Patricia Mary (Wilson) Ray

May 25, 1943 ~ April 23, 2025 (age 81)

Patricia Mary Ray (Wilson) of Port Perry, ON, passed away on April 23, 2025, at the age of 81, after a long battle with lung disease. She died peacefully at Lakeridge Health Port Perry with her family by her side.

Pat was the daughter of Gerard Wilson and Mary Parker (Banfield). She was married to Lorne Ray, who predeceased her in 1990. Mourning her passing are her children Kelly Spencer (Mark) of St. Catharines and Jodi Atkinson (Phil) of Port Perry. She was the cherished Nana of Jocelyn (Matt), Thomas, Caitlyn, and William.

Pat will be dearly missed by her brothers and sisters: Gerry Wilson (Maureen), David Parker (Terry), Tina Parker, Joe Parker (Celine), Stephen Parker, and Kathy Parker. She is also fondly remembered by brothers and sisters-in-law: Stewart Lowry (Patti), Billy Lowry (Carol-Ann), Jean Crawford, Ted Donaldson, and Karen Martin (Richard); as well as her many nieces and nephews, and long-time friends.

Patricia was born in Toronto on May 25, 1943; she was a beautiful baby. As a young woman, she moved to Bancroft with Lorne, whom she first met on a beach in Toronto. After having their two daughters, they built their home and settled in the little town of Cardiff. Pat went back to school at age 43 to earn her RPN diploma, fulfilling a lifelong dream. After Lorne's passing, she returned to the Toronto area to be closer to her mother and siblings. In 2005, she moved to Port Perry, where she worked at the Manor and provided in-home care to many families. She loved living in Port Perry, as it reminded her of Bancroft.

The family would like to thank the Lakeridge Health Port Perry team, who treated Pat and her family with care and respect. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life in Port Perry will be announced at a later date. Interment will take place at Zion United Church Cemetery in Hybla.

Frank Rioux

April 21, 1948 – April 15, 2025

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Frank Rioux in his 77th year on April 15, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Frank embraced all that was fun in life and had a very generous spirit.

Frank held many jobs throughout his career, including service at a young age with the RCAF. Most recently, he retired at age 72 from Mississauga Transit, where he loved to share stories, jokes, or simply lend a listening ear to his passengers. After discovering his Irish roots later in life, Frank proudly embraced his heritage and often joked about having "the gift of the gab," attributing it to his ancestry.

Frank loved the outdoors and often spoke fondly of the peaceful times spent at his trailer in Reflections R.V. Park near Utopia. He is survived by his children, Chantelle (Aaron) Hart and Shawn (Joline) Dunlop, and his five grandsons, of whom he was incredibly proud. Frank will be greatly missed by his companion, Rose Cuzzolino, whose care, support, and patience were invaluable during his last year. Frank often said that Rose was his angel.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Princess Margaret Hospital for their expertise and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation in Frank's memory.

Theodore Andrew Brown

December 17, 1927 – April 24, 2025

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Theodore Andrew Brown announce his passing on Thursday, April 24, 2025. With love and care from his family, Ted passed away peacefully at the age of 97.

Ted was a loving husband to the late Helen Brown and a devoted father to Heather (Ivan) Pritchett and the late Earl Brown. He was also a caring father-in-law to Brenda Brown. Ted was a cherished grandad to Tracy Gaudet, Nicole Brown (Alex), Christina (Shaun) Tibando, and Scott (Cassandra) Pritchett, and a proud great-grandad to Alexander, Joshua, Lucy, Ashton, Ryder, and Eloise.

A private family graveside service will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Pickering.

Memorial donations may be made to The Canadian Cancer Society in Theodore’s memory.

Arkadiusz "Eric" Skroczek

October 25, 1958 - April 24, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arkadiusz "Eric" Skroczek, who passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, with his daughter by his side.
Eric was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, remembered for his hard-working spirit, quiet strength, and generous heart.

Born in Poland, Eric and his beloved wife, Grazyna "Grace," immigrated to Canada 39 years ago, building a life rooted in hard work, care, and perseverance.
They served as superintendents of an apartment building for over 33 years, creating a warm and welcoming environment for their tenants.

Eric was predeceased by his wife, Grace, and his parents, Karolina and Stanislaw.
He is survived by his daughter Eliza (Tex), his cherished grandchildren Josh and Zoe, and his loving siblings and extended family in Poland.
He will be remembered as a hero, teacher, and tireless supporter by those closest to him.

A small celebration of life for both Arkadiusz and Grazyna will be held at a later date.
The family would like to thank the nurses, doctors, personal support workers, and friends who provided exceptional care and kindness during Eric’s final months.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Eric’s name may be made to Meals on Wheels, an organization that supported him with compassion and care during his last chapter.

My father will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Stephen Carl Maguire

February 9, 1951 ~ April 20, 2025 (age 74)

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Stephen (Steve) Carl Maguire, who passed away surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Steve was predeceased by his loving parents, Carl and Florence, as well as his older sister Joyce and brother James (Jim).

Steve was a devoted husband, father, and "Grampy," married for 50 beautiful years to his beloved wife Doreen (née Porteous). He leaves behind his cherished children Jessica (Jeremy West), Jeremy, and Jared (Michelle), and his adored grandchildren Bethany, Abigail, and Daxton.
His faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses remained a strong and guiding force throughout his life.

Steve enjoyed a fulfilling career as a transportation supervisor at Canada Post, working there until his retirement. He was known for his love of home renovation projects, classic cars, good music, and relaxing on the back deck. Steve's warmth, love of animals, people, and good conversation brought joy to everyone who knew him.

Visitation will take place at Low & Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, on Friday, May 9th, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A memorial service to honour Steve’s life will be held on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1950 Wilson Rd N, Oshawa. All are welcome to attend.

The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to the staff at Fairview Lodge for their exceptional care and compassion, and to the Alzheimer’s Society of Durham for their invaluable support. Steve’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and he will be deeply missed.

Hazel Jones

05-Aug-1925 - 25-Apr-2025

In Loving Memory of Hazel Jones, who passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, at the age of 99. Hazel lived a long and fulfilling life surrounded by family, friends, and countless cherished memories.

Hazel will be fondly remembered for her strength, compassion, and unwavering love for those around her. She touched many lives with her kindness and generosity and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A private family service will be held to celebrate Hazel's remarkable life. The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude for the support and condolences received during this difficult time.