Mary Bernice Crosby
1927 - 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Bernice “Bunny” Crosby of Pickering, Ontario, on February 27, 2024.
Mary Bernice was born in Ottawa in 1927 to Richard and Mary Ellen Steele.
She married Kenneth R. Crosby of Markham in 1951 and had four children – Doug (married to Helen), Debbie (married to Stuart), Sandy, and Dan (married to Olimpia), the young family enjoying the life of the military for many years, living on 2 different continents, 3 different countries, and 4 different provinces.
Bunny and Kenny were married for 50 years, before Kenny’s passing in 2002. Mary Bernice always embraced the role of Grandma – indeed, almost everyone called her grandma – to Debbie’s 3 daughters, Jennifer, Tammy, and Susan; Doug’s two sons, Michael and Jonathan; Sandy’s son, Jesse; and Dan’s children, Kevin, Danielle, and Mary-Grace.
She also had 6 great-grandchildren.
Mary Bernice grew up during the depression, lived through World War 2, married an Officer in Nuclear Defense, watched a moon landing, managed a school cafeteria, played lots of Bingo, and at the age of 96 loved the independence of her own home, followed her favourite sports, baked her famous brownies, and watched Engelbert Humperdinck videos on her Ipad.
She will be missed.
Margaret Day
Peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa with family by her side, at age 87.
Margaret (nee Scott), beloved wife of Peter Day.
Loved mother of Peter J. Day, Heather O’Connor (Chris), and Kerri Venedam (Wayne).
Predeceased by her infant daughter Carol Anne. Loving grandmother of Adam, Breanne, Cameron, Brittny, Westley, Logan and Hayden and great grandmother of Allie, Colin and Lennon.
Dear sister of Jean (deceased), Anne, Drew (deceased) and Robert.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Wagg Funeral Home, Port Perry.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Mitchell Thomas Driver
AUGUST 29, 1994 – FEBRUARY 21, 2024
It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Mitchell on Wednesday February 21, 2024 at the age of 29 years.
Dearly beloved son of William and Terri Driver.
Dear brother of Nicholas (Kiera).
Cherished grandson of Wybrand and Lynda Dekker.
Loving nephew of Tracey (Rodger) and Stephen (Susan).
Will be missed by all his cousins and many friends.
Mitchell will be remembered as a wonderful kind hearted soul with an infectious smile and maintained a strong faith in God.
A private family service will be held OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Mitchell to The Centre for Addictions and Mental Health.
Online condolences and tributes may be shared at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Maria Teodora Pereira
Gained her wings on February 17, 2024 to join the angels.
She was a proud mother to Raymond (Stephanie), Rea (Reggie), Ryan (Gale), and Renz (Rose) and a loving daughter of Carlos (deceased) and Amparo Cuarteros.
Adored by her grandkids China, Aster, Ares, Athena, and Reyna.
Maria will be lovingly remembered by her siblings, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Maria was loved by all who knew her and will be remembered for her work ethic, love of plants, her laugh, and her gentleness.
A special thank you to the PSW’s, the nurses from St. Michael’s Hospital and Sunnybrook, nurse Shamini, Dr. Azi, and Dr. Parmar for their wonderful care and support.
Arrangements with Mount Lawn Funeral Home.
“You will be with us forever, Mommy.”
Minh Chi Dam
FEBRUARY 8, 1955 – FEBRUARY 19, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce that Minh Chi Dam, aged 69, passed away peacefully with family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, February 19, 2024.
He was diagnosed with late-stage kidney cancer, and courageously underwent treatment for over one year.
Minh was born in Bắc Giang, Vietnam.
Growing up, he had little to eat, and quickly learned to be frugal and resourceful. In 1981, Minh immigrated to Canada with his parents and siblings.
He had a strong work ethic and was employed at Chrysler Canada Inc. for 30 years, earning his rest and retirement on February 28, 2014.
Despite his harsh childhood, Minh had a warm heart. From greeting a stranger, to helping a neighbor, to being a supportive husband and father, his goodness was pure.
He also appreciated good food, savoring varieties of dishes, especially his wife’s cooking. He was very handy and had a talent for MacGyvering solutions.
eing in the driver’s seat on road trips, sipping coffee, and long walks with his wife and dog are some of the simple things he enjoyed in life.
Minh was predeceased by his son, Daniel, and leaves behind his spouse of 39 years, Qiao, daughter, Karen, and family pets Molko and DJ.
He will also be dearly missed by his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Lakeridge Health Foundation would be truly appreciated.
Visitation and service will be at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. W. Oshawa on Monday February 26 from 9 to 11 am, followed by burial at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY, Whitby.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Marguerite Béraud
(Margy), peacefully passed away on February 16, 2024, at Ajax-Pickering Hospital at the age of 87.
Margy was the loving mother of Lori Parkinson and Ron Parkinson (Karen), cherished grandmother of Paige (Scott) Wood, Jamie (Tyler) Krawchuk, and Samantha (Coltyn) Reay.
She was also the adored great-grandmother of Holly and beloved sister of Patrick Béraud, Kevin Béraud, Rita Terhaar and Michael Béraud of California.
Born and raised in San Diego, Margy's spirit remained that of a true California girl throughout her life. Her effervescence and zest for life were contagious, leaving a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Margy will be remembered for her loving presence, passion for gardening, dancing and singing, and culinary skill in the kitchen. Her memory will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched with her vibrancy and warmth.
Arrangements with Morris Funeral Chapel, 4 Division St., Bowmanville.
Marguerite Breen
Born February 18, 1936, in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and passed away on February 16, 2024, two days before her 88th birthday, at Cedarcroft Retirement Home.
Marg was married to Jack R. Breen, who has since passed April 26, 2023.
Marg leaves behind her three children, Lloyd and his wife, Chris; Deborah and her husband, Kevin Warnes; and Jackie and her husband, John Aldridge.
Marg and Jack brought their family up in West Shore, Pickering, where they decided to extend their family by becoming foster parents.
She helped Jack in his career as a Toronto Fire Fighter and at retirement his rank was Toronto District Chief.
They were married on November 20, 1954, for 69 years.
She had patience with children. Her love for children was immense, any child she would talk to and play with. She had a tough life in Cape Breton, her mother, Sadie, was similar to mom, as a devout Roman Catholic.
She was very loving, patient and easy going, but her father was a hardcore alcoholic because at only nine, he had to raise a family of nine. Mom inherited her father's natural intelligence.
She was a figuring fool. She loved bingo, horse races, cards, dice and baseball. She was fun, had a great sense of humour, a very relaxed person who very much loved children.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 21 Garrard Rd., Whitby, Ontario, from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the Chapel service at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow at the funeral home.
Maura Davis
February 1, 1943 – February 16, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother & Nana, Maura Davis (nee McGeough) after a short but fierce battle with cancer.
Maura had just celebrated her 81st birthday.
Maura is survived by her loving husband & partner of 62 years, Ronald Davis.
She was the cherished mother of Harold and his wife Andrea and devoted and proud Nana to Lillie & Owen.
Maura was the beloved sister of Carmel & her husband Joseph and to Jennifer.
Maura was the loving aunt of Peter & his wife Jennifer and David & his wife Deeksha and great aunt to Jack, Charlotte and Mia. Maura also had extensive family in Canada, the US and Ireland whom she dearly loved.
Maura was predeceased by her parents Peter & Anne and other family members, who were no doubt waiting to greet her.
Maura was a very active & longtime member of The Bowmanville Group, where she made many lifelong friendships and affected many lives.
Maura celebrated her 50th Medallion ~ a truly remarkable and inspiring milestone. Maura had many hobbies & interests.
She loved ‘running the roads’, hunting for deals, bartering relentlessly and going up & down the aisles of Walmart. She enjoyed bowling and going to the gym, and then breakfast with her girlfriends.
Maura truly was a force of nature and she will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division Street North Bowmanville on Thursday February 22nd from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 pm. Memorial Donations may be made to a Charity of your Choice.
Margo MacKinnon
1942 -2024
(Margaret) Margo MacKinnon died peacefully, at home in Pickering on January 30th, attended by her family.
Beloved wife of the late Elroy; cherished mother of Jennifer (Chris) and Kenzia (Bret); and loving grandmother to Callum and Talia.
Margo was born and grew up in Toronto, attending Western Technical Commerical School and Ryerson University. Margo was always willing to help and interested in the people and world around her.
She was an active member of Heritage United Church and a dedicated IODE member.
She will be missed by her family and many friends, who visited and sent loving messages in her final days.
A Celebration of Margo's Life will be held in Spring 2024.
Margaret Katherine Wilson
FEBRUARY 13, 1932 – FEBRUARY 10, 2024
Peacefully with family by her side.
Beloved daughter of James and Catherine Milby (deceased).
Predeceased by her husband Alan and best friend for almost 60 years.
Cherished Mother of Karen (Don), devoted nana to Megan (Dave) and Evan, and loving sister of late Janie. Loving sister-in-law Joan (Tom) in Australia.
Dear aunt of Linda and Cheryl. Marg was a retired employee with the City of Oshawa for many years.
In keeping with Margaret’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME with a celebration of life at a later date.
Donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Osteoporosis Canada or Diabetics Association.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .