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LITTLEJOHN, Helen - October 2, 1937 – December 10, 2022
It is with heavy hearts, that we announce the passing of Helen Littlejohn on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Michael Garron Hospital, in Toronto, with her sons by her side.
Loving wife of the late Jim Littlejohn.
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AUCIELLO, Nick (Nicolangelo) - August 10, 1939 – December 9, 2022
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Nick in Toronto on December 9, 2022, at the age of 83.
Born in Pescolanciano, Italy, he immigrated to Canada with his family as a young man, where he met and fell in love with the girl next door, Maria, his dear wife of 58 years.
Nick was a passionate, vital man, with a soft heart, great sense of humour and a beautiful mind.
He worked tirelessly every single day of his life to provide for his wife; daughters, Laura and Nadia; son-in-law, Matthew; and grandchildren, Racquel, Matteo and Laurina.
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FEELEY, Sister Margaret CSJ, - (formerly Sister Veronica Marie) Sister Margaret Feeley, CSJ, died peacefully at the Sisters of St. Joseph Residence, 2 O'Connor Drive, Toronto, Ontario, on December 9, 2022, in the 70th year of her religious life.
She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Anna Irene (née Matthews) Feeley; and her older sisters, Julia (Rockett), Betty (Hefford) and Anna May (Salmon).
She will be sadly missed by her family, friends and by her Sisters in community.
Sister Margaret was born in Toronto, to Joseph and Anna Feeley.
Raised with her three older sisters, she was taught by the Loretto Sisters and graduated from Loretto College School on Brunswick Avenue in 1952.
After only one year at St. Michael's Hospital School of Nursing, Margaret joined the Sisters of St. Joseph in September 1952.
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DABROWSKI, Irena - June 10, 1925 - December 9, 2022
Passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022, at the age of 97.
A lifelong adventurer, Irena traveled from Poland to Canada, making her new life in Toronto.
She later retired for seventeen sunny years in Florida, before moving back to Canada to be closer with her family. Irena was an avid sportswoman.
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DORAN, Frederick W. - October 20, 1927 - December 9, 2022
Fred (95) died peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones.
He had his BSc in Engineering Physics and MSc in Nuclear Physics.
He will be dearly missed by his wife, Maureen; children, Ken (Terry), Wayne, and predeceased son, Gary (Janette); grandkids, Dana and Ashley; great-grandkids, Rees and Cassidy; and brother, Ernie.
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THIELMANN, Hildegard Gertrude - October 22, 1930 - December 9, 2022
In Loving Memory of Hilde Gertrude Thielmann.
Passed away at Sunnybrook Hospital after a brief illness at the age of 92.
Beloved wife of Bruno (predeceased), loving mother of Walter (Connie), Paul (Pinky), proud grandmother of Michael, Nicole (Mike), Quin, Bayley and great-grandmother to Max.
Survived by her youngest sister Elli.
Survived World War II in Europe.
Fortunately immigrated to Canada with her whole family.
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ROBBINS, Shirley Mae (nee LIGHTFOOT) - June 16, 1941 - December 9, 2022
Our beloved Shirley Mae Robbins passed away peacefully in her sleep, at the Ajax-Pickering Hospital.
As a teacher for over 40 years, she touched and influenced many lives.
She will be missed by all, especially by her husband of over 60 years, Vince; sister, Brenda (Art); children, Mark (Lynda) and Keith (Cheryl); grandchildren, Cory (Meghan), Joshua, Chad (Janine) and Jake; and great-grandchildren, Shea and Carson.
Raised in Alvinston, Ontario, and settled in Pickering in the early '60s to start her family and teaching career. She will be remembered as the teacher with the long blond hair.
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KEKSIS, Vera (nee KALEVICS) - Vecauce, Latvia - Calgary, Alberta December 18, 1919 - December 9, 2022
Vera Keksis (née Kalevics) passed away peacefully in her sleep, just a few days shy of her 103rd birthday.
Predeceased by the love of her life, her husband, Arnis (2005); her parents, Kriss and Alvine Kalevics; her sister, Anna; and brothers, Ernests and Didrikis.
Born during the bucolic days of Latvia's freedom and independence between the World Wars, she had to flee her beloved homeland and leave her family behind before the Russian invasion, and Soviet occupation and slaughter that decimated her homeland and it's people.
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KNAPE, Archibald Yuill - July 8, 1936 - December 8, 2022
Archibald Yuill Knape passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at the age of 86.
Archie will be greatly missed by his two daughters, son, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Archie has gone on to join Pearl, his loving wife of 63 years who passed earlier this year.
Archie will be affectionately remembered for his storytelling and witty sense of humour.
He was an avid sports fan who always maintained a fondness for his homeland, Scotland.
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McCLEARY, Leta Iris (nee LOWES) - Peacefully, passed away in Toronto, on December 8, 2022.
Born November 23, 1928, at the family farm in Downers Corners.
Predeceased by her lifelong friend and husband of 74 years, George.
Loving mother to Margaret Anne, Darlene Braybrook (Rick), Linda Prior (Lynn) and doting grandmother to Michael, Jennifer (Daniel), Christopher and Bradley.
She will also be missed by her many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Ana and Rowena, her longtime caregivers were beloved by Leta and became an important part of her family.
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KERR, Vivian Lee - Unexpectedly passed away at home on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 54 years of age.
Beloved daughter of the late Harry (2010) and the late Elizabeth (2011) Kerr.
Dear sister of John Kerr (Pamela Glenny), Margaret Kerr and the late Robert Kerr (2012).
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IVES, Douglas - Passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at the age of 86 at the Humber River Hospital.
Douglas, son of the late Jean Ives; and stepbrother to deceased Mervin Beaumont.
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McDONALD, jean (nee GORDON) - Peacefully, on December 8, 2022, in her 86th year.
Beloved wife of the late Stein McDonald. Loving mother to Douglas and Norman (Cathy).
Nana will be dearly missed by her grandchildren, Sean, Stein, Sarah, Peter, Jamie and Kyle.
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GRENDON, Linda Lorraine - Linda passed away on December 8, 2022, at the age of 71, at the Campbell House Hospice in Collingwood.
Beloved wife of Joseph Knope; loving sister to Geraldine (John); aunt to Jamie (Derrick) and Alastair (Alex); stepmother to Catherine (Doug), Graham (Carol) and Julie; grandmother to Brett (Rebecca), Emy (Franco), Ashley (Kevin), Reid (Ashley), Rachel (Zach), Emily (Ben), Julia (Shay), Ashton and Amanda; great-aunt to Allan; and great-grandmother to Paisley, Indiana, Grace, Jack, and Cosette.
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TUTTLE, John Andrew - The family of John Andrew Tuttle is saddened to announce the sudden passing of John, on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at the age of 52.
John will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Cherrie; his adored daughter, Brittany; his loving parents, Paul (Gwelda) and Janet Meadus (Kim); his much-loved brother, Michael; and stepdaughters, Ashlee and Katherine.
His extended Tuttle/MacDonald, Britton and Edmunds families grieve the loss of their nephew and cousin.
He was predeceased by his beloved Granddad and Nan Cutts.
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WRIGHT, Christel - Peacefully, on December 8, 2022, at the age of 100.
Beloved wife of the late John Wright. Loving mother of Diane and Don, John and Cindy, and of Shelley and David.
Cherished grandma of Darren, Sean, Alexandra, and Christopher.
Christel will be greatly missed by her family and extended family, far and wide.
Christel's family extends a heartfelt "thank you" to West Park Heathcare, Toronto, for their impeccable care.
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FREELAND, Brian - The Reverend Canon Brian Desmond Freeland, died peacefully, on December 8, 2022 at St. John's Convent, a month before his 98th birthday.
He was Associate Priest at St. Thomas's Anglican Church for 60 years, Director of Religious Programming for CBC Television for decades, an avid supporter of the arts, and loved by his family.
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GEORGE, Geralyn Mary - Surrounded by the love of her family, Geralyn died peacefully on December 7, 2022, at the age of 71.
She will be remembered lovingly by her husband of 49 years, Bob; and her two children, Lindsay and Reid.
She was a proud and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend to the many that knew her.
She had a storied career at the University of Toronto and at St. Michaels College, working as an administrative assistant and admission councillor.
Her students meant much to her over her lengthy career.
She will be greatly missed by her large extended family, including her 6 brothers and sisters and many nieces and nephews, the O'Briens and the Georges, whose love and Irish spirit will be with her always.
She will also be remembered by her neighbours on Dallas Court and her church community.
Funeral service will be held December 10th at 10 a.m., at St. Basil's Catholic Parish, 50 St. Joseph St., Toronto, ON M5S 1J4, with burial following at Assumption Catholic Cemetery, 6933 Tomken Rd., Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4. Reception to follow.
If desired, donations can be made in her name to CAMH Center for Addition or Scleroderma Canada.
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ACKERLEY, Bernice (nee SLOAN) - Bernice Ackerley passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at the age of 100.
"Bonnie" was predeceased by her devoted husband of 58 years, William ("Bill"); and is survived by adoring sons, Glenn (Norma) and Paul (Paula); along with grandchildren, Christine, Jonathan, Aidan and Shane, who will forever cherish their times with Grandma Bon.
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McGILLIVRAY, David William - April 4, 1963 - December 7, 2022
It is with immense sadness that we announce David's peaceful passing at 59 years old.
He was surrounded by those he loved most, Michèle Irwin; their daughters, Sarah, Madeleine, Paige and Rev. Katherine Irwin, who guided him spiritually.
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COLUSSI, Elmo - 1931 - 2022 We give thanks for the life of Elmo Colussi, who passed away at home, on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at the age of 91.
He will be leaving behind his wife, Silvana, as well as his children, Louise (spouse Ron Gable) and Stephen (spouse Carmen Pelaez).
Beloved Nonno to his grandchildren, Francesca, Silvia, Monica, Mariana and Elena.
Elmo was actively involved in his support of the church, of Villa Colombo Charities, and of various organizations in Ontario and in Friuli, Italy.
Of note are his years serving on I.S.C.A. (Interior Systems Contractors Association), his contributions to the formation of O.Y.A.P. (Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program) through the Ministry of Education, his tenure as Treasurer and then President of the Zoppola Social Club, and his long involvement with E.F.A.S.C.E. (Pordenonesi nel Mondo: Ente Friulano Assistenza Sociale Culturale Emigranti).
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COLACO, Raul Francis (Raulito) - Passed away peacefully, on the 7th of December, 2022.
Raul was a loving, thoughtful and caring husband, father and grandfather who did everything for his family.
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WILSON, Catherine Inez Edith - January 12, 1935 – December 7, 2022
The family is sad to announce the passing of Catherine Inez Wilson.
Catherine passed away peacefully on December 7, 2022, at Westpark Long-Term Care Centre.
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SHERWOOD, Ronald John - November 5, 1933 - December 7, 2022
Loving husband of 66-plus years to Mary (nee McKelvey).
Predeceased by his parents, Elaine (nee Brint) and Walter Sherwood; and siblings, Sonny, Marilyn, Robert, Richard and Linda.
Dad to Elaine (Jim), Cathy, Cindi (Bill), Sandra (Mark), Jimmy, John, Ricky and Laura (Glenn). Grandpa Ron/Papa to 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Dear friend to John, best friend to Butch, favourite uncle to Joanne.
Memorial donations to Royal Canadian Legion Branch #11, would be appreciated.
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ULLETT, Leona (Lea) (nee ARMSTRONG) - The family is saddened to announce the passing of Leona (Lea) Ullett, nee Armstrong, on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.
Lea was married to the love of her life, the late Gerald B. Ullett, for 61 years and is survived by her daughter, Susan, grandson, Gavin, and brother, Paul (Sandi) Armstrong of Ottawa.
Predeceased by daughter, Christine, sister, Shirley Wall, and brothers, Donald and Arthur Armstrong.
Lea will be greatly missed by family and friends and forever loved by all who knew her.
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THOMPSON, Valerie (nee GREENFIELD) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Valerie, on December 7, 2022, after years of a challenging disability.
Predeceased by her parents, Vera and Robin Greenfield, she is survived by her dear husband, Hunter; sister, Deborah; two loved cats; family in England and close friends in Toronto, Venice, Italy and Mexico.
Valerie and Hunter were drawn to each other by their shared love of art and collecting.
Upon graduation with a fine arts degree from the University of Windsor, Valerie, an Art Historian, contributed for over 25 years as a Director and Curator in public art galleries in Ontario and Alberta, and in founding the Art Gallery of Mississauga.
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