December 21, 1926 - December 8, 2023

Passed away peacefully at his farm in Brooklin, in the arms of his family, on Friday December 8, 2023, just weeks before his 97th birthday.

Fred was the loving husband of Maria (nee. Knauf) for over 56 years.

Beloved father of Pascal (Ashley) and Cristiana (David) and proud and loving grandfather of Markus and Austin and a grandson expected in June.

He was the son of the late Pietro and Maria Cristina Aloise and was predeceased by his sister Elena and brothers Pietro, Biaggio, Paulo, Arturo and Francesco.

Born in Italy in 1926, Fred travelled to and lived in Morocco and England as a young man after the Second World War, to find work and rebuild.

Fluent in four languages, Fred came to Canada in 1964, after which he began a lifelong career in real estate, operating his own brokerage until he ‘retired’ in 2003. Fred was tireless however, with a profound work ethic and so he began a second career, working on his farm in Brooklin, until very recently.

Fred was an avid reader with a passion for history and literature. When he met someone from another land, he would often entertain them with stories about the history of their country. He also loved classical music which he and his wife, Maria, enjoyed together.

Above all, Fred loved family and was the patriarch to his family and to many others whom he mentored and encouraged along the way.

Fred was incredibly proud of his children and grandchildren.

Private viewing for family members at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby at 10 A.M Friday, Dec. 15, followed by a Funeral Mass, that all are invited to attend, at the church of St. Leo the Great, 130 Watford St., Brooklin at 11:30 A.M.

Interment will take place at Christ the King Cemetery, 7770 Steeles Ave. East, Markham. This will be followed by a Celebration of Love with a full meal, catered by Bella Notte Restaurant, in the hall of the church of St. Leo the Great in Brooklin.

Sharing a nice Italian meal with his family and friends is exactly what Fred would have wanted.

Special thanks to oncologist, Dr. Sam Babak of Markham Stouffville Hospital for his gentle and loving care, the Palliative Care Team at Lakeridge Hospital, Oshawa, especially Dr. Caroline McAllister and our gratitude to R.N. niece,

Patty Bedard, who assisted Fred and family with great dedication and compassion, during his final months.

If desired, donations in memory of Fred can be made to Operation Smile Canada, which was his favourite charity.

Peacefully entered into rest on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, at the age of 83.

Fred is preceded in death by his father Frederick Johnston, his mother, Marie-Jean Johnston and sister, Connie Dickinson.

Fred was born in 1940 in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec and later moved to Ontario where he lived most of his life in both Oshawa and Fergus.

He worked for General Motors, retiring with over 39 years of service. Outside of work, Fred enjoyed going to church, watching hockey (Toronto Maple Leafs) & baseball (Toronto Blue Jays).

He volunteered with many organizations including Toronto Sick Kids Hospital and Grove Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus.

Fred never had any children of his own, but he was a father figure to Scott Dubeau and a proud great grandfather figure to Emma, Olivia and Benjamin Dubeau.

In keeping with Fred’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

A memorial service to honor Fred’s life will be held at the Central Church in Elora, Ontario on Saturday, November 25th, 2023 at 11am. Interment to follow at a later date.

If desired, memorial donations to Toronto Sick Kids Hospital would be appreciated by the family.

AUGUST 9, 1936 – OCTOBER 27, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Francesco “Frank” Punzo suddenly on October 27th, 2023, at Centenary Hospital at the age of 87 years, surrounded by his devastated family.

Frank Punzo was a strong courageous young immigrant who at the young age of 17, left his birthplace of Pachino, Sicily to make a new life for himself in Canada.

Arriving on an Italian ocean liner at Pier 21 in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1956, he worked tirelessly to make his dreams of a family and success come true. His new life in Toronto was not easy, having to sleep on the floor and share an apartment with three other friends while working as a welder and construction worker.

Through hard work, dedication, and his generous nature, he not only got himself off that floor but financially supported his parents in Italy to immigrate to Canada, even buying them a house.

That was only the beginning of the many beautiful homes he would go on to own during his lifetime. Little did he know that the house next to his parents held the girl of his dreams that would steal his heart forever.

Just like a romance novel, our father Frank Punzo fell in love with the girl next door named Angela Fazio. He was smitten with her beauty, strength, and intelligence that would keep him chasing after her till she said “yes” and married on July 27th, 1963.

Ambitious and steadfast in fulfilling his and now their dreams, Frank started studying every night after work in the garage under a lightbulb (because it was too noisy in the house with the kids), to obtain his real estate license. Not only did he accomplish this goal, but he went on to a have successful 35-year real estate career.

This success brought him to his ultimate dream, their second home – a custom-built 7, 500 sq. ft. mansion in the countryside of Stouffville.

There were many happy memories, milestones, love, and laughter that filled that home until they moved to be close to their first granddaughter. That brings house number three in Whitby where they celebrated the birth of three more grandchildren and helped raise them into wonderful young adults.

Frank Punzo had many nicknames, most commonly known as “Chicho” amongst his many friends and family, or as the “godfather” affectionately nicknamed by our friends with his sharp suits, coiffed hair, extravagant jewelry and always sporting a Cadillac (our father’s car of choice).

His favourite name of all though was Nonno. He lived for his grandchildren, taking all of them daily to the park when they were little, or walking them to the mailbox to watch the cars go by. His grandchildren adored him and will forever cherish their many memories with their “cute Nonno”.

During their 58.5 years together, separated only by the loss of his beloved, they enjoyed many memorable trips together. Frank embarked on a trip to pursue business opportunities in Paris, France, and although our mother did not accompany him on that one, they did enjoy a Caribbean cruise on the Princess Cruise line, also known as the “love boat” for their 30th wedding anniversary, family vacations in South Carolina, Niagara Falls, and the Blue Mountains.

These trips brought so much joy to Frank as he was surrounded by the people he loved and cherished more than anything in the world – “la famiglia.” Known for his generosity, helpful nature, wise advice, and loyalty, combined with his mischievous sense of humor, everybody wanted to know him, and nobody ever forgot him.

Frank Punzo paved the journey of success for many people in his life, most especially his family. We will always love, respect, and cherish the great man he was, the journey he traveled, and the kind soul he will be in heaven, hand in hand with his love, Angela.

Frank is predeceased by his wonderful wife Angela, his Father Emmanuel Punzo, and his mother Raffaela Punzo. He is survived by their three children, son Emmanual Punzo (Amy), daughter Mirella Punzo, and daughter Anna-Maria Cluff (David), four grandchildren: Angelica Punzo, Francesco Punzo, Marisa Cluff, and Noah Cluff, mother-in-law Maria Fazio, sister-in-law Palma Cellemare (Nick); as well several extended family members including brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews.

If Tears Could Build A Stairway And Memories A Lane, I’d walk Right Up To Heaven And Bring You Home Again.

Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, November 2nd, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held the following day on Friday, November 3rd, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 91 Ribblesdale Dr, Whitby at 10:30 a.m.

Memorial Donations can be made in his honour to Heart and Stroke Foundation https://www.heartandstroke.ca/ .

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Punzo family.

Passed away at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa on Thursday, October 12, 2023, after a short illness.

Floyd, in his 91st year.

Loving father of Brian Manchester (Liz) of Scarborough, Allan Manchester (Susan) of Pickering, Robert Manchester (Nancy) of Severn, Denise Comeau (Ron) of Oshawa, and Keith Manchester of Oshawa.

Dearly remembered by 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Brother of Don and Glen Manchester and the late Betty Painter. Loving companion of Marylin Raybould.

Dad, patriarch of the Manchester Family Clan showed the strength, love and wisdom to guide his family over the years and will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Floyd enjoyed golfing at Winchester Golf Club with friends.

A Memorial Service for Floyd will be held at on Saturday October 28th at 11 am at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).

Donations in memory of Floyd Lakeridge Health Foundation would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be shared at makfuneralhome.com .

Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, September 22, 2023 in her 67th year.

Flo, beloved wife of the late William 'Bill" Selleck. Loving step mother of Dwayne and Lisa.

Dear sister of Dianne (Benjie LeBlanc), Evangeline (Ray Pickett), Ron (Marci), Edgar (the late Shelly) and the Theresa (survived by Doug Foreman), Paul Savoie, Emery, Annette Demers and Alcide.

Flo will be lovingly remembered by her uncle Jerry Savoie and her many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Flo loved spending time with family and friends playing darts, bingo and cards.

Family will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby (North of Hwy 2) on Friday, October 6, 2023 from 6-8 pm and Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 10am until the time of service in the chapel at 11am.

Followed by Interment at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY .

If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation in Flo's memory would be appreciated.