John (Jack) Pearce
December 25, 1929 - June 24, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John (Jack) Ernest Pearce at the Greater Niagara General Hospital in Niagara Falls on June 24, 2020 in his 91st year.
Born in Oshawa, Ontario on December 25, 1929: predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Rose Pearce (nee Aitchison), his brother, James, and his sister May.
Jack leaves behind his beloved wife of 68 years, Marguerite, with whom he shared a wonderful life of love, laughter and adventure. Marguerite was the love of his life of which they had a special relationship.
He is also survived by his sons Mark (Joanne) and Terry (Patricia); several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and also many nieces and nephews.
Jack grew up in Oshawa, Ontario and started his working career there in 1948 when he started with the S.S. Kresge Company.
This would be the only employer of his working life and he would remain with the company for 42 years until his retirement in 1990.
Jack had a distinguished career with the company with progressive positions that took him to many cities across Canada. Besides Oshawa, he worked in Toronto, Hamilton, London, Kitchener, Edmonton, Welland and Brampton.
In 1969, he became store manager of K-Mart in Shoppers World in Brampton, then District Manager and finally Buyer, Men’s and Boy’s Wear, at the company’s head office in Toronto and later in Brampton.
As a Buyer for K-Mart, Jack had the opportunity to travel extensively on business for the company that took him to such countries as China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and South Korea.
Jack loved to golf and played right up to 2019. Even though he had reduced his game from 18 holes to 9 holes over the last few years, he continued to walk the course and never used a golf cart. He was a member of the Brampton Golf Club for over 45 years. In addition, he loved fishing and cottage life. Jack and Marguerite always enjoyed family get-togethers and hosted wonderful dinner events for Christmas, Thanksgiving and many other special occasions.
In retirement, Jack and Marguerite purchased a retirement home in Port St. Lucie, Florida where they would spend 6 months each year. They enjoyed their Florida home for over 25 years where they had a large network of friends.
Jack and Marguerite also enjoyed travelling and had vacations in Europe, Hawaii and the Caribbean.
In December 2019, Jack and Marguerite moved to Port Colborne, Ontario and subsequently sold their condo in Brampton. Here, they would live close to their son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Patricia. This past May, Jack even rejoined the Port Colborne Golf Club where he was last a member in 1967.
Unfortunately, his sudden declining health prevented him from playing this season.
Jack will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Thank you to the Nurses and Doctors at the Greater Niagara General Hospital who cared for him during his final days after his stroke.
A Celebration of Life for Jack & Marguerite will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m. at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E., Oshawa).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Jeannine Venita Paquet
MAY 25, 1934 – APRIL 23, 2023
Passed away peacefully at Hillsdale Estates LTC on Sunday April 23, 2023 at the age of 88.
Beloved wife of Gerard Mainguy. Loving mother of Larry, Ron, and Sonya (Tim).
Loving stepmother of Deborah Pederson, Mark Mainguy (Pamela) and Kyle Mainguy (Sabrina).
Will be missed by her many grandchildren and great – grandchildren.
Memorial Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Saturday May 6, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the chapel at 10:30 a.m. Donations may be made to Durham Regional Cancer Centre or Kidney Foundation.
Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhom.com .
Johann Bunny Matthews
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Ajax on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at age 83.
Johann, beloved wife of Roger for 67 years.
Loving mother of Dan Matthews (Lori) and the late Shirley Ann Matthews.
Proud grandma of James, Natasha, Ashley, Matthew and the late Joseph and Briana.
Great grandma of 8.
Johann will be lovingly remembered by her sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Family and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whtiby, on Friday, April 28, 2023 from 11 - 12 noon for memorial visitation.
Janice Arksey
November 9, 1951 - April 18, 2023
71 Years Old Passed away suddenly after a battle with a rare cancer at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 in her 72nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Dennis. Loving mother of Robert (Tiffany) and Kiley.
Devoted grandmother of Jarod, Matthew and Karalynne. She will also be missed by her brother Donald.
Visitation will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 9a.m. until the time of service at 11a.m.
In memory of Janice, donations may be made directly to the family or a charity of your choice.
John Cincurak
(Retired General Motors)
May 11, 1929 - April 18, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Cincurak of Ashburn, on April 18th at the age of 93 after a long and courageous battle with illness.
Survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Betty Gardiner Cincurak.
Loving father of Tom Cincurak and the late Jane (Chris).
Cherished papa of Matthew, Nadine, Henry, Simon, Mazy Jane, James, Lindsey, Billy and Claire.
John is survived by his sisters Carolyn & Betty of Leamington, predeceased by his brothers Mike & Andy.
Visitation will be held at St. Thomas Anglican Church (101 Winchester Rd. E. Brooklin) on Thursday May 11 from, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. A Memorial Service will follow in the Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m.
Online condolences may be made at barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com .
Memorial donations may be made to St. Thomas Anglican Church.
Joseph Jean Paul Nadeau
June 8, 1937 - April 17, 2023
Peacefully passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 85, with his beloved wife Claire by his side.
Predeceased by his first wife Rose. Loving father of Josee, Linda, Bregitte, Raymond, Richard and Lee and stepfather of Michael, Monique, Denise, and John.
Cherished Pepe to his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Dear brother of Pierette, Francine, Laurent, Denis, Claude, and Gilles and predeceased by his parents Paul-Henri Nadeau and Marie-Anne Martel and siblings Noel, Rosaire, Janine and Henriette.
Jean Paul will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
As per his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Lakeridge Health Foundation.
Arrangements entrusted to ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME .
Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .
James Ritchie Campbell
Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer at the Ross Memorial Hospital Lindsay, on Sunday April 16, 2023.
Rich enjoyed his retirement life on Canal Lake for many years.
He was also a lifetime member at Cedarhurst Golf Club.
Rich will be remembered by his family and close friends.
If so desired memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
Jacobus (Jake) Van Grootheest
On Saturday, April 15, 2023 Jacobus (Jake) Clazinus Van Grootheest met his Lord and Savior in his 92nd year.
He was pre-deceased by his parents Anthonie and Jannetje (vanReemst) and brothers Cornelis, Jan and Tony (Harmina).
Jake is survived by his wife of 63 years Betsy (Bep) (nee DeVries) and his children Anthony (Sandra), Carolyn (Sean), Neil (the late Lynne), Kathy (Chris), Bernice (Blair), Teresa (Rob), 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
His family deeply mourns the loss of a Husband, Father, Opa, Opa Jake, Brother-in-Law and Uncle. Along with us his friends also lost a true companion. His wonderful warmth to all he met will be deeply missed by those who had the opportunity to know him. Jake lived a life full of joy. Joy in family, joy in friends and the utmost joy in his Lord.
Visitation will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Friday, April 21 from 6-8 pm. A funeral service will be held at Zion Christian Reformed Church, Oshawa, on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 12 noon. A Celebration of Life reception will be held afterwards in the church hall.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to either the St. Michael’s Hospital Foundation or the Lakeridge Health Foundation’s Cancer Care Campaign.
James Robert Baker
With his loving family by his side, James passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday April 15th, 2023.
Much loved husband of Sherry (nee Morrison) for almost 46 years.
Proud dad to Brandon (Katherine), Colin (Lauren) and Craig. Cherished Papa of Ethan Adam, Tanner and Chloe.
James was a loving brother to Ron (Mary Lou) Baker and Catherine Lidstone (Mel).
He was predeceased by his parents Tom & Elaine Baker, brother Kenneth, sisters Gail Cowling and Jean Welsh.
He is survived by his brothers in law Barry Cowling and Larry Welsh, as well as many nieces, nephews and countless friends.
A Celebration of James’ life will be held at SOLINA COMMUNITY CENTRE, 1964 Concession Road 6 on Sunday April 30th, 2023 beginning with a service at 2 pm and reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to an account for Craig Baker for his ongoing care (James’ youngest son) or Solina Community Centre.
Joyce Jaworski
May 19, 1935 - April 11, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Ann Elizabeth Jaworski.
Joyce was 87 and born in Oshawa on May 19, 1935.
Joyce was the youngest daughter of the late William Herbert Gamble and Edith Gamble (née Gutteridge). She was predeceased by her husband, Roman (Ray) Jaworski, her sister, Frances “Fay” Keigan, and her granddaughter Lara Jaworski.
Our Mom will be deeply missed and remembered by her sons Stephen (Sandra) and David (Jeanette) and her grandchildren Shauny (Tom), Miranda, Lucas and Logen. Joyce's extended family and friends will also cherish fond memories of her.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on Joyce’s behalf to the CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) or to the Humane Society.
Visitation will be held at Mount Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 1:30 pm followed by a funeral service at 2:30 pm.