Joyce Isobelle Keeling
Peacefully surrounded by the love of her family, at the Brightshores Health System in Owen Sound, on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024. Joyce Isobelle Keeling (Byers), of Owen Sound, at the age of 80 years.
Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Clinton “Murray” Keeling. Loving mother of Trevor Keeling and his wife, Deanna, of Pickering, Kent Keeling and his wife, Rebecca, of Peterborough, Tara Hahn and her husband, Nick, of Owen Sound. Proud Nama of Dylan and Connor, and proud Grandma of Jakob and Cameron. Dear sister of Jean Watson of Nepean, and sister-in-law of Virginia Byers of Mount Forest, Gwen McKenzie (Roy), of Owen Sound, Ron ‶Butch″ Keeling (June), of Owen Sound, Joan Henry (Ken), of Parry Sound. Joyce will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends.
Predeceased by her parents Samuel and Dorothy Byers (nee Tribble), her brother Leslie Byers, and her brothers-in-law, Bill Watson and Leo Cooney.
Visitation will be held at Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492, on Monday, July 22, 2024, from 3-6 p.m. A Memorial service to celebrate Joyce’s life will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 1 p.m., followed by a reception at the funeral home. Interment will take place in Shiloh Cemetery, with Rev. Dr. Keith Sweeting officiating.
For those unable to attend in person, the memorial service will be livestreamed and a recorded version will be posted online.
Those wishing to make a memorial donation are asked to consider Chapman House Hospice, or Canadian Baptist Ministries – The Sharing Way as an expression of sympathy.
Jean Elva Barrowman
BARROWMAN, JEAN ELVA (nee KELMAN) June 13, 1915 - June 27, 2024 "The dishes will wait but the opportunity will not - so GO"! This sums up Elva's attitude. She was a genuine, intelligent, fun-loving and generous soul who faced difficulties in her life but chose to be happy. She treasured time spent with her children, family and friends and was an inspiration. Having bravely fought a battle with Lewy Body Dementia in the last ten months of her life, Elva died peacefully soon after celebrating her 109th birthday. She was predeceased by her best friend and husband, John Arnott Barrowman and two children, Allen and Grant. She is survived by her daughter, Elayne (Tim) and her son, Jim (Barbara); grandsons, Ryan (Peter) and Brett (Kendal) and great-grandson, Bray, the light of her life. Born in St. Thomas, Ontario, and married in 1942, Elva eventually lived and raised her family in her two-storey North York home for 57 years. She believed that going up and down the stairs kept her limber. She hosted coffee time with friends and neighbours every week during those years and was dearly loved by all who knew her. At age 97 she moved to Canterbury Seniors Residence and then, at age 105, moved to The Manor (Gravenhurst) and finally to Andy's House Hospice (Port Carling). Since 1954, Elva remained an active member of Willowdale Presbyterian Church and she participated in many different groups throughout her life including Young Peoples, Geneva Group and PEO (Philanthropic Education Organization) in support of women's education. For more than 75 years she was an avid patron of the arts including Mirvish Theatre; The National Ballet; Toronto Symphony and the Canadian Opera Company. Never learning to drive meant she walked everywhere and took public transit downtown to attend performances well into her 90s. She introduced many friends to the arts and coordinated the scheduling, purchase and distribution of all their tickets. Her (surprise) 100th birthday was celebrated on board the Wenonah II steamship in Gravenhurst and was attended by more than 80 friends and relatives from Ontario, British Columbia, New Zealand and California. In the last years of her life, Elva worried that no friends would be alive to attend her funeral, but her family fear they'll have to rent Scotiabank Arena to accommodate those who love her and want to say farewell. Elva's smile, quick wit and hugs will forever be missed. Our sincere thanks to the staff at The Manor (Gravenhurst) and the staff and volunteers of Andy's House who went out of their way to care for mom and treat her with such love and kindness in her final days. For those wishing to make a donation in Elva's name, please contact The Scott Mission or Andy's House (Hospice Muskoka). A celebration of Elva's life will take place at Kane-Jerrett Funeral Home (6191 Yonge St.) on October 2, 2024.
Judith Susanne “Judi” Thorburn
Judith Susanne "Judi" Thorburn, 82, of Wolfville N.S., passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 in Grand View Manor, Berwick. Born in MacKay Section, Hants County, she was one of 12 children of the late Roland and Ruth (Burton) Caldwell.
Judi worked as a personnel clerk at the Kentville Research Station for 25 years. She was an ardent golfer and was a member of Ken-Wo Golf Club. Judi loved all animals but especially her dogs.
She will be greatly missed by her husband, Beverley "Bev", Wolfville; siblings, Boyd (Nellie), Windsor; Lloyd (Mona), Millet, Alta.; Dorothy, Toronto, ON; Alan, Toronto, ON; Bev’s children, Mark (Ann), Wolfville; Lori (Trevor), Terence Bay; grandchildren, Drew, Lauren, Taylor and Courtney; great-grandchildren, Charlie and Blair; sister-in-law, Evelyn, Stewiacke, NS; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by sisters, Alice, Helen, and Myra; brothers, Roy, Omar, Melvin and Clair.
In keeping with Judi’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. Burial will take place at a later date in the Rockland Cemetery, McAdam, New Brunswick. Donations in memory may be made to SPCA – Kings Shelter or the Valley Regional Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.
JAMES ROY BERGUM
It is with heavy hearts we say farewell to James Roy Bergum. Born on August 17, 1956 to James and Eileen Bergum in Wowota, Saskatchewan, Jim was the eldest of four children.
Whether it was showing his brothers and sister how to fix something, ride a motorcycle, watching TV together or bringing them treats, he was a great big brother.
Jim felt family was important and raised his daughters in Sylvan Lake, close to their grandma, aunt, uncle and cousins. He was a well-loved father and uncle to his daughters and nephews, building furniture and toys for them, teaching them practical skills and giving plenty of advice.
Jim and his brother Jeri spent many years working on the pipelines, following in the footsteps of their father and uncles. Later on, Jim became a teacher and enjoyed sharing his love of history, current events and his practical skills with students in Sylvan Lake and surrounding area.
Jim could always find someone to talk to. He was helpful to everyone he met, willing to share his time, his knowledge or just enjoy a good chat.
Jim leaves behind his brother Jade (Carol), daughters Carrie (Darren) and Laura (Cody), granddaughter Amary, nephews Chris and Cody and his special friend Glenna. He was predeceased by his brother Jeri, sister Jodi and grandson Damian.
Celebration of Life
2:00PM Saturday July 27, 2024
Trinity Funeral Chapel
10530-116 Street Edmonton, AB
Janet (Jan) Pinney
PINNEY, JANET (JAN) Jan Pinney passed away peacefully, of natural causes, in her home in Elora, Ontario, on June 30, 2024. Jan is the daughter of Pearl and Harry Pinney. She attended the University of Guelph, graduating with a BA in Fine Arts, and went on to teach within the Toronto District School Board. Jan had a successful career teaching in the high school system, retiring at the age of 55. In much of her life, Jan was a skilled artist herself, practicing in various mediums. In her cherished retirement, Jan enjoyed gardening and invited various animals to converse with her on her porch. Following a car accident, Jan was confined mostly to her home. She was lucky to have good friends who helped her in her daily life. Among them were Rob, Becky, and Ella Heal. She leaves behind many cherished friends, in particular Larry Thompson and Karen Durski, both of whom had known Jan for many years. As well as her sister, Rhonda Berman, whom she was grateful to find late in life. Giddy's Funeral Home in Fergus has attended to Jan's end-of-life wishes. Jan wished to be cremated only, with no celebration of life, and her ashes to be scattered at a special place shared with her dear friend, Becka (Becky).
John Fredrick Oakes
OAKES, JOHN FREDERICK It is with heavy hearts we announce that John Frederick Oakes passed on Sunday, July 14, 2024, in his home, surrounded by family. Born in Toronto on December 31, 1958, John was a loving and devoted father to Oliver, Alexandra and Christopher. He will be deeply missed. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Jude's Anglican Church, 160 William Street, Oakville. Reception to follow at The Oakville Club, 56 Water Street, Oakville.
Juhn Douglas “JACK” Houston
HOUSTON, JOHN DOUGLAS "JACK" 1938 - 2024 John Houston passed away at Belleville Hospital on July 9. Predeceased by loving wife, Lynda and brothers, Ronald and Robert. Beloved son of the late Finley and Kathleen. Proud father of Andrea. A dedicated Air Canada employee for 28 years, Jack previously served with the RCAF. Following retirement, Jack and Lynda moved back from Brampton to their hometown of Belleville. A celebration of life will take place at 12:30 p.m. on July 20th at Rushnell Funeral Home in Belleville. Donations can be made to Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward. For online condolences, visit: www.rushnell.com
John Michael Carr
Passed peacefully at the age of 87 on Monday July 1, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville with family by his side.
Beloved husband and best friend to Mayme for almost 63 years.
Much loved dad to Jeff (Donna) and Diane Bittel (Matt). Cherished Grandpa John to John Michael Carr II (Courtney), Emery Carr, Kyle Carr, Sarah Freer (Isaac), Noah Bittel and Jesse Bittel.
Dear brother to Bronwen (Eddie) and the late Barry (late Joan) and the late Stuart. Missed dearly by several nieces and nephews. John will be lovingly remembered by his Trulls Road Free Methodist family where he and Mayme have been members for 44 years.
Fondly remembered for his compassion, kindness, love for everyone, he was a great example of Christ’s Love and “he never met a stranger” he will be deeply missed by all who knew him or crossed paths with him. Friends and family are invited to gather for a visitation at Newcastle Funeral Home on Sunday July 7th from 2:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m.
Funeral Service will take place on Monday July 8th at TRULLS ROAD FREE METHODIST CHURCH (2301 Trulls Rd, Courtice, ON L1E 3B6) at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will take place one hour prior. Reception to follow at church with interment at Bond Head Cemetery.
If so desired memorial donations may be made to Trulls Road Free Methodist Church
Joanne Elizabeth MacDonald
JANUARY 30, 1975 – JUNE 27, 2024
Passed away after a short battle with cancer on Thursday June 27th at 49 years of age.
Loving daughter of Marie and the late Fred MacDonald, (2001).
Cherished sister of Jeanette (David) Jaworski and the late Ronald.
She will be sadly missed by her nieces Shauny (Tom) and Miranda (Hunter).
Joanne will be fondly remembered by her family and friends at Community Living.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West on Thursday July 4th from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday July 5th at 1:30pm. Cremation to follow.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome .