Glyn Parsons
Passed away peacefully Sunday September 4th 2022 in his residence in Trenton, Ontario at the age of 89.
Born December 8th 1932 in Goytre, Wales to Tamaran and Sydney Parsons.
Glyn was a proud father to Kerry (Ken) Forsyth and Brad (Spencer) Parsons; Grandfather to Iain, Shannon, Bronwyn, Eli and Davis; and great grandfather to Alex and Allison.
Glyn was a veteran with the British army and enjoyed playing cribbage with anyone who was foolish enough to play.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and his sister Barbara (Dave), and nephew Steve Maunder.
He will be greatly missed by his friends and family.
Gwendolyn “Carol” Anne Little
July 22, 1943 - September 2, 2022
Passed away peacefully at home on Friday September 2nd, 2022.
Predeceased by her husband Gerald Little.
Loving mother of Robert Alan Samuel Little (Jennifer) and Carrie Leigh-Anne Whitwell (Little).
Dear grandmother of Hannah James Little, Rachael Drew Little and Kyleigh Ruth-Anne Whitwell.
Dear sister of the late Rev. Donald Parr and the late June Thaylor (Parr).
Carol was a very proud Mother and Grandmother.
A Private Family Service will be held at a future date on Gull Lake in Minden.
In lieu of flowers Carol’s family would appreciate donations be made to a local animal rescue shelter as she was a lover of animals.
For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Gladys Ellen Bryant
1921 - 2022 Peacefully passed away at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, on September 3, 2022, in her 101st year, with her family by her side.
She was a loving mother to her children Ken predeceased (Bernice), Ron (Diane), Linda (Tony), Debbie (Randy), and honourary daughter Gail.
In addition to her children, she will be greatly missed by her four grandchildren, Nicole (Mark), Scott, Chad (Kerryanne), Shawn (Michelle), seven great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Predeceased by her two brothers, sister, her parents and her lifelong friend, Reta.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home, Ajax.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Princess Margaret, Heart & Stroke or the charity of your choice.
Grace Hancock
September 23, 1930 - September 3, 2022
(Dedicated Church organist and Concert Pianist/Teacher)
Passed away surrounded by the love of family on Saturday September 3rd, 2022 at the age of 91.
Cherished daughter of the late George and Norah Hancock.
Predeceased by her brother Douglas and her sister Barbara.
Survived and forever loved by her sister-in-law Suzanne and her nephews Richard and his wife Laura and Robert and his wife Rita.
Grace is loved by her god children Jacqueline, Joseph, Edward, Matthew and Jason.
In memory of Grace memorial donations to Holy Family Catholic Church would be appreciated.
Visitation and Funeral Mass details will be confirmed as soon as possible.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Giuseppina (Pina) Maffei
November 14, 1958 - September 3, 2022
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 3, 2022 in her home surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 63.
Beloved wife of Michael of 46 years.
Loving mother to Luigi, Vittoria (Peter) and the late Innocenza.
Cherished daughter of Pasqua and the late Luca.
Dearest sister of Giovanni (Gianna), Carlo (Maria-Grazia), Raffaella (Tommaso) & Domenico (Giusy).
Giuseppina will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews, friends and family here in Canada & abroad.
Giuseppina had a heart of gold, a passion for life and would never hesitate to lend a helping hand when needed.
During the years Giuseppina would open her heart and home to many and would take great pleasure in ensuring all who visited never left with an empty stomach.
Giuseppina’s smile had the ability to light up a room, her positive attitude and sense of humour will be missed by all.
Throughout all the years of her life she lived with elegance and grace and always made sure she dressed to dazzle a room with her beauty.
The family would sincerely like to thank all the healthcare workers at Sunnybrook and the many PSW’s and nurses who cared for Giuseppina during her courageous battle.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 91 Ribblesdale Dr., Whitby. Interment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Brain Cancer Canada.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
George Douglas Brown
September 6, 1929 - August 29, 2022.
George passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and, as he wished, on his beloved Glenrothes Farm where he was born almost 93 years ago.
Partner in life for 65 years with his dearly loved wife Audrey who predeceased him in 2017.
Loved and admired father to Nancy Brown Andison and husband Michael and to Douglas Brown and wife Yvonne.
Adored grandfather to Julian (Emily) and Jordan (Annie) Brown and to Nicholas and Patrick Andison and great grandfather to George Ernest Brown.
Cherished brother of Eunice Jewell and Lois McEachern and the late Norma Wright and Lorne Brown.
George attended school in Beaverton, Ontario where he and Audrey became high school sweethearts.
He went on to attend Toronto Normal School, graduating as a teacher at 19 years of age and beginning his teaching career in a one-room school at Bagotville, where he agreed to also be the school janitor so he could earn extra money to marry Audrey.
George and Audrey married in 1952 and moved to Pickering where George continued to teach school.
He retired from teaching in 1984 after a 35-year career, having built lifelong friendships with both fellow teachers and former students.
Always a community supporter, George volunteered throughout his life leading youth sports, activities, and clubs and as a board member or active participant in agricultural organizations, community life, and the church.
An exceptionally intelligent, well informed, kind, and friendly soul, George was a lifelong learner, a highly respected teacher, and well-regarded cattleman.
Visitation: Monday September 5th, 1 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm, Beacan Presbyterian Church, Beaverton.
Service: Tuesday September 6th, 11 am, Beacan Presbyterian Church followed by interment at the Old Stone Church Cemetery, Beaverton.
In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to the Ontario 4-H Foundation or the Beaverton Thorah Eldon Historical Society (through canadahelps.org) or to a charity of your choice.
Geraldine “Gerry” Anne Brittain
1938 - 2022
It is with great sadness the family of Geraldine “Gerry” Anne Brittain (nee Moodie) announce her passing at Lakeridge Health Ajax on August 28th in her 84th year.
Gerry was the cherished wife of the late David Brittain and beloved mother of Joel (Carolyn), Steven, and Paul (Cindy).
Loving grandmother to Jamie and Ashley and beloved Aunt to many nephews and nieces.
Gerry was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Audrey Moodie and her brother Joseph. Gerry was raised and spent most of her life in Pickering Village before retirement took her to Buckhorn Ontario.
Retirement also allowed her to spend her winters in Hollywood Florida.
She will be missed by her dear friends in all of these locations.
In lieu of flowers a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Gertrude ‘Trudy’ Sucee
(February 24, 1933 - August 22, 2022)
(Founding member of St. Vincent's Soup Kitchen, Oshawa, recipient of Benemerenti award for Church Service)
Passed away on Monday August 22, 2022, with her family by her side.
Beloved wife for 66 years of the late Ronald Sucee.
Loving mother of Ralph (deceased), Ken and his wife Heather, Robert and his wife Gloria and Nancy Brown and her husband Doug.
Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Adam, Alana, Angela (Greg), Jeffery (Julie), Meaghan (Andrew), Audrey, Kristal (Ian) and Kyle (Sarah) and her great-grandchildren Wyatt, Kaelan,Lennox, Blake and Sophie.
Dear sister of Pat Menard. Predeceased by sisters, brothers, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Leo Menard, Mabel Prokopick and her husband John, Maggie Torok and her husband Frank, Dorothy Moses and her husband Bob, Gerald and Donald.
The family will receive friends at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL , 1587 Highway 2, Courtice (365-800-4827) on Tuesday August 30 from 6-8 pm.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday August 31st at 10:30 am at St. Therese Catholic Church, 3800 Courtice Rd., Courtice, followed by interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be placed at courticefuneralchapel.com .
George Balfour Tatem
1939 - 2022
After a courageous battle, George passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 20th, 2022.
Predeceased by his loving wife Hazel (2014).
Much loved father of Stewart and Spencer.
He is survived by his sister Gloria.
Predeceased by siblings Leighton, Terrance and Ercelle.
Born in St. Kitts, raised in Barbados, he married and raised a family in Canada. George was a CMA and a Controller for Standard Industries. George co-founded the Barbados Business Council for entrepreneurs.
He taught at Centennial College and was an active volunteer in his community and within the Dunbarton Fairport Church.
In 1993 he received the honour of a five year volunteer service award from the Ontario government. He was much loved and will be greatly missed.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home, Ajax. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 29th at 11 am at the Dunbarton Fairport United Church (1066 Dunbarton Rd, Pickering).
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Parkinson Canada
Gladys Eldora Innis
1946 - 2022
Gladys Eldora Innis passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, August 19th, 2022 at the age of 75.
She was the daughter of Arden Ashton and Marion (nee Dorrington) Innis.
She is suvived by her sisters Peggy Este, Yvonne Spencer (Errol), and Deborah Coward (Reuben) and her brother, Arden Innis (Penny).
She will be fondly remembered by her four sons, Robert Dean Loscher, Jeffrey Shawn Starzenski, Andrew Scott Loscher (Louise), and Jeffrey Sean Innis (Heather).
She is also survived by her eleven grandchildren and nine great-grand children.
She had a kind heart and she loved African art, soul music and all kinds of people.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
Donations can be made in her name to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH).