Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 13, 2008 in his 70th year.  Jimmie is survived by his wife, Barb of 52 years.  Loving and proud father of Heather and Paul Blaney and Richard and Chantel Stringer.  Amazing and very fun "Poppa Jim" to Jeff and Erin Blaney and Liam Stringer. Jimmie is survived by his twin brother John, Evelyn (Roger), Edward, Annie (Wayne), Brenda (Steve) and numerous nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by brothers and sisters Charlie, Barbara, Freddie, Herbie and Joanie.  Very special Tio to Jack, Jacqualine (Anselmo), Bobbie, Brian and Shawna.  Jimmie will be greatly missed by all his extended family and friends.  Your kind heart and amazing sense of humor will be with us forever Dad.  We all love you! 

At Jimmie’s request there will be a Memorial Service on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 1 p.m. at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division Street, Bowmanville.  Visitation one hour prior to service from 12 noon – 1 p.m.

(lifelong resident of Whitby, Ontario) passed away peacefully to be with his Lord and Saviour on Thursday, May 8, 2008, in his 82nd year.  Survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Campbell.  Loving father of daughters Carolyn (Jim), Jane (Tony), and sons Robert (Barbara-Jane), Christopher (Laura), and Timothy (Lorna).  Missed by nine grandchildren.  Brother of Paul, Archie, Phyllis, and the late Ron, Miriam, and Ruth. 

A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Wednesday, May 14, at 1:00 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service.  Interment Bond Head Cemetery, Newcastle.  Donations in Fred’s memory to the Alzheimer Society or Newcastle United Church would be appreciated by his family.  (Expressions of sympathy may be made on-line through www.newcastlefuneralhome.com.)

With profound sadness the family announces the passing of their beloved father Bernard, from Oshawa on May 08, 2008.  He was born on July 31, 1924 in the village of Lansing Ontario, the eldest child of Zelia Robitaille and Roy Dickey.  Dear brother (Buddy) to Helen wife of William Weatherup (deceased), Teresa wife of Bob Herron (deceased), Matthew husband of Margaret Bonnin, Anna wife of Russel Vaillancourt (deceased), Edith wife of Ernest Merkley (deceased), Thomas husband of Agnes Bonnin, Margaret (deceased) wife of John Moreau, Agnes wife of Patrick Dunn (deceased).

Bernard spent the early part of his life in Midland until moving to Oshawa in 1941, where he met and married on Sept 6, 1947, the love of his life, Joan Alice Nash who predeceased him in 2007.  Beloved father to daughter Sharon and husband Fred Cully,son James and his wife Paty and daughter Susan.  Grandfather to Evelio, Mauricio, Heidi, Becki, Jamie and Joshua. 

He worked at General Motors for over 30 years as a Systems Analyst.  He joined the Canadian Army in 1943 and served overseas,being discharged in 1946.  Over the past 54 years he helped many generations of people to water ski at Clover Leaf Cottages on Oxtongue Lake.  Scout Leader for many years of the 9th Oshawa Scout Troop of St. Gregory's Church.  Avid gardener, reader and swimmer, having achieved a 2,000 km certificate.

Visitation for family and friends on Tuesday May 13,2008 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at 
McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St E, Oshawa (905-433-5558).  Memorial mass at THE CHURCH OF ST. GREGORY THE GREAT, 194 Simcoe Street N., Oshawa at 10:30 on Wednesday May 14,2008. Reception to follow.  Final resting place Resurrection Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East Whitby.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a Charity of choice through McIntosh-Anderson Funeral Home.

The family would like to express special thanks to the staff of Margaret Birch Wing of the Rouge Valley Centenary Hospital for their devoted care and compassion.

Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on May 8th, 2008 in his 91st. year.  Bill was survived by his loving wife Agnes (Nan) of 62 years.  Loving father of Nancy and her husband Tim Allin and John Foote.  Proud and dedicated grandfather of Natalie Allin, Brady Allin and partner Meghan Alton.  Survived by siblings Verena Pretty and Lois MacKinnon.  Bill will be sadly missed by all his nieces and nephews and family. 

Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 2 – 3 p.m.  Funeral service in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Saturday at 3 p.m. Cremation at Bowmanville Crematorium.  Donations in Bill’s memory to Oshawa General Hospital Foundation, Dialysis Unit would be gratefully appreciated.  A very special thank you to the staff of Strathaven Lifecare, Lakeridge Health Oshawa Dialysis team, Veterans Affairs and former neighbours for all their support and compassion.

Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Thursday, May 8, 2008 in her 81st year.  Grace has gone to be with her beloved husband the late Merril McGill.  Loved mother of Carolin Hughes, Marilyn McGill, Terry McGill and Jim McGill.  Loving grandmother of Kim, Rhonda, Amanda, Rebecca, Michael, Brent, Holly and 9 great-grandchildren.  Dear sister of Jackie, Joan, Jane, Geraldine, Bill, Ross and the late Norma and Gerald. 

At Grace’s request there will be no visitation or funeral services.  Cremation at Bowmanville Crematorium.  Donations in Grace’s memory may be made through the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville to the Charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated. 

Retiree 37 years Ontario Hydro, WWII Veteran – peacefully on Wednesday May 7, 2008 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa surrounded by his loving family in his 88th year. 

Philip, beloved husband of the late Violet Langfeld (nee Wilson).  Loving father of Romi and her husband Bill Abbott, Heather Langfeld, Jan and her husband Bill Ashton and Cheryl and her husband Louis Bekiaris.  Loved Granddad of David (Darlene) Abbott, John Abbott, Julie Walker (Jerry Zapantis), Amurlee Stobbs (Matthew Stobbs), Evelyn Ashton (Tim Breen), Myles Ashton and Michael and Jessica Bekiaris.  Great-Granddad of Kyrie, Melissa and Brittany Abbott and George Zapantis.  Dear brother of Mildred Fortune and the late Leslie Langfeld.  Dear brother in law of George and Joyce Wilson and Evie and Tom Rae of England. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews in Canada and England. 

Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Saturday May 10th from 12noon until service time of 1pm.  Interment St. John’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Blackstock.  Memorial donations to the charity of choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.  For online condolences please go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.

(Retired employee of Ontario Hydro)  Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday May 7th, 2008, at Lakeridge Health – Oshawa in his 78th year.  Jack Taylor, beloved husband of Gwen,  loving father of Debbie and her husband Dave Taylor, Joan and her husband Alan Winterbottom, and Lynda and her husband John Jaworski.  Cherished Grandpa of Mike, Dean (Nancy), James, Matthew, Jenna and Ella, and Great Grandpa to Emily. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday May 9th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 P.M.  Funeral Service and committal, complete in the Chapel, on Saturday May 10th at 2:30 P.M., followed by cremation.  As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Durham Region Cancer Center would be appreciated by the family.

1930-2008 -  (Retired GM Employee 31 years)  It is with great sadness that the family of Mel announces his passing on Tuesday May 6, 2008.  Mel was the loving husband and soul mate of Maie (Thompson) for 57 wonderful years.  He was a loving father and best friend of Garth (Debbie) of Omemme, Wendy (Jack) of Oshawa, and Melanie (Rob) of Whitby.  Loving and devoted Grandfather of Amy of Kitchener and Holly (Shawn) of Bowmanville.  He will be sadly missed but will live forever in our hearts.  Mel was blessed with his treasured Great-grandchildren Jayden and Eric.  Predeceased by Trevor Earl.  “Together … Forever”. 
Mel’s extended family included his children’s and grandchildren’s friends. He was a father, uncle and grandfather to many.  His zest for music, life, love and laughter will never be forgotten.  Mel is survived by his sister Ethel (Ken) of Alberta and many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his parents Earl and Katie, his brother Leighton and his sisters June and Marion.

At Mel’s request, a service will not be held and his ashes will be returned to his native Alberta at a later date.  Memorial donations to the Bereavement Unit of Sick Children’s Hospital, Toronto would be greatly appreciated by the family and may be made through the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa, (904-433-4711).  Special Thanks to the caring staff of Hillsdale Terrace who took wonderful care of Mel.  For online condolences please go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of her family and friends after a courageous battle on Tuesday, May 6th, 2008.  Loving wife and best friend of Joe for 41 years.  Beloved mother of Joseph and his wife Tara.  Cherished Grandma of Nicholas, Felicity and Hannah.  Jean touched the hearts of all who knew her, especially Gerry and Bridie Lawlor, Peter and Theresa Diver, Dennis and Marie Savage, Lynette, Karen, Michael, Jennifer, Timothy, Emma and Daniel, Miranda, Serena, Marshall and the extended Gormley family. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West for visitation on Thursday, May 8th from 7 – 9 P.M. and Friday, May 9th  from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 P.M.  Prayers at 7:00 P.M.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PHILIP THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1314 Oxford St. on Saturday, May 10th at 10:30 A.M.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in memory of Paul Gormley.

 (WWII Veteran, Avid Outdoorsman)  Passed away after a lengthy illness at Extendicare Oshawa, on May 7, 2008.  Survived by his wife Selma Peter, brother Michael Peter (Bloomfield, ON), children Michele Broughton (Barrie, ON), Gerald Peter (Caesarea), Margaret Lacey (Oakville), grandchildren Deborah, Jeremy, Deanna, Nikki, Erica, Nadine, Jason, Chris, Brandon, Ryan, Megan, and many great grandchildren. Predeceased by his daughter Trudy Duncan (Oshawa).  Zoltan worked at PPG (formerly Duplate Canada) in Oshawa for many years and was an avid sportsman and hobbyist who loved the outdoors. Zoltan will be sadly missed by his family and friends. 

Visitation will be held at MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby, 905-443-3376, on Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 12-1 p.m. with a service to follow at 1:00 p.m. in the Mount Lawn Chapel.  Burial Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.  Donations to the Veteran's Poppy Fund would be appreciated.

Age 46 years.  Suddenly as the result of an accident on Tuesday May 6, 2008.  Beloved husband of Cindy (Hanthorne) Skinner.  Loving son of Shirley and Lloyd Skinner.  Dear brother of Ted & Joanne; Anne Booker & Malcolm Rombach; Lynn & Walter Michalejko; Lee Skinner; Marg & Keith Ball. Loving remembered by aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. 

Visitation will take place at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Thursday May 8th, 2008 from 2– 4 pm & 7-9 pm.  Funeral Service will take place in the Chapel on Friday May 9th 2008 at 11 am.  Interment Bethesda Cemetery.  Memorial Donations may be made to ALS Society, Canadian Cancer Society, Tyrone United Church or Charity of your choice.

Age 78 years.  At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday May 7th, 2008. 

Beloved husband of 54 years to June.  Dear father of Marylou Somers, Heather & Bill Cowan and Jack & Lea Somers.  Loving grandfather of Mnna, Venessa, Shane, Kristina, Kayla, Aaron, Kailee and Brandon.  Cherished great-grandfather of Kenny, Sabrina, Ethan & Gabriel.  Survived by his siblings Bill, Marie and Lois.  Predeceased by his parents Mansell & Eveline Somers and siblings Robert, Frank, Jean, Ellwood, Thomas, Irma, Elizabeth and Rheta.

A Memorial Service will be held at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Monday May 12th, 2008 at 11 am.  Visitation from 10 – 11 am.  Memorial Donations may be made to The Charity of your Choice.

Passed at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on May 6, 2008, at the age of 90 years old.  Earl was the son of the late Nelson and Ella (McAuley) White.  Dear father of Brenda and her husband, the late Camillo Luciani, Jane and her husband Gerald Smith, Ellen and her husband Robert Bailey; survived by several grandchildren; great grandchildren; sisters Gert Douglas (Ontario), Doris LeBlanc, (Saint John N.B.) Pam and her husband Ralph Lynch (Fredericton N.B.), Donna White (Saint John N.B.).  Besides his parents he was predeceased by his wife Eudella (Johnson) White, son Earl, brothers Harold, Clifford and Frank; and sisters Alvina and Leoda. 

At Earl’s request, there will be no visitation or service.  Cremation with interment will be in Saint John, New Brunswick.  If desired, donations to the Cancer Society of the Durham Region may be made through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905) 433-5558.

Passed away at Lakeridge Health, Port Perry on Monday May 5th, 2008 in her 59th year. Dearly loved wife of George Edmonds of Norwood formerly of Toronto and her brother Charlie of Toronto.  Much loved mother of Eddie and his wife Nancy of Sarnia, and Lori and her husband Greg Duff of Brooklin.  Grandmother of Crystal, Cole and Adam.  Survived by her sisters Eileen of Irish Town and Florence and Jean of Corner Brook, and her brother Charlie of Toronto. 

Resting at MEMORIAL CHAPEL BROOKLIN, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Brooklin/Whitby from 5 - 9 p.m. Wednesday.  Funeral service in the chapel Thursday morning May 8th, at 11:00 a.m.
Interment will follow at Norwood Cemetery, Norwood ON.   If desired memorial donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Town of Whitby employee, Past President of the Kinsmen Club of Whitby, and a very involved member in the Silver Stick Hockey Tournaments)

Suddenly at his home on Monday May 5, 2008 in his 49th year.  Don, beloved son of Jim and Marjorie Gartshore.  Dear brother of David.  Loving uncle of Candace, Brittany, and James.  Fondly remembered by his uncles Delmer Rints and his wife Lise-Marie, Morris Rints and his wife Ethel, and by his many relatives and friends.  The family will receive friends at the W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm on Wednesday.  Funeral Service will be held at St. Mark’s United Church (201 Centre Street South, Whitby) on Thursday May 8, 2008 at 1pm.  Interment, GROVESIDE CEMETERY.  In memoriam, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Diabetes Association.

Passed away at home in Port Perry on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 at the age of 59.  Bob, son of John Lilley of Florida U.S.A.  Loving partner of 28 years of Erma (Redshaw) Rivers.  Dear stepfather of Faye Fraser, Sherry Frey, and Troy Rivers.  Loving ''Papa'' of 5 grandchildren. Brother of John (Iowa U.S.A.), Debbie (Buffalo U.S.A.), and Linda (Toronto).  If so desired, memorial donations in Bob's memory may be made to the Charity of your choice.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Ryan Moore in his 39th year on Monday May 5, 2008 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.  He will be deeply missed and forever lovingly remembered by his chosen parents Kathy & Wes Morrison.  Ryan was the chosen brother for Glen Morrison and predeceased by sister Susan Morrison-Perrault. He is also the brother for chosen sister Christine Spera. 

Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Thursday May 8, 2007 at 3 p.m.  In memory of Ryan, donations can be made to Community Living Oshawa Clarington, or to a Charity of your choice.  Visitation Thursday from 2 p.m. until service time. For online condolences go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.

Peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2008 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.  Catherine Etta Taylor, in her 89th. year, dearly beloved wife of the late George Potter and John William Chatterton.  Loving mother of Doug Chatterton of Nanaimo. B.C., Jennet Welsh, Jean Anderson and her husband Garry, and Cathy Chatterton all of Oshawa.  Fondly remembered by grandchildren Elizabeth, Michelle, John, Corey, James and the late Johnny.  Survived by many great Grandchildren.  Dear sister of Fran Dowdell (Gene).  Predeceased by three sisters and one brother. 

Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street, East, Oshawa (905-433-4711) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, May 8th. at 1 p.m.  Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby.  Memorial Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.  Visitation commencing Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (For online condolences please go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net.)

At Hillsdale Estates, on Monday May 5, 2008 after a courageous battle with diabetes.  Emily in her 88th year.  Beloved wife of the late Donald Purdy. Dear mother of Audrey Van Hout & her husband Neil of Bowmanville, Donna Kentner of Oshawa, Sharen Merrill of Oshawa, Karen Babineau of Oshawa and Kenneth & his wife Brigit of Oshawa.  Survived by 11 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson.  Predeceased by her grandson Christopher Purdy and by her two brothers Leonard & William.  Special thanks to the staff at Hillsdale Estates, 4th floor Primrose Path for all of their love and support. 

Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME,  124 King Street East, Oshawa with funeral service in the Chapel on Thursday May 8, 2008 at 10 a.m.  Interment  Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens, Whitby.  Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.  Visitation Wednesday 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m.  For online condolences go to www.armstrongfuneralhome.net. 

Peacefully with her family at her side on Monday, May 5, 2008, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 89.  Our family Angel, Mary (nee Leschishin) of Port Perry, beloved wife of the late Freddy Zaparanuik.  Loving mother of Ray, Dennis, Darlene, Marlene, Richard, Ron, and their spouses.  Loved by Ed and Olga.  Mary will be sadly missed by her 11 grandchildren, her 19 great grandchildren, and all her special friends.  Dearest sister of Roger. 

The family of Mary Zaparanuik will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985 2171) on Tuesday, May 6th from 7 – 9 p.m. and Wednesday, May 7th from 10 – 11 a.m.  A Service to Celebrate her life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m.  Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert.

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation. On-line condolences may be left at www.waggfuneralhome.com.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia Anderson Chatterton in her 70th year.  Beloved wife of Kenneth for 50 years; loving Mother to Jamie Chatterton and his wife Kathy, Tracy Parker and her husband Wayne.  She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Jesse and Jenny Chatterton; Brittany and Alisha Parker; and her sister and best friend Betty Williams and her husband Ron.  She will be very fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews and friends. 

Visitation is on Thursday, May 08/08 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby.  Private interment.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Surrounded by the love of his family, Ray passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Ellen.  Loving father of Mike (Lorrie). Cherished and adored Papa of Kyle and Breanna.  Dear brother of Lorraine (John), Neal (Barb), Marvin (Lillian) and the late Edward (Carol).  Ray will be greatly missed by his many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and many close friends.  A Funeral Service will be held at Pickering Village United Church (300 Church Street North, Ajax) on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. with visiting for 1 hour prior.  Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a Charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, May 4, 2008.  Devoted wife of Bill for 55 years.  Loving mother of Michael, Nancy and Jamie.  Grandmother of David, Michael, Stephanie and the late Christina.  Predeceased by her brother Jack.  June was a member of St. George’s ACW and the Painting Group. 

A memorial service will be held at ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Newcastle, on Wednesday, May 7, at 11:00 a.m. 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Wildlife Federation or the Lions Foundation Walk for Dog Guides would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.  (Expressions of sympathy may be made on-line through www.newcastlefuneralhome.com.)

(Philosopher, Chemist, Artist)  Peacefully, on Sunday, May 4, 2008, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 84.  Endel Rist of Port Perry, beloved husband of Kunda (nee Isand).  Loved father of Martin Rist and his wife Linda of Atlanta and Tina and her husband Dave Grant of Port Perry.  Loving Vanaisa of Dylan, Tobin, Melanie and Trevor.  Endel was the only child of the late Mart and Alide Rist. 

The family of Endel Rist will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985 2171) on Thursday, May 8th from 2 – 3 p.m.  A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at 3 p.m. 

If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation.  On-line condolences may be left at www.waggfuneralhome.com.

(Retired employee of General Motors for 45 years, and avid player of many local sports)
Passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday, May 4th, 2008 in his 67th year.  Loving life partner of Judy Martin.  Beloved father of Melissa.  Adored step-dad of Jeff (Brenda Martin), Laurie (Greg Wight) Jennifer (Jason Morgan).  Best loved Buckaa in the world to Matt (Tara), Taylor & Megan Martin, Graham & Meredith Wight, Annie, Emma and Jack Stephenson.  He will be sadly missed by his brother Bob (Jill Whiteley).  Predeceased by his parents, "Preem" and Tilly Whiteley and his sister Joy Holtby.  Ted will be fondly remembered by all of his family, friends and all of those who loved him. 

Family and friends are welcome to visit at MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, (21 Garrard Rd., Whitby 905-443-3376) on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, May 8th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow.  If family and friends desire, a donation to The Hospital for Sick Children would be greatly appreciated.

Donald passed away May 3, 2008 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, in his 79th year.  Beloved husband of the late Donna Marie.  Loving father of Susan (Tim) Verdoch, Linda Kemp and Ken (Lori).  Devoted grandpa of Jason, Randy, Jilian, Ryan, Geoffrey, Aaron and Heather.  Loving great-grandpa to Bailey and Kendra.  Donald is survived by his brothers George, Bill and Duncan.  In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Alzheimer or Parkinson Society. 

At Lakeridge Health – Oshawa on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 at the age of 48.  Beloved husband of Sonya.  Dear son of Margaret Birkett and William and Ethel Birkett.  Loving father to Jennene (Brandon), Cory and Justin.  Brother of Linda Birkett (Willie), Sharon Boyer (Dan), Vicki Reddom (Paul), Steve Birkett, Wendy Elliott and the late Michael. Son-in-law of Hans and Bridgette Frohlich and brother-in-law of Hans Jr. Frohlich (Janette) and Rob Frohlich (Deb).  Bill will be lovingly remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, May 7th from 7 – 9 p.m.  A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 8th at 4:00 p.m.  Memorial donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated.

Age 81 years.  Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville on Saturday May 3rd, 2008.  Beloved husband of June (Elliott) Charbonneau.  Dear father of Paul & Ursula, Barry, Tina and Chester Lew.  Loving grandfather of Kelly, Jason, Andria, Lyndsay, Laura, Kristen. Great-grandfather of Joshua and Shawn. Dear brother of Gerard, Theresa, Bernard, Denis and the late Louis and Cecille. 

A Graveside Service will be held at Bowmanville Cemetery on Friday May 9, 2008 at 2 pm. Reception to follow at The Wheelhouse, Wilmot Creek beginning at 3pm.  Cremation.  Memorial Donations may be made to the Lung Association.  Arrangements entrusted to THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville.

(Retired from the Ministry of Transportation with over 30 years of service.)

Passed away suddenly, but peacefully on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 at Belleville General Hospital at the age of 77.  Beloved husband to Titania (nee Pitul) for 52 years.  Father of Lisa and her husband David Patterson, Brian Jordan and his loving companion Angela Chen, and Cheryl and her husband Scott Wilson.  Proud Grampie to Shawn, Troy and Turner.  Predeceased by his parents William and Florence Napper and his brother David Napper.  Brother to Dorothy (Louie) Yando, Patricia (John) Russell, Barbara (Robert) Murrell, Joyce (Conrad) Bellefleur, Mary Lou (late Andrew) Berman, and William (Jacqueline) Napper all from the Niagara region. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for memorial visitation on Thursday, May 8th from 11 – 1 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m.  Memorial donations to Myasthenia Gravis Foundation or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.

(Longtime member of Columbus United Church; U.C.W., Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, Past member of Rebekah Lodge – Brooklin)

Peacefully at Community Nursing Home in Port Perry on Saturday May 3,  2008 in her 92nd year.  Beloved wife of the late William Frederick Nesbitt.  Loving mother of Carol Naylor and her husband Stan of Yukon, Jim Nesbitt and his wife Sylvia of Lindsay Ontario, Fred Nesbitt and his wife Trish of Columbus Ontario.  Devoted “Nana” of Cindy Cardenas (David), Scott Naylor (Crysti), Timothy Naylor (Shawna), Adam Nesbitt (Lisa), Drew Nesbitt (Lara),  Erin Nesbitt (Scott),  Meghan O’Riordan (Kieran) and “Great Nana” of 14.  Sister of Norman McCrea and his wife Jean, Mary Pickard and her husband Ben, Viola Miller, Bill McCrea and is wife Fay, Hazel Smiley and her late husband William.  Predeceased by her brother Gerry and his wife Ruth and sister Margaret Perry and her husband William. 

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) on  Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.  A service will be held in the chapel on Friday. May 9, 2008 at 11:00 am.  Interment to follow at GROVESIDE CEMETERY  Donations made in memory of “ Robina” to the Lung Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation,  or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.  Online condolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com.

At Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, May 2, 2008 in his 51st year with his family at his side. Carl, beloved husband of Susan Pflanzer.  Loving father of Stephanie.  Loved son of Carl Bush and Vera Neal.  Dear brother of Bob and his wife Pauline, Barbara, Bill, Vicky and her husband Ed, Tom and his wife Katie.  Carl will be sadly missed by all of his nieces and nephews. 

Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Monday, May 5, 2008 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral service complete in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Tuesday at 11 a.m.  Cremation at Bowmanville Crematorium.  Donations in Carl’s memory to Memorial Hospital Foundation Bowmanville, Cardiac Care would be gratefully appreciated.

(Owner of Aviation Supplies)  Peacefully at Lakeridge Health – Oshawa on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 Bill Cox in his 84th year.  Beloved husband of Helen (nee Van Zant) and the late Lorraine (nee Grant).  Loving father of Jim of Whitby and Lisa (Brian) Teeney of Toronto and the late Susan.  He will be fondly remembered by Paul and Pat McGovern and Loni McGovern.  Proud Grandpa to Madelaine, Kathryn, Ben and Bryce.  Dear brother of Dorothy (Art) Bilton, Pat (Mike) Bonk, David (Brittany) Cox. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, May 7th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m.  Funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 8th in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m.  Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens.  Memorial donations to Lakeridge Health – Oshawa or the 420 Wing would be appreciated.

Peacefully at the Hospital For Sick Children, with his family by his side, on Friday, May 2nd, 2008, Joshua Liscio at 7years of age.  Adored son of Victor and Janet Liscio.  Beloved brother of Ethan.  He will be sadly missed by his doting grandparents Victor and Mary Liscio and Louis and Manuela Almeida, his aunts and uncles Jessica, Christopher, Jeff, Lee and Julieta, cousins and extended family and friends. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, May 4th from 1 – 4 and 6 – 9 P.M.  Prayers will be held Sunday at 7:30 P.M.  Mass of Christian Burial will take place at ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH (903 Giffard Street, Whitby) on Monday, May 5th at 10:00 a.m.  Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Hospital For Sick Children would be appreciated.

Peacefully after a valiant fight with cancer at Lake Ridge Health Oshawa on Friday, May 2, 2008 in her 63rd. year. Jo-Ann beloved wife of Duncan Martin.  Dear sister of William (Bobby) Coleman and the late Betty, Martha, Peewee and  Winnifred.  At Jo-Ann’s request she will be sent home to Chattanooga, Tennessee for immediate burial. 

A memorial service will be held at a later time and date.  Donations in Jo-Ann’s memory may be made through the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville, L1C 2Z1 to the Canadian Cancer Society

Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Centre Oshawa on Friday, May 2, 2008, at the age of 80.  Beloved husband of the late Helen Northeim.  Loving father of Nancy (Jerry Vanderwerff), Donald (Jacquie), Janice (Allan Snetsinger), Susan (George MacLeod).  Cherished Grampa and Papa of Michael, David, Baily, Jeremy and Kevin.  Beloved brother of Stan (Mary) of Mississauga, Louie (Stella) of Fort Erie, Betty (the late Ross Morgan) of Peterborough.  Allan will be sadly missed by all of his nieces, nephews, family and friends.  Many thanks to all staff at The Village of Taunton Mills on Perry/Dryden Ward for all the love and care that you provided over the years to our father.  We would also like to thank the doctors and nurses in the ICU and on the 4th Floor for the care that was provided.  Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

(March 9, 1943 - May 2, 2008) - peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, on Friday, May 2, 2008, in her 65th year, with her loving family by her side.  Dear mother of daughter Shirley Leahy (Grant), son Walter Wawryk, daughter Kathy Kirkland, son Johnny Wawryk (Terry), and daughter Barb Nicolaou (George).  Grandmother of Natasha, Taylor, Dakota, Billy, Brooklyn, Jessica, Olivia, Skylar, and Joshie.  She will be sadly missed by her brothers and sisters, Carl Walsh, Anne Clarke, Mary Emmell, Joe Walsh, Eileen Parnell, Francis Brown, Pat Walsh, and Merle Bencze. 

Friends will be received at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Monday, May 5, from 1-3 p.m., followed by a prayer service in the chapel at 3:00 p.m.  Interment Highland Park Cemetery.  A big thank you to Dr. Beamish and Evelyn Whiteside for all your support over the last months.  Donations in Rita’s memory to the Peterborough Hospice Society would be appreciated by her family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.  (Expressions of sympathy may be made on-line through www.newcastlefuneralhome.com.)

Peacefully at Fairview Lodge on Friday, May 2nd, 2008.  Grace, in her 92nd year.  Beloved wife of the late Duncan Cameron and the late Norm Terry.  Loving mother of John Cameron and wife Millie of Oshawa, Sylvia Tino of California, Brian Terry and wife Rosalinde of Whitby, Doug Terry and wife Loraine of Oshawa, and the late Marie Button and late husband Ken of Oshawa.  Dear grandmother of Karen Larmer-Morin and husband Wilfred, Cassal Larmer and wife Sheila, the late Bernice Packer and husband Roy, Stephen Terry, Sean Terry and wife Lisa, Julianne Terry, Kevin Terry and wife Alison, Kim Weiss-Terry, Christopher Terry and partner Rose, Tania Flanigan and husband Kevin, Kim DeMatteo and husband John, Julie Hefner and husband Mike, Rob Terry and wife Janet, Cheryl Terry, Linda Roberts and husband Garfield.  Fondly remembered by many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.  Dear sister of Leona Roser and late husband Bill, late George Grills and wife Jackie, late Raymond Grills and late wife Jean, late Isabelle Kelly and late husband Pat, late Joe Grills and wife Jessie. 

Relatives and friends may call at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King Street East, Oshawa on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.  Memorial service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 11:00 am. with reception to follow.  Donations in memory of Grace to the Arthritis Society would be appreciated.  Online condolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com.

At his residence in Whitby on Friday May 2, 2008, at 77 years of age.  Beloved husband of Beatrice Thompson.  Loving father of Lawrence Thompson (friend Joanne); Shirley Connolly (Mike); and Janet Cresswell (Lloyd).  Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Kevin, Patrick, Megan, Bradley and Andrea. 

Friends may call at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West for visitation on Monday May 5 from 6-9 p.m.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Family Catholic Church (Ribblesdale Dr. and Manning Road) on Tuesday May 6, 2008 at 11a.m.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.  Prayers will be held at 8:15 p.m. at the funeral home Monday evening.

(Long time employee of MTS Modular, formerly Arrow Sheet Metal.)  Died suddenly, due to heart failure, at his residence in Goodwood, in his 57th year.  Devoted and loving Dad to Jeffrey.  Beloved son of Betty and the late Howard Chanter.  Loved brother to Diane and her husband Brian Devitt and Barbara and her husband Udo Zapf.  He will also be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews. 

Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, May 8th from 1:30 – 2:30 P.M.  Funeral Service and Committal complete in the Chapel on Thursday at 2:30 P.M., followed by cremation.  As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Parkinson Society would be appreciated by the family.

After a brief illness, at his home in Port Granby surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, May 1, 2008, in his 71st year.  Gord, much loved partner and husband for over 50 years of Penny.  Devoted Dad of his son and best friend, Gord Jr., and his darling daughter, Lesley (Looie) Menary.  Proud Papa of his wonderful grandchildren Max and Lexy Menary.  Special brother-in-law to Ron (Rhoda), Marty (Janice), Paul (Lynda), and uncle to their children Marshall (Lina and daughter Katrina), Rachel, and Chris. 

Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, May 10, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., followed by a celebration of his amazing life at 2:00 p.m.  A reception and time of fellowship will follow.  Respecting Gord’s wishes, everyone is asked to come in casual attire.  Donations to the Hospital for Sick Children in his memory would be appreciated by the family.  (Expressions of sympathy may be made on-line through www.newcastlefuneralhome.com.)

Passed away suddenly on May 1, 2008 at the age of 56. Loving husband to Wendy.  Devoted father of Kira (Kurt) and Allan-Michael.  Robert is predeceased by his father Allan and survived by his mother Nina. Loving brother of William (Nadine), Tobi (Bayne) and Audrey (Bob).  Robert will be sadly missed by his sisters-in-law Kimberly (Ron), Kelley (Alan) and brothers-in-law Kevin (Heather) and Thom (Steve).  Robert will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews and friends.  Funeral service will take place at ST. PAUL'S-ON-THE-HILL ANGLICAN CHURCH (882 Kingston Road, Pickering) on Monday, May 5, 2008 at 1:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

In her 93rd year.  Passed away peacefully at Strathaven Lifecare Centre, Bowmanville on Thursday May 1, 2008. 

Predeceased by her beloved husband Martin, brothers and sisters Mary, Martha, David, Robert, Matthew, Rachael, George, John and James.  Dearly beloved mother of Joan & her husband Gord Giffin.  Cherished grandmother of Kimberley (Christian), Lisa (Andrew) and Christopher.  Loving great-grandmother to Lilea, Ainsley and Lochlan..  Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma we love you and will miss you forever.  A very special thank you to the staff at Strathaven for their sincere care and compassion.

Visitation will be held at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville on Sunday May 4th, 2008 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm.  Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday May 5th, 2008 at 11 am.  Cremation.  In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Bowmanville Hospital would be appreciated.

(1959 – 2008)  It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alice Wilhelmina Webber.  Beloved wife of Jamie.  Loving mother to Sherrie and Roxanne.  Predeceased by her mother Margaret Louise Berger.  Sister to Beverly, John, Carol and David.  Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. 

Memorial Service to be held at a later date.  Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made through OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234).