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Michael Silvey

Michael Silvey

Nov 18, 2023

The family of Michael James Silvey are saddened to announce his unexpected passing at the age of 43, on Saturday, November 18 at Royal Victoria hospital in Barrie, Ontario.  Beloved by his mother & best friend, Susan Clark (Step Father, David Clark deceased), Father, William Silvey (deceased), Sister, Patricia White (Greg), Brother, Andrew Silvey (Celeste) and Step Sister, Amanda Clark...

Edna May Young

Edna May Young

Nov 18, 2023

Edna May Young, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 18, 2023, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories. Edna was predeceased by her husband Kenneth who she married in 1955 and who passed in 2018. Born on February 22, 1930, in London, England, Edna's kind and nurturing spirit will be deeply missed by her surviving family...

Maria Domenica Antonietta Talevi

Maria Domenica Antonietta Talevi

Nov 17, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Antonietta Talevi

 

 

Our dear, sweet mother passed away on Friday, November 17th, 2023 at the age of 96. She was living in Mississauga with one of her daughters. Antonietta (Antoinette, Toni) was born on July 22nd, 1927 in Montreal in the house her father built. On that day, her brother Frank and his...

Sandra Smart

Sandra Smart

Nov 17, 2023

Sandra Smart, beloved stepmother of Shawn and Erin Echlin, loving gran to Griffin and Chase, dearest sister of Rose Smart, and supportive and much-loved aunt of Anna (Jon), Dan (Abby), Kristin (Alex) and Kelly (Mike), slipped away Friday, November 17th. Sandra was predeceased by her devoted soulmate Paul Echlin, her dear parents Shirley and Sandy Smart, and her siblings John,...

Yanru Zhang

Yanru Zhang

Nov 17, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Yanru Zhang, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who passed away peacefully on November 17, 2023 in Ottawa, Canada. Yanru was born on October 7, 1946 in Heilongjiang, China. She was a caring and generous woman who was always ready to help those in need.Yanru was an intelligent...

Giancarlo Anthony Silvestri

Giancarlo Anthony Silvestri

Nov 17, 2023

Giancarlo “John” Anthony Silvestri, 65, dedicated husband, father, and friend passed away at Sunnybrook Hospital Toronto, Ontario on Friday November 17th, 2023, after a long-fought battle with cancer.   John was born to Carmine and Antonietta Silvestri in Cugnoli Italy on February 22, 1958. The family immigrated to Canada in 1960 to Halifax, NS. The family then moved to Toronto,...

Subodh Kumar (Sam) Deyasi

Subodh Kumar (Sam) Deyasi

Nov 16, 2023

Passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 in Gatineau, Quebec in his 83rd year.  Dear father of Marco (Melinda), of Arizona and Monica (Stéphane), of Gatineau. Pre-deceased in September 2023 by his beloved wife Beryl Deyasi (née Nicholls) of 55 years.  He will be missed by his younger sister, Swapna (of Kolkata, India), his younger brother, Sujoy (of Ottawa, ON), his...

Doris Irene Barr (Nee Wells)

Doris Irene Barr (Nee Wells)

Nov 16, 2023

Our Mother, Doris passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 of natural causes at VHA Home Healthcare Kew Beach at the age of 97.

She was predeceased by her loving husband James (Jim), her parents Charles and Catherine Wells and her many brothers and sisters.  She is survived by her daughters Donna Krolewski and Susan Barr (Paul), grandsons Robert Krolewski...

Margaret Ethel Lawrence

Margaret Ethel Lawrence

Nov 15, 2023

 

Margaret Ethel Lawrence August 23, 1943-November 15, 2023   Eldest of five siblings Mother of three Grandmother to seven Great-grandmother to six.   Peacefully passed at 2:00 PM Nov 15th at home in Thorold. She is reunited with her son, Mike Marshall & Brother Ralph Cleaveland.   Survived by husband Larry Lawrence, Daughter Tracey McKinney (Dean), Son Sean Lawrence...

Donna Marie Bannerman

Donna Marie Bannerman

Nov 15, 2023

It is with profound sadness that the family of Donna Marie Bannerman (nee Carron) announce her peaceful passing on November 15, 2023 in her 80th year. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 56 years, Ken; children: Sean (Sherry) and Kelly (Brent); grandchildren: Noah, Mason, Tate, and Everett. She will also be greatly missed by her many dear friends,...

Lola Ryan

Lola Ryan

Nov 14, 2023

Lola McPherson Ryan was a dancer, teacher, and writer whose life and art were inextricably linked. Her brave, imaginative spirit and wry humour live on in the many hearts, minds, and bodies that she so profoundly inspired.

Born October 23, 1946, in London, England, Lola grew up in St. Catharines, Ontario. She lived in Vancouver from 1974 to 1992, moving...

Rita Rahnenfuhrer

Rita Rahnenfuhrer

Nov 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rita Rahnenfuhrer, who departed from this world on November 14, 2023. At the age of 88, Rita passed at Toronto Grace Health Centre with her family by her side.

Born on March 23, 1935, in Mönchengladbach, Germany, Rita immigrated to Canada, where she would create a legacy of love,...

Olga Maria Krizmanic

Olga Maria Krizmanic

Nov 14, 2023

Olga Maria Krizmanic

February 4, 1930 – November 14, 2023

Peacefully on November 14, 2023 with her family by her side. She is predeceased by her loving husband Joseph and daughter Anne Marie. She will be deeply missed by her daughter Susan (David), her grandchildren Heidi (Jim), Kyle and Colin (Christie) and her great grandchildren Brianna (Alex) and Mikayla (Marc).

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Joan Evelyn Trowell

Joan Evelyn Trowell

Nov 14, 2023

Born Joan Evelyn Price on August 14, 1932 to parents Alberta Warner and William F. Price, she was one of 6 children. Joan met her husband Bruce John Trowell through “Young Peoples Club” in Toronto and were married in Westmorland church, Toronto in 1952.  The couple were blessed with two daughters Gail Ann and Sandra Joan (1956-1981). Joan loved children...

John Peter Thomas

John Peter Thomas

Nov 14, 2023

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of John after battling a long time with Dementia at William Osler Hospital. Predeceased by wife Gwen and parents Jean Hanspiker , Dim Paris and Howie Hanspiker.Survived by his children Shawn Thomas and Tammy Di Piazza. Grandchildren Tabitha Slattery, (Mike), Tyler Thomas,Tanina Di Piazza, (Jeff), Anthony Di Piazza,  (Cheyenne)and great grandchildren. Loved by family and many...

Stephen Wayne Paquette

Stephen Wayne Paquette

Nov 13, 2023

 

Stephen Wayne Paquette, affectionately known as Steve, was born on June 6, 1966, in Ottawa, ON. He left this world on November 13, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.From an early age, Steve's passion for sports was evident. Growing up in Sandy Hill, he spent countless hours playing various sports with his family, friends and...

Diane Balys

Diane Balys

Nov 12, 2023

In remembrance of Diane Balys (Radley), who departed this world on November 12, 2023. Born on February 18, 1942, Diane was the beloved wife of Henry Balys and the loving mother of Jeff Balys, Theresa Bertuzzi (Danny), and Richard Balys (Cindy).  Diane will also be missed by her brothers and sisters, as well as her many friends. 

 

Diane’s heart...

Richard Michel Poulin

Richard Michel Poulin

Nov 10, 2023

In loving memory of Richard (Rick) Michel Joseph Poulin, born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, on October 14th, 1954. He passed peacefully in Ottawa, Ontario, on November 10th, 2023.

Rick was deeply connected to nature. He grew beautiful roses for his cherished wife, (Lisa) Hui Liu, and spent many hours by her side creating an exotic oasis of beauty and sustenance....

Michael Summers

Michael Summers

Nov 9, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Summers, 65 on November 9, 2023 at the Civic Hospital after a short battle with cancer.  He is predeceased by his parents Norbert and Georgette Summers.  He leaves behind his longtime partner, Louise Bourassa and his sister, Joanne Patenaude, (Jacques) and his niece Sophie. At the request of Mike there will be no service. A...

Ralph Charles Serin

Ralph Charles Serin

Nov 7, 2023

Ralph Serin was a devoted family man, caring friend, generous mentor and researcher. He left us too soon on November 7, 2023 after a quiet battle with cancer during which he chose to focus on his family and the legacy of his work, rather than on his illness. Ralph was born in Lancashire, England to Hazel Jenkinson and Peter Serin,...

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