Patricia Jane (Fair) Williams
June 30, 1948 - July 15, 2022 (age 74)
Patricia believed in Michael Connelly’s single bullet of love theory and was married to her loving husband Harvey Williams for 51 years.
Patricia was born and raised in Bowmanville and was a long-time resident of Seagrave and Port Perry.
Loving and faithful mother to Michael (Robyn), Ryan (Renai) and Sean (Kasey).
A fantastic cheerleading matriarch grandmother to Paige, Brooklyn, Madelyn, Zack, Emma, Abigail, Clarke and Alice. Dear sister of Lyn Branigan (Larry) and late brother Bill Fair.
Daughter of the late James and Dorothy (Barton) Fair. Daughter in law of the late Llewellyn and Mary (Hellyer) Williams. Sister in law to Ruth Williams and Barbara Zita (Williams). She will be missed by nieces, nephews and extended family.
Patricia had many challenges over the past 6 years, facing them head on with sheer willpower. She was “One tough Cookie”.
Patricia was opened minded, fair, objective and opinionated. The family motto for Grandma: “I’m not bossy, I just have better ideas”.
She touched so many lives and left them all the better for meeting and knowing Patricia.
A service will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, Port Perry, on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 1p.m.
Paul J. De Beaupre
June 6, 1957 – July 13, 2022
Passed away on Wednesday July 13, 2022, in his 66th year.
Paul was a caring and gentle soul.
His background and love was music and computer technology.
Loving son of Kay and Joe.
Devoted brother of Anne, who he was very close with.
As per Paul’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service and cremation has taken place.
To place online condolences, please visit armstrongfh.ca .
Peter Royden McLARNON
Passed away unexpectedly on July 13th, 2022.
Dear son of the late Thomas and Yvonne McLarnon.
Loving father of Elliott (Laura) and Renée.
Beloved brother of James (Lynn) and Judy (Graeme) and proud uncle of Mathew (Danielle), Brendon (Ashlea), Cory (Melissa), Joshua, and Josh (Kristy).
Peter will also be missed by his extended family and friends.
He was an enthusiastic cook, an advocate for his community, and will be remembered for his love of politics and a spirited debate.
Arrangements with the Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.
Phillippa Mavis Dance
May 4, 1958 – July 10, 2022
Age 64 years Passed away in Bowmanville surrounded by her loving family.
Beloved wife of the late Richard Dance.
Loving mom to Christine Gunn (Jason Cole) and Ricky Gunn (Monika).
Adored Grandma of Kylie, Emma & Quinn. Lovingly remembered by her sisters and brothers as well as nieces, nephews and many friends.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, Bowmanville on Saturday July 16th from 3 – 5 pm. A Celebration of her life will be held on August 13th from 1 – 5 pm at 980 King Street East, Oshawa.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Make A Wish Foundation.
Peter Beckles
(1940 - 2022)
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of much loved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend Peter Beckles. Peter, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 9, 2022 at Extendicare Rouge Valley in Scarborough, Ontario.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the staff at Extendicare Rouge Valley for the care they provided to him during his time there.
Peter is survived by his spouse of 53 years, Margaret Beckles, their three children, Karen, Judith (Nelson), Natasha, two grandchildren, Jacob-Peter (JP), Jonas and his two siblings, Cynthia and Lloyd (Sonia).
Born in San Fernando, Trinidad, he was the son of Victoria Ransome and Harry Beckles.
He graduated from technical school in Point Fortin, Trinidad and George Brown College, Toronto. He was employed at Ontario Power Generation where he worked as a Control Technician for 29 years.
He loved the Lord and was a devoted member of Altona Road Community Church. He will be remembered for his gentle, kind and selfless nature and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation and funeral arrangements are entrusted with McEachnie Funeral Home in Ajax. Due to COVID restrictions, space for the funeral is limited and will be reserved for family and close friends.
Paul Allan Douglas Woodlock
October 23, 1972 - May 17, 2022
Passed away suddenly on May 17, 2022 in Victoria, B.C. , beloved son of Carolyn Wilson (Lloyd) and Allan Woodlock (Connie), brother of Jeff (Erin) and Laura Parr (Justin).
Born and raised in Bowmanville, Ontario Paul graduated from Bowmanville High School and attended Western University and Brock University.
Always a sports enthusiast Paul played hockey and baseball and enjoyed skiing.
BMX bike racing was also a passion of his.
He worked at Goodyear in Bowmanville and as an elevator installation and repair apprentice for Thyssen-Krupp before becoming a professional truck driver travelling across Canada and the United States.
He also worked in the Alberta Oil Sands before moving to British Columbia.
Paul was funny, talented, charismatic and intelligent with a dry sense of humour.
He could converse with anyone about anything and had a way of keeping people honest about themselves.
He was extremely boisterous and athletic and shone in every sport he played.
Handsome, smart and skilled he was one of a kind and will be truly missed.
Patricia Stewart
1944 - 2022
Passed away suddenly at home with her daughter Christine Stewart by her side.
She leaves behind her daughters Christine and Karen.
Her five grandchildren and their partners, Karen-Marie (Trevor), Dustin (Selena), Jesse (Sarah), Cody-Jack and Jewel. She also leaves behind four great-grandchildren, Ellie, Keira Patricia, Dion, and Myles.
She will be very missed by her sister and partner in crime Shirley and her sisters in laws, Jane and Alice.
She will be deeply missed by her entire family and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the Diabetes Canada or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home Chapel, Ajax, ON.
Peter Horbacevicz
March 24, 1958 - June 22, 2022
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 64.
Loving brother of Lila (Joe) and Henry (Darlene).
Predeceased by his beloved parents Jan and Helen.
Peter will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 10:30 a.m.
Interment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to SickKids Foundation or Community Living Oshawa/Clarington.
Online condolences may be left at armstrongfh.ca .
Peter James Amell
March 11, 1959 - June 17, 2022
Passed away at his home in Oshawa after a brief illness.
Fondly remembered by many.
Private Cremation has taken place, arrangements entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME .
Patricia VanDrunen
October 29, 1940 – June 12, 2022
Went Home to be with her Lord and Saviour at Glenhill Terraces, Whitby.
Beloved wife of Henry VanDrunen for 60 years.
Dear mother of Rob (Sharon), Jim (Hilary) and Anita.
Loving Oma of Breanna (Jeff), Matthew, Samantha, Annika (Matt), Cassandra, Erik and Elise.
Lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, Bowmanville on Wednesday June 15th, 2022 from 6 – 8 pm. Funeral Service at REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 130 Scugog Street on Thursday June 16th at 11 am. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery.
Memorial Donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society, Knox Christian School or The Humane Society.