Olga Johnson
After a life well lived, it is with sadness that we announce the death of our Mom, Olga Johnson (nee Melnichuk) in her 91st year.
She was born on August 7, 1931 and died on October 3, 2021.
She was the widow of the late Morley E. Johnson (deceased 1992) and a beloved mother of Rev. Vicki Homes (Dan), Carol Moores (Brian), David Johnson (Mary).
Loved “Baba” of Benjamin, Michael (Chantal), Aaron (Tonyah), Laura (Carter), Sarah (Mike) and “Great Baba” to Savannah, Cash, Kendra, Lina, Aodhan, and Isabella.
Beloved sister of the late Steve Melnichuk, the late Bill Melnichuk and the late Jim Melnichuk.
She was a loved sister-in-law of Karen and Sharon Melnichuk, Bernice Webster and Wayne and Pat Johnson.
Olga is also survived and was loved by many nieces and nephews and step grandchildren.
Olga was born in Toronto and moved to Oshawa at the age of 6yrs old.
She graduated from O’Neil Collegiate (OCVI) and went to work at the Dominion bank where she met her late husband Morley.
She was a charter member of St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church and a charter member of the St. Luke’s Ladies Guild.
She volunteered at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in long term care and then transferred to the Oncology Department until her health declined.
Following the death of her husband, Olga continued to enjoying travelling.
A funeral service will be held at St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church (Rossland Rd and Park Rd) Oshawa on Thursday October 7th, 2021. A one-hour visitation will be held from 10:00am to 11:00 am in the sanctuary, followed by a service of remembrance at 11:00am. The interment will immediately follow at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY.
In her memory, donations can be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation or St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church, Oshawa Ontari.
Olga Maria Antunes Saragaco Scriven
Passed away peacefully, at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa, on Monday, September 20, 2021, in her 61st year.
Beloved wife of Paul, Olga was born in Portugal on June 26, 1961.
She will be forever remembered and loved by daughters, Stephanie (Ryan), and Lauren.
Avó to King and Kaiser, daughter of Maria Luisa and Francisco Saragaço.
Sister to Ana Paula (Carlos), Lidia Maria, Maria Antonietta (Blendinho), and brothers, Alvaro (Julie) and Fernando, and sister-in-law, Laurie Herring (David), as well as many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hillsdale Estates for their wonderful care over the last 11 years.
If desired, donations may be made to the Niemann Pick Canada.
Orazia Sparacino
Peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at Hillsdale Manor, on Thursday August 26, 2021.
Beloved wife of the late Giovanni.
Loving mother of John, Gina (Peter), Joe (the late Cinzia), and David (Connie).
Beloved Nona of 12 Grandchildren, and 9 Great Grandchildren.
Orazia will be lovingly remembered as a kind and gentle woman with an infectious smile by her family and friends.
Arrangements are entrusted with DeStefano Funeral Home, Oshawa.
In memory of Orazia, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Orest Kosmenko
November 12, 1932 – July 21, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Orest (Chuck) Kosmenko announces his passing on Wednesday July 21st, 2021, at the age of 88 years.
Dearly beloved husband of Janet his wife of 63 years.
Loving father of Rob, Jeff and wife Joan, Jim and wife Teresa.
Cherished Grandfather of Jake, Greg and wife Jennifer, Matt and Shawna, Steven and Ashley.
Great Grandfather of Emma.
Originally from Saskatchewan, he moved to Toronto and became a mechanic, enjoyed spending time with family and friends, taking many driving adventures across all of Canada and the US.
An outdoorsman at heart, he enjoyed fishing and camping.
He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
A small private service will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME 847 King St West (905-721-1234) on Tuesday July 27th, 2021, at 1:30 PM. Please join by Live Stream at the following link: https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/33465.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Kosmenko family may be shared at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Olive Lee
(August 15, 1929 – June 4, 2021)
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa, on Tuesday June 8th from 3 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
To sign up for visitation please use the following link: https://signup.com/login/entry/478478826024
Due to COVID restrictions a private family service will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, on Wednesday June 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m.
Extended family and friends are invited to join the service via the livestream or on replay at https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/31218.
Olive Evelyn Diana Vaillancourt
August 21st, 1933 - May 21st, 2021
Peacefully has gone to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, May 21, 2021 at Wynfield Long Term Care, at the age of 87.
Beloved wife of the late Bruce Ronald.
Much loved Mom of Bruce (Cathy) Vaillancourt, Heather (Ron) Earle, Ken (Barb) Vaillancourt, and Kelly (Christina) Vaillancourt.
Proud Grandma of Ian (Natalie), Greg (Laura), Diana, Lesley, Katelyn (Brian), Julie (Kyle), Jennifer (Ed), Ryan, Garrett, Logan, Greg, and Candace and Great-Grandma of Caleb, Emily, Hannah, Luke, Samuel, Kaley, Sophie, William, Madison, Adam, Bobby, Gracie, Dawson, and Edan.
Dear sister of Bertha Wilson.
Predeceased by her parents Wallace and Rita Butt and her siblings David, Helen, and Harry.
Olive was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends, especially the Wilson family.
Olive was a long-time member of Carriage Country Baptist Church.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa) from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Due to COVID19 restrictions, space is limited and registration for the visitation is required.
If you wish to attend, please RSVP at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME or by calling 905-433-4711.
A Private Service will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 in the Chapel. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at armstrongfh.ca .
Orma May Dyson
Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s at Fleming, Peterborough, on Sunday May 16, 2021 at the age of 93.
Orma predeceased by her husband William Dyson.
Loving mother of Jim (Debbie) of Peterborough, predeceased by her son Bill Jr. (surviving Patti) of Etobicoke, Ted (Linda) of Kirkfield, and God daughter Heather Badham.
Dear grandmother of Carly, Julia, Brittany, Trevor, Kady, Mitchell, Pam and Bryan.
Cherished great-grandmother of 12. Orma was well known for her cooking skills, especially desserts!
She loved playing euchre and bingo, and she was an active member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Lindsay. Orma had a great sense of humour and was loved by all who’s lives she touched.
The family wishes to give a heartfelt thank you to the Nurses/PSW’s and staff at St Joseph’s at Fleming for their wonderful care of our Mother.
She was greatly loved and will be missed by all her family and friends.
A private family service will be held with interment at St. Thomas Cemetery, Balsam Lake.
If so desired memorial donations in memory of Orma to St. Joseph’s at Fleming would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Orma May Dyson
Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s at Fleming, Peterborough, on Sunday May 16, 2021 at the age of 93.
Orma predeceased by her husband William Dyson.
Loving mother of Jim (Debbie) of Peterborough, predeceased by her son Bill Jr. (surviving Patti) of Etobicoke, Ted (Linda) of Kirkfield, and God daughter Heather Badham.
Dear grandmother of Carly, Julia, Brittany, Trevor, Kady, Mitchell, Pam and Bryan.
Cherished great-grandmother of 12. Orma was well known for her cooking skills, especially desserts!
She loved playing euchre and bingo, and she was an active member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Lindsay. Orma had a great sense of humour and was loved by all who’s lives she touched.
The family wishes to give a heartfelt thank you to the Nurses/PSW’s and staff at St Joseph’s at Fleming for their wonderful care of our Mother.
She was greatly loved and will be missed by all her family and friends.
A private family service will be held with interment at St. Thomas Cemetery, Balsam Lake.
If so desired memorial donations in memory of Orma to St. Joseph’s at Fleming would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Olivier Arseneau
(January 27th, 1933 - April 30th, 2021)
After a battle with cancer, Olivier Arseneau quietly passed away at 9:15 am on April 30th, 2021.
Olivier is survived by a loving wife, Reseda Arseneau (Brideau), married since 1955, his sister Marie, daughter Janet (husband Dave), sons Gene (Janie), Dan (Marivi) and son in law Rob (late Denise).
He also leaves behind grandchildren Alex, Ginny, Shane, Michael, Jessica and Audrey. Great grandchildren Owen, Finley, Ayla, Luca, Silver, and Lakelyn.
He will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Born on January 27, 1933 in Inkerman, New Brunswick, to father Eugene Arseneau and mother Francoise Robichaud, who predeceased him.
A dedicated employee of General Motors for 35 years, member of the Knights of Columbus (#8549), member of the French Club and volunteer for a variety of charities.
Olivier was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Gertrude, Lina, Helene, and Emma. Brothers Jean and twin brother Joseph. Olivier was also preceded in death by his son Allen and daughter Denise.
Olivier requested to be cremated. A private family service will be held, and his cremated remains will be interred at the family plot in Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby Ontario, on a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME Oshawa.
To place online condolences, or to make memorial donations, please visit armstrongfh.ca or call 905-433-4711.
Memorial donations are much appreciated to the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Region Cancer Centre, or the ALS Society of Canada.
Ottorino Posteraro
Peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday March 31st 2021.
Beloved husband of Rosa (49 Years).
Loving father of Sandra (Tony), John (Annette), and Pat (Tanya).
Cherished Nonno of Salvatore, Alessandra, Santino, Victoria, Giuliana, and Daniella.
Will be lovingly remembered by his Brothers Joe (late Mafalda), Mariano (Maria), sister Clementina (Late Frank).
Predeceased by his brothers Peter, and Gene (Sue) and sisters Teresa (Angelo), and Norina.
Ottorino will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family, friends, and colleagues.
Ottorino will be remembered as an entrepreneur, his love of bocce, and gardening.
He was a long-time member of the Oshawa Italian Recreational Club, and his love and dedication to his grandchildren will always be cherished.
Arrangements with DeStefano Funeral Home, Oshawa. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday April 6th at St. Terese Roman Catholic Church in Courtice. Entombment, in Whitby.
If you wish to register for the attending the visitation or Funeral Mass, please contact the family. For those unable to attend the visitation and prayers, a live stream will be available.
If desired, memorial donations to the Epilepsy Toronto would be appreciated.