It is with great sadness that we announce on the evening of June 28th, 2020, Vittorio passed away at Woodbridge Vista Care Community.Vittorio suffered from mixed dementia (Alzheimer) and pneumonia attributed to Covid-19. At the time of his passing, he was cared for by the staff of Woodbridge Vista, the William Osler Nursing team and the Canadian Armed Forces in support of the Covid-19 pandemic.His family is forever grateful for the caring nurses, PSWs, recreation coordinators and volunteers we all encountered. We are sure if he could have expressed it, he would have said this himself.We want to also acknowledge the many PSWs from Spectrum Health, throughout his journey since diagnosed with early dementia in 2001. They were our extended family and made him smile no matter what the circumstances.Vittorio is survived by his spouse Anna (Nina), his daughter Lina and spouse Silverio, his son Giovanni and spouse Maria, his grandsons Jon, Jason, Vincenzo and Sebastiano. Vittorio immigrated to Canada with Anna from Italy in the 1950s. He was a dedicated labourer and respected within his working life. He was known to be a highly pragmatic, a meticulous worker, and a joy during family gatherings.He spent the first 23 years, in Canada, working his way up as a labourer with the Canadian National Railway eventually landing a position as Chief Foreman for 10 years with VIA Rail at Union Station, in the food services division.Vittorio picked up various other contract jobs over the years as he was known to be a very knowledgeable home builder and tradesman.Both Vittorio and Anna spent their retirement decades together in their homes in Richmond Hill and Whitby prior to entering Woodbridge Vista Long Term Care in 2015. At this time due to COVID-19 restrictions, no memorial service is planned. Vittorio’s remains will be laid to rest at GROVESIDE CEMETERY's “Garden of the Four Seasons” in Whitby. A memorial tree will be planted near by with plaque to commemorate his love for gardening and nature. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that those who wish to honour Vittorio, can make a donation to the Alzheimer Society.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Violet Glanville Beech. After a brief, but courageous battle with cancer, Violet passed peacefully at her home on Friday June 12, 2020 at the age of 81.Beloved wife of Ross, proud mother of Mark (Stephanie) and Garry (Elizabeth), and cherished grandmother of Sara, Jacob and Brandon.Dear sister of Marjorie (Victor), Arthur (Vera), Clifton, Winston (Linda), Annette (Jack) and Judy (Louis) and all her nieces and nephews both here in Canada and Barbados.Violet will be greatly missed for her wonderful spirit, her love of great laughs, family parties and beloved birds.Due to present day circumstances, a private family graveside service will take place with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice.

(January 31, 1930 – May 30, 2020)It is with great sadness the Brown family announces Vera’s passing, with her family by her side, at West Shore Village, Port Perry on Saturday, May 30, 2020 in her 91st year.Beloved wife of the late Bill Brown. Loving mother of Dorothy (Dennis) and Charlie (Natalie).Cherished grandmother of Jeremy, Justen, Susie, Taylor and Melisa. Vera was also treasured by her many great grandchildren. She was the dear sister of Hal Butler and will be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, other family and friends.Vera was a longtime member of the United Church Women, volunteered at the Utica Hall, was very active in the community in many leadership roles. She loved to curl and golf. She was also a correspondent for the Uxbridge Times Journal and Port Perry Star, providing the Utica News. Due to the restrictions in place because of Covid-19, a private family only graveside service will be held in Utica.In lieu of flowers, donations in Vera’s memory to the Port Perry United Church, the Utica Cemetery Board, or the Port Perry Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

Passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Wednesday April 22nd 2020 at the age of 75. She was healthy and full of life. She walked over 10, 000 steps every day and got in bike rides in her neighbourhood when she could. Jason and Kelley talked to her via FaceTime 2-3 times a day each. Her passing was unexpected and a shock to the family. Loving mother of Jason Nicholl of Pickering and Kelley Grose and her husband Tim of Brooklin.Grandmother of Kai and Skyley whom she adored and actively participated in every stage of their life.Valerie will be forever missed by her grand-pups Diesel and Chewy. Survived by her sister Dorothy Kast and her husband John along with her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother Malcolm and her husband James. Valerie loved her family, her extended family her dear friends and neighbours. She was the most kind, caring, beautiful person with the biggest heart. She will be missed every second of everyday. We cannot imagine life with her not in it but will hold onto our memories and moments we shared together forever. She was not only our best friend but we were lucky to call her Mom / Gramma. The next time you are out for a walk or a bike ride with the sun shining think of her as she will be right be beside you. We love you Grams, loads of huggy bears and kissey faces always and foreverIn memory of Valerie memorial donations to SickKids would be appreciated.

March 10, 1921 - April 6, 2020 It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Vern Wright in Lakeridge Health Oshawa, Palliative Wing, at 99 years of age. Vern was the beloved husband of Ruth (Clark) for 68 years, predeceased by his first wife Noreen (Wilson) in 1948, and his sister Eileen and brother-in-law Alfred Statham. He was the loving father of Doug (Leena) in British Columbia; Bob (Norma) in Wellington Ontario; Marion (Jody) in Melbourne, Ontario; Don (Sandra) in Oshawa, Ontario with 7 grandchildren and many great grandchildren, loved by many nieces and nephews. Vern served with the RCAF Whaler Squadron Bomber Reconnaissance in Yarmouth, NS and Torbay, Nfld during WWII. He was a loyal employee of Bell Canada for 37 years.Vern was involved with several singing groups for over 70 years and was a soloist often, with no formal training. Vern enjoyed “tinkering” in his workshop. If you needed a tool that didn’t exist, he could make it; if it was broken, he could probably fix it! Travelling as a family and then with his best friend, Ruth (throughout North America and then Europe) was a favourite pastime—photographing everything on the way. Retirement was spent in Fenelon Falls and was almost as many years as he worked when he lived in Oshawa.“I’ve never regretted our move to Fenelon Falls”, but after 35 years, it was time to move back. Thank you to the home care team, Dr. McAllister and the supportive team at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local food bank would be appreciated. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.