Barbara Jean Leonard
May 1, 1930 - April 20, 2023
It is with heavy hearts the family of Barbara Jean Leonard announce her peaceful passing with her family by her side on April 20, 2023.
Jean was predeceased by her husband Frank(October 16th, 2021) and she longed to be united again, having been together for over 75 years.
Loving mother to her six children Barbara(Jim), Brenda(John), Linda(Bob), Morley, Michael(Lorraine) and Lorna(Darrin). Loving sister to Bill(deceased), Ruth, and June(Roy). Dear grandmother of 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Jean was a retired employee of the Altamont Nursing Home in Scarborough. Jean had a wonderful circle of friends at Jack Goodland Seniors Building. Her pleasures in life were bingo, card games, listening to country music and spending time with her family. Jean was an avid Blue Jays fan, she loved the boys in blue.
Mom will be truly remembered
by all who knew her for her love, strength, compassion and support. Family always came first.
A special thank you to Paramed, CCAC, and Saint Elizabeth for their loving care and compassion.
As per Jean's wishes, cremation has taken place, and a graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 6 at 3PM at Bowmanville Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Barbara Anne Aylesworth
October 14, 1960 - April 12, 2023
Passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 62.
Beloved wife of Don.
Loving mother of Kyle (Stephanie) and Jesse (Savannah).
Cherished grandmother of Mia, Ellie-Leigh, and Finley.
Dear sister of Mary (Brian), Margaret, and George. Barbara will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends.
Barbara is now at peace after a lengthy courageous battle with cancer.
A Celebration of Life will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa) on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2 p.m. with visitation from 1-2 p.m.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Bette Gay Cobbett
November 4, 1941 – April 11, 2023
Surrounded by her loving family, Bette passed away peacefully at home.
Much loved wife of the late Gordon Cobbett. Loving mother of Deborah (Lorne) Grills.
Cherished grandma of Gordon (Valerie) Grills, Kristy (Sandy) Kiezebrink and Del Grills (Samantha Monahan) and GG of Amy, Weston, Octavia, Orion, Jackson an Adalynn. Dear sister of Beth Burgess, Elaine Thrasher and Richard Burgess and predeceased by Max Burgess, Charlie Burgess and Bobby Burgess.
At Bette’s request cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Saturday April 22nd from 2 – 4 pm. Private interment at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Sick Kids Hospital.
Bernice Wilma Pancham
July 3rd, 1935- April 7th, 2023.
We are saddened to announce that sweet Wilma Bernice Pancham passed away on Good Friday, April 7th, at the age of 87.
Bernice was born in San Fernando Trinidad and Tobago on Corinth Road, to be exact.
Bernice was married to the love of her life for 53 years, Bobby Pancham, whom she spent many beautiful years with, up until her very last moments.
Bernice and Bobby met in Trinidad and got married in 1974.
Bernice is the daughter of Muriel Agnes Wilson and Joseph Thomas Wilson.
She is the eldest sister of 8 children. Deceased Sylvester Anthony (Edna); Deceased Hollis (Daisy); Deceased Edward (Janice); Cynthia Wilson Thomas (Hilton); Nathaniel Leon (Carol); Emmanuel Patrick; and Lystra Wilson. This group makes up the Corinthians as we all know them.
She went on to have a fulfilling nursing career and paved the way for many in her family. She also enjoyed singing and sang in the church choir at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian church for many years.
She was truly a patient woman; this Biblical scripture below summarizes the characteristics of Bernice, which is from 1 Corinthians 13:4-8.
“Love is patient. Love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, and it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
Our sweet Bernice Wilma Pancham has gone to meet her Creator and is at peace. She will be deeply missed by many.
Bernice’s viewing and service will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home.
The viewing will be on Thursday, April 13th, from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM EST.
The funeral service will be on Friday, April 14th, starting at 10:00 AM EST.
Burial MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY .
Barbara Lynn Austin
October 20 1952 - April 5 2023
Barb passed away peacefully on April 5 , 2023 at the age of 70 surrounded by her loving husband and daughter.
She was a beloved wife to Gerald Austin, and a loving Mother to Angela Fazio and mother in-law to Nicholas Fazio . Cherished Grandmother to Mercedes Fazio and Cecilia Fazio.
A loved sister to Allen Clarke and sister in-law Liz Clarke , Rick Clarke and sister in-law to Lillian Clarke . Sister in-law to Debbie Austin, predeceased brother in-law Rick Austin and sister in-law Lynda Austin .
Predeceased brother in-law Danny Austin and sister in-law Joyce Fisher . A beloved daughter to predeceased John Clarke and Jean Clarke and daughter in-law to predeceased Harry Austin and Hazel Roser . She had many nieces and nephews and that she loved so dearly .
The loves of her life were her husband Gerald of 50 happy years and her treasured daughter Angela , son in-law Nicholas and her two special Granddaughters Mercedes and Cecilia . She loved being apart of her granddaughters lives always creating great memories by taking them to fun places and having fun shopping trips she was an incredible Nanna . She had beautiful presence and a loving heart , she was a compassionate giver and a kind friend to many .
She fought a hard battle with AML Leukaemia , for just over a year . Her faith in God got her through and she was surrounded by so much love every step of the way . Heaven has gained a beautiful angel .
Celebration of Life will take place at DeStefano Funeral Home, 1289 Keith Ross Drive in Oshawa, on Sunday April 16 th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm . A tribute and a toast to Barb will be at 4:00pm .
We would like to acknowledge the excellent care from all the Nurses and Doctors involved in her care. If you should wish to donate In Lieu of flowers please make a donation to Lakeridge Health Cancer Center in Oshawa or Princess Margaret Hospital.
Burton Milner Noble
OCTOBER 12, 1942 – APRIL 4, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father Burton Noble.
Dad passed peacefully with family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday April 4th, 2023, in his 81st year.
Dearly beloved husband of the late Linda (March 2020). Loving father of Patti Burton (John) and Julie Noble (late Lloyd).
Adoring grandfather of Emily Warren (Matt), Joseph, Delaney, Ella, and proud great grandfather of Brookey. Dear brother of John (Penny) and Phylis Judges (Bob).
Will be missed by his nephew Bobby Judges (Luisa), and niece Johnene Milan (Giuseppe), as well as his many other nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Dad will be remembered as a very caring, selfless, kind family man, with a sharp wit and a heart of gold.
His family was his pride and joy and he always put his family first. If you knew him, you would know he would do anything to help anybody. He was always there to lend a hand.
Dad was such a huge role model and made such a strong impact on those around him. He will be greatly missed.
Longtime employee of General Motors Canada. He enjoyed BBQing, gardening, hunting, fishing and the outdoors.
“It’s always a beautiful day if you are outside”.
Dad is now reunited with the love of his life.
Special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Lakeridge Hospital for their care and compassion.
Arrangements entrusted to the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL , 1587 Hwy #2, Courtice, ON (905-432-8484).
Memorial donations may be made to the Lakeridge Health Foundation – Cancer Unit or the Cardiac Unit at Sick Kids Hospital.
Online condolences may be made at courticefuneralchapel.com .
Bente Christensen
1930 - 2023
It is with sadness and sorrow we announce Bente Christensen passed away in her sleep on April 3rd, 2023 at Lakeridge Heights Retirement Residence.
She was predeceased by her husband Orla in 1994.
Predeceased by her parents Knud and Valborg, sisters Gunver (Bent), and Lissen (Ebbe), and her brother Soren (Christine) as well she was proud sister in law to Willy (Oda), Ejvind (Birthe), and Margot (Evan).
Loving mother to Roy (Caroline) and John (Donna). Proud Farmor / Grandma to Erin, Ben, Riley, Jeff, and Kelly. She will be greatly missed by her family who she cherished spending time with at the cottage on West Lake.
Bente was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and educated as a Registered Nurse. She did a 1-year placement at Toronto General Hospital where she met Orla Christensen through the Danish Church social club.
She will be fondly remembered for her adventurous spirit, love of travel, her Danish cooking skills,, and her unwavering love of family. Bente’s last few years were challenging but she faced her battle with dementia head on with her strong will and steadfast courage.
To honour Bente’s life, and in lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Alzheimer’s Society.
A visitation will take place on Friday April 14th 2023 at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road Ajax, ON, from 4pm-8pm. On Saturday April 22nd, 2023 a service and celebration of life luncheon will be held at the Danish Lutheran Church located at 72 Finch Ave West North York, ON M2N 2H4 beginning at 12:00 noon .
Bhanmattee Ramsumeer
MARCH 12, 1950 – MARCH 23, 2023
Bhanmattee Ramsumeer - Age 73, of Québec, Quebec passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023.
A visitation for Bhanmattee will be held Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa, Ontario, followed by a funeral service at 10:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bhanmattee's memory may be made to Humane Society of Durham.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralservices.com for the Ramsumeer family.
Bernard Joseph Boutet
October 16, 1930 - March 25, 2023
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Bernard Boutet of Pickering on Saturday March 25, 2023 at the age of 92.
Wonderful husband of Jean for 68 years. Fantastic father to Marc Boutet ( Laureen), Michele Stratton( Bob) and Paula Conroy (John) and loving grandfather to Michael Conroy, Brad Conroy and Tom Stratton.
Bernie enjoyed a wonderful life to which his family, many friends, colleagues and neighbours contributed greatly.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please take a loved one out for dinner.
Bradley Clement Elliott
February 23, 1964 - March 21, 2023
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Bradley (Brad) Clement Elliott at 59 years of age, after a warrior’s battle with cancer.
Brad was born Feb 23, 1964 in Brampton, Ontario, and is survived by his adored children, Ryan Elliott (28), and Kirsten Elliott (26), and their mother Kateriina Elliott, as well as his brothers Everett (Karen) Elliott, and Dwight (Kim) Elliott, and favourite sister Melissa (Jeff) Elliott, his Aunt Sharon and Uncle Art, Aunt Cookie and Uncle Jim, sister-in-law Kristiina, and his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great nephews and cousins.
Brad found love in 2018 upon meeting his life partner Angela Thomas, and the family is forever grateful for her introduction into his, and our lives.
People were drawn to Brad wherever he went, and he now holds the record for most visitors at the wonderful Oakridges Hospice, whose staff took loving care of him (and subsequently his family & friends) in his final days. Anyone that knew Brad would know that coming out on top was always the goal, even in death, so we thank his friends for helping him achieve this final accomplishment.
An avid Adventure Racer, Brad spent most of his free weekends in the middle of nowhere, slogging through muck with only a map and the provisions on his back, to race to a goal.
Often joined by his adventurous daughter Kirsten, they would happily challenge their bodies to advance up the leaderboard. It was in these moments when Brad’s incredible sense of grit and determination would shine, as he encouraged those around him to keep pushing, to keep going.
The concept of quitting was foreign to Brad, as reflected in all aspects of his life, right up to the moment of his death. A life lived to the fullest at all times. A lesson for us all.
Brad spent most of his youth in & out of ice rinks, and continued that passion into adulthood, either by coaching his children’s teams, or by perfecting the deke around his ‘old-timer’ buddies to maintain his top goal scorer achievement year-after-year.
Brad’s career in IT spanned multiple contracts, with each bringing a new set of friends and Brad-fans into the mix.
Brad’s family is grateful for the support and compassion shown by his colleagues at Enbridge as he navigated life’s most difficult path.
To honour Brad’s memory, a Celebration of Life will be held at a private location on April 22, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to Oakridges Hospice of Durham.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .