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WHELAN, Rev. William Noel Whelan - Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
Father Whelan was 81 years old and in his 25th year of the priesthood.
He was ordained to the priesthood on May 8, 1999, by the late Cardinal Ambrozic.
Father Whelan was Associate Pastor at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica, St. Dominic's Parish, and St. Anselm's Parish.
He was Administrator of St. Dominic's Parish.
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SMITH, Melvin George -
1937 - 2024
With deep sorrow, we announce the loss of Melvin George Smith, who passed away on January 22, 2024, at Toronto General Hospital.
Melvin was the beloved husband of Judy (nee McNaughton); a loving father to Janice and David (Jennifer); and a proud grandfather to Matthew and Emily.
He is remembered fondly as a brother to sisters, Lois (Bob) and the late Freda; and son of the late Freda and Melvin.
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UPTON, Helen Isabelle (nee BIRD) -
February 17, 1936 - January 22, 2024
It is with love and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Helen Isabelle Upton.
Helen was part of a close and loving family. She was predeceased by her husband, Tim, who passed in 2015; her parents, Violet and Tom Bird; and her son-in-law, Eric.
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DUMANSKI, Ottilie - It is with heart felt sadness that we announce the passing of Ottilie Dumanski on Monday, January 22, 2024, at the age of 88.
Tilly, beloved wife of the late Emil (2014).
Loving mother of Kathy and Steve.
She will be greatly missed by her loving grandsons, Ryan, Ethan, Jonathan and Cole.
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CALMUS, Maria - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Maria Calmus (nee Ogrodowczyk) on Monday, January 22, 2024 at the age of 98.
Maria was born in Duisburg Germany and came to Canada in 1954 with her beloved, late husband Paul.
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OSBORNE, Susan -
March 24, 1934 - January 22, 2024
Susan Aylmer Osborne (nee Blackburn), of Toronto, Ontario, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024.
Sue, aka "Granny Sue," was born March 24, 1934, to Kay and Aylmer Blackburn in Toronto, Ontario.
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NELSON, Gary Vincent Nelson -
1953 - 2024
Pastor, theological educator and university president, died peacefully, with family and friends at his side on Monday, January 22, 2024.
Gary was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother. He was predeceased by both his parents, John and Carol Nelson of Calgary; and is survived by his wife, Carla; daughter, Stacy, son-in-law, Phil; four precious grandchildren, Garrett, Katjana, Malcolm and Annika; his brother, John, sister-in-law, Debby and their family; as well as innumerable relatives and friends.
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YAKIMCHUK, Stephanie (nee CHYKAILO) - Your love, kindness and strength will forever inspire On Monday, January 22, 2024, Stephanie (Steffie) Yakimchuk (nee Chykailo) passed away at the age of 93, with family by her side.
Steffie was predeceased by her parents, Ksenia and Stephen Chykailo; husband, Michael Yakimchuk and brother-in-law, Harold Dalkie.
Steffie will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Michael (Laura), David, daughter Lisa (Tierdyn); her grandchildren, Chloe, Emma, Carter, Matthew; her sister, Julie; her nephews, Harold, Paul, Alan; niece, Karen; extended family and friends.
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DRISCOLL, Elizabeth "Betty" Ann (nee TAYLOR) - Betty passed on January 21, 2024.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, James "Jim"; parents, Merle and Everett Taylor; sister, Hazel; and brother, Brian.
Survived by brothers, Vaughn and Clarence. Greatly missed by daughters, Nancy Lavrisa (Frank), and Wendy Fortunato (Phil); 6 grandchildren, Sarah (Liam), Rachel (Robert), Mark (Qëndresa), Michael (Leah), Steven (Sarah), and Evelyn (Jordan); and 6 great-grandchildren, Cillian, Vera, Vincent, Emmett, Adeline, and Ari.
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CUNDIFF, Carl Cundiff - Ad man, athlete and devoted dad and grandpa, passed peacefully Sunday, January 21, 2024, in Victoria, BC.
Carl loved to travel and took his family on uncountable adventures across Canada and the U.S.
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GRASSO, Margaret -
September 28, 1938 - January 21, 2024
Margaret was predeceased by her husband and love of her life Pasquale (Patrick, Pat).
She is fondly remembered and loved by her three sons Allen (Kim), Michael (Lorraine) and Brian (Carrie).
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WICKSON, Edward Arthur Killaly (Ted) Wickson - Born on March 23, 1944, to Arthur and Amy (Bowker) Wickson, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2024, in Toronto.
Survived by wife, Susan (Pimienta); his children, Matthew and Kaitlyn; and sister, Kathryn Carpenter.
Besides his parents, his first wife, Andra Valkers, predeceased him.
Ted worked at the TTC from 1966 to 1997 as editor of The Coupler, and as their photographer, historian, and archivist. Later, Ted worked at the City of Toronto Archives.
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D'INNOCENZO, Lelio Luigi - Born in Civitaretenga, Italy.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 21, 2024, at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto, Ontario.
Lelio leaves behind his sons, Christopher (Ashley) and Kevin; brother, Jack and his grandchildren, Brayden, Kaylee and Carmen.
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HORNE, Kathleen Verna (nee LAKE) - Peacefully, at the Village of Humber Heights, Kay (Kathleen) Horne passed away with her children by her side on Sunday, January 21, 2024.
Born in Bancroft, Ontario, on January 1, 1927, she had recently celebrated her 97th birthday.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Alfred, in 1989; and siblings, Frank Lake, Alice Munn, Edith McGregor and Ross Lake.
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TIPPER, Joyce (nee MASSON) - Joyce, a remarkably loving mother, peacefully passed away at age 65 on Friday, January 19, 2024 with loved ones by her side.
Beloved wife to John; mother to Amy (Josh), Ann (Brandon), Keith (Soizic); grandmother to Jethro and Mack; best friend to Lorraine; cousin to Robert; predeceased by her parents, Jean and Tom Masson.
Joyce had a sharp wit, great sense of humour, a kindness and generosity that knew no bounds.
She had a strong passion for family, volunteering, chocolate, games, four legged friends, cooking and fine food.
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ABBOTT, Edna Kathleen -
November 23, 1924 - January 19, 2024 Toronto, Ontario, Canada It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, in her 100th year.
She was predeceased by her husband, Len, of 56 years; her parents, Bertie and Lillian Collins; and her brother, Geoff.
She is survived by her daughter, Louise (Philip); and her son, Andrew (Michelle).
She will be greatly missed by her five grandchildren, Aidan, Charlotte, William, Caelan and Olivia; and her great-granddaughter, Franki.
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MOORE, Myra 'Ann' -
January 25, 1943 – January 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Myra 'Ann' Moore of Toronto, born January 25, 1943, in Saint John, NB, the only child of the late William Schofield and Frances (Foster) Schofield.
Growing up, Ann was an outgoing cheerleader with a zest for life.
She went to nursing school at Montreal General Hospital and after returning to Saint John married Hugh Richards 'Dick' Steeves, who sadly passed away a few years later.
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MORTON, Paul - We mourn the loss of our beloved Paul, who passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
We are, however, eternally grateful for the examples he always displayed to each of us of how to live ethically, morally, joyfully and fairly.
He always demonstrated to his children and grandchildren his love, guidance, devotion, love of life, and commitment to causes he cared deeply about.
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RYAN, Shirley Joan - Shirley passed away on January 18, 2024, in her 92nd year, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
She was predeceased by her husband, Timothy in 2007.
Loving mother of Kerry (John), Martin (Mary Jo), Kathy (Tony) and Mike (Mandy).
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RENNICK, Melville "Mel" William - It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Melville "Mel" William Palmer Rennick, 93 years young, on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.
Devoted husband of 64 years to Elca.
Beloved father of Roderick William, Kathy, and Tracy (Tabo). Cherished brother of Carl Rennick (Lynda) and uncle to many nieces and nephews.
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RAUTHMELL, Glenn Thomas - In loving memory of Glenn Thomas Rauthmell who passed away at the age of 91 on January 17, 2024, who is finally at home with the Lord.
Born on February 16, 1933, in Toronto, he was the epitome of love, selflessness, and generosity throughout his remarkable life and was loved by everyone who knew him.
The cherished son of Thomas and Viola Rauthmell (nee Cronk); he grew up as the fourth child alongside his beloved sisters, Shirley (Ken), Jacqueline (Don), and Corinne.
His love story was a testament to true devotion, as he adored his beautiful wife, Katharine (nee Worfolk).
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LANCIONE, Louise - Peacefully, on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at her home at the age of 57, surrounded by her loving family.
Louise Lancione was a faithful, dedicated witness of Jehovah for 40 years.
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COHEN, Judith Loeb Cohen - 80, died peacefully, at her home in Toron to, surrounded by her family.
The daughter of Amelia Brownstein and Norman Loeb, Judi was born in Ottawa in 1943.
She is survived by her loving husband, Marshall "Mickey" Cohen; and her chil dren, Richard and Elise Cohen, Jessica Cohen and Mark Ruan, Jill and Danny Morris, Jennifer and Ken Tanenbaum, Amanda Cohen and Grady Hendrix.
She is the be loved grandmother of Caity, Mat thew, Rachel, Peter, Amy, Zach, Sami, Maddie, Jack, Ethan, and Dylan.
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WALKER, Benjamin Timmons -
February 16, 2008 - January 17, 2024
"Ben, Benny Ben, Benjamin Bunny" We lost our beautiful Ben, suddenly, at home in his 16th year.
Ben was the cherished son of Tyler and Michelle; and best friend to his younger brother, Charlie.
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MUSIJ, George (Yurko) -
October 13, 1941 - January 17, 2024
A kind man, good son, very caring husband, attentive brother, died of cancer on January 17, 2024.
Born in Ukraine in 1941 and immigrated to Saskatchewan after WWII.
The family later moved to Winnipeg where he began his university studies, which he completed at University of Toronto.
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WASCHUK, Nadia Karin Waschuk - Born on January 18, 1941 in Płock, Poland, and died on January 16, 2024 in Toronto, Canada, peacefully, painlessly, and after having spent her final hours in the presence of her children.
Nadia was predeceased by her parents; and her husband, George (in 2002).
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