DOUGAN, Dennis Dougan
DOUGAN, Dennis Dougan - November 13, 1957 - September 19, 2024
Dennis passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on September 19, 2024 at the age of 66. Cherished husband of Lynne for over 40 years. He will be dearly missed by many family members and friends. Visitation will be held at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road and off of Dryden Blvd, 905-579-6787) on Monday, September 23, 2024 from 1:30 pm until 2:30 pm followed by interment. Donations will be greatfully accepted for Lakeridge Health Bowmanville.
COULTHARD, Shirley Anne Margaret Coulthard
COULTHARD, Shirley Anne Margaret Coulthard - September 17, 1942 – September 17, 2024
On September 17, 2024, on her 82nd birthday Shirley Anne Margaret Coulthard passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Shirley is survived by her loving and cherished husband, Keith, daughters, Angela and Cathy (David White), and her most cherished grandsons, Matthew, Cooper and Wyatt, her sister Doris Coates, sister-in-law, Doreen McIntosh, and many loved nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Reginald (Reggie) and Bertha McIntosh, and her brother Donald (Don) McIntosh and brother-in-law, Murray Coates.
To honor Shirley’s wishes, there will be a private committal service for immediate family members only. We invite you to celebrate Shirley’s memory privately please in your own ways. We know that she will be with us all in spirit, no doubt wishing to chat about the Blue Jays, or how proud she is of her family, most specifically her grandsons, Matthew, Cooper, and Wyatt.
The family wishes to express extreme gratefulness to Nurse Emily, in the G9 wing at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Emily’s unrelenting kindness, compassion, professionalism, and care was vital for Shirley and the family. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to Lakeridge Health Oshawa for this reason.
KOSTESKU, Sharon Margaret Kostesku
KOSTESKU, Sharon Margaret Kostesku - 8-Jul-1944 - 18-Sep-2024
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Beloved wife of George. Loving mother of Wayne Lawrie (Jodie). Proud grandmother of Natalie, Ryan, Daniel (Kaitlynne), Jacob and Nicole. Great grandmother of Hannah, Jack, Ellie and Dawson. Dear sister of Larry Keeping. Sharon will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by other family and friends.
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.
FULLERTON, Jennifer Fullerton
FULLERTON, Jennifer Fullerton - 10-Dec-1949 - 16-Sep-2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Jennifer, who left us on September 17, 2024. Born on December 10, 1949, to Emma, Jennifer was the fourth of five children: Lenore, Albert, Patricia, Jennifer, and Kay. A strong and resilient woman, Jennifer moved to Canada from Trinidad with her sons and worked diligently at Irwin Toys and Sears for over 20 years.
Jennifer took great pride in her family and culture, becoming known for her delicious callaloo, festive Christmas brunches, and her exquisite collection of dishware, china dolls, and crystals. Her glamorous style and love for parties were well-known, and she was a dedicated Worthy Matron member of the Order of the Eastern Star - Electa Chapter #31284 since 1995.
In her later years, Jennifer enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She will be fondly remembered by her sons, Lester and Andre, her 11 grandchildren, and her 3 great-grandsons.
Her legacy of love, strength, and grace will continue to inspire us every day.
BRIDGES, Carrie Lynn Bridges
BRIDGES, Carrie Lynn Bridges - 11-Jul-1967 - 15-Sep-2024
Carrie Lynn Bridges passed away peacefully at home on September 15, 2024.
Carrie was born July 11, 1967 to father Harold Bridges (predeceased) and mother Jean Corner (predeceased).
Loving mother of Dave. She is survived by her siblings Ann Vance (Matt), Billie-Jean Corner (John), David Wilson, Katrina James (Tylor), Amanda Dean, April Whyte (Jason), Harold Preston, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
She will be dearly missed by her friends Sheri and Norma.
Carrie's beloved pets, Luna and Forrest will miss her very much.
CAMPBELL, Philip Campbell
CAMPBELL, Philip Campbell - 12-Apr-1968 - 4-Sep-2024
Philip Martin Campbell, was born in Kingston Jamaica on April 12th 1968. His physical body left us on September 4th 2024 at the age of 56, but his spirit and his memories will never leave us.
Philip was also known as Pops, Granddad, Big brother, Ropa, Joe and of course Big Joe to his family and friends. If you knew Phil, you knew his love of his Jamaican culture. He grew up in Kingston with his Mom and three siblings. He attended Campion college and became a champion himself while playing soccer. He was known throughout the neighborhood for his cartwheel size dumplings and his love for running boat (cooking outside with friends from the neighborhood). He loved everything that embodied Jamaica, from the music, to the food, to the people.
Philip emigrated to Canada in 1989 to live with his Dad and later became a Dad himself. He met a beautiful young lady in 1994 named Simone Blackson, they would go on to have a relationship that spans 2 decades. Collectively their greatest accomplishments were their sons Ezekiel and Israel Blackson-Campbell who were born in 1996 and 1998 respectively. Philip grew up alongside his boys, often telling us how happy he was to watch them grow up and become men themselves.
Philip loved his mother Joan Hudson, otherwise known as Momma Joe; he took care of her to his very end. Often omitting a haircut from his weekly routine because he couldn’t get his head right until Mom was secure. His friends all knew Momma Joe because she attended many functions along with him and his circle of friends would help to look out and care for her.
He was a man that loved to be impeccable dressed when going out with friends or family. You all remember, he was serious about his shoe game. I can hear the stories of how he would wipe his shoes off and then put them back in the box. Phil enjoyed a good party, a few drinks and countless hours on the dance floor. As he said “I love people, and people love me!”.
Philip became a grandfather in 2019 when his son Israel had a daughter named Nylah and then in 2023 his son Ezekiel made him a Grandfather for the second time when he had a son named Ezekiel Strength. Philip as a Dad was completely different as a grandfather, he turned into a playful, silly and loving Granddad to his two grandkids. He personified greatness as a big brother to his siblings in Canada and the States. Philip was also lovingly known as Uncle Philly to his 12 nieces and nephews.
Philip Martin Campbell will be missed by so many families, friends and co- workers. Big Joe took up a lot of space in our world, he was just “A big deal”.
Philip is survived by
His first love, friend and mother to his children Simone Blackson.
His 2 sons, Ezekiel and Israel Blackson-Campbell.
His 2 grandkids Nylah Blackson-Dwyer and Ezekiel Edward-Campbell (Philip’s 3rd grandchild will be born in the spring of 2025).
His 8 siblings, Rasheed Campbell, Carwin Campbell, Fatimah Campbell & Husain Campbell
Carlos Hudson, Delroy Hudson, Racquel Hudson-Donald & Suzanne Hudson-Benn.
His mother Joan Rosemarie Hudson.
His father Neville Lloyd Campbell.
His Sister and Brother in-laws Gayle Hudson, Ritchie Donald, Dwight Benn.
His 5 nieces and 7 nephews, Nicholas, Justin, Michael, Ashley, Kassidy, Matthu, Mya, Fedelis Tasia, Aleema, Nathan and Zane
His close friends Justin Blackson, Robert Blackson, Wayne Bailey, Metalic, Bunny, Clive, Heather, Scout, Jasho, Filbert, Chuney, David and many more.
Those we love we never lose,
For always they will be,
Loved, remembered, treasured,
Always in our memory.
DIRSTEIN, Donald “Don” Carl Dirstein
DIRSTEIN, Donald "Don" Carl Dirstein - 29-Jan-1934 - 6-Sep-2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don Dirstein, peacefully, with his family by his side on September 6, 2024 at the age of 90. Devoted husband to beloved wife, Janet (nee Gaunt), his “sweetheart” of 63 years. Loving father to Richard Dirstein (Karen), and Carolyn Kubbinga (Chris), and proud grandpa to his three cherished grandchildren, Russell Dirstein, and Camden and Cole Kubbinga.
He was predeceased by his parents, John L. and Florence Dirstein; his sister, Marie Beckberger (Dennis); and his brothers, Glen and Reginald. He is survived by his sisters, Shirley Schwartz (Jim) and Jaqueline Penfold (Allan), as well as his sister-in-law Ellen (Reginald), along with many nieces and nephews.
Don was born in Elmwood, Ontario, and grew up in the town of Hanover, which he proudly called home. Hanover was a musical town, and Don was an active member of the town band, the Musical Society Concert Orchestra, and the Choral Society. He was also the lead saxophonist with the Frankie Banks Dance Band. In his early years, he was a member of the Hanover Kinsmen, the Scarborough Rotary Club, and fifty years a Freemason, Doric Lodge No. 424 (2022) in Pickering.
He began his career with the Royal Bank in Hanover and was transferred to branches throughout Ontario, spending most of his career in the Toronto area. Loved for his humour and zest for life, Don was well respected by all who knew him. He retired from the Royal Bank in 1994 and enjoyed 30 wonderful years of retirement with Janet. He enjoyed a good single malt scotch, cigars on the front of the veranda, and listening to his favourite jazz and the big band sounds of Artie Shaw, Ray Anthony, Glen Miller, Tommy Dorsey, and Bob DeAngelis.
The family deeply appreciates the staff at Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital and Lakeridge Gardens Long Term Care for their exceptional care and kindness to Don. As a beloved resident of the long-term care facility before his hospitalization in August 2024, Don was touched by the compassion, care, laughter, and friendship shared with him during his time there.
Don (Grandpa) will be sorely missed, a warm, kind-hearted gentleman who had a remarkable ability to make everyone he met feel valued and loved. To know him was to love him, and he leaves behind a legacy of love, countless cherished memories, and a life lived to the fullest, with family and friends at the heart of his joy.
Friends and family are invited to visit at McEachnie Funeral Home (28 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax, Ontario, L1T 2Z7) on Friday, October 18, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Paul’s United Church (65 King’s Crescent, Ajax) on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lakeridge Health Ajax/Pickering Hospital (580 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2J4)
or to St. Paul’s United Church (65 King's Crescent, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2M4) .
NATION, Brian John Nation
NATION, Brian John Nation - 19-Jul-1961 - 6-Sep-2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Brian, John Nation, 63, share the news of his sudden passing.
Loved and missed by his family and friends. Wonderful son of Marjorie Nation and the late Ernest Nation. Sister Carolyn (Randy), brother Robert (Michelle), niece Jacqueline, nephew Malcolm (Tori). Very close with cousins and extended family.
Touched by all that knew him. Many note his infectious smile and kind heart. Brian always made time for others and had genuine concern for them. His happy upbeat personality and witty sense of humour will be sadly missed.
Farewell El Capitán.
Funeral service is on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Saint Martin’s Anglican Church 1203 Saint Martin’s Drive Pickering Ontario L1W 1M9. Family and friends are invited to join. Viewing 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Service and reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers , donations The Canadian Mental Health Association CMHA at https://cmha.ca would be appreciated by the family.
LIVESTREAM LINK
If you are not able to attend in person, please join the family on Saturday September 14, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. as the funeral service is livestreamed from St. Martin's Anglican Church. Please click on the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@stmartinsanglicanchurchpic8505
"Parting is such sweet sorrow, that I shall say good night til it be morrow.."
MEADUS, Darrin Raymond Meadus
MEADUS, Darrin Raymond Meadus - 22-May-1968 - 6-Sep-2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Darrin Raymond Meadus, who left us far too soon. Darrin was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew him with his warmth, kindness, and infectious sense of humor. He passed away surrounded by the love of his family.
Darrin was predeceased by his cherished mother, Sandra Meadus (née Davis), with whom he shared a close bond, and his great uncle Dan Davis and predeceased by his aunt Susan Davis Jehle. He is survived by his wife Julette Meadus.
Darrin is also survived by his loving sister Claudette Meadus and her daughters Ashley-Lynn Dunford (and her children Riley, Kiera, and Tobias) and Britney Ellis (née Dunford) and her husband Donovan Ellis. His dear brother Christopher Meadus and his wife Christina Meadus will forever cherish their memories with Darrin, along with their children Cole Meadus (and his fiancée Dakota and their children Emery and Rory), Taylor Meadus, and Hayden Meadus.
In addition to his immediate family, Darrin leaves behind his aunt Sally Mccarron (and her husband Wayne), his uncle Jamie Davis (and his wife Debbie), his aunt Kathy Davis, wife of his late great uncle Dan, and his aunt Peggy (and her husband Theo), His extended family of cousins and friends will miss him dearly.
Darrin had a special and enduring relationship with his siblings, Claudette and Christopher, and his nieces and nephews, whom he adored and always treated with great love and care. He was deeply family-oriented, always making time for those closest to him, sharing laughter, support, and countless treasured memories.
A lifelong lover of sports, Darrin was a die-hard fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, remaining loyal to his team through every season, win or lose. He lived for the game and found joy in cheering for his favorite players, a passion that stayed with him until the very end. His love for sports was only matched by his love for his family and his gentle, thoughtful nature.
Darrin worked hard for many years, taking pride in his work until he was no longer able to continue. Despite the challenges he faced, he remained an incredibly kind, funny, and loving man. He had an effortless way of making those around him feel appreciated and cared for, always offering a smile, a joke, or a helping hand.
Though we mourn the loss of Darrin, we celebrate the life of a man who brought so much light into the world. He will be remembered for his warm heart, his wit, and his unwavering love for his family and friends.
Rest in peace, Darrin Raymond Meadus. You will be forever missed, but your spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to have known you.
Rest in peace, Darrin Raymond Meadus. You will be forever missed, but your spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to have known you.