WELHAM, Shirley Welham
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WELHAM, Shirley -
March 13, 1930 – July 28, 2024.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Welham on July 28, 2024, at the age of 94.
Shirley was born on March 13, 1930 in Toronto to Arthur and Ada Barwise.
Predeceased by her husband, Frederick (2005); Shirley is survived by her children, Steven (Carolyn), Roger (Linda), Nancy (Rick), and Dean.
Cherished by her grandchildren, Chantel, Daniel (Lina), Caitlin (Raffi), Brandon and great-granddaughter, Semira. Adored by her many nieces and nephews.
Shirley worked as a bookkeeper for many years at a time when many women didn't work.
She was an example of working hard, living frugal, and being dedicated to her family. We will remember her square dancing with our dad, singing, skiing, and enjoying retirement as a snow bird in Florida.
Cremation with a private family interment was held at St. John's Norway Cemetery in Toronto, on Friday August 2, 2024.
As an expression of sympathy, donations to Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated by the family.
WARE, John James Ware
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WARE, John James Ware - was born on August 19, 1938 at St. Michael's Hospital and died there on July 25, 2024.
Son of Norm Ware and Mary (Barrett).
He was raised in St. Anthony's Parish, attended De La Salle High School and graduated from Queen's University where he was a key member of the Golden Gaels football team. Husband to Pat (Green) for over 57 years.
Father to Nora (John Logan), James (Alexandra Lambert), Matthew, and Maryanne (Matt Tudor).
Brother to Mary Catherine (Bob Birgeneau) and Jim (Debbie). Grandfather to Ciaran, Sean and Ryan Ware; Clare, Kate and James Logan; Erin and Neve Tudor. Uncle to seven nieces and nephews.
John spent over three decades as a Teacher, Principal and Coach mentoring scores of Toronto Catholic District School Board high school students to strive to be their best in Academics, Athletics and the Arts. Following his retirement, he continued to serve society by volunteering his time to charities and committees. John was kind, curious, a life long learner, a keen sports fan, a family man, a gardener, an athlete, a singer, a friend, a bridge player, a Leaside resident for forty years and a generous host.
Thursday, August 15th from 6 to 8 p.m.: Visitation at Humphrey Funeral Home, 1403 Bayview Avenue. Friday, August 16th at 10:30 a.m.: Funeral Mass at St. Anselm's Church, 1 MacNaughton Road and a 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Funeral Home that is open to all friends of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Michael's Hospital or Catholic Family Services would be appreciated.
VALLIERES, Barbara Grace Vallieres
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VALLIERES, Barbara Grace (nee TILTON) - Peacefully in Mississauga on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at the age of 95.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, Norman; and later partner, Douglas Tate. Loving mother of Peter (Valerie), Leslie (Tom), Martha (Richard), and Beth (Marven).
Dearest grandmother of Catherine (Andrew), Michael (Darcey), Stephanie, Pierce, Bryan (Dani), Charlotte, Nicholas, Claire and John Peter.
Proud great-grandmother of Audrey, Danny, Claire, Sophia, Hannah, Keaton, A.J., Finley, and Marlow.
Born in Cornwall, Ontario on June 27, 1929, Barbara became a Registered Nurse, and joined Trans-Canada Airlines (now Air Canada) as a flight attendant. While raising her family, she continued her nursing career with North York General Hospital.
Barbara loved to travel, enjoyed reading, and was an avid bridge player and expert knitter. She participated in lawn bowling and cross-country skiing into her eighties.
Barbara was an incredible person and will remain forever in our hearts.
A private celebration of life will be held by the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Toronto Humane Society.
SHERLOCK, Anna Marie Sherlock
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SHERLOCK, Anna Marie (nee O'TOOLE) - It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, wife, aunt and friend Anna Marie Sherlock on July 28, 2024.
Daughter of Thomas Vincent O'Toole and Mary O'Toole (nee Lynch).
Predeceased by her three brothers Lawrence, Michael, and Patrick.
Survived by her loving husband Allan, and her children Joseph (Becky), Maureen (Desmond), Patrick (Meredith), and grandchildren Noel, Patrick, Emma, Liam, Carter, Dylan, Matthew and Clare.
She will be greatly missed by her sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Anna Marie led a highly accomplished career in nursing and nursing education which spanned over four decades.
She was a dedicated member of her parish and her community, serving as a school board trustee for both the East York Board of Education and Toronto Catholic District School Board.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Michael's Hospital Foundation.
SEUNARINE, Cynthia E. Seunarine
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SEUNARINE, Cynthia E. (nee MAHABIR) -
July 5, 1931 - July 9, 2024
On July 9 2024, Cynthia Esther Seunarine breathed her last, and is now in the presence of her Saviour, Jesus Christ, counted among that great assembly of the witnesses of faith.
Her children would like to announce the passing of their beloved mother, Cynthia Esther Seunarine on July 9th, at the village of Erin Meadows Retirement Home, in Mississauga.
Cynthia grew up in Trinidad and followed the family path by becoming a teacher.
She taught in many schools, and in the 1960s, she established, by invitation, a school on the compound of the major sugar manufacturing company in Trinidad.
She seized the opportunity there to practise her innovative teaching skills. In 1966, the family moved to Jamaica, and then to the USA.
This nomadic precedent led to homes in Princeton and other parts of New Jersey, then to Toronto, Canada. She moved through six houses in the next fifty years, as expressed in a poem by her granddaughter, Kelsey, "My Grandma lived in 29 houses." Cynthia will be profoundly missed by groups such as, "Exploring Faith", and "Ethnic Ministries" of the United Church of Canada. At Westminster United Church, structuring the church library and initiating the Prayer Team were highlights of her involvement.
Saddened, yet grateful for her legacy, are her five children: Harold (Pat), Betty, David (Karen), Joy (Don) and Donna (Doug); as well as her brother, Neville; and her sisters-in-law, Florence (Horace) and Bernice (Rawle).
She was predeceased by her sisters, Marion (Robert), Lucille (Ivan) and Grace (Winston); her brothers, Horace and Rawle; her sister-in-law, Dawne (Neville); as well as her parents, David and Rose (nee Kunjah) Mahabir. Her nine grandchildren, nieces, nephews, students and colleagues in Jamaica, New Jersey, and Toronto are indebted to her skills as a sharer of knowledge. Her essay "Teaching is My Mission" in Our Roots, Our Lives, 2003, Ed. Dr. Wehn-In Ng, is a testament to her calling.
The family appreciates all the expressions of sympathy. In Cynthia's memory, a donation may be made to the Mission and Service Fund (United Church of Canada), Alzheimer Society (Ontario), or The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (Canada).
A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held at Westminster United Church, 4094 Tomken Rd., Mississauga, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 17th, followed by a reception.
Cynthia is deeply missed from our lives - her grace, laughter, kindness, her heart for service and her great faith. May she rest in peace from her earthly struggles.
SELBY, Constance (Pat) Patricia Selby
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SELBY, Constance (Pat) Patricia (nee GRIFFIN) -
December 1933 - July 2024
It's the end of an era with the passing of Pat Selby.
Surrounded by her children, Diane, Michael (Wendy), Carol, Alan (Kristen) she rejoined her husband, Alan and daughter, Trish/Pat peacefully on July 15th.
Pat is survived by her family as mentioned, sister, Mary Bogue of Middlesex UK; grandchildren, Laura (Andrew and great-granddaughter, Madeline), David, Robbie, Ryan, Cheyenne, Katie and Ella greatly miss their Nana as well as many nephews, nieces and cousins.
Pat led a creative life. At Alma College she was President of the Drama Club. Everyone saw Pat heading to Broadway via Stratford. She was sidelined by a tall, dark and handsome man, and a family was the new future. Thankfully, her artistry did not end there.
She painted in oil and sketched beautifully. She taught needlepoint and went on to become a professional wedding cake designer and chocolatier. Her outstanding floral arrangements won many a blue ribbon and graced many weddings.
Pat actively volunteered with Crescent School, St. John's Anglican, the Muskoka Golf & Country Club, Imperial Order of Daughters of the Empire (IODE), Toronto Symphony Orchestra Volunteer Committee, Meals on Wheels. To further celebrate Pat, a service and reception are on the horizon.
SCOTLAND, Clytie Marion Scotland
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SCOTLAND, Clytie Marion Scotland - passed away on July 2, 2024.
Born St. George's Grenada September 24, 1936.
Daughter of Claudius and Evelyn Edwards, Mother to Paul, Jason and Heather Harbin, Grandmother to Gabrielle Harbin and Dahnia Scotland.
See Chapel Ridge Richmond Hill website for service details and virtual link for her August 10th Celebration of Life at Markham Bible Chapel.
MIHALY, Albert William Mihaly
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MIHALY, Albert William Mihaly -
23 November, 1940 – 29 July, 2024
The family announces with great sadness the passing of Albert Mihaly on Monday July 29, 2024, at North York General Hospital at 83 years of age.
Beloved son of the late Helen Kovacs and Albert Mihaly Sr., Albert will be lovingly remembered by Elizabeth, his wife and friend of 60 years, his daughters Audra (Joe), Janet, Allison (Ryan), and Joanne, his nine grandchildren Ryan, Sean, Kristen, Kylie, Mackenzie, Ty, Brody, Samantha and Nathan, as well as his cousin Yolie, sisters-in-law Mary and Theresa, niece Barbara, and nephew John.
Born in Montreal, Quebec on November 23, 1940, Albert graduated from Concordia University with a Bachelor of Commerce degree leading to many years of service with Imperial Oil before retiring in 1998.
Albert’s greatest joy was spending time with his family at the cottage.
He engaged in numerous activities including fishing, bridge, gardening, as well as art, coin and stamp collecting.
He played an advisory role to family and friends by sharing his wealth of knowledge of investing in the stock market. He appreciated the theater and proudly cheered for the Detroit Red Wings and the Toronto Blue Jays.
We will miss his joie de vivre! Albert respectfully requested a private church service to be held for immediate family.
Donations in his memory may be made to any of the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Diabetes Association, or The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
PALMER, George Leslie Palmer
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PALMER, George Leslie -
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at his home, at the age of 70.
Loving brother of Wayne Palmer, Fran Shepherd (Frank), and the late Sharon McHugh (Mark).
Cherished friend of John. Dear uncle of Dale, Deanna (Sean), Tyler (Laura), and the late Grant and the late Matthew.
Great-uncle of Leanne, Michael (Chantelle), Christine (Greg), Christopher (Kate), Sharayah (Garreth), and Melissa and great-great-uncle of Johnathan, Mya, Jewel Lee, Chloe, Matthew, Brooke, Jessica, Bryson, Hunter, Charlotte, Mallory and Lainey.
Predeceased by his parents Vic Palmer and Betty Pomery and his best friend ‘Candace’ Leonard Kelly.
He will be sadly missed by many friends.
George was a gypsy, who lived life on his own terms. He touched many lives and those lives were forever changed for the better.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday August 10 from 2pm to 5pm at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME(124 King St. E., Oshawa).
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .
ROBINSON, Sheila Ann Robinson
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ROBINSON, Sheila Ann -
June 16, 1950 - July 15, 2024
Sheila Robinson passed away recently at the Toronto General Hospital after a brief illness at the age of 74 years. Sheila had a difficult birth which resulted in a learning disability.
At nearby St. Clement's Church, Sheila attended the Wednesday lunch program and was known for her caring and unique way of connecting with the volunteer staff, who supported her and treated her as a family member.
She also attended the nearby Salvation Army North Toronto Community Church for many years and stayed in touch with friends she made there.
Sheila was very attentive to her relatives and friends, and sent cards on birthdays, anniversaries and at Christmas.
Sheila was predeceased by her mother, Dr. Roberta Robinson (née Noble, 1969), by her father, Dr. Clarence Robinson (1992), and by her brother Dr. Bruce Robinson (2017).
She is survived by her eight cousins in B. C. and Toronto.
The family would like to thank Sheila's sister-in-law Krysia and many others for the support that they gave Sheila over the years. These include her friends Christine, Rudy and their children James, Jacob and Daniel, her friend Janet, Krysia's sister Laura and husband Jean-Guy, and friends Karin and Karol.
The family would like to thank the medical team at Toronto General Hospital who cared for her in her last days. Sheila was also looked after for many years by Dr. S. M. Goldhar and Dr. J. A. Rutka, and their care was appreciated.
Cremation has taken place. At a later date, interment will take place at Park Lawn Cemetery, Toronto, where Sheila's parents are buried.
Donations in memory of Sheila may be made to St. Clement's Church (stclementsto.ca), The Salvation Army (salvationarmy.ca) or to Toronto General Hospital (uhnfoundation.ca).
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