CULLY, Marilyn Jean Cully - December 26, 1939 – September 26, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of Marilyn Cully, in her 85th year, after a brave and hard-fought battle with cancer.
Beloved mother of Heather (Dwayne) Scott, and Doug (Chandana) Cook. Loving sister of Marsha (Jim) Harvey and Bill Cully and caring sister-in-law to Alma Beaton and Lucille Bell. She was the proud grandmother to Carling and Cody and step-grandmother to Ved and Veer.

Marilyn was a teacher at Parkview Public School in Unionville, from 1975 to 1996, known then as Mrs. Cook. She was a thoughtful and caring teacher who took pride in her work and celebrated the achievements of her students. Marilyn made many wonderful friends during her years at Parkview and continued to enjoy these friendships long after retirement through travelling partners, Friday night Valhalla dinners, and various reunion gatherings.

Marilyn’s kindness endeared her to so many people throughout her lifetime and she truly treasured every one of her friends and caregivers who came into her life.

In retirement, Marilyn loved to be involved in her grandchildren’s lives. She volunteered in their classrooms doing the “little books” reading program. As a proud grandma she enjoyed cheering on Carli at her cheerleading competitions and Cody at his hockey games. She never missed an event. In the off-season you could find Marilyn in her bunkie behind the cottage on Gull Lake either napping or snuggled up watching an old movie with the kids.

Marilyn’s greatest passion was genealogy research. She spent many years sleuthing through archives and cemeteries and ancestry sites trying to uncover the mysteries of family history. Through her hard work she met many great people and also helped some discover their long-lost or unknown family members.

I would like to acknowledge and express my sincere appreciation to all of the wonderful medical teams that cared so much for Marilyn over the past few years. Dr. Ron Oda, Dr. Leena Hajra, Dr. Sahgal, Dr. Perry and Dr. Lipsman, and so many at Markham-Stouffville Hospital. These doctors always listened, offered solutions and took urgent action – giving Marilyn constant hope to continue fighting. I would also like to thank all of the extremely kind and compassionate nurses, PSWs, doctors and volunteers at the Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry for caring for Marilyn with respect and dignity at the end of her journey.

In lieu of flowers, we would sincerely appreciate a donation in Marilyn’s memory to Markham-Stouffville Hospital or Oak Ridges Hospice.

Marilyn’s life was marked by her dedication to her family and friends and she leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Marilyn will be resting at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road in Ajax. Visitation: Monday, September 30th from 4-8pm. Funeral Service: Tuesday, October 1st from 11-12noon. Refreshments: 12-2pm. Interment at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens Cemetery: 2:30pm.

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone.
Part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

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.

CULLEN, Paul Cullen - 12-Jun-1948 - 10-Sep-2024

Cullen, Paul, peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at age 76. Paul, beloved husband of Heather (2023). Loving father of Mark (Deb) and the late Kristen DiBella. Proud grandpa of Meagan, Sam, Ethan, Kate, Kaitlin and Lukas. Dearest friend and cousin of Greg Cullen and a second father figure of Jeff, Janice and Jason Dall.

Paul is now resting peacefully with his adored wife and darling daughter.

Family and friends are welcome to celebrate Paul's life at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) 647-424-3516 on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 3-5 pm with tributes starting at 4:15 pm.

In lieu of flowers, if desired donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at www.mountlawn.ca.

CHARLTON, William "Bill" Charlton - 14-Jan-1949 - 31-Aug-2024

Suddenly at his residence on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the age of 75. Survived by his siblings Gladys Sundstrom and Tom and predeceased by his sister Wilma Heron. Bill will be remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends.

We will miss you, until we meet again. A private Graveside service will be held at Mount Lawn Cemetery, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, Ontario.

Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday August 14, 2024 at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Joyce for 43 years. Loving father of Jonathan (Scarlett). Dear grandfather of Elora.

Brother of Alan Cutner (Margaret) and Karen Sadler (Garry). Visitation will be held at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on September 1, 2024 from 2 – 3 pm followed by a Funeral Service in the chapel at 3 pm.