Obituaries

Dec 27, 2021

Click Here to View Service It is with heavy hearts that the family of Giuseppe "Joe" Calandra announce his passing. Joe was born February 28th, 1937 in Bolognano, Italy to his parents Luigi and Giulia Calandra. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Raffaela (Lina), sons Robert (Maria) and Carlo (deceased). Grandchildren, Amanda (Jack) and Stephanie (Marco)....

Dec 27, 2021

Click Here to View Service Akwasi Aduse Opoku, affectionately called, “TOSTAO” was born to Opanin Aduse Opoku and Obaapanin Afia Serwaa on the 4th of April 1952 in Kumasi. He was the first of 12 children, siblings whose upkeep and care became his primary responsibility, particularly after the death of his stepfather in 1983. After the dissolution of Maame Afia...

Dec 26, 2021

Theodore (Ted) Toner November 14, 1940 – December 26, 2021 Retired District Chief Toronto Fire Services It is with a very heavy heart that we announce Ted’s sudden death. Husband of the late Daira, Ted is survived by his son Rod (Liz), his much-loved granddaughters Amalia and Layla, and their mother Filomena. Ted was a beloved brother to Denyse (Terry)...

Dec 26, 2021

Dianne Gallagher, beloved wife of Patrick Gallagher, passed away peacefully December 26, 2021 at age 72. She was a kind person and a trusted confidante of many people whom she held close. She was an excellent teacher. Her students loved her deeply and respected her. Dianne faced adversity with grace and acceptance. She is much missed by her husband and...

Dec 26, 2021

Henry Herbert Daykin Born and raised in British Columbia, Bert moved to Ontario in his adult years. He was an avid golfer and worked at the Canadian National Exhibition until retirement. Bert got together with his beloved Florence (better known as Nanny) in the mid-1990s and gained a new family of children, grandchildren and eventually great-grandchildren who he adored. He...

Dec 26, 2021

Dec 25, 2021

Mr. Carl Filcoff passed away on December 25, 2021. He will be missed by family and friends. As expressions of sympathy, donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Dec 25, 2021

Click Here to View Service It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear father and grandfather, Tommaso (Masino) Maltese at Southlake Hospital on Saturday, December 25, 2021 in his 87th year with his four sons by his side. Beloved husband of Giuseppina Privitera for 40 years (predeceased) and cherished father of Corrado,...

Dec 24, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Clayton, 'Steve', who was taken from us far too soon at Brampton Civic Hospital on Friday December 24, 2021 only in his 50th year, with his wife and children by his bedside. He is survived by his mother, Evadne; father, Herbert; siblings; Audley, Janice, Keith, Christene, and...

Dec 24, 2021

Click Here to View Service CALVI, Livia God called Livia home on Friday December 24, 2021 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Mario of 59 years. Devoted mother to Franco (Rose) and Flavia (Domenic). She will be forever cherished by her dear grandchildren Melisa (Daniel), Elyse (Andrew), Joseph and Daniel and will always be remembered by her great...

Dec 23, 2021

George, Mildred Helena Margaret (nee Settle) Mildred went to join her family December 23, 2021 Predeceased by her beloved husband Ralph George. Mildred was born in Toronto, Ontario October 22, 1926. Mildred loved reading, knitting, crocheting and doing puzzles. She worked most of her adult life at CCM and later Neilson’s. She was the daughter of the late Emily (Perkins)...

Dec 23, 2021

Click Here to View Service Rokas Dobrovolskis On behalf of my family, I would like to begin by thanking everyone that is here today and for those near and abroad who have sent their condolences. We have received countless phone calls, emails, texts, visits and thoughts and prayers from so many family members and friends here in Toronto, Lithuania, USA,...

Dec 22, 2021

Roy, Lydia (nee Lavigne) August 23, 1942 - December 22, 2021 Lydia passed away peacefully on December 22, 2021 at the Etobicoke General Hospital at the age of 79. Born in Bathurst NB, she was the daughter of the late Allie and Amanda (Pitre) Lavigne. She had a passion for reading, word search puzzles and completing jigsaw puzzles with her...

Dec 22, 2021

Click Here to View Service Angela Constance passed away December 22nd, 2021. She will be sadly missed by he family and friends. Visitation will be held on Friday January 21st from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Ward Funeral Home, Weston Chapel (2035 Weston Rd, Toronto). A Private funeral service will be held in the Chapel Saturday January 22nd at 1:00...

Dec 22, 2021

Click Here to View Service Daniel Howard Raymond Swan. Passed away on December 22, 2021 at the age of of 58. He will be missed by family and friends. Family and friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel" on Wednesday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. To safely manage and adhere to current social distancing requirements, please...

Dec 22, 2021

Dec 21, 2021

Gardner Dorothy Georgina (nee Chandler) Passed away peacefully, at Royal Victoria Hospital Barrie, Ontario on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Dorothy was in her 111th yr. Loving wife of the late Eric. Cherished mother of Barbara Hansen, and Ann Main (Doug). Will be lovingly remembered by grandchildren Kristina, Robert (Jessica), Jim (Joanne), Steve (Blair), Rob (Tina), Dave (Sarah), and Steve (Angie),...

Dec 21, 2021

Steele, Andrew Born August 22,1936 Andrew passed away at home on December 21, 2021 in his 85th year. He was born in Glasgow Scotland and emigrated to Canada with his wife and two sons in 1966. Andrew had a passion for soccer and golf. He enjoyed coaching minor hockey, and was an inspiration to the children he coached, including his...

Dec 21, 2021

Wilson, Bonnie (Nee Hawtin) Passed away un-expectantly, yet peacefully at Brampton Civic Hospital on December 21, 2021 in her 77th year. Predeceased by her parents Gordon and Chathrina Hawtin, and brothers Donald, Gordie and Jimmy. She is survived by her sister, Bubs; children Michelle Braga (Fernando) and Charlie (Paula) ; grandchildren Mitchell, Leah, JP and Emma, as well as her...

Dec 19, 2021

Glen Allan Hall It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glen on Sunday December 19, 2021 at the age of 66. Loving son of Allan and Vera Hall. He will be sadly missed by his girlfriend Maritza and his many family and friends. He loved to travel and spending hours in his boat on lake Muskoka...