(December 20, 1938 - October 16, 2020)Passed away peacefully at the age of 81, with his family and oldest friend in attendance.Loving husband of Patricia F. Rudik, to whom he has been married for 57 years. Father of Patricia F. M. Rudik and Victor W. J. Rudik.Former town counsellor of Pickering, where he lived all but a few years of his life.Retired from the Ontario Government after 26 years, where he led the creation of the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act and helped bring the Ontario government into the Internet age.He was a 46-year member of the Whitby Yacht Club, where he enjoyed many years of sailing and socializing, and was the longest serving member of the Board of Directors and four-time Commodore.He will be missed by his many friends from all aspects of his life. Private family Memorial Service.In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Canadian Mesothelioma Foundation at https://www.cmfonline.org/.

(Long time member of St. Matthew’s Anglican Church) Peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on September 8th, 2020, in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving mother of Richard and Heather Dewell and Joan and Glen Oickle. Proud Grandma of Joshua and Nathaniel Dewell, Melinda and Grant Sutherland, Jessica and Chris Lemieux. Cherished GG of Kale and Elle Sutherland and Asher Lemieux. Dear Aunt of Judy and Harold Schroeder, Gary and Faith Bellisle, Carole and Doug Gibbs and Stephen and Heather Ball. Remembered by many in Oshawa and Athens/Charleston Lake. Verna’s life centered around her family, St. Matthew’s and her special place - The Cottage! Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service for Verna on Saturday September 12th, 2020 at 1:00 pm at Mount Lawn Cemetery (21 Garrard Rd., Whitby). (Attendees will meet in the cemetery parking lot). Due to the pandemic, a mask/facial covering is mandatory. In lieu of flowers, she requested memorial donations be made in her memory to St. Matthew’s Anglican Church (135 Wilson Rd S., Oshawa L1H 6B9). Funeral 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 .

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Verna Harrison-Dolson on Friday August 28, 2020 after a brief illness.Verna passed peacefully at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital surrounded by the love of her family.Born on February 6, 1938, Verna was one of four siblings, Dolly, Sylvia and Carol.She is survived by her husband Don Dolson of 12 years and was predeceased by her husband Robert Harrison of 46 years. She had three daughters, Karen (Tom), Lisa (Olivier), and Jennifer (Farhan) and a stepson Brad (Shelly).Verna was a loving grandmother to 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.Verna lived in the following towns; Uxbridge, Lindsay, Trenton, Belleville and Peterborough, where she was known for her generous volunteer efforts and community spirit.Verna will always be remembered for her love of flower gardening. Creating beautiful things were her passion.The family is planning to honour Verna in a Celebration of Life Ceremony to take place in Spring 2021.We wish to thank all that loved and supported Verna throughout her life.In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada to help cure Lewy Body disease in hounor of Verna’s late husband or to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation.

September 5th, 1931 - August 7th, 2020Passed away peacefully, on Friday, August 7 2020 in her 89th year.Predeceased by her beloved husband Michael.Loving mother of Irena Lytwyn, Mary (David) Semanciw and Olga (James) Boucher.Cherished grandmother of Michael (Wendy), Jeremy (Wendy), Marijka, Natalka; Chris (Jen), Steve (Cassandra); Ridge (Jenn), Tyler, Jason and Elizabeth.Great grandmother of Annette, Stefan, Demyan and Hayden.Thank you to Dr. Gadacz and the supportive staff at St. Demetrius Residence for their excellent care and dedication.Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 from 6-8 p.m. at the (124 King St. E., Oshawa).Panachyda will take place at 7:30 p.m. Please contact the funeral home at 905-433-4711 or ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME to register for the visitation.Masks are required. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 10 a.m. at ST. GEORGE THE GREAT MARTYR UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (42 Lviv Blvd.).Interment to follow at St. Wolodymyr & St. Olha Cemetery.As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Children of Chernobyl Canadian Fund.Online condolences may be left at armstrongfh.ca .

(September 1st, 1952 - July 29th, 2020)It is with heavy hearts the family of Vernon "Gene" Kiyoshk announces his passing on Wednesday July 29th, 2020 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.Gene, in his 68th year, leaves behind his sisters Anna Mae, Ramona, Eva, Verla, Sharon and brothers Robert Jr. and Jonas.Lovingly remembered by his nieces Amanda, Kimberly and nephews Michael, Neil, Daniel and Jeff.Predeceased by his sister Marion and brothers Philip, Joseph, parents Robert Sr & Emily Hadden (nee French) and by his companion Ed O’Neill.Gene was a gifted artist who enjoyed drawing, painting and calligraphy.Friends are welcome to join with the family for visitation on Sunday August 2nd from 1pm to 2pm, followed by a Celebration service in the Chapel on Sunday at 2pm.Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME . Registration is required and masks are mandatory, call 905-433-4711, RSVP on Gene's webpage or email directors@armstrongfh.ca.To share condolences and stories, please visit armstrongfh.ca.