MENDYK, Donna Margaret Mendyk
MENDYK, Donna Margaret (nee Birchard) -
12 July, 1936 – 28 July, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Thornton View Long Term Care in Oshawa on July 28, 2024, in her 89th year.
Beloved wife of the late Ted Mendyk.
Loving mother of Kathy Abbott (Bill), Steve Mendyk (Victoria) and Peter Mendyk.
Remembered with love by her grandchildren Brian Abbott (Lisa), Lisa Abbott, Mark Abbott (Amanda), Michelle Hoeg (Mike), Kyle Mendyk (Taylor), Allicia Mendyk, and two great grandchildren Jayden Abbott and Brooks Hoeg.
Predeceased by her parents Alice and James Birchard, and her sister Pat Potter.
Survived by her brother Ted Birchard. Donna graduated from Peterborough Civic Hospital nursing program and loved being a nurse. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, good neighbour and passionately loved her dog Snoopy. The family would like to thank Thornton View for their loving care during her stay there the last few years.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL , 1587 Highway #2, Courtice, on Friday August 9, 2024, with Visitation from 3:00 pm until time of service in the chapel at 4:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.
Online condolence and tributes may be placed at www.courticefuneralchapel.com .
McCABE, Antionette McCabe
McCABE, Antionette -
January 18, 1947 - July 22, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Antoinette at North York General Hospital at the age of 77.
Having shown strength and resilience through her many medical challenges, she left us in grace to be reunited with her dearly departed husband, Thomas.
She cherished her children, Eve Wylden (Adam Tiessen) and Paul (Nadine) McCabe, and was a proud grandmother to Darwin, Lewis, Lennon, and Oliver.
She will be held dear in the hearts of her siblings, Maria De Lio, Anita Pazin, and Franc Riggio; she was predeceased by her siblings, Sara and Tony Riggio.
The Funeral Mass will be held at Blessed Trinity Parish (3220 Bayview Ave) on August 10th at 10 a.m.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, to be sent to UHN, with thanks to the transplant teams who cared for her over many years. https://support.uhn foundation.ca
Montague LeVoir
It is with a heavy heart and so much love that we say goodbye to our beloved father, husband, and papa. Montague Cecil LeVoir passed away on Sunday July 7th, 2024 at the age of 69.
Monte will continue to live on through his loving family; wife Candace; Children Joe (Jocelyn) and Maggie (Luc); his step children, Sabrina (Ricky), Justin, and Jasmine(Gerry); cherished grandchildren Hanna (Billy), Chloe, Robert, Julia, Mathew, Gerhard, Kenzi and Damien, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
Monte was predeceased by his beloved parents, Margaret and Cecil LeVoir; his beautiful sister, Alice LeVoir and after so many years apart has now been reunited with his cherished son, Robert LeVoir.
A celebration of life will be held on Monday September 2nd at the Royal Canadian Legion at 1:00pm. 9317 Huggard Street, Fort McMurray.
“It isn’t the farm that makes the farmer – it’s the love, hard work and character”
Manuela Silva Figueiredo
Manuela Silva Figueiredo passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at the age of 65. Born in the Azores, Portugal, on June 9, 1959; she was known to many for her vivacious bright personality and love for life. Manuela is survived by her devoted husband Reinaldo, her son David, her son-in-law Paul, her son Jason, her daughter-in-law Melissa, and her beloved grandchildren Cohen & Jolee. Visitation will be held on Monday, July 29th, 2024 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where a funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Manuela wished for anyone who wanted to make a donation of her behalf to do so with the Canadian Cancer Society or SickKids Toronto.
Marion Campbell
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marion Edna Campbell, a Long-time resident of Fairview, Alberta. Marion passed away peacefully, with her family by her side.
Marion was predeceased by her beloved husband, Andy Campbell; her parents, Stanley and Ruth Rowe; her brothers, Ken and Archie Rowe; her sisters, Margaret Grant and Enid Adam; and her grandson, Scott Campbell.
Marion is survived by her sister, Edith Saskow; her daughter, Lynn Trahan (Darryl); her son, John Campbell (Linda); her daughter, Ruth Yallop (Ben); three grandchildren; grand daughter in law Diana Arends; six great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Marion's passion for farming was evident throughout her life. She began her farming journey working alongside her father before her marriage to Andy Campbell. Together, they continued the farming legacy, modeling hard work, dedication, determination, and resilience in the face of challenges, for future generations. Marion and Andy worked on the farm together until his passing, after which Marion worked alongside her
son, John. Marion reluctantly retired from farming around the age of 80 but stayed on the farm during the summers until she was 90, after which she moved to Garrison Manor and then to Harvest Lodge.
As a young girl, Marion rode to a one-room school at Waterhole for nine years, where she cared for younger students and ensured they were well-prepared for the ride home. Her nurturing nature extended to animals, including a pet crow that accompanied her to school and a sick piglet that she once shared her bed with to keep warm.
Marion was a talented artist, excelling in quilting, embroidery, hardanger, drawing, painting, pottery, china painting, and caribou tufting. Her creativity was a constant presence in her children's lives, as she would draw animals and other pictures for them to color. Marion had many hobbies and kept busy with her love for gardening, which was evident in her beautiful flower beds. She maintained close relationships with her
extended family and many friends. Marion was actively involved in numerous social activities, including bowling, bridge, the Green Island Coffee Group, the Fairview Fine Arts Center, and the Waterhole Old Timers Association. She also enjoyed bike riding and other active pursuits.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Further details will be announced at a future date.
Donations in memory of Marion Campbell may be made to the Palliative Care Program at the Fairview Health Complex, 10628 – 110 Street, Fairview, Alberta, T0H 1L0, or to Harvest Lodge, Recreation Program , Box 579, Fairview, Alberta, T0H 1L0.
Michael David Hardy
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday April 17th, 2024 at the age of 53 after a battle with cancer.
Dear and loving husband of Tamara. Much loved Son of David and Margaret Hardy and brother of Elaine Hardy and her husband Paul Lowes. Mike will be missed by his many nieces and nephews.
Michael was a fun-loving, sociable and generous person who made friends wherever he went. He attended Centennial College to train for tool and die work, and thereafter always had a job at which he worked hard, becoming a well-regarded tradesman at Ball Packaging.
He was happily married to Tamara, the love of his life, for 25 years. Together, they lived life to the fullest, enjoying many good times with family and their many friends. Mike’s marriage to Tamara opened up a new world for him as they travelled to Tamara’s birthplace, Iran, as well as to Egypt, Las Vegas and many times to Niagara Falls.
Mike loved the family cottage where he and Tamara hosted wonderful gatherings of family and friends. He loved to hang out in the garage with the guys sharing drinks and smokes after ATV expeditions in the surrounding forest. In winter the same joy resulted from snowmobiling on the lake and trails. Duck hunting at an annual “boy’s weekend” with cousins and friends at Lake Nipissing was also a tradition that Mike treasured.
He brought so much joy to his parents and family throughout his life, and his passing will leave a great void in our lives, and in the lives of all that he touched.
Mary Ellen Armstrong (O’Leary)
Mary (O’Leary) Armstrong, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on April 26th, 2024, with her devoted husband of 47 years, Patrick Armstrong, by her side. Mary leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that touched the lives of all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving children: Roslyn Pancham (Paul), Ashlyn Myers (Jeff), Sonya Jarchow (Kurt), and Craig Armstrong (Rebecca). Mary will be deeply missed by her adoring grandchildren: Brooklyn, Addisyn, Hailey, Masen, Kayla, Morgan, Paige, Patrick, and Milo.
Born in Ireland, Mary bravely immigrated to Canada with her husband and 3 girls in 1989. Mary's warmth and generosity knew no bounds, extending across oceans to her family and friends. She leaves behind siblings, relatives, and countless friends who were blessed to have her in their lives.
Mary's legacy of love, compassion, and grace will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Her presence will be greatly missed, but her memory will be cherished forever. May she rest in eternal peace.
A Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 3:00 pm in the chapel of Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby, ON L1M 1W9. All are invited to join the family for a reception from 4:00-6:00 pm following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Mary's honor.
As Mary used to say: “Don’t forget to wear your lipstick.”
Merv Dearing
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Merv Dearing who died of a broken heart, eighteen days after losing the love of his life. Merv was predeceased by his sweetheart of 60 years Bonnie. Loving father of daughter and son-in-law Brenda and Geoff Hessel. Cherished papa of Andrea Hessel (Shaun Benoit). Great papa of Jenna, Drew and Harper Benoit. Son of the late Stella and Leon Dearing. Predeceased by his sister, Norma Dearing. Merv loved to play the piano, garden, host parties and dance with Bonnie. Family and friends were everything to him. Merv retired from Brewers Retail where he worked as a truck driver and cashier. He was a dedicated, loyal, hard working employee who loved his job. Merv was eager to lend a hand to anyone who needed him and will be remembered as a social butterfly with an infectious smile. The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the staff at Marshall Gowland Manor. We are forever grateful to the Rose Unit personnel who took special care of Merv in his final moments. Thank you to the entire Rose Unit staff and Dr. Crozier for providing exceptional care for Merv over the past five years. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Merv’s Life will be held on Thursday, August 8th, from 12:00-3:00pm at the Royal Canadian Legion on Front St. in Sarnia. Sympathy may be expressed through the Sarnia & District Humane Society (cheques only at the funeral home please). Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.
