Richard S. MacRae
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden at home passing of Richard Stephen MacRae, aged 66, on July 14th in Summerside. Born in Summerside on Dec. 15th, 1957 to parents Marjorie J. Gallant (Nee Wall) and the late Harold J. MacRae. Lovingly remembered by his cherished son, Alasdair MacRae (Summerside); Mother, Marjorie Gallant (Summerside), Sister, Joan MacRae (Terry Brauen) of Malpeque; brothers John MacRae (Rhonda MacRae) of Summerside and Darren MacRae (Charlottetown). Also left to mourn are nieces Kara and Emily Brauen (Vancouver, BC), nephews Jake and Parker MacRae (Summerside), and special friend Cindy Siu Yee Li (Burnaby, BC). Predeceased by father, Harold J. MacRae and his beloved daughter, Claire E. MacRae. He will be missed by many other dear family and friends.
Resting at Davison Funeral Home in Kensington. No visitation by personal request. A private viewing time for family and close friends on Monday, July 22 from 11am - 1:00pm, followed by a graveside committal service at St. Thomas' Anglican Church in Springbrook at 1:30.
Raymond Joseph “Rocket” Richard
RICHARD, Raymond Joseph “Rocket”
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on July 2, 2024 at the age of 93.
Beloved husband of the late Irene Richard.
Loving dad of Deborah (Thomas), Gary (Michael), Donna (Ernie), Brian, Karen (Wayne), and the late Cathy.
Cherished grandpa of 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Dear brother of Dorice, and the late Edgar, Orpha, Alyre, Henri and Norman.
Raymond will also be dearly missed by his large extended family and friends.
A special “Thank-You” to Frank Giarrizzo and Fr. Keith Callaghan, the staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Whitby, and especially the staff at Hillsdale Estates for their caring love and support.
Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME for visitation on Tuesday July 9th from 10am – 11am, Funeral Service to follow in the chapel of the funeral home at 11am. Interment to take place at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.
Ruth Babette Haas (Rehberger)
With broken hearts the family of Ruth Haas sadly announce her passing on Sat. July 6, 2024. Ruth Babette Haas (nee Rehberger) was born in Pfaffengrund, Germany.
Ruth was the beloved wife of Hans for 71 years and the two were inseparable until her last breath. Ruth was the loving mother to Edeltraud (deceased 1982), Heidi (deceased 2022), Ilona, Hans, Michael and Kristina. Much loved mother-in-law to Chester, Antonella, Kerri and Peter. Precious Oma to Jason, Simone, Katrina, Austin, Lukas, Daniel, Thomas, Arianna and great Oma to Georgia, Daisie May and Sophie. Ruth will forever be loved and cherished by her sister-in-law Gretel and her many nieces and nephews.
Ruth and Hans were married in Germany and moved to Canada in 1956 with their eldest daughter. They settled in Oshawa in 1972 and raised their large family.
Ruth was a truly exceptional cook and was famous for her cheesecake, applecake, potato pancakes, rolladen and dumplings and of course her German coffee. Ruth and Hans loved to entertain family and friends at their home. Consider yourself privileged to have sat at her dinner table.
Those in the Oshawa community knew Ruth for her fiery spirit and kindness. Ruth leaves a legacy of love, kindness, generosity, and zest for life. We will never forget her warm smile, big heart and sparkling blue eyes.
Ruth will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by all.
Ruth’s family will meet friends at Armstrong Funeral Home located at 124 King St. E. Oshawa, ON L1H 1B6 on Tues. July 9th from 2:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
A Memorial Service will be held on August 24th at 3:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses located at 1950 Wilson Rd. N. Oshawa, ON L1K 0S8.
Robert Douglas Brabin
Brabin, Robert
Passed away suddenly in Oshawa on July 10, 2024 at the age of 75.
Predeceased by his parents Irene & Walter.
Dear brother of Gary (Deborah) and David (Carman). Lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews Christopher (Julia), Jennifer (Colin) and Michael. Great uncle of Chayse, Myles & Kasper.
Rob was an avid sports fan who enjoyed watching from the comfort of his home. In his younger years he was active in many sports…hockey, baseball and was high school Quarterback on the football team. Rob’s father was the former Assistant Manager of the Whitby Dunlops and sports was a major influence in his life. Professionally Rob worked for the City of Oshawa and Region of Durham as a Surveyor and Construction Technician.
He will be sadly missed by family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Please inquire with the family or check armstrongfh.ca for service information.
Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Raymond Byron Carswell
Carswell, Raymond
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday July 10, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Ray in his 80th year, leaves behind his beloved wife Marilyn. Dear father of Christopher (Kim), Michael (Allison Duckworth) and the late Daniel. Grandfather of Calleigh and Margaret (Maggie).
Dear brother of Debora Johnson (Wayne), brother in law of Wendy Price (Allan Kent) and the late Heather Rottine (John). Uncle of Matthew & Peter. Predeceased by his parents Byron & Dorothy.
Ray enjoyed fishing, he was very diligent with his home renovations but above all he loved going for a drive…cars were a favourite passion of his.
Please join with the family for Visitation at Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street, Oshawa on Wednesday July 17th from 6-8pm. Cremation will take place followed by a Graveside Service at Union Cemetery on Friday July 19th at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Ronald Irwin Bowers
Ronald Irwin Bowers passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Hospital in Oshawa. Born on October 3, 1942, in Picton, Ontario, Ron was a beloved husband, partner, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend known for his adventurous spirit and love of life.
Ron spent his career as a heavy equipment operator at St Marys Cement, taking great pride in his work. He enjoyed fishing, ATV riding, stock car racing, and anything that went fast. At his cherished cottage on Effingham Lake, he was known for his generosity often welcoming friends with a shot of Gibson whiskey or a cold Coors Light in his "bug-free zone" gazebo. Ron's life was greatly enriched by the community at Effingham Lake where he was well-loved and respected.
Ron is survived by his loving partner of 23 years, Mary Jane, whom he adored. Ron is now reunited with first love, Cecilia (Gibson), who left this world too early at the age of 51. Ron leaves in mourning his daughter, Rose Lamb (Sandy Fodey), stepdaughter Susan (Greg Lee) and their daughters, Kelly and Catherine. Ron was predeceased by his parents, Wallace and Elrena Bowers (Potter), and sisters Mable (Ken) Shelley, Bernice (Evan) Isenor, and Margaret (Cam) Miller. He is survived by siblings Marjorie (Ivan) Struthers, Kathleen Bowers, Walter Bowers, and Betty Breakenridge. Ron was loved and will be remembered fondly by many nieces and nephews. His infectious laughter and zest for life will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held on July 19, 2024, from 12pm to 3pm at the Village of Taunton Mills at 3800 Brock Street North in Whitby, Ontario.
A special thank you to Noella Black and her team at the Village of Taunton Mills for being there through Ron’s journey, and for welcoming Mary Jane. Special thanks to Ron’s close friend, Stan Stein, for his love and support throughout the years, especially during Ron’s final weeks.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you celebrate Ron's memory by embracing life with joy and enthusiasm, as he did. Those wishing to donate can do so to the Wilfred Schlegel Hope Fund, a program that assists frontline caregivers with financial support during times of unforeseen financial hardship, a cause close to Ron’s heart. Donations can be made at Schlegelvillages.com under the giving back tab.
Ruth Hass
With broken hearts the family of Ruth Haas sadly announce her passing on Sat. July 6, 2024. Ruth Babette Haas (nee Rehberger) was born on April 22, 1934, in Pfaffengrund, Germany. Ruth was the beloved wife of Hans for 71 years and the two were inseparable until her last breath.
Ruth was the loving mother to Edeltraud (deceased 1982), Heidi (deceased 2022), Ilona, Hans, Michael and Kristina.
Much loved mother-in-law to Chester, Antonella, Kerri and Peter. Precious Oma to Jason, Simone, Katrina, Austin, Lukas, Daniel, Thomas, Arianna and great Oma to Georgia, Daisie May and Sophie.
Ruth will forever be loved and cherished by her sister-in-law Gretel and her many nieces and nephews.
Ruth and Hans were married in Germany and moved to Canada in 1956 with their eldest daughter. They settled in Oshawa in 1972 and raised their large family.
Ruth was a truly exceptional cook and was famous for her cheesecake, applecake, potato pancakes, rolladen and dumplings and of course her German coffee. Ruth and Hans loved to entertain family and friends at their home. Consider yourself privileged to have sat at her dinner table.
Those in the Oshawa community knew Ruth for her fiery spirit and kindness. Ruth leaves a legacy of love, kindness, generosity, and zest for life. We will never forget her warm smile, big heart and sparkling blue eyes.
Ruth will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by all.
Ruth’s family will meet friends at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME located at 124 King St. E. Oshawa, ON L1H 1B6 on Tues. July 9th from 2:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
A Memorial Service will be held on August 24th at 3:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses located at 1950 Wilson Rd. N. Oshawa, ON L1K 0S8.
If you wish to make a donation, please donate at: donate.jw.org
Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca
Raymond Joseph “Rocket” Richard
Raymond Joseph “Rocket” Richard passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on July 2, 2024, at the age of 93. He was the beloved husband of the late Irene Richard and a loving father to Deborah (Thomas), Gary (Michael), Donna (Ernie), Brian, Karen (Wayne), and the late Cathy. Raymond was a cherished grandfather to 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Dorice, and predeceased by his siblings Edgar, Orpha, Alyre, Henri, and Norman. Raymond will be dearly missed by his large extended family and friends.
Special thanks are extended to Frank Giarrizzo, Fr. Keith Callaghan, the staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Whitby, and especially the staff at Hillsdale Estates for their caring love and support.
Visitation will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday, July 9th from 10 am to 11 am, followed by a Funeral Service in the chapel of the funeral home at 11 am. Interment will take place at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.
Memorial donations to the charity of your choice are greatly appreciated. To place online condolences, please visit www.armstrongfh.ca.
Funeral Home: Armstrong Funeral Home – Oshawa
Raymond Iwaszczenko
17-Nov-1967 - 16-Jun-2024
Passed away in his home in Toronto on June 16, 2024 at the age of 56, leaving many with broken hearts.
Son of Mary Dwyer, son of George Iwaszczenko, brother to Paul Iwaszczenko, and long-time partner of Sylvia Villegas.
He was the oldest of 28 grandchildren, nephew to 10 aunts and uncles and their partners.
Raymond was loved by everyone. With his infectious smile and bright eyes he made so many wonderful friends.
He lived his life fully with great joy from tour guide in the Yukon to trekking in Nepal.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to a local animal rescue or a charity of your choice.
Ronald W. Caswell
Born May 28, 1927, died peacefully in his sleep on June 21, 2024.
He was a man of many talents and varied career choices, from jobs in agriculture, to lens making, and eventually becoming a teacher and school principal.
He loved curling, theatre stage managing, woodworking and his favorite pastime, bugging his kids.
He is survived by his children Dave, Sheri, Pat their spouses Joann, John, Kathy, his siblings Anne and Bill, and their families, his grandchildren Meriah and Rose, their partners Derrick and Alex, great grandchildren Allaura and Mina.
He has gone to go dancing once again with his beloved wife Betty, and to reunite with his mom Lila & dad Willard, siblings Barry, Sally and Sybil.
Rest in peace dad, we miss you already.
In memory of Ron, donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.