade, Tom, Tim, Taylor and Tyson.

Kodak Canada employee for almost 40 years, Hockey coach, Scout leader, "Sauble Beach lifeguard" and a friend to so many.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 31st, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Carl's Catering the Glen (the old Rotary Club), 1857 Queen Street W., Brampton L6Y 0B6.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in memory of Larry, to your favourite charity.

COOPER, Sidney (Sid) Harold -
August 22, 1945 – August 16, 2024

With sadness we announce the passing of Sid Cooper, six days before his 79th birthday.

As he wished, he died at home, sleeping away peacefully, after many years of living with end stage kidney disease.

Loving husband for 53 years of Cathy (nee Chandler). Proud and loving father of Andrew (Terri), of Brampton ON, and Matthew (Robyn) of Sechelt BC. Beloved Pops of his adored grandgirls, Leah and Ella.

Devoted brother of Ted (Donna), Oakville ON; and Barbara (David) Vollick, Burlington ON. Caring brother-in-law of Charlotte Cooper, Oakville ON, and Christine Cooper, Burlington ON. Loved brother-in-law of the Chandler family. Special Uncle to his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Predeceased by his parents, Cliff and Ruth (nee Mathias) Cooper; and his older brothers, Bob and Neil Cooper. Long time employee of Bell Canada, GTA, and upon retirement, The Canadian Tire Store, Clarkson Crossing, Mississauga.

A man of deep faith; Sid loved life, family, friendships, adventures, traveling, camping, and relating stories. In lieu of flowers, contributions to a charity of your choice are appreciated.

A Memorial Service will be held, Saturday, September 7th, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Thomas 'a Becket Anglican Church, 3535 South Common Crt., Mississauga. Visitation one hour prior to service, reception to follow

BARR, Donald Alvin Barr - Meds University of Toronto 1953 Passed away peacefully, at Hospice Georgian Triangle – Campbell House, Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in his 95th year.

Don met Elizabeth in Medical school at University of Toronto, and they were married 50 years before she passed.

Don embraced family: children, Janice (predeceased), Ian and Annabelle, Joan, Carol, Larry and Kathlene, Laura and Jeff; grandchildren, Beth and Clayton, James, Mary, Rhiannon and Peter, Jason, Clare, Tighe; great-grandchildren, Joseph, Sammy; nieces/nephews, Heather, James, Darcy, Shep; younger brother, George (predeceased) and wife, Penny.

Don served in the Navy part time and rose to the rank of Surgeon Lieutenant, moved from private medical practice to Director of the Ryerson Medical clinic where he wore many hats, including team doctor, Chairman of Health Science, Dean of Community Services, and on the Board of Governors, as well as many advisory committees over his 24+ year career.

Post retirement, he continued to serve underserviced areas as fill in doctor.

His love of Church (St. George's and Trinity), stamps, crosswords and bridge, filled his available time when not travelling the world.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Doctors Donald and Elizabeth Barr Bursary at Ryerson University (now TMU) through the tribute page.