Peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at The Village of Taunton Mills at age 94.Thora, beloved wife of Ben Brown for 65 years.Loving mother of Wayne (Chris). Proud grandma of Alex, Evan, and Caroline, and great grandma of Arwyn. Dear sister of Violet and the late Emeline. A special thank you to the staff in the Dryden area at The Village of Taunton Mills for their wonderful care and support.Family and friends will be received at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 101 Winchester Road East, Brooklin on Saturday, September 2nd from 10 am until the time of Memorial Service in the church at 11 am.Interment Mount Lawn Cemetery.Arrangements entrusted to MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME 905-443-3376.In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society or St. Thomas Anglican Church, Brooklin would be appreciated.

(Proud member of Local 397 Carpenters’ Union Port Hope) -On Thursday, August 3, 2017, which was his father’s birthday, a tragic highway 401 accident took the life of Todd Gardiner and his cousin Michael Glazier while on their way to their annual Calabogie Family Golf Tournament.Both were hoping to bring home the championship trophy for a second year in a row. Tragedy struck and this very bright light went out for the last time.Todd was a lover of sports that included ice hockey (OCHL), ball hockey, golf and bowling which he excelled at them all. He also coached young kids in ball hockey and was asked to coach ice hockey in September.When Todd was born he was given a hockey stick by his Uncle Dave and he never gave up the love of the game. Dallas Stars have lost their avid fan! Todd loved Monty Python and would often put on skits.His friends say Todd’s smile would light up any dark room. Todd is survived by many broken hearts; his parents Terry and Pauline, his loving girlfriend Nicole McGee, many aunts and uncles and lots of cousins who were more like brothers and sisters to Todd.To list the names of the many friends Todd had, who considered him their brother and all the broken hearts that were left as a result of this tragic accident, would more than fill this page. Todd had a bright and loving future until this terrible accident took his life. Todd was met at the gates by his grandparents Mary and Bill Glazier, Anthony and Velma Jean Gardiner, Uncle Ken and Aunt Bonnie and his beloved pets Buddy, Toby, Sassy, Chance and Smokey. Like his mother, Todd was a friend to all animals and he will be missed by Rupert and Chloe.The family have asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Humane Society of Durham Region.Relatives and friends may call at Westminster United Church, 1850 Rossland Rd. E. (at Garrard Rd.), Whitby, on Friday August 11th from 12 noon until the time of memorial service at 3:00 p.m., with reception to follow.Arrangements entrusted to McINTOSH-ANDERSON-KELLAM FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558).

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Tina on Monday July 31, 2017, surrounded by her children.Born October 26th, 1939 in Brolo, Sicily to Rosina and Carmelo Cusma, Tina immigrated to Canada in 1957 with a heart full of dreams and aspirations.She was joined by the love of her life Salvatore (predeceased in 2014) in 1959, together they created a magnificent life sharing a song, a story or a dance, life was always full of treasured memories being created.Always a bounce in her step, Tina wasall about time spent with family, creating wonderful meals, with a flair for creating delectable sweets and baked goods.Tina is survived by her loving children Peter (Rosie), Rosa Cannella (Tony), and always bursting with pride whenever she spoke of her cherished grandchildren Samuel Saturno, Amanda Cannella and Jessica Barnes (Chris).Dear sister of Nunziatina Cicero (Salvatore) of Rome, Vince Cusma (Mitch) of Whitby, and beloved sister-in-law of Concettina Gaetano (Argentina), Tindara Giorgio (Sicily), Maria And Francesco Albis (Whitby), Catena and Giuseppe Ziino (Milano), Sarina Saturno (Whitby), Antonino and Antonietta Saturno (Brampton), and Julia and Domenico Scaffidi (Whitby). Predeceased by Rosario Gaetano, Salvatore Giorgio, Sarina and Pietro Albis, and Umberto Saturno. She is fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, godchildren, as well as countless friends.Visitation will be held at the DESTEFANO FUNERAL HOME, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Thursday, August 3rd from 2-4 and 6-9pm.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 903 Giffard Street, Whitby on Friday, August 4th at 11:00am followed by the entombment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.The family would like to give special thanks to Dr Naassan and the Caner Centre Staff who provided Tina with exceptional Care at the Lakeridge Health Cancer Centre for many years, as well as the “True Hero’s and Angels” of the Lakeridge Heath Oshawa Supportive Care Unit, as well as all the nurses and Doctors who contributed to her care.In memory of Tina, donations may be made to R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, or to St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church.

March 6, 1956 ~ July 14, 2017We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Tom Fitzgerald, affectionately known as Tommy, Major Tom or simply Fitz.Tom was a dedicated son, husband, father, brother and uncle.Tom believed strongly in family, public service and education.After articling at the Ministry of the Attorney General, Crown Law Criminal, he became an Assistant Crown Attorney in Durham Region in 1985 and in 1993 he was appointed as the Crown Attorney in North Bay and later the Director of Crown Operations in the North Region where he mentored junior lawyers and was a respected member of the legal community.He worked tirelessly to achieve justice, to help victims of crime and to teach his colleagues the same skills and knowledge that made him an excellent prosecutor.Tom was born into a military family. He joined the Canadian Forces himself at the tenderage of 50 where he completed basic training as a member of the 2nd Battalion of the Irish Regiment alongside soldiers who were half his age.Tom was commissioned an officer and seconded to the Judge Advocate General’s staff in Ottawa for several years.His legal experience made him an enormous assetin assisting with the prosecution of a widely-watched homicide case in Kandahar.Later, Tom deployed for nine months to the NATO Training Mission Afghanistan, Kabul Military Training Centre Advisory Group, Camp Alamo Afghanistan where he helped develop local legal structures and procedures.On returning to the Crown Attorney’s office, Tom was appointed General Counsel for Central East and worked out of the Durham Region office where he renewed many personal and professional relationships. After a reluctant early retirement and despite his illness, Tom continued his teaching efforts by authoring the first book-length treatment of sentencing guidelines for offenders in the military justice system.Tom could not have been more proud of his children: Oliver (29) who was recently called to the Bar; Annie (26) who is a brilliant writer and entrepreneur; and Tamsin (24) whose passion and work for various good causes is boundless.Tom is survived by his children, his wife Joanne Ferguson Fitzgerald (nee Rogers), his mother Dorothy Fitzgerald, and his siblings Patricia, Colleen, David and Jenniferand all their children.The families of both Tom and Joanne offer their deepest gratitude to Drs. Teresa Petrella and Hany Soliman at the Odette Cancer Centre and Dr. Nicolas Phan at Sunnybrook.Lastly, words cannot express our thanks for the support and care received by the doctors, nurses and staff at the Supportive Care Unit (4F) at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa.Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, July 21st from 4 – 8 p.m.Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, July 22nd at 11:00 a.m.Memorial donations may be made to the Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Medical Centre, 2075 Bayview Av

Peacefully on July 13th 2017 at home in her 91st year.Predeceased by her first husband Jim Bujold, her second husband John Bonnetta and her parents Robert and Elsie Gilker.Dear sister of Jean Robertson, Shirley Barter, the late Clifford Gilker, the late Velda Bujold and the late Elizabeth Gilker.Cherished friend of Mae Mitchell.She will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and step-children.A small graveside service will be held at GROVESIDE CEMETERY, 5155 Baldwin Street South, Whitby on August 4th 2017 at 2pm.If desired, donations in Thelma’s memory may be made to the Diabetes Canada.