OCTOBER 12, 1954 - MARCH 29, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Gary James Adamache on March 29, 2023, at Providence Healthcare at the age of 68.

Predeceased by his father Con, Gary will be forever missed by his mother Ruby, sisters Maureen and Phyllis (Harold), brother Blair, aunt Claudia (Elwin), and his many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Gary had a wide range of interests throughout his life living downtown in the heart of Toronto.

He played several instruments and was a keen follower of all of the city’s sports teams, and a long-time member of the Toronto Argonotes Band. In his early years, he travelled extensively across Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia, always staying in touch with frequent letters home.

We invite family and friends to a visitation at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, on Tuesday, April 11, between noon and 1 PM, followed by interment.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bill McMurray Residence , Gary’s home for the past six years.

Thank you.
The Bill McMurdy Residence
180 Sheridan Avenue,
Toronto, Ontario M6K 3C7
(cheques must be sent to the above address...there is no online donation link)

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October 11, 1935 – March 26, 2023

Passionate Voter. Fervent Christian, Polymath and avid Reader of Everything.

Beloved mother of Peter (Lee, deceased) Talbot, Drew Talbot, and Lydia Talbot Hallard.

Grandmother to Samuel, Sandra, Justine, and Nicholas Talbot. Grandma Gracie to Sarah Hallard Roberts and Logan Hallard. Sister to MaryAnn Sheppard, Earl Dechant, and Illene Dechant Smith (deceased).

Grace Dechant was a Philadelphia girl who moved when little with her brothers and sisters to Shenango Township, Pennsylvania and grew up with meagre plumbing and little money. Young Grace dreamed of becoming a store clerk at Philene's.

As a teenager, Grace decided she would be a teacher, so she went back to Philadelphia to Temple University, and learned that she would rather leave teaching children to others.

Grace became a Lutheran pastor’s wife/bank employee in New York for decades (in Ridgewood, Buffalo, Corona Queens, Croton-on-Hudson, White Plains, Ridgewood NJ and then Cambridge NY).

Grace was of the generation of women who raised families and then went back to school as their expectations broadened.

While working for Chemical Bank, Grace first earned an equivalency diploma in banking, then graduated from Mercy College with a B. Sc. in Business Studies.

In middle age, Grace said yes to ex-Catholic priest turned bank vice president Vernon Alden and they rode off on Vern’s Kawasaki motorcycle, eventually building their dream home on a hill in Cambridge New York, overlooking the Green Mountains of Vermont. She talked Vern into attending Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church, Cambridge with her.

One thing led to another, and Vern eventually had his Catholic orders recognized in the Episcopal church and became an Episcopal Priest, thus making Grace a pastor’s wife for the second time.

By the time she retired to Cambridge, Grace was an Assistant Vice President, Customer Relations, at Chemical Bank (now JPMorgan Chase), in New York City (whenever high rolling clients were ruffled, she was called in to smooth down their feathers). While living in Cambridge, Grace went back to school again and earned a Master’s degree in Theology from Saint Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry, Rochester, New York.

She studied locally in the Albany campus, and occasionally drove herself along the New York State Thruway to the main campus in Rochester. This involved many chocolate bars for the road.

Raised Wesleyan Methodist, for many years Lutheran, and then Anglican educated at a Catholic seminary, Grace enjoyed and shared her deep love for these traditions, their music and cultural styles, their intellectual foundations and ethical dilemmas, and their common ground in Christ.

Attending Saint Thomas’ Anglican Church Brooklin since 2002, Grace’s labour of love was to grow the church’s Timothy Pryce library as a living, current resource for parishioners and their families and friends.

A most appropriately named and accomplished woman.

“Truly, the fear the Lord, that is wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding.” – J

Visitation at St. Thomas Anglican Church Brooklin on Saturday April 1st from 10:00 am until time of Funeral Service in the Church Saturday morning at 11:00 am

In loving memory of Grace memorial donations to St. Thomas Anglican Church Brooklin.

Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorial funeralhome.com .

Passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, in his 91st year.

He was loved and cherished by many people, including his beloved wife, Helen, of 66 years (predeceased), his children, Catherine (Rick), Robert, Thomas (Corinne), and Michelle (Robert), eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Bert was born in Walkerton, ON, to Michael and Margaret Meraw.

He grew up in Smiths Falls with his brothers Pat (Jane), Wilfred (predeceased), Larry (predeceased), Lou (predeceased), Michael (predeceased), and sister Betty (predeceased).

Bert lived a full life believing in the power of family, faith, hard work, and weekly commitments to charity and good works in the community.

His epic cycling and hiking trips throughout Canada, Europe, New Zealand, and beyond, made him a legend among his family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary St., N., Oshawa, for a Memorial Mass on Friday, March 10, 2023, at 10:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Bert may be made to the Canadian Kidney Foundation, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of St. Joseph the Worker Parish, or a charity of choice.

Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com .

1944 - 2023

It is with deep sorrow and much love, that we mourn the passing of Lu Williamson of Oshawa, Ontario on March 2nd, 2023 surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer.

Lu was a devoted husband of Gerrie Rupke-Williamson for 13 years and predeceased by wife Brenda (nee Bell) of 40 years in 2007.

Loving father of Steven (Jenn) and Phil (Alana). Stepfather to Richard (Julie), Jodie (Andy) and Matthew (Laura). Lu was a proud Papa to Gracie, Gavin, Sierra, Reece and Justin, Papa Lu to Katelin, Josiah, Jacob, Adam, Marcus, Ryan, Audrey and Leah whom he all adored.

Parents Ray and Alita (nee Moore) Williamson predeceased Lu. Brother to John predeceased (Ruth), Lachlan predeceased (Pia), Gordon (Deb), Laurie (Joan), Alan predeceased (Wynne). Dearly missed by his many nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law Ruth and Jeanne, brother-in-law John Schievink (Nellie) and his extended family and friends.

Lu was the youngest officer hired by the Oshawa Police Force in 1964.

He spent his career as a decorated front-line officer and retired from Durham Regional Police Services in 1999 after 35 years of service. Lu was a director of the Police Association for 30 years.

Lu’s true love was his family and friends. His big smile and bear style hugs were always a welcome sign. Family celebrations were always a competition as to which brother had the best pie.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation at Northcutt Elliot Funeral Home, 53 Division Street North, Bowmanville on Saturday March 11th from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Visitation will also be held at Kingsview United Church, 505 Adelaide Avenue East, Oshawa on Sunday March 12th from 1-2pm followed by the funeral service at 2pm with reception. Interment will be held in the Spring.

If so desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to R.S McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre .

FEBRUARY 26, 1967 – FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Passed away suddenly on February 23rd, 2023 with family by his side, after a brief illness with cancer.

Predeceased by his parents, George and Angie, and step-father Lenny Barlow.

Loving brother to Linda, Edward (Kelly) and Joe (Dani).

Dear uncle to Taylor and Hendrix.

Mike was a very outgoing person, an avid sports fan and was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A private family service will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West with cremation to follow.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Malolepszy family.