Peacefully passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Hospice Peterborough, at the age of 67.
Beloved wife of Mike Bernacki.
Loving mother of Kelly Clough (Andy) and Michael Connor.
Cherished grandmother of Emily Kerr and Phoenix Clough.
Dear sister of Sabina Szutka (John), Stephanie Ramotowski (Chester), and the late Julie Targonski (Walter).
Predeceased by her parents Boleslaw & Helen Rychlik.
Christine will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. with Panachyda at 7 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME , (124 King St. E., Oshawa).
A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 10 a.m. at ST. GEORGE THE GREAT MARTYR UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. Interment St. Wolodymyr & St. Olha Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
(Retired secretary with the Durham Separate School Board, Canadian Martyrs)
Suddenly, with family by her side, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, February 23, 2024, at the age of 78.
Very loving mother of Lorri Davenport (Steve) and Michael Daub. Dear Nana of Shyla, Ryley, Jacob, and Hunter.
Sister of Linda Bain (Lance). Remembered by Robert Daub.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 1:00 p.m., until the time of a Celebration of Life service in the funeral home chapel at 2:00 p.m.
Donations in memory of Carol to Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Lyndhurst Centre; Spinal Cord Research.
Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com .
Passed away peacefully at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital, on February 14, 2024, with his children by his side.
Creole was predeceased by his wife Rosilyn (McMillan) Fisher.
Cherished father of Darryl (Heather) Fisher, Warren (Kimberley) Fisher and Carrie (Chris) Harriss.
Much loved Poppa of Danton (Hannah), Thea, Amelia, Breagh, Sariah, Corbin, Penelope, Maisie and Oscar.
Lovingly remembered by his mother Jean Fisher, predeceased by his father Irvine. Loved brother of Lloyd (Bev), Fraser (Catherine), Lisa (Frank), predeceased by his brother Ron (survived by Trish).
Creole will be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
The family would like to thank Margaret Richardson for the care and compassion she provided for their dad over the last several years.
Creole was the proud business owner of Fisher’s Auto Sales and Service. In 2024, he celebrated 50 years in business, something he was very proud to achieve.
The family would also like to thank his employees for their dedication and loyalty through the years, especially during his illness. A private family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Creole can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
December 25, 1938 - January 25, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Carol Bradimore (nee Cruikshanks) shares her passing, in her 86th year at the Haliburton Hospital on the 25th of January 2024.
Carol is predeceased by husband Richard and by her parents Raymond and Maymie Cruikshanks.
Loving mother of Cara (Peer) and Kelly (Mark).
Proud grandmother of Jesse (Emma) and Erin (Riley).
Cherished sister of Gladys (Chris).
Predeceased by brothers and sisters Laverne (Eileen), Irene, Royce (Elke), Pearl, Irwin, Jimmy, Thelma (Gord), Sherman and Frankie Lovingly remembered by many sisters and brothers in-law: Cec, Ivan, Thelma, Eleanor, Betty Ann, Jeanette and Leonard (Linda) and will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.
Carol was generous and kind to everyone she met and readily put the needs of others before her own. She cherished all the gatherings and special events with family and friends.
She loved visits with everyone who stopped by her home where the coffee and tea pot were always on for a welcomed chat.
Visitation will take place at THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Rd. N., Oshawa on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024, from 1:00 - 2:00 pm. followed by a memorial service and reception.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Diabetes Canada.
An internment will be held in the spring at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Haliburton County.
1941 - 2024
Clarence MacDonald (Mac) born in Sheet Harbour NS on September 16, 1941 passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on February 8, 2024 in Oshawa ON.
Reunited with his beloved wife Glenice MacDonald (July 18, 2023).
Cherished father of Stacy MacDonald (Richard Dorman) of Oshawa ON; and Danielle MacDonald Smith (Michael Smith) of Toronto ON; and Sean MacDonald (Anya) of Barrie ON; five granddaughters, Ashley, Sarah, Kayla, Brianna and Aaliyah; nine great-grandchildren: Darrius, Miya, Mitchell, Malik, Koen, Vada, Frankie, Rosie and Cairo; uncle to Lisa, Barry, John and Dale. He was predeceased by his parents; one sister Jean Smith of Sheet Harbour NS; two brothers Blair MacDonald of Liverpool NS and Terrace MacDonald of Kentville NS.
Mac was the eldest son of the late Angus and Marie (Johnson) MacDonald. He came to Ontario in his early 20’s where he then meet his wife Glenice and were married for 55 years.
Mac worked for CN Rail and later for Freightmaster as a truck driver. Mac and Glenice moved out east in 2006 to New Brunswick to retire and called the Miramichi Retirement Community their new home.
Mac enjoyed his volunteer services in 2008 in Miramichi flying in the C-130 Hercules as part of a joint training exercise between the Canadian Air Force and the local Civil Air Search and Rescue Association.
Mac was a dedicated family man who loved sports.
We will remember Mac as one of the kindest, gentle souls who always made everyone laugh and feel comfortable. He cared for his wife until the very last day and his children cared for him until his last breath. You are forever in our hearts, we have gained a new Angel in Heaven.
At Mac’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service.
As expression of sympathy donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
March 7, 1991 - January 27, 2024
Christopher Adrian William Kurysh "Chris" took his final breath surrounded with love from his family on January 27th, at Lakeridge Oshawa after a brief illness.
Craig and Laurel's only son, Courtney's (Justin) not-so-little brother, and Ashley Cullen's longtime love, will be forever missed by his family and wide circle of friends.
His body needed the deepest rest, and his spirit needed to be finally free.
A natural comedian, Chris always had a perfectly timed one-liner or witticism in his back pocket.
He was a perpetual performer and lover of loud music, known for his lively dance moves and masterful air drum solos.
He was unafraid to use his booming voice when cheering on his favourite sports teams, especially the Toronto Raptors.
He relished the summer months which brought long swims at the lake with Ashley, Blue Jays games with his best friends, Jonathan Gray and Aleesha Skelton, and time spent outside working on his farmer's tan and freckles.
Underneath his larger-than-life personality and cool dude vibe was a tender, thoughtful, considerate, and bright man who loved to help and connect with others.
Thanks to his keen intellect and natural charm, Chris was able to strike up a conversation with anyone about anything, but his special interests included history, philosophy, literature, and arcane sports trivia.
He had the ability to make you feel like you were the only person in the room that mattered, listening deeply to whatever it was you had to say. Chris was compassionate and kind-hearted, particularly to his four-legged furry friends. Above all, Chris was a singular presence, a bright spark of life; he was genuine, authentic, and unabashedly himself.
A celebration of his much-too-short life will take place on Friday, February 16th, from 4 to 8 p.m. at THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE, 1057 Brock Road in Pickering. Dress casually in your favourite sports team, band, or Star Wars clothing.
Memorial donations can be made to the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada.
June 8, 1960 - January 28, 2024
Passed away at his home in Toronto on January 28th, 2024 at the age of 63.
Father of Ashley Green and her husband Spencer and Tyler Tompsett both of Whitby and their mother Sharon.
Grandfather of his only grandchild Bodhi.
Brother of Dorothy, Carolyn, Janet. Predeceased by Irene.
Private family services have been entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.
In memory of Charles memorial donations to SickKids would be appreciated.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left to the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
SEPTEMBER 2, 1924 – FEBRUARY 1, 2024
WWII Veteran. No Fears. No Tears. Just Peace.
Chris passed away peacefully at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa on February 1, 2024 with his loving children by his side. He was in his 100th year.
He is predeceased in death by his wife Christine (nee Brodie), his sister Fay Henry and his parents Jessie and Ralph Tooley.
He was predeceased by his brother and boyhood pal, Sgt. Rex Tooley, killed in action in Italy on November 10, 1944.
Chris is survived by his children, Margaret (Larry Pearson), Robert (Lisa) and Jane (Dave Blakely). He is also survived by six loving grandchildren, Laura Sivers, Shannon (Dave Stewart), Duncan Tooley, Mary Tooley, Beth Blakely (Moe El Fayez) and Suzanne (Christian Hammond).
Chris was the proud great grandfather of Robert and John Sivers, Josie Stewart, Atlas and Ayla El Fayez and Rex, Jack and Blakely Hammond. Chris was born in Courtice on September 2, 1924.
He worked on the boys gang at General Motors at the age of 16. He volunteered for World War II at the age of 17 and served in England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He returned to General Motors after the war and retired after 37 years.
Following retirement Chris worked at the Whitby Provincial Court House for many years.
Chris was a proud veteran, loved to tell a good joke, was passionate about golf, had an amazing memory, but mostly was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by many.
The family wishes to thank Hillsdale Estates Long Term Care home for the dedicated and compassionate care they provided Chris.
Donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Society in memory of his wife Christine.
A private family celebration of life will held at a later date.
Arrangements with COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL .
Born Oct 9th 1968, of Bowmanville ON, passed away unexpectedly Monday January 29, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville.
Cary was predeceased by his father Calvin Winter, January 2023.
Cary is survived by his mother Nellie, brother Curt, wife Char and his 3 stepsons Nicholas, Joey, and Sina.
Cary was a dedicated family man, who was always happy to lend a hand to anyone in need.
He lived his life providing his services to others, from his long 30+ year career as a Journeyman Plumber to his seemingly endless wealth of vehicle knowledge.
Cary’s generous contributions to the lives of those around him will truly be missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Cary’s honor on Saturday February 10th 1pm-3pm at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St, Bowmanville.
Passed away at home on January 26, 2024 at the age of 63 years.
Dear father of George Jordan Smith, Brandon Smith and Danusha Trela.
Dear brother of Barbara (Ken) Rylance, John Smith (Teresa Veinot), Beverley (John) Lane, Brian (Tammy) Smith and Brenda (Scott) Sellers.
He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews with special thanks to Brian, Tammy, Kyle, Kendra and great niece Kaysi for their care and compassion.
Carl was predeceased by his parents George and Shirley Smith.
No services are being held at this time, but a celebration of Carl’s life will be held on Saturday March 9th, 2024 from 1 – 4 pm at The Bowmanville Legion, 109 King Street East. Private interment.
Memorial Donations can be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation