PELT, Melvin   - On Saturday, August 3, 2024. Beloved husband of nearly 52 years of Elka (nee Mark).

Proud and devoted father and father-in-law of Jessica (Gamliel Kronemer) and Aviva. Dear brother-in-law of Hedda and the late Frank Medjuck, and Meir and Mimi Mark. Caring uncle, great-uncle and cousin.

Son of the late Gertrude and David Pelt; and devoted son-in-law of the late Dorothy and Jake Mark. Mel loved his family deeply, and was happiest when he, Elka, Jessica, Aviva and Gamliel were together.

A Canadian political historian, Mel became a journalist first at the University of Toronto, and then with the Canadian Press. He went on to become a teacher at Downsview Secondary School for 30 years, where he was actively involved in school activities, and was a mentor, coach, friend and colleague to many.

Thank you to Dr. Robert Kingstone for his care and devotion for more than 60 years.

Funeral will be held on Monday, August 5th, at 10:30 a.m. at Benjamin's Park Memorial, 2401 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, followed by burial at Roselawn Avenue Cemetery. Shiva to take place at 2 Neptune Drive, 9th Floor Common Room.

NELSON,  Major Ray Nelson  -  Ray Nelson was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great
grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He left this earth to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday August 2, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

Ray was born to Laura and Granville Nelson on July 21, 1933, in Campbellton, New Brunswick. He was the 5th born in a family that eventually had seven children. Ray’s family moved to Oshawa, Ontario in 1949.

He was a member of the Oshawa Temple Salvation Army in those days & entered the College for Officer Training in 1954.

He met his future wife Betty in Toronto at the College for Officers Training. He completed his training in 1955 as part of the Soul Winners session.

Soon after completing college, he was engaged to Betty Lou Bissell from Sarnia, Ontario. They were married on July 6, 1957 & started their careers at the small corps (church) of Byersville, in Peterborough, Ontario. At the time of their retirement in 1998 they had been in 18 different appointments together & 13 different cities, including 2 years in Los Angeles, California & 2 years in Seattle, Washington. Plus 2 appointments as single officers (pastors).

Ray loved sports, especially hockey & baseball & participated in each. He also enjoyed completing odd jobs around the house and his “handiwork” is on display throughout our home. He will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humour. On July 6 of this year Ray & Betty celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary.

Ray & Betty have two children, Steve and Susan. Ray will be remembered and missed by his sister Norma, his grandsons Adam (Erin) & Grady (Caitlin) and his granddaughter Robin (Anders). His great grandchildren Riya, Lincoln, Theo, Evelyn, Henry, Elese & Remy.

Rays greatest joy was his grandchildren and spending times with them when his health allowed.

We are confident this was also true for his great grandchildren, although his health wouldn’t allow him to fully engage with them. His love for God, his wife Betty & his family was undeniable.

He will be greatly missed, but we are confident that he is now with his Heavenly Father whom he served faithfully all his life.

A Celebration of Ray’s life will take place on Saturday August 24, 2024 at The Salvation Army Oshawa Church (570 Thornton Rd N, Oshawa, 905 436-0011) with visitation from 5pm until service time at 6pm.

Arrangements with THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE .

FORREST, Hazel Amanda Forrest  - With great sadness we announce the passing of Ms. Hazel Forrest at Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry on Friday August 2, 2024.

Hazel is survived by her daughter Jean; her grandchildren Julia (Stefan) and Neil (Crystal); her great grandchildren Caitlyn, Payton, Nathanial and Naomi.

She also leaves behind her siblings Roy Forrest and Myrtle Williams; her niece Donna; many Nieces and Nephews, her SDA family and her many friends. Ms. Forrest was predeceased by her parents and seven brothers and sisters.

The Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Bethel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 511 Horner Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8W 2B9 at 10:30 am. Burial to follow at 2 pm at the Bond Head Cemetery Queen Victoria St, Newcastle, ON. Following the burial all are invited to a luncheon at Da Taste Jamaican Restaurant 361 King Avenue East 5 & 6, Newcastle, ON L1B 1H4.

In lieu of flowers donations to Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry would be gratefully appreciated.

BOLTON, Richard Aaron -
October 23, 1993 - July 26, 2024

It is with profound sadness we share that our beloved Richard Aaron Bolton, passed away on July 26, 2024, due to health complications at the young age of 30.

Ricky, born October 23, 1993 in Scarborough, Ontario, was known for his love of the martial arts, tattoos, music concerts, and the joy he found in Star Wars & cosplay.

He always took pride in his abilities to prepare delicious meals for friends and family.

Ricky was always there if you needed him. Protection, an ear to listen, a hand for moving, advice on anything and for every family gathering. If you asked, he wasn’t just there, he WANTED to be there.

Ricky was most proud of his roles as a Son and Big Brother. He is survived by his parents, Brian Bolton and Shari Babcock, his adoring girlfriend Amanda Cook, and his beloved siblings - Jessica, Maximus, Sidnee, Stewart, Xavier & Malia.

He also leaves behind someone who treated him like his own son, Jesse Ayotte, along with his grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins and numerous life long friends, especially Zak, Luke and Cam.
His non-judgmental nature, sound advice and infectious laugh will be missed throughout Galaxies
Far, Far Away.

** If flowers are being sent, the family requests that they are RED ** (Ricky’s favourite colour of
flower)
Viewing will be held Tuesday, August 6, from 6-9pm, at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John The Evangelist Parish, 903 Giffard Street,
Whitby, on Wednesday, August 7 at 10:30am, followed by burial at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

REESOR, Irene Madge (nee TEMPLETON)   - Peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at Toronto on Thursday, August 1, 2024, our 'Mama' passed away in her 93rd year.

Cherished wife of late husband Ken.

Dear Mother of Lynne Buckler (Jim), Paul Reesor (Eileen), Brian Reesor (Janet). Grandma 'Rene to Lauren Rodzynek (Dan), Sarah Buckler, Melanie Barrett (John), Michael Buckler, Deanna Reesor, Andrew Reesor (Lynsey), Erin Stock (James) and Matthew Reesor. Great-grandma 'Rene to Logan, Quinn, Jay, Navi, Ayla and Will.

Dearest sister of George Templeton and Sheila Gerston; Late sister-in-law of Grace and Bill Wade and Margaret and Bill Jones. Irene will be lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, family and very dear friends (bridge group).

In her career, Irene was Past Auxiliary Director at North York General Hospital and a Secretary with the Toronto District School Board.

The family will receive friends at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME, 1403 Bayview Avenue, from 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 9th until the Service of Remembrance which will be held in the chapel at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations to North York General Hospital Foundation, 4001 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON M2K 1E1, or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.