Tony De Cristofaro

Tony De Cristofaro

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(March 16, 1944 – October 19, 2020)Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, October 19th, 2020 at 76 years of age. Beloved husband of Eileen for 52 years. Loving father of Colin and his wife Lisa and Trevor and his wife Angela. Cherished Grandpa of Marissa and Nicole. Dear brother of Teresa Flood.Tony will be fondly remembered by his extended family in England and Canada and his many friends. Tony had a passion for playing the guitar and piano, he loved his music and enjoyed his gardens. Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, October 22nd from 11:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to Lakeridge Health Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

Date of Birth
1944-03-16
Date of Death
2020-10-19
Date of Funeral
2020-10-22
Terence “Terry” Hannon

Terence “Terry” Hannon

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Passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday October 17th, 2020 at the age of 74 years.Terry, loving husband of Janet of 53 years.Beloved father of Dan (Pam), and Kim (Dennis).Cherished grandfather of Janelle, Jordon (Kelly), Declan and Chloe. Great grandfather of Matteo and Sophia. Dear brother of Pat (Steven), Dave (Marylou) and Carmel (Donnie).Predeceased by his brother Jim, Joe, Mike, Gemma, Frances and Mari.Terry had a love of animals and enjoyed his cat Pixie and the late Sabrina.In lieu of flowers, donations to Humane Society of Durham Region would be greatly appreciated.Arrangements with Mount Lawn Funeral Homw, Whitby. Cremation at Mount Lawn Crematorium.

Date of Death
2020-10-17
Date of Funeral
2020-10-17
Thelma June Burgess

Thelma June Burgess

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(June 2, 1928 – October 13, 2020)Safely departed to her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 in her 92nd year with family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Allan George. Loving mother of Allan Burgess, Pamela Mitchell (Edwin), Robin Bowler (David), Melodie Foote (Raymond), and Pauline Marwan (Tariq).Cherished grandmother of 9 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.Dear sister of Doreen Godier (the late Roly), and nieces and nephews. Special thank you to the PSWs for all their support and compassionate care. She was a woman of the highest character and integrity - kind, caring and compassionate, and a dedicated follower of Jesus. She will be missed by all who loved her. Family and close friends are asked to celebrate Thelma’s life at Carriage Country Baptist Church, 4830 Trulls Road, Hampton (905-576-7222) on October 20th from 1pm for visitation until the start of the service at 1:30pm.Arrangements entrusted with OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME .Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery, 1200 Thornton Rd N, Oshawa.If desired, donations in Thelma’s memory may be made to Carriage Country Baptist Church by mail to the address above or online at www.ccbch.com . “And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.” ~ Revelation 14:13.

Date of Birth
1928-06-02
Date of Death
2020-10-13
Date of Funeral
2020-10-20
Twila Ball

Twila Ball

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(February 25, 1933 – October 13, 2020)Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 in her 88th year.Devoted wife to the late Harold Ball (2009), Twila was the loving mother of Stan (Debbie), Stephanie (Michael), Vicki (Martin) and Vincent, and beloved Nanny to Katelyn, Blair, Connor, Christine, Alex, Lauren and Brandon. She was predeceased by her parents Art and Lillian Parry of Oshawa, and her brothers Art and Reg.A retired employee of the Durham Board of Education, Twila was a longtime member of Lakeridge Health Oshawa Auxiliary and was recognized for her service at the Hospital Auxiliaries Association of Ontario Gala Banquet in 2013.She loved her volunteer work, donating time to many local charities, and instilling volunteerism as a character trait in her children and grandchildren.Twila especially enjoyed travelling the world and visiting local restaurants and cultural events. She loved spending time with her many friends.A strong, fiercely independent woman, Twila set an example for her daughters and for future generations. Determined to give all of her children the opportunities she never had growing up, Twila spent many hours in local gymnasiums and concert halls, cheering them on, and later did the same with her grandchildren. She also helped develop an appreciation of the arts, by taking her children and grandchildren to many theatrical and musical performances, both locally and in Toronto.In accordance with Twila’s wishes, cremation has taken place.As an expression of sympathy, donations to Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre or the Hospital for Sick Kids Foundation will be appreciated.Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at OshawaFuneralHome.com .A celebration of Twila’s life will be held at a future date in 2021.

Date of Birth
1933-02-25
Date of Death
2020-10-13
Date of Funeral
2020-10-13
Tony O’Brien

Tony O’Brien

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(December 18th, 1959 - October 3rd, 2020)Tony was the keystone of his family, a man filled with generosity who dedicated his life to the happiness of those who surrounded him.He passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October the 3rd, 2020 at the age of 60.He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, son, uncle, and friend.He is survived by his wife Lesley, his children Neil, Spencer, and Courtney, his grandchildren Ryder, Max, and Lennon and his siblings Marta, Kandice, and Vincent.He was selfless, loving, kind, and made a positive impact on all those who were lucky enough to know him.No matter how you knew Tony, he was always there to lend a hand. He coached any sport you could and was a mentor to all. He loved to golf, spend time with his grandchildren, and to connect with lifelong friends.He worked tirelessly to provide for his family and to spoil his wife, always thinking of others first.Above all else, Tony was a family man and leaves behind a legacy of caring, kindness, and unmatched love. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten. Visitation at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby on Friday from 11:30-12:30. (Covid Protocols will be strictly enforced). Private family service will follow in the Barnes Chapel Friday afternoon. Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .

Date of Birth
1959-12-18
Date of Death
2020-10-03
Date of Funeral
2020-10-03
Tullio Russo

Tullio Russo

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(November 4th, 1931 - September 23rd, 2020)Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at his home, at the age of 88.Predeceased by his beloved wife Lillina.Loving father of Maria, Lisa and Anna. Cherished Nonno of Justine (Alex), Micaela (Zach), Lucas and Noah. Tullio will be fondly remembered by his family, friends and neighbours. Tullio will always be remembered as a dedicated family man, a true gentleman with charisma and charm. His friends and family will miss his dry sense of humour, kindness and generosity. We take comfort in knowing that he is at peace and reunited with Patches and his beloved wife.Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 27th from 3 – 6 p.m. at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa).A Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, September 28th at 10 a.m. at St. Gertrude’s Catholic Church. Please register for the visitation and funeral by using the RSVP tab at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME or by calling 905-433-4711.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the entombment at Resurrection Cemetery will be private.Online condolences may be left at armstrongfh.ca .

Date of Birth
1931-11-04
Date of Death
2020-09-23
Date of Funeral
2020-09-28
Terasa Jane Fraser

Terasa Jane Fraser

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(March 4, 1939 - August 27, 2020)During the early morning of August 27, 2020, Terasa Jane Gizelle (Tourangeau) Fraser died in her sleep of natural cause at her home in Brooklin, Ontario.Born the eldest child on March 4, 1939 in Ottawa to Maria Alberta and Edward Robert Tourangeau, “Tess” leaves behind eight surviving siblings of fifteen children.Life partner to William Douglas Fraser (deceased, 1994), she will be remembered as loving mother to Lisa Anne Fraser, William Boyd Fraser (Jane Marie) McAvoy, and Robert James Fraser. Mere Mère was an affectionate French Canadian term of endearment to grandchildren Elizabeth Mary Fraser, William James Fraser, Leo John Paul Fraser and Reta Jane Marie Fraser.Terasa has left behind many nieces and nephews and their children in turn.As the eldest, she kept alive the family’s ancestral Métis heritage through the stories and philosophy given to her from her Mere Mère.Terasa was a poet, avid letter writer and fine artist who always included singing in French and English in her classroom. She loved to sing.A caring person of considerable talent in the field of teaching, Terasa’s career began with her care and guidance of sisters and brothers that self-determinately transformed into a life long journey upon graduating from the Ottawa Teachers College in 1957. She left full time teaching with the Durham Catholic District School Board in 1996. Terasa was certified in good standing and periodically taught, only officially retiring, in 2008.Her career as a classroom teacher included the role of acting Principal at the initial opening of St. Leo Catholic School in Brooklin and worked for many years as primary support with students with special needs. Elected to the OECTA Durham Unit executive and recipient of the unit’s President Award in 1986, Terasa’s most treasured professional achievement was having former students take the time to stop and remind her of their fond classroom memories.Her passionate and innovative teaching style could be described as ahead of its time; filled with fun and active holistic methods. She often expressed a child based approach to learning as evident by the claim to have achieved three university degrees named Lisa, Billy and Bobby.Always supportive, Terasa had an unending belief in the potential of her children and grandchildren, and future generations’ ability to make a better world. Terasa selflessly supported family and extended family struck with cancer or life threatening health emergencies during retirement.As someone who taught through example she helped organize the first Brownie pack in Brooklin, Brooklin Kinettes and could be found knocking on doors in Brooklin seeking donations for the MS Society of Canada, Kidney Foundation, Heart & Stroke Foundation and Denise House.Her compassion for the marginalized made fundraising for the St. Francis leprosy organization especially close to her heart. She demonstrated to all who kne

Date of Birth
1939-03-04
Date of Death
2020-08-27
Date of Funeral
2020-08-27
Tillie Bedard

Tillie Bedard

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With great sadness, the family announces the passing of Matilda Louise Bedard (Tillie) on August 28, 2020 at Burnbrae Gardens in Campbellford, Ontario in her 82nd year.She is survived by her dearly beloved husband of 62 years, Richard Bedard.She was the daughter of the late Albert and Carrie Gander of Blenheim, Ontario.Tillie was a loving and devoted mother of Michael and Alexandra Bedard of Brighton, Ontario and Paul and Karen Bedard of Kemptville, Ontario. She was a cherished Nana to Colin, Justin, Matthew and Emily.She will be deeply missed by her sister Priscella McMullen, nieces Sarah McMullen, Barbara Beatty and husband David. As well as nieces and nephews originally of Ridgetown, Ontario.Tillie’s greatest joys were spending time with family, picking wild blueberries and looking for sea shells on the beach. She had such a talent for gardening, baking, wood working and sewing projects.Tillie was known as the ‘cookie lady’ by all of the dogs in her neighbourhood. She had an infectious laugh and a great sense of humour.The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Island Park Retirement Residence and Burnbrae Gardens for their exceptional support and care.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memoriam to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.

Date of Death
2020-08-28
Date of Funeral
2020-08-28
Theresa Mary Coles

Theresa Mary Coles

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Passed on Saturday August 29, 2020 at home surrounded by family.Wife of the late William Coles.Mother of Debbie, Dan, Ron and Jason.Grandmother of Steve, Camille and Harley.Great-grandmother of Austin, Isabella and Teegan.Mother in law to Karen, Bonnie and Debbie. She will be greatly missed by all. Loved by her family in Price Edward Island.A private family service will be held with interment at Orono Cemetery.If so desired donations may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Hospital Foundation.

Date of Death
2020-08-29
Date of Funeral
2020-08-29
Ted Graham

Ted Graham

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September 10, 1974 - August 12, 2020 Suddenly at home in Oshawa after many years of mental health and addiction issues.Devastated and missed by his parents Susan and John Price, and David and Karen Graham.Survived by his siblings Michael Graham (Justine), Matthew Graham (Kristina), Bob Price (Dena), Michelle Senior (Dale), and Shaun Price.Proud and loving uncle to Emma (Troy), Dalton (Alyssa), Melissa (Riley), Cassidy, Alexis (John), Madelyn, Harrison, Ross, Rory, and Robert, great uncle to Ben, Ashton, Jesse, and Colton.Survived by aunts, uncles, and special cousins Scott, Brian, and Jen Ivay and numerous cousins he “..never saw enough of!” (His words)Arrangements and memorial service to be held at the McEachnie Funeral Home.A graveside service will take place at a later date in Ottawa where Ted will be laid to rest alongside his maternal grandparents.If so desired, donations in Ted’s memory to Pinewood Centre of Lakeridge Health, Oshawa would be appreciated.

Date of Birth
1974-09-10
Date of Death
2020-08-12
Date of Funeral
2020-08-12