Ernesto Gonzales Lafuente
June 30, 1938 – April 14, 2022
Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at the age of 83 years.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Rosario.
Very loving father of Antonio (Marietta), and Lea (JoJo).
Cherished grandfather Tatay of Wei, Courteney, Fiel, Iya and great grandfather Tatay of Ella and Elianna.
Predeceased by his brother Marionito (Itoy).
Will be missed by all his family in Canada and the Philippines.
Ernesto, will be remembered for his life long love for bicycles, and as a very caring and giving man.
Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME on Thursday April 21, 2022 from 4 PM until 9 PM.
A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday April 22, 2022 at 1:30 PM.
Donations may be made in memory of Ernesto to St. Joseph the Worker Parish.
Online condolences and memories may be placed at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Eleanor Debbie Hamlin
(May 30, 1960 – April 3, 2022)
Passed away peacefully on Sunday April 3rd, 2022 at Bowmanville Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Debbie made her home in Ottawa for many years.
She is survived by her children Ryan Burrett (Julie) and Emily Burrett (Kevin), grandchildren Allyson and Alexander Burrett of Ottawa.
Deb will be sadly missed by her dad, Peter Hamlin and his wife Lois of Oshawa, sister Diane Hollywood (Neil, Sarah and Rachel) of Bowmanville, cousins Linda and Gavin Hamlin of Brockville and other family members living in Ottawa, Vancouver, West Sussex, England and Lanark, Scotland.
Deb was predeceased by her mum Betty, cousin Pete, aunts and uncles George, Irene, Alan and Pat who all made lasting impressions on her life.
Deb was born and raised in Toronto and was a booster of all things Toronto. She loved and followed the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Maple Leafs with immense insight and knowledge.
May the logos of the Jays and Leafs be a reminder of Deb to those who love her and cherish her memory.
A Private Family interment will be held.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Cancer Society or a CHARITY of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Eileen De Cristofaro
September 16, 1942 – April 2, 2022
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday April 2nd, 2022 at 79 years of age.
Beloved wife of the late Tony for 52 years.
Loving mother of Colin and his wife Lisa and Trevor and his wife Angela.
Cherished Grandma of Marissa and Nicole, and great grandma of Payton.
Eileen will be fondly remembered by her sister Norma Hogan (Peter) and her extended family in England, Canada, and her many friends.
Dear daughter of the late William and Eileen Allison.
Eileen was an avid lover of sports, puzzles, photography and gardening.
Thank you to the nurses at the Lakeridge Health Bowmanville for your care and compassion.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME , 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, April 7th, 2022 from 12 noon until time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Erlita Synard
After an eleven-year battle with cancer, Erlita passed away on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at Oshawa hospital at the age of 51.
Born in Manila, Philippines, Erlita came to Canada in 1984.
She met her late husband, Jerry Synard in 1996. She was the devoted mother of Rebecca, Sarah, and Bella.
She worked as the office administrator at Carriage County Baptist Church and as a freelance accountant.
She will be fondly remembered by her siblings, nieces, nephews, church family, and many friends.
Funeral service will take place at Carriage County Baptist Church, 4830 Trulls Road, Hampton from 11 a.m. - 1p.m. followed by the Internment at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Rd at 1:30p.m.
Memorial donations can be made to Carriage Country Baptist Church.
Ernest Anthony Raymond Colliss
1932 - 2022
Promoted to Glory on Sunday, April 3rd, 2022 at Bowmanville Hospital in his 90th year.
Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Lousie, and sister Margaret, his brothers Jim, Edward and Roy.
Predeceased by his son Edward George Colliss (survived by Kimberly).
Left to mourn his passing are his wife Margaret of 59 years, and his Son Tom (Diane) and daughter Nancy Colliss; grandchildren Jennifer, Brianna, Kyle and Rachel; dear friend Isabelle Jones; all his nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 9th, 2022 at The Bowmanville Salvation Army Community Church (75 Liberty Street South) from 12pm to 1:30pm, service to follow at 1:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Salvation Army Bowmanville Community Church and the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation. Ernest has entered his gates with Thanksgiving in his heart.
Elaine Ann Greenidge
Born March 6, 1935 in Lachine, Quebec.
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Elaine with her family by her side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, April 1st, 2022 at the age of 87.
Loving wife of the late David Greenidge of 54 years.
Cherished mother of Steven (Tori) and Jason (Erin).
Proud grandma of Lindsay, Colin, Lauren, Cameron, Eden and Aubrey. Dear sister of Gordon (Claudette) and her sister in law Paula.
She is predeceased by her parents Frederick and Dora Franklin and her brother Norman.
Elaine will be lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
A special thank you to the staff at Lakeridge health Oshawa who cared for Elaine.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Lakeridge Health Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
Family and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, Whitby ON, on Saturday, April 9th, 2022 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM for a Memorial Visitation. Cremation has taken place and an interment will be at a later date.
Elvira Di Matteo
Peacefully on April 1st, 2022, at Wynfield Long Term Care at the age of 97 Years.
Predeceased by Nicola.
Loving Mother of Anna Maria (Antonio), Agostino (Carol), and Lina (John).
Cherished Nonna of Carla, Justin, Ashley, Alexa, Matthew, and the late Nadia.
Elvira will be lovingly remembered by her extended family and friends in Canada and Italy.
Visitation will be held at the DeStefano Funeral Home, Oshawa, Tuesday April 5th from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm., with service on Wednesday April 6th at 11:00am. Entombment will follow in Toronto.
If desired, memorial donations to Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.
Ellen Grace Porter
Passed away peacefully at Union Villa long term care home on March 28, 2022 at the age of 83.
She is survived by her son Steven, daughters Jennifer and Erin, her son-in-law Troy, daughter-in-law Andrea and her five grandchildren - Mitchell, Beau and Quinn Binnie (Jennifer & Troy), Aiden and Taylor Legge (Steve & Andrea).
She was an active participant in life until she was no longer able – she loved skiing with her children, swimming in the lake, walking her and the family’s dogs and most importantly watching (and cheering loudly at) her grandson’s hockey games.
When indoors, she could often be found with knitting needles in hand or in the kitchen baking up her famous apple crisp.
The family would like to thank the staff at Union Villa for their kindness, dedication, and extraordinary care over the past 10 years.
A private memorial service will take place.
If desired and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario.
Ella Darlene Margaret (nee Rowe) Reid
January 4, 1964 – March 5, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday, March 5th, 2022 at the age of 58 years.
Beloved wife of the late Russell .
Loving mother of Matthew Canning, Bradly Canning, Sandra Canning, Tanya Canning and the late Angela Reid.
Cherished grandmother of Damian, Devon, Caira, Sabastian, Keira, Lily, Atlise, Xavier, Tatiana, Emma, Oden and Olivia.
Dear sister of George Rowe.
Fondly remembered by her nieces Crystal and Nicole. She will be missed by her extended family and friends.
A celebration of life service will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Saturday April 9th, 2022 at 11:00 AM.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
Eric Clifton Prophet
1937 - 2022 On March 25, 2022, after a graceful and courageous journey through this life, we announce the peaceful passing of Eric Clifton Prophet in the presence of his cherished family. In his 85th year.
Beloved husband of Judy Prophet.
Adoring father of Clifton Prophet (Anne), Mary Lue Coote (Robin) and Jane Prophet (Scott).
Cherished grandfather of Lauren, Fraser and Graham Prophet, Andrew and Christopher Coote, Lewis and Eryn Fleming. Loving Uncle to Joy and John Waldie as well as many nieces and nephews on the Nixon side.
Predeceased by his three loving sisters Joy Edwards, Luella Prophet and Beryl Waldie.
His unmatched human connection, and kindness will be forever missed in our own journeys. Cliff’s strong Christian faith and unwavering commitment to the purpose and presence of St. Andrew’s United Church was both a comfort and a calling for him.
Cliff lived an abundant life of service in his beloved town of Beaverton with community and care at the heart of everything he did and was. As a career paramedic and compassionate caregiver Cliff’s light shone brilliantly for all in an unassuming way. His gift of conversation welcomed strangers, comforted friends and cemented relationships to last a lifetime.
A visitation will be held at the Mangan Funeral Home, Beaverton Ontario on Monday March 28, from 7pm - 9 pm. Visitation will also be held on Tuesday March 29 at St. Andrew’s United Church 523 Simcoe Street Beaverton from 1 -3 pm. Funeral service will follow at St. Andrew’s beginning at 3 pm. We ask that you wear a mask for both indoor settings.
In Lieu of flowers, donations to one of the following charities in the name of E.C. Prophet (1937-2022), would be appreciated: St. Andrew’s United Church, Beaverton, Camp Winston https://campwinston.com/donate Lakeview Manor Resident’s Council.