Scott Douglas Anderson
After a short battle with cancer, Scott Douglas Anderson passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa hospital on January 6th, 2024, with his wife Gloria and son Ian by his side.
Scott was an angel on this earth for 59 years and was called to heaven far too early.
Scott was survived by his wife of over 30 years, Gloria Anderson and his son Ian, as well as an abundance of extended family and ‘just like family’ friends.
His loved ones were the center of his universe, and we are all very humbled to have been a part of it.
Scott certainly was one of a kind. There was never a dull moment when he was in a room with his larger-than-life personality. He would scream someone’s name or break out in song and dance using his exceptional dance moves just because he wanted to.
His family and neighborhood will never be the same. He was our gentle giant, lover of the Toronto Maple Leaf’s and a friend to all. Garage door up meant he was open for business, whatever that may be! He will be greatly missed by all but will never be forgotten.
A celebration of life will be held to honor his memory.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Lakeridge Health Oshawa or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Sharon Marie Fernley
September 3, 1942 - January 2, 2024
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering after a brief illness.
Beloved wife of the late Edward (Ted).
Loving mother to Karen (Dan).
Doting grandmother to Adam, Matthew, Jacob and Isabelle.
Pre-deceased by her brother Bernard and remembered fondly by her nephew Chris White.
Sharon will be dearly missed by extended family and friends.
As per Sharon’s wishes, there will be no formal service.
A private family graveside will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Shari Gobin
Peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday December 31st 2023, at the age of 60.
Beloved wife of Randy (40 years).
Loving mother of Marty, and Stefanie.
Dear sister of Kathy (Peter), Joel Jr. (Lara). Sister-in-law of Cathy (Fred).
Cherished Aunt of Megan, Peter Joel, Joel III, Ryan, Brandon, and Jodi.
Beloved daughter of Lise and the late Joel.
Daughter in law of Judy and the late Ray. Shari will be lovingly remembered by her colleagues, neighbours, and friends, whom always felt like family.
Visitation will be held at the DeStefano Funeral Home 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa on Thursday January 4th, 2024, from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. Memories and tributes will be shared at 6:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Princess Margaret Cancer Research or the Humane Society of Durham Region.
Sofka Domazetovski
Sofka was a caring wife, mother, mother in law, baba, great baba, sister, and friend. She left this world peacefully on December 29, 2023 at age 86.
She was born to Velika and Riste Sekulovski on February 10, 1937.
She married her beloved husband Mitre in 1956 and started their beautiful family.
Sofka loved spending time in the kitchen, crocheting blankets and slippers for her family and celebrating holidays with all her loved ones.
Sofka is survived by her loving daughter Lila (Petko) and Son Steve (Richie).
Proud grandmother to Vesna (Tudor), Steve (Connie), Kristina (Julius). Doting great grandmother to Max and John.
Dear sister to Dana. Sofka was predeceased by her husband Mitre of 43 years, Mom Velika, Father Riste and Sister Trajanka.
She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
Donations to Diabetes Canada would be appreciated by the family.
Shirley Lorraine James
MAY 15, 1930 – DECEMBER 27, 2023
Shirley Lorraine James, born on May 15, 1930, peacefully left this world on December 27, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family.
Shirley is survived by her loving son, Ted, and her devoted daughter, Heather.
Her grandchildren, Angela (Mark), Adam (Steph), Nicole, and Brandon, were the light of her later years, and her great-grandchildren, Emily, Mackenzie, Natalija, Abigail, Aden, and Austin, were a constant source of joy in her life.
Shirley was predeceased by her husband, Fred, her son Scott and grandson Justin, and their memories were held close to her heart. Shirley was a devoted Christian and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She was a pillar of strength for her family, providing unwavering support and unconditional love, and her quick wit and generous nature touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and resilience that will continue to inspire generations to come.
A celebration of Shirley's life will be held on Friday January 5, 2024 at 1:30 pm at COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre in Shirley's honor. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.
May she rest in eternal peace, reunited with her loved ones who went before her in Heaven.
Sandra Mary Osborne
Sandy to those who knew her best, passed away suddenly on December 20, 2023, at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, surrounded by her loving family.
Sandy is preceded in death by her mother and father, Kathleen and Percy Hopkins and her brother Ray.
She is survived by her loving children Kym Meisner (Ray) and David Osborne (Amy Walburn) and four granddaughters -Alexandra and Taylor Meisner, and Parker and Hollan Osborne who learned so much from her and will miss her dearly.
She was a graduate of O’Neill Collegiate in Oshawa, and after a year at Durham Business College, she traveled Canada with one of her lifelong friends, Joan Hill.
She went on to hold jobs at Bell Canada, Cole of California, and General Motors where she worked until her eventual retirement in 2005.
Sandy made many lifelong friends throughout her career, particularly at GM. She lived 32 years in her beloved home (her little castle) and neighborhood in Courtice where she was an amazing neighbor and good friend to all.
She was an active member of Kingsview United Church and cherished the many friendships she made through the weekly services and afternoon card games.
She loved to travel, read, knit and make people laugh with her stories.
In speaking with many people after her passing, one common thread remains, “Sandy had the biggest smile and the warmest heart.”
Sandy’s Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, January 6th at the Oshawa Golf & Curling Club (160 Alexandra St, Oshawa). The celebration will commence at 1:00 PM, with a few speeches beginning at 2:00 and food and beverages being served at 2:30.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honour to either St. Michael’s Hospital (in honour the of the compassionate medical team that supported her) or the SPCA (in honour of Sandy’s love for animals).
Sage Kaaz
Unexpectedly passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023, in Toronto.
Sage was the loving son of Jason Kaaz (2010) and Sasha Benlisa (Sebastian).
Cherished Grandson of Ruth and Harold Kaaz, and Larry and Leslie Benlisa.
He will be loved and missed dearly by his aunts Angie (Louis) and Natalie, and his uncle Marc (Bessyie), and their families.
Visitation will take place at the Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. until time of Service in the Chapel at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME.
If desired, memorial donations to the CAMH would be appreciated by the family.
Shirley Mary Whitehouse
August 14, 1944 - December 12, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Whitehouse, on December 12, 2023, peacefully, at home, at the age of 79.
Predeceased by her husband, Ken; mother, Hilda English; siblings, Edna (Roger) and Claude; and her beloved cat, Molly.
She is survived by her nieces and nephew, Kim (Mike), Andy, Angela (Todd) and Diane (Brian).
She will be greatly missed by her 16 great-nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service takes place on December 22, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. at SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE - PICKERING, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, ON. Visitation commences at 11:00 a.m.
Salvatore Paulo Cannata
Passed away peacefully in his sleep, with his son by his side, on Monday December 11, 2023, at the Oak Ridges Hospice in Port Perry at age 70.
Loving husband of Susan Sisson.
Beloved Dad of Michael and his wife D, Christine and her husband Ron, and step-father of Emily.
Grandfather of Jackson & Madeline, and Grampy of Jillian. Sam will be missed by his many friends, and extended family. Private arrangements in Cannington.
If desired memorial donations may be made to the Oak Ridges Hospice.
Sebastian Teck Ping Chin
Sebastian was born on January 14, 1945 in Kuala Belait, Brunei to parents Lawrence Yeun Fatt Chin and Agnes Lieu.
Surrounded by family, Sebastian passed away on December 9, 2023 in Ajax after a sudden decline in health.
Sebastian is survived by his loving wife, Guat-Nogh Soon, his daughters Nora (Mark), Sarah and Stephanie (Stephen), grandchildren Alimah and Naia and brother Raymond.
He is predeceased by his former wife, Miriam and siblings Helen, Louis and John.
Sebastian attended university in London, England where he met and married Miriam.
They moved to Singapore and had 2 daughters, Nora and Sarah. In 1981, they immigrated to Canada and had a third daughter, Stephanie.
Sebastian and Guat-Nogh first met in Brunei before life took them on different paths.
Years later, they reconnected and married in 2001. In his younger years, Sebastian was an athlete and played tennis, soccer and swimming.
His love of sports continued throughout his life as an avid Raptors and World Cup fan.
He began his career as an accountant before working in the hospitality industry.
With that, he was always happy to share his love of food with family, especially during Sunday dim sum.
A proud father and grandfather who loved to laugh, Sebastian will be deeply missed by his family.
Private funeral arrangements.