Eunice Mabel English
Passed away at home on January 30th, 2023 at the age of 84 years.
Beloved spouse of the late Ellwood Hawes.
Dear mother of Trudy (Willi), Lila (Brian), Dirk (Lorraine), Gay (John), Roy (Debbie) and Harold (Jeana). Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Dear sister of Vivian & Joanne.
She will be sadly missed by the love of her life, her fur baby Nipper.
At Eunice’s request no services are being held.
Elfriede Drozda
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, January 29th, 2023 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in her 92nd year.
Loving wife of the late Frank Drozda.
Cherished mother of Linda (Peter, predeceased), Frank (Debbie) and Trudy (John).
Proud Oma of Robert (Tanya), Jochen (Melissa), Michael (Jessica), David (Laura), Stephanie (Tim), Richard, Brian (Frances) and Brittany (Derek).
Great-Oma to 13 great-grandchildren.
She will be greatly missed by extended family and friends.
A cremation has taken place and she will be laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery in Whitby, ON.
Elisabeth vanGennip
October 1937 - January 2023
On January 27th, 2023, Elisabeth, loving and devoted wife of Andreas.
Loving mother of John (Melissa), Mike, Andy (Kim), Rick, Donna (Rob) and Dave (Shannon).
Cherished Oma of many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Elisabeth is also survived by her three brothers and two sisters, Dirk vanStaveren (Rose), Jan vanStaveren (the late Tini),Ann vanStaveren-Meijer (Ger), Peter vanStaveren (Saida), Ria vanStaveren-de Leeuw (Hans) and the late Elly Heuser-vanStaveren (the late Ted).
Arrangements with the Accettone Funeral Home, Ajax.
Eileen Mabel Sourisseau
1925 - 2023
Eileen passed away peacefully on January 26, 2023 after a short stay in long term care at Fairview Lodge in her 97th year.
Predeceased by her husband Eugene, son Robert, and her seven siblings.
Loving mother to Suzanne, Adele (Bryon), and David (Brenda).
Survived by her grandchildren Heather (Robert), Steve (Julia), Kailey, Kalman (Nadien), Russell (Jill), Mark (Malin), Ronnie (Renee), and Jordan. Great grandmother to 15.
After WWII, Eileen worked as a receptionist on the RCAF base in Trenton where she met the love of her life, Eugene. Married in 1948, they moved around Canada while building their family.
They settled in Beloiel, Quebec in 1963 and eventually moved to Pickering in 1995.
Eileen loved playing bridge, line dancing, and completing jigsaw puzzles. Family and friends from all chapters of her long life were of utmost importance to Eileen. She will be remembered by all for her kind heart, open mind, and gentle nature.
Memorial visitation will take place at McEachnie Funeral Home (28 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax) on Tuesday, February 7th from 3 – 7 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church (1448 Finch Ave, Pickering) on Wednesday, February 8th at 10:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wounded Warriors Canada.
Elaine Marie-Paule Lafontaine
Suddenly in her home on Wednesday January 25th, 2023, at the age of 75.
Beloved Mom of Sara. Devoted Mami of Avianna.
Caring daughter of Esther and the late Paul.
Treasured stepsister of Lee-Ann, Vicki, and Debbie.
Elaine will be missed by many extended family and friends.
Elaine loved her faith, history, language activities and volunteering her time to help children read.
Relatives and friends are invited to McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday February 5th, 2023 for a Memorial Gathering from 2 – 4 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Elaine to Aid to the Church in Need Canada or Denise House would be appreciated.
Online condolences can be made at makfuneralhome.com .
Elisabeth Kreiter
February 18, 1922 - January 22, 2023
Peacefully, at Cedarbrook Lodge Retirement Residence, on January 22nd, in her 101st year.
Born in Lovrin, Romania, she immigrated to Canada as a child, returned to Europe in 1939, resettling in Toronto in 1953.
Predeceased in 2009 by her loving husband, William, of 60 years.
She is survived by daughters, Marlene and Karen (Ron); grandchildren, Tony (Ana), Filomena (Andrew), Chris (Monica), Lina (Gianni), Nick (Melissa), William (Sandy), Eric (Stephanie), and Kurt; and great-grandchildren, Owen, Esme, Logan, Ryan, Asta and Sabine.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Scarborough Health Network are encouraged.
The Funeral will be held on Friday, February 3rd, at THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, with Visitation at 10 a.m., Service at 11 a.m., followed by a Reception.
To attend the funeral service virtually via zoom. Please visit: https://mountpleasantgroup.zoom.us/j/64849465578?pwd=c3liYnVHeHRFcG4wZFEwV2FPWENEQT09 .
Please visit her memorial page at: etouch.ca .
Elizabeth Nagy
It is with profound sadness that the family of Elizabeth Nagy, born July 12, 1941, in Glasgow Scotland, and passed away peacefully on January 18, 2023, at the age of 81.
Predeceased by her husband Leslie, and her sister Jackie. Survived by her loving daughter Sophia, and son Leslie (Lorna). She fondly adored her grand children Theresa, Elyse, Emily, and Erica, who will forever cherish and remember her.
Close at heart are her Great grandchildren Jacob, Sebastian, Frederic, Louisa, and Audrey. She is Survived by her sister Evelyn (Ken), June, Wynn, and Muriel (Sid).
Will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends in Canada and Scotland, and Hungary.
She was blessed with a beautiful spirit, so tender, loving and kind.
Her gentle unselfish and generous soul will always be remembered. A bright star now sparkles from up above.
As were Liz’ wish, a private cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations to the Parkinson’s foundation would be appreciated.
Ernst Hugo “Ernie” Kairies
AUGUST 10, 1943 – JANUARY 15, 2023
Suddenly, at home on January 15, 2023 in his 80th year.
Predeceased by his loving parents Johann and Anna Kairies and his dear sisters Olga, Hilda and Ona as well as his nephew Eddie and niece Angela.
Survived by his niece Irene.
Cremation has taken place. Interment Union Cemetery at a later date.
As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Lakeridge Health Centre – Oshawa will be appreciated.
Condolences – Oshawafuneralhome.com .
Edgar William Baines
1934 - 2023
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Edgar Baines at Lakeridge Health Hospital in Ajax, Ontario, on January 16, 2023.
Ed was in his 88th year and, after a series of health issues, he finally succumbed and passed peacefully in his sleep with family at his bedside.
Loving partner of Lila Levy and devoted father of Mark Baines (Laurie). Lovingly remembered by sister Jackie and her family. Proud Grandpa of Bob (Sara), Mackenzie (Nolan), Michael (Miriam), and Brian (Megan). Great Grandpa to Sienna, Emi and Atom. Predeceased by his parents, Oz and Bernice and step-children Glen and Susie (Bill).
Ed was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario and moved to Toronto to pursue his career in teaching. He was a teacher and then Vice-Principal at various elementary schools and was well loved by staff and students alike.
Ed’s warm heart, kind and infectious smile, and his love of life will be deeply missed by his family and friends. We love and miss you, Ed! Special thanks to their caregivers Sara, Marah, Alison, and Rebecca for their support and compassion for Ed and his family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ed’s memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada.
At his request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends at a later date.
Edward Kowalczyk
August 19, 1955 - January 9th, 2023
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa with family at his side, on Monday January 09, 2023 in his 67th year.
Dear father of Boston and wife Christy, he will always be lovingly remembered by his granddaughters, Audrey and Anna, as Grandpa Eddy.
Brother to Helen and uncle to Brook; Ed always put others first, taking care of his sister even though he was ill himself.
Ed was an avid gardener, but even a bigger hockey fan, loving everything to do with the Boston Bruins, even naming his son after the team.
Throughout the years, Ed attended NHL games across North America and owned a hockey card store. Ed helped build the world’s largest hockey stick, and travelled the country showing it off for others to enjoy. Ed was very involved with helping the community and will forever be remembered for this.
Ed was a founding member of the “Save our Oshawa Generals” campaign to keep the team in the city and helping them get their new arena downtown.
Ed attended council meetings and ran for Mayor of Oshawa to help promote the campaign which also sought to revitalize the downtown and better the community.
Ed was former Chairperson to NASC Hockey and volunteered years of time helping children’s sports in Oshawa; through Storie Park and running the Checker’s Hockey Tournament.
Ed was a fixture at arenas across the city, especially the Civic Auditorium. Ed was a lifelong City of Oshawa employee providing over 35 years of service in various positions. Most fittingly, he was a Zamboni driver for most of his career.
Ed was well respected throughout the City making lifelong friends while there.
Ed operated College Hill Tours providing bus service to various sporting events and concerts. He was also the founder of the Oshawa Men’s Ball Hockey League.
Ed’s positive attitude and commitment to the community will always be remembered.
His wishes were to not have a funeral, however a celebration of life will be held at a place that is very dear to him, Storie Park, 101 Mill St, Oshawa on Saturday, February 11th between 12 and 3.
Ed will be laid to rest with his parents at St. Wolodymyr & St. Olha Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation in Ed’s honour to ‘Oshawa NASC Hockey’ which will be put forward to the players assistance fund.
Donations will be collected at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King St E, Oshawa.
Online condolences may be made at armstrongfh.ca .