Valerio Bruno Furelli
January 17, 1968 – January 17, 2022
It's with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Valerio Bruno Furelli on Monday, January 17th, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 54.
Predeceased by his parents Albina and Saverio Furelli.
Dearly loved soulmate of Joanna (Dallas, Tanner, Kylee).
Fondly remembered by his brothers Franco, Tony, Joe (Thelma) and sisters Ester (William), Maria (Harry), his nephew Michael and niece Tasha.
Sadly missed by his forever friends, Mark and Mike and many family, friends and his fur babies, Max, Mojo and Bella. Valerio will be missed
No services are scheduled at this time.
Arrangements entrusted with OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME .
Velma Florrie Sonley
January 10th, 1923 - January 21st, 2022
99 years of age, was born January 10, 1923.
She died peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on January 21, 2022.
She was the youngest and last of a family of 8.
Velma is predeceased by her husband George Henry Sonley (2000), son Lloyd Henry Sonley (1992), and her great granddaughter Emilia (2021).
Velma is survived by her son George (Anne), grandchildren Scott (Mirela), Kevin (Darlene) and Adam (Lindsay), and her great-grandchildren David, Grace, Cassidy and Miles.
In lieu of flowers donations to Lakeridge Health Foundation (Cancer Care), Heart & Stroke Foundation or a CHARITY of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Private Funeral Service will be held at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Wednesday afternoon (January 26th)
Velma will be laid to rest beside her husband at GROVESIDE CEMETERY.
Messages of condolelnce and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Vernon King Flaherty
June 29,1928 – January 20, 2022
With sadness and gratitude for a life well lived we would like to announce the passing of Vernon Flaherty who shared a lifetime with his wife Gladys (nee Glover).
Vernon owned and ran the Strand Theatre in Beaverton from 1955 until the building was sold in 2018.
He began earlier still, in 1948, with his brother Brian (Margaret Will) at a previously existing theatre on Simcoe St. in Beaverton.
The business was successful enough to allow the construction of the “new” Strand Theatre in 1955. That adds up to 69 years as a theatre owner/projectionist.
Vernon served in the Royal Canadian Air Force Marine Squadrons during World War II in Nova Scotia and was a member of the RCAF Association 429 Wing. He was also a long-term member of the Beaverton Legion, Branch 135.
Rest in Peace Vernon. You will sorely be missed by many and remembered fondly for much good advice, great humour and caring assistance.
We would like give thanks to the outstanding staff of Lakeview Manor in Beaverton. The best of care by the best people.
Due to COVID restrictions, a private service will be held with interment at Stone Church Cemetery, Beaverton.
If so desired memorial donations in memory of Vernon to the RCAF Association-Wing 429 or the Beaverton Legion branch #135 would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Vilma Loreen Treen
September 3, 1932 – December 29, 2021
With her children by her side, on December 29th, 2021, at the age of 89, left us to be with her beloved husband Norman of 71 years and cherished son Barry (Laurie).
Forever loved by her children Dale (Cecilia Casuccio), Scott, Kerry Drews (Mike) and Ken (Lisa).
Special Grandma to Amanda, Colleen, Kylie Giroux (Joe), Kurtis, Kelsey Wiseman (Jeff), Quinn, Mackenzie and Kathryn, Jason (Alex), Doug, Nicholas (Tashawna).
Adored great-grandma to James and Keeghan, Adelyn, Sophie, Maverick, Siena, Josie, and Jack.
Born on a farm in Omemee, ON, September 3rd, 1932 to the late Andrew and Ellen Irwin, Loreen and her twin brother Laverne (predeceased) were the youngest of 9 children.
Predeceased by brother Clifford, sisters Myrtle, Ruby, Mable, Jane, Ione. Survived by her sister Ilean and sister-in-law Claire.
Loreen was an adored Aunt to her many nieces and nephews. Loreen cherished her family immensely.
She enjoyed the many annual family weekends at Stricker's resort in Burleigh Falls, excited for sleepovers at her children's homes, attending the annual Snowflake bazaar, playing bingo at family gatherings, listening to country music, thrift shopping, going to the casino, sipping on pina coladas and her love for fresh caught pickerel.
We were privileged to have our mom to her beautiful age of 89. Her great sense of humor, her resilience, she was "up" for anything.
She never gave up her dream to walk again, her lust for life was contagious. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff for their exceptional care, warmth and compassion Loreen received at Caressant Care McLaughlin in Lindsay.
A private family service will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME .
A Celebration of Life will be held for Loreen in the Spring.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to SickKids Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Velma Irene
True soulmates, after being married for 71 years, Velma & Wally died only 18 days apart at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, November 8th and 26th and are now dancing together again!
They will be lovingly remembered by their daughter Heather Gorgerat & her husband Dominic.
They now join their son Dale who predeceased them.
Wonderful grandparents to Tyson, Justin and Emily and great-grandparents to George.
A Private Service to honour both Velma & Wally will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville, on Monday December 20th at 1 pm. Those wishing to view the service virtually, please follow the link provided on the website.
Memorial Donations may be made to Tyrone United Church or St. Vincent’s Kitchen.
Interment Bethesda Cemetery.
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Violet Margaret Pell
April 1, 1933 - November 20, 2021
Our beloved cheery, witty, caring Anne has left us.
She lived life to the full until feeling ill and entering hospital in early November.
After several days she calmly gradually began a deep eternal sleep.
Anne's fondest memories of youth on her family's London-area farm were of her love for horses and tractor-driving.
To study at Western University she left the farm, but farm community values never left Anne.
At graduation and through her life, Anne felt proud and gratified to be among just a few women who'd then had that opportunity.
Armed with her degree, she launched a distinguished 40+ year career managing public and secondary school libraries in Sarnia, Edmonton, Manchester England, and Toronto.
Anne was lauded for many major contributions, notably the Independent Study Booklet recognized for years as an innovative and essential student learning tool.
Anne was a selfless, kind and caring humanitarian: a model inspriring each of us to enthusiastically, nonjudgmentally and boundlessly seek the best in others, and then relentlessly patiently cajole and guide them through productive fulfilling life journeys.
Celebration of Anne’s life on Monday, November 29, 2021 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Old Mill, 21 Old Mill Road, Toronto, Ontario M8X 1G5 (chapel entrance). NOTE that COVID Vaccine Passports and Photo ID will be required for entry.
In Anne’s memory, donations may be made to secondary school student bursaries at www.meritaward.ca or to heart stroke research at www.heartandstroke.ca or to mental health programs at www.toronto.cmha.ca.
Condolences may be offered at etouch.ca .
In Anne's memory, donations may be made at Merit Award Bursary Program or Heart & Stroke Foundation or CAMH.
Arrangements entrusted with SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE - PICKERING .February 1st, 1928 - November 25th, 2021
Peacefully at Whitecliffe Terrace, with her dear friend Lynne by her side, November 25, 2021.
Beloved Sweetheart of the late Norman Pell (together forever), special Auntie to Rosemary, Elaina, Brian and Colin (England), and dear friend and entertainer to many.
Many thanks to the Whitby Senior Centre, where Violet and Norman enjoyed many years of dancing, singing and bowling.
A Funeral Service will be held at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL , 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby on Monday December 13, 2021 at 12pm. A live-stream will be available on the funeral home website.
If so desired, donations in Violet’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society and the Humane Society.
Condolences may be made online at wctownfuneralchapel.com .
Veronica Mitchell
Peacefully on Wednesday December 1, 2021 at Scarborough Centenary Hospital at the age of 93.
Beloved wife of the late Arthur Mitchell (1989). Dear sister of Anthony Dixon (Julia) of England.
Veronica is predeceased by her sister Kathleen Mitchell and brothers Freddie Dixon and David Dixon.
Veronica was a loving aunt to her nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Veronica will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.
A funeral mass will be held for Veronica on Wednesday December 8, 2021 at 1pm. at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 1100 Mary Street North, Oshawa. Interment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.
To register to attend the mass please use the RSVP tab at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME Masks are mandatory at all times.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Memorial donations to Diabetes Canada would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Vojna Karacic
June 7, 1940 – November 17, 2021
Passed away at home on Wednesday, November 17th, 2021 at the age of 81.
Beloved wife of Marko.
Loving mother of Zaklina (Boris) and Valentina.
Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Irena, Sandra and Andrea.
Sadly missed by nieces and nephews Vesna, Snjezana, Javor and sister-in-law Dusanka Teofilovic.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, November 19th from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. Private family service to be held.
Memorial donations to the Ajax-Pickering Emergency Department would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Proof of full vaccination, along with government issued ID, are mandatory to attend indoor visitation and funeral services for those age 12 and older. Masks are required.
Violet Mary Hanewich
After a full and active life, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at the Village of Taunton Mills at the age of 93.
Beloved wife of Ernest (predeceased 2021) for 63 years.
Loving mother (ma) of Gary (predeceased 2019) (Betty-Jane), Edward (Sharon), Helen Tonkin (David) and Lora Medeiros (Paulo).
Proud baba of Lucas, Clayson, Phillip (Janet), Andrea (Dean), Amanda (John) and Abby (Jeff).
Great grandma to Ethan, Madison, Daxton, Elyse, Hannah, Emma, Tripp, Case and Ty.
Daughter of the late Walter and Helen Bienkowski.
Survived by her sister Chris Bienkowski and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by brothers Zygmunt and George and sisters Anne Sant and Pauline Lukasik.
A special thank you to the staff of Taunton Mills for their care and Dr. Callow.
A private memorial service will be held .
Violet ‘Irene’ (Allin) Brown
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 27th, 2021 at the age of 87 years.
Irene was predeceased by her husband’s David Kilgannon and James Brown.
Loving mother of Bonnie (Larry) MacDonald, Valerie Kilgannon, Rebecca (George) Hurrman, David (Joanie) Kilgannon and Betsy Brown.
She will be sadly missed by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildrn.
Dear daughter of the late Harold & Dorothy Allin, she was predeceased by her siblings Eileen Allin, Everett (Evelyn) Allin, Joyce (Gerald) Fitzgerald, Lorriane (Eugene) Clark and Marilyn (Edward) Doms.
She will be lovingly remembered by the Kilgannon and Brown extended families.
Arrangements are entrusted with Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, Bowmanville.
Memorial Donations may be made to Diabetes Canada or The Heart & Stroke Foundation.