Clive Lilwall
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April 18, 1942 - December 18, 2022
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Clive Lilwall of Whitby, Ontario on Sunday December 18th, at the age of 80 years.
Clive was born in Fleetwood, England, and moved to Ontario, Canada in 1968. He taught Communications at Durham College in Oshawa for 27 years. Clive was a passionate writer and an accomplished author.
He enjoyed tennis, travelling, bowling, hiking, carving, and spending time with his cat, Layla.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 34 years, Erika Lilwall; daughter: Karen Lilwall (John MacLean) and stepdaughter Carmen Knight-Wade (Vernon Wade); grandchildren: Joshua, KendraLee, Sidny, John, and Wesley; brother, Nick Lilwall; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
If so desired memorial donations may be made to the Oshawa / Whitby Humane Society.
A celebration for family and friends will be held on January 3rd. Please contact Erika for more information.
Carmen Mottley
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February 02, 1937 - December 10, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa Ontario with her family by her side.
Wife of Neville (late) and mother of Cecil (Chandy), Mathew (late), Cyntie (Curtis), Ryan (Crystal) and Brian (Karen). Grandmother of 25 and Great Grandmother of 7.
Pre-deceased by her mother Mary Joseph and father David Suchit.
She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother who adored her family with her entire heart.
She was passionate about her family. Carmen was the greatest wife, mother and grandmother of all and mother to all. She will surely be missed, and it will be hard to move on without her.
Visitation will be held at the DeStefano Funeral Home, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa, on Sunday December 18th, from 2:00-4:00pm. A funeral service will be held on Monday December 19th, at 10:00 am. Visitation from 9:00 am until time of service at Kendalwood Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 300 Kendalwood Road, Whitby. Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery in Oshawa.
Cathy Diane Tonk
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JULY 17, 1953 – DECEMBER 11, 2022
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother Cathy Diane Tonks.
She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family.
Her husband of 48 years David Tonks , son Jeffrey Tonks (Rhonda Allen) Benjamin Tonks (Raegan Pawley) and grandson Connor Tonks.
She will be missed by her brother Mike Milling his wife Cindy and nieces Ginny and Heather.
Family and friends are invited to say their final goodbyes at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, (905-432-8484) on December 21st, starting with visitation at 9:00 a.m. until time of Service in the Chapel at 10:00 a.m.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at courticefuneralchapel.com .
Carolina Deligio
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July 21, 1928 - December 6, 2022
It is with overwhelming sadness that the family shares the peaceful passing of Carolina on December 6, 2022 at the age of 94.
Devoted wife of Saverio 64 years.
Cherished mother to Vito (Anna Maria) Deligio.
Beloved Nonna to Frank, James and Carolyn.
She was a kind and generous woman with a beautiful heart.
Always enjoyed helping and taking care of others.
She took pleasure from the simple things in life and put a smile on anyone who came across her presence.
She will be truly missed by her loved ones.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Sunday, December 18th from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Prayers 7:00 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at ST. MARY OF THE PEOPLE CATHOLIC CHURCH (570 Marion Ave., Oshawa) on Monday, December 19th at 10:30 a.m. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Czeslawa Kowalczyk
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October 4, 1929 - December 6, 2022
It is with heavy hearts that the children of Czeslawa Kowalczyk (nee Pietrzak), announce her passing peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family at home on December 6th , 2022 in her 94th year.
Born on October 4, 1929, outside of Łodz, Poland to Jan and Leokadia Pietrzak, Czeslawa endured many hardships and persevered in the end.
During World War II, at a young age, she and her family were sent to Germany for forced labour. They all survived that ordeal and were later released back home.
Predeceased by her brother Lesak and sister Sabina of Poland.
Survived by her sister Marila (Marilyn) of Poland. Predeceased by her husband Jan (John) (1985).
Adored and much-loved mother of daughters Mary and Elizabeth (Michael) and son John, all of Oshawa. Many thanks to cousin Annie and her family, for their love and support during this time.
Czeslawa will be dearly missed by many extended family members and friends, here in Canada and Poland.
Czeslawa will be remembered by her great work ethic and kindness to people. A woman with many talents and interests. Her love for fashion, her famous cabbage rolls, her love for gardening, sewing, knitting, crocheting, music and dancing. We will miss her stories of old and new.
As a devout Catholic, Czeslawa was a proud member of St. Hedwig’s Church for many years.
Czeslawa had the eternal strength of a true warrior and was forever known as a kind and gentle woman, who always put family first.
Special thanks to cardiologist Dr. Edward Long and Dr. Ibrahim Abdul-Rahman for taking care of Mom.
Many thanks to the Community Care Durham Team, Nurse Daphne, the PSW’s, and physiotherapist Nancy for their great care of Mom.
Also, many thanks to Emergency Services; fire, police and paramedics who attended.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 16, 2022 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Prayers and rosary will be from 4 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa).
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11 a.m. at St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Catharina “Rini” Bouwmeester
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Born on November 7, 1937 in Hellendoorn, Netherlands, Rini passed away peacefully at her home in Port Perry on Friday, December 9, 2022, after a very courageous battle with cancer.
Rini (nee Heetkamp) has been reunited with her best friend and husband Henk Bouwmeester (1935-2017).
A wonderful mother and an amazing Oma, Rini is survived by her three sons Tim (Laurie), Alen (Kim) and Mark (Tammy); her five grandchildren Caine (Clare), Taylar (Cody), Lisa (Matt), Jazmine and Jade (Connor); and her five great-grandchildren Olivia, Annabel, Kallie, Benjamin Henk, and Riley.
The oldest of 9 children, Rini came to Canada in 1961 looking for adventure.
She was an avid rug hooker and an active member of the Catholic Women's League for nearly 55 years, making lasting friendships at both.
Rini will be lovingly remembered by her brothers and sisters both in Canada and the Netherlands (Miep, Henk, Joke (deceased), Sientje, Tony, Elly, Jan, and Gettie), and her many nieces and nephews, and friends.
The family of Rini Bouwmeester will receive friends at the Wagg Funeral Home, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry, on Tuesday, December 13th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1710 Scugog Street (Hwy 7A) in Port Perry on Wednesday, December 14th at 11 a.m. with Father Keith Wallace officiating.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Oak Ridges Hospice of Durham.
Cornelia “Cora” Renske Mieras
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Of Beaverton, born Oct.16, 1928, died peacefully in her sleep at Lakeview Manor with family at her side on Dec.8, 2022 at the age of 94.
Dearly beloved wife for 63 years to Jacob Mieras (predeceased).
Beloved mother of John Mieras (predeceased), twins Cathy Mieras (predeceased) and Anna (Brian) Jewell, Irene (Randy-predeceased) Skinner, Aggie (Dave) Gray, Mary (John) Schweier Rideout and Miriam (Bill) Brethour.
Cora was a loving Oma to 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Cora was born an only child to Dr. Willem and Egberdina Reilingh in Wemeldinge, Zeeland, Holland, studied nursing and married Jacob in the Netherlands, before immigrating to Canada in 1953 as a new bride.
Cora was strong, hardworking, generous, quiet and preferred working in the background.
She was a member of Beaverton Women’s Institute, Beaverton Historical Society, Beaverton Horticultural Society, the bridge club, a life member of the UCW at St. Andrews United Church in Beaverton, a church greeter, and organized funeral lunches and flowers and candles for church dinners.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Lakeview Manor for the excellent care that Mom received over the past 5 years.
Visitation will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, Beaverton, on Monday December 12th from 12noon until time of funeral service at 1:00P.M. Private family interment Stone Church Cemetery.
If so desired, memorial donations in memory of Cora to the L.V.M Ladies Auxiliary, Beaverton Horticultural Society, or to the Brock Community Foodbank would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Christine Price
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Christine passed away November 26, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a long battle with several health conditions.
Loving Mother of Keisha, Alex and Tristan, our protector and daughter to Arthur and Heather.
Christine was smart, and knowledgeable with every subject and always there for anyone with help and advice.
Christine was a social butterfly and throughout her 46 years of life has made many friendships which she adored.
Christine was the life of the party, our material girl and always center of attention.
Visitation will be held at the DeStefano Funeral Home, 1289 Keith Ross Drive in Oshawa, on Saturday December 10th from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel at 3:00pm.
Carl Edward Sims
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February 5, 1939 – December 1, 2022
It is with heavy hearts the family of Carl Edward Sims announce his passing at his home on Thursday December 1st 2022, at the age of 83.
Beloved husband of Tracey Sims.
Loved and cherished father to Mark Sims (Kathleen), Todd Sims (Wendy), Kelly Brewer (Shane), Kristy Sims (Jorge), step father to Erin Gardner (Braden) and Kyle Welsh.
He was proud of and will be fondly remembered by his 6 grand children.
Carl had a passion for trains, boats and the great outdoors.
Something he loved sharing with his children and grandchildren.
He was a retired Terminal manager at CP Rail, where he worked for 40+ years."
As per Carl’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.
Online messages of condolence may be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Cindy-Lynne Moore
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Passed away at her home in Whitby with family by her side on Wednesday November 23rd, 2022 at the age of 45.
Loved and loving daughter of Dave and Janis Moore of Whitby. Cherished sister of Rob and his wife Kristen Moore and their children Jake and Cameron.
Cindy will be fondly remembered by her many friends and extended family and sadly missed by her best friend and constant companion Spencer.
Cindy’s family would like to acknowledge and offer their heartfelt thank you to the many in the health care team who provided much more than just care over the last several years.
Visitation at Salvation Army Oshawa Temple, 570 Thornton Rd. N. Oshawa on Saturday December 3rd, from 1:00 pm until time of funeral service in the Church at 2:00 pm
In memory of Cindy and in lieu of flowers memorial donations to North York General Hospital Foundation or Lupus would be appreciated.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
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