Harry Van De Wiel
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May 2nd, 1927 - November 28th, 2021
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harry on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at his home at the age of 94.
He was the beloved husband of Maria (nee Van Kuik) for 62 years and Father of Elisabeth (Rob), Jack (Carrie), Paul (Linda), and Jody and the proud Opa of Robert (Laura), James, Jamie, Cory, Heather, Kenny and Great Opa to Emma and Letty.
Harry was born in Cuijk, Netherlands, on May 2, 1927, the third of nine children to Jacobus Van de Wiel and Anna Cuipers.
Predeceased by siblings and their spouses, Jan (Fien), Door (Antoon), Hanneke, Piet (Annie), Gerit (Nellie), Riet and sister-in-laws Toos and Martina. He is survived by brothers Wim and Cor.
Harry will be missed by his extended Van Kuik in-law family, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Harry, an enterprising young man served his obligatory military service in Indonesia, then in 1951, left his family and their farm behind in the Netherlands and struck out for Canada to make his place in the world.
After having tried his hand at various jobs, decided that being an owner/operator of a haulage firm was the vocation for him. He successfully operated and expanded Van de Wiel Haulage, a business which carries on to this day. In 1957, he met Maria (Riet), they married in 1959 and together they started their family. He took great pride and pleasure in his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Harry had a zest for life and had many varied interests. Socializing with friends and family, playing tennis, golfing, biking, skiing, playing bridge and the Dutch card game Rikken. He thoroughly enjoyed taking in a good soccer or tennis match on tv and spending an afternoon watching live horse racing.
Harry and Riet have reveled in travelling over the years as well as spending winter months at their condo in Florida for 26 years. They retired to their home in Whitby along the lake, where they have enjoyed living for the past 16 years.
Harry will be remembered fondly for his sense of humour, boisterous laughter, quick wit and smile. He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed.
A sincere heartfelt thank you to Dr. Eapen and his staff for their dedicated service of looking after Harry for the past 20 years.
Also, thank you for the care and support from the wonderful team of nurses at Partners In Care, this past year.
Cremation has taken place and a 'Celebration of Life' reception will take place at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME , 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Sunday January 9th, from 1:00 – 2:30 and from 2:30 – 4:00.
All guests must register to attend using the RSVP service on the Barnes website. Proof of vaccination is required. Anyone who requires assistance to register may call the Reservation Desk at 905 655 3662 between 10:00 am and 4:00pm daily.
For those who may wish to make a donation in Harry's memory, the family requests them to consider Doctors Without Borders.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Hans Zimmer
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September 12th, 1946 - November 24th, 2021
Hans Zimmer, born September 12, 1946 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 75.
Beloved husband of Rosemarie for over 49 years.
Loving father of Craig (Andrea) and Matthew (Brandi). Cherished Opa of Nathaniel, Noah, Katherine, and Isaac.
Hans will be missed by his nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
How do you sum up a person? He worked hard, spending 35 years doing shiftwork at DuPont to ensure that his family always never went without.
He had a playful spirit, loving to tease have fun with those he around him.
He was very sociable and would talk to anyone, joking, laughing and talking.
He loved to travel and found a second home in Malta, his summers there were something that he lived for. He loved sports and followed his Toronto teams to the end.
He loved his family and always showed it in his own unique way.
He was married for 49 years and he loved Rose deeply. They built a family and life together; they saw the world together and they will forever be as one.
He cared for her while she recovered from an accident, doing all he could to help her return to health in ways that many don’t know about. He was a father who taught his boys to work hard, fight hard and always be true to yourself.
His lessons might not have been traditional, but they worked and he was so proud of his sons and their accomplishments. He adored his grandchildren, who brought him more joy than he had ever expected, and they became the centre of his life.
He went to watch their sports, dance recitals, Christmas concerts and activities. They softened him and made him love in a way he never thought possible.
They were his heart and his world. He loved his family deeply, and in his mind, they were his greatest accomplishment in life.
As per his wishes, there will be no service or ceremony and cremation has taken place, and Hans would like everyone to have a beer in his memory and remember him fondly.
Arrangements entrusted with ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME .
To share an online condolence please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Harold Gilvey Hillier
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June 4, 1948 - November 24, 2021
Passed away peacefully at the Peterborough Regional Hospital Centre on Wednesday November 24th, 2021 from Oshawa, ON surrounded by his family.
Gilvey was born on June 4th, 1948 in Botwood, NL to Rita Allix (mother) and raised by his grandparents Max and Olive Hillier.
Gilvey is predeceased by his mother Rita Allix, grandparents Max and Olive Hillier, brothers Alan and Roy, sisters Alma (Cletus) Alexander, Beverley Allix, and in-laws Tobias (Anna) Parsons, Dennis, Joyce, Alan, Boyde, and Rodney.
Left to mourn Gilvey is his wife, Kathrine Hillier, daughters Loretta (Randy) Hillier, Jennifer Hillier, and Anna (Clifford) Wheatcroft, grandchildren Josh, Sean, Katie, Zoe, and William and great-grandchild Xavier, brother Donald Rex (Debbie) Hillier, sisters Donna (Wayne) Moore, Laura (Thane) MacKenzie, and in-laws Judy Hillier, Mary Hillier, Minnie (Everett), Doreen (Sam), Keith (Shirley), and Alvina (Carm).
Gilvey will always be remembered for his sense of humor, bright smile, and joyful nature. He was always willing to lend a hand and his heart.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel. Due to COVID19 restrictions, registration is required to attend the visitation and service.
If you would like to attend, please register at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME or by calling 905-433-4711.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Jumpstart.
Helen Hardy
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March 29th, 1921 - November 20th, 2021
Passed away at the Village of Taunton Mills on Saturday November 20th, 2021 at the age of 100.
Fondly remembered by her family and friends.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Herbert Thomas Bedford
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Peacefully, on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 85.
Herb Bedford of Lindsay, beloved husband of Doreen Stickwood.
Loving father of Angela Bedford, Thomas Bedford, Patrick Bedford (Lysanne), Valerie (John Crawford), Marjorie Bedford, Karen (Lloyd McCarthy), and David Bedford (Lydia). Step father of Janice (John Radwich), and Robert Stickwood.
Loved grandfather and great grandfather.
Dear brother of James Bedford, Gerry Bedford (Linda), and the late Doris Stoffer, Margaret Morton, and Richard Bedford. Best friend of Ron Jacob.
Private arrangements.
If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Harry Robert Kruk
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January 8th, 1951 - November 11th, 2021
Passed away at home on Thursday November 11, 2021 at the age of 70.
Harry leaves behind his wife, Janine (nee. Szemiot), his grandchildren; Kristina and Jesse, and his daughters; Lisa Kruk (James), and Stephanie Kruk.
Survived by his sister Anne-Marie (Walter).
Harry is predeceased by his parents, Stan and Therese, and his brother Robert.
He will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.
Visitation will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME 124 King Street East on Sunday November 14, 2021 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM.
Reservations are required to attend, to RSVP please visit ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME or call 905-433-4711. Masks are mandatory.
Mass will be celebrated at St. Hedwig’s Roman Catholic Church 411 Olive Avenue, Oshawa, on Monday November 15, 2021 at 11:00 AM. Cremation.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to St. Hedwig’s Renovation Fund, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family.
For online condolences, please visit armstrongfuneralhome.ca .
Helen O. Rudka
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(October 31, 1921 – November 6, 2021)
“The Butterfly Lady” - Peacefully at her residence with her son James by her side on Saturday November 6th, 2021 at 100 years of age.
Predeceased by her husband Peter Rudka.
Loving mother to Gary, Bob (Sharri), Patricia (Brian) and James.
Cherished Bopcha to Damian and Emily.
Grandmother to Tracie, Jodie, Amber and Shane, and great grandmother to many.
Predeceased by her brother Henry.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday November 12th from 4 – 8 p.m. To sign up for visitation, please use the following link: https://signup.com/go/HMdbuXq
A funeral mass will be held at ST. GERTRUDE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 690 King Street East, Oshawa on Saturday, November 13th at 2:00 p.m. To sign up for the mass, please us the following link: https://signup.com/go/VBKYBZr
**Proof of full vaccination, along with government issued ID, are mandatory to attend indoor visitation and funeral services for those age 12 and older. Masks are required.
For service information please go to the Oshawa Funeral Home website at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME .
She will be fondly remembered by her extended family and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Herman Henry Fice
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Passed away quietly into the presence of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, early on Wednesday, November 3rd, 2021 at Hillsdale Estates, Blueberry Hill at age 97.
Herman was born in Bowmanville on January 20, 1924 to the late Wesley and Ida Fice.
Beloved husband of his first wife, the late Elsie (Rahm) (1993) and his second wife, the late Mary (Pattison) (2021).
Pre-deceased by his brothers, Ray (Sadie) Fice and Elwood Fice. Survived by his sister-in-law, Reta (Forsey) Fice.
Loved deeply by his two children - Paul (Wanda) Fice of Bowmanville and Joanne (David) Stoliker of Oshawa.
Dearest Poppy to Meredith (Nathan) Dinnick, Morgan Stoliker (Cody Gouldburn) and Cory Fice. Dear Great-Poppy to twins Eli and Lily Stoliker and "the boy", Wesley Dinnick.
Cherished step-dad to June (Sid) Hoiting and David (Jen) Shepherd, all of Burlington. Dear Grandpa to Meaghan (Brad) McPherson, Robyn Hoiting (Ryan), Leah Hoiting (Mike), Colin (Jessie) Shepherd, Andrew, T.J., Kaitlyn and Jamie. Great-Grandpa to Brayden, Cohen and Talia McPherson.
Uncle Herman will be greatly missed by Linda and Dennis Brown, Judy and Terry Devitt, Alan Fice, David and Tracy Fice and Sandra and Gord Weir.
Also loved and remembered by his friends at Pine Ridge Bible Chapel, Courtice as well as family and friends in Ontario, Mexico and the U.S.
Heartfelt thanks and love to the staff at Hillsdale Estates, Blueberry Hill - his Doctors, nurses, caregivers, physiotherapists, dining staff and maintenance staff. You are all Angels!
Private family service held on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 11 a.m., then general visitation from 1 - 3 p.m. at Morris Funeral Chapel, Bowmanville.
Donations may be made to FBH International (Family Bible Hour), or a CHARITY of your choice.
Hazel Connelly
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November 22, 1927 – November 5, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom.
While she has left us, she has united with the love of her life our dad, Walter 1961.
She leaves behind to mourn her Roy, Gloria and Larry, Larry and Iris and Wally and Stephanie.
Mom was a much loved Granny and Great-Granny.
Mom was the proud daughter of Lorne and Ada Potter of Bowmanville and was honored to be in a family of eighteen children. She had many stories of fun times both “down home” and “Cornwall”.
Above all else, she loved her family. Her children and their families.
The family she was born into and the family who welcomed her into theirs when she met and married our dad. She will be missed.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Wednesday, November 10th from 12:30 p.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 1:30 p.m.
Extended family and friends are invited to sign up to attend services.
Please use the following link https://signup.com/go/zRZozsu
Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Proof of full vaccination, along with government issued ID, are mandatory to attend indoor funeral services for those age 12 and older. Masks are required.
Harold Taylor
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(1973 - 2021) - Harold Taylor passed suddenly on the morning of Sunday, October 31, 2021.
He will be sadly missed by his daughter Kayla Donohue (Tim) and sons Ricky (Kelsey) and Matthew.
Along with his 6 grandchildren Aiden, Conor, Reilly, Finnick, Pyper and Brooklyn as well as his mother Joanne, father Harold, sister Renee and family.
Arrangements are entrusted with McEachnie Funeral Home, Ajax.
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