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BURTON, Marlene (nee BOYCE) - April 23, 2020 With heavy broken hearts, we sadly announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Marlene.
She passed away with family support and in love's embrace, peacefully to be with the Lord, on April 23, 2020.
An incredible woman of strength, love and compassion.
Marlene was a sister, wife, mother and grandmother.
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FAILLE, James Earle N. - It is with such sadness we announce the sudden passing of Jim, at Sunnybrook Hospital on Thursday, April 23, 2020.
He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife Brigitte Faille (nee Bednorz), daughter-in-law Karen Faille (nee Wilson) and his grandsons Corey Faille, Tysen Campbell-Faille and Connor Faille.
Predeceased by his son James M. 2019 and his daughter Mercedes S. 2015.
James was always chatty and quick with joke for his friends at the Legion and Seniors' clubs and always had a smile and a helping hand for his neighbours.
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HANLON, Leona Grace Jacqueline (nee GRANT) - Passed away peacefully on April 23, 2020 at Sunrise of Unionville.
Leona was born in Halifax, NS on September 29, 1926, the 4th child of John and Grace Grant (nee Murray).
Predeceased by her brothers Warren and Lyall Grant, and her sister Mona McHardy.
Much loved wife of the late Jim Hanlon (1996), we take comfort in knowing they are together again.
Leona leaves to mourn her daughters Lisa Dunbar and Lori Tyndall (Russ), her adored grandchildren Jenna, Nate, Matthew and Cameron, and great-grandsons Charlie, Avery and Maverick.
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HASTINGS, James Donald "Don" - May 30, 1929 - April 23, 2020
Due to Covid-19, Don passed away at The Village Of Humber Heights Long Term Care, Etobicoke.
He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 66 years Mary; children, Donna, William (Helen), Gregory (Jan); grandchildren: Heather (Jeffrey), Matthew, Jason and Brent; great-grandchildren: Caitlyn, Eloise, James, Charlotte and Poppy; sister Heather Bain (William, deceased); brother Bruce Hastings (Linda); sister-in-law Nancy Clark (Keith, deceased) and many nieces and nephews. Don co-founded The Ronald Hastings Company in 1946, a very successful machine shop in Toronto.
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LANCASTER, Donald William, RAF, FLT. LT. - After a full life, Donald William Lancaster (Flt. Lt., RAF), loving husband of the late Elizabeth Ann (deceased 2011), passed away in his 90th year on April 23, 2020.
Fittingly, it was Saint George's Day as, to the surprise of his family, a Saint George's Cross was found in his bedside drawer.
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LEBEN, Antonija - Passed away peacefully, on April 23, 2020, at the age of 89 years.
The second of nine children, Tonka will be remembered by her surviving sister, brothers and extended family in Slovenia.
After more than 60 years in Toronto, Canada, her desire was to go "home" to Slovenia, a wish that will be honoured.
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PELLETTIER, Vincent Edward - Born October 13, 1929; passed away in Toronto on Thursday, April 23, 2020, in his 91st year.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Catherine Patricia Pellettier (nee Moran).
Dearly loved father of Paul (Jenny), Peter, Michael (Josephine), Mark (Garth), David (Mary-Jane), Michelle, Jeffrey (Shawnda), and Robert.
Loving grandfather of Kira, Matthew, Katherine, Ariel, Ciara, Christina and Alex and great-grandfather of Avery.
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SANNUTO, Giuseppe (Joseph) Francesco - We are sad to share the news that Giuseppe (Joseph) Francesco Sannuto, in his 90th year, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2020, at Victoria Place Residence in Kitchener.
Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Irene.
Loved father to Angela (Bryan), Ralph (Shelley) and Joe Jr. and doting Papa to Adam (Stav), Sarah (Roger), Christopher (Brittany), Stephanie, Nicolas and great-grandchildren Winston and Brooklynn.
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BISS, Ernest Edward 'Ted' - (1922 - 2020) - Ernest Edward (Ted) Biss passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 22, 2020, taking flight to reunite with his love just two weeks before his 98th birthday.
An entrepreneur, poet, author, and WWII veteran, Ted gave so much and asked for so little. He leaves behind a legacy of quick wit, hard work, limitless creativity, and unconditional love.
Though his body deteriorated in his final years, Ted’s mind and memory remained sharp as ever – cracking jokes, reciting Shakespearean sonnets, and sharing adventures from his full and vibrant life.
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BUTTARO, Paolina - God called Paolina peacefully on April 22, 2020 at the age of 72.
She will be forever missed by her loving husband of 51 years Giovanni, and by her son Giuseppe (Lisa), and her granddaughter Alessia.
She will be greatly missed by her brothers Giacinto and Nino, and many other family and friends.
She was predeceased by her daughter Santina and now reunited with her in heaven.
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POLSON, Gordon Fairlie - (August 2, 1929 - April 22, 2020) - Gordon, age 90, passed away surrounded by family at Southlake Village.
He has now gone home to be with our Lord and is reunited with his beautiful wife of 63 years Connie, (Mary Constance) who died in 2017.
Born and educated in Scotland, Gordon graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture degree and held a silver medal from the Royal Institute of British Architects. He then moved to Canada and practised architecture across the country for over forty years before retiring in 1994. He was design partner for two Ontario architectural practices and worked as Chief architect for Bank of Montreal, Petro-Canada, managing their Design and Construction departments and for Royal LePage. He has lived in Toronto, Montreal, Morrisburg/Cornwall, Calgary, Markham and Newmarket.
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De STEFANO, Graziella - (February 1, 1936 - April 22, 2020)
Graziella passed away on April 22nd, 2020 following a long-fought battle with Dementia, but it was COVID-19 that ultimately took her from us.
She is survived by Antonio, her loving and devoted husband of 64 years, children Alfredo, Natalino, Maria (Bruno), grandchildren Samantha (David), Alexander, Stefanie, siblings Rita (Francesco), Domenico (Anna Maria), and predeceased by her sister Annina (Francesco).
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GOODALL, Fredrick Victor - Born July 2, 1941, passed away on April 22, 2020 at McKenzie Health Centre in Richmond Hill from kidney failure due to long term Diabetes and is now in the arms of his Grandmother and favourite Aunt.
He will be missed by his wife Mary Crocker and his daughter Laurie Porter and his grandchildren Danielle and Andrew. Also his first wife Odette.
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RIZKO, Demetrio - Peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at the age of 81.
Dearly beloved husband of Halina Rizko nee Kowalczuk.
Predeceased by his parents Teodoro Rizko and Eudokia nee Hawreluk. Loving father of Paul and his wife Christine, Andrew, and Maria and her husband Rick Scicluna.
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DeLUCA, Giuseppe - God called Giuseppe peacefully on April 22, 2020 at the age of 84.
He will be forever missed by his loving wife, Dora. Cherished by his dear children, Giovanna Sgrignuoli, and Gianluca (Irene).
Proud Nonno to Stefanie, Nicole, Rachel, Izabella and Dante Joseph.
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CECCANESE, Antonio Eugine 'Tony' - (March 30, 1937 - April 22, 2020) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Ceccanese on April 22, 2020 at Humber River Hospital.
He was the son of the late Enrico and Anna (nee Ricci) Ceccanese.
Beloved husband to his wife of 48.5 years Nancy (nee DiGiulio) and loving father and best friend to son Anthony.
Brother of the late Mary Campagna (Domenic) of North Bay and surviving sister Angela Ricci (Louis) of Toronto.
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BURTCH, Lorna June - (March 28, 1925 – April 22, 2020) -
It is with deep sadness that Linda and Nancy Burtch announce the passing of their beautiful mother, Lorna June Burtch (nee Ridout), on April 22, 2020, at the Isabel and Arthur Meighen Manor in Toronto.
Born in Weston, Ontario, Lorna recently celebrated her 95th birthday. Married for 68 years to her beloved husband, the late Douglas Ashley Burtch.
Lorna was cherished by all, especially by her daughters Linda and Nancy, sons-in-law Peter Elson and Michael Timmons, and her grandchildren Bradley and Marley.
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PASOFF, Sidney - Peacefully on Wednesday April 22, 2020.
Beloved husband of Kathy Pasoff for 59 years.
Loving father and father-in-law of Andrea Pasoff and Sloane Levitt, Jeff and Jodi Pasoff.
Devoted Zaidie of Adam, Melanie, Daniel, Arielle and David.
He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
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MORRIS, Robert Douglas - Peacefully passed into the arms of his heavenly Father on April 22, 2020 in Markham after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Loving husband of Carol Small, predeceased by Patricia.
Dear father of Christopher Morris (Candice) and Jonathan Morris (Michaela), stepfather of Stephen Small and Shelly Wedge.
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PAPAGIANNIS, Dimitrios - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at the age of 93 in Toronto.
Loving husband of the late Georgia.
Beloved father of Gus(Cynthia) and Dina.
Cherished Pappou of Pavlo(Roxanne), Adriana(Conor), Alexander, Peter(Terri-Lynn), Carly and James and great-grandfather of Lawren.
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BALLANTYNE, Andrew Watson - (November 14, 1932 - April 22, 2020) - In his 88th year – born in Glasgow, Scotland.
Beloved husband of Ellen (nee Bradley) of 55 years.
Much loved Dad to Andrea (Steven) Thomson and John. Grandpa to Christina (Derrick) Peacock, Mitchell, Cameron & Stewart Thomson. Great Grandpa to Shalee, Barrett & Charlotte.
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SPAFFORD, Kathryn Elizabeth - (September 28, 1958 – April 22, 2020) - God called Kathryn Elizabeth Spafford suddenly on April 22, 2020 in Toronto, Ontario.
Kathryn was predeceased by her father Edward and is survived by her beloved mother Dorothy, and 3 loving sisters Ellen, Cynthia and Diane.
She will be deeply missed by her children Jonathan, Jason (Shannon), Stephanie (Daniel), Joshua and Anthony.
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McINTOSH, Sarah 'Jean' (nee Kett) - Sarah "Jean" McIntosh (nee Kett) passed away on April 22nd, 2020, at the Greenway Rivera at the age of 84.
Jean was the loving wife of the late Bill McIntosh who were together for 43 years. Daughter of the late Christina Kett (nee MacDonald) and the late Albert Kett and loving sister to Raleigh Kett.
Lovingly remembered by her son Kyle McClure, her daughters Shannon McClure (Patrick Morin), Andrea McClure (Allan Migdal), Kelly McIntosh (Brian Piotrowski), and Michelle McClure, and grandchildren Auden Morin, Tyler March, Megan and Erika Piotrowski. Dear friend to Bianca, Cathy and Dorothy.
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LOMBARDI, Rosaria (nee Zita) - It is with such deep sadness to announce the sudden passing of a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Rosaria Lombardi on Wednesday, April 22, 2020, at age 85.
Rosaria (née Zita) was predeceased by her beloved husband of almost 60 years, Giuseppe.
A loving, devoted mother of Frank (Rose), Tony (Tina), Rosemary (Brian), and Mario (Darlene).
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CARNEVALE, Filomena - God called Filomena peacefully on April 22, 2020 at the age of 86.
She will be forever missed by her loving husband, Giovanni.
Cherished by her dear children, Emily (Lou), Donna (late Tony) and Tony (Eileen).
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SAROFF, Helen Nunea (Christoff) - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Mother, Helen, on April 22, 2020, in her 99th year.
We saw her slowly fading over the past 6 months.
Predeceased by her husband, George, after 56 years of marriage, Mom leaves behind 3 daughters: Gloria Hauck (Gary), Vassa van Tol (Peter), and Donna Saroff.
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