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STAFFORD, Merrill Ross - Passed peacefully with his family by his side at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.
In his 89th year, Ross was the beloved husband of 57 years to Doris (Vondette), and loving father to Art Lord-Stafford (Robina) and Nancy Stafford.
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DANIEL, Jean Mary - Passed peacefully on March 9, 2021, at the age of 84.
Jean was born on June 30, 1936 in the city of San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago.
She attended school in Mon Repos, San Fernando, Trinidad.
She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Beverly (Holger Kist), grandchild Daniel, brother Maurice & sister Andrea.
Jean was preceded in death by her mother and father, Veronica and Thomas Daniel, sisters Buntin & Norma, and brothers Fernando & Vernon.
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LO, Robert Chun Hang - On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, Robert passed away at the age of 82, after a brief journey with lung cancer.
He left peacefully in his sleep with his family by his hospital bed.
Beloved husband to Joyce.
Cherished father to Yvonne and Michael.
Loving grandfather to Everett.
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KIOSSES, Maria - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maria Kiosses on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at the age of 88.
Loving wife to the late Ahilleas Kiosses.
Beloved mother of Bill and his wife Mary, Violet and her husband Angelo, Vicky and her husband Paul, Polly and her husband Constantin.
Proud grandmother to Maria, Stephanie, Alex, Tina, Maria, Kallisti, Vicky, Maria and Bill.
Loved by 10 great-grandchildren.
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MORRISON, Donald Wayne - Peacefully, at his home in Tottenham on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, Donald Morrison, in his 64th year.
Beloved son of the late Pearl and Lee Morrison.
Dear brother of Jim and his wife Cathy, Wendy and her husband Bill, Peter and his wife Karen, Pat and her partner Dave, Jo-Ann (deceased) and her husband Al, Paul and his wife Nancy, twin brother Dave, Brenda and her husband Steve.
Loving uncle of 19 nieces and nephews and predeceased by Robert.
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MURPHY, Paul Harold - Passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021 at K1 West Veteran’s Wing of Sunnybrook Health Sciences, Toronto, Ontario.
Paul was born in Toronto to Dr. Harold and Cecilia Murphy.
Married to his beloved wife, Angela for 71 years.
Father to his children Patrick (Brenda), Peter (Deborah) and his daughter, Carol (Brian Skinner); his six grandchildren, Jamie (Kristina), Ryan (Marisa), Paul (Jessica), Kristen (Ryan), Brian (Chris) and Morgan (Sanam) and eight great grandchildren Peyton, Lochlan, Allison, Madison, Jack, Preston, Mikaela and Paige.
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McCUAIG, Elaine (nee GOURLAY) - June 24, 1920 – March 9, 2021
After a full life Elaine McCuaig (nee Gourlay) passed peacefully, now reunited with husband Eric predeceased 1959.
She devoted her life to raising their 3 sons and was an active member of Lansing United Church.
After retiring from Lawrence Park Collegiate she volunteered at North York General Hospital, Gibson House Museum and travelled extensively.
A remarkable woman, she maintained friendships that lasted a lifetime and nurtured close family ties.
Cherished by her sons Rob (Marilyn), Gary (Heather), Jim (Shebat), beloved grandmother, great-grandmother, and fond aunt.
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MARTIN, Carl Kenneth - (August 9, 1936 - March 8, 2021) - Retired Captain, Air Canada -
It is with great sadness that the family of Carl K. Martin announces his passing after a battle with cancer. Carl died peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ken and Mona, his youngest brother Ralph, and stepdaughter Alexandra.
Carl is survived by his brother Bill (Dorothy), his wife Patricia, and children and stepchildren Pat, Chris, Andrea (Mark), Frances (Mike), Gregory (Jen) and Amanda (Eric). He is also survived by grandchildren Andrew (Leanne), Taylor (Irene), Jamieson, Avery, Von, and Jazmine, great-grandson Easton, and a second great-grandson soon to arrive whom he had hoped to meet.
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SPRY, Joyce Ruth - It is with great sadness the family announces the peaceful passing of Joyce on March 8, 2021 at Chester Village, with her daughter April by her side at the age of 94.
Beloved mother of Jill Lowes, April Spry, Michael Spry, Janet Genno, Kim Spry and Ron Spry (2017).
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WHITTINGTON, Peter Ross - (October 15, 1979 - March 8, 2021) -
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the death of Peter Whittington at the age of 41, after a brave 2 ½ year journey with cancer.
He was the beloved husband of Jelena (nee Hinic), devoted father of Tessa and Ryan, much loved son of Ross and Eve, dear brother of Jane (Dave Johnson), and dear son-in-law of Zorka Hinic and Stevan Hinic.
Born in Peterborough, Peter attended PCVS, where he was head boy in his final year, and Laurier University, graduating with a degree in Business Administration. He was employed at Loblaws head office in Brampton.
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LIUT, Anthony - (July 7, 1999 - March 8, 2021) - It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved Anthony at the age of 21.
Cherished son of Paul and Daniella, and older brother to Matthew. Beloved grandson of Grace Liut and the late Carlo Liut, and the late Frank and Anna Podwojski.
Dear nephew to Marco and Rose Liut, John Liut (Godfather), David Liut and Monika Kaminska, Irene and Andy Skretas, and Jeanette Podwoski-Audette (Godmother) and Claude Audette.
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RHYNAS, Mollie Vera (Dobson) - Born March 31, 1917, died peacefully on March 8, 2021 in her 104th year.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Jack. Loving step-mother of Christopher (Carol R.) and David (Carol G.). Dear grandmother of Jayson, Jessica and Jennifer.
Aunt of Don (Jane), Catharine, and Susan. Fondly remembered by Tracy, Christine, Alex and Shawn. Also predeceased by her siblings Paul, Audrey, Ralph, Ruth and Ron, grandson Erik, brother-in-law Murray (Thelma) and nephew Jeff, sister-in-law Sally (Jim).
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LEVY, Frances 'Cooki' - We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Frances “Cooki” Levy on March 8, 2021, 24 Adar 5781.
Beloved wife of Barry for over 50 years.
Mother of David and Karen, Jonathan and Meredith, and Daniel and Debra. Devoted and loving grandmother to Sarah and Jake, Judah, Elisha, Ezra and Noam, and Gabriel, Eliana and Zachary.
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NEBEL, John (Jan) - Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, March 8, 2021.
Most beloved husband of the late Baabie Nebel, the love of his life. Cherished father and father in law of Ruthi and Cary Silber and Sandy and Philip Gennis. Devoted grandfather to David and Alana, Eric and Leah, Lauren and Aaron, Ryan and Kaylie, Neil and Ashley. Proud Super Zaidie to Ethan, Ashley, Jack, Naomi, Sam, Jonah, Ben and Addy.
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BALASURIYA, Ranjit Sirimanne - “This world is shrouded in darkness. Here, only a few can see their way free. These few birds escape from the net, and fly away to the heavens.” –Lord Buddha
Birth: February 25th, 1927 - Passing: March 8th, 2021
It is with profound sadness that our family mourns the peaceful passing of Ranjit Sirimanne Balasuriya on March 8, 2021.
Loving husband of Indra (decreased); precious father of Nihal (deceased) and Damayanthi; respected father-in-law to Neranjala and Premaratne; cherished grandfather to Oshani, Eranga, Harith, Minoli, and Sumudu; and adored great-grandfather to Achelle, Anique and Savin.
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BOYCE Keith Ruel - Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Monday March 8, 2021 at the age of 79 years.
Belove husband of Marianne Boyce (nee Featherstone) of Keswick.
Loving father of Bradley Boyce (Chita) of Udora and Darlene (Robert McAlear) of Keswick.
Cherished “grandpa” of Kyle Boyce and “great-grandpa” of Rylan, Ethan, Aiden and Jaxson.
Dear brother of Debbie (Ken McAlmon) of Saskatchewan and the late Doug Boyce and his surviving wife Sandra of Barrie.
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BOYNTON, Ingrid Viola (Kulik) (Pettersson) - Our dear Ingrid passed away peacefully at the Sheppard Lodge in Scarborough, Ontario on March 8, 2021 at the age of 96 after a long battle with dementia.
Ingrid, daughter of the late Jenny Holme and Karl Pettersson was born in Lilla Edet, Sweden on April 22, 1924.
She was predeceased by her first husband, William Kulik, his son Tadeusz (Csezia) Kulik, and daughter Henia Kulik, her second husband Robert Boynton, his daughter Constance Boynton, her first son Stanley Kulik and her six siblings.
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VELNAYAGAM, Sathasivam Pillai - Born: 20th September 1935 – Called to Rest: March 8, 2021.
Beloved husband of Mrs. Therese Rajaletchmi.
Father of Regi Pradeeswaran (UK), Anita Nirmala (Canada) and Calista Sharmila (Australia).
Father-in-law of Nisha, Surejan and Chrysanth.
Grandfather of Kenan, Kendra and Brisha.
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PIRONE, Nicola - God called Nicola back home on March 8, 2021 at the age of 83.
He will be forever missed by his loving wife Nerina.
Cherished by his dear children Antonio and Rosa.
Proud and adored nonno to Julia and Jessica.
He will always be remembered by his siblings Elena, Giuseppina, Angela, Marta and Vito.
Nicola will be held dear in the hearts of his nieces and nephews, relatives and many friends.
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BUTTERS, Hugh William - 1938 - 2021 Predeceased by his parents, Nellie and Captain Frank Butters Master Mariner and beloved wife Carolea.
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, it is with profound sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Hugh, on March 8, 2021.
Born in Collingwood, October 24, 1938, Hugh lived a full and exciting life.
Hugh was Valedictorian of his graduating class and actively involved in the Church Choir.
Hugh's teaching career began in the Village of Kirkville and for two years he taught all grades in one room.
From there he went to Wilmington Public School in North York, where he met his future wife Carolea, and then spent over 20 years at St. Andrew's Junior High where Hugh made an indelible impression and formed some of his strongest friendships.
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HANCOCK, Melvin "Mel" E. - 91, of Hudsonville, was born March 30, 1929, in Toronto, Ontario, and passed peacefully to his eternal home on March 8, 2021.
He was preceded in death his first wife, Mary Ellen; parents, Ernest and Nellie Hancock; dear daughter-in-law, Sharon Hancock; siblings, Isabel, Howard, Ruby, all of Ontario, Canada.
Melvin and Mary Ellen raised their two sons, Richard (Virginia) Hancock and Robert Hancock, and daughter Janice Hancock (and good friend Teresa Hellewell) in Canada and around the world, wherever his engineering projects with CN Railroad took them.
Retirement took him to Florida where, after Mary Ellen's passing, he met and married Norene De Kock-Lubbinge.
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WOLWYN, Helen Christine - It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helen on March 8, 2021 at the age of 52, after a brave battle with cancer.
She died at home, with family at her side and her son, a gifted musician, comforting and serenading her with his soothing music.
Beloved wife and best friend of Nick for over 31 years and loving mother of Steven.
Predeceased by her mother, Violetta Kalmykow in December 2020, Helen will be lovingly remembered by her father, Mikolaj Kalmykow, brother Paul (Janet) as well as sisters Julie (Marek), Sandra (Craig) and the family’s faithful dog Mika.
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DE LAZZARI, Lino Giuseppe - On March 8, 2021 surrounded by his family.
He was born on August 5, 1932 in Veneto Italy.
He moved to Canada as a young adult for a new beginning and to start a family.
Beloved husband to Vittoria (nee Berti) and loving father to Ivano (Patricia), Roberto, Regina (John), Marilena (Milton) and predeceased by son Gianni (Hoosnah).
Cherished nonno to David, Sarah, Gabriel, Sabrina and Olivia.
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FONTENELLE, Emmanuel "Manny" - Emmanuel was born on October 29, 1945 in Castries, Saint Lucia and passed away in Toronto on March 8, 2021 with his beloved sweetheart Catherine and daughter Lisa by his side.
He is survived by his wife Catherine, his children Andy, Lisa, Delphina and Fabian(Emma).
Along with seven grandchildren (Malcolm, Joceline, Karen, Cameron, Virtue, Wisdom and Precious), two great grandchildren (Amaya and Mitcheon) and sister-in-law Alcess(Rolland).
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FRENCH, Donald Sydney - Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, Donald Sydney French, passed on Monday, March 8, 2021, at the age of 90, peacefully in his home, with his family by his side.
Our father was the ultimate family man, caring friend and professional, Don was always trying to help others. Don is now with his wife Katharine Jean French who passed in 1977 after 22 years of marriage, never to remarry.
He was always happiest surrounded by his children, Katharine, Donna (Chris) and Douglas and daughter-in-law Ann.
The light of his life has been his grandchildren, Janine (James, Gavin, Liam, Mia), Jennifer, Lisa (Aaron), Vicki, Samantha and Rachel (Chantelle), and great-grandchildren Gabriella (Gabby), Brayden, Blake and Deshawn. Quality family time was the most important thing to our father and only on occasion would he shut off his hearing aids on purpose.
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TOMLINSON, Ethel Estella - After a long and happy life, encompassing four generations, Ethel Tomlinson (nee Stone), passed away peacefully at Providence Healthcare, on March 8, 2021, at the age of 103.
Predeceased by Allan, her beloved husband of 65 years; her parents, Harry and Gertrude Stone, brother, Harry Stone (Margaret), and dear niece, Catherine.
Born May 18, 1918, in Toronto, Ethel will be forever missed by her daughters, Susan Lewis (David), Judith MacKay (Kenneth), niece, Linda Hodd (Stephen) and special neighbour, Bev Dodds.
A devoted grandmother to Amanda Robertson (Ian), Zachary MacKay (Laura), Alex Lewis (Kelly), Stephanie Hall (Seb) and eight great-grandchildren.
Ethel was actively involved with her church, especially Couples Club at Kew Beach United.
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