It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doctor Stanley Mankiewicz, who left this world peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the age of 92. Stanley was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering kindness.
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Stanley was the eldest child of Karol and Pearl Mankiewicz. He graduated from Gordon Bell High School and earned his medical degree from the University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine in 1956. He completed internships at Colonel Belcher Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, and at the Chatham, New Brunswick military base, specializing in urology at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. He joined the Oshawa Clinic Group in 1961 and practiced as a urological surgeon at Oshawa General Hospital (now Lakeridge Health Oshawa) for 45 years, leaving a lasting impact on his colleagues and community.
Stanley had a lifelong passion for airplanes, model building, history, and learning. His inquisitive mind and vast knowledge were treasured by all who knew him, and his genuine interest in people touched countless lives.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marilyn; his children, David (Rachel), Mark (Matthew), and Tim (Jamie); his grandchildren, Steven (Zoe), Christopher, Elle, and Jack; his brother, Victor (Margaret); his brother-in-law, Richard (Elaine); his nephew, Carl (Jen); and his nieces, Carolyn (Geoff) and Jessie (Carl). He is predeceased by his parents Karol and Pearl and his in-laws Wendell and Phyllis. Stanley will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held at Courtice Funeral Chapel, 1587 Highway 2, Courtice, on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. A celebration of Stanley’s life will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at the same location, with a reception to follow.
For those unable to attend, the memorial service will be livestreamed. Join the service or replay it using this link: https://ipickart.com/stream/StanleyMankiewicz/.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Simcoe Hall Settlement House, Feed the Need Durham, or Faith United Church would be greatly appreciated. Online tributes and condolences may be shared at Courtice Funeral Chapel.
With profound gratitude for a life well-lived and loved, we remember Anne Marie McPhie (née Anna Maria Emilia Benedetti), who passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, in Ajax, surrounded by her family. Born on August 3, 1949, in Borgotaro, Italy, to Giovanni (John) and Giulia Benedetti (née Fugaccia), Anne Marie's life journey was defined by love, family, and resilience. Immigrating to Canada, Anne Marie grew up alongside her cherished siblings, Olga and Renato, with a childhood marked by family connections and joyful gatherings.
Anne Marie shared a deep and enduring love with her husband Garry, whom she married in 1973. Together, they built a life filled with adventure, humor, and unconditional support. As parents to Carla and Chris, Anne Marie and Garry prioritized family, creating a warm and nurturing home while instilling values of curiosity and compassion. Later, Anne Marie found immense joy in her role as Nonna to her grandchildren, Maeda and Zenen, treasuring every moment spent with them.
Anne Marie’s legacy is one of generosity, quick wit, and a love for life's simple pleasures. She retired early, enabling her and Garry to travel extensively, golf with friends, and savor the beauty of shared experiences. Her resilience was exemplified by her triumph over thyroid cancer at 40, and her gratitude for the many years she spent with loved ones was evident in every aspect of her life.
Anne Marie is deeply missed by her beloved family: her husband Garry; daughter Carla and her husband Andre; son Chris, his wife Lisa, and their children Maeda and Zenen; her mother Giulia; sister Olga; brother Renato; and her extended family and friends. Her memory lives on through those who knew her, inspired by her humor, kindness, and appreciation for the sublime.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres, 1200 Thornton Road, North Oshawa. Visitation will take place from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by the service at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Anne Marie’s memory to The Foundation Fighting Blindness and the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides.
Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres
Funeral Details:
Visitation:
Saturday, December 7, 2024, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres
1200 Thornton Road, North Oshawa, ON, Canada L1J 0C9
Celebration of Life:
Saturday, December 7, 2024, 11:00 AM
Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres
1200 Thornton Road, North Oshawa, ON, Canada L1J 0C9
Thomas McLerie (Tom), aged 75, passed away peacefully at home on November 10, 2024, after a long battle with Lewy Body Disease. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Erica, of 53 years, and their children: Nicole (Garrett), Shannon (Jason), and Robert (Soonie). Tom was a proud grandfather to Mackenzie, Kiana, Madelyn, Kaiya, Kaitlyn, Maliek, Garrett, Kerstin, Rylee, and Xavier, and a delighted great-grandfather to Saoirse. A retired Professor from Seneca College (RAQC), Tom had a deep love for travel, particularly cruising the world with Erica. His family and friends will forever cherish his memory.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, located at 1057 Brock Road, Pickering.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Baycrest Foundation in his honor.
The Simple Alternative - Pickering
Visitation Details:
Location:
The Simple Alternative - Pickering
1057 Brock Road, Pickering, ON, Canada L1W 3T7
Time:
Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
McKenna, Mark Patrick passed away peacefully with family by his side at Mount Sinai Hospital on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, in his 67th year, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Devoted husband of Elaine for 37 wonderful years. Beloved Dad of Ryan (Stephanie), Sean (Meaghan), and Kathleen (Eric). Cherished Opa of Sienna, Cameron, Haylie, Lennon, Harper, and Maeve. Loving brother of Tim (Linda), Jill (Mike), and Mary-Ellen (Dave) and brother-in-law of Liesje. Predeceased by his parents Roland and Freda. Mark will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Special thanks to the Stem Cell Transplant Team at Princess Margaret Hospital and the ICU Team at Mount Sinai for their care and compassion.
Mark had an extraordinary sense of humour. He cared for others, offering love and support without hesitation. He had a kind and gentle soul and was an inspiration to all of the people whose lives he touched.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Armstrong Funeral Home (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, Courtice.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.
As said with a smile by Mark: “I’m not telling you why you’re wrong, I’m explaining why I’m right.”
Frank John Millman, born April 1, 1944, in Uxbridge, Ontario, passed away at Ajax-Pickering Hospital on November 14, 2024, after suffering a cardiac arrest on November 12 at his home in Ajax.
Growing up on a farm in Epsom, Frank was the eldest of six brothers. His upbringing instilled in him a strong work ethic and versatility, enabling him to excel in various roles, including as a maintenance supervisor in a latex glove factory, a builder and installer of floating docks, and a race car engine specialist. A perfectionist at heart, he approached every task with dedication and excellence.
In his youth, Frank enjoyed hunting, camping, and snowmobiling. Later in life, he traveled to Venezuela, Grenada, Jamaica, and Mexico, creating cherished memories with his family and friends.
Frank will be deeply missed by Diane, his loving wife of 58 years, his daughter Heather (Les), his family, and friends. The family expresses heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff at Ajax-Pickering Hospital, with special thanks to Dr. Julia Coppens for her honesty and compassion.
Visitation will be held at noon on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at McEachnie Funeral Home (28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax), followed immediately by a funeral in the Chapel at 1:00 PM. A reception will then follow at the McEachnie Family Centre.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Feed the Need in Durham or a charity of your choice in Frank's memory.
Livestream Link: If you are not able to attend in person, please join the family on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 1:00 PM as the funeral service is livestreamed from our McEachnie Funeral Home Chapel. Please click on the following link: (The link will be uploaded once it is provided).
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at McEachnie Funeral Home.
MALNICK, William Joseph "Bill" – Passed away peacefully with family by his side at the Lakeridge Hospital on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the age of 93. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Isabell (nee Kendall). Loving father of Lou Bomhof (Bob), Jo-ann Tikkanen (Elvis), Bernard Melnick (Lorrie), and Shannon Magee (Andy).
Cherished grandfather of 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Julie Gaetan. Predeceased by his siblings Steven, Walter, John, and Annie. Bill will be missed by all his family and friends.
Born in Dominion Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Bill worked for 32 years at General Motors Canada. He dedicated much of his life to helping others as a substance abuse representative and as a sponsor to many through his 54-year membership in Alcoholics Anonymous.
Visitation:
Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, Oshawa, Ontario.
Funeral Mass:
Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 1100 Mary St. N., Oshawa, Ontario.
Reception:
Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Alano Club, 200 Thornton Rd N., Oshawa, Ontario.
Donations in memory of Bill may be made to The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto.
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Online tributes and condolences may be shared at Oshawa Funeral Home.
Peacefully at his home in Oshawa, with family by his side, on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the age of 91.
Beloved husband of Lorraine (née Campbell). Loving father of John, Patrick, Peter (Melissa), Elizabeth (Maurice), Marie (Kristoffer), and Angela. Cherished grandfather of Alastair, Emilia, Aili, Ewan, and Alexandra.
Harold saw everything with an artist's eye, sharing his enthusiasm for creativity and beauty with family, friends, and students. His Catholic faith was important to him, and he often reminded us to look at the space between the stars, saying, "God is between the stars."
Relatives and friends are invited to visitation at McIntosh-Anderson-Kellam Funeral Home, 152 King St. E., Oshawa, on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For those who wish, donations in memory of Harold to the St. Vincent de Paul Society (St. Gregory’s Church) would be appreciated.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at McIntosh-Anderson-Kellam Funeral Home.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Ishbel Neil Munce, 85, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, following a long battle with diabetes on November 11, 2024. Karen leaves behind a loving family and a legacy that will be cherished forever.
Predeceased by her beloved husband of over 52 years, Harvey Edwin Munce (2012), her daughter Lori Munce Lepizzera (2015), her parents Alton Abbott Neil (1997) and Gladys Ishbel McEvoy Neil (1978), and her brother Lawrence Andrew McEvoy Neil (2012).
Karen is survived by her son, Michael (Teresa), and her daughter Susan (Joe Colacicco). She was a loving grandmother to Michael Jr. (Lindsey), Trevor (Melissa), Jacob, Nicholas, Calvin, and Lucas, and a cherished great-grandmother to Marissa, Maeve, and Lexi.
Karen was born in Toronto, Ontario, in 1938. She spent her childhood summers on Skeleton Lake, forming memories she would carry for life. After meeting Harvey in 1958, they married and later settled in Oshawa in 1972. Karen was dedicated to her family as a stay-at-home mom before working in various retail roles, managing a fabric store, and holding positions at Coles, Hunts Bakery, Eaton’s, and Sears.
Karen enjoyed time at the cottage, sewing, crocheting, reading, and sharing special moments with her grandsons and great-granddaughters.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 18, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, with a service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. and a reception to follow. Donations to Diabetes Canada in Karen’s name are appreciated.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.
It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Pamela Ann Miller on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the age of 55. Pamela was a beloved daughter, sister, and Auntie to her nieces and nephew.
Pamela worked throughout her life in various roles across the retail and service industries. She brought warmth, energy, and dedication to her work at Zellers in Windsor, Home Depot, The Bay, as a volunteer coordinator at Freeport Hospital in Kitchener, and most recently, at Costco. Her compassion and commitment touched the lives of colleagues and friends in each role.
She will be remembered by her mother, Paula Miller; her brother, John Miller, and his wife Ruth Anne; and her nieces and nephew, Charlotte, Julia, and Luke, who loved her as Auntie. She is now reunited with her father, John Martin Miller, who predeceased her.
Pamela’s sudden departure leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew her. Her kindness, humor, and generosity will be missed.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 21, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Avenue in Ajax, Ontario. Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by a time of sharing remembrances open to all at 7:00 p.m. and a continuation of the visitation afterward until 8:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Pamela’s memory to Grand River Hospital in Kitchener-Waterloo or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, where Pamela also volunteered.
Cremation has taken place.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME.
It is with great sadness that Paul Moyser‘s family announces his passing on October 31, 2024, at the age of 52. Paul will be forever missed by his brother, Kevin Moyser (Christine Inglis), his sister, Kathleen McDonell (Kevin McDonell), his nephews Carter and Brendan, and his niece Paige. Predeceased by his mother, Mary Teresa.
Paul had a big heart and loved animals, especially his dog Molly. He enjoyed the wilderness and was looking forward to setting up his yurt. Paul was mechanically inclined, with a natural talent for repairing combustion engines. He applied his self-taught skills to various occupations throughout his life. Paul was also artistic, with a unique sense of design, and his compassion for others, especially those in need, will be remembered by many. He truly lived in the moment.
A private family gathering will follow at a later date. Donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario (CMHA) at https://ontario.cmha.ca.