Jone Richard Cook
It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Richard Cook age 74 of Oshawa Ontario passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday May 5th, 2023.
Loving husband of Jean Cook, father of Steven (Stacey), Jacalyn, grandfather/great grandfather of Dawna, Amanda, Joey, Makayla, beloved son of John E Cook & Hilda Jean Cook (predeceased), brother/sister Al (Clara), Rob (Pat), Mike (Sandra), Sandra, pre deceased Sharon (Dennis), Peter.
Missed and loved by many nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.
Small graveside ceremony will be held at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY 21 Garrard Rd. Whitby ON. on May 18th at 10 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory may be made to any charity of your choice.
Joan Josephine Bumpus
AUGUST 18, 1938 – MAY 3, 2023
Peacefully, with her family by her side at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Wednesday May 3, 2023 at 84 years of age.
Beloved wife of John for 61 years.
Beautifully cherished mother of Gary, Stephen (Colleen), Susan, John (Nicolle) and Joanne (Daniel).
Loving and devoted Grandma of Jerica (Dylan), Travis, Tyler (Nadya), Johnny (Erin), Daniel (Lisa), Holly, Nathan (Judy), Nicholas, Braydon and Rachael and Great Grandma to Fern Anastasia.
Dear sister of Patricia, Erica and the late Roy. Joan will be fondly remembered by her extended family and many friends.
Visitation will be held at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL , 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) on Thursday May 11th from 12:30 p.m. until time of funeral service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Cremation to follow.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Lung Association would be appreciated.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at courticefuneralchapel.com for the Bumpus family.
Funeral Service may be viewed via livestream using the link below:
https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/73940.
Joseph Couthino
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Joseph Couthino on Friday May 5th, 2023.
Beloved husband of Angelina Couthino (nee Pinto) for 50 years.
Cherished father of Mario and Josephine Couthino, Celine and Clive Rodgers and Sharon and Kevin Lobo. Proud grandfather of Megan, Jordan, and Khloe
Loving brother of Mary and (late) Balthazar Martis, Philomena and (late) Dominic Fernandes, Pauline and (late) Eric Colaco and brother in law of Rosaline and Walter Lobo
Joe was predeceased by his parents Sebastian and Helen. He will be dearly remembered by all his extended family, including his nieces, nephews, cousins as well his numerous friends in Pakistan, India, Canada, USA and Australia.
Visitation will be on Sunday May 7, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday May 9, 2023 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church (1001 Ravenscroft Rd. Ajax) with interment to follow.
James Lloyd Harren
JUNE 18, 1957 – APRIL 27, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jim.
He was the son of Ott and Betty Harren, dad and best friend to his son Tyler.
Brother to Helen McCracken (Bob), Merle Carmichael (Bob), Linda Gabovic (Vic), Jane Colbary (Dale), Jean O’Connell (Dave) and Tim, and predeceased by his brother Tom and his sister Brenda Tackaberry.
Uncle to several nieces and nephews.
As per Jim’s wishes, there will be no service.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .
John (Jack) Randolph Churchhill
November 10, 1935 - May 1, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected death of Jack Churchill at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Beloved husband of Gillian Marjorie (nee Grepe) for almost 59 years.
Much loved son of the late John and Florence Churchill.
Cherished brother to Lorraine and the late Douglas Churchill.
Dear brother-in-law to John Grepe (Gail), Nancy Grepe (Michael Brown) and the late Margaret Grepe and Janet Hoare.
A generous and loving uncle to Jennifer Hamilton (Daniel) and John Churchill (Kerri), and to Anne Hoare (Michael) and John Hoare (Susan), Christa Ruhl (Christian) and Robert Grepe (Amanda).
Great-uncle to Charlotte, Sophie; Ella, Lily, Harrison; John Paul; Emma, Jessica.
He had a long and successful career as an insurance broker with Tomenson Saunders (now Marsh). A great lover of Dixieland Jazz, he played drums with The Hammered Brass.
A life-long sports fan, Jack started coaching local Leaside baseball and hockey teams in his twenties and more recently became a soccer fan, particularly of his English Premier League team, Liverpool.
Fondly remembered by everyone for his great sense of humour, and infectious laugh. Always a believer in giving back, he was an active supporter of multiple charities; a more sincere, caring and generous person one could never know.
Condolences may be made through the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME at armstrongfh.ca .
The family will receive friends at 900 Wilson Road North, Oshawa on Saturday, May 27th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
If desired, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
James McGee
We are heartbroken to announce Jim’s peaceful passing on April 30, 2023 in his 80th year.
His family greatly blessed him in his homegoing.
Born in 1942 in Prince Edward Island, Jim connected with everyone with his sense of humour, kindness and love throughout his life.
Jim was very fond of his church family and took care of the church grounds for over thirty-five years. He also greatly enjoyed working the church sound system for over thirty years.
Little Blessings Nursery School he cared for daily for many years. Making the children laugh, doing repairs, doing whatever he could to be of service. He was dearly loved.
His life’s work was at General Motors participating in union capacities and in the last number of years as District Committee man. His kindness and thoroughness of task provided the workers with direction and support.
Retiring in 1994, he enjoyed his backyard garden and home. His family was his life and he will live on in them.
A special thanks to the caring team of nurses and Doctor Chong at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on 7C floor. His memory will be cherished forever.
Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years, Eunice McGee; his daughters; Christine (Paul), Debbie (Jason), his grandchildren; Kailan (Kevin), Jacob (Amanda), Sarah (Kelly) and Rachelle (Dylan) and Natasha, his great grandchildren; Mila and Todd.
Predeceased by his parents Mildred and James McGee. Jim's 16 brothers and Sisters: Wayne (Winnie, deceased), Inez (Graham deceased), Ben (Dianna), Raymond (Dorothy), Joyce (Pat), Elaine (Danny deceased), George, Beatrice, Leo (Kathy), Evelyn (Glenn), Douglas, Theresa, Margaret, Louis, Danny, Dianne (Bill).
He is fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, May 4th at Whitby Free Methodist Church, 1916 Rossland Rd. East, Whitby from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a Funeral Service to follow. Funeral arrangements with Mount Lawn Funeral Home, Whitby.
A private interment will take place at MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY .
John Welker
October 19, 1963 - April 29, 2023
Suddenly passed away on April 29, 2023 in Markham, at the age of 59.
Beloved son of Marilyn and the late John Welker.
Loving brother of Bill (Bill) and Tim (Melissa).
Dear uncle of Dustin, Jade, Hayley, and Shelby.
John was a hardworking man, who put all his effort into everything he did.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 1-2 p.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 2 p.m.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
John Gyurka
Peacefully on Wednesday April 26th, 2023 at Peterborough Regional Health Centre at the age of 93.
Loving father of Cathy Lyn Rapier (Brian).
Beloved grandfather of Lisa Vandepol and great-grandfather of William Reid Shaw. Predeceased by his brother Steve Gyurka.
Will be dearly missed by his girlfriend of 38 years Norma Payne.
A private family service was held on Monday May 1st, 2023 at McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
Donations in memory of John can be made to any cancer related charity.
Online condolences can be shared at makfuneralhome.com .
Joan Ann Evelyn
July 29h, 1940 - March 29, 2023
Peacefully passed away with family by her side on March 29, 2023 at Wynfield Long Term Care, in her 83rd year, after a lengthy struggle with diabetes.
Born in Bridgetown, Barbados on July 29, 1940.
Predeceased by her loving parents Leone & Sydney Evelyn and her sister Debra.
Survived by her siblings Sydney (Joy), Bernadette Cover (the late Frank), Leo (Kathy), Victor (Mary Lou), and Dwayne (Diane). Joan Ann will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and extended family.
Joan Ann was an avid skier and owned a ski chalet in Collingwood for many years that was enjoyed by family, friends and co-workers. Joan Ann took a retirement package from General Motors Oshawa Ontario after more than 30 years of service. She then followed her passion for Astrology and founded Astrological Consultations.
She was a well-known advisor, lecturer and teacher. Joan Ann was the President for many years for the Canadian Association for Astrological Education (CAAE) and taught Astrology at Durham College.
Joan Ann was a Toastmistress and member for more than 25 years of the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW) in Durham.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 10-11 a.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa). A Memorial Service will follow in the Chapel at 11 a.m.
Urn Burial to follow at Thornton Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association.
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
Jack Russel Breen
(retired District Chief Toronto Fire Department)
Passed peacefully at Belleville General Hospital on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at age 87.
Jack, beloved husband of Marguerite Breen of 61 years.
Loving father of Lloyd (Chris), Deborah (Kevin Warnes) and Jacqueline (John Aldridge). Dear brother of Ross (Irene).
Jack will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, great grandchildren.
Family and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Monday, May 1, 2023 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 2:30 pm.
Interment MOUNT LAWN CEMETERY .