Ana Breznikar
(Long time Member of Immaculate Conception CWL)
Ana passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024 with her daughter by her side at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa.
Loving daughter of the late Marica and Adam Liefert of Croatia.
Predeceased by her husband Zvonimir “Zvonko” Breznikar.
She leaves behind her children, Ivan (Lucy), Pete (Carol), Steve (Julie), and Maria (Frank). Cherished grandmother “Baka” to Devin (Nicola), Merissa (Michael), Matthew, Sarah (Fred), Nicholas (Sasha) and Jacob and great Baka of River Zvonko.
She was predeceased by her sister Katica (Branko).
She will be missed by her extended family and friends. Born in Croatia in 1932 Ana was a child during the war and faced many hardships and challenges. She moved to Canada with her young son Ivan and met and married her husband Zvonko.
Together they raised four children and again faced hardships such as a house fire that totally destroyed the family home.
Ana was an extremely hard worker, she cleaned houses when she first moved to Canada, worked at a hospital, was a business owner with running a butcher shop, a farmer, a member of the Catholic Women’s League for as long as she possibly could and above all a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She was devoted with her faith, determined, spoke her mind honestly and was kind and complementary right until her last days.
The family would like to thank Family, neighbours and friends who helped through the years, Chartwell Wynfield Retirement home where she was a resident for their constant care and support over the years, Lakeridge Health Oshawa; in particular the 5th floor staff, the palliative care unit staff and Dr. Sam who all provided comfort, care and compassion throughout her journey and support to the family.
Mom/Baka you will be missed greatly and always be remembered.
Rest In Peace and May God hold you in the palm of his hands always. The family of Ana Breznikar will receive friends at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Saturday, February 17th from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Immaculate Conception Church, The Immaculate Conception CWL or Ronald McDonald House.
Annie Tullett
November 18, 1940 - February 12, 2024
Annie Tullett passed away peacefully with her daughter and son by her side on Monday, February 12, 2024 at Markham-Stouffville Hospital. Annie was 83.
For the last 3 years she endured pain with leg wounds and infections. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Nadine, her son Rodney, son-in-law Troy and many friends.
Annie enjoyed anything to do with yarn. In her working career she held several positions whereby she educated people on the tremendous number of items that could be created with various types of yarn from around the world.
Many who knew her were the recipient of a knitted item made by her.
She also enjoyed dogs and had many that she called companions in her life.
They made her smile and she fed all of them too many treats.
At Annie’s request there will be no funeral or celebration of life.
Donations can be made to Ontario SPCA and Humane Society at: secure.ontariospca.ca
Arthur ‘Art’ MacGillivray
Passed away suddenly on Friday, February 9, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 67.
Beloved husband of Linda for 42 years.
Loving father of Danielle (Brian), Justine (Tim), and Lee (Kelly).
Cherished grandfather of Adam, Lucas, Matthew, Jacob, Jessica (Curtis), Jaelynn (Noah), Carson, Joshua, and Noah and great-grandfather to many special kids.
Dear brother of Allan, Michael, George, Cathy, Carol, Brian and brother-in-law of Sandra.
Predeceased by his sister Betty. Art will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, especially John, and his best fur friend, Ginger.
Art had a kind heart and to know him was to love him. He was a true animal lover who also enjoyed cooking, hosting wonderful dinner parties and learning about science and history.
Visitation will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 3:30 p.m.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Albert “Bert” Saumur
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Albert “Bert” Saumur on February 4, 2024.
Loving husband to Carolyn.
Proud father to Kimberley (John), Darren (Kelly) and Bernadette (Neale). Adoring “père” to Ashlyn, Jackson, Aaron, Spencer and Reese.
Brother to Carol-Anne, Pierrette and Gilles. Predeceased by his parents Wilfrid and Blanche Saumur, and sister Paulette. Bert will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.
Bert's journey began in South Porcupine, Ontario, where he was born. A move to Toronto during his youth marked the beginning of a beautiful chapter, one where he encountered and eventually married the love of his life, Carolyn.
Bert's life was a symphony of love, laughter, and cherished moments, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that will be forever treasured by those who knew and loved him.
Family and friends are welcome to gather at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village, on Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at McEachnie Funeral Home, followed by a burial at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens and reception at Funeral Centre.
Arthur Leo Brownson
Art passed away peacefully at home with his cherished wife Helen and daughter Kellie by his side on February 3, 2024 at the age of 94 years old.
Devoted husband to his adored wife Helen Brownson (nee Roache).
Cherished father of Kellie (Perry) Mattucci and the late Julie. Beloved grandfather of Cal, Robert and Christopher Lynde and Mitchell (Sofia) Mattucci. He will also be missed by his honorary daughter Julie Logan (nee Bacon).
Art will be reunited with many loved family members and will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Born on November 14, 1929, Art grew up on the family farm in Eldorado, before starting his career as a teacher and principal which would bring him to Oakville and Peterborough.
He is fondly remembered by many previous students. Art fought a valiant, courageous battle with cancer with superhuman resilience and determination.
He had an extraordinarily strong faith which guided him throughout his life journey and provided great solace in the past years.
Art’s cancer would not keep him down in sickness and in health playing golf as much as possible with nephew Larry and treasured his time golfing with his grandson Mitch.
Helen and Art celebrated 70 years of marriage in July 2023 and their love for each other was as strong as the day they met.
Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 373 Simcoe Street South in Oshawa with a reception to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion #43 at 471 Simcoe Street South.
In memory of Art and in lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to a charity of your choice.
Aurore “Aurora” Marie Harris
May 5, 1938 – February 4, 2024
Aurore passed away peacefully at Smith Falls Hospital in the early hours of Feb 4, 2024.
She was predeceased by her husband Robert T. Harris, and by her siblings Gilbert (and his wife Margo), Janet (and her husband Phillip), Richard, May Rose (and her husband Munir), Victor, Raymond, and Marie.
She will be dearly missed by her daughters Grace (and her husband Jacques) and Annie (and her wife Laurel), and her grandson Rowan.
Also surviving are her brother Jean Mac (and his wife Denyse) and her sister-in-law Dianne, as well as many nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren.
Aurore attended St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Sudbury and had a 40-year career in nursing, mostly in seniors’ care.
She was well regarded in her time as a nurse at Hillsdale Manor in Oshawa, and was a respected supervisor towards the end of her career, known for caring as much for her staff as she did the residents in her care.
Aurore was a devoted Catholic and member of the St. Gregory the Great parish in Oshawa.
In her retirement she was a dedicated member of the Catholic Women’s League, and was awarded a medal of service in 2011. She also volunteered for the Liberal Party of Canada and worked for Elections Canada.
Although she lived with dementia for the last 12 years of her life, she always remembered those she loved and was happy to see them.
She moved from her own home in 2015 into Carolina Suites Retirement Home in Perth, and more recently into Broadview Nursing Home in Smith Falls.
Staff from both residences commented that she was easygoing, had a great sense of humour, and was a pleasure to have around. Though Aurore will be deeply missed by all who loved her, her family is also happy that she is at peace.
A funeral will be held in the spring.
Special thanks to Broadview Nursing Home and Perth & Smith Falls District Hospital for caring for her in her final moments.
Thanks as well to Blair and Son Funeral Home Perth for their compassionate and caring support while making all the requested arrangements.
Ann McGeown
October 29,1925 – February 2, 2024
Ann passed away peacefully, at the age of 98, on Friday February 2, 2024.
Beloved wife of James (predeceased) for over 47 years.
Cherished mother of James (Anna), Mary McGeown (Tim Commisso) and Anne (Dan Smegal).
Loving Grandma of Maegan (Jason Weese), Kristen (Brock LaLonde), Katy (Alex Short), Jenny, Stephen and Alison Ann. Loving Great Grandma to Hunter, Sierra and Oliver.
Ann will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends across Canada, Scotland and the United States.
Ann was an active member of St. Gertrude’s Catholic Church for over 60 years and a member of the Catholic Women’s League for over 65 years.
Retired in 1986 as Supervisor of Payroll and Accounts for the Durham Catholic District School Board where Ann worked for over 20 years.
Ann served as a dedicated volunteer for many years with her own parish, Catholic Family Services of Durham, Participation House Durham, and St. Vincent’s Soup Kitchen.
Ann and her family would like to thank the staff at AgeCare Samac (formerly Wynfield LTC) for their compassionate care and an extra special thank you to the staff of the McLaughlin Bay area who filled Ann’s final years with love and laughter.
Visitation will take place on Wednesday February 7, 2024 at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West Oshawa, ON from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Prayers will be said at 4:30 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday February 8, 2024 at St. Gertrude’s Catholic Church, 690 King Street East, Oshawa, ON. Christian burial at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East, Whitby, ON. will follow the mass.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Participation House Durham or the Alzheimer Society Durham Region.
Antonius van Boxtel
(Tony) passed away peacefully on January 28, 2024 at the age of 97.
Predeceased by his loving wife Cora. Leaving behind to miss him greatly are his children Connie, Johanna, Maureen (Calvin), Harry (Melanie), Frank (Cindy), and Nancy.
Also missing him are his adoring grandchildren, Michael, Laura, Tara, Kelli, Cameron, Curtis, Nicole, Keira, Samantha, Lenay, Joseph, and Jeffrey. Grampa Tony will also be lovingly remembered by all his great-grandchildren. He was born on January 4, 1927 in Langenbaum, Holland.
In 1951, he and his newly married wife Cora came to Canada and settled in Kingston, Ontario. Eventually, they found their way to Pickering Village in 1958, their first and only home on Christena Crescent. Once there, he secured a position at the Whitby Psychiatric Hospital, where he took four years of medical schooling to get his Paramedic Licence.
Tony was handy at any job and always wanted to help family, neighbours, and friends with whatever they needed help with. In 1974 Tony built a family cottage in Haliburton and many memories were made and treasured there.
Visitation will be held at the McEachnie Funeral Home in Pickering Village, on Sunday March 3, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00pm. Memorial service in the Funeral Home will be held on Monday March 4, 2024 starting at 11:00am, with a gathering to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Sick Kids Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Ann Wright Sellect
AUGUST 6, 1925 – JANUARY 25, 2024
Unexpectedly but peacefully at her residence on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 98 years of age.
Beloved wife of the late Orvel Selleck. Cherished mother of Ron and his wife Heather, Janis and her husband the late Steve Perry. Loving grandma of Scott (Kelly), and Lindsay (Sean) Hewlett.
Dear great grandma of Bradley and Ryan and loving GG of Abigail and Jonas.
She will be sadly missed by her brother Charlie Gilliland (Eve) and her sister Margaret McLean, her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Many thanks to the community Care Durham for their care and support.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West on Monday February 5 from 9:30am until time of the Memorial Service in the Chapel at 10:30am.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Kedron United Church or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Allan Tamblyn
APRIL 30, 1932 – JANUARY 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we share the news of the passing of (Clarence) Allan Tamblyn; beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather on Tuesday January 23, 2024 in his 92nd year.
Allan was the much loved husband of Judith (nee Ketchen) for almost 70 years, beloved father of John (Karen), Stephen (Patricia), Alison (Steve Newstead), Lesley, (Steve Ford), and the late Barbara; loved father-in-law of Gordon Wallace.
Allan leaves behind grandchildren Matt Tamblyn (Hillary), Krista Tamblyn (Anthony), Jordan Tamblyn (Alexandra), Tristen Tamblyn, Mike Wallace (Tara), Brett Wallace (Ciara), Nick Ford (Jacy), Ryan Ford (Claire) and Lucas Glaspell (Taylor). He was the proud Great Grandpa of Griffin, Jaxson, Joey, Reign, and Adelaide.
Allan is deeply missed by his brothers Mac (Wilma) and Norm (Maureen) and predeceased by his sister Marian and her husband Ed Mewett.
He is lovingly remembered by his brother-in-law John Ketchen (Laura) and sister-in-law Bev Jennings (Keith predeceased). Uncle Allan leaves behind many nieces and nephews who will miss his kindness and gentle nature.
He is fondly remembered by Linda Tamblyn and Debbie Tremblay.
Allan was an honorary member of the King family, a “big brother” to Carl, David and Allan.
Allan left the family farm in Cambray to work at GM in Oshawa. He and Judy raised their family in Courtice but spent many happy times at their cottage on Sturgeon Lake, later building their retirement home on Betty’s Bay near Cameron.
Allan was a humble man who downplayed his many talents and skills. There was nothing he couldn’t do and most often he could be found using those skills to help others. He modeled the value of hard work, and the ability to set that work aside to be present with family, friends and neighbours.
The family would like to thank the staff at Hillsdale Estates who provided tremendous care to Allan in the last few months of his life as he lived with the effects of Parkinson’s Disease.
He was a very tall man with huge hands that he used to help others and to hold the hands of his family so they knew they were loved. A gentle giant of a man who leaves a giant hole in the lives of those who loved him.
A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements with COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL .
In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made to Parkinson Canada, MS Canada, or the Canadian Cancer Society.