May 1940 - January 2021

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Christine Mary Ambrose on January 16, 2021 at the Ajax Pickering Hospital.

She was loved dearly by family and friends.

Christine is survived by her loving husband John Ambrose, cherished daughter Janet, son-in-law David, and granddaughter Amy; and predeceased by her precious daughter Karen.

Christine will be remembered for her bubbly and kind personality but mostly for her love towards her husband, family and friends. She loved her job at Ajax hospital.

She was devoted to her Catholic faith so we know she will be dancing in heaven.

The family want to thank the staff at Ajax hospital for their kindness and empathy during this difficult time. We also want to thank the many that have reached out to offer their prayers and kindness at this very difficult time.

Due to Covid-19 a limited funeral service with close family only will be held on January 22nd at 11:00 am in Ajax.

She will be laid to rest beside her precious daughter Karen in Ajax, Ontario. She will be missed dearly.

Donations in lieu of flowers, is preferred. Kindly donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

(February 5, 1956 – January 8, 2021) Passed away peacefully at Hillsdale Terraces on Friday January 8, 2021, in her 65th year.Dearly beloved wife of Michael of 47 years.Loving mother of Christy Whiteman (Jassen) and Kelly Pereira (Richard). Cherished Nana of Jackson, Reese, and Nicholas.Dear sister of Debbie Kernaghan (Sandy) and predeceased by her sister Judy Chapman. Survived by brother in law Al.Dear daughter of the late Raymond and Bernadette Cherryholme. Will be remembered by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends.Carol was a longtime bank manager with RBC and a member of the Rotary Club of Bowmanville. Carol was an avid golfer and loved to travel.A service will be held in 2021. Arrangements entrusted to COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2 Courtice, ON L1E 2R7.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region.Online tributes and expression of sympathies may be placed at courticefuneralchapel.com .

(1925 - 2021) - Charlie passed away peacefully on the evening of January 4th, 2021 with his daughter Deborah at his side, under the care of the wonderful Cullen Garden staff at Fairview Lodge. Charlie is survived by his bride of 70 years, Helen Mckay. Charlie was father to four; Yvonne, Brian, Lorraine and Deborah, and grandfather to five; Sarah, Ian, Bryden, Cody and John.Charlie was born on the Potterrow in Edinburgh, Scotland and immigrated to Canada in 1954. He worked at IBM for 30 years, took an active part in the Canadian Scottish Club, Whitby Lawn Bowling and the Canadian Legion.He was a proud Canadian who loved, though lamented, his favourite hockey team the Toronto Maple Leafs. But most of all he loved and dedicated his life to his wife and to the home they both created for our family. We will miss you Dad and wherever you are we hope you are having a glass of Navy rum, some mince n’ tatties, and big bar of chocolate with your beloved son Brian.

August 9, 1951 – January 1, 2021It is with immense sadness that we announce the sudden passing on Friday, January 1, 2021, of Charles Bradley “Brad” Donner after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 69. Brad was born on August 9, 1951 in Midland, Ontario to Joyce Thomson and Len Donner.He spent his career as a Toronto Firefighter (previously North York) until his retirement in 2002.Brad married Darlene Burns (Debbie) on September 22, 1973, and raised two children, Shawna and Brett. Brad had a passion for music.He enjoyed his time as a DJ for CHOO radio in his earlier years and continued his love of playing the guitar/banjo by performing regularly throughout his life.He was a man who had many hobbies and was always ready to try something new.From obtaining his pilot’s license, to fishing and hunting, to working on his model railroad, Brad was always puttering with something.After his retirement from the Toronto Fire Department, Brad and Debbie purchased a cottage where they spent their summers.This was Brad’s favorite place, where he could relax and spend time with his grandkids and tractor. Brad was preceded in death by his father, Len, and his mother, Joyce. He is survived by his loving wife Debbie, his two amazing children, Shawna Gavas (Brian) and Brett, his grandchildren, Simon, Gavin, Shiloh, Levi and Grayson and brother Bart (Nora) Arlow, of Hamburg, New York. Although we will miss Brad’s presence deeply, we feel blessed to have had this amazingly talented and loving man brighten and enlighten us throughout our lives. As per Brad’s wishes, he will be cremated and his ashes will be spread at a later date.Due to COVID precautions, no formal funeral services are planned.Arrangements have been entrusted to the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME . If desired, donations may be made to The Lakeridge Health Oshawa Foundation in Brads’s honour or you can donate blood in Brad’s honour with the Canadian Blood Services.