Grant Moffatt Stevens
FEBRUARY 10, 1941 – MAY 24, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family shares the passing of Grant Moffatt Stevens on May 24, 2024.
Beloved husband of Mary Stevens (Regan) for 61 years.
Proud and loving father to three boys, Brent (Marina), Scott (Tracey) and Glenn (Donna).
Predeceased by his parents Francis and Isabell Stevens and by his sister Joan Robbins.
He is survived by his loving sisters Ruth and Faith Stevens who provided love and affection to the very end. He was a loving and supportive Grandfather and will be greatly missed by Nikolas, Kristofer, Connor, Cameron, Kaitlin and Charlotte.
As a teenager, Dad met the love of his life while skating on Grenadier pond in Toronto. After graduating from Ryerson, he and Mary were married and moved to Ottawa so Dad could start work at Northern Telecom.
After a few years there, he went to teachers college and earned a teaching degree.
He then started teaching sociology and psychology at St. Lawrence College in Kingston where he stayed until he retired. He was a popular teacher and his office wall was covered in plaques including a teacher of the year award and tokens of appreciation from his students.
Dad greatly enjoyed the annual fishing trip with his buddies from St. Lawrence. Not many fish were caught but good times and great memories were formed by all who went.
In later years, Dad discovered the love of man’s best friend. A golden retriever named Bailey was his favourite with retrievers Mandy and Sandy not far behind.
Following Dad’s wishes there will be no service, however a private family interment will be held at Parklawn cemetery in Toronto. Here he will rest with many other family members.
Arrangements entrusted to the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. W. Oshawa, Ontario.
As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to the Kingston Humane Society.
Gloria Lea Kirkpatrick
AUGUST 21, 1936 – MAY 25, 2024
Peacefully at Thorntonview L.T.C. on Saturday May 25th, 2024 at 87 years of age.
Beloved wife of the late Earl Kirkpatrick.
Loving mother of Laurie Freeman and her husband Mike, Heather Haynes and her husband Bill, Bill Kirkpatrick and his wife Lois, and Jill Brough and her husband Steve.
Gloria will be fondly remembered by her 14 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Donna Kirk and sister-in-law of Les Pullen.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-72-12134) on Monday June 3rd from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 12:00 p.m. Interment at St. Mary’s Anglican Cemetery, in Lifford, Ontario.
Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Giovanna (JoJo) Mirenda
Passed away unexpectedly at the age of 44 on May 25th, 2024.
Loving daughter to John and her late mother, Rita.
Giovanna is now reunited with her dear late sister Rosa, whom she has missed profoundly over the last four years.
Proud fur momma to Geri, whom she has loved and adored.
Giovanna is going to be greatly missed as she has touched the hearts of so many with her contagious smile, loyal friendship, and unforgettable memories.
JoJo, although you have left this world too early, you are free now, with a new set of wings and in the embrace of your angels, your sister and mother.
Forever in our hearts, “we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived, and that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget”.
In memory of Giovanna, please consider making a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Arrangements with McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME .
Gord McCann
passed away suddenly, in his 67th year, on Friday May 24, 2024 at the cottage on Dewey’s Island, City of Kawartha Lakes.
Pre-deceased by his parents, E. Douglas and Ilene McCann, Gord was born in Scarborough, Ontario and attended H.A. Halbert P.S., R.H. King S., and Seneca
College.
His career in the recreation/activation of City of Toronto long-term care residents was extremely rewarding.
Upon retirement in 2013, Gord pursued many recreational activities, especially his favourites: hockey, fishing, and golf.
In addition, he spent many hours at his “happy place”, the cottage, where he truly enjoyed the outdoors, with his canine buddies, Sadie and the late, Oakley.
Gord and Sheila loved to travel to such places as the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, and truly appreciated their time at the Ryder Cup in France and Italy. His love of golf was inspired by many visits to his father-in-law’s hometown of St. Andrews, Scotland.
Devoted husband of Sheila McCann (nee Donlon) for 39 yrs, and beloved and proud father of Matthew (Carli) and Andrew. Loving brother of the late Beverley Annis and Marilyn McCann.
Brother-in-law of Ron Annis and Ian Donlon, dear uncle of Lisa Annis and Sherri Annis, and great uncle of 10.
Gord will be sadly missed by his relatives and many close friends, most of which were cultivated during his many seasons playing adult hockey, particularly at Art Thompson Arena in Pickering. His long-time friend, Alec Maynard, will cherish the many fond memories they shared together. He will be truly missed.
Cremation has taken place. We will celebrate his life on Friday, May 31, 2024 from 4:00 - 7:00pm at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME - 20 Church St N, Ajax, Ontario.
Memories will be shared at 4:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Nature Conservancy of Canada, JumpStart, or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Guy Joseph Coutu
APRIL 20, 1932 – MAY 23, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday May 23, 2024 at the age of 92 years.
Predeceased by his dearly beloved wife Leota "Lee" (nee Farr).
Loving father of Lance (Linda) and Mark (Susan).
Cherished Pops of grandchildren Keith (Megan), Sadie, Aaron (Kimmy), Devon (Carly) and Blair (Jordan). Step-grandfather to Ryan Bruce (Kelly) and Stephanie Bruce.
Great Pops of Wyatt, Keira, and Lucy.
Step great-grandfather to Sophia, Parker, Lily and Maggie. Survived by his brother Roger (Late Dolly), and predeceased by siblings and their spouses Cecile Lauren (Lucien), Aime (Martha), Georges (Mary), Lucien (Margaret), Therese Renaud (Jacques), Rita Ethier (Roland). Dear brother-in-law of Wayne Farr (Jeanne), and Lanny Farr (Beth), and predeceased by his sister-in-law Germaine Figura (John).
Will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Guy will be remembered for his involvement with Oshawa Baseball Leagues; long time member of Bathe Park; Supportive fan of Oshawa Generals and Boston Bruins Hockey Teams, and the Toronto Blue Jays; Long Time Employee of General Motors Oshawa. Guy and Lee enjoyed camping for many years in Halliburton and vacationing around the world.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME 847 King Street, West on Thursday May 30th, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Gertrude's Catholic Church on Friday May 31, 2024 at 10:30 am.
Donations may be made to ALS Canada or the Grandview Kids Foundation.
Online tributes and condolences may be placed at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Gerald Paul Fallis
Suddenly passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at the age of 65, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Gerald will be missed by his daughter Rebecca, siblings Gordon (Kelly), Kathy (Cosmo), Wayne (Brenda), and Brent (Wendy), nieces Angela and Julie, great-nephew Jarett, and great-nieces Breanne and Megan.
Predeceased by brothers Ronald and Donald. Gerald retired from General Motors after many years of service. Cremation has taken place.
A Celebration of Life will be held on June 1, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Laura's Tearoom, 1402 Hwy 7A, Bethany, Ontario.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
George Edward Evans
George, 85 years, of Pickering, Ontario, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on May 16, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer.
He was born on March 5, 1939 in Toronto to Alexander and Elsie Evans.
He was married to the late Helen (Trinier) for 66 years. He is survived by his daughters; Wendy (Marty), Jackie and Karen. He was a District Chief with the Toronto Fire Department before his retirement in 1998.
He loved to be outdoors cutting up firewood and riding his ATV to clear a snow road on the lake, playing the banjo, dancing, listening to music and he absolutely loved to get a laugh by telling jokes
He was a member of the Pine Ridge Bluegrass Folklore Society, Toronto Fire Fighters War Veterans’ Association, Toronto Fire Department Pensioners’ Association, TFD Critical Incident Stress Team, Madawaska Valley Horticultural Society, Madawaska Valley Euchre Club, Opeongo Seniors Centre, Barry’s Bay Choir, North Hastings Community Choir, Pickering Notables Choir, Durham Regional Police Choir and the Discovery Place Euchre Group.
A celebration of life will be held at Discovery Place in the Recreation Centre (1890 Valley Farm Road, Pickering) on Saturday June 1st, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
A private interment will follow at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
George Forgie
eacefully, in Scarborough on Monday, May 20, 2024, we announce the passing of George Patrick Forgie.
He is reunited in heaven with his beloved wife, Dena.
Sadly missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, and many friends.
He will always be remembered for his creativity in the art world, as well as his writings.
An inspirational man to all.
Visitation will be held at McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, on Friday, May 24, 2024, from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
A Funeral Service for George will follow the Visitation in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. George will be laid to rest following the service in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East, Whitby.
If desired, in lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the War Amps.
Online condolences may be placed at: mceachniefuneral.ca .
Germaine Rose MacKinnon
DECEMBER 16, 1924 – MAY 13, 2024
Peacefully at Age Care Samac on Monday May 13th in her 100th year.
Beloved wife of the late Arthur MacKinnon.
Cherished mother of Patrick and his wife Gloria, Robert and his wife Susan and Judy McCrudden and her husband Robert, and David (predeceased).
Loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
Germaine will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
George Rosario Branchaud
Passed away peacefully on Friday May 10, 2024 at Sunnybrook Veterans Centre at the age of 82.
Lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Grace, his children Diane (Murray), Irvine (Sam) and Alan (Alison), Robert and Michelle.
Loved by his sisters Diana (Bill) and Betty ( Bob)
Adored Grandpa of Natalie(Jeff), Jessica, John (Adriana), Robert (Rose), Jordan, Emma (Cal), Etuk, Kunnuk and Great Grandson William.
Missed by his furry companions Brandy, Daisy, Jack and Sailor.
Loved by many precious nieces, nephews and cousins.
George was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandpa, great grandpa,friend, comrad, soldier and teacher.
Proud Naval Chief, Petty Officer retiree with 45 years of service in the Canadian Military (Navy).
George was awarded the Order of Military Merit (Chief Petty Officer 1st Class) by the Governor General of Canada.
His most treasured memories include marrying Grace, joining the Navy with childhood friend Dick at 17 years of age, being part of the construction of the Canadian Frigate Program, working with Captain Bruce METTP , from 1958-1984 he served on 15 ships (Carleton, Cornwallis, Swansea, Stadacona, Cayuga, Nootka, Nipigon, Chaudiere, CFB Halifax, Restigouche, MarCom HQ, Iroquois, FMG-A, Algonquin and NDHQ Ottawa).
He is most proud of his family and his service in the Canadian Military.
Favourite activities included playing and coaching hockey ( cheering on the Montreal Canadians while other family members cheered on the Maple Leafs), golfing (especially Father’s Day Weekend getaway and 9 holes of golf with his daughter-in -law Sam), water-polo ( the Navy team that almost made it to the Olympics), playing Santa Claus for his grandchildren, discussing politics and current events, creating itineraries with military precision for the fridge, cooking/serving/eating lobster and steak with family and friends, vacationing in Florida, Happy Hours, playing/teaching cribbage, playing in the pool especially with his grandchildren, snuggling with his furry creatures while watching M*A*S*H* in his lazy boy chair and listening to Rod Stewart ( especially enjoyed going to his concert with Irv and Sam and standing on a foldout chair for the entire concert).
George worked hard and loved life to it’s fullest.
While he was at Veterans he participated in several interviews and shared his time at sea with a group of highschool students who stayed in touch with him even after their time together. He was a wonderful storyteller and enjoyed discussing history and world events. Although he had travelled throughout the world he always looked forward to coming home to Canada.
After his grandchildren would leave from a visit leaving their handprints on the sliding glass doors he wouldn’t let Grandma Grace clean the doors.
He recently gave his great grandchild, William his first train set and he spent an afternoon watching him play. He will be remembered and missed for his welcoming smile and love of life.
Please join the family on Thursday May 16th 1:00 pm at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa for a Celebration of Life Service. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 12pm to 1pm. Cremation has taken place. Interment of Ashes in Woodlawn, Cornwall at a later date.
In memory of George, please consider a donation to the Veterans Program at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca