August 30, 1930 – April 3, 2020It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of William (Bill) on Friday, April 3rd, 2020 at Port Perry Hospital in the company of his loving family.Beloved husband of Jean for 67 years.Devoted Father of Janis (Paul predeceased), Jody, and Scott (Lisa).Loving Grandpa to James (Melissa), David (Lorraine), Amanda, Bonnie (Peter), Craig (Anya), Jan, Peter (Lesley), Alexander, and Stephanie. Great Grandpa to Alex, Emily, William, Clayton, Tyler, Kylie, Xavier, Zoey, Oliver, Conor, Pharen, and Maddie.William will be deeply missed by his sister Bertha (Jim, predeceased), Brother-in-law Les Watson (Bella & Kathryn predeceased), Sister-in-law June Watson (Bill predeceased), Sister-in-law Donna Andrechuk & Family.Reunited with his parents, Jean & William Godfrey, Mother and Father- in-laws Ruth & Frank Perrault & Lorne Watson, Sister Bella Watson and Brother James Godfrey.Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, step-sister-in-laws their family and friends. William loved life and lived it to the fullest.He taught us all by example how to love your family, to have a sense of humour, know right from wrong and appreciate the beautiful world we inhabit.A special thank you to the doctors and nursing staff at Lakeridge Hospital, Port Perry (Medical/Surgical Ward) for their care and compassion.Arrangements entrusted to COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL .
Born May 24, 1938. Passed away peacefully at home in Udney on Thursday, March 26th, 2020 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Mary Anne for 57 years. Loved father of Theresa (Gordon), Gerry (Sally), Sandra (John), Stephen (Tammy), Dale (Holly), Chris (Lisa) and Shawn (Randy).Loving grandfather of Spencer (Meaghan), Brianna (Robert), Allyssa (Viet), Ben, Zack, Justin (Jasminn), Ryan (Jessica), Travis (Sara), Claire, Nicholas and Kyle (Holly). Great-grandpa of Brock and Felicity. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Marcella Heitzner and siblings Rita, Robert (Cecelia), Helen (Mark) and Irene.Bill was a man of strong faith and was a member of St. Andrew’s Church in Brechin. He belonged to the Orillia AA group for 27 years and believed we should all live our lives “One Day at a Time." Thank you to all the doctors, nurses and support staff from Princess Margaret Hospital, Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and the Home Care Team who provided loving care to Dad. Due to the current conditions and out of respect for our family and friends, a Memorial Mass will be held at a later date.Memorial donations to the St. Andrew’s Restoration Fund or The Ride to Conquer Cancer (Participant Theresa Robertson) may be made.
December 9th, 1929 - March 26th, 2020On Thursday, March 26, 2020, Winifred Patricia Holliday, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many, passed away of heart complications at the age of 90. Born in Oxford, England on December 9, 1929, she emigrated to Canada after marrying her loving and surviving husband of 65 years, Jim (Heber James) Holliday. It was a grand adventure to emigrate to Canada, and one she tackled head on, and with enthusiasm, as she did most things. Win was a treasured friend by many, and was a joy to spend time with, she loved laughter and fun, and was always up for a lively discussion. Win loved sports – watching sports, especially tennis and English football (soccer in North America). And she loved playing tennis, for many years in a league in Willowdale, and played field hockey games at a local level in England. She was an avid scrabble player – in person and online, always looking for an able adversary, and chasing the best word count. She loved bird watching - especially herons and would search them out whenever she could. Win loved the theatre, playing on stage with the Gladiators in Oxford England, and in Canada going to see plays at Stratford, Shaw, and supporting local theatre groups. She volunteered her caring heart by helping others, mostly to those in hospital. She was a volunteer at St. John’s Rehabilitation Hospital in North York for over 30 years, serving on many roles in the Auxiliary including president on more than one occasion. She also served on the Board at the hospital for a couple of terms. When she and Jim moved to Whitby in 2000, they volunteered their time at the dialysis unit at the Whitby and Oshawa hospitals for many years. Win was always active in her church community over the years, getting involved in youth groups in England, volunteering at church bazaars and serving on the Altar Guild at her churches in Byron, Willowdale and Whitby.Win was preceded in death by her brother Cyril and sister June.She is survived by her beloved husband Jim, her brother Michael, her daughters Jill and Sheila (Michael Tomasek) and her two favourite (and only) grandchildren Cody Veal and Sara Veal. A memorial gathering will be held at a future date.Arrangements entrusted to BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME .Donations can be made to St. John's Rehab Hospital or The Sisterhood of St. John the Divine.
Born May 24, 1938. Passed away peacefully at home in Udney on Thursday, March 26th, 2020 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Mary Anne for 57 years. Loved father of Theresa (Gordon), Gerry (Sally), Sandra (John), Stephen (Tammy), Dale (Holly), Chris (Lisa) and Shawn (Randy).Loving grandfather of Spencer (Meaghan), Brianna (Robert), Allyssa (Viet), Ben, Zack, Justin (Jasminn), Ryan (Jessica), Travis (Sara), Claire, Nicholas and Kyle (Holly). Great-grandpa of Brock and Felicity. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Marcella Heitzner and siblings Rita, Robert (Cecelia), Helen (Mark) and Irene.Bill was a man of strong faith and was a member of St. Andrew’s Church in Brechin. He belonged to the Orillia AA group for 27 years and believed we should all live our lives “One Day at a Time." Thank you to all the doctors, nurses and support staff from Princess Margaret Hospital, Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and the Home Care Team who provided loving care to Dad. Due to the current conditions and out of respect for our family and friends, a Memorial Mass will be held at a later date.Memorial donations to the St. Andrew’s Restoration Fund or The Ride to Conquer Cancer (Participant Theresa Robertson) may be made.
(Retired employee of General Motors; #1 Blue Jays fan) Peacefully at Orchard Villa Long-Term Care, Pickering on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020. Bill, just 6 weeks shy of his 90th birthday. Beloved husband of Sheila (née Wilkinson) of Oshawa and of the late Erla (née Eastman). Loving father of Wayde Johnston (Danelda), (late) Gerald Johnston, Robert Johnston, Christopher Nutt (Cindy), Heather Christensen (Fred), Trudy Snooks (Daniel), Tim Kerswill (Michele) and Adam Kerswill. Dear grandfather of MacGregor and Jordann Johnston, Andrew and Abigayle Nutt, Kai and Jace Kerswill. Brother of Donald Johnston (Dale) and (late) Ken Johnston (Bev). Fondly remembered by extended family and friends. A memorial gathering will be announced at a later date. Donations in memory of Bill to the Durham Region Lung Association, to the Alzheimer Society of Durham or to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Burial arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).
Passed away peacefully at Butternut Manor, Uxbridge on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Roy, in his 87TH year, was the beloved husband of the late Bea Gilbert (2004). Loving father of Don, Doug, Darlene, Lucy (Mark), Barry and predeceased by Debbie. Proud grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Roy is survived by his sisters Beatrice Hockley and Doris Noble. He will be loved and remembered by his extended family and friends. A private family interment has taken place at the Uxbridge Cemetery. A Celebration of Life Service for Roy will take place at a later date. In Roy’s memory donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg on Friday March 20, 2020 in his 93rd year.Beloved husband of the late Mary Margaret (Plunkett) Quigley.Loving father of Susan Barclay (Peter), Marie Lytle (David), Patricia Quigley, Joan Semple (Patrick), Agnes Tose (Walter), Wilfrid Quigley (Kim) and Robert Quigley (Gurpreet Kaur Sodhi).Dear grandfather of Edward (Melanie), James (Amber), Jennifer (Brad), Jaclyn (Kevin), Sara (Stuart), Kelly, Terry Rose, Andrew (Adelle), Patrick, Christian and Gaia.Great grandfather of Megan, Taylor, Nicholas, Presley, Joshua, Keira, Jenna, Katelyn, Tyler, Zoe, Emma Rose, Jaxen, Anson, Cliff, Logan, Xander and Sophia. Also survived by his dear sister Kay Roy and sister-in-law Zeta Quigley.In Wilf’s words, “I am responsible for all these people”! Yes, Wilf you are responsible for all the people and their beautiful memories. From church and community to camping with the family, you taught all who came in touch with you. Your smile and wicked sense of humour, your leadership and support guided all in the right direction.A celebration of Wilf’s life will be announced once this global pandemic recedes and allows the family and friends to get together again.Memorial donations: currently the family is still developing the memorial that best suits Wilf’s love for his community. The plan is to have this charity in place before Wilf’s Celebration of Life.Arrangements entrusted with Ross Funeral Chapel, Port Hope, Ontario.
December 22, 1951 – March 18, 2020Suddenly at his residence in Oshawa on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 at 68 years of age. Beloved husband and best friend of Francine for 22 years. Son of the late Cyril and Hilda (Cleary) Wells of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Stepfather to Jina and Trisha. Papa Billy to Katelyn, Alexis, Henry, Becca, Cassi, Desi and Cruz. Survived by his sisters Janis Wells and Christine and her husband Gary Brideau, his 5 stepbrothers and 2 stepsisters. Bill will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234). Memorial donations to St. Vincent’s Kitchen or a CHARITY of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.
Peacefully at Rouge Valley Centenary Hospital on March 16, 2020 at the age of 84.Beloved husband to Marlee for 64 years and father to Bradley and Janice.Cherished grandfather to Robert, Kenneth, Breanna and Rachel.He will be greatly missed by his extended family and many friends.Visitation at McEachnie Funeral Home, Ajax, on March 19th at 11:00 - 12:00 PM, followed by Chapel Service.
November 19, 1940 - March 7, 2020 GM retiree - Tool and Dye It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Winston at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday March 7th with his loving family at his side.He will be deeply missed by his wife Nina( Belyea) of 56 years.Loved and devoted father of Michelle (Tim) Bykiv of Oshawa and Kendell Dickinson of Vancouver, B.C.Cherished grampy of Kyle Bykiv, Kaitlyn (Hubert) Worsfold, Michael (Emily) Bykiv and Matthew Bykiv, all of Oshawa.Madeleine and Maggie Dickinson of Vancouver, B.C.Great grampy of Elias and Addi Worsfold.Loved brother of Carol (Ray) Stiles of Rockwood, ON. Winston is survived by many nieces and nephews in Ontario and New Brunswick. In keeping with Winston’s wishes, a private family burial will take place.Arrangements entrusted THORNTON CEMETERY and FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa 905-579-6787.Donations will be gratefully accepted for the Carriage Country Baptist Church or the Kidney Foundation.Expressions of condolence may be left at etouch.ca.