Sharon Staples
In the early hours of Saturday, December 9th, Sharon Staples passed away peacefully after a short, but determined, battle with cancer.
Sharon was born on September 9, 1946 in Bowmanville.
She was raised in Orono on the Tamlane Farm by her parents, Carlos and Mary Tamblyn, along with her brothers Bill and Paul.
Sharon is survived by her incredible husband of 53 years, David Staples.
Sharon attended Peterborough Teacher’s College.
She later met David teaching at Lord Elgin Public School in Bowmanville, where she taught for 33 years.
Sharon touched the lives of so many students and colleagues.
Sharon is also survived by her two wonderful children, Aaron and Alecia, who carry on the teaching legacy, and their respective partners, Megan and Jonathan.
She is also survived by her two beautiful grandchildren, Oliver and Elliott, who were the light of her life. We’ll celebrate Sharon’s remarkable life and legacy at a celebration of life in the spring of 2024.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Clarington East Foodbank.
Shaun James Hemlow
September 27, 1977 - December 4, 2023
Suddenly passed away on December 4, 2023 at age 46.
Will be missed by his sons Gauge, Brendan, and Brandon (and his family).
Life partner of Sarah Cameron. Dear brother of Ken, Shelley, and Jeanine.
Son of the late Michelle Klassen and Ken Hemlow Sr. Predeceased by his grandparents June & Mick.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 12-1 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa).
A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 1 p.m.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Susan Evelyn Underwood
February 5, 1950 - December 5, 2023
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 5th, 2023 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Susan, in her 74th year, leaves behind her husband David, her children Allison Erb (Philip) and Erica Underwood-MacGillivray (Jonathan).
Adored grandmother of Owen, Norah, Lucas & Rory.
Dear sister of Cathy Churton (Phil) and Robin Underwood.
Sister-in-law of Peter Underwood (Janet).
Lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and many cherished friends.
Susan was an incredible artist with a passion for all aspects of the craft.
Proud teacher of more than 30 years with the Durham Board of Education.
Pastimes include travel, winters in Florida, sailing, family vacations in Canada and Europe.
Please join with the family to share memories and reflections of Susan on Sunday December 17th from 1pm to 4pm for Memorial Visitation and refreshments at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Susan to Simcoe Hall Settlement House, or The Refuge, would be greatly appreciated by the family.
For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Susan Marie Edmunds
Known affectionately as Sue, was born on February 2nd, 1957, in Scarborough, Ontario.
Sue was an incredibly strong woman with a sense of bravery and courage that was only surpassed by her great love for her family and animals.
Sue was a warm and generous soul who easily turned strangers into friends, a gift she passed on to her son. A conversation with Sue was always full of warmth, humor, and hope, even on her darkest days as she approached the end of her battle with cancer.
Sadly, Sue passed away in her sleep on December 3, 2023.
Sue will always be remembered as the loving mother to her only son, Allen John (Sharri), loving grandmother to her three grandchildren, Josiah Michael, Aeyanah Micayela, and Jeremiah Micah, and best friend of her siblings, John (Josephine) Hall, Mary-Beth Hall, Laurie Hall and Theresa David (nee Hall).
Sue also leaves behind her many nieces (Melinda, Mary, Josephine, Stephanie, Samantha, Amber, Sarah and Leona), nephew (Christopher, Garo and Paul) as well as her great-niece Andrea (Nathaniel), and great-nephews (Sonny, Jaden, Emilio, Nickolas, and Amari).
Sue is pre-deceased by her parents Albert Hall and Mary Hall (nee Conlon).
Though she is no longer a phone call away, Sue lives on in our hearts. Gone but never forgotten.
Arrangements with Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.
Rest in Peace.
Stewart “Stew” Ponton
Arthur Stewart Ponton of Uxbridge, Ontario passed away at home on Saturday December 2, 2023 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 86 years.
Stewart is survived by Gail, his devoted children; Monte Ponton and his wife Sharon Griffith (Ottawa, Ontario), Kelly Rowland (Amherst, Nova Scotia), Christie Sherman (Jacksonville, Florida), Tim Ponton and his wife Jan (Okotoks, Alberta).
Cherished grandfather of Jason Ponton (Uxbridge, Ontario), Daniel Ponton (Oshawa, Ontario), Sarah Ponton (Toronto, Ontario), Joshua Ponton (Ottawa, Ontario),Hannah Ponton (Ottawa, Ontario), Rachel Ponton (Ottawa Ontario), Brad Anderson (Winnipeg, Manitoba) Jeffrey Sherman (Jacksonville, Florida), Kelly Blanco (Jacksonville, Florida), Richelle Ponton (Calgary, Alberta) & Rileigh Chapman (Calgary,Alberta).
Also fondly remembered by 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Art and Georgina and his brother Bob.
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Stew’s life will be held at a later day.
Stan Rogers
APRIL 1, 1933 – DECEMBER 1, 2023
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, December 1st, 2023 at 90 years of age.
Beloved husband of the late Irene.
Cherished father aka “Arch” of Sharon and Frank Hatch, Sue and Danny Balson, Deb and Bill Pigeau and Penny and Lorne Vennor.
Devoted Grandfather (aka Punker, Poppa) of Billy, Jennifer, Dave, Ron, Lori, Ryan, Jamie and great grandfather and great great grandfather to many.
Survived by his brother Bob and predeceased by his sister Dorie.
Stan will be fondly remembered by his extended family and friends.
Celebration of Life will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, December 7th from 5 – 7 p.m.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be made to oshawafuneralhome.com .
Suzanne ‘Sue’ Williams
November 16, 1934 - November 29, 2023
Sue passed away in Uxbridge, ON following a defiant three-year confrontation with vascular dementia.
Born in Vancouver, BC, to Maj. John Guy and Suey Mary (nee Somers) Henderson, Sue spent her childhood exploring Stanley Park and every public library she could find.
After moving to Toronto, she married L. Col. John T. Williams, her best friend of 45 years, who predeceased her in 2001.
Sue was a lifelong volunteer, serving, among other groups, the ACW at Christ Church Deer Park in Toronto, where she helped needlepoint the Benedicite Kneelers.
As National President of IODE, she had the opportunity to travel Canada's North overseeing many projects supporting Indigenous children.
After retiring to Victoria, BC, she redirected her energy to Newcomers and to St. Paul's church in Esquimalt, where she served as a warden, gardener and avid member of the craft group.
Sue is remembered for her dry wit, quick intellect and immense creativity.
Though she never considered herself an artist, the thousands of stunning greeting cards, paintings, sweaters, needlepoints and woven baskets that survive her suggest otherwise.
She is fondly remembered by her children Elizabeth (Jonathan) and Guy, along with her grandsons Simon, Benjamin, Gavin and Hunter.
She is missed by her great granddaughter, Lillian, and dear friends Molly, Jean and Marilyn. Cremation has taken place.
Celebrations of Life will be held next Spring in Toronto and Victoria.
In memoriam donations may be made in support of Sue's love of cats and public libraries.
Special thanks to the staff at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital.
Sylvia Jones
Passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at the age of 89.
Loving wife and best friend of the late Edward A. Jones for 62 years.
Survived by her children, Debbie (David) Lagzdin, Wendy (Peter) Marsh and Victor Jones (Tonya).
Grandmother of Rox Hayward, Andrew (Beatrice) and Rebecca; great-grandmother of Henry, Charlotte and Sophie. She was predeceased by her son, Lorne Jones (1988).
As per Sylvia's wishes, no services will be held and burial arrangements with Mount Lawn Funeral Home, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, ON.
Shawn Willet
October 21, 1977 - November 24, 2023
It is with deep sadness to share that Shawn Willett passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa Hospital on Friday, November 24, 2023 at the age of 46.
Beloved husband of Jacqueline Willett (Horruzey) and will be missed by his loyal Husky, Nya.
Dear brother to Katherine (Wes), Dale (Wyatt) and Jeff.
Truly loved by his mother and father-in-law, Tom and JoAnne Horruzey. His sister-in-laws, Amanda Regular and Sara Horruzey already miss him.
Shawn was a proud uncle to Gavin, Grayson, Ella, Easton and Emery.
He was so proud to be God Father to Olivia Smith. Shawn will be deeply missed by his extended family and friends.
A Celebration of Shawn’s Life will take at place at THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa 905-579-6787) on Friday December 1, 2023 at 2pm with visitation from 1pm-2pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada.
Sheila Jean Rooney
DECEMBER 13 , 1924 – NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Peacefully at her residence on Friday, November 17th, 2023, just shy of her 99th Birthday.
Beloved wife of the late Ernest.
Mother of Phillip (predeceased) (Donna), Robyn (Cris) and Terry (Louise).
Nanny to Phillip (Angee), Steven, Cherise, Ryan (Jamie), Matt (Kristen), Kyle (Alexandra) and many great grandchildren.
She will be fondly remembered by her extended family and friends in Canada and England.
Visitation will be held at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) on Thursday, November 30th, from 9:30 a.m. until time of Service in the Chapel at 10:30 a.m.
Memorial donations Loyal Rescue (cheques only) or Charity of Choice would be appreciated.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at courticefuneralchapel.com for the Rooney family.