Arthur Michael Victor Sylvester
October 9, 1940 - March 23, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Arthur Bugelli, who left this world on March 23, 2024 surrounded by his family. His life was a testament to love, kindness, generosity and unwavering dedication to all those he loved.
Born on October 9, 1940, in Rabat, Malta to Paul and Annie, Art enjoyed his childhood and was part of a large, loving family.
He shared a special bond with each of his siblings, Mary, Rosie, Sam, Jessie, Joe & John- nurturing lifelong friendships built on love and shared experiences.
After serving in the British Navy for a time, Art decided to emigrate to Canada in 1962.
However, he always maintained a close connection with Malta and his family there, visiting as often as he could.
He settled in Whitby, Ontario and worked at General Motors for his entire career.
He married Moya Bugelli (née Docherty) and had two children, Karyn and Michael. After retirement, he gladly left winter behind and settled in Sarasota, Florida where he met his current partner Rosemarie Sanson and soon built a life with her in Oakwood Manor.
Art touched the lives of many with his warmth, kindness and generosity. Whether lending a helping hand to a friend in need of a renovation or offering words of encouragement to a stranger, he was loved by all. He immersed himself in the Oakwood Manor community, building sets, helping with shows, and decorating for events such as Halloween and St. Patrick’s Day. His legacy will be remembered for years to come.
Art is survived by his loving partner, Rosemarie Sanson, his children, Karyn (Joe), Mike (Jody), Rosemarie’s children Monique, Rob and Renee, and all his grandchildren, Dominik, Morgan, Alexa, Athena, Victor, Cooper, Emma, Jake, Deneen, Tristan, Kiera and Emma as well as his great-grandchildren Chevy and James as well as a host of relatives and countless friends who will cherish his memory forever.
Though there will be no formal funeral service as per Art’s wishes, we invite those who knew and loved Art to join us in celebrating his life and legacy at a future date to be determined.
However, we can all honor his memory by embracing the values he held dear – love, generosity, and kindness towards others.
Though he may be gone from our sight, he will never be absent from our hearts.
Arrangements with W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL .
Agnes “Terry” Chamilliard
1927 - 2024
Passed away peacefully, on March 13, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Ajax- Pickering Hospital.
Terry was predeceased by husband, Clayton Joseph; son, David; and sisters, Catherine and Marie.
Survived by much-loved sister, Anna; brother, Hugh; and will be greatly missed by her extended family.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis-de-Sales Roman Catholic Church, 1001 Ravenscroft Road, Ajax, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Francis-de-Sales Cemetery, Ajax.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Operation Smile would be gratefully appreciated.
Alicja Chacinski
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Alicja Chacinski on March 23, 2024 at the age of 97.
Mum was born in Warsaw, Poland on February 4, 1927.
She was predeceased by husband Waclaw 58 years ago, and is survived by sons Vince (Kim), Roman (Leni), Peter (Donna), and grandchildren Alexandra, Kate (Aaron), and Michael. Generous, feisty, compassionate, courageous, resilient, fiercely independent, and most of all, loving describe this remarkable woman.
Alicja was 12 years old when World War II broke out. One day at the age of 16, she was at a railway station in Warsaw going to visit her aunt. She never made it.
She was taken away by enemy soldiers to work in various labour camps in Germany, never to see her family again.
Ironically this saved her life. Had she stayed in Warsaw, she likely would have perished along with her family and friends about a year later when Warsaw was bombed during the Warsaw Uprising.
There was a second time she avoided death. While working in a salvage depot, she developed an excruciating earache.
The foreman took pity on her and sent her to the hospital. A few hours after she left, the salvage depot was bombed killing all of her co-workers.
When the war ended, she ended up in a refugee camp in southern Germany where she married dad, and gave birth to Vince and Roman.
It was clear to mum that there was no future for the family in Germany, so our family of four immigrated to Toronto. This is where she gave birth to Peter. Life was getting good until the sudden passing of our dad when he was only 42.
She took on various jobs and rented rooms in our house and did whatever she could to ensure that we were never hungry or cold.
After her three boys left home, mum sold her Toronto home and moved to Ajax where she spent the last and best 35 years of her life. Mum loved the outdoors, especially fishing.
She lived for her grandchildren and adored them as they adored her. She was loved by all who crossed paths with her. She was a real fighter right to the very end.
A heart felt thank you to the amazing management and staff at the Lakeridge Gardens Long Term Care Home where she was continuously stimulated, entertained, and cared for.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Alicja are asked to consider the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Arrangements with McEacnie Funeral Home.
Audrey Louise Cuzzilla
February 6th 1942 - March 22nd 2024
It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye to our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Audrey Cuzzilla, who passed away on March 22, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville at the age of 82.
Audrey will be greatly missed by her children, Kim, and Tom (Cheryl), her grandchildren, Kristy (Roland), Heather (Brodie), Alex and Cameron, and her great granddaughters, Jayda and Katrina. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Tom, and son, Terry.
Audrey was known as a generous, kind and loving soul, who was so proud and devoted to her family including all her stray cats who would become her furry companions.
She spent many years at the local race tracks, proudly cheering her husband, son and grandsons race to the checkered flag.
She was well-loved within the community from her many years of waitressing at Haugen’s and Hyland. She spent her days cooking and baking delicious food for her family and friends, watching sports on tv, knitting, reading, painting, and enjoying the sunshine and gardens outside.
When she was up for it, she'd be “road-running” and hanging out with her best friend, Gwen, and the ladies on Wednesdays where, even at 80 years old, she learned how to quilt.
Audrey was a remarkable, one-of-a-kind woman.
Audrey's ashes will be scattered alongside her husband, Tom, around Wasaga Beach Speedway in a private event.
Anne Adair Ross
SEPTEMBER 1, 1934 – MARCH 22, 2024
With sadness, we announce the passing of Anne Adair Ross in her 90th year in Ajax, Ontario on Friday, March 22, 2024.
Anne was predeceased by her husband and the love of her life, Roderick Colby Ross (2009).
She leaves their four children Margaret (Alan) Crashley, Rosalind (David) Lywood, Stephen (Lisa), and Robert (Oonagh).
Anne took great pride in their five grandchildren, Lauren (Patrick) Cook, Ian (Kristen) Crashley, Connor (Laura) Lywood, Colby (Stephanie) Ross, and Garrick (Jessica) Ross.
To the end Anne delighted in the antics and adventures of all nine great-grandchildren, Bronwyn, Isla, Cameron, William, Ava, Garrick, Sophie, Aria, and Coulton.
Anne attended Havergal College and went on to graduate as a nurse through St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto. Anne was from an age when women tended primarily to the home.
Church and volunteer work were held in great regard. Ladies lunched and she enjoyed a good game of bridge.
Anne was a long standing member of Northminster United Church, Oshawa, the local chapter of the I.O.D.E., and the Oshawa Golf Club. She and Rod travelled extensively to many countries and enjoyed entertaining.
Their home was filled with laughter. Both were only children so they were filled with such joy in a full house. Anne will be missed.
Thank you to Lakeridge Gardens Long Term Care, Ajax for the exceptional care and attention given to Anne during the last stage of her life.
Donations in Anne's memory may be made to Sick Kids Hospital, Toronto or any charity of choice.
Online condolences may be made to oshawafuneralhome.com .
Private family service and interment to follow.
A. Leonard Naismith
1958 - 2024
It is with the deepest sadness that we let you know that Leonard Naismith was carried into his eternal home on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, to be with his Lord and Saviour.
Our hearts are broken but our faith is not shaken because we know that Leonard is with God. He leaves behind his beloved wife Sharon; cherished sons, Kevin (Brittany) and Brian (Elyssa); dearest brothers Gord (Donna) and Dave (Ruth); loving in-laws Alan and Marilyn Veale and a host of other precious relatives and friends.
Although Leonard was born in Irvine, Scotland, he has spent most of his life in Ontario. Leonard began his career as a Lab Technician at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto where he was on the team that found the gene for Cystic Fibrosis.
He then switched to the world of Education and enjoyed many years as a Teacher, Vice- Principal and Principal for the TDSB. He was a passionate educator, known for his kindness, generosity, and warmth. In 2018, Leonard was diagnosed with cancer and in 2020, he suffered a stroke.
It did not look very promising for him at that time.
However, it was at this point he was put in the care of Dr. Anthony Lott from Sunnybrook Hospital who, along with his team, has been incredibly outstanding in all ways for prolonging and preserving Leonard’s quality of life.
We also value the wonderful care of Dr. Prakash and all those involved at Lakeridge Health - Ajax/Pickering on the night he passed.
Leonard was a born-again Christian and his goal was to live his life for the Lord each and every day.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating, in his memory, to one of Leonard's favourite places. Leonard was currently the principal of Lillian P.S. in TDSB and they will be creating a legacy project for their school and community in his honour - The Lillian P.S. Legacy Fund (lillian@tdsb.on.ca) or Guelph Bible Conference Centre (https://www.guelphbiblecc.com/) where Leonard spent many summers teaching Bible stories to children.
A Celebration of Leonard’s Life is planned for Sunday, April 7th, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Drive, Ajax, ON. All are welcome to attend - light refreshments will be served following the service.
Audrey Irene Graham
October 23, 1932 – March 18, 2024
It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Audrey on March 18, 2024 in her 91st year.
Audrey was the daughter of the late John and Ella Irene (Rene) Jones (Lewin) and was predeceased by her husband Gordon (Gord) Graham of 54 years in 2008.
She was born in Toronto and worked as an office clerk, moving to Pickering in the late 60’s where she resided for over fifty years, before taking up residence at Winbourne Park in Ajax.
Audrey had a great love of animals (especially cats and dogs) and had taken in many strays over the years.
She dearly missed her beloved cat, Booger, after his passing, as he was a great source of comfort to her after the loss of Gord.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to an Animal Rescue Charity or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Memorial Service for Audrey to be held at a later date.
Alan John Honess
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024 in his 91st year.
He leaves behind his daughters Debora King (Bruce), Donna Alldread and Alison Szwed (Ted).
Proud grandfather to Michelle, Mitchell, Melissa, Adam and Derek and a great-grandfather to Brooklyn.
Alan was fortunate to enjoy many years of retirement from GM Oshawa and spent over 30 years of winters in Florida.
The family would like to express our thanks to his favourite caregivers (you know who you are) at Glen Hill Terrace in Whitby.
A sincere thank you to the kind and compassionate care that was given to our dad from the Fourth-floor nursing staff and doctors at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Your support was so very much appreciated.
As per his wishes, a private celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Adam Hawthorne
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10th, 2024, surrounded by his family at Fairview Lodge in Whitby.
Adam, in his 94th year, leaves behind his loving wife Lyn of 72 years.
Adored father of Roslyn Nestic, Beverly Joseph and the late Ron, Wayne, Terri, Kelly and deceased daughter Sandy. Cherished grandfather of Sandra and Adam (Laura).
Great-grandfather of Lacey, Jaxon and Rowan.
Dear brother of Ellen and Hugh, predeceased by Walter and Ruby. Adam will be lovingly remembered by many families and friends here and in Northern Ireland.
Family was everything to Adam, the centre of his world and he enjoyed spending as much time with them as possible. Growing up, the family enjoyed many camping vacations together throughout the years, camping in both Canada and the United States.
Adam was a former Legion Pipe Band member and never lost his love of music or sense of rhythm, even when playing the spoons at the retirement home.
Adam was also a volunteer at the Lakeridge Oshawa Hospital, played music for the ladies’ line dancing at the community hall and would join his wife, Lyn, on several occasions, singing.
A proud retired electrician from General Motors after 33 years of service.
There wasn’t anything Adam couldn’t fix, and enjoyed endless hours in his workshop tinkering. A self-declared Jack-of-all-Trades, he would often say he was ‘as handy as a pocket on a shirt’.
Cremation has taken place and a Private Family Celebration will be held.
In remembrance of Adam’s life / love, the family asks that charitable donations be made to The Hospital for Sick Children or Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.
For online condolences, please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Adam Luke
April 3, 1983 - March 7, 2024
With profound sadness we announce the sudden passing our Son and Brother.
Adam will be missed by his parents Mike and Kathy Luke of Courtice.
Loved brother of Sara Chapieski and her husband Mark of Oshawa.
Great Uncle of Desmond and Lincoln.
Adam is survived by his grandfather Ray Hodson and predeceased by his grandmother Verna Hodson as well as Earlby and Phyllis Luke.
Adam is remembered by his several aunts and uncles and many cousins and countless friends.