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SCALE, Dorothy (nee FILDEY) - On May 16, 2020, Dorothy peacefully passed away at home in her 90th year.
She is survived by her loving husband, Al, of 66 years and her four children, Paul (Carol), Anne Marie, Brian (Joanne) and Jim (Susan).
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SHIELDS, Sylvia (nee CLARKE) - With sadness we regret to announce that Sylvia Shields (Victoria, NL) peacefully passed away on May 16, 2020, in Hamilton, ON.
Mom joins her husband Tom who passed away in 1999, in Belfast, N.I. Lovingly remembered by her 3 children – Tracey Marchis (Rick, Toronto), Tom (Pat, Toronto) and Ken (Ramona, Dundas). Also by Sharon Allwell (Belfast, NI).
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TAYLOR, Rita - Rita Taylor, mother to Marc (Annette) and Sean, wife to Allister and loving friend to many, Rita Taylor slipped away on May 16, 2020.
Universally recognized as a warm, caring, thoughtful and generous person, she enriched the lives of all she touched with her charm and easygoing way.
Among her many talents were creative arts, decorating, thoughtful words and advice, insightful perspectives and of course outstanding culinary skills.
In fact, she often expressed her love for family and friends by preparing beautiful meals that satisfied appetites and satiated the soul.
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FROESE, Marlene Marie (nee KOZIY) - Born May 2, 1938 in Thunder Bay, ON and died suddenly on Saturday, May 16, 2020 from COVID-19 in Toronto, ON.
Marlene is survived by husband John (Jack) Froese, son John and daughter Susan (Don McHardy) and granddaughters Grace and Ella; sister Irene Koziy Felteau; and many nieces and nephews: Charlene, Tannis, Melissa, Kim, Wilf Jr., Robert and Rhys. Predeceased by brother Robert Koziy and sister Elsie Koziy McGill.
She was lovingly referred to as "Mopsie" by her grandchildren.
She loved her family more than anything; she was so proud Marlene loved to ski, play bridge and play tennis.
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McDONNELL, Sean Austin - September 21, 1984 - May 16, 2020
Died instantly in a devastating car accident, the victim of a collision with an impaired driver, in the late afternoon on Saturday of the long weekend.
Sean was very passionate about his family and friends, always very social and outgoing with a brilliant smile and the ability to talk to and engage anyone from 2 months to 90 years of age.
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ROSEN, Helen (Goldberg) -1929-2020 - Passed away peacefully at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, CA on May 16, 2020, with her daughters at her side, after living a full and extraordinary life.
Helen now joins Martin, her adored husband of 59 years, on the first tee.
Loving mother of Denise (Terry), Arthur (Irene), Charles, Michael (Eva), Mark (Joanne) and Paula, devoted Bubbie to eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
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AUBICHON, Patricia Frances Foran - It is with deep sorrow that the family of Patricia Frances Foran Aubichon announce her passing on Saturday, May 16, 2020, in her 83rd year, at the North York General Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Left to mourn her passing with her husband Terry are her sisters, Sister Margaret (GSIC) and Irene Dooling (Tim); and her brothers-in-law, Dale (Dale) Aubichon and Lee (Nancy) Aubichon.
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BURKE, Edmund Gerard - It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Edmund Gerard Burke, on May 16, 2020.
He will be missed by daughters Aerlyn (David) and Kelly (James).
Partner Jill Hamilton and her children Megan (Ben), Matt (Christine); brother Martyn (Laura); sister Sheila; niece and nephews Euan, Clive (Daniella) and Craig (Shelley).
Grandchildren Caden, Ryan, Ayla, Isaac, Audrey, Harper and Griffin.
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REARDON, Gerald Jose - On Friday May 15th, 2020, Gerald Reardon passed away at Trillium Hospital in Mississauga, Ontario, at the age of 63, after a courageous fight battling heart disease.
He was born in Carbonear, Newfoundland and moved to Toronto as a young man, where he met the love of his life Emma Reardon (nee Pardy). Together they had 3 children, Ross, Lisa, and Ronnie and six grandchildren.
After a lengthy battle with heart disease, Gerald is eternally reunited with parents, Leonard and Catherine, his youngest son Ronnie, his nephew Marcus, and niece Brianna.
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GREENBERG, Pepi - We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beautiful mother and grandmother, Pepi Greenberg, in her 82nd year, on Friday May 15th, 2020.
After a courageous battle with Parkinson’s, Pepi died peacefully in the comfort of her home of 62 years, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her beloved parents, the late Becky and Morris Rosenstein Z”L and her devoted husband “Dr. Joe” Z”L.
Treasured mother and mother-in-law of David and Margot, Sara and Ian Zagdanski, Aaron and Felicia, Amy and Luis Strauch.
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COLANTONIO, Caterina - It is with great sadness that the family of Caterina Colantonio shares the news of her peaceful passing on May 15th, 2020 at the age of 79.
Loving mother to Marianne Sarris, doting grandmother to Desirée, and cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Frank (2004) and son Marco (2001).
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SHOWKEWYCH, Ella - Of Toronto, ON passed away peacefully on May 15 2020 with her daughter and son at her side.
Mama (mother) to Orysia (Edward) and Roman, Baba (grandmother) to Andrew (Joanne), Tiarella Tatanya and Everett (Lauren), Pre-Baba (great-grandmother) to Weston and Desmond.
She was predeceased by her loving husband John of 68 years.
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SMITH, Marianne (Fraser) - August 16, 1946 –May 15, 2020 - It is with sadness we announce Marianne’s passing into the arms of her LORD Jesus Christ in the early morning on Friday, May 15, 2020.
She was surrounded by the love of her family.
She will be deeply missed by Don, her devoted husband of 51 years, her daughters Allison Killins (Thaddeus), Jennifer Petkovic (Peter) and her grandchildren Jonathan, Samantha,Thomas and Ryan.
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ZNIDAREC, Helen (nee McAteer) - After a long heroic journey, Helen peacefully passed away in the early morning of Friday, May 15, 2020.
Helen, predeceased by her loving parents Bridget and Frank McAteer.
Adored wife and best friend of husband Martin Znidarec, beloved Mother of Joan Znidarec and Marlo Znidarec-Lupis (mother-in-law to Christian Lupis), Gramma to Marella Lupis and Mother to Christine Znidarec.
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HECHT, Paul - On Friday, May 15, 2020 at Toronto Western Hospital.
Devoted husband of the late Linda Hecht. Beloved father and father-in-law of Carli and Amir and Jeffrey and Danielle. Doting “Ziggy” of Benjamin.
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LADOUCEUR, Michael Steven - Born December 23, 1956 in Ottawa, Ontario, Mike was diagnosed with cancer in March 15, 2020 and did all he could but would ultimately succumb to complications and died on May 15, 2020 at Lakeridge Ajax Hospital, with his loving wife Marina at his side. He was 63 years old.
Michael is also survived by his sister Debbie Brabin & her husband Gary, along with niece Jennifer and nephew Christopher, several aunts and uncles, as well as a whole array of friends.
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LOWNDES, Audrey Jean "Aud" (nee DUMARESQ) - June 15, 1926 - May 15, 2020
Peacefully at Woodstock Hospital, Woodstock, Ontario.
In her 94th year, beloved wife of the late Gilbert Lowndes ('83).
Dear mother of Barbara (Rick Owen), Joan (Bart Tettman) and Peg…Margaret.
Loving grandmother of Bryce and Christine Tettman and the late Jamie Owen ('99). Great-grandmother of Owen and Emily.
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MILNES, Sidney - 1934 - 2020 Sid joined the Heavenly choir on May 15, 2020.
Husband of Barbara, dear father to Lorne, Gary (Paula), Gail, Bruce (Anne), Susan, Ross and Neil (Donna).
Adored grandfather of several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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SCHUREK, Judith - Peacefully at home, on Friday, May 15, 2020.
Beloved wife of the late Robert.
Loving step mother and step mother- in-law of Peter and Gyongyver.
Dear sister and sister-in-law of Tom and Lois.
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DE MARCHI, Dennis - Passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 15, 2020, in his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle against an aggressive lymphoma cancer lasting 15 months.
Denny De Marchi was a Canadian multi instrumental musician who was talented as a keyboardist and prolific singer songwriter.
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O'BRIEN, Edward - July 17, 1934 – May 15, 2020
It is with sadness, that his spouse, Rasma Suchovs and extended family, announce the passing of Edward.
Family wishes to acknowledge the many years of friendship and support of William (Bill) and Catherine Dunlop.
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STAPLE, Wycliffe Uriah – Peacefully transitioned from Humber River Hospital on Friday, May 15, 2020 at the age of 87 years.
Dearly beloved husband of the late Rowener Staple.
Loving father of thirteen children, Bishop Dudley Bent, Bishop Oscar Bent, Rudy Bent, Audley Bent, Joshua Staple, Margena Howell, Marleena Harvey, Michael Staple, Clifton Staple, Claris Staple (deceased), Richard Staple, Ann-Marie Harris and Shawnell Staple.
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OUANOUNOU, LIsa - Lisa Ouanounou passed away peacefully from this world on May 15, 2020 in her 94th year.
Beloved wife of the late Hanania (Henry) Ouanounou z’l, mother of Vickie and Sol Shein, Samy Ouanounou, Max Ouanounou, Annie and Paul Samuel and Nicole and Moishe Posner.
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EPP, Donald David - With sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Don on May 15, 2020 in Toronto in his 87th year.
Remembered by his beloved wife Phyllis (Windsor), children Heather, Sharon (Norm), Lorraine (Mike), David (Cindy), and brother Gordon (Carol).
Predeceased by parents Edith and Neil, and brother Norman (Eleanor).
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BURNETT, Claire Isola - Claire Isola went peacefully to be with the Lord, on May 15, 2020, at the age of 88, two weeks after her husband’s passing.
Claire was born at Rockies, in Kingstown, St. Vincent, to parents James and Rachel Trent; raised by her Aunt Belle Dellimore, after the death of her mother.
Claire was a Seamstress by profession; one of the most sorted after, in the community. Her customized clothing included bridal gowns, bridesmaids and church dresses, school and work uniforms, curtains, drapes, and casual wear, for her clients and her family. She did all the above while raising her children and caring for her father. She was the queen of multitasking.
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DeMARCHI, Dennis - Passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 15, 2020, in his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle against an aggressive lymphoma cancer lasting 15 months.
Denny DeMarchi was a Canadian multi instrumental musician who was talented as a keyboardist and prolific singer songwriter.
He was also a guitarist, backing vocalist and record producer.
Denny was notable as a touring musician for the well-known Irish band The Cranberries during their reunion tour (2009-2011).
He was equally notable for performing with Dolores O'Riordan on both TV and radio internationally as her keyboardist/guitarist during her solo world tour in 2007.
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