Ernest Rudolph
September 28, 1933 - October 17, 2022
Retired Ironworker, proud member of Ironworkers Local 721)
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Ajax on October 17, 2022 at the age of 89.
Survived by his wife Inge of 63 years.
Loving Dad of Susan Lundrigan (John) and Cindy Weir (Fred).
Cherished Opie David, Ryan, Darren Lundrigan and Jessica Weir.
Great Grandfather of Ryann and Landon.
Ernest will be fondly remembered by his extended family.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Emmanuel Lino Cutajar
1948 - 2022 Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, October 13th, 2022.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Antoinette (1987).
Loving father to Michelle Laurienzo (Shannon) and Mark (Rosie).
Devoted Grandfather to Maritza Laurienzo, Jared Laurienzo, Michelle Lockyer and Joel Lockyer.
Cherished brother to Vince (Marianne) and the late Carmen Sorrell.
Lino will be greatly missed by cousin Gaetano Cremona (Doris), brother-in-law Donald Sorrell and nieces Marilyn, Shelly, Milvia, Rose and his Goddaughter Andrea, extended family and friends.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Ethel Agnes DeSa
On October 12, 2022, Ethel Agnes DeSa, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side at the age of 97.
Agnes was born on February 10, 1925 and had a passion for flowers, especially roses.
Agnes also loved to knit and created many beautiful blankets and scarves for her family as well as the children at Sick Kids Hospital.
Agnes is survived by her children Naomi, Zeloira (Mike), David (Karen), Zanetta (Ron), Frances (Christine), Zev (Sue), Andrew, Mark (Debbie), Wendy (Vincent), 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
A private family funeral will be held.
If desired, the family request that any charitable donation be made to your favourite CHARITY.
Ernest John Albert Taus Jr.
June 3, 1961 - October 5, 2022
Passed away suddenly on October 5, 2022 at his home at the age of 61.
Loving Dad of Rachael Taus (Jason) and Tiffany Taus (Rich).
Cherished grandfather of Zac and Josh.
Beloved son of Shirley and the late Ernest Taus.
Dear brother of Barb, Carl and Lorraine.
Ernie will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.
Free-spirited and always living life his way, he loved to spend his time driving, being outdoors with his dog Shylah and cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs.
He was a past employee of General Motors.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 23, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Alano Club located at 200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Alano Club.
Condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Ellen “Ruth” Speiran
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 9, 2022 in her 98th year at Fairview Lodge, Whitby.
Beloved wife of the late James Speiran.
Loving mother of Ian Speiran and mother-in-law to Catherine.
Proud grandmother to Evan and Charlotte. Loving sister-in-law to Ruth Overton (nee: Speiran) and Theresa Bovair.
Predeceased by her siblings Norva Bender, Clifford Harrison and James Harrison.
Cherished aunt to Jeff (Lisa) and Ellen Overton; Michael (April) and Gary (Val) Walters; and Christopher Harrison. Great aunt to Dawson Overton. Fondly remembered by Paul Litt, Judy Donaldson and Harriette Speiran.
Ruth was an avid reader, gardener, cook, baker, and master of Yorkshire puddings.
A special thank you to all the care staff at Whitby Junction, Fairview Lodge for their compassion and care these last three years.
Arrangments with Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, Whitby.
Interment MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to your favourite CHARITY.
Elizabeth Lois Ashton
January 7, 1930 - October 9, 2022
Passed away at her home in Whitby on Sunday October 9th, 2022 at the age of 92.
Loving wife of Jerry Ashton for 69 years.
Loving mother of Jane Lefebvre and her husband Luc, Susan Greenlaw and her husband Dana, David Ashton and his partner Eileen, Jennifer Kent and her husband Richard.
Cherished Grandmother of Josh, Amy, Megan, David, Katie and Alison.
Great grandmother and great-great grandmother of several.
Survived by her chosen brother Bill Martin and fondly remembered by many close friends.
Private services have been entrusted to Barnes Memorial.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
In memory of Elizabeth memorial donations to Women’s College Hospital or SickKids would be appreciated.
Elizabeth Van Weston
Peacefully after a lengthy illness, at her home in Port Perry, with her family by her side, on Friday, October 7, 2022 at age 81.
Ann (nee Witherstone) beloved wife of Nicolaas “Nick” Van Weston for 66 years.
Loved mother of Peter Van Weston and his wife Charlene of Scugog Island, Rick Van Weston and his wife Frances of Port Perry, Cindy Van Weston of Pickering, Nick Van Weston and Fiona, and David Van Weston of Woodbridge.
Loving grannie of Amanda, Toby, Elizabeth, and Bobby. Great grannie of Kylee.
Dear sister of Ted (deceased) Witherstone and his wife Margaret of London, and the late Linda Witherstone of Peterborough.
Arrangements with Wagg Funeral Home, Port Perry.
If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry United Church Memorial Fund or the Children’s Wish Foundation.
Evangelos “Angelo” Pappas
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday September 16, 2022 at the age of 88.
Predeceased by his loving wife Maria (2019).
Loving father of Helen (Vasil) and Peter.
Adored grandfather of Alexandria (John) and Kevin (Jennifer).
Angelo will also be missed by extended family and friends.
He enjoyed life to the fullest, having laughs with friends at the coffee shop, watching CNN and spending time at the casino, and of course-smoking!
Friends may call at THORNTON CEMETERY and FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road and off of Dryden Blvd, 905-579-6787) on Friday September 23, 2022 for visitation from 11 am until time of Funeral Service at 12 noon in the chapel. Interment will follow.
Donations will be gratefully accepted for Critical Care or Palliative Care at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Expressions of condolence may be left at etouch.ca .
Ernest Frederick Reid
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 6, 2022.
Ernie was the loving husband of Diane (Gildon).
Cherished father of Kimberley Reid (Ted McCollum).
Special grandfather of Martha McCollum (Raymond Michaelis), and Claire McCollum. Great-Grandfather of Charles Michaelis.
Ernie is survived by his siblings Murray “Bud” (Theresa) Reid, and Marlene (Joe) Esposito.
He will be remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends.
Arrangements with the Mangan Funeral Home, Beaverton. Interment Stone Church Cemetery, Beaverton.
If so desired, memorial donations in memory of Ernie to St. Paul’s Anglican Church Beaverton, would be greatly appreciated by the family .
Edmund Arthur Roberts
Edmund Arthur Roberts passed away peacefully at home on Sunday August 21st, 2022 at the age of 77.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Synie, of 55 years, daughters, Priscilla (Steve), Charmaine (Andrew), cherished granddaughter, Diamond, five sisters, one brother and many nieces and nephews.
He was born in the West Indies on September 28, 1944 on the tiny and beautiful island of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to his parents, Evelyn and Soloman Roberts.
The fourth of 10 children, Edmund had a profound love for his family, sisters and brothers.
At the young age of 14, Edmund travelled by freighter to live in England. In his youth, he was a wrestler at school, and an avid cricket player, enjoying the sport throughout his life. He was an amateur snooker player, winning a tournament and a big trophy.
Later in England, he met the love of his life and best friend, Synie, and they married and had two beautiful daughters, Priscilla and Charmaine. They moved to Canada and settled there for the remainder of his life. Later, his eldest daughter, Priscilla, blessed him with the joy of his life, his granddaughter, Diamond.
He was very handy in his youth, and loved to use his skills to build and create many projects. When he was able, he would help a lot of friends finish the basements in their homes, giving them his time sharing his skills, tools and friendship. He was an honest, giving man and had lifelong friends who he kept in touch with often.
Despite a disability caused by a motorcycle accident as a young adult, he worked hard to provide a beautiful life and legacy for his family. Later he was diagnosed with Retinitis Pegmintosa at age 45 and gradually lost most of his eyesight in two decades. In spite of this, he was very courageous and independent throughout the years, repeatedly continuing to make home repairs by feeling them with his hands.
Retiring early from a career as an Injection Moulding Setup Technician, Edmund enjoyed growing gardens, travelling the world and keeping up with current events. He has left his footprints in the sand vacationing on many islands in the Caribbean, and enjoyed spending Canada’s colder winter months in the warm sunshine of his first home, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. His love of gardening showed in his vegetables and prize-winning flowers within the communities he lived in. He would generously cut a plant to gift anyone who admired all that he had grown. He also enjoyed sharing his vegetables with his friends. There are many Ontario and British gardens with flowers and plants that began from cuttings or seeds from Edmund’s gardens.
Many people were sponsored by Edmund and Synie to come to Canada from around the world. He was always helping others to have an opportunity for a better life and to follow their dreams. A true friend with a most generous spirit, Edmund was always happiest when his friends were succeeding and he always made himself available to give help and encouragement at less fortunate times.
He was a very charming and giving man and was truly adored by many people. He would make friends easily at home and on his travels. He was a devoted husband and father. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The funeral service will be held at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Road, Whitby, ON, at 1:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 12 Noon. Entombment will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East, Whitby.