Giulio Manera
(15-year employee of TTC) - Passed away peacefully comforted by the love of his family on September 24, 2021 at Toronto General Hospital.
Beloved husband of Angela.
Loving father of Giuseppe (Marisa) and Stefano (Lisa). Cherished Nonno of Matteo and Caterina.
Dear brother of Marino (Norma), Gemma (Luciano), Maria Grazia (the late Oreste) and the late Marcello (Veronica).
Giulio was a proud and devoted family man, and he will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted with the DeStefano Funeral Home, Oshawa.
In lieu of flowers, in memory of Giulio, donations may be made to Princess Margaret Hospital, Cancer Research.
Garry Leigh Simpson
The death of Garry Leigh Simpson of Amherst, NS occurred Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at his sons home.
Born in Amherst, NS he was the son of the late Raymond Simpson and Marion Smith.
Survived by his children, Denny, John, Matt, Christopher, Elizabeth, Lisa, Becky and Devin; step-mother, Nancy Simpson; siblings, Dale Payne, Dave Ferdinand (Cheryl), Donna Vail, Cindy Broome (Doug), Maggie Champion, Diane Bragg (Bruce), Esther Forsyth (Bob), Bonnie McPhee (Vernon) Wayne Simpson, Raymond Simpson (Lauren), Bob Simpson (Kim), Gloria Hogg (Bruce); several grandchildren; 1 great granddaughter, Lyla; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, Garry was predeceased by sons, Adam and Daniel; brothers, Larry Simpson, Dean Ferdinand-Payne.
Glyn Beddows
Peacefully, on Monday, September 20, 2021, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, at age 87.
Glyn Beddows of Angus formerly of Sunderland, beloved husband of Gloria (nee Baragar), and the late Mary (nee Kelly).
Loving father of Kevin Beddows of Alliston, Sheila Beddows and her husband Rob Bonderud of Paisley, Rhonda and her husband Ford Keeping of Alliston, and Dave Beddows and his wife Adriana of Bolton.
Loved grandfather of Jessica, Catherine, Megan, Kyle, Aidan, and Michael, great grandfather of Cameron, Ben, Logan, Kennedy, Isla, and Harper.
Will be remembered by his brothers and sister.
A Service to celebrate the life of Glyn Beddows will be held at the Sunderland Cemetery on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 2 p.m. Wearing of face coverings is mandatory.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations maybe made by cheque directly through www.aspenvalley.ca.
George Morgan Dunham
Peacefully, at Revera Bay Ridges Long Term Care Home in Pickering, on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, in his 92nd year.
Beloved husband of the late Helena Dunham for 67 years.
Loving father and friend of Joanne Archer (Rick), Teresa Sweetman (Ron), Angela Chaisson (Dan) and the late Derek Dunham.
Devoted grandfather of Chris (Natalie), Amee (Kevin), Darryl (Colleen), Lindsay (Josh), Chantal (Dan), Stephen (Sue), Jake, Brianna (Nelson), Jenna (Chris), Catie (Anthony), Mikel (Jess), predeceased by grandson Jamie.
Great-grandfather of Morgan, Jaxon, Paytyn, Paige, Lauryn, Maya, Rylan, Charlotte, Scarlett, Wynrie, Beau and Anna.
Predeceased by Sisters Marjorie, Dorothy, Lillian, Muriel and Blythe.
Visitation will take place at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday, September 19, 2021 from 10:00 to 11:00 am.
As attendance will be limited, please see the link below to secure a time slot to visit.
A private family service will be held. Donations in memory of George can be made to Canadian Alzheimer’s Society.
A special thank you to the residence and staff at Revera Bay Ridges Long Term Care Home and Marion Place.
Online condolences can be shared at makfuneralhome.com .
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George William (Gerry) Ernest
October 6, 1933 – September 7, 2021
It is with great sadness that Gerry’s family announces his sudden passing at Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa.
Gerry was a career banker and worked at TD for 38 years where he met the love of his life, June.
After his retirement, he developed a passion for photography and was a member of Oshawa Camera Club for many years where he won numerous awards for his nature photography.
He belonged to Durham Naturalists and was an avid birder, but his greatest love was his devotion to his wife, girls and grandsons.
He was predeceased by his parents Ervin and Luella Ernest and brother Robert, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Walter & Geraldine Ruppel (Schnarr), brothers-in-law Kenneth Weber, Jacob Schnarr Jr. and Kenneth Conibear.
He will be forever missed by his wife of 62 years June Ernest (Schnarr), daughters Karen Ethier (Ross), Gail Lambie (Mike) and grandsons: Ryan, Richard, Kevin and Graham.
He will be missed by his siblings: Marilyn Conibear, Carole Ernest, Elaine Pando (Bob), Doug Ernest (Donna), Linda Rumble (Jim), brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Clare & Rose Schnarr, Helene Weber, Audrey Schnarr and Gerry & Barb Schnarr.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Lakeridge Health and, in particular, the care given to Gerry by the ICU and Stroke Integration Unit.
Visitation will be held at THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE 1200 Thornton Road N. Oshawa on Friday September 24th from 1 pm until 3 pm.
Please note, given Ontario’s pending COVID-19 protocols, proof of vaccination and masks will be required to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Lakeridge Health Centre Oshawa, The Canadian Diabetes Association, or The Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada.
Expressions of condolence may be left at etouch.ca .
Gordon Srigley
April 22, 1941 – September 7, 2021
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on the 7th of September 2021 at Thornton View.
Predeceased by his son Robert Srigley.
He will be dearly missed by his wife of many years, Violet Seikaly-Srigley, and his siblings, Gloria Halliday, Larry Srigley, and Dian (Eugene) Wasson.
Gordon will be lovingly remembered by his children, Scott (Janet) Srigley, Colleen Srigley; step-children Hala (Serge) Bertossini, Hani (Valia) Seikaly, Hadi (Doree) Seikaly, and Hania (Nicholas) Stramotas Proud grandfather to many, Kimberley Srigley, Adam Srigley, Jessica Srigley, Tyler Srigley, Ryan Srigley-Poole, Mirella Bertossini, Daniel Bertossini, Sacha Bertossini, Isabelle Bertossini, Nathalie Bertossini, Christine Seikaly, Alex Seikaly, Jillian Seikaly, Gordon Seikaly, Jenny Johnson, Stephanie Sabra.
He was also a cherished uncle to Kelda, Laurie Ann, Kim, Leslie, Paul, Stephanie, and Tania.
Services provided by the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME , 847 King St W, Oshawa Ontario.
A private family committal will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations can be made to Parkinson Canada in honor of Gordon.
George Watson
May 3, 1928 – September 7, 2021
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Tuesday, September 7th, 2021 at 93 years of age.
Beloved husband of the late Lois (nee Mann) for 63 years.
Loving father to Kelly Kerr and her husband Wayne Stephen and his wife Pam.
Grandfather of Alex (Kat) and Adam.
He will be dearly missed by his close friend Marilyn Martin.
A special thanks to the staff at Bowmanville Creek Retirement Community for their care and compassion.
A private family service was held OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME , 847 King Street West (905-721-1234).
Interment at Thornton Cemetery.
Memorial donations to SickKids Foundation would be appreciated.
Giovanni ‘John’ Bruno
(May 30, 1961 – September 6, 2021)
It is with heavy hearts the family announces the sudden passing of dearly loved John. Peacefully, in his sleep, on Monday, September 6, 2021, at the age of 60.
John had an adventurous spirit.
He enjoyed travelling and loved being in the company of family and friends.
Proud father of Christianne and Daniel, beloved son of Maria and Giuseppe Bruno, much loved brother of Carmine (Gina), Angela (Luigi) and Joseph (Jennifer).
Loving uncle to Michael (Laura), David (Natalie), Christopher (Laura), Josie (Brent), Rose-Marie and Michael.
John also leaves behind aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
John will be remembered for his kindness and compassion; he had a big heart and was always helping others.
John was a highly skilled and talented masonry craftsman. He took great pride in his work and his projects were highly regarded.
John will be missed dearly and be forever in our hearts.
Visitation on Sunday September 12th from 2:30 – 5pm at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME at 124 King Street East, Oshawa.
Funeral mass at St. Mary of the People (Stevenson Road just south of Rossland Road) on Monday September 13th at 11am. Entombment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum, Whitby.
Registration is required for both visiting and the mass at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME by using the RSVP Tab on the funeral home's website.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable donation in John’s honor to the CHARITY of your choice.
Gail Candusso
March 30th, 1939 - September 5th, 2021
Gail Candusso (nee Comba) passed away at the age of 82 at Hillsdale Estates, Oshawa, on Sunday, Sept. 5th, 2021, after a brief illness with the delta variant of COVID-19.
Predeceased by her husband Bruno Candusso (2018) of Sudbury.
Much loved mother of Kim Beaver of Bowmanville, Lori and her husband David Brazeau of Brooklin, and Darren Burden and his wife Lisa of Courtice.
Grandmother of Gillian, Robyn, Connor, Lindsay, Alitsha (Jeff), Erik (Molly).
Great grandmother of James, Alyvia, Emmett, Bohdi, Darrik and Quinn.
Dear sister of Lynn Cecchetto and her husband Tony of Sudbury.
Predeceased by her parents Cecil and Eva Comba of Sudbury. Predeceased by her brothers Glen Comba (late Cathy) and Stuart Comba.
The family remembers Gail’s love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, each of whom were at the centre of her life and thoughts every day. Her affection for beloved dogs in the family is also well remembered.
The family expresses its wish that everyone, who is able, get fully vaccinated to protect their loved ones.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Hillsdale Estates.
In memory of Gail, donations may be made to the Parkinson Society or Humane Society of Durham.
There is no service or visitation planned. A private family commemoration will be held in the future.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Gail Noreen (Wiliams) Rickard
We are sad to announce the death of Gail Noreen Rickard (nee Williams) who passed away on August 29, 2021 in her 76th year.
Gail died while on an annual fishing trip on the Dumoine River with her husband Donald, her sisters Joan and Ruth, and brother-in-law David.
Although shocking for all, she was with people she loved while visiting one of her "happy places" that was the fishing camp founded in part by her grandfather.
Gail brightened up the lives of so many people; it is difficult to find the words to capture how she touched so many people through her volunteer service and participation in numerous activities throughout the community.
Gail was born in Halifax in 1946 where her parents, Doug and Wilma, were stationed after her father's service in the war. She spent her younger years in Wheatley, ON., before her family moved to Mississauga for her father's job.
After graduating high school, Gail went to the University of Guelph where she graduated with a degree in plant agriculture as a member of the class of OAC 1968.
She met Donald Rickard while at school and they were married on October 19, 1968. They then moved back to Bowmanville as Don went to work on the family farm.
Gail attended the Ontario Teachers College and went on to teach biology at Donovan High School in Oshawa before taking time off to raise her two children, Alan and Karen.
She returned to teaching later at the Centre for Independent Studies, helping adults to receive their high school certifications until her retirement.
Gail was extremely active in the community having had formal volunteer roles with the Oshawa YWCA, Community Care Durham, Newcastle United Church, Valleys 2000, Splash Committee, Clarington Library Board, and the Orono Fair Horticulture Committee amongst others.
She was a passionate and engaged member of everything that she participated in. Those she worked with looked to her for her leadership, kindness, and her sense of fairness.
In 2012 she was recognized for her extensive community service as the recipient of a Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee Medal.
After retiring from teaching, Gail picked up the French horn (which she had played in her high school band) and joined the Clarington Concert Band and later, the New Horizon's Band, both of which she received great joy from playing with.
Gail was very social and an avid Bridge player where she maintained wonderful relationships with friends across the community.
Gail will be greatly missed by her husband Donald who she was married to for almost 53 years and who she shared many adventures of life and parenthood with.
Family was very important to Gail and her passing will be sadly mourned by her sisters Joan Candy (Bill) and Ruth Lowe (David).
She was a wonderful mother to Alan Rickard (Rochelle) and Karen (Jeff) and VERY loving grandmother to Alan and Rochelle's kids, Everett, Norah and Stevie, with whom she had a very special bond.
Although we are saddened by this loss, we also are fortunate for the memories we carry with us. We miss you Purple Grandma.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday September 8th from 1 – 3 & 6 – 8 pm at The Garnet B. Rickard Complex, 2440 Highway 2, West Entrance.
Due to Covid restrictions only a certain number of people are allowed to enter the facility at a time, we appreciate your patience if it is necessary to wait.
A Private Funeral will be held on Thursday September 9th at 2 pm at Newcastle United Church. This will be by invitation only; a recording of the service will be available.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Newcastle United Church or Community Care Durham.
Arrangements entrusted to NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME , 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville.