V. Anne Gallas
AUGUST 26, 1937 – DECEMBER 12, 2023
Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday December 12th, 2023 at the age of 86 years. Predeceased by her beloved husband Mike Gallas (2003).
Proud Loving Mother of Christine Reid (David), Marty (Susan), Randy (Marj),and Darlene Bremner (Scott).
Cherished Nana of Michael Gallas, Leigh Gallas (Matt), Arron Gallas, predeceased by Jennifer Gallas; Tracy White (Sean), Terry Reid (Min-Hye), Robert Reid, Dan, Mallory (Adam), Blake Bremner (Lauren), Jessica Bremner (Dave) and Big Nana of Claire, Thomas, Chase, Jaxen, Cohen and River.
Dear sister of Kathy Hooey (Gary), and predeceased by siblings Ted O’Connor and Tom O’Connor.
Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Anne will always be remembered for being President of Willow Park Ladies Golf League at Sunnybrae Golf Course, Port Perry, over 35 years, and loved every minute.
She was very proud of her Irish Catholic upbringing , involved in the CWL for 40 plus years; Vice President of Whitby Figure Skating Club and founding member of Willow Park Girls Baseball League; Enthusiastic supporter of Garrard Road Minor Lacrosse Association; Volunteer at Whitby Seniors Centre on the Trip Committee; Worked for Elections Canada for many years.
Special thank you to Dr. Isabella Dion and receptionist Sara and all the wonderful PSW’s for the daily care for our mother.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME 847 King Street West, on Tuesday December 19th, 2023 from 4:00 pm. to 8:00 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday December 20th, 2023 at 10:30 am. at Holy Family Catholic Church (91 Ribblesdale Drive, Whitby). Reception to follow.
After reception Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby.
Donations may be made in memory of Anne to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences and tributes may be placed at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Verna Grace Hodson
July 20, 1928 - December 11, 2023
Passed away with family by her side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday December 11th, 2023 at the age of 95.
Much loved wife of Ray Hodson for 71 years.
Cherished Mom of Lynda Brownson (Frank Mollica), Gord Hodson (Leslie-Anne), Kathie Luke (Michael). Predeceased by her son Philip (2014)
Loving Grandmother of Julianne (Jeffrey), Scott (Sarah), Andrew (Michelle), Lauren (Alex), Sara (Mark) and Adam.
Great Grandmother of Aiden, Desmond, Wesley, Findlay, Lincoln and Sean.
Visitation at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Sunday December 17th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Celebration of Life will be held in the Barnes Chapel Monday afternoon at 1:00 pm
In memory of Verna memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Brooklin United Church would be appreciated.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Velia Ida Scalia
March 18, 1937 - November 27, 2023
Velia passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday November 27th at the age of 86 at Agecare Samac Oshawa, formally known as Chartwell Wynfield LTC.
Loving daughter of the late Michele Bombino and Maria Bombino (Mele) of Grimaldi, Italy.
Predecessed by her husband Anthony and her beloved son John.
She leaves behind her devoted son Frank and daughter in law Maria. Cherished Nonna to John Jr., Merissa (Mike), Veronica and Sarah. Predeceased by her siblings Joseph (Emilia), Rosina (John), Geltruda and Giovanni. She will also be missed by her sister in law Giovanna (Grimaldi, Italy) as well as her many nephews, nieces, cousins and extended family and friends.
Born in Grimaldi (Cosenza) Italy, Velia left in July 1960 to move to Canada to start a new way of life and a family. She worked full time as a head housekeeper at the Dynasty (Carousel) Inn in Oshawa for many years. Velia was a hard worker, an amazing cook and baker and always enjoyed the company of family and friends.
She was a role model to her family and many people who knew her and often helped the community through acts of kindness. Velia showed affection, respect, loyalty and strength to all those she loved.
She lived for her children and grandchildren. Family was everything to her.
Velia had a way of making each person, even those who were initially strangers, feel like family within a few short minutes. In true Velia fashion, no one ever left her home hungry.
The Scalia family wishes to thank everyone for their many years of countless support throughout Velia’s illnesses. Your kindness has provided her and her family comfort and strength these past 10 years and their gratitude is endless.
Velia’s family would also like to thank Agecare Samac Oshawa, where she was a resident for more than 8 years. Especially Dr. Wilk and the entire staff of administrators, nurses, PSWs, and volunteers for their compassion and exceptional care.
She will be dearly missed and treasured always.
Please join with the family at the Visitation held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Friday December 8th from 3pm to 9pm. Parish Prayers will be held in the Chapel at 3pm.
In lieu of flowers donations to Ronald McDonald House Charities or Holy Cross Parish would be appreciated by the family.
For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Veda Nath Mohabir
August 19, 1942 - November 25, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the loss of our beloved Dad, Veda Nath Mohabir on November 25, 2023.
Loving father to Nadine Shanti and Sasha Devi.
Proud grandfather to Jonathan, Joshua, Selena and Kaleb. OVERVIEW 11/27/23, 3:56 PM Veda Nath Mohabir.
A visitation is being held at McEachnie Funeral Home in the Chapel on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held Thursday, November 30, 2023 in the Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m.
If desired, donations may be made to Sunnybrook Hospital https://sunnybrook.ca/.
Vincent Adelino Marullo Jr.
JUNE 20, 1959 – NOVEMBER 15, 2023
It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Vince, surrounded by his family after a sudden illness at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Wednesday November 15th, 2023 at the age of 64 years.
Dearly beloved husband of Dorothy of 38 years.
Loving father of Ashley, Cassandra Marullo and Chantel Hanson.
Cherished grandfather of Eliana Marullo and Savannah, Dylan, Colton, and Josiah.
Survived by his siblings Joanne Carson, Diane Carter, Lise Dreault, and predeceased by brother Claude Dreault and sister Denise Marullo. Will be missed by sister in-law Micheline Gagne.
Dear son of the late Vincent Marullo Sr. and Georgette Dreault.
Fondly remembered by his favourite mother in-law Georgina Hanson; and his many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Vince will be remembered as a wonderful, loving husband, father and family man.
He was truly devoted to his family. Vince was a hard worker dedicated to serving his clients.
He will be forever loved and remembered and never to be forgotten.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME 847 King Street West on Thursday November 23rd, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday November 24th, 2023 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.
Donations may be made in memory of Vince to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Marullo family.
Vincent Aprile
It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Vincent Aprile on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023.
Beloved darling husband of Bonnie (nee Zahodnik) for 23 years, engaged for 17 years and dated for 10 years.
Loving father of Carla Aprile and Reagan (Beth) Aprile. Proud Nonno of Tia, Lucas and Michael.
Dear brother of Connie Gennuso and Nell Lauretta and brother-in-law of Janet Zahodnik. He will be deeply missed by cousins Catherine (Dan) Kaloutsky, extended family and friends.
A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, November 12th from 12:00p.m to 2:00p.m at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road in Whitby, ON, with a chapel service to follow at 2:00p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name to The Canadian Cancer Society or Mount Sinai Hospital would be greatly appreciated.
Valerie Marie Edna Gavin
OCTOBER 10, 1982 – OCTOBER 29, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Valerie on Sunday October 29th, 2023, at the age of 41 years.
Beloved daughter of Barbara Gavin, Eric Rideout and Glen Gale (Jennette).
Loving mother of Angel (Brian) and Hunter. Dear sister of Chad (Pamela), Michael (Theresa), Dylan (Shannon), and Faith (Eric).
Cherished granddaughter of late Cecil Gavin (Marie), Late Claude Gale (Late Edna).
Will be missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Valerie was an incredibly caring and giving person to all those around her.
She was incredibly selfless and always put the wellbeing of others before her own.
Valerie faced a lot of obstacles in life but that never stopped her from doing all she could for those around her. Even on her worst days she would find ways to make those around her smile with her quirky, and sometimes over the top, sense of humour.
She was the brightest light in the room and you couldn’t help but be drawn to her.
Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home (847 King Street West) on Thursday November 9th, 2023 from 12:30 p.m. until time of funeral services in the chapel at 1:30 pm.
Valerie’s family and friends were her world and she would have done everything and anything for them, so now we ask if you could do the same for her and help alleviate her children and family of this financial burden in any way you can.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Valerie's memory may be made to Go Fund Me, https://www.gofundme.com/f/valerie-gavin.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Gavin family.
Verdon (Vern) Paul Kent
March 7, 1938 - November 1, 2023
Passed peacefully with family by his side.
Loving husband for 62 yrs to Marilyn.
Beloved father to Craig (Sudesh), Joanne (Paul), Lisa (Wray), Leanne (Gord).
Grandpa to 14 grandchildren and 17 great grans.
Retired from GM after 32yrs. Predeceased by brothers Ken, Jake, Doug, Don and parents John and Emily. He is survived by his sister Carol.
Many thanks to Dr. Corpus and complete palliative care team.
Friends and family are invited to gather for a visitation and service at NEwcastle Funeral Home on Saturday November 4, 2023 from 12:00 noon until the time of service in the chapel at 1:30.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Marigold Hospice.
Victoria “Vicki” Brown
May 1945 - October 26, 2023
Victoria (Vicki) Margarat Brown (nee McAfee) Passed away October 26, 2023 in Peterborough, Ontario at the age of 78.
Loving wife to the Late Robert (Bob) H.L. Brown (March 31, 1985).
Dear Mother of Darrin (Lyane). Nanny of Daniel, Kaelle and Noah. Sister to Barbara (Ted) and Doug (Debra). Aunt to Mike, Lisa, Dana and David.
Vicki will also be missed by her 4 legged friend Benjii.
In keeping with Vicki's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will take place at a later date.
In memory of Vicki, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Victor Tyronne Carter
AUGUST 21, 1943 – OCTOBER 8, 2023
Our beloved Victor Carter passed away peacefully early October 8th, 2023 at the age of 80 years old.
He is survived by his siblings Rita, Stanton, Shirley, George, Johnny, Sonia, Ryan, children, nieces, nephews and grandchildren.
Victor was predeceased by his parents Colin Carter and Doris Skeete.
As well as his wife Ivy and children Fred and Cindy.
Victor was born in Bridgetown, Barbados on August 21st 1943 and emigrated to Montreal, Canada in 1953 with his Brother George Carter where he lived for many years.
His childhood instilled a lifelong passion for athletics where he followed his high school dream in football (with the Montreal alouettes) and baseball at a professional level for a period of time.
He later moved to Toronto where he was employed as an engineer with Toronto District School Board for many years.
However, Victor’s love for Barbados never faded as the beach, food and the people brought him back each year following the passing of his late wife Ivy.
Victor and Ivy first met after an evening of dancing. The rest is history.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (95-721-1234) on Friday, October 13th from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 10:30 a.m.
Fond memories and condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .