Bruce Smith
March 20, 1967 - December 5, 2021
Age 54. It is with great sadness that we announce Bruce's passing, with his family by his side, due to complications after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
Beloved son of Karen and Murray Smith.
Dear brother of Leslie Iannazzo (Nick); adored Uncle of Caterina, Brianna and Nicholas.
Bruce loved fishing, Karaoke, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and his "sweethearts" at Port Perry Place where he had spent the last 6 years of his life.
We are forever grateful for the wonderful care he received during his time there.
Due to ongoing Covid concerns, we are planning a Celebration of Life which will take place in the Spring.
Donations in Bruce's memory may be made to the MS Society of Durham Region.
Betty Dalrymple
It is with great sadness, we grieve the passing of our dear mother Betty Dalrymple on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at home surrounded by family.
Sorely missed by her 3 daughters, Gillian Cressman, Patricia Farr and Yvette Dalrymple.
Survived by her grandchildren; Christopher Hares (deceased), Deanna Rutledge, Andrea Worr, Colleen Harrison and Kristina Dorfman, 12 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren, her brother and numerous nieces and nephews.
Betty served in the British Royal Airforce during WWII.
She immigrated to Canada in 1946 as a war bride, joining her husband Arthur Burton Dalrymple in Nova Scotia.
In 1992 Betty moved to Uxbridge, Ontario.
She was a very active member of Trinity United Church, the Seniors Centre and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 170. She loved knitting and sewing, was an avid quilter making more than 50 quilts for family and friends.
Special thank you to Dr. Sonya Cull for providing Betty with extraordinary care and Reverend Karen Croxall for providing comfort and compassion.
Service at Trinity United Church, 20 First Avenue Uxbridge, Ontario on Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. COVID restrictions are in place. A Celebration of Life, following the service at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 170, Uxbridge. COVID restrictions apply, including proof of vaccination is required.
If desired memorial donations may be made to Trinity United Church or the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 170.
Betty Caroline Martin
( Retired General Motors Canada )
Peacefully at Fairview Lodge Whitby on Friday November 26th, 2021, in her 91st year.
Betty will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
Her love of everything Christmas, including her large collection of Dickens Village houses, and one room devoted to Christmas year-round, along with her ‘Community In Blooms’ award-winning gardens, were always appreciated by everyone who knew her.
Betty was an excellent seamstress, making many of her own clothes, and she loved music (Xmas especially!) played loudly on her stereo.
Betty spent many happy hours at the family cottage in years past, swimming & enjoying boat rides.
As were Betty’s wishes, a private cremation and service will be held.
Ben (Bernardus) Johannes Lamers
In his 87th year, Ben passed away peacefully Monday November 29th, 2021 at Port Perry Place, his residence for the past six and a half years.
Ben was predeceased by his loving wife Mia (Maria) with whom he shared the best moments of his life.
Proud and cherished father of son Michael (Cheryl).
Adored Opa of Alison (Justin Blanchet), Benjamin Lamers, and the late Mikey Nammour.
Dear brother of the late Henk (Anna), the late John (the late Mia), the late Herb (the late Nell), Tony (Jackie), Martin (Marian), Thea (the late Lambert), Corrie (Adrian), Betsy (Omer), Annie (Lawrence), Nelly Lamers and Walter Lamers.
Ben will always be lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews as well as the extended family of his wife (Doleweerd).
Ben’s life story can literally be divided into four distinct periods. The first, being one of his time spent growing up in the Netherlands.
He cherished his childhood memories and was often drawn to thoughts of what life would have been like had the family not immigrated to Canada.
The second period was that of adjustment and growth.
It was during this time that he accepted the fact that he wasn’t “going home” and he was to establish a family of his own and to make the most of his drive and determination to become a skilled tradesman (bricklayer) who would, along with his brother Henk, create Lamers Brothers Construction, a successful company that built custom homes in the Durham Region.
It was also during this time that he made a name for himself as a “fantastic little soccer player”, known to many local fans and fellow players who frequented the many pitches in Oshawa at the time.
The third was his transformation into the role of being Opa. It was here where he shone the brightest.
He had no pressure to succeed, only to be his natural, caring self. He once said that if he wasn’t working building homes, he would have loved to be “part of a circus”. His ability to be a performer of sorts surely gave him the ability to become a fabulous grandparent.
A role he was extremely proud of.
The fourth and final phase would be the period of slow decline and living with Alzheimer’s. He had difficulty accepting the cards he had been dealt, but he was still able to make others laugh and smile.
Ben will surely be missed by all who loved him.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to all staff at Port Perry Place for their kind words and care for Ben.
A private ceremony has already taken place.
Donations will be gratefully accepted at the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region in Ben’s name.
Arrangements have been entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby, ON.
Bob Carrier
Peacefully, on Monday, November 22, 2021, at Extendicare Nursing Home in Lindsay, at age 96.
Bob Carrier, beloved husband of the late Dolores (nee Patenaude). Loved father of Sheila, Kathleen (deceased), Michael, Bobby, Mary Lynn and Tom.
Loving grandfather of Kathy, Rhiannon, Morgan, Meaghan, Tiffany, Peter, Lindsey, Katrina, Robin, Patrick, Samantha and Darci and great grandfather of 9. Survived by his siblings Ruth, Vince, Eileen, Helen and Rita.
Private Funeral Arrangements.
If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the CHARITY of your choice.
Bobbie Manorath Sankar
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Bab.
On November 20th, 2021, at 2:51 our Bab passed away surrounded by her loved ones.
Babita Manorath - Sankar born January 29th, 1969, was a devoted wife to Clint; loving mother to Felicia (Andres),and Christian (Shawna), and cherished grandmother to Amias.
Survived by her mother Indranie (the late Reynold) and late grandmother Dookhnie. She was a dedicated and loved sister to Michael and Patsy.
She devoted her life to her family and always gave the full measure, never leaving a stone unturned.
She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her grieving family, including her aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and respected others.
Visitation will be held at the DeStefano Funeral Home, Oshawa, on Tuesday November 23rd from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be at the Funeral Home on Wednesday November 24th at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Groveside Cemetery in Brooklin.
If desired, memorial donations to CAMH would be appreciated by the family.
Bev Burrows
Passed peacefully at Lynde Creek Manor, Whitby on Thursday November 18th, 2021.
Bev, beloved wife of the late Gord, for 51 years.
Loving mother of Gord and his wife Rhonda.
Devoted Nanny to Samantha and Patrick.
Dear sister of Russell and his wife Evelyn Doyle, Helen Schneider and Marylou Bird. Will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews and their families.
Relatives and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home, Whitby. Registration required to attend visitation on Wednesday November 24, 2021 from 2-4 or 6-8 p.m. and/or if you wish to attend the funeral service on Thursday November 25th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will follow.
Donations may be made to a CHARITY of your choice
Barbara Viola Tozer
(Retired employee of Chrysler Trim Plant Ajax) Peacefully at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa on Wednesday November 17, 2021.
Loving partner to Kevin Moores.
Beloved mother to Christopher (Karen).
Will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and her many friends.
A memorial visitation will be held at a later date.
Donations in memory of Barb may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Brian Blaine “Chum” McMinn
Thursday, April 14th, 1983 - Saturday, November 13th, 2021
Passed away suddenly at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Saturday November 13, 2021, at the age of 38.
Son of the Late Brian McMinn, and Corinne McMinn.
Dearly missed by his sister Darcy McMinn (William McMahon), nephew Samuel, and niece Elizabeth.
Chum will be ever remembered by his many friends, and extended family.
Friends are invited to call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Monday November 22, 2021 from 10:00 AM until time of service in the chapel at 11:00 AM.
Registration is required to attend, and masks are mandatory.
To register please visit armstrongfuneralhome.ca or call 905-433-4711.
Barbara Gibson
September 1954 - November 2021
Barbara Olive Gibson, 67 years old, of Oshawa, Ontario, passed away on November 13, 2021.
She was born September 15,1954 in Toronto, Ontario to Earl and Elizabeth Goldstein.
She married her best friend and love of her life Kenneth John Gibson on September 18, 1976.
Barbara was a loving and devoted mother to Craig Gibson (Shyla), Dawn Constantinou (Josh) and Aaron Gibson.
She loved her children and embraced every moment with them.
She especially loved her role as Granny to her five grandchildren Jack, Quentin, Bodhi, Peyton and Thomas.
Her life was filled with laughter, joy and love.
A private family service was held.
Donations may be made to Parkinson Canada (www.parkinson.ca).