Patricia “Pat” Joan (nee Wiggins) Boyd
April 8, 1938 - December 19th, 2022
For if you always think of me, I will never have gone – Margaret Mead
It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the sudden and graceful passing of Patricia Boyd on Dec. 19th at home in Fairview Lodge, Whitby, Ontario.
She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Stephanie Boyd (Miguel Araoz Cartagena), Katie Boyd (Joseph Donaldson) and grandchildren Akasha Donaldson-Boyd and Evan Donaldson-Boyd.
And she will be missed by a web of friends and family that reached the West Coast of Canada and the southern Andes in Peru.
Pat was 84 years old and loved a good book, stimulating conversation, adventure and mysteries. She will be fondly remembered for her wit and courage when standing up to injustices.
Daughter of the late Olive (nee Lancaster) and Peter Wiggins. Beloved wife to the late Harold Allen “Al” Boyd.
Thank you to the staff at Fairview Lodge, Amica Whitby and Paramed.
Memorial events will be held at Armstrong Funeral Home in Oshawa. Visitation from 5- 8 pm on Wednesday, December 28th. Funeral on Thursday Dec. 29th at 11 am with viewing available from 10 am and a light lunch served after the service.
Donations in memory of Pat can be made to The Denise House, Oshawa www.thedenisehouse.com and Rights Action, which supports human rights and environmental work in Latin America https://rightsaction.org/donate.
Paul Edward Nottingham
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden death of Paul Edward Nottingham on Saturday, December 17, 2022 as the result of an accident.
Paul was born on January 10, 1956 to the late Roy and Doris Nottingham. He was raised on the family farm in Raglan, Ontario where he developed a lifelong love of farming.
Paul is survived by his children Sarah (Adam Zaretsky), Aaron, J.R. (Kelly) and Gerald (Martina), his 5 grandchildren Carter, Ethan, Hunter, Asher and Adelaide and his siblings Jack (Karel), Gary (Sabena), Ken (Barb), Ralph (Diane), Nancy (Roger), Rob (Donna). Uncle Paul will be missed by his many nieces and nephews.
Paul will be remembered for his years of loyalty and farm work alongside his father and on his own farm.
He worked many years driving large transport trucks all over Canada and USA. F
or those who knew Paul, we can attest to him having a story or two from each trip. He generally loved meeting and being amongst people.
It never took long for a gathering to become energized when Paul entered, be it a restaurant, doctor's office or a family get together.
Paul was always able to inject some joy and liveliness into the occasion.
The family of Paul Nottingham will receive friends at the Wagg Funeral Home, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry, on Tuesday, January 3rd from 2 – 4 p.m.
Peter Kapsiotis
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on December 13th, 2022 at the age of 76 years.
Beloved husband of Hrissi.
Dear father of Gregory and Maria.
Brother to Archie (Maria) Kapsiotis and Helen (the late Peter) Dimantopoulos and brother in law to Danis (the late Eleanor) Bastas, the late Nick (Georgina) Bastas and Gus (Karen) Bastas.
He will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home , 53 Division Street North Bowmanville on Saturday December 17th from 11 am – 1 pm. A Private Family Service will be held.
Memorial Donations may be made to Bowmanville Hospital Foundation.
Perry Calvin Hooker
Passed away at Peterborough Regional Health Center on Thursday December 8th, 2022 at the age of 65.
Loving father of Jason Hooker and his partner Dawn Foxall of Trenton and Krystal Hooker and her husband Brandon Teixeira of Bowmanville.
Much loved papa of Dustin, Jacob, Caleb, Zackery and Kaden.
Lovingly remembered by Suzanne Marincak of Little Britain.
Dear brother of Brady Hooker and his wife Janet.
Predeceased by his sister Jamie.
Survived by his niece Jayne Anne and nephews Justin and Riley.
Predeceased by his nephew Mark.
Visitation at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Monday December 19th, from 12:00 noon until time of celebration of life in the Barnes Chapel Monday afternoon at 1:00 pm.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Petra Durovski
Peacefully surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a valliant battle with cancer on Monday, December 5, 2022 at age 82.
Beloved wife of the late Boshko (2017).
Loving mother of Elisa and Nancy (Ed).
Proud Baba of Amanda (Josh), Nicholas and Cassandra.
Dear sister of the late German and Lubanka.
Petra will be lovingly remembered by her many friends and extended family.
A special thank you to the doctors and nurses in the Palliative Care Unit at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their wonderful care and support.
Family and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. Nedela Macedonian Orthodox Church, 485 Bayly Street West, Ajax on Friday, December 9, 2022 at 2 pm. Reception to follow at St. Nedela.
Patrick Ricardo DeMattos
1946 -2022
Patrick Ricardo DeMattos lived and died on his own terms.
He even wrote his parting words: “Big man had to go. He left no return address and said goodbye to his loving family, who sent him off with blood pudding and pone.”
That was Patrick, a warrior, who battled to the end, playing dominos and telling jokes.
He will be greatly missed by his wife and friend Helen, his son Sean, daughter Lesley, DIL Melissa, SIL David, and his grandchildren, Jaiden, Jet, and Bo.
Patrick touched many lives, and leaves behind a legacy of generosity, smiles, laughter, and love. RIP, Poppa.
Paul Hlozan
Peacefully, on Monday, November 28, 2022 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 89.
Paul Hlozan, beloved husband of Mary (nee Cervenka) of Seagrave.
Loving father of Dianne, Julie, and Sam.
Will be missed by his grandchildren, great grandchildren, his nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his sister.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
If desired memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation.
Petar Novakovic
1953-2022
God called Petar Novakovic peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, November 28, 2022 at the age of 69.
He will be forever missed by his loving wife, Nevena.
Cherished by his dear children Sinisha (Maria) Novakovic and Ljubisha (Elena) Novakovic.
Adoring and extremely proud Dedo to Nina, Izabella, Petar Jr. and Julian.
He is now reunited with his parents, Ljuban and Danica and also with his brother, Mićo.
He is also reunited with his father-in-law, Vlado Sprikoski and mother-in-law, Todorka Spirkoski.
Survived by his brother-in-law, Peco Spirkoski and Jovan Shalvarov and sister-in-law, Paca Spirkoski and Ljiliana Shalvarov.
Beloved uncle to Miki Shalvarov, Sonja (Bill Asprovski), Villiam Spirkoski (Nicole), Vlatko Spirkoski (Susie) and Dejan Novakovic.
Petar especially loved the sports of Futbol (Soccer) and Tennis and exhibited and taught his knowledge to his children and grandkids.
The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, on Thursday, December 1, 2022 between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Nedela Macedonian Church, 485 Bayly Street West, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 6M7 on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow in Ajax
Paul Robinson Donnelly
It with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend Paul Robinson Donnelly on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
Paul will be dearly missed by his loving wife Jean of 68 years.
Pre-deceased by his mother Nellie (1992), father Sandford (1968), and brother Clair (2021).
Paul is survived by his brother Gordon Donnelly.
Devoted father to his 4 children; Michael (predeceased 2018) (survived by Diane), Judy (Dave), Lynn (John), and Terri (predeceased 2016).
Loving grandfather "Poppy" to Matthew, Mark, Sean and Kelly (Michael), Sarah and Lisa (Judy), Becky and Michael (Lynn), and Joshua (Terri).
As youngsters, the grandchildren will fondly remember that "Poppy" always had a loonie in his pocket for them. He loved seeing the smiles and anticipation on their faces as they waited to receive their treasure each and every time they came to visit.
Poppy was also blessed with 16 great-grand children.
Paul was born in Oshawa, Ontario on August 19, 1936. In 1952, at the age of 16, he joined the "Boys Line" at General Motors, Oshawa and retired in 1986 with 34 years seniority.
He was a hard-working man whose priority in life was to care and provide for his family. He was always there to lend a helping hand, a much needed piece of advice, or simply an ear to bend.
He was a true gentleman to all who knew him. Family meant everything to Paul.
A special thank you goes out to the kind and compassionate caregivers at Hillsdale Estates (Trillium Trail).
Cremation and a private family gathering was held on November 13, 2022.
Arrangements entrusted with MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY .
Pauline Ellis
Of Oshawa, Ontario, breathed her last on November 13, 2022 in her 96th year after a very short illness, and only a few days after celebrating her birthday with friends and family.
Pauline Jean Bennett was born in London, England and met the love of her life, Ivan Ellis during WWII when they both served their country.
Pauline worked in the Woolwich Arsenal while Ivan served England in the Merchant Navy.
They married in 1946 shortly after WWII ended.
They emigrated in 1953 to build a wonderful life in Canada for their six children, Jean, Christine, Janet (Les), Pauline (Bob), John and Robert.
For the past seven years after losing her husband of 69 years, she has lived a full life in her own apartment in Oshawa, with frequent visits from her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Mom will be sorely missed by the family she has left behind.
Her loving children will cherish memories of a wonderful life in Canada that Mom and Dad made possible. Grandma will also be sorely missed by her adoring grandchildren, Michelle (Fred), Samantha (Neil), Adam (Erin), Daniel (Lex), Andrew (Jenny) and Rebecca, as well as her great-grandchildren, Charity, Aiden, Nathaniel, Sloan, Benjamin, Cooper and Nolan.
Grandma was always so much fun, and she got the nickname “Bake Grandma”. She will also be missed by her dearly beloved budgie, Timmy.
Friends and family are invited to gather at Morris Funeral Chapel for a service on Friday November 18th at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army, an organization that Pauline has long supported.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, for their tender care and support during Pauline’s short stay.