February 4, 1941 - December 28, 2023

After living a life characterized by quiet, strong resilience Lynda Jean McCague (Snoddon) peacefully passed away on Thursday December 28th.

Lynda was a gifted teacher who touched the lives of so many children.

She was a talented watercolour artist, avid reader and recipient of the Paul Harris award. She had a vast knowledge of multiple sports.

Lynda loved being with family and took great pleasure in being involved with the next generation as they grew up.

She will live on in the hearts of her family, friends and all who knew her.

A graveside service will take place at The Old Stone Church Cemetery (Beaverton) in the spring.

Donations to Diabetes Canada or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

May 9, 1939 - December 28, 2023

Passed away peacefully on December 28th, 2023.

Survived by his wife Patricia Stephenson of Newcastle ON, his daughter Melanie Helpard (Dave Cudlip, 2020) of Montreal QC, his sister Elsbeth Yada (Shane Yada, 2016) of Victoria BC, many nieces, nephews and friends.

Predeceased by his parents, Alice Ethel Brown and Raymond Helpard, Halifax NS, his sister Ann and brother-in-law The Honourable Fintan Aylward, St. John’s NL sister Colleen Abdullah, Mahone Bay NS, and his former wife Angela Sidor.

Lynn was born in Halifax NS on May 9th, 1939. He attended St. Mary’s University in Halifax.

During university, Lynn was enrolled in the University Naval Training Division. And so began his love of the sea. His career began in advertising at CFCF TV, Montreal.

In the 60’s, Lynn worked his way up through the ranks to be President of FMBJ Worldwide Advertising Agency. In the 80s, Lynn created and founded Helpard Publishing. He then moved to Orono, Ontario to expand his publishing business.

He was the founder and publisher of World of Wheels, Canadian Auto World, Plant & Garden and numerous other publications. Lynn was a real car buff. He has driven just about everything, as well as, owning several vintage cars, including his prize 1991 Rolls Royce Silver Spur.

Lynn lived every moment to the fullest. His retirement summers were spent at his home in NS and on his sail boat, his winters were enjoyed in Florida. He had an incredible zest for life and enjoyed every conversation, every chance meeting, and every new friendship.

Everyday was an opportunity for a new adventure to be appreciated and enjoyed with friends and family. The family would like to thank Dr. W. Lottering and the staff at Bowmanville Creek Residence for their care and kindness. Lynn’s funeral will be held in late May at a date to be determined.

A Catholic funeral will be at St. Francis of Assisi in Newcastle followed by a celebration of his incredible life.

Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME , Celebration of life information will be available in the near future.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lynn may be made to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Foundation-Surgical Oncology.

Online condolences can be made at armstrongfh.ca .

November 8, 1942 – December 22, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Leo Alic on December 22, 2023 at Peterborough Regional Health Centre.

Leo was a quiet man, sensitive, loyal to family, a good neighbour, and a hard worker his entire life. He showed his love by sharing his talents for carpentry, home repair, and his general ability to fix anything. He gave assistance generously to anyone who needed it and was known as the neighborhood handyman for many years. Evidence of his talents grace the homes of his family and many neighbours.

Family was important to Leo, whether near or back home in Slovenia. We never doubted his love or his pride in his family.

Born in Sveti Duh, Slovenia, Leo came to Canada in his late teens with his family. He worked at General Motors in Oshawa for 34 years and retired at the age of 55.

Leo was predeceased by his father Leo, his mother Franciska, and his sister Margaret. He is survived by his wife Frieda of 56 years, daughters Christine, Michelle (Jeremy), grandchildren Sarah (Jake) and Emily, his brother Andrew, nieces, nephews, and cousins in Canada and Slovenia. He will be missed greatly by friends and neighbours.

We extend our gratitude to the nurses, doctors, and PSWs at Streamway Villa in Cobourg, and Peterborough Regional Health Centre’s GABU floor. Your care and compassion has made this journey a little easier.

Leo chose to leave this life as quietly as he lived it and did not want a traditional funeral. A celebration of life will be announced in January.

If you wish to honor Leo donations to the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region would be appreciated, or plant a tree in his memory.

Leo loved a good walk in the forest.

Lois Elinor Sprackett (nee Thompson), born in 1929, passed away peacefully in Oshawa on December 12, 2023.

Lois was a devoted and loving mother who taught her children to care for those less fortunate and file mistakes under “E for experience”.

She had a quick wit, and a great imagination and curiosity about people and the world.

Lois had a true affection for animals, especially her beloved cats Princess, Abby and Molly. She grew up in the small hamlet of St. Ola, north of Madoc, and spent her childhood living with her parents Clarence “Thompy” Thompson and Gladys (nee Morton) on her maternal grandparents' small farm.

After graduating high school in Madoc, Lois became a teacher in a one-room schoolhouse in Wollaston Township. Lois and her late ex-husband Ted and their children moved many times due to Ted's work with CNR.

It was not easy for Lois, as the moves were too frequent to get comfortably settled into the new communities. When their marriage ended in 1986, Lois built a new independent life for herself.

She graduated as a Health Care Aid and worked in Durham Region until she was older than many of her clients! She became a familiar figure during her 25 years on Orchardview Blvd. in Oshawa on her daily trips to the shops with her cart, in all weather.

Lois was predeceased by her son Dan. She is dearly loved and missed by her children Tony, John (Anne), Kelly (Bob) and grandchildren Zac (Emely), Luna, Eliza, Taylor and Riley (Barron); great grandchildren Kieren, Kaeli, Dexter, Harlan, Amity, Cleya Elinor, Nicholas, Cleo, and Mia.

Lois' family thanks the staff and residents at Cedarcroft Retirement Residence, along with her Personal Support Workers from Paramed, for their help and kindness in assisting her to live with dignity and a healthy degree of independence in her last years. No service has been scheduled at this time.

Cremation arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905) 433-5558. Online condolences can be shared at makfuneralhome.com.

Peacefully at Victoria Manor in Lindsay on Thursday December 7, 2023 in her 89th year.

Lois, predeceased by Clifford, her husband of 61 years.

Loving mother to her four daughters: Karen Millman (Warren Dexter), Judy Sanders (Perry), Janice Holland (Steve), Debbie Kea (Morgan Gerrish).

Grandmother to nine and Great Grandmother to nine. Lois lived in Leaskdale for 62 years. At her request, no funeral service will be held.

A private family graveside service will be held at Foster Memorial Cemetery.

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.