Melva May Irwin
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April 13, 1925 - April 12, 2023
Safe in the arms of Jesus just one day short of her 98TH birthday.
Lovingly remembered by her sons Wayne (Donna) and Dennis (Linda), and daughter-in-law Lois.
Also remembered by her grandchildren Jason (Cheryl), Candace, Darriel Broughton (Kevin), Mark, Tim, Steven (Victoria) and Ryan (Julie); and her great-grandchildren Anze and Benjamin Morgan, Edward and Grayson Broughton, and Titus Irwin.
Survived by her sister Viola and sister-in-law Bernice. Predeceased by her parents Lionel and Ina (Summerfelt) Middleton, her eldest son Larry Irwin, her two sisters Effie Ogden (Doug) and Norma Ingleton (Ray), brother-in-law Don Raymer, nephew Lionel Ingleton and niece Sharon Ogden.
Visitation with family and friends will be at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge, on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow at the funeral home.
A private family interment will take place at the Armadale Free Methodist Cemetery, Toronto.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Armadale Free Methodist Cemetery.
Margaret Phyllis
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Peacefully, with her family at her side, on Wednesday, April 12th, 2023; Margaret, in her 92nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Robert Nelson (2005).
Loving mother of Maree (Gary) Donoghue, Brian Nelson and Michelle Kalb.
Devoted and loving Nanna of Amanda (Matt) Bongard, Stephanie (Jason) McFarland, Lauren (Tim) Waugh, Rachel Kalb and Jack Kalb.
Great Nanna of William, Josie, Kylie, Payton and Ella.
Margaret will be missed by many family and friends in her beloved Australia and Canada.
She was an active life-time member of the County Town Singers for over 50 years; a life-time member of the Whitby Courthouse Theatre; and a volunteer for over 40 years at Lakeridge Health, Whitby.
Relatives and friends are welcome to attend the visitation at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Friday from 2 - 4 pm and 7 - 9 pm. Visitation will continue on Saturday, April 15th, 2023 from 10 am until service time in the funeral home chapel at 11:00 a.m.
Interment to follow at GROVESIDE CEMETERY, Brooklin.
Donations in memory of Margaret to Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com.
Mildred Jean Sellers
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At the age of 91 passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday April 11, 2023.
Beloved wife to the late Gordon Sellers.
Dear mother to Bonnie (James), Doug (Marg), Darla (Ed), Shirley (Kevin), Rhonda (Keven) and Pat (Don).
Loving grandmother and great grandmother to 15 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
Dear sister to Ron (Peggy) Haynes.
Daughter of the late Lorne and Daisy Haynes. Jean will be greatly missed by all her nieces and their families.
A Memorial Service will be held at Northcutt elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Sunday April 16th at 2 pm.
Memorial Donations can be made to The Alzheimer’s Society or Diabetes Canada.
Mary DeCaires
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1955 - 2023
With heavy hearts and the utmost sadness, the DeCaires family announces the passing of our matriarch, Mary DeCaires (nee Rattansingh), beloved wife of Joseph DeCaires, who unexpectedly passed away on Saturday April 08, 2023.
Mary is survived by her husband Joseph and their two children, Kristina and Richard (Priyanka); her sister Violet and her children Christopher, Samantha and Sabrina along with her sister Vera. She is also predeceased by her elder sister Sylvia, her brother-in-law Richard, and her parents, Roodal and Dolly Rattansingh.
Mary will also be greatly missed by her in-law family, including all her nieces and nephews.
Mary was born in Trinidad on September 22, 1955 to Roodal and Dolly.
Mary was a constant beacon of love, guidance and support to her family and friends. She was passionate, generous, kind-hearted, and never afraid to speak her mind. She worked tirelessly to take care of her family and to her last day, always prioritized helping her family when in need.
Mary will be deeply missed by her family and friends, and anyone who had the pleasure of meeting her and getting to know her.
A Memorial Service honouring her life will be held on Monday April 17, 2023 from 12pm-3pm at the McEachnie Funeral Home Family Centre, 28 Old Kingston Road in Ajax, Ontario.
As a survivor of breast cancer, in lieu of flowers or other considerations, the family asks that you please consider donating in her honour to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Micheline Allain
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September 24, 1947 - April 9, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Micheline Allain (née Boucher) on Easter Sunday, April 9th 2023 at the age of 75 years old.
She passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at Lakeridge Oshawa Health after her courageous battle with cancer.
Beloved mother of Lise Allain-Taylor (Tim Taylor).
Proud grandmother (Memère) of Eric and Rachel Taylor.
She is now reunited in heaven with her parents Ronaldo and Irma Boucher.
She will be dearly missed by her brother Reynald (Linda), her niece Vickie (Roger) and by her family spread all through Ontario, Québec and New Brunswick. She had many long-time friends from Sault Ste. Marie that will also miss her dearly.
Thank you to the wonderful staff at Carriage House Retirement Home in Oshawa who always looked out for her in these last few years.
A huge shout out to the caring and compassionate staff at Lakeridge Oshawa Health in the Durham Regional Cancer Centre and The Palliative Care Team who made sure to keep Micheline comfortable until the very end.
Visitation at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Saturday April 15th from 12:30 pm until time of service in the Barnes Chapel Saturday afternoon at 2:00 pm
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made on your own time in Micheline’s honour to a special organization of your choice that is near and dear to your heart.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Maria Ropicki
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February 1, 1927 - April 8, 2023
Passed away peacefully on Saturday April 8th, 2023 at Oak ridges Hospice, surrounded by her family.
Maria in her 97th year is the beloved wife of the late Emil Ropicki (1984).
Dear mother of Paul (Emilia), Michael (Melanie), John (Irene) and Sylvia Storgato (Mario).
Loved Baba of Sandra, Michael, Melissa, John, Anna, Brian, Vanessa, Celine & Dan.
Adored great Baba of 6 great grandchildren.
Survived by her sister Tina Holmberg (Dave).
Maria will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends.
Our sincerest heartfelt thanks to the entire team at Oak Ridges Hospice for their kindness, Dr. Rebecca Wray for her understanding and advice, the entire team at Lakeridge Health Port Perry ER and all for her tremendously outstanding care.
Visitation will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Tuesday April 11th from 5pm to 8pm. Panachyda will be held Tuesday at 7:30pm.
A funeral service will be held at ST. GEORGE THE GREAT MARTYR UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH on Wednesday April 12th at 10am.
Interment to follow at St. Wolodymyr & St. Olha Cemetery.
Memorial donations to St. George the Great Martyr Church would be appreciated by the family.
For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Margaret Mary “Peggy” Smith
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1931 - 2023
Predeceased by her husband Robert John Arthur Smith (1998) and her daughter Dianne (2017) (Bill)
Loving mother of Michael (Brenda), Catherine (Philip) and David (Tammy).
Proud grandmother of Julie (Brent), Doug, William (Yuki), Robert (Bethany), Laura, Stephanie (Christopher) and David. Great grandmother of Ashley, Jason, Cole, Eric, Kaede, Akari and Liam.
Peggy will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Oak Ridges Hospice (1722 Scugog St. Port Perry ON. L9L 1E2) would be appreciated .
Melvyn Robert Pointer
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January 25, 1953 – April 3, 2023
Mel passed away peacefully, on April 3, 2023, at the age of 70, after his long and difficult battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
Mel leaves behind his daughter, Caitlin Pointer; and partner, Maureen Smith.
Mel was an amazing man with a love for travel, sports, music, motorcycles, cars and all things sweet.
Mel always had a positive outlook, wonderful sense of humour and zest for life. He will be missed dearly.
To express condolences, make a donation in his memory or learn more about Mel's life, visit: wctownfuneralchapel.com.
Mary Geraldine Anderson
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March 15, 1939 - March 30, 2023
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday March 30th, 2023 at the age of 84.
Survived by her loving children Otto and his wife Janet of Oshawa, Freda Yeomanson of B.C., David Yeomanson of Leaskdale,
Angela Friede and her husband Harvie of Frankville and Paula Maher-Bickle and her husband Doug of Bowmanville.
Much loved grandmother of Aron, Ryan, Daryl, Eric, Jenna, Joe, Evan, Mackaylen and Josh.
Great Grandmother of 9.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Mary Assunta Bonello
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AUGUST 15, 1933 – MARCH 24, 2023
Born in Senglea, Malta on August 15, 1933.
Passed away at Grey Gables LTC in Markdale, Ontario on Friday March 24, 2023 with her family by her side.
Beloved wife of the late Alfred Bonello for 51 years.
Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Theresa Bonello and loved by 12 brothers and sisters. Cherished mother to Martese (Steve), Josette (Ian), Frances (Sean) and Suzanne (Darrell). Grandma to Savannah, Paige, Lucas, Taylor, Aimee, Shelby, Reed, Ryan, step-grandchild Natasha and her 6 dear great-grandchildren.
Mary was a woman of faith who treasured her family above all. We wish to extend special thanks to the many health care professionals who assisted Mary with compassion and dignity while supporting the entire family with loving care.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME on Tues. April 4 from 3 – 5 pm and 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church, Whitby on Wed. April 5 at 10:30 am. Feel free to wear colours of your choice in celebration of Mary’s joyful life.
Donations in memory of Mary made to The Rosary Path at Mary Lake (www.marylake.com/give/rosary-path-support) would be gratefully appreciated.
If you wish to attend Mary’s funeral from a distance, please join the family via live stream at https://www.youtube.com/@stjohntheevangelistcatholi3837 on Wednesday, April 5 at 10:30 am.
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