Nydia Kicinko
March 17, 1936 - October 9, 2023
Passed away peacefully, on her own terms, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 9, 2023, at the age of 87.
Cherished Baba of Morgan, Zak, and Matthew.
Loving mother of Sandra (Paul) and Joanne.
Dear sister of Ken. Predeceased by her husband John, her parents Nick & Vera Kornic, her siblings Tim, Alec, John, Betty, Nick, and Marion and her beloved uncle John Redko.
Nydia will be fondly remembered by Janine, Helen and the girls, Jan, and Bill and her neighbours Carl, Harvey, Sarah, Chris, John, Cheryl, and Lisa and many other family members.
Nydia was a proud graduate of Ritson Road Public School.
After graduation, she worked for over 30 years at Duplate and was a dedicated union member of Local 222. She was feisty and truly enjoyed feeding all the wildlife on her street.
As per her wishes, cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to an animal rescue of your choice.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Nicola ” Nick ” Vito Chimienti
November 6, 1948 - September 30, 2023
assed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the age of 74.
He is survived by his loving wife Tiziana (nee Gandi) Chimienti.
Loving father of Antonietta (Anthony), Giuseppe (Nancy), and Nadia (Aco).
Beloved Nono of Olivia, Victoria, Sebastian, Alexandria, Sophia, Julian, Julia, Christina and Nicola.
Dear brother of Domenica, Lucia (Giovanni), and the late Franca (Andrew) and cherished uncle of his nieces and nephews.
He joins his parents, Antonia and Giuseppe, his sister, Franca, and many of his cousins, and friends in heaven. Nick was a proud Italian, who loved soccer (only when Italy played).
His family was always his priority and he never missed out on a weekend at the cottage with a beer in one hand and a cigar in the other. Nick will be sadly missed by his family, friends, the gang at Gores Landing Park and Marina and many of his tenants.
He will be remembered for his big heart and sense of humour.
He cherished all the visits, prayers and well wishes that he received over the last few weeks.
We know he will be watching over all of us from above.
A celebration of life will follow in the near future.
Norman Wilbert Dunn
Passed away peacefully on Monday, September 25, 2023 at the age of 89, at Hillsdale Terraces, Long Term Care, Oshawa.
Norm is survived by his wife and best friend of 42 years, Lois (nee Wherry).
He was predeceased by his brother Christopher (Sonny). He is the cherished father of Rick (Kathi), Brad (Susan), Mike, Sandy Clarry (Dave, predeceased) Sheila Brady (Glen) and David Smith (Julie).
Predeceased by his daughters Lorraine and Lynn. He is survived by 19 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by grandson Joshua. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces Laura and Glenda Dunn.
The family will always be forever appreciative of the wonderful care and love extended to Norm by the staff and families at Hillsdale Terraces.
Family will gather for the graveside service at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, Ontario at 2 pm on Thursday, September 28, 2023.
Donations and condolences may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region or the charity of your choice.
Norma Jean Jenkins
Peacefully at Rockcliffe Care Community, in Scarborough, on Monday, September 11, 2023, at the age of 91.
Beloved wife of the late Ken Jenkins.
Loving mother of David (Susan) Jenkins of Panorama, BC, Daniel (Rosemary) Jenkins of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, and Andrew Jenkins of Toronto, ON.
Dear grandmother of Laura (Brian), Aaron (Bre), Alec and Olivia and great-grandmother of Isabelle and Sloan. Sister of Doreen Walker and the late Catherine McAdam and James Hill.
A Memorial Service will be held at King Street Community Church, 611 King St. W., Oshawa (905-433-8100) on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 12 p.m., with visitation beginning at 11 a.m.
Donations in memory of Norma to King Street Community Church would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com .
Nahzeer “Naz” Prescod-Beckles
JULY 9, 2006 – SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of Nahzeer “Naz” Prescod-Beckles on Wednesday September 6th, 2023 at the very young age of 17 years.
He was the loved son of Adolphus Beckles and Glenda Prescod. Dear younger brother to Jade Lockhart, Olivia Armstrong and Nyeemah Prescod-Beckles and Jahmeelah Beckles.
Brother in-law to Anthony Lockhart and Alek Nikiforov.
Naz was born Sunday July 9th, 2006 in Toronto, Ontario.
He was a charismatic and outgoing boy. He enjoyed playing video games, music, anime and spending time with his friends & family. Our family was not expecting the life of Naz to be cut short so soon.
We are devastated by this loss and will feel the absence of Naz forever. Naz was the funniest, kindest soul and had a smile and laugh that lit up a room.
Naz will be lovingly remembered by so many family members and friends; he will be greatly missed.
Please join the family to share memories and support at the visitation Friday September 22nd from 4:00pm-8:00pm at the Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King St W, Oshawa. A funeral service for Naz will be held on Saturday September 23rd at 10:30 at the Oshawa Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be available via Livestream using the following link: https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/79388
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Prescod-Beckles family.
Nancy Carol Codlin
Peacefully, on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at her home in Woodville, at age 75.
Nancy (nee Simpson) beloved wife of Tom Codlin.
Loving mother of Laura Wichman of Bowmanville, and Daina and her husband Matthew Bengle of Woodville.
Loved grandmother of Maehgan, Kate, Jenna, Grace, Daria, Bryson, Eliza, Brandon and one great grandson Brecken.
Dear sister of Joel Simpson and his wife Kelly of Ashburn. Daughter of the late Frank Simpson.
The family of Nancy Codlin will receive friends at the Wagg funeral home, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry on Thursday, September 14th from 4 - 7 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 7 p.m. Private family interment will follow at a future date.
If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Oshawa Cancer Centre or the Canadian Pony Club.
Nicholas Legere
FEBRUARY 8, 1925 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
Passed away at Ballycliffe Long Term Care Home, Ajax, on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at the age of 98 years.
Dearly beloved husband of of 75 years to Jeanne D'Arc (nee Lanteigne).
Loving father of Lise Watt (Brian), Roger (Patricia), and Paul (Cathy).
Cherished grandpa of Roger Watt (Nancy), Gregory Watt (Connie), Paul Legere, Amey Legere (Kaitlin), Rebecca Fontoura (Kyle), Eric Legere; and great grandpa of Mikaela Stirpe, Ava-Lise Stirpe, Madelyn Fontoura, and Leah Watt.
Dear brother of Hermel, and predeceased by siblings Estelle, Henry, Lionel, Cajeton, Alcide, Jean-Eudes, Benoit, Gerard, Hedard, and adopted siblings Amandine and Leonard. Son of the late Joseph Legere and Anne-Marie Lanteigne of Lower Caraquet, New Brunswick.
Nicholas, tried being a fisherman for 1 season, became a lumberjack in northeastern U.S, Quebec and Ontario, became a carpenter for most of his career earning Lifetime membership in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America after 50 yrs of continuous membership.
Worked on the Niagara Falls Hydro dam, Pearson airport Terminal 2, Toronto Subway System, Pickering Hydro Plant, Bruce Hydro Plant ending his career at the Darlington Hydro plant. Most of his 25yrs with Ontario Hydro as a Carpenter Foreman. From 1957 to 1961 he accepted a position with the Canada Colombo Plan.
His role was a foreman at the Warsak Hydro Electric Project in Pakistan. He was accompanied by his wife and 2 older children. Nick was Co-Founder and President of the Ste Madeleine School Hockey league.
In commemoration of his many years of service the Nick Legere trophy was presented to the player Most Improved, as well as displaying sportsmanship on and off the ice. This trophy promoted Nick’s ideals and beliefs towards hockey.
A visitation for Nicholas will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West. A Funeral Mass will occur Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 10:30 AM. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Rd E, Whitby.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nicholas's memory may be made to Alzheimer Society Durham Region, https://alzheimer.ca/durham/; and Holy Family Parish, Whitby, https://www.holyfamilywhitby.ca/.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.oshawafuneralhome.com for the Legere family.
Norma West
DECEMBER 30, 1935 – AUGUST 30, 2023
Peacefully on Wednesday, August 30th, 2023 at Scarborough Centenary Hospital in her 88th year.
Predeceased by her husband Claude.
Loving mother of Claude and Marie (Frank).
Cherished grandmother of Dominic and Christian.
Norma will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Sunday, September 3rd from 2 – 4 p.m. Cremation to follow.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the West family .
Nicole “Thunderwoman” SC Preston
February 18, 1994 - August 20, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Nicole "Thunderwoman" S C Preston at the age of 29, on Sunday, August 20th, 2023.
Beloved daughter of Denise Tulk (Russell), cherished sister to Jenette, dear Auntie to Nilofar, Nhyle and Jamil, adored granddaughter of Christine Wooller, the late Ronald Wooller, Paul Preston and the late Shirley Preston.
She will be greatly missed by her ever adoring Auntie Shannon, Uncle Dely and cousins Genika and Ceara, as well as countless extended family and friends.
The family is asking guests to wear, carry or bring something purple to Honour Nicole.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home, with visitation and service on August 29, 2023, at 1:00 to 2:00 pm.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, in Memory of Nicole Preston to the Ajax Pickering Hospital Foundation - Mental Health Program or to the Indigenous Spirit Fund.
Nancy Kerr
JANUARY 7, 1927 – AUGUST 9, 2023
Peacefully, with family by her side at Centennial Place, Millbrook, on Wednesday August 9, 2023 in her 97th year.
Beloved wife of the late Robert Kerr (1999).
Loving mother of Bob Kerr, and Pat Powless and her husband Gregg.
Cherished Grandma of Heather, Matthew (Arissa), Jennifer (Brock), and Michael (Alysha), and Great-grandmother of Grace, Jaxson, Eleanor, and Brooklynn.
Dear sister of Shirley Davie.
Nancy will be fondly remembered by her extended family and friends.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Grandview Children’s Center would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .