COOK, Carolyn Anne Rodrigues Fleming  -
August 31, 1951 - July 27, 2024

Beloved mother of Melissa, Gillian and John.

Loving sister to Jennifer (Chris), Brian (Linda, deceased) and Phillip (Cecelia). She will be missed by her nieces and nephews, Richard, Janine, Selina, Kelly Dawn, Kyle, Angelique, Ryan and Timothy; and many great-nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 4 – 8 p.m. at McDougall and Brown Funeral Home, 2900 Kingston Road, Scarborough. Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Saint Boniface Catholic Church, 142 Markham Road, Scarborough.

BURGESS, Robert William (Bob)   -
July 9, 1937 - July 21, 2024

A true gentleman. For twenty years, until the sale of the business in 1986, Bob was the face of Burgess Wholesale, whose blue trucks were a familiar sight, first around York Region and Toronto, and later from London to Ottawa.

His award-winning standard- bred horses, like Noble Intent, Kawartha An Worthy, A Fine Balance, and Coldspot, won many regular and stakes races at tracks both in Ontario and the US.

Bob died in Ottawa, two and a half years after a series of strokes.

He was predeceased by his wife, Donna; and his daughter, Gail (Tim Gould); and is survived by his two sons, Richard (Louise Stephens) and Mark (Pat Bush); six grandchildren, Russell, Justin, Ben, Sam, Emma, and Sara; two great-grandchildren, Fiona and Alice; and those who called him grandpa, Kristen, Carter, and Jenna. He was well-loved and will be missed by us all.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society of Canada.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, August 25th, at Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket.

BOYES, Patricia Jane Boyes  -  affectionately known as Jean, was a beacon of light and laughter who passed away on June 14, 2024.

Born in Carman, MB, on May 14, 1931, Patricia's 93 years were filled with moments that brought smiles and joy to everyone around her.

Patricia was the daughter of Margaret (Bowie) and William "Bill" Huntly, who predeceased her, along with her infant sister, Whilene Anne.

She is survived by her beloved brother, William "Bill" (Debra) of Brantford, ON.

A devoted mother to her sons, Keith, Gary, and Brad, Patricia's family was the focal point of her life.

She was a beloved aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Patricia's ability to make others laugh and smile was a gift that never diminished, even in her final moments.

A private family gathering will be held on August 3rd in Brantford to honor Patricia's remarkable life.

Her ashes will find their resting place alongside her sister in Carman, MB, fulfilling her wishes.

Patricia's family invites all to remember her as a shining example of love, joy, and resilience, whose legacy will continue to inspire all who knew her.

BIELASKA, Adele Bielaska  -
January 23, 1931 - July 25, 2024

Adele was born during the depression to Ludwig and Apolonia Pikul. She had an older sister, Sophie (Dabor); and a younger brother, Norman (deceased).

She was part of a large East European enclave. Their sense of community, work ethic, and helping each other carried on throughout their lives. (Adele did volunteer work for over 60 years.)

They also knew how to enjoy themselves and Adele was a firecracker at social events.

Adele married the man that truly loved her.

Adele and Wally raised three children, Wyn, Ron (Alice), and Jody. She was the housewife that kept the family on schedule and always had supper at 5:30. The years passed, the children moved on, and Adele took care of her in-laws, parents, and grandchildren, Jeremy, Jalina, and Benji. Walter passed away in 2007 and Adele was left to carry on. She found new adventures and friends.

But eventually her body tired and she gradually lost her energy and drive. Except for the last few days she lived in her home and died peacefully of old age.

Visitation will be held at Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M6S 1P4, on Tuesday August 6th, from 2 pm to 4 pm.

In lieu of flowers, consider offering a caring hand to others.

VanHORNE, Brian Vanhorne - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Brian Vanhorne announce his passing at the Humber River Hospital, Toronto on July 27, 2024 with his daughters by his side.

He was a beloved son of his late parents Keith Vanhorne (2005) and Jean Vanhorne (2012).

Brian was predeceased by his wife Darlene (2016).

Grieving his loss are his children Holly, Sarah and Brian Jr., and his grandchildren Cameron and Wyatt.

Remembering him with love and mourning his loss are his siblings Carolyn (Steven Coffey), Larry (Ellen), Wayne (Monique), Ray (Linda), Janet (Doug Botting) and Julie. He will also be missed by his nieces and nephews.

Brian loved hunting, fishing and could fix anything.

He was a jack of all trades and master of making people laugh and smile. He had many good friends and made many great memories. Our dad worked hard his whole life providing for his family as a successful printer. He was the sole operator and owner of "The Jet Shop" .

When we asked our dad what his greatest accomplishment of his life was, his answer was "you kids."

Cremation .

A Celebration of Brian’s Life will be held on August 24, 2024 at the Rotary Club of Stirling, 122 North Street, Stirling from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Tributes will be shared at 1:00pm.