Gail Patricia Elizabeth Rooney
Longed to be with Jesus, and on Monday, June 12, 2023, surrounded by family, He called her home.
Gail was born on April 15, 1943 to Margaret Hale and Robert Cook in Toronto. She married her husband of 60 years, Paul Rooney, on December 1, 1962.
She is survived by her husband, Paul, and five children: Mark, Shauna, Jaz, George, and Kerrie Anne.
Gail was a grandmother to Devon, Amber, Jessica, Robyn, Nathan, Dana, Timothy, Felicity, Bella and Anthony, and great grandmother to Skye, Zane and Knox. Gail was a loving sister to Bob, Scott and Vince, and a caring aunt to her nieces and nephews.
Gail had a mother’s heart and the gift of hospitality.
She welcomed many foster children into her home over the years to love and care for them; and had an open-door policy to anyone in need. While she most enjoyed spending her time with family, Gail was also a talented knitter, crocheter and gardener.
She loved to sing, bird watching and playing a good game of cribbage.
Gail’s favourite verse was John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.”
Date and location of the Celebration of Life to be determined.
In lieu of flowers a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Canada in Gail's name would be appreciated.
Glenna Marlene Fry
July 1, 1934 - June 11, 2023
In loving memory of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, the family wishes to share the news of the peaceful passing of Glenna on Sunday, June 11, 2023.
Loving wife of the late Deane; mother to Stephen (Sheila), Susan, Barbara Jane (Rob), and Bill (Sheila).
She also enjoyed time with her lovely grandchildren and great-grandchild.
After graduating as a nurse from Toronto General Hospital in 1955, Glenna devoted her life to family and friends, delighted in her work with children, and treasured time spent travelling with Deane.
She spent many happy hours puttering in her garden, listening to music and birdwatching.
Visitation will be held at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL (110 Dundas Street East, Whitby) on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Funeral will follow at 1 p.m. Interment at Groveside Cemetery.
Donations in Memory of Glenna may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Grandview Kids Foundation.
Condolences may be expressed online at: wctownfuneralchapel.com.
Gilles Mayer
Age 78, of Whitby, Ontario passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, June 8th, 2023 in Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
Born August 27th, 1944 in St. Catharines, Ontario to Irma Mayer and George Mayer.
Grew up in Niagara-on-the-Lake & Noelville with many fond memories of his siblings, brothers, Andre, Henry, Michel and Jean, and sister Cecile. Beloved husband of Rolanda (Oli), proud father of sons George and Glen, Father-in-Law to Rebecca (Becky) and Julie-Anne (Jules), Grandpa to Nicolas, Tysen, Murphy, Hudson, Marley, Oakleigh & Maverick across Canada & Australia. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Met his loving wife, Oli in Oshawa as they were neighbours and their dogs enjoyed playing together.
Started a family with Oli having 2 sons, George and Glen and moved to Whitby to raise the family. Enjoyed many family vacations across North America, Europe, Philippines & Australia. Took pride in watching his son’s sports including hockey, soccer & tae kwon do
Known to be a hard working individual, Gilles worked at General Motors in St. Catharines & Oshawa, LCBO distribution warehouse in Oshawa and Miller Waste in Oshawa. Retired in 2016
Hobbies included many sports (hockey, baseball, football, track & field…) playing cards, bowling, darts and enjoying time with his children and grandkids.
Gilles was known to be happy go luck, kind hearted fun loving gentleman with his trademark sense of humour, always willing to lend a hand to help others.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
Glenn Smith
June 18, 1930 - June 7, 2023
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on June 7, 2023 at the age of 92 with his family by his side.
Loving husband to his wife Mary June of 61 years. He is the special father to Terry, Mark (Denna) and Scott. Grandfather to Jillian (Chris), Leslie (Chris), Whitney (Ryan), Devon (Michelle), Blake and Tonya.
Great grandfather to Evan, Dylan, Colton, Hudson, Nolan, Henry and Matthias.
He will also be missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Glenn is predeceased by his brothers Neil and Don, his parents Arthur and Ettie and his granddaughter Ashleigh.
Glenn started his career as a dairy farmer and driver with the family cattle transport business, Smithlands Ltd.
He then spent twenty years driving with Lafarge. Glenn's love of driving then lead him to driving tour buses with his wife Mary June as host in Port Perry, Ontario. He spent a lot of his time outdoors.
Glenn loved wildlife and watching all sorts of nature shows. He was a life member of the Columbus Community United Church and also a member of the Port Perry Community Curling Club. Glenn loved helping people and was a volunteer for Port Perry Community Care.
A service for Glenn will be held at the Columbus Community United Church, 3285 Simcoe Street N., Oshawa on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 12p.m. with visitation beginning at 10:30a.m. A Masonic Service will be held prior to the church service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Columbus Community United Church or a charity of your choice.
Gertrude Jansma
JUNE 13, 1937 – JUNE 5, 2023
With family by her side, Gertrude (Gertie) Jansma went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Monday, June 5th, 2023.
She was born on June 13th, 1937, in the town of Emmer Compascuum, Holland and immigrated to Canada with her family in July 1950.
She married the love of her life Adrian Jansma in May of 1958 until his passing in December 1988.
She was the loving mother of Harold (Yvonne), Donald, Margaret (Terry), Patricia (Art), Michael (Pam).
Extremely loved Oma to Devin (Kayli), Erin (Ralph), Sarah (Chase), Danelle+, Zackary (Stacey), Katelyn (Brandon), Cameron (Kirsten), Dale, Dalton, Angela, Jessie (Bowen), Riley and a very proud Great Oma to 11 great grandchildren.
Predeceased by her brothers Harry, George, Hill, Hemmo, Bill and Frank and sisters, Dini, Anje, TrudyShe will be sadly missed by her sisters Jane and Margaret and In-laws, Frieda, Henk, Tena (Frank) and Anne and many nieces and nephews. A huge Thank You to Glen Hill Strathaven Bowmanville for all the care and love given to Gertie during her last few years. You all are the best!
A visitation for Gertrude will be held Sunday, June 11th, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa, Ontario. A memorial service will occur Monday, June 12th, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Hebron Christian Reformed Church, 4240 Anderson Street, Whitby, Ontario.
Donations generously given to the Pregnancy Help Centre of Durham. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Jansma family.
Giuseppe “Joe” Donato Ciampo
AUGUST 8, 1938 – JUNE 3, 2023
Loving husband, incredible father, grandpa (poppa) great grandpa and beloved barber.
Joe was the world's best storyteller who always had news to share, love to offer and something to give to everyone that came into his life.
He was the epitome of a family man.
The love of his life for the last 62 years, Mary, his children Theresa (Tony), Joe (Janine), his grandchildren, Tommy (Stefanie), Lena, Talia, Keira, and his great grandson Noah were the luckiest people to have been surrounded by his love and of course his stories and will deeply miss him. Joe also leaves behind his best ‘fur’end Rocky, who knew him as Joe, the selfless giver of mortadella.
To our Joe; husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong friend. You have left us with incredible memories, your worldly teachings and the gift of having been loved.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME , 847 King Street West, on Thursday June 8th, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
A funeral Mass will be held at St. John The Evangelist Parish Catholic Church (903 Giffard St, Whitby) on Friday June 9th, 2023 at 11:30 am. Reception to follow.
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lakeridge Health Oshawa - Cancer Centre.
Gayle Clark
March 27, 1935 – June 1, 2023
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville.
Much loved wife of the late Harold Clark and daughter of the late Lesley and Violet Robinson.
She will be sadly missed by her children, grandchildren and great grandsons.
Gayle was born in Moncton, New Brunswick as a young adult she moved with a friend to London, Ontario where she met and married Harold.
Together with their 3 children they moved various places throughout Ontario.
After his death, Gayle moved to Harriston to take care of her father and spent the last few years in Bowmanville with her son Dani & daughter in law Lynn.
Gayle was always keeping busy, she created yearly Christmas stockings for her grandchildren and it seemed like she was forever decorating cakes. Her true pride and joy was her family and she was devoted to them.
Although her grandchildren has many names for her, whether it was Gram, Nan, Grandma or Mema ~ those were the names she loved best and she will be very sorely missed.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Monday June 5th from 3 – 5 pm, words of remembrance will be shared at 4 pm.
Memorial Donations may be made to The Palmerston & District Hospital Foundation.
George Clifford Carlton
1948 - 2023
George left us peacefully on May 15, 2023 at Lakeridge Gardens LTC in Ajax.
Born and raised in Pickering Village, retired from Maple Leaf Foods in Kitchener and moved to his lakeside home in Cumberland Beach (Orillia).
He enjoyed tending to his flower gardens, bowling, shopping, going to hockey games, cheering for the Blue Jays and the peaceful days by the lake.
Predeceased by parents John and Alice, brothers Jim, John, Ken and Joe.
His happy caring ways will be missed by Margaret (late Terry), Robert, Katherine (late Walter), Nancy (Bill), Murray and Donna (treasured sister-in- law).
Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
Private interment at Erskine Cemetery, Pickering.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Diabetes Canada https://www.diabetes.ca/ .
Gerardo De Muzio
1957 - 2023
Gerardo De Muzio, born on November 3rd, 1957 in Castelluccio dei Sauri, Italy.
Passed away peacefully in Toronto, Ontario surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday May 16th, 2023 at the age of 65 years.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Genoveffa (nee Guerrieri). Loving father of Giovannina, Rita and Daniela.
Cherished partner of Louise Mooney.
Dear son of late Michele Salvatore and Giovannina Frisaldi De Muzio of Castelluccio dei Sauri, Italy. Gerardo will be remembered in the hearts of his siblings, late Luigi, Michelina, late Vittorio, Maria, late Ciro, Elvira, and Ermelinda.
He will be missed by his many nieces, nephews and friends.
Family and friends will be received for visitation at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, ON, on Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. Francis De Sales Church (1001 Ravenscroft Rd #4, Ajax) on Wednesday May 24th, 2023 at 10:30 am. Entombment to follow.
Gary Branton
May 1952 - May 2023
We are broken hearted to announce the passing of Gary Branton at 70years of age.
Cherished son of Lois Branton(Fletcher] and Alan Branton of Whitby.
Beloved brother to Wayne,Dennis and Jo-anne(Tymes).
Greatly missed by sister-in-law Annette Branton-Killin and husband Kevin. Proud uncle to Joe,Shawn,Aimee,Hailey,Chad,Cody,Angie and Micheal.
Fondly remembered by his uncle Brian Fletcher (Gaye) and their children.
Sadly missed by cousins Sherry and Paul Daniels of Brooklin.
The family wishes to express many thanks to the association of Community Living Ajax, Pickering, Whitby for years of dedicated service and support. Gary will be missed by many staff members and friends.
Thanks to the many people who showed such kindness to Gary over the years.Please know that you have made a difference! Gary loved his family,friends,a baseball game,colouring,special holiday festivities and a good turkey dinner!
RIP Gary xo
The Man, the Myth, the Legend
A private family service will take place at the GROVESIDE CEMETERY in Whitby. A gathering to celebrate his life will occur in the following weeks.