Brian James McDonough
Brian James McDonough, lover of family, friends, all things sports and a good Scotch, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday September 29th, 2022 at the age of 70 with his family by his side.
Brian is the loved and respected Dad of his daughter Erika and her husband Kyle Trivett of Little Britain and his son Richard McDonough and his partner Danielle Fraser of Cape Breton.
He is the loved Grandpa of Edwin and Malcolm and is warmly remembered by Adriana McDonough. Floki, Pekoe, Tetley, Chai and Luna will also miss him even though he often said “Get away from me” when they were jumping on him or licking his hands.
He is pre-deceased by his parents James and Margaret McDonough and his niece Nicole.
Loved and remembered by his sisters Sheila Gamna and her husband Bud, Colleen McDonough, Erin Smith and her husband Brian and Maureen Calaminici and her husband Bege.
Fondly remembered by his sisters-in-law Mandy Heyninck and her husband Joe and Theresa Pupulin. Beloved uncle of Ryan, Colin, Brock, Paige, Sean, Amanda, Justin and Nick.
Brian was a graduate of St. Mike’s Catholic School, York University and the University of Toronto where he earned his teacher certification.
He was first-hired by the Durham Catholic District School Board, where he taught mathematics at Denis O’Connor Catholic High School and coached a variety of boys and girls sports teams.
He remained with the DO’C community until his retirement.
He continued to teach students long after, tutoring the teenaged kids of his former students. It is the end of an era to be sure.
Brian’s calmness, patience, quiet manner and wry, playful sarcastic humour that was never hurtful endeared him to all who met him.
He loved hanging out with his family and friends, never turning down an opportunity to share a meal or a drink, watch a game (any game), play a round of golf or to simply sit happily with the people he loved around him.
Rest in peace Coach.
Visitation at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME on Thursday October 6th, 2022 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm with a Celebration of Life at 6:00 pm in the chapel, with a reception to follow.
IRISH BLESSING
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sunshine warm upon your face.
May the rains fall upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.
Barna Meszaros
Died at Centennial Place in Millbrook on Saturday Sept. 24, 2022.
Born in Hungary in 1927, immigrated to Canada in 1957 and settled in Oshawa.
Married to his wife Elizabeth for 73 years and surviving children Ted (Beth), John and Elizabeth.
Predeceased by son Deszo. They have 3 Grandchildren and 6 Greatgrandchildren.
In 1971 the family moved to rural Newcastle.
Where he enjoyed gardening, particularly growing peppers.
Barna was a master at tinkering and seemed to be able to fix or make something out of what others would have thrown away.
A private family service will take place, cremation to follow with interment at Orono Cemetery.
If so desired memorial donations may be made to a CHARITY of your choice.
Betty-Ann Fay Bridge
Passed away peacefully at Glenhill Strathaven on Saturday September 24th, 2022 at the age of 70 years.
Loving mother of Brandon (Erin) Dobrowolski.
Cherished grandma of Zachary, Katelyn and Hannah.
Dear sister to Brian (Kim) Pratt and aunt to Jeffery, Angela and Ruby.
Visitation will be held at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, Bowmanville on Wednesday September 28th from 12 – 2 pm. A Graveside service will follow.
Memorial Donations may be made to The Cancer Society.
Bozidar “Bob” Dobranic
June 17, 1933 - September 18, 2022
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on September 18, 2022 after a valiant battle.
Loving husband of Navenka for over 66 years.
Loving father of Xenia (late Larry), Cecilija Mary (Kerry), Robert (Rhonda) and Richard.
Adored Dido of Jennifer (Arnold), Kristen (Shawn), Jeremy (Devyn) and Jessica.
Great dido of Scarlet, Alister, Avery and Victoria. He will also be missed by his many fur babies.
He will also be missed by extended family from Croatia and across Canada.
Bozidar will be forever remembered for his great sense of humour, dedication to his family and being a generous friend to many.
The family wish to express their heartfelt appreciation to the Palliative Care staff of Lakeridge Health Oshawa for professionalism and care shown to Bozidar and his family.
Friends may call at THORNTON CEMETERY and FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road and off of Dryden Blvd, 905-579-6787) on Monday, September 26, 2022 for visitation from 12 noon until time of Funeral at 1 pm.
Interment will follow.
Donations will be gratefully accepted for Alzheimer Society.
Expressions of condolence may be left at etouch.ca .
Bernadette Pauline Dolan
March 11, 1943 – September, 10, 2022
Bernadette, Dette, Sparky, Big Bernie but most notoriously known as our Mom and Mama, decided to make her angel status official on Saturday, September 10th, 2022 at the age of 79.
There wasn’t much this incredible woman couldn’t do! Stubborn and persistent to a fault, she created the most incredible gardens, sloughing hundreds of pounds of soil, screening and interlock brick to create an amazing backyard oasis!
Over the years, this became a gathering place for family and friends to share stories and an abundance of laughs, when these stories took a turn and her sick sense of humor shone through.
Another gathering place was the “Dolan kitchen” where she dominated as the maker of the “rainbow roast,” an all-around amazing cook, baker and hostess.
Our Sunday dinners will never be the same!
The memories she helped create and the lessons she imparted will live on through her husband Bill, her children Kelly, Trish, Erin and Sean, their spouses and her cherished grandkids Chad, Zachary, Joey, Matthew, Ryan, Adam, Anne, Daaron, Leah, Kaylee, Hayden and Tamara, her four-legged rescue dog and best friend!
She will be greatly missed by her brother, Ronald Auger, sister Mary Ann (Ray) and her many in-laws, nieces and nephews.
A Private Memorial Service will be held at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME .
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Team Chelsea or a CHARITY of your choice.
Online condolences or your favorite memories may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Bernard Leport
JULY 14, 1937 – SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
C’est avec regret que nous annonçons que le 16 Septembre à l'âge de 85 ans Bernard Leport est décédé.
It is with regret that we announce that on September 16th, 2022 at the age of 85, Bernard Leport passed away.
Survécu par son épouse Jeannine Parent Leport. Il laisse dans le deuil son fils Eric, son petit-fils Xavier, sa soeur Huguette, ses cousines Arlette Désir (Jaki) et Elizabeth Touchet (Michel) ainsi que sa belle-soeur Lucie Blais.
Un service du souvenir prendra place au salon funéraire d’Oshawa qui vous accueillera le 1er Octobre, 2022 de 9:30 a.m. à 10:30 a.m. suivi de la cérémonie à 10:30 a.m. à la chapelle.
Survived by his wife Jeannine Parent Leport, his son Eric, his grandson Xavier, his sister Huguette, cousins, Arlette Désir (Jaki) and Elizabeth Touchet (Michel) as well as his sister-in-law Lucie Blais.
A service of remembrance will take place at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME which will welcome you on Saturday October 1st, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. followed by a service at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel.
Livestream Link will follow:.
Bradley Norman Dunnett
April 23, 1946 – September 14, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of Bradley Norman Dunnett announce his passing after a brave battle with cancer on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at the age of 76.
Bradley loved his family very much.
He will always be remembered by his wife and best friend, Denise, and his children Janine (Shawn), Cameron (Tamara) and Justin (Tracy).
His pride and joy were his grandchildren.
He was a proud Pipa to Aidan, Claire, Mackenzie, Kole, Charlotte, Raine and Nash.
A private family gathering will be held.
A public gathering to celebrate Bradley’s life will be held at a later date.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Port Perry Hospital Foundation.
Beverley Ann Clark
Finally at peace at the end of the longest of goodbyes, we are saddened to announce the passing of Beverley Ann Clark on the 11th day of September 2022 at the age of 75 years.
Predeceased by her father Albert (Bert) Crowells and her mother Lillian Lindsay.
Loving mother to Dawn Gorrie (Bret) and David Clarke (Donna), and her bonus daughter Marlene.
She was a wonderful Grandmother “Nanny” to her grandsons Ben, Matthew, Kevin and Jacob and lifelong friend of Nancy Stolk, who will all miss her dearly.
Born and raised in Oshawa, she was a talented dancer in her youth, who married young and spent her life raising her two children.
She devoted her time to caring for others as a nurse, a career she excelled at and so enjoyed.
She ended her career proudly with 23 years at Ontario Shores and in Long Term Care at Fairview Lodge.
Her greatest joy was her family, her pets and her friends with whom she shared her fierce devotion and absolute unconditional love. The family would like to give heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff on Trillium Trails at Hillsdale Estates who cared for her and gave her so much love in her last years.
Special thanks to Debbie for her loving care of Bev and her support for our family through the challenging times of Covid. A special thank you to Marlene Tedesco for her years of devoted care and love, we couldn’t have asked for anyone better.
In accordance with her wishes a private family service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a CHARITY of your choice.
Bruce Allen Jackson
September 25, 1942 - September 5, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Bruce Allen Jackson on September 5th 2022, at the age of 79.
Bruce was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Joyce Jackson (Dunford) for over 60 years, cherished father to loving daughter Cheryl Jackson and her partner Marty Grant, loving daughter Karen Micikyan and her late husband Armad Micikyan.
Proud Grandfather to Stephanie Micikyan, (partner Michael Manuel) Shannon Noble, Eric Micikyan (partner Lisa. Lodewijks) and Ashlyn Noble (partner Nikita Treis), Proud Great Grandfather to Shaelynn Brasseur and brother to Ruth Andrews (Husband Norm Andrews).
Bruce loved being outside enjoying nature and especially animals. Bruce had a special place in his heart for cats, as his family and friends know he would never turn his back on an animal in need, especially a cat.
He had a passion for life, he was a hard worker, had a great sense of humour, he loved making people laugh and treasured the time he spent with his family.
Bruce will be sorely missed by all of his family, relatives and friends.
Arrangements with Accetone Funeral Home.
Donations can be made to the Kawartha Lakes Animal Wellness Society (KLAWS) or the Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes (HSKL).
Barbara “Joan” Lafabiana
Peacefully at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa on Tuesday, August 30th, 2022 in her 87th year, with her children by her side.
Born in Oshawa to the late Vera and Raymond Pettitt.
Loving wife of 50 years to her late husband Leonardo.
Devoted and caring mother of Elisabeth and her husband Shawn of Tennessee, and Mike and his wife Karen of Oshawa. Adored Grandma to Téa and Keira.
Cherished Aunt of Grace Dasberg.
Dearest friend to Kathy Ranstead and the late Marjorie Diskey.
Sister of Sandra Large, Gary Pettitt and the late Don, Keith and James Pettitt.
A special thanks to her dear friend and caregiver Ruby Rose Olay. Her love and kindness towards Joan and the family will never be forgotten.
Thank you to the staff of Hillsdale Estates for their care and compassion.
Joan will be remembered for her smile ad exuberant laugh by all who have met her.
A Celebration of Joan’s life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Joan to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Online condolences can be shared at makfuneralhome.com .