Valerie Randall
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February 6, 1936 - May 15, 2024
Valerie passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 15th, 2024.
A beloved and cherished wife to Eric for 53 years, a devoted and dear mother to Julie, Lesley and Paul, a loving grandmother to Lauren, Gillian and Ryan, mother-in-law to Glenn, Gareth and Martin, great-grandmother to Jackson and Russell.
Valerie had a full and eventful life, she was part of many groups and committees. A social and active woman, her interests were varied and diverse.
With a pragmatic approach to life and many friends around the world, she will be greatly missed by all who loved her and she will be forever held closely in the hearts of her family and friends.
We will miss you xxxx
In keeping with Valerie’s wishes there will be a private cremation.
Friends are welcome to visit the family on Monday, May 27 between 10 am & 12 noon to pay their respects at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby.
The family wish to thank all medical staff at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering who cared for Valerie so compassionately.
Shared memories and message of condolences can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Virginia Meldonia Allen
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Born on August 7 1937 to Lesant and Allan Farnell in her beloved city of Bridgetown, Barbados.
She sadly passed away on May 1, 2024.
Virginia married Michael Lucien Allen on November 30 1974 shortly after moving to Canada in June 1966.
It was in Oshawa where she began to build a life and family together with her husband and her two children, Mike and Sean.
She embodied the best of qualities: unconditional love, sparkling sense of humour, and an unending generosity that could be seen in her care for her husband, children (including Kim and Erika, her daughters in law), and grandchildren Ella, Marina, Sophie, Stella, and Jack.
Although her passing is gravely felt by her entire family and countless others who loved her, the memories that we share of her will last in our hearts forever. We love you.
A funeral service will be held at DeStefano Funeral Home on May 11, 2024 at 11:00 am.
Victor Giles
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Peacefully, on Sunday, April 7, 2024, with his family by his side at the Village of Taunton Mills in Whitby, at age 96.
Victor Giles formerly of Kirkfield, beloved husband of 61 years to the late Muriel (nee Crapps).
Loved father of George Giles (Marlene Gedge) of Carrying Place, Gloria McKean (Robert Rouleau) of North Sydney, N.S., Gregory Giles (Bonnie) of Orillia, and Gary Giles (Janette) of Whitby.
Loving grandfather to his 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
The family of Victor Giles will receive friends at the Wagg Funeral Home, Port Perry on Friday, April 12th from 2 - 4 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 13th at 10 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Robert Kennedy officiating. Interment, Utica.
The family would like to thank all the staff of the Perry Neighbourhood at Taunton Mills for the exceptional care that was given to Victor.
If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Alzheimer Society.
Verna Elizabeth Pizzolato
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July 25, 1927 - March 28, 2024
On March 28, 2024 our family lost a very special, caring, and loving Mom, Nana, Great Nana and Great-Great Nana.
Verna Elizabeth Pizzolato (nee Bruce) has left to be with the love of her life, Leo, to spend the rest of eternity together.
Verna was the fifth of six children and the second daughter of William and Lillian Bruce.
She was born on July 25 1927 and was raised with her brothers and sister in the family home on Archibald Street in Fort William, Thunder Bay Ontario.
The summer of 1945 became a special time for Verna as it was then when she met her forever mate Leo Pizzolato.
A five year courtship ended in their marriage on June 17, 1950. Together they raised five children, Allan, Bruce, Brenda, Karen and Norman. Mom was a dedicated mother to all her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
It seemed it was her passion to be around the little ones. Dad’s work often took him out of town for weeks at a time but mom held the home together while she kept care of the five children. A task she managed quite well. Mom was an accomplished seamstress, knitter and crocheter.
A great multitasker, she was often called upon by friends to make dresses or clothes for special occasions. She was always making or knitting something for one of the grandkids.
Predeceased by her parents William and Lillian, loving husband Leo (2001), brothers William, Gordon, Allan and Archie and sister Jean. Verna will be sadly missed but always in our hearts by her children, Allan (Jane), Bruce (Ruth), Brenda Nicholson (Al), Karen Grey (Roy Cory), Norman (Michele), her Grandchildren Lisa, Ryan, Michael, Philip, Lynne, Carrie, Jennifer, Lindsey, Daniel, Jason, Kristy, Kevin, Kaitlin and Jay, as well as many Great and Great Great Grandchildren too many to mention.
The family will receive friends at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL ,110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410) on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 11 AM to 12 PM with Funeral Service to follow in the Chapel immediately beginning at 12pm.
Interment at GROVESIDE CEMETERY in Brooklin.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the Nursing Staff and Dr. Vieira on the F Wing fourth floor of Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their care and compassion and helping to make mom comfortable in her last days.
In lieu of flowers please make your donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Vivian Mary Noreen McKay
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The McKay family is sad to announce, that after a courageous fight with Cancer, Vivian Mary Noreen McKay (nee Minty) passed on March 6th, 2024, while relaxing at home, preparing to watch the Leaf's game.
Born October 24, 1951, to parents Noreen & Robert (Donald) Minty, and married to David McKay (pre-deceased), she is survived by her siblings Phil, Colleen & Steven, children William, Thomas and Mark, grandchildren Sierrah & Grace and her first great grandchild Levi.
A service will be held on March 30, 2024, at 11am at All-Saint's Church in Whitby (300 Dundas St. West) followed by a Legion service and reception by the Lady's Auxiliary at Legion Branch #112 (117 Byron St. S.) in Whitby (please, no headwear).
Vera Lessie Abela
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It is with immense sadness we announce the passing of Vera on Tuesday March 5th , 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
A loving Grandmother, Mother, Wife and friend to many.
Vera overcame many physical challenges over the years.
She was determined to live, and die, on her own terms. She was courageous and a fighter.
Vera in her 71st year, leaves behind her beloved husband Walter. Adored mother of Samantha, Nicholas and Daniele (Eric hooper). Cherished grandmother of Taylor, Georgia and; Kennedy.
Sister of Donald, Christine, Tania and predeceased by Joey, Johnny, and Patricia and her parents Nadia and Josip.
Vera will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all of her extended family and many friends.
Vera was an active member of the community. In better days, she volunteered her time between her parish St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, Oshawa Garden Club and Hearth Place Cancer Centre over the years.
She loved crafting with her friends and playing in her garden. She cherished walks with her beloved dogs, Makwa and Mowgli.
She was an avid reader and had a wonderful imagination. When she could, she loved to bake.
“Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything” CS Lewis
Please join with the family for a Memorial Mass at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church 1314 Oxford Street, Oshawa on Saturday March 23rd at 11am.
A private family interment of ashes at Resurrection Cemetery to follow the gathering at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Vera to Hearth Place Cancer Centre or St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church would be appreciated by the family.
For online condolences, please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Victoria Thomas
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December 20, 1933 - February 22, 2024
The family of Victoria Thomas is deeply saddened to announce her passing on Thursday, February 22, 2024.
Victoria was born in Northern Iraq and grew up in Basra, Iraq.
Victoria was married in 1953 to Abdul Messih "Tom" Thomas and traveled shortly afterwards to the United States to be with her husband while he was studying to become an engineer.
In 1967, Victoria with her family immigrated to Canada where she raised her six children.
Victoria was quite accomplished. Victoria was fluent in four languages: Aramaic-Chaldean, Arabic, French and English. She was an amazing cook and seamstress.
She loved to garden and go on long walks in the community.
Anyone who entered her home was welcomed and fed and treated with love as if they were her own family.
Victoria lived in Ajax since 1969 and was a proud parishioner and building supporter of St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Parish and Good Shepherd Chaldean Cathedral in North York.
Victoria was very happy to have celebrated her 90th birthday with her family in December. Victoria passed peacefully in hospital, surrounded by family.
She is predeceased by her husband, Tom, of 43 years; her brothers Paulis and Tawfiq Shano; and son-in-law, William Levine.
She is survived by her six children: Roy, Helen, Rex (Catherine), Rhonda (Patrick), Linda (Ron), and Joyce (William). As well as her nine grandchildren: Logan, Michael, Christina, Victoria, Valerie (David), Michelle, Peter, Hailey, and Luke. She also had two great-grandchildren: Atlas and Evelyn.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honour of Victoria to Diabetes Canada.
A Celebration of Life Reception will be held on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Deer Creek Club House Located at 2700 Audley Road North Ajax, ON L1Z 1T7 t: (905) 427-7737.
Arrangements with SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE .
Viena Maria Whalley
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(Longtime member of Grace Lutheran Church, Oshawa, retired from the Cooking School at Pineridge Secondary School, Pickering)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Viena Maria Whalley (nee Tuomisto) in her 88th year, on February 24, 2024.
She was born in Alavus, Finland on October 4, 1936.
Viena is survived by her loving husband Robert Tumey, daughters Eva Gainer (Jonathan Asmus), Lea Somers (Jack), and Lisa Talvak (Bill Agnew), grandchildren James Gainer (Candace), Sara Gainer (John Shields), Aaron Somers (Emily), Kailee Rembosz (Mike), Brandon Somers (Anna Francesca), Eric Agnew and Lauren Agnew, great-grandchildren Cameron & Hannah Gainer, Carter & Chase Shields and Benjamin Somers, as well as her half siblings in Finland: Karina Tuominen (Raimo), Leila Korpimaki (Leo), Maija-Liisa Perala (Taito), Tarja Kuusela (Markku), Rauno Tuomisto (Suvi-Paivikki), Ilpo Tuomisto & Harri Tuomisto and their families.
Viena was predeceased by her sister Lili Purves (Bert), brothers Asser Tuomisto (Aini), Eero Tuomisto and Timo Tuomisto, husband Robert Whalley, son-in-law Don Gainer and grandson Bryan Gainer.
Viena emigrated to Canada in 1954, at the age of 18, and lived with her aunt and uncle in Toronto. She joined Bethlehem Finnish Lutheran church.
After moving to Oshawa, she became a devoted member of Grace Lutheran Church, serving on the Ladies of Grace, Altar Guild, Seminary Guild and Evangelism team.
While raising her children as a single mother, she worked as a babysitter and house cleaner.
Later, she worked in the cooking schools at Vanier and Pine Ridge Secondary Schools. Viena enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, travelling, reading and baking - especially for family and friends.
Viena was kind and caring and always had a beautiful smile for everyone! The family would like to extend our appreciation to the staff of 5C at Lakeridge Health Oshawa and all off her PSWs for their kind and compassionate care of Viena.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Monday, February 26, from 3 – 6 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 540 Cromwell Avenue, Oshawa, on Tuesday, February 27 at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior to the service. A Luncheon will follow the service at the church.
Donations in memory of Viena to Grace Lutheran Church or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com
Valerie Anne Wahl
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February 7, 1981- February 23, 2024
Valerie lost her valiant fight against cancer on Friday February 23rd.
She was a loving wife to Kevin Wahl for 19 years.
A proud hockey mom to her three boys, Logan, Lincoln, Leland, and her fur baby Ryder.
Born in Scarborough to Mike and Heather Braun. Loving sister to brother Petro Stasios (Catherine) and Michael Braun (Sherry). Fun loving Aunt to Nicholas, Mattie, Blake, Ryleigh, and Victor.
She will be dearly missed by her surviving in-laws Ed and Debbie Wahl, Jane Carstens, as well as the many Aunts and Uncles too numerous to list.
Valerie had a beautiful smile and the personality to match. Her kind nature was balanced out by a ferocious loyalty. Valerie had just begun her second career as a PSW working out of Hillsdale Terrace.
Her compassion and loving nature was a delight to the residents where she was a favorite of many. She was frightened of those tiny terrors called squirrels, and disliked cheese. Her passions were running, gardening, watching her boys playing hockey and Kevin cleaning the pool.
She will be greatly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing her. She was a brilliant star that burnt out too soon.
Visitation will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 209 Cochrane Street, Whitby on Tuesday, February 27th from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, February 28 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at the Church at 12:00 p.m. A Reception will follow at the church.
Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society Head and Neck Research or Saint Andrew’s Church.
Vincenzina Pitaro
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Vincenzina Pitaro is now reunited in heaven with her husband, Salvatore “Sam” (†June 5, 2018) Pitaro.
Born on July 12, 1939, in San Vito Sullo Ionio, Calabria, Italy and passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Pickering.
She is survived by her loving children, Mimmo, Lisa (John) Gaspar, and Joe (Janet) who meant the world to her.
Vincenzina was the proud nonna of Janelle and Jenna. She is dearly missed by her sisters Caterina (late Vito), late Rosina (late Giuseppe) and late Pasqualina (late Giovanni), her brothers Antonio (Immacolata), Domenico (Rosa) and Vito (Olga), her sisters-in-law Chiara (Domenico) and Caterina (Antonio) and brothers-in-law Antonio (late Maria Teresa), late Francesco (Fiorina), and late Giuseppe (Maria).
She will be fondly remembered by many of her nieces, nephews, family and friends. Vincenzina spent her early years in Italy tending to her family's farm and learning valuable life skills like cooking and taking care of the little ones.
In December 1962 she married Salvatore Pitaro and together they immigrated to Canada via Halifax with 8-month-old Mimmo in 1965.
A devoted member of the Roman Catholic faith, Vincenzina embraced her religion and spread love among her family and friends through her good works.
Vincenzina's love extended beyond her family, touching the lives of many nieces, nephews, and friends. When not attending to her family or creating culinary delights, Vincenzina enjoyed reading her Bible, saying the rosary, watching Italian soap operas, gardening, baking, and sharing enchanting stories about her formative years with her adoring children and grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at the McEachine Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax on Friday, February 23, 2024 from 2 – 4, 6 – 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church (796 Eyer Dr., Pickering) on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow.
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