STEINER, Gerhard “Gerry” Steiner
Gerhard "Gerry" Steiner
August 26, 1954 - October 18, 2024
On Friday, October 18, 2024, in his 70th year, Gerry Steiner passed away peacefully with his family by his side.
Gerry was a devoted husband to his wife of 44 years, Marie, and a loving father to his daughters Michelle (Ricardo) and Leanne (Max). He was a proud and caring grandfather to William, with another grandchild on the way. He is survived by his father George and sister Karing (Robert), and predeceased by his mother Hildegard.
Gerry will be sadly missed by his in-laws Rose, Sandra, Lea, John, and his many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers-in-law Jim and Ron, his nephew Matthew, and nephew-in-law Paolo.
Remembered as a true friend, colleague, and leader, Gerry maintained lifelong friendships and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He lived life to the fullest, with a love for dancing, unique taste in music, Formula 1, and spending time at the cottage. His final words to his family were, "I love you very much," and to his wife, "We had a good life."
A gathering will take place at McEachnie Funeral Home on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM.
Susie & Roy Szabady shared: "Our deepest sympathies to you Marie and the family. Gerry was such a good person with a great sense of humor. I fondly remember our time on Reay Lake and the Homeworthy family."
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at McEachnie Funeral Home.
MENDONCA, Everard Bernard Mendonca
Everard Bernard Mendonca
May 2, 1954 - October 16, 2024
In loving memory of Everard Bernard Mendonca, who passed away on October 16, 2024. Everard was a beacon of warmth, brilliance, and care. He touched the lives of many with his gentle guidance and love, and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held at McEachnie Funeral Home on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Service times will be posted once confirmed.
Everard will always be remembered and cherished by his family and friends. Condolences shared by loved ones beautifully capture his impact:
Merle Winch writes: "Thank you for being the best Brother a Sister could ever have. You have been an Inspiration to everyone around you... You will always be remembered and loved by me."
Mrs. Joan & Rev. Mr. Philip Fernandez share: "We share the faith of your Son's disciples and the hope of the children of God. Bring the light of Christ's resurrection to this time of testing and pain as we pray for Everard."
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at McEachnie Funeral Home.
MYTIL, Joseph Mytil
Joseph Mytil
March 20, 1945 - October 16, 2024
Joseph Mytil passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. He will be remembered for the love and joy he brought to his family and friends.
A viewing will take place at McEachnie Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by a Funeral Service from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Interment will follow at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens at 12:15 PM.
Joseph's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. As written in Revelation 21:3-4, “God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.”
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at McEachnie Funeral Home.
BUSBY, Carol Elizabeth Busby (née Gattis)
Carol Elizabeth Busby (née Gattis)
Wednesday, January 3, 1945 - Saturday, October 19, 2024
In loving memory of Carol Busby, who passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 19, 2024, at the age of 79.
Carol is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Derek, and their daughters Karen and Christine (Rob). She was a cherished grandmother to Matthew, Chloe, Madelyn, and Owen.
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.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home.
PETERS, William “Bill” Malcolm Peters
William "Bill" Malcolm Peters
16-Feb-1944 – 12-Oct-2024
William (Bill) Malcolm Peters passed away peacefully on October 12th, 2024, at the age of 80. He is survived by his only daughter Lesley (Chris), his brother Jim, and his three granddaughters, Kiana, Alexandra, and Rowen, who were lovingly known as "Papa’s girls." Bill was predeceased by his wife Marion, his brother Archie, and his parents Isobel and Archibald.
Bill will be dearly missed by his family, both immediate and extended, as well as by many friends. The family wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate nurses of the Critical Care Unit at Markham-Stouffville Hospital.
A service for Bill will be held on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, Oshawa. Visitation will take place from 12:00 PM until the time of the service in the chapel at 1:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program in Bill’s memory would be greatly appreciated.
Funeral Details
Visitation
Oshawa Funeral Home
Event Times: 29-Oct-2024 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Celebration of Life
Oshawa Funeral Home
Event Times: 29-Oct-2024 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Oshawa Funeral Home.
DOYON, Paulette Doyon
Paulette Doyon
27-Jun-1961 - 11-Oct-2024
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Paulette Doyon on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the age of 63.
Paulette was the cherished mother of Richard, Sheryl (Sheldon), Ashley (Travis), and Courtney (Jacob). She was a proud nana to her beloved grandchildren Kayla, Makenna, Abby, Madisen, and Maren. Her dear companion was her fur baby, Mickey, affectionately known as "Mouse."
She is survived by her siblings Yvonne (Paul), Gisele, Norman (Patti), Suzanne (Tara), Alcide (Linda), and Pierre. Paulette is predeceased by her parents Blanche (Pierre) and Napoleon, as well as her siblings Phillip (Doreen), Alan, and Jean-Paul. She will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A service to celebrate Paulette's life will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road in Whitby, ON, at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Paulette’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
Funeral Details
Chapel Service
Mount Lawn Funeral Home
Event Times: 20-Oct-2024 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home.
BRADSHAW, Bruce Dexter Bradshaw
Bruce Dexter Bradshaw
16-Apr-1934 - 12-Oct-2024
Bruce Dexter Bradshaw, born in London, England, on April 16, 1934, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024. After 90 years of giving his all, he is now at rest.
Bruce often said the smartest thing he ever did was marrying Jean, something he lovingly repeated for over 64 years. He was a humble man, never seeking the spotlight, but always willing to help others. Whether building new things, fixing what was broken, or simply offering support, Bruce had an incredible ability to figure things out and make them work.
He was there for all moments—big, quiet, sad, and everything in between. His love and support were constants for family and friends. His legacy of kindness, helpfulness, and steadfast presence will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
Bruce leaves behind his beloved wife, Jean, and their children David (Brenda) and Jackie, as well as his cherished grandchildren Parker, Megan, Sydney, and Stephanie (predeceased by Spencer). His manner, teachings, and example will live on in them.
He will be dearly missed by all who knew him—honey, dad, grandad, Bruce, Mr. B, uncle Bruce, Mr. Bradshaw, friend.
A Celebration of Bruce's life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road (north of Dundas), on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bruce's memory can be made to Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home.
COOK, Elizabeth Irene Cook
Elizabeth Irene Cook
3-Jul-1935 - 12-Oct-2024
In loving memory of Elizabeth Irene (Betty) Cook (née Reardon), who passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, at the age of 89, surrounded by the love of her family at Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry.
Betty was the loving mother of Joan Butt (Steve), Bill (Tania), John (Lisa), Jane, and Jim (Sheri). She was the proud and cherished grandmother of Stephanie, Travis (Kristen), Katelyn (Dave), Mickenzie, Cody (Megan), Justin, Keenan (Jenna), and Tanner, and the beloved great-grandmother of Kaylee, Alexis, Jason, Reid, Presley, Hannah, Arya, and Callyn.
Predeceased by her loving husband of 54 years, Harold Cook, her son Robert (Bob), and granddaughter Jessica Butt, Betty will be fondly remembered by her family and friends.
A talented seamstress with a great eye for quality antiques, Betty, along with her late husband Harold, refinished and sold numerous pieces at antique shows. She treasured her time spent with friends, especially the ‘over the hill gang’.
Betty will be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A Celebration of Life will be held on November 8, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Oshawa Navy Club, 320 Viola Ave., Oshawa.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations in Betty’s memory to the Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry. Please visit the donation tab at the top of this page for a link to the Oak Ridges website.
Arrangements entrusted to Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery.
Funeral Details
Celebration of Life
Oshawa Navy Club
Event Times: 8-Nov-2024 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home.
FENTON, Doreen Fenton
Doreen Fenton
17-Oct-1934 - 17-Oct-2024
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa on her 90th birthday. Elizabeth Doreen Fenton (Millson) was born in Newtonville, Ontario, on October 17, 1934, to Pearl (Stapleton) and Lanson Millson.
She is predeceased by her four brothers Leland, Edgar, Lawrence, and Floyd, as well as her sisters-in-law Phyllis Millson of Bowmanville and Iva Millson of Port Hope. Doreen is now reunited with her beloved husband of 57 years, Robert Fenton.
She leaves behind her beloved sons John (Jennifer) and Steven (Patricia), as well as her adored grandchildren Aarika, Aaliyah, and Anna, and cherished great-grandson Avi. Doreen will also be remembered fondly by many nieces and nephews.
Doreen graduated from Oshawa General Hospital School of Nursing in 1957 and worked as a nurse in Saskatoon and Oshawa. She later became a stay-at-home mother, caring for her two sons. Following her time as a mother at home, she worked for the City of Oshawa as a swimming instructor and was a member of the Oshawa Senior John St. Choir.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Rd, Whitby. A visitation will take place on Sunday, October 27th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The service will follow on Monday, October 28th at 11:00 AM, with visitation one hour prior. A reception will follow, with a private interment at Mount Lawn Cemetery.
Funeral Details
Visitation
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery
Event Times: 27-Oct-2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
28-Oct-2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Funeral Service
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery
Event Times: 28-Oct-2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Reception
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery
Event Times: 28-Oct-2024 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Interment
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery
Event Times: 28-Oct-2024 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home.
FERRIE, Alexander Wemyss Ferrie
Alexander Wemyss Ferrie
30-May-1930 - 15-Oct-2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alexander Wemyss Ferrie on October 15, 2024, at the age of 94.
Alexander will be fondly remembered for his wisdom, warmth, and the love he shared with family and friends. His presence brought joy to all who knew him, and his memory will continue to inspire us.
Please take a moment to sign the online guestbook and share your condolences with his loved ones.
Funeral Details
Memorial Visitation
Mount Lawn Funeral Home
Event Times: 2-Nov-2024 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Memorial Service
Mount Lawn Funeral Home
Event Times: 2-Nov-2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Reception
Mount Lawn Funeral Home
Event Times: 2-Nov-2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home.