WEEKS, Mavis Weeks
WEEKS, Mavis Weeks - Passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 86.
Beloved mother of Bill Weeks and his wife Linda Stafford of Edmonton, AB, Linda Michaud and her husband Rick, and Janice Weeks and her husband Greg Rigo.
Cherished grandmother of Sabrina, Jasper, and Wisteria and great-grandmother of Adler, Ella, Caspian, and Eden. Dear sister of Keith Tregunna.
Former spouse of Norman Weeks.
Predeceased by her siblings Lorne, John, Clifford, Rae, and Vivian.
Mavis will be sadly missed by her friends at Parkview Place.
She will be remembered by many as a waitress at many Oshawa restaurants and also as a member of the Canadian Corps.
As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal service.
Online condolences may be shared at www.armstrongfh.ca .
WHIDDEN, Marven Whidden
WHIDDEN, Marven Whidden - It is with profound sadness and heartbreak that we announce the passing of Marven Arthur Whidden, 61 years young, of Bowmanville Ontario.
Forever loved by his wife of 39 years, Janice. Cherished, tough loving Dad of Jeff and Shannon (Danny). Loving grandfather to Chevy, whom the sun rose and set upon.
Beloved brother of Clyde (Cathy), Best Buds, 2 peas in a pod, forever connected in mind and spirit. Marven will be missed by his nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and many friends.
Marven was a huge Toronto Maple Leafs fan. He spent many Saturday nights with friends at his bar “Beleafing” in a win for the team. Algonquin Park was his favourite place, not only for a bonfire & Budweiser, but to capture just 1 more picture of an elusive moose.
His interest in local politics peaked when he tried to run his black lab for mayor.
Who knew this would open the door to meeting many kind people and volunteering on several committees.
Thank you to the paramedics, firemen, doctors, and nurses at Bowmanville Hospital. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
WRIGHT, Lawrence “Larry” Wright
WRIGHT, Lawrence "Larry" Wright - Died peacefully during sleep on July 23, 2024, at the age of 81.
Larry was born in London, Ontario, to Clem and Florence Wright (nee Provost).
Larry is survived by and will be deeply missed by his wife, Anne; their children, David, Chris (Justin), Graham (Jessica); grandchildren, Emilia and Mary; and his brother, Ron (Robin) Wright; and sister, Louise (Terry) Hodgins.
Larry was an enthusiastic dog lover and golfer. He spent his summers at Bruce Beach, golfing, swimming, playing tennis, sailing, and raising his three boys.
He served his community through extraordinary service with Diabetes Canada and Rotary Club of Port Perry.
His impact and presence will be missed by his family, and those in the community where he lived.
William (Bill) Mark Dikianidis
It is with deep sorrow we announce the sudden passing of our loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather on Wednesday July 24, 2024. Bill was 83 years of age. Beloved husband to the late Donna (nee. Wright) (2009) for 50 years. Predeceased by his dear friend Jan (2019). Forever loved father of Lisa (Doug) and Bill (Joanne). Loving grandfather to Jenna, Andrea, Andrew, Kristen and Bradley. Great-grandfather of Marcus, Angelyse, Adrianna, Sofie, Atticus, Mable, Jayce and Jeremy. Survived by his sisters Tessie (the late Jim) and Eileen (Walter).
Bill was a long-time realtor with Royal Lepage in the Brantford area who had earned the respect of his clients through honest and attentive service. He was an active member of the Brantford Golf and Country Club and enjoyed countless rounds of golf with those he considered dear friends. He was a member for many years at the Brantford Club. Bill will be fondly remembered by family, friends and colleagues for his fantastic smile and engaging personality.
We will always remember his great big smile, generous nature & the love he had for his family. The best portion of a good person’s life is in his little nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love. Bill will be in our hearts forever.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the DWAYNE D. BUDGELL Funeral Home Ltd. A Memorial Service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, 688 Mount Pleasant Road, Mt. Pleasant, Ontario on Friday August 2, 2024 at 11 a.m. In Bill’s memory, donations to the Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation would be gratefully appreciated by the family.
Wayne Morin
It is with heavy hearts we announce the death of Wayne Oscar Morin at the Espanola Regional Hospital on July 24, 2024 at the age of 78.
Wayne was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was born in Espanola to Wilfred and Doreen (Leblanc) Morin on March 31, 1946, the youngest of 4 children.
Wayne moved with his family at a young age but returned to Espanola with his wife Rona in 1968 to join the Espanola Police Department. He remained in Espanola and with Rona raised their children, Terry (Tammy) Espanola, Crystal (Colin) Barbados, and Brendan (Trillium) Espanola.
He leaves behind his 4 adored grandchildren, Darian, Landon, Declan and Riley.
Also surviving him is one brother, Donald (late Linda) and many sisters and brothers in law. He was a favourite uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents, brother Gerald (Angie) and sister Mona (late Claude).
In 1980 Wayne suffered a life altering brain aneurysm and despite the challenges this raised for him he maintained his quick wit and sense of humour. He was a beloved hockey coach in his younger years and enjoyed moose hunting, fishing and camping.
Special thank you to all of the nurse angels at the Espanola Regional Hospital who took such loving care of Wayne over the past months as well as to Dr. Ainslie and all of the doctors who were involved in his care.
Family and friends are invited to join us for a Celebration of Life to be held on Thursday August 8th from 1:30 -4:00pm at the Espanola Legion.
If desired donations can be made to the Espanola Regional Hospital Foundation, The Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME Ltd, Espanola.
Walter Ahrens
Walter William Ahrens of Hanover, formerly of Concession 10 Brant, passed away at Hanover & District Hospital on Thursday, July 25, 2024, in his 86th year.
Loving uncle of Joanne Ashley of Collingwood and Grant Robertson and his wife Sarah Slater of Walkerton. Walter will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by his great-nieces and nephews, Rachel, Kara, Liam, Brandon, Moira, and Olivia as well as the entire Ahrens and Kaufman families. He was predeceased by his sisters, Jean Ahrens and Dorothy (Ian) Robertson, and his parents Clarence and Kananda (Kaufman) Ahrens.
Private family interment in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Elmwood.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Canadian Cancer Society, or Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
William McKenzie
Peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 in his 59th year. Loving father of Ryan (Mel), and Russell (Joscelyn); and Grandpa to Olympia, Hudson, Drusilla, and Brooklyne.
A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to be made to a charity of your choice.
WILLIAM (BILL) STANTON SHEA
William (Bill) was born on March 16, 1942, in Toronto Canada, the son of Stanton (Pat) Shea and Grace (née Reinhardt) Shea. He died peacefully in his sleep at home on July 19, 2024. Bill leaves behind his wife of 56 years, Anna (née Kiss), his brother John (Laurie), daughters Christine (Armando), Katherine (Malique) and grandchildren Elizabeth and Nathan.
Bill grew up in the west end of Toronto and lived there his entire life, moving from High Park (Keele) to Islington during his childhood. He married Anna in August 1968 and together they bought their first house in Rexdale, moving to Mapledawn Road in 1974 where he and Anna made a home for their family, surrounded by neighbours and friends.
Bill spent the majority of his working career at Kodak Canada - one of the many members of his family to work there. He retired in 1997 and Anna followed in 2000.
Bill was a lifelong baseball fan. He was in the (freezing cold) crowd for the 1976 opening day game for the Toronto Blue Jays at Exhibition Stadium and he remained a loyal Blue Jays fan his entire life. In the summertime, Bill could be found listening to Jays games while he worked in the yard or while washing his car.
Bill will be remembered for his love of sports and his passion for cars, along with his sense of humor, his amazing intelligence and, of course, his sarcasm. Above all, he’ll be remembered for the deep love he had for Anna during their marriage, through to the end. Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A memorial service will be held at Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West on Friday, July 26th from 4pm-8pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Bill’s name to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation, Toronto General Transplant Foundation or the Dorothy Ley Hospice Foundation.