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Cora LeBlond

Saturday, November 30th, 2024

Peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the age of 86, in her home.

Predeceased by her husband Guy and her son Guy Jr. Loving mother of Danny and Lisa, grandmother of Ron and Krystle-Leigh, and cherished great-grandmother. Dear sister of Yvonnisse and Eva.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

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Joan Manuel

1947 - November 28, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Manuel on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 77. Joan was predeceased by her partner Don, her parents Albert and Myrtle Rees, and her brother Dave Rees.

Joan leaves to mourn her children Craig (Yolima), Rob (Tiff), and Lisa (Kevin), as well as her beloved grandchildren Shane (Daisy), Scott, Kristy (Kyle), Kyle (Victoria), Cory, Chelsea (Jake), Travis (Natacha), and Cooper. She was a proud great-grandmother to Owen, Penny, Peighton, and Bryce. Joan will also be dearly missed by her siblings Eunice (Lief), Barb (Russ), Carolyn (Bill), and her extended family and friends.

In accordance with Joan’s wishes, she will be cremated, and no service will be held. Joan will be deeply missed and forever loved by all who knew her.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Aftercare Funeral Home.

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Charlie Ash

1938 - 2024

Peacefully, on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Uxbridge Hospital, at the age of 86. Charlie Ash of Port Perry, beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Wade) (2012). Dear father of Kevin (Gerry) and Shelley (Dean). Proud grandfather of Dathon, Kamin, Jared, and Kylie, and great-grandfather of Lyanna.

A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Reachview Village for their compassionate care.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Wagg Funeral Home, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel,” 216 Queen Street in Port Perry. Interment will take place at Groveside Cemetery, Brooklin.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com.

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Charles Ash

1938 - 2024

Peacefully, on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at the Uxbridge Hospital, at age 86. Charlie Ash of Port Perry, beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Wade) (2012). Dear father of Kevin (Gerry) and Shelley (Dean). Proud grandfather of Dathon, Kamin, Jared, and Kylie and great-grandfather of Lyanna.

A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Reachview Village for their compassionate care.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, located at 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985‑2171). Interment Groveside Cemetery, Brooklin.

Memories and condolences may be shared at Wagg Funeral Home.

Final Resting Place:
Groveside Cemetery
5155 Baldwin Street South, Brooklin, Ontario, Canada

Daniela Maria Plastina (Keenan) Ballantyne

April 7, 1976 - November 29, 2024

BALLANTYNE, Daniela Maria Plastina (née KEENAN) of Port Perry, Ontario, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends on November 29th, after a long and difficult journey following her cancer reoccurrence earlier this year. Daniela was 48. She is survived by her husband Scott, her three beautiful children Alexandra, Daniel, and Olivia, her father Daniel Keenan, her stepmother Valerie Keenan, and her dearest siblings Gabriela and Michael along with their partners Martin Kepa and Yu (Tia) Tian.

Daniela was born on April 7, 1976, to Daniel and Denise Keenan. She lived throughout the Greater Toronto Area, spending her formative years in Aurora, Ontario, where she attended Cardinal Carter Catholic High School. Daniela went on to study Criminal Psychology at the University of Toronto. Upon graduation, she worked for several companies before achieving her dream job as an Intelligence Analyst with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, where she was deeply respected and loved by her colleagues.

Daniela met her husband Scott during her university studies, and they married on June 7, 2003, at Oakview Terrace after what she lovingly described as a rather “extended” courtship period. They initially lived in Newmarket for 10 years, where they welcomed their children, created cherished memories, and built lifelong friendships. In 2015, they moved to a quiet rural property between Port Perry and Uxbridge, where Daniela embraced rural living and built a loving home with Scott, raising their magnificent children.

Daniela had many loves, but her greatest joy was the quiet moments spent with her family—watching movies with her children or sitting peacefully on the back porch holding hands with Scott to the sound of birds. Her strength and determination were inspiring, especially during her seven-year battle with cancer. Even as the illness returned in late 2023, she showed unwavering courage and devotion to her family, surpassing every expectation with grace.

Daniela had a warm, beautiful smile, and an infectious laugh. She was beloved by all who met her and will be deeply missed. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Mount Sinai Hospital (Sinai Fund - Highest Priority Needs) in her memory would be greatly appreciated by the family. They also extend heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and doctors in the Emergency Unit, Intensive Care Unit, and 12th floor South Wing who supported Daniela during her final weeks.

Services:
Visitation: Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Low & Low Funeral Home - Uxbridge Chapel, 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge, ON L9P1M8.
Funeral Mass: Friday, December 6, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 70 Toronto Street North, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1C7.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Low & Low Funeral Home.

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M.F. Ruth (Olver) King

October 16, 1942 - November 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts, and great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth in her 82nd year, who peacefully went to her heavenly home in her sleep, with her family by her side at Oak Ridges Hospice. Beloved wife of late husband Winston for 58 years. Predeceased by her parents Vernon and Althea Olver, brother Carl Olver, and daughter-in-law Brenda King. Loving mother to Shirley Bushby (Mel), David (Janet), Cathy (Mark Chase), Danny, and Dwayne (Kathy). Nana to 31 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Also lovingly remembered by her brothers, sisters, and many nieces and nephews.

Her passion for both gardening and quilting wasn’t just a hobby but a way of creating and sharing beauty, one bloom and one stitch at a time. Though she is no longer with us, her legacy lives on in the gardens she nurtured, the quilts she crafted, and the love she gave so freely. Thank you to the doctors, nurses, and supporting staff at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital and Oak Ridges Hospice.

Visitation will take place at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street S., on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. A service will take place at the Uxbridge Baptist Church, 231 Brock Street W., Uxbridge, on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. Following the service, Ruth will be laid to rest at the Uxbridge Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Baptist Church.

Donations in memory of Ruth may be made to the Oak Ridges Hospice, Uxbridge Hospital Foundation, or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Low & Low Funeral Home.

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Hugo Wall

March 25, 1935 - April 13, 2017

Surrounded by the family he loved, Hugo Wall left this Earth on April 13, 2017. He leaves behind countless cherished memories and is dearly missed by his wife of 53 years, Monika Wall. Hugo is forever in the hearts of his children, Enoch Wall of Northern California, and Esther Wall of Ontario, Canada.

Hugo was predeceased by his parents, Lilli Zweygardt and Waldemar Wall, and followed in death by his dear brother, Egon Wall of Germany, in 2018.

Born in 1935 in a small German-speaking farming community near the Black Sea in Ukraine, Hugo experienced a life shaped by resilience and faith. As World War II ended, Hugo’s family, like many others, fled the area with little more than horses and buggies, leaving behind their prosperous farm. During their journey, tragedy struck, and Hugo and Egon lost their father. The family eventually resettled in southern Germany, where their ancestors had originated generations earlier.

Despite the hardships of displacement and limited resources, Hugo became a successful electrical apprentice and secured a stable job. In 1964, he married Monika, and together they pursued dreams of adventure and a new life. Their journey brought them across the Atlantic, where they lived in upstate New York and Ontario before settling in Kitchener. There, they raised their children before moving to Port Elgin to enjoy retirement on the shores of Lake Huron, where Hugo found joy in water skiing, fishing, and boating. In his later years, he built a quiet life in the Greater Toronto Area, in a house he constructed himself, savoring long walks, music, and books.

Hugo’s deep faith guided him throughout his life, instilling strength and optimism. He was a steadfast provider, offering spiritual and financial support to family and friends. Hugo embodied the spirit of the immigrant who worked tirelessly to create a better life, leaving a legacy of love, perseverance, and faith.

Hugo will be dearly missed, but we find comfort in knowing his faith has led him home. A private graveside service was held on Easter weekend, 2017, honoring his life and the profound impact he made on those around him.

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Norman George Yorston

March 3, 1934 - November 29, 2024

Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, November 29, 2024, in his 91st year, Norman George Yorston entered eternal rest. Norman was the beloved husband of the late Gloria (née Hoxford) for 58 wonderful years. A devoted father to Vincent (Debi), Janet, Joanne (Greg), and Steve (Amanda), Norman cherished his role as a family patriarch.

Proud Grandpa to Erica (Dave), Kyle (Melissa), Chelsea (John-Damian), Robert, Demi (Artur), Alex, and Sarina; and Great Grandpa to William, James, Samantha, Halle, Giulia, and Marcus. Norman will be lovingly remembered by the Hoxford Family, his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Visitation will take place at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Monday, December 9, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow the service in the funeral home's lounge.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated in Norman's memory.

"Goodbye My Family
Goodbye my family, my life is past.
I loved you all to the very last.
Weep not for me, but courage take,
Love each other, for my sake.
For those you love don’t go away.
They walk beside you every day."

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.

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Doctor Stanley Mankiewicz

November 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doctor Stanley Mankiewicz, who left this world peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the age of 92. Stanley was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering kindness.

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Stanley was the eldest child of Karol and Pearl Mankiewicz. He graduated from Gordon Bell High School and earned his medical degree from the University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine in 1956. He completed internships at Colonel Belcher Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, and at the Chatham, New Brunswick military base, specializing in urology at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. He joined the Oshawa Clinic Group in 1961 and practiced as a urological surgeon at Oshawa General Hospital (now Lakeridge Health Oshawa) for 45 years, leaving a lasting impact on his colleagues and community.

Stanley had a lifelong passion for airplanes, model building, history, and learning. His inquisitive mind and vast knowledge were treasured by all who knew him, and his genuine interest in people touched countless lives.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marilyn; his children, David (Rachel), Mark (Matthew), and Tim (Jamie); his grandchildren, Steven (Zoe), Christopher, Elle, and Jack; his brother, Victor (Margaret); his brother-in-law, Richard (Elaine); his nephew, Carl (Jen); and his nieces, Carolyn (Geoff) and Jessie (Carl). He is predeceased by his parents Karol and Pearl and his in-laws Wendell and Phyllis. Stanley will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held at Courtice Funeral Chapel, 1587 Highway 2, Courtice, on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. A celebration of Stanley’s life will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at the same location, with a reception to follow.

For those unable to attend, the memorial service will be livestreamed. Join the service or replay it using this link: https://ipickart.com/stream/StanleyMankiewicz/.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Simcoe Hall Settlement House, Feed the Need Durham, or Faith United Church would be greatly appreciated. Online tributes and condolences may be shared at Courtice Funeral Chapel.

Barbara Clarke (Sckdularek)

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Barbara, a beloved aunt and friend, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the age of 74. Known for her warm smile, infectious laughter, and unwavering kindness, Barbara spent her days nurturing her loved ones and bringing joy to those around her.

Barbara was the beloved sister of Henryk, Bogdan, Andrej, and Halina. She was a dear aunt to Eva, Edita, Milena, and Ilona, and a great-aunt to Christopher, Julie, Tyler, Caroline, Spencer, and Brandon. She was also a cherished friend to Diane and Lisa. Barbara will be deeply missed by all her family and friends in Canada and Poland, who will forever remember her as a source of love and support. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of all she touched.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 4-8 p.m., with Prayers at 4 p.m., at Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel. Interment will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery (355 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby).

Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.

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