SHERIDAN, Margaret Elizabeth Sheridan
SHERIDAN, Margaret Elizabeth Sheridan - September 11, 1951 – September 12, 2024
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Margaret Elizabeth Sheridan on September 12, 2024, in Oshawa, Ontario, at the age of 73. Margaret will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 50 years, Robert. She is survived by her children Christie Sims (Dave), Kim Holmes (Kevin), Mark Sheridan (Shanna), and Matthew Sheridan, as well as her cherished grandchildren Megan, Kara, Samantha, Emily, Mackenzie, Brayelle, and Beckett. She is also remembered by her brother Barry Loudon (Dianna). Margaret was predeceased by her parents William and Jessie Loudon (née McDonald) and Brother Colin Loudon and Billy Loudon.
Born in Dumbarton, Scotland in 1951, Margaret settled to Canada in April 1957. She had a vibrant spirit and treasured time spent with family, particularly her grandchildren. Margaret had a passion for travel, with Las Vegas being one of her favorite destinations, where she enjoyed trying her luck at the casinos. She was a devoted Beatles fan, eagerly following their tours and staying informed about their whereabouts. Margaret had a fondness for purses, shopping, and sweets.
Margaret will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.
Donations in Margaret's name can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
https://www.heartandstroke.ca/
Visitation will be held at the Oshawa Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 18th at 12:30 p.m., followed by a service in the Chapel at 1:30 p.m. A reception will take place in the lower level following the service. Interment at Thornton Cemetery will be scheduled at a later date.
SCHAKELAAR, Grace Marie Schakelaar
SCHAKELAAR, Grace Marie Schakelaar - January 4, 1929 – September 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Grace into the presence of her Lord and Saviour on Thursday September 12, 2024.
Grace is predeceased by her loving husband Gerrit (September 27, 2023)
Dear mother of Gordon (Beryl), Karen (Paul), and Susan (Owen).
Oma's love and prayers will be greatly missed by her 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at the Oshawa Funeral Home 847 King Street West on Saturday September 21st, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 12 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Everyday Publications Inc.
Online condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome.com
For anyone not able to attend the services, please join us via the livestream link below:
SAMUEL, Elton Samuel
SAMUEL, Elton Samuel - 26-Nov-1942 - 9-Sep-2024
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Elton, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Elton "Mervin" Samuel died on September 9, 2024 following a decline related to a prolonged illness and complications related to Advanced Alzheimer's disease. Born November 26, 1942 to parents Christina and Vivian in San Juan, Trinidad.
He grew up a shy and quiet boy and had a passion for swimming and boxing. He made a career for himself with boxing in Trinidad under management of his brother Orlando. He loved birds and enjoyed keeping them as pets earning one of his nicknames "Birdie". He had a love for music and dancing and would spend hours compiling playlists and listening to soca, calypso, and gospel. He enjoyed his connections and was always delighted to spend time and chat with family and friends.
Elton migrated to Canada in the 1970's and was introduced to his future wife Jennifer through a mutual friend. They married in 1976 and resided within the Toronto/Scarborough area until 1990 before moving to the Durham Region.
He was a dedicated and hard working employee at WYANT & Wood for over 30 years. After the company closure, he enjoyed maintaining his house and yard and took pride in his gardens and landscaping. He was often seen gardening and weeding the lawn with the company of the family's pet bird on his shoulder.
Elton was a joyful man with a kind heart and infectious laugh. His ability to offer a helping hand or just be there when someone needed him most touched so many of us. His sense of humor and positivity brought joy to even the darkest moments.
He will be lovingly missed by his wife and best friend Jennifer, loving father to Shawn and Samantha(Ronnie). Cherished grandfather to Taylor, Ronan, and Sierra. Honourable brother to Janet, and his late siblings Edris, Carlton 'Orlando', Ethel, Lenox 'Joe', Lloyd, Vernon and many beloved nieces and nephews.
STUART, Robin James Stuart
STUART, Robin James Stuart - September 11, 2024
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Robin Stuart into God's care at Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry at the age of 78 on September 11. He has lost his battle with heart disease.
Rob is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 45+ wonderful years, JoAnn, son Kennedy Stuart and stepson Brian Simmons, grandchildren, Zak and Paige; Gregory and Phillip. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by niece Angela and nephew Jeb, niece Melissa and nephew Jeff.
Rob is predeceased by his parents Donald and Evelyn and sister Ellen.
We are saying good-bye and rest in peace to a wonderful man who loved his life and all the people in it. His genuine affection for people has touched many lives and has created very special friendships.
Rob was a proud 21 year member of Hampton New Life and cherished the friendship of many. Dear to him were his winters in Florida and the company and camaraderie garnered there.
Rob graduated from George Brown College in the Tool & Die program and worked in the trade after graduation. He was a 30+years General Motors' employee. Rob had many hobbies including his Corvettes, working on cars, and snowmobiling. Rob spent many a week hunting, talking about hunting, and he thoroughly enjoyed breeding German Shorthaired Pointers, field trialing and was proud of his show and field champions. Rob had a great love of the outdoors. After dogs, he heartily launched into cats, rescuing many and enjoying their companionship. He lived a quiet life, always optimistic and looking ahead.
Rob was charismatic, engaging and always had a story to tell, entertaining friends and family. He was an active member of Columbus Community United Church.
Rob was a treasured, selfless, and loving husband and he will be forever loved and missed.
Special thanks to Drs. Andrew Steele and Ravi Tahiliani for their exceptional care throughout the last years.
In memory of Rob, donations may be made to Columbus Community United Church, Oak Ridges Hospice, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 21, at Columbus Community United Church, 3285 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa
Arrangements entrusted to McIntosh-Anderson-Kellam Funeral Home Ltd, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
STREZOS, Louis Strezos
STREZOS, Louis Strezos - July 5, 1946 - September 8, 2024 - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louis Strezos, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He passed away surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved and treasured wife, Magdalini, with whom he shared 53 years, his cherished children and precious grandchildren; daughter Rena and son-in-law John Trajkovski, and grandson, Jordan; his son, Steve, and grandsons, Matthew and Lucas.
He also leaves behind his dear brother and sister-in-law, John and Litsa, as well as many adored nephews and nieces. Louis is pre-deceased by his father Pavle, his mother Mara and his sister and brother-in-law Vangelia and Petre Vasilevski. May they all be reunited in heaven.
Louis will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His wife, children, and grandchildren were his life, his heart, and his joy. He took immense pleasure in spending time with loved ones, tending to his garden, and fixing things. His infectious smile and unwavering love touched everyone around him. Louis' spirit will remain with us always. May his memory be eternal. We love you to the moon and back.
SAWATZKY, Margaret Sawatzky
SAWATZKY, Margaret Sawatzky - 4-Dec-1930 - 7-Sep-2024
Margaret (Greta) Sawatzky (Mundt) was born on Dec 4th 1930 in Golas Poland and died peacefully at home at the age of 93. Her Father, Edward, died during WW2 in Siberia. In the spring of 1948 her Mother Berta along with sons Ted and Hans and daughters Alma, Margaret and Freida immigrated to Canada.
Margaret married John Sawatzky on June 20th 1953 in Winnipeg Manitoba. They moved to Toronto in 1955 where their daughter Jane was born. Margaret was a gifted seamstress and an excellent cook and loved to share these talents with her family.
Margaret and John were members of Bramalea Baptist Church for many years and were actively involved in many programs. They moved to Ajax in 2010 to be closer to Jane and her family and joined the Ajax Baptist Church. Family and faith have always been the centre of Margaret’s life and kept her strong and happy. She was predeceased by her cherished Husband John along with her Mother Bertha, Father Edward and Step Father Philip, Sister Alma Spenst (Jack), Sister Freida Goertz (Rudy), Brother Ted Mundt (Hilda), Brother in law’s Bill Tasker and Bob Sawatzky (Rob), Nephews Gary Mundt, John Goertz, Dean Sutherland and Gordon Tasker and Niece RoseMarie Caldwell. She will be sadly missed by daughter Jane Mensour and her Husband Brian, Granddaughter Cheryl Robertson and Steve, Grandson Sean Mensour and Megan and Great-grandchildren Ella, Tenley and Blake, Brothers Hans Mundt and Claire and Eddie Mundt and Marilyn, Sister in law Anne Tasker along with many loving Nieces and Nephews. A special thanks to the Ajax Pickering Palliative Care Team, Nurse Kristine and Doctor Pedretti and the VHA PSW’s for their amazing support during the last two months she spent surrounded by her loved ones at home with us.
LIVESTREAM LINK
If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. as we livestream the funeral service from our Chapel. Please click the following link: https://v2.forever.link/arbormemorial-mceachnie/margaret-sawatzky
SINGH, Thelma Singh
SINGH, Thelma Singh - Monday, September 9th, 2024
Thelma Singh passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, September 9, 2024. She was the wife of Laddie Singh. Loving mother of Indrani (Moez), Kenneth (Jean), Rosanna (Brian), Keith, Patrick (Michele), Rohan (Shantie) and Ryan. Grandmother of Angelina, Ryan (Hetal), Vicki (Mark), Kevin (Jeanette), Trevor, Jason (Tina), Brandon, Eric and Stephanie. Great Grandmother of Tyler, Savannah, Kristin, Nathan, Anaya, Logan, Gabriella, Noah, Maya, Ava and Elijah. Sister of Mavis Young. Aunt of Barbara, Pamela, Janice and Andrew.
Thelma’s family greatly appreciates the support and dedicated service provided by all her caregivers.
Visitation at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Friday September 13th from 10:30 am until time of service in the Barnes Chapel Friday at 12:00 Noon.
Entombment will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby. Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com
SPELLEN, Carole Andrea Spellen (Brown)
SPELLEN, Carole Andrea Spellen (Brown) - Thursday, January 7th, 1937 - Sunday, September 8th, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carole Andrea Spellen (nee Brown) who died peacefully on September 8, 2024 at the Oshawa Lakeridge Health Center.
Carole was born on January 7, 1937 in Toronto, and was raised in a loving, vibrant and busy home by dedicated parents, William and Heloise Brown (deceased).
Fortunate enough to be surrounded in love by a large family, she was predeceased by her beloved brother William (Gus) Brown and sister Adele Bryce (Bob deceased). She is survived by her siblings Judy Muzzi (Bill deceased), Stephen Brown (Barbara) and cherished sister-in-law Diana Knowles.
In August 1961, she married Charles (Chuck) Spellen and together they built a caring and supportive household with their children Melissa Spellen (Walter Leahy) and Anthony Spellen. Their marriage spanned over 6 decades, and together with Chuck, they formed an impressive team who routinely transformed their home into a beautiful space where flawless entertaining was routine and effortlessly executed to the delight of friends and family.
Her passing will leave a tremendous void in the lives of her numerous nieces and nephews on both sides of the family: Auntie Carole loved all of them and nothing made her happier than having a gathering of family and friends together with her and Chuck at their home on Bowman in Whitby.
As a proud graduate of the University of Toronto in 1959, Carole accepted a position as a high school teacher and was very fortunate to meet fellow new teacher, a young and dashing Chuck Spellen, in her first teaching assignment at Donovan Collegiate in Oshawa.
In addition to raising her children, Carole owned her own successful decorating business with her partners, and guided her clients to visualize and express their own individual aesthetic. Active in her community, Carole volunteered and assisted many organizations over the years, most recently working with Community Care Durham. Carole enjoyed curling for many years and her competitive and spirited approach to the game garnered many accolades. She was also very involved with regular bridge games played with dear friends for over 60 years.
Carole's kindness and willingness to help others in need was fundamentally part of her nature. She will be greatly missed.
Please join us for a celebration of Carole’s life at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Road North, Whitby, ON. Visitation will take place at 11:00 am up until the time of service at 12:00 pm in the chapel. A reception to follow.
Kindly consider donations in lieu of flowers to ALS Society of Canada and Community Care Durham, in memory of Carole.
Messages of condolences and shared memories may be left for the family by visiting www.barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com
SMITH, Barbara Ann Smith
SMITH, Barbara Ann Smith - 13-Jul-1932 - 31-Aug-2024
Sadly, but with love and gratitude, we share the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Barbara Ann Smith (nee Millar) on August 31, 2024, at the age of 92. She was predeceased by her parents, James and Winnifred Millar, her brothers John and Robert, and her sister Eleanor; she is survived by her husband of 70 years, Hugh, her children Beverly (John Hoefs), Douglas (Donna McAleer), Debra (Paul Caissie) and Glenn (Deb Thompson), her sisters, Jean and Margaret (Grenville Barnes) her grandchildren, Braden, Randy, Jeremy, Jean Paul, Annika, Chantelle, Jonathan, James, Melanie and Brianne, and her great grandchildren, Nora, Jack, Emmett, Willa and Isobel, along with countless relatives and friends who felt her warmth and generosity. Throughout her life, mom enjoyed cooking, horseback riding, antiquing, playing baseball, golf, gardening and caring for her many pets. But, her greatest passion was her family, and she surrounded them with unconditional love and support. Many thanks to Angie, Corrine and Tina for their exemplary home care. Visitation will take place Friday, September 6 at 9:30 am, to be followed by a Celebration of Life at 11 am, at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, ON. Interment at Mount Lawn Cemetery, followed by a Reception at Mount Lawn Funeral Home. If you are considering a floral tribute, we suggest including mom’s favourite colour, yellow; or wearing something yellow at the service. If you are unable to attend the funeral service but wish to watch it via the Livestream, please click the following link to register: Funeral Service Link
Donations in mom’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society, Diabetes Canada, or the Durham Humane Society would also be appreciated.
STOREY, Ernest Andrew Storey
STOREY, Ernest Andrew Storey - 1929-2024
A casual, informal gathering in honour of Ernest Andrew Storey
Ernest Andrew Storey passed away at 95 years of age on Monday, September 2, 2024 in his family home. He was a kind, compassionate man; he was witty, opinionated and outspoken and loved to laugh. He was likeable and charming in many ways. The word "enigma" is a fitting description of his character. He is deeply missed by his son Ernest John and daughter-in-law Elizabeth, granddaughter Megan and her husband Eli Gergolas.
Ernest was born May 27, 1929 in Northern Ireland and came to Canada as an infant with his parents Maggie and Tom Storey and brothers Adam and Thomas James. The depression of the 1930's made their new life difficult; work was scarce but they always had food on the table. Ernest and Mildred Louise Brooke were married in 1954. Their daughter, Pamela Louise predeceased them and the death of their infant daughter was a tragic loss for Ernest. He called her his little rosebud. When his granddaughter Megan was born, poppy and granny cared for her with love and affection during the day.
Ernest had a genuine, living experience in his life with Christ and is in heaven now praising God for the death, burial and resurrection of his Son Jesus Christ, as his passport to glory.
May the road rise to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again may God
hold you in the palm of His hand.
Amen