James “Jim” Foote
Passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at his residence in Oshawa at the age of 68.
Jim is survived by his brother David Foote and sister Mary Lynn Foote (Kane).
Loving father of Jason, Jessica Semard, and Ben Foote.
He will be loved and missed dearly by his partner Jean DeCoste.
He will be remembered by his sister-in-law Laurie Foote and brother-in-law Paul Kane; nephews Dany Foote, and Darryl and Adam Kane and niece Brittany Foote.
He will be missed by his countless family, friends and co-workers.
A very bright beacon has gone out in this world for us, in the one we call James Foote. For all that we’re warmed by Jim’s light, may Jim’s light always shine bright in us.
Ride on our friend.
Visitation will take place at the Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the St. Michaels Hospital Foundation, Toronto would be appreciated by the family.
James Walters
James passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5 at the Lakeridge Health Ajax Hospital.
James at the age of 84, was the beloved husband of Angela.
Loving father of Norman, Charmaine, Carlene and Tanya; he was predeceased by his son George and daughter Delores.
He was a cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, and he will be remembered by his loving family and friends.
Visitation will take place at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until time of service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Cremation will follow the service, and a Reception will be held at the Funeral Home.
In lieu, of flowers memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Jeremy John Kessler
Unexpectedly, Jeremy passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday September 1st, 2023 at the age of 45 years.
Much loved husband of Andrea Kessler (nee Dailey) and adoring Daddy to Breanna.
Loving son of Carl & Dorothy Kessler and son in law to Don & Wanda Dailey.
Dear brother-in-law to Ryan (Amanda) Dailey and uncle to Logan & Charlotte.
He will be truly missed by all of his Aunts, Uncles, cousins, friends and neighbours. Jeremy was a talented graphic designer and all-around artist, a talent he passed on to Breanna. He & Andrea loved to travel and were fortunate enough to explore many places over the last 16 years.
He enjoyed getting out for a round of golf and talking sports with family and friends, especially when his Montreal Canadians and San Francisco 49’s were winning, but his priority in life was beyond a doubt his family. He was a loving son, devoted husband and proud dad. He will be truly missed.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division Street North on Saturday September 16th from 12 – 2 pm. Memorial Service will follow in the chapel at 2 pm.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Breanna’s RESP or The Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Jordan Matthew Haber
September 5, 1986 – August 31, 2023
It is with unimaginable sadness that we announce the tragic and unexpected passing of our loving and wonderful son, Jordan Haber at the age of 36 who died tragically in a motorcycle accident.
Jordan leaves behind his devastated parents, Mother Gloria Isenburg (Carl), his Father Nemur Haber (Ana).
He leaves behind his loving girlfriend Emma Michael of Etobicoke.
He is predeceased by his brother Ryan, and his Grandparents, Willard and Adeline Rogers; Jim and Lilla Haber.
Jordan had a close and loving relationship with his cousin Michael Mcknight (Leah) of Orono who will forever miss him.
Jordan’s devastated Aunts, Uncles and Cousins will miss him dearly. He leaves behind his loving step-brothers, Shawn (Rachel) Pinarreta of Mississauga, Ryan (Lindsey) Pinarreta of Fairhaven Massachusetts and Johnathan (Rhiannon) Pinarreta of Hamilton.
His long time childhood friend Jason Binder of Sudbury has lost his best friend. His dear friend and constant companion Anthony Macri of Vaughn is heartbroken.
Jordan had so many close and loving friends. He cherished his friends and made them all feel noticed and special. He loved his family with passion.
He enjoyed family celebrations and was always there to help. Jordan was larger than life. He was loud, funny and had a presence. He was a brilliant young man, and loved to share his opinion. He blazed his own path.
There was also a compassionate side to him. Through his own loss and life experiences, he was able to empathize with people of all ages.
He loved to travel and was fortunate to travel to many destinations over the course of the years. He loved his motorcycle and he enjoyed riding on the open country roads.
He worked full time as he enrolled in the Elevator Technician program where he received his elevator mechanic licence.
He loved his career.
As a young man, he loved playing lacrosse for Whitby Minor Lacrosse Association, the Brooklin Merchants and the Clarington Green Gales. He also played on the Brock University Lacrosse team.
There are no words to describe our loss. We are all heartbroken. Thankfully, we have our family and friends to lean on. The love and support that each of them is offering us fills our hearts.
We would like to thank the first responders who tried so valiantly to save Jordan. Every effort and measure was taken.
Jordan’s family would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all those on site who helped him.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, September 14th from 2 – 4 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. and on Friday, September 15th from 9:00 a.m. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Thornton Cemetery, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa. Reception to follow at General W. Sikorski Polish Veterans' Association, 1551 Stevenson Road North, Oshawa.
In Lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
James Arthur Burns
Peacefully passed away Friday, September 1, 2023 with his beloved wife of 58 years, Linda Burns by his side.
Also present by his side during his passing was his loving daughter, Kim Burns (partner Mark Roper), and his loving like-a-daughter/sister-in-law, Jean Edmonstone.
Deeply loved son of the late Kathleen and Robert Burns and dear brother to the late Bobbie Burns.
Remembered like a father, with great love by, Jean & Dan Edmonstone, and, like a grandfather by their children, Justin, Tyler, Connor & Mary (Connor’s wife).
Caring brother-in-law to Rita Edmonstone, Donna Beatty (partner Jim) and Bruce Fries (wife Lori).
Loving uncle to Michele Gilmore (spouse Scott Gilmore), Jennifer Grosvenor (spouse Peter Grosvenor), David Edmonstone, Angie Kehl (spouse Jeff Kehl), Sarah Beatty, Carrie Carnahan (spouse Jay Carnahan) and Chad Edmonstone.
Loving great-uncle to Shelby Bennett (partner, Steve), Emmaline and Michayla Gilmore, Colin & Carter Grosvenor, Luke Fries, Siearra-Rose Benoit, Breanna Fries-Found, Alex and Evelyn Kehl and Julian Russel.
Fondly remembered by his long-time friends, travel buddies and Cow Patty Farm Parties, Gerry Filion (partner Terry), Dave Wright, Brian Edmonstone, Tim Beatty, Karrie & Michael Hollahan (their children, Hailey, Reese & Reid), Crystal & Kris Zimmermann (their children Austin & Mackenzie), Carmen Tessier & Mike Forler, Laurie & Darren Beals (daughter, Lexie), Marion & Dale Roeder, Katie Beth, Wendy Burgess and Donna Hurst (late spouse, Doug).
Buddy Burns – family dog and good friend.
A private family graveside service will be held. James will be interred at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby, Ontario.
James Fader
June 22, 1953 - August 27, 2023
We lost a remarkably wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend when James Fader (born June 22, 1953) went home to be with Jesus, August 27, 2023.
Missing him already, Jim left us too soon. He was the loving husband of Marilyn (nee Jones) Fader.
He was the much loved father of his daughters Cathy-Jo (Dan) Mihalic, Angela (James) Burnell and Amanda (Leo) Schellenberg, as well as his step son and daughter, Steve (Heather) Jackson and Sue (Dave) Lotton.
All of whom he loved dearly! He was the proud grampa/poppa to Nick (Jocelyn), Julia (Richard), Emma, Hannah (Sebastian), Brady, Hope, Cooper and Tyson.
Also Great grampa to Marcel and Aubrey.
He was predeceased by his parents Bernice and Claude Fader; and was the beloved brother of Janice Dejager, Dave Fader, and brother-in-law of Betty (Tom) Russell. Hope Heaven has a golf course!
Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, August 31, 2023 from 7pm to 9pm and Friday, September 1, 2023, 11:30am-12:30pm at Uxbridge Baptist Church, 231 Brock Street W, Uxbridge, followed by Celebration of Life at 1pm. Reception to follow.
In Jim’s memory, donations may be made to War Amps.
Joan Patricia Smith
Born April 13, 1943 in Oshawa.
Passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Family was important to Joan as she loved doing crafts with her daughter, Jackie, and being an active part of her life.
Joan also accompanied her young daughter to baton lessons and competitions all over North America, as well as her figure skating and music lessons.
Joan shared her love of music with her daughter. Joan played accordion, clarinet, sax and organ, and was even offered a spot on the Lawrence Welk Show with her accordion duet partner, George.
Joan loved all animals deeply (a love she shared with Jackie), and her house was always full of pets which she cherished
For many years, Joan was a very successful AVON rep, making President's Club and being ranked 3rd in sales in Canada.
Later in life, she enjoyed spending her time playing bingo (particularly when she won more money than Ron at the 420 Wing!), making crafts at her retirement home, and watching her tv shows.
Joan was a social butterfly and could make friends everywhere she went.
She had a strong faith and was quite spiritual. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.
A private family service will take place.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca.
James (Jim) Joseph Bingham
It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Jim on Thursday August 24, 2023 at Cedarvale Lodge in Keswick, after a long battle with COPD.
Jim was the beloved husband of the late Norma (March 2023).
Loving father to James (Kasey), Lawrence (Niki).
Jim will be remembered by his siblings Bruce, Frankie, Jeannie (Mario), predeceased by Mike, Jackie, Danny and Bill.
Proud Papa to Mikey, Kassy, Freddy, Joseph, Kaylee and Jaxxon and great grandfather to Jase, Chance, Adalynn and Holden.
Jim worked for the York Region School Board as a custodian working his way up to head custodian until he retired in 2010.
Jim enjoyed family and celebrating at any chance he could.
Jim's famous line was" just a small one". He will be greatly missed by many.
As per Jim's wishes, there will be no funeral.
James (Jim) Gordon Kitts
Peacefully in his sleep with his family by his bedside at the age of 68 years, Jim lost his courageous battle with cancer on Friday August 25th, 2023 at the Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Hospital, Bowmanville, ON.
Beloved husband, father & grandfather, Jim is survived by his loving wife & best friend Wendy of 30 years.
His 3 sons Kevin (his wife Jenn), Kyle, Ken (his wife Heather), his 5 grandchildren Cody (Dari), Austin, Braeden (Aimee), Riley (Bella) & Alyssa (Harley).
Jim is also survived by his closest and dearest friends for over 40 yrs. Wayne & Sharon Evans, Godfather (Uncle Jimmy) to Kayla & Nathan Evans.
Predeceased are his parents Gordon & Helen Kitts from Sault Ste. Marie, ON.
In lieu of flowers & in memory of Jim Kitts, please donate to the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Region Cancer Centre, Oshawa ON or to the Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Hospital Expansion Foundation, Bowmanville ON.
In memory of Jim, the family will be celebrating the life Jim lived.
Celebration of Life for Jim will be held on Saturday September 16th, 2023 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm at the Peterborough Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham St., Peterborough ON.
Janine Helen Rivard
1954 - 2023
Janine (Wallace) Rivard was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She left this world peacefully in her sleep on August 20, 2023, at age 68.
She was born in London, England to Andy and Freda Wallace on December 22, 1954. Janine married her best friend, Bob Rivard, in September 1990.
Together they had 2 beautiful children: Genevieve and Vanessa (pre-deceased).
In 2010, Janine welcomed her first grandchild, Avalon, whom she cherished and loved with all her heart.
Janine loved spending time in the kitchen, creating delicious foods for everyone to try. Janine enjoyed vacationing in warmer climates with her husband. Janine also greatly enjoyed spending time with her granddaughter and building memories with her. Janine loved children, especially her nieces and nephews, Caeden, Sophie, and Luke, and treasured showering them with affection and gifts.
She worked in the condominium business for nearly 40 years as an exceptional property manager. She was an industrious worker and took pride in doing an outstanding job for her properties and built strong friendships with other members of the field, contractors, and homeowners.
Janine will be deeply missed by her husband, Bob, sister, Lorraine (Dave), daughter Genevieve (Bryan), granddaughter, Avalon, her bonus son Dan, and all her extended family and friends. The family would like to imagine that she is peacefully in the heavens with her parents, Andy and Freda, her Aunt Isa, and her daughter, Vanessa.
The family would like to thank all the medical staff at Northumberland Hills Hospital for the exceptional care they provided to Janine and would like to thank the aftercare she received from LHIN and Cancer Care for her home support.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled from 1-4 p.m. on September 10, 2023, at THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE at 1057 Brock Road in Pickering.
Please visit Janine's memorial page at etouch.ca for online guestbook and donations.