Vincent (Vin) “Mr.Softball” Walker
With great sadness the family announcing the passing of Vin Walker on December 4th, 2017 in his 82nd year.Son of the late Ernest and Gwen Walker.Loving husband for 61 years of Jean.Cherished father of Karen Mulligan (Andre) and Kevin (Laurie). Dear grandfather of Meghan (Shawn), Justin, Kyle, Adam and Nicole.Brother of Raymond (Jean), Ronald (Georgie) and Eileen (Ed).Vin would be sadly missed by relatives and extended friends. Special thanks to all the staff at Toronto General ICU and Lakeridge Health Oshawa.As per Vins wishes no service will be taking placeYour life was love and labour, your love for family was true, you did your best for all of us, we will always remember you.
Valerie Ann (nee Lisk) Ward
4/5/1941 - 11/12/2017Passed away peacefully on Sunday November 12, 2017 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 76.Beloved wife for 53 years to Garth. Loving mother to Marni (Gavin Serrao). Cherished Nana of Alex and Sean. Private family arrangements have been made and are entrusted to MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME (905-443-3376). In memory of Valerie donations to Lakeridge Health Foundation - Cancer Care would be appreciated.
Violet Stephenson
Passed peacefully with family by her side on Friday, September 29th, 2017 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 79.Beloved wife to John Stephenson for 60 years.Cherished mother to Greg (Robin) and Gary (Kathy). Much loved gran to Kyle, Grant, Brian and Jake.Vi will be deeply missed by all of her family and friends.A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Vincent Busuttil
(Retired Foreman Chrysler Canada Ajax)Peacefully on Thursday July 13th, 2017 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 82.Beloved husband of 55 years to Dorothy Busuttil (nee Armstead)Loving father of Diane Legere (Jeff) and Tracey Chiodi.Dear Papa of Jason Legere (Stefania), Lianne Legere, Mike Chiodi, and Samantha Chiodi.Great Grandfather of Calvin Legere.Loving Brother of Doris Camilleri (Late Frank), Late John Busuttil (Carmen), Alfred Busuttil (late Cyntha), Mary – Rose Bonett (Henry), and his brother in law Richard (Dick) Armstead. Vince will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, friends, colleagues, and those who had the pleasure of knowing him.A Celebration of Vince’s life will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Saturday, August 12th, from 2:00-5:00pm.In memory of Vince, donations may be made to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Critical Care would be appreciated.
Violet Edwards
November 10, 1932 - July 21, 2017Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, July 21st, 2017 at the age of 84.Born November 10th, 1932 in Moneycarragh, Clough, Northern Ireland.Predeceased by her husband Desmond and son Derek.Survived by her sons Alan (Shelley) and Andrew (Nancy).Sister to Mandy Amos, Elizabeth Whiting (John), Robert Allen (Joy) all of England. Sister and best friend to Caroline Kraft of Oshawa.Special aunt to Kelly and Justin. Sister-in-law to George Edwards of Oshawa and Margaret Stockdale of Scotland.Loving grandmother of Janelle (Joe), Brianne (Erol), Jamie (Andrew), Matthew (Jay), Mitchell (Sarah), Jacob and Griffith.Loving great grandmother to Kensey, Addison, Claire and Amelia.Visitation is open to the public on Wednesday, July 26th at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Private family funeral to follow.Violet was known as Grandma Violet to many within her extended family. Her family was her “world”.
Virginia Churchill Smith
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 20, 2017 at Lakeridge Hospital in Oshawa in her 94th year.Predeceased by her husband William John Smith (Jack).Dear mother of Leslie Smith and Ken Lakritz.Loving grandmother of William Ian Lakritz.Cherished aunt to Michele Jones, Melanie Shermack, Mallory Morris-Sartz, Melissa Morris and many more.Arrangements have been made at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (905-428-8488) and a memorial service will take place in the fall.
Vincent Busuttil
(Retired Foreman Chrysler Canada Ajax)Peacefully on Thursday July 13th 2017 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 82.Beloved husband of 55 years to Dorothy Busuttil (nee Armstead)Loving father of Diane Legere (Jeff) and Tracey Chiodi. Dear Papa of Jason Legere ( Stefania), Lianne Legere, Mike Chiodi, and Samantha Chiodi. Great Grandfather of Calvin Legere.Loving Brother of Doris Camilleri (Late Frank), Late John Busuttil (Carmen), Alfred Busuttil (late Cyntha), Mary – Rose Bonett (Henry), and his brother in law Richard (Dick) Armstead. Vince will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, friends, colleagues, and those that had the pleasure of knowing him.A Celebration of Vince’s life will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Saturday August 12th, from 2:00-5:00pm.In memory of Vince, donations may be made to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Critical Care would be appreciated.
Valerie Margaret (nee Newman) Lucas
Valerie Margaret Lucas passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 19, 2017, just eight days following her 81st birthday. Her memory will be forever cherished by her husband of 60 years, Carman Lucas; children Michael, Brian (Sharon), Louise (Jeff), Dan (Jean) and Jacqui (Ken); her beloved grandchildren Christie (Steve), Rachel (Greg), Stephanie, Lauren (Ben), Dylan (Chelsea), Evan, Jake, Katelyn (Greg) and James; plus the lights of her life, great-grandchildren Brooke, Reese, Piper, Avery and Gabbi.Predeceased by brother John Newman, Valerie is survived by sister Elinor Wallbridge, sister-in-law Gail Newman and brother David Newman.A celebration of our mother’s life will take place at Mount Lawn Memorial Chapel, 21 Garrard Road in Whitby, Ontario on Friday July 28th at 2:30 p.m. with a visitation 1 hour prior from 1:30 -2:30 p.m.In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made in Valerie’s name to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Victor Baylis
Passed away peacefully, with his family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, June 2nd, 2017 at the age of 88.Beloved husband of the late Marjorie for 46 years. Loving father of Judy Self, Les, Calvin & Doug (Laurie).Devoted grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of thirteen.Cherished brother of Joyce.Dear lifetime friend of Diane (Cecil). He will be missed by his many friends at Faith Place, where he lived for 25 years.Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.Arrangements entrusted to OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, (905-721-1234).Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Vilma Grey
Born in the Philippines on February 22, 1971, Vilma passed away peacefully on May 30, 2017 at the age of 46 years.Beloved wife of Selwyn.Vilma will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.Visitation will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Sunday, June 11th from 12:00pm-2:00pm.A Service to celebrate the life of Vilma will be held in the DeStefano Chapel at 2:00pm.