Gary Douglas Cromar
(April 23rd, 1945 - August 7th, 2021)
Gary passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of Saturday August 7, 2021 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a short illness.
He was in his 77th year.
He is survived by his older brother James (Jim) and his long-time friend Barbara, and was predeceased by his father Doug, mother Hazel (nee Redshaw), older sister Ruth and sister-in-law Barb.
In his younger days, Gary enjoyed working at the Bulova Watch Company in Scarborough.
More recently he has been enjoying retirement in Oshawa, spending time with his friend Barbara and cheering for the Blue Jays.
He was looking forward to karaoke again when Covid restrictions allowed.
A gentle soul, Gary will be missed.
A private memorial visitation will be held at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa.
To share an online condolence please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Glenn Garry Peyton
January 31, 1965 – July 31, 2021
Age 56 It is with great sadness, that we announce the sudden passing of our son, brother and uncle.
Glenn was the beloved son of Oswald and Myrtle Peyton (predeceased October 26, 2019).
He is the youngest brother to Raymond (Samantha), Paul (Petrina), Clifford (Bonnie) and big brother to his sister Valerie Barclay (Steve).
Glenn has many nephews and nieces and great nephews and nieces who loved him greatly.
Glenn was born on January 31, 1965 in Oshawa.
He spent most of his formative years, growing up in Newfoundland.
Glenn loved sharing may detailed childhood adventures.
He loved to talk about his time spent with his brothers, getting in wonderful trouble and great fishing tales!
At the young age of twenty one, Glenn was in a tragic motorcycle accident that resulted in several brain surgeries, six months at Sunnybrook hospital and long stay in rehab at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa.
At the time, Doctors said that he would never walk or talk again but his great faith believing Mom, Family and Church family would not give up until Glenn defied all the odds by walking and talking!
Glenn’s beautiful Mom was his primary caregiver for most of his life and his Dad continued to provide and advocate for him up until the day he entered heavens gates to meet his Saviour and be reunited with his beloved Mother.
While Glenn was left with a partial paralysis and on oxygen, he told anyone who would listen to his story, often leaving people in tears by his soft, kind words and his “My Cup is Full” attitude!
We would like to say a big Thank You to all the Doctors and Nurses that took care of Glenn during the years.
Durham Region has some of the best medical staff in all of Ontario.
We extend a warm Thank You to the Wyndfield Long Term Care staff who took care of Glenn for the past couple of years and through this pandemic.
Thank You for being there for Glenn, when we could not be. Psalm 116:16 “Precious in the sight of the the Lord is the death of his saints.”
Visitation will be held OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME , 847 King Street West, (905-721-1234) on Tuesday, August 17th from 12:15 until 1:15.
Please sign up for visitation using the Link: https://signup.com/go/KgwQFFR
Private Family Service to follow. Please join the family in celebrating Glenn's life via the livestream link: https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/34444
Interment at Thornton Cemetery.
Memorial donations to Sunnybrook Hospital or Crosspoint Church would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Glenn Thomas Bryant
April 11, 1962 – August 9, 2021
Passed away peacefully on Monday August 9, 2021 at the age of 59, surrounded by his wife and children.
Beloved husband of Margaret. Loving father of Jennifer-Lynn Bryant and Josh Bryant.
Lovingly remembered by his grandson, Brayden Boudreau.
Loved son of Ruth and the late Milton Bryant.
Dear brother of Brenda (Paul) DaPonte, Wayne (Patty) Bryant, Larry (Sonya) Bryant and the late Ed Bryant, and John Bryant, brother-in-law to Lina.
Glenn will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephew, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Resting at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME , 847 King St. W. Oshawa where the family will receive friends on Friday August 20, 2021 from 3 to 5 pm.
Please log on to https://signup.com/go/YTpctCZ to reserve a spot.
A Private Family Celebration of Life will be held in the Chapel.
Condolences for the family or expressions of sympathy may be left at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Geraldine Brasseur
June 26th, 1931 - August 3rd, 2021
Gerry passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Wynfield Long Term Care Residence, at the age of 90.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Carmen. Loving mother of Diane Manol (Jon) and Jeannine Murphy (Joe).
Absolutely cherished grandmother of Nicole, Mathew, Brandon, and Michael. Special aunt to many, especially Rhonda and Wayne.
Thank you to the staff of Wynfield for their love and compassion. Gerry “Momma” was a well-loved member of their family and she will be greatly missed.
To name all of the staff members that became her extended family would be a very long list.
Gerry’s artistic creativity followed her through her entire life.
She was in her happy place when she spent her days listening to music and colouring with her favourite markers in her many many many colouring books.
As per her wishes, cremation will take place.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Oshawa Senior Community Centres Adult Day Program at www.donations.oscc.ca.
Online condolences may be left at armstrongfh.ca .
Gertrude (Trudy) Elizabeth Carroll
July 9, 1939 - July 23, 2021
Our dear mother has gone home to heaven after her battle with Alzheimer's, on Friday, July 23, 2021.
She celebrated her 82nd birthday on July 9th.
A devoted loving mother to Valerie Anne, Elizabeth Michelle and Tracey June.
A grandmother to Amanda, Nadine and Shannon who she truly cherished.
Great-grandmother to, Sienna, Mariah, Isaiah, Alijah, Jonah, Kingston and Kyrie, who she immensely treasured.
She also leaves behind her sister Mary Jane, and nephews Dwight and David.
Her name, Gertrude represents "spear" and "universal strength".
Gertrude was the Only Female Saint to Be Called 'The Great' which she truly symbolized in every way.
Her strength and spirit in life will be honored in heaven.
You can make a donation in her memory directly to the Sunnybrook Alzheimer's Research Institute.
Condolences may be expressed at SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE - PICKERING.
Gary McAleer
70, passed away peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer.
Gary is survived by his beloved wife, Ellen of more then 40 years.
Loving Dad to Lisa (Kevin), Jennifer (Donald), Tanya (Michael), Angie and Holly.
Cherished Papa to many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.
Gary will also be missed his brothers, sisters, many nieces and nephews as well as his extended family.
In retirement, Gary enjoyed sitting on his front porch with his two dogs while chatting with family, friends and neighbours.
Donations in lieu of flowers to the Canadian Cancer Society.
A celebration of Gary’s life will be held later this year.
Gwen Louise Summers
Our family announces with great sadness the sudden passing of Gwen Summers of Whitby on Monday, August 2, 2021, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Gwen was predeceased by her husband Bruce (2006).
Much loved mother of Susan and Graham Wise, Jill and Chris Honda, Jennifer and Brian Legree, Doug Summers and Jennifer Rhines, Tom Summers, Stephanie and Matt Butler and Dawne Summers.
Treasured sister of Barb and Bill Heyburn of Thornhill and Shirley and Jack Findley of Oshawa.
Loved niece of Kay Musgrave of Toronto. Loving grandmother of Brendan and Jamie Wise, Meredith Little and Keith Honda, Allison and Davis Legree, Meghan Summers and Nathaniel, Benjamin and Victoria Butler.
Great-grandmother of Jonas and Kade Little and Wren Wise.
Along with Bruce, the husband-and-wife team built and operated several golf courses in Durham Region, including Pickering (Seaton), Winchester, Lakeridge Links and Whispering Ridge. Family and faith were Gwen’s pillars. She took great pride watching her children and grandchildren perform on athletic and artistic stages and was an active member of Burns Presbyterian Church in Ashburn for many years.
Gwen truly valued the special friendships she made with members at Burns and other churches in Pickering and Oshawa.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions a private service will be held.
The family thanks the caring staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa and the Kidney Care Clinic at Lakeridge Health Whitby.
Donations can be made to Burns Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.
Garry Michael
It is with great sadness that the family of Garry Lloyd Michael announce his passing, after a hard fought battle, on July 28, 2021.
Garry passed at his home, surrounded by the love and care of his family, at the age of 80.
Garry leaves behind his beloved and cherished wife of 59 years, Sandra, having just celebrated their anniversary on July 7th, 2021.
Garry’s fun and loving personality will be fondly remembered by his children Chris (Darlene), Heather, and Judi (Joe). He was the cherished Grampa to Nicole (Brian), Adam, Dylan (Rachel), Dustin, Megan (Jeff), and Jacob. Garry was the most loved Poppa to Peyton, Autumn, Savannah and Oakland.
He will be greatly missed by his lifelong friends Gord and Mimi McCarthy and their children, Brenda, David, Lori, Brian and their families. Garry will forever be loved and remembered by all of his extended family and friends.
Some were even fortunate enough to work beside him through his many years at the Toronto Transit Commission, where he was a diligent and recognized worker.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude and appreciation to Maddie, who provided the greatest care they could have ever wished for Garry during his fight. Your love and care does not go unnoticed or unappreciated.
As per Garry’s wishes, cremation has taken place and the family will be having a Celebration of Life in his honor at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or ALS Society of Canada.
Gordon Howard Lew
It is with great sadness that the family of Gordon Lew, announce his passing, July 24, 2021 in his 62 year.
Gordon will be sadly missed by his mother Patricia Fowler (Dennis), brothers Al (Patty), David, Robert (Karlene).
Fondly remembered by his friend Mary, and several nieces and nephews .
Gerda Lotte Pinnock
Gerda Lotte Pinnock (née Kötzsch) was born in Gera, Germany on March 25, 1930.
She passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on July 24, 2021 at her condominium in Toronto, Canada.
A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Gerdy (as she was known by all) loved spending time with her family and friends and never missed an opportunity to welcome visitors into the family home.
She considered her friends as part of her extended family.
Gerdy and her husband Harry enjoyed their time travelling to visit friends and family, camping, and especially enjoyed their time at the country place in Malone, New York.
Gerdy was predeceased by her loving husband Harry Altamond Pinnock.
She is survived by her sons Richard, Steven and his wife Rita, Wayne and his wife Audrey, and Gerdy’s two sisters Helga and Ilsa.
Gerdy is also survived by seven grandchildren, Adam, Cara and her husband Jerrod, Chantelle and her husband Bradley, Kiara, Liana, Marica and Michael.
She had five great grandchildren Kaiden, Khalessi, Noah, Sophie and Zachary.
A graveside funeral service blessing will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 10:30am at Sanctuary Park Cemetery (Section T), 1570 Royal York Road, Etobicoke, Ontario.
The Celebration of Life reception will follow at 11:30am at her condominium social room, 11 Wincott Drive, Etobicoke, Ontario.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations could be made to your favourite charity on behalf of Gerda Pinnock.
For online condolences, please visit wctownfuneralchapel.com .