William ‘Howard’ Souter
(November 12th, 1924 - Friday, April 30th, 2021)
It is with great sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of William HOWARD Souter, age 96, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa in the early morning of April 30, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents Muriel Souter and William Souter; his sister Audrey Thompson and her husband Ernie, his first wife for 51 years Norma (Dodd) and his step-daughter Sandra Burnett and her husband Steve.
He will be greatly missed by his wife Marilyn (Smith).
His children Lee Anne Bentley (Ron), Grant Souter (Mary) and Gail Chadwick (Gary); his stepchildren Diane Arsenault (Roy), Rick Smith (Michelle), Fred Smith (Susan), and Cheryl Smith; his grandchildren Michelle Ulch (Mark), Angie Briden (Shawn), Melissa Grieve (Jimmy), Tennille Csanyi, Troy Jenkins (Jessica), Grant Souter Jr. (Erin); and 15 great-grandchildren.
Howard served in World War II. He was honoured to have a poppy on his licence plate and to have a banner displayed in Downtown Whitby for the last three years honouring his service.
Howard was one of the founding owners of Dodd and Souter Paint and Wallpaper, which later became Dodd and Souter Décor Centre in Whitby and Souter’s Variety and Gifts in Coboconk.
Howard was a past-president of the Kinsmen Club of Whitby and a member of the Whitby Royal Canadian Legion #112, Coboconk Royal Canadian Legion #519 and Oshawa Royal Canadian Legion #637.
The family would like to thank the staff at Livita Centennial Retirement Home (formerly Chartwell Centennial Retirement Home), Dr. D’Angelo, and the nursing staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for the care they gave Howard prior to his passing.
A private burial service will be held on Tuesday, May 4th. Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Howard’s memory to the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch # of your choice) or the War Amps.
To place online condolences or memorial donations, please visit armstrongfh.ca or call the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME Oshawa at 905-433-4711.
Walter Altivater
On April 24, 2021 at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa Hospital, the world became a lot less brighter, as a wonderful man I called my husband and best friend of 34 years suddenly left too soon at the age of 74.
Wally was a lover of everything, whether it was people, family, or animals.
He would always have a smile for you as well as a hug and boy those hugs were the greatest.
He is survived by his wife Sheryl (nee: Stokes), His Daughter Sheryl, grandsons Drayven and Gage.
Brother Willi, Mother in Law: Marion LeBlanc, Father in law: David Stokes.
Brother in law of David Stokes(Louise). Nephew Dakota and Great Nephew Xavier, Uncle Archie Langille, Aunt Lorraine Reznak (Joe) He is also missed by many nieces and nephews as well as cousins.
Special daughters Stephanie Pottier and Christie Behm. He is also deeply missed by his fur babies Shadow and Rusty.
He was predeceased by his mother Elisabeth Altvater, Nana Ida LeBlanc, Nephew Brad Baker and Aunt Ruth Langille, as well as so many others.
At this time during Covid-19, there will be no service.
A celebration of life will be determined at a later date.
William ‘Bill’ George Everett Andrews
Passed away on April 19, 2021, in his 89th year.
Predeceased by Ruth Andrews, his loving wife of 65 years. Bill joked she had better be waiting for him.
Bill was also predeceased by his only brother Jack and their parents, Annie and John. He is survived by his sister-in-law Beverley.
Bill’s calm demeanor, gentle voice, sense of humour and love of poetry will be lovingly remembered by his sons and daughters-in-law: Allan and Terry, David and Heather, Glenn and Susan.
He will also be greatly missed by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Tira, Ken, and Minato; Jackie and Matt; Patricia and Mark; Katie, Andrew, and Jaycie; Jake; Jesse; Grace; Chris, Jen, Jakob, and Griffin.
Bill felt he had always been lucky in life and treasured his family and friends.
Like Ruth, Bill’s favourite place in the world was up north at the Bus. He always timed the cooking of baked potatoes while sitting at the campfire: by the time he’d had two drinks (rye and coke) and three smokes, the potatoes would be done.
Bill’s wish to have his ashes put in a whiskey bottle and spread around the Bus will be carried out at a private family gathering, in the near future. There will be no service at this time.
The family wishes to thank the essential healthcare workers for their assistance in his care and final moments.
Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to The Lakeridge Health Foundation, The Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Canadian Cancer Society.
William (Bill) George Everett Andrew
Passed away on April 19, 2021, in his 89th year.
Predeceased by Ruth Andrews, his loving wife of 65 years.
Bill joked she had better be waiting for him.
Bill was also predeceased by his only brother Jack and their parents, Annie and John.
He is survived by his sister-in-law Beverley.
Bill’s calm demeanor, gentle voice, sense of humour and love of poetry will be lovingly remembered by his sons and daughters-in-law: Allan and Terry, David and Heather, Glenn and Susan. He will also be greatly missed by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Tira, Ken, and Minato; Jackie and Matt; Patricia and Mark; Katie, Andrew, and Jaycie; Jake; Jesse; Grace; Chris, Jen, Jakob, and Griffin.
Bill felt he had always been lucky in life and treasured his family and friends.
Like Ruth, Bill’s favorite place in the world was up north at the Bus.
He always timed the cooking of baked potatoes while sitting at the campfire: by the time he’d had 2 drinks (rye and coke) and 3 smokes, the potatoes would be done.
Bill’s wish to have his ashes put in a whiskey bottle and spread around the Bus will be carried out at a private family gathering, in the near future. There will be no service at this time.
The family wishes to thank the essential healthcare workers for their assistance in his care and final moments.
There will be no service at this time.
Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to The Lakeridge Health Foundation, The Heart and Stroke Foundation or to The Canadian Cancer Society.
William Thomas Kenneth Thompson
August 18, 1956 – April 12, 2021
Taken too soon, Bill leaves behind his devoted wife Sandy (Cheeseman) and loving children Ryan (Tania Gonsalves) and Cody (Richard McMaster).
Papa also leaves behind one of his greatest treasures, his grandson Liam and Grandpa Bill will be missed deeply by Acelea. Pre-deceased by his parents (William and Margaret) and sister (Joanne), Bill leaves behind his ‘kid’ sister Tracey (Malcolm Macaulay).
Many who knew Bill as an accomplished businessman, saw a professional, serious individual always taking calls and staying a step ahead of the competition, but that was only a small part of who he was.
For his family and friends, he was a gentle giant. Always putting family first, doing anything he could for someone he cared about, and that was a very long list.
Bill will be deeply missed by his family, including his sister-in-law Sue and brothers-in-law John and Paul (deceased) Cheeseman, nephew Shane (Margot), nieces Erin (Jeremy) and Lindsey, great niece Madi and cousins.
He will also be missed by the very large group of extended family and friends he welcomed into his life along the way.
As a family we have lost a great patriarch.
. The strongest of those is with his partner, Sean Gladney. Their relationship grew from colleagues and partners to a friendship akin to brothers. Sean has been a huge support to Bill and the family throughout the last few weeks, for which we are all eternally grateful. Bill and the family want to thank the wonderful nurses, doctors and staff at both Lakeridge Health – Port Perry and Sunnybrook Medical Centre.
Their care and empathy meant a great deal.
Visitation Arrangements with Wagg Funeral Home on Sunday, April 18th on Monday, April 19th. Due to COVID-19, visitations by appointment. A private family service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, April 19, 2021.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Wendy Lynn Harris
Passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Friday April 9th, 2021 at the age of 66 years.
Beloved wife of Ronald Harris.
Dear mother of Veronica (Steve), Victoria, Vannessa (Mike), Virginia, James (Nicole) and Valentyn.
Loving grandmother of Kieran, Aidan, Gates, Erin, Kaleb, Frankie, Jason, Charles and dear sister to Jack Tupling and Valerie Wells. Sister-in-law to Robert (Sandy), Rose (Randy), Debbie (Randy) and the late Richard.
A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Bowmanville Cemetery on Saturday April 17th.
Memorial Donations may be made to Diabetes Canada.
Walter Bruce Gillespie
January 18, 1924 – April 4, 2021
It with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Walter, suddenly and peacefully at home in his 98th year.
Walter was predeceased by his wife, Jean Marie (Topping) in 2005 and his daughter Barbara Jean (David Bailey) in 2020.
Walter leaves his daughter Jane Palmer (Mike) of Honolulu and his son Chuck (Ainsley) of Beaverton, his grandchildren, Karen Bailey (Mathew Clooney), Brian Bailey (Anita), and Scott Bailey (Christina) and 7 great grandchildren.
Walter was predeceased by all of his siblings, sister Bea and brothers Bill, Doug, Grant and twin brother Ralph.
Walter was born and raised in Orangeville, Ontario where he along with his brothers excelled in hockey and lacrosse. He was a lifelong fan of hockey, especially the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Walter was fortunate to have had a life well lived.
He was able to enjoy his personal interests and pursuits, especially the stock market and the business and sports pages of the newspapers until the very end.
A private family ceremony will be held at a later date.
Those wishing to make a donation in Walter’s memory are asked to consider a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 135 Beaverton.
William (Bill) Henry Davies
(November 20th, 1932 - March 21st, 2021)
BEM “01” to his army friends, passed away peacefully on 21st March 2021, at 88 years old.
He was preceded by his beloved wife Phyllis (nee: Beames) and Grandson Simon (son of Janet and George) back in Wales.
He is survived by his Daughter Janet, Son-in-law George, Granddaughter Amie her husband Parker and Great Granddaughter Freya, who dearly miss him as a rock, friend, and playful Great Granddad, and his Son Paul and Grandson Robert still residing in Wales.
He was very active in veterans groups both in Wales and Canada and will be sadly missed by the many friends he has made over a well lived giving life.
He was a proud member of the Royal Welsh Regiment Association, Ontario Regiment Association, Ontario Regiment Officers Mess, Branch 43 Royal Canadian Legion, Royal British Legion, Korea Veterans Association Canada and The British Korean Veterans.
In Wales and Canada he organised Festivals of Remembrance that raised many thousands of pounds/dollars for the Legions.
He was part of the Memory Project where he gave talks to Schools and Cadet Associations about his military service, and was especially proud of Comparing the Remembrance Service in Memorial Park Oshawa on November 11th for many years.
A special thank you to the staff of the Oshawa Palliative Care Ward, and the team of Home Carers who helped him to stay at home as long as possible.
The Welch Regiment Collect
O God, who hast appointed to men once to die, give thy sufficient grace to thy servants of The Welch Regiment, that we may be faithful unto death by sea and by land, and choosing death rather than dishonour, may ever honour thee, for his name sake who endured the shame of the cross for us through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Arranements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME .
William James ‘Bill’ Menzies
(June 9th, 1945 - March 23rd, 2021))
Bill, our modern renaissance man. A chemistry teacher by profession, he excelled in many areas unrelated to teaching.
Golf he came by genetically as his dad, Jack, was a fine golfer.
Music was another area of skill. He joined a parent band at his son’s school and learned to play the bari saxophone. (Fortunately the band needed a bass guitar player so the saxophone gig was brief.)
He taught himself how to play classical style guitar, folk guitar, blues guitar, took on the banjo, then started crafting cigar box guitars.
Bill even learned to prepare gourmet food with flair rather than as a rigidly controlled science experiment.
There are countless wooden decoys that he hand carved to give as gifts. He thoroughly enjoyed birdwatching wherever he travelled.
And the ultimate, skill with a brand-new designer camera and an endless supply of waterfalls in central Ontario which he visited weekly, bombing around in his Mazda 3.
Such a lot of talent for one lifetime.
Love always from your best friend and wife, Karen. More love from your biggest fan and son, Stuart and his wife, Kristy. Sloppy kisses and sticky hugs from your granddaughters, Claire and Grace. Siblings John and Bette, their spouses, Ellen and Rob, hold you very dear. Adieu.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Canadian Red Cross.
We also encourage you to become a donor to Canadian Blood Services, if you are able.
Messages of condolence and shared memories can be left for the family by visiting barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
William James “Bill” Foskett
February 14th, 1932 - March 16th, 2021
Peacefully with his wife and family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on March 16, 2021 at the age of 89.
Beloved husband of Theresa for 67 years.
Loving father of Debi, Bill Jr., Joanne, Linda (Jeremy), Trudy (Christopher) and Lori (Ken).
Proud grandfather of Leah, Kailey, Adam, Ashleigh, Britney, Rebecca, Bradley, Mitchell, Carley, Delaney and Clarke.
Cherished great-grandfather of Nathan, Jayce, Mikilah, Mason, Freja and Leo.
Son of Alfred and Reva Foskett, Bill grew up in Whitby, one of 13 siblings.
A Private Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 1pm.
If you wish to join via live-stream, please visit W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL website.
Cremation followed by interment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice and condolences may be expressed online at wctownfuneralchapel.com .