SOORIYAMOORTHY, Kamini Sooriyamoorthy (Arulampalam)
Kamini Sooriyamoorthy (Arulampalam)
Sunday, March 11th, 1956 - Sunday, October 13th, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kamini Sooriyamoorthy (Arulampalam), who left us on October 13th, 2024, at the age of 68. Kamini was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and community.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 20th, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Ajax Crematorium & Visitation Centre - Suite A&B, located at 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario. Family and friends are welcome to gather and pay their respects.
The funeral service will take place on Monday, October 21st, 2024, at 8:00 AM at the same location, with cremation to follow at 11:00 AM. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available.
Kamini's warmth, wisdom, and generous spirit will be remembered by all. Her legacy of kindness and love will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know her.
SUI, Urmas Sui
Urmas Sui
June 29, 1942 - October 5, 2024
Urmas Sui passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 82 years.
Loved and deeply missed by his wife, Iivi, and by his son Aleks, daughter-in-law Elaine, and granddaughters Stella and Lily. Also remembered by the Bezuhly family and family in Estonia and Sweden.
Urmas loved the outdoors, enjoying decades of hunting and fishing trips, and hiking the Uxbridge trails. His chainsaw held a special place in his heart, and he took pride in overstocking the woodshed with logs for the woodstove. Urmas never lost faith in his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs, convinced that this was the year they would take the Cup.
A long-time proud member of the Toronto Estonian Pistol Club and the Estonian fraternity Sakala, Urmas met life-long friends through these communities. Known as a gracious host, he made friends easily.
Cremation has been entrusted to Low & Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge. A celebration of Urmas’ life will be held at Wooden Sticks Golf Club, Uxbridge, Ontario, on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 1 PM to 4 PM.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting Low & Low Funeral Home.
SIMMONS, James Arthur Simmons
SIMMONS, James Arthur Simmons - February 12, 1941 - September 19, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry on Thursday September 19, 2024, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Margaret Ann for 61 years. Cherished by his daughters Denise (Deacon Robert) and Elizabeth. Proud grandpa of Adam (Christina), Rebecca (T.J), Samantha, Michael and Andrew. Devoted great grandpa of Jeffrey, Deacon, Cassidy, Gabriel, Wes, and Aubree. James will be deeply missed by his extended family and many friends.
James was a tool and die maker at General Motors for several years, and in his free time he enjoyed building steam engines. A Funeral Mass will be held to celebrate James' life on Thursday October 10, 2024, at St. Gertrude’s Catholic Church (690 King Street East, Oshawa, 905-433-0828) at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry.
SYLVESTERVICH, John Sylvestervich
SYLVESTERVICH, John Sylvestervich - December 2, 1937 – September 24, 2024
John passed away peacefully at home, following a lengthy battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents, Anna (née Kawchuk) & John Sylvestervich Sr., John leaves behind the love of his life, Gail (née Williams), his children, Andrea (Robert), Paul (Dorota) and Krista (Jason), and his much loved grandchildren, Heather, Daphne, Jonathan, Liam and Tegan.
Born in Val d’Or, Quebec, John moved with his parents to Ontario, where they lived in various farming communities. Following his graduation from McMaster University, John commenced his teaching career at Henry St. high school, where he met his wife, Gail. A passionate educator, John made a positive impact on so many lives through his teaching, his work as a Vice-Principal, and later Principal, and as a champion for using new technologies in education. His love of computers was life-long, and he was always happy to help anyone in need of his expertise. John was a very active member of Faith United Church, and spent many years sharing his time and talents there. His last few years were spent caring for his wife, Gail, and enjoying time with his family.
The family would like to express their appreciation to John’s care team, who helped so much during his cancer journey.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, or Faith United Church (Courtice), or the charity of your choice.
A funeral service will be held at Faith United Church, 1778 Nash Rd., Courtice, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30pm, with the funeral at 1:30pm, and a reception to follow.
A Celebration of life will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at oshawafuneralhome.com
SPROUL, Janet Helene Sproul
SPROUL, Janet Helene Sproul - 29-Aug-1935 - 25-Sep-2024
Janet Helene Sproul (née La Porte), passed away peacefully with her family at her side on September 25, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, in her 90th year.
A lifelong resident of Oshawa, Janet was the eldest of six daughters born to Joseph and Alice (née Johnson) La Porte. Janet was predeceased by her husband of 54 years Ronald John Sproul (d. 2009). Beloved mother of Randy (Dale), Russell (Deborah), Laura (predeceased 2018) and Mark (Christie). Loving grandmother to Jason (Gen), Adam, Jamie (Matthew), Rachel and Hannah. Loving great-grandmother of Kimberly, Ryan, Megan and Logan. Janet is survived by her 5 loving sisters Loraine (Dale), Linda (David), Bernice (Sonny), Norma (Ken) and Loretta (Steve); and by her brother-in-law Jim (Shirley) and sister-in-law Marie. She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends.
Always caring, sharing and hosting family and friends, quiet and smiling, happy to see everyone together. Now reunited with her husband Ronald and daughter Laura.
From our family, a special thank you to all the Support Staff of Lakeridge Oshawa Hospital.
A Celebration of life will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.
SOMERVILLE, George “Papa” Somerville
SOMERVILLE, George "Papa" Somerville - July 29, 1928 – September 20, 2024
George "Papa" Somerville, age 96, of Oakville, Ontario passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, September 20, 2024.
Beloved husband of Cecilia. Loving father of the late Wayne (Barbara) and Debbie Coull-Cicchini (Silvio). Adoring Papa to Katie Coull (Patrick), Joshua Cicchini (Louise) and the late Kenny Coull and great-Papa to Kylie Coull, Billy and Parker Bell. Dear brother of the late Martin Somerville.
A special thank-you the the staff at Sunrise of Oakville for their loving care, compassion and support and to the amazing doctors and nurses at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital.
Visitation will be at the Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King St. W. Oshawa on Wednesday September 25 from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm followed by the Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1:30 pm.
Interment to follow at Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Oakville Trafalgar Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
On-line condolences may be placed at www.oshawafuneralhome.com
SEARS, LeeAnne Marie Sears
SEARS, LeeAnne Marie Sears - July 16, 1965 – September 13, 2024
Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday September 13, 2024 at the age of 59 years. Beloved mother of Marissa, Nicholas and Isabelle, and stepmother to Zander and Ethan. Dear daughter of Carmen and Frank Sears. Sister of David (Robin), Christopher and Jason (Jennifer). Cherished aunt of 6 nieces and nephews. She will be missed by her best friend Susan, her many friends, especially her precious dog Oscar. LeeAnne will be remembered as a kind and gentle soul whose smile radiated towards all the people who knew her. She taught Yoga and Pilates for many years, and was a supporter of the metastatic Cancer Support Group at Hearth Place.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hearth Place would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome.com
SPYROU, Demetrios ‘Jim’ Spyrou
Jim Spyrou, beloved father, grandfather, and master chef, passed away peacefully September 17, 2024. Born in Limassol, Cyprus, he dedicated his life to family, community, and his culinary craft, working in hotel chains and sharing his passion for food with all.
Jim is survived by his loving wife Praxoulla, his son Spyros, daughter-in-law Natalie, his grandchildren Jamie and Sharysah and many dear friends.
His kindness, generosity, and warmth will be deeply missed.
Visitation will take place at the Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until time of Service in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Mount Lawn Cemetery.
To join the service virtually, please register using this link:
https://v2.forever.link/arbormemorial-mountlawn/demetrios-jim-spyrou
Memories
You left us
beautiful memories
Your love
is still our guide
and though
we cannot see you
You are always
by our side.
SLAWSKI, Edward Slawski
SLAWSKI, Edward Slawski - September 10th, 2024
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday September 10th, 2024, at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Yvonne. Loving father of Joe (Trista) and Nancy (Dale). Cherished Grandfather of Rowan, Hannah, and Noah. Edward will be lovingly remembered by his extended family, friends, and those that had the pleasure of knowing him.
A memorial mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist Parish 903 Giffard Street in Whitby September 17th at 11:00am. A private family interment will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Whitby. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Lakeridge Health Foundation in memory of Edward.
SIMPSON, Susan Simpson (Ebsworth-Donkin)
SIMPSON, Susan Simpson (Ebsworth-Donkin) - September 10th, 2024
Born in Wokingham, Berkshire, England 1944.
Passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 80.
Beloved and devoted wife of Bill for 62 wonderful years, his Sunshine. Best mother in the world to Chloe and Elaine (James). Devoted grandmother (a.k.a. Gma) of Brittney (Michael), Bret (Kelley), Melaney, Kris, and Holly and great-grandmother of Nyomi, Halle, Ethan, Riylee, and Amarra. Dear stepmother of Todd (Marla). Survived by her sister-in-law Shirley.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Lakeridge Health Foundation, Oshawa – Palliative Care Unit.
Thank you for all of your love and support during this difficult time. God Bless you all xo.
A private family service has taken place. For online condolences please go to www.armstrongfh.ca