Obituaries

Jan 17, 2018

It is with heavy hearts that the Simon family would like to announce the passing of Diane Elizabeth Simon (nee Forbes) at the age of 63. Diane was the cherished wife, partner and best friend of Peter Simon to whom she was married for 44 wonderful years. She was also a devoted mother of Jeremy and Allison and Jennifer and...

Jan 17, 2018

Jan 17, 2018

Maria Iolanda Spizzirri (1924-2018) Maria Iolanda Spizzirri passed away peacefully at the age of 93 at St. Joseph’s Hospital on January 17th surrounded by her family. Her affection, lovingness, and dedication to her family will always be remembered and memories of her will be cherished forever. She has a very special place in our hearts and we will always remember...

Jan 16, 2018

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Beautiful Angel, at home at the age of 90. Loving wife of Charles for 66 years. Dear Mother of Rita (Peter), George (Nicole), Raymond (Susan), Joe (Patti), Doreen and Carol (Rory). Loved and respected by her 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Sylvia was also the beloved sister of...

Jan 16, 2018

Jan 15, 2018

DE SANTIS, Giannino It is with great sadness that we announce that our much beloved Giannino De Santis passed away peacefully at Humber River hospital on January 15th. He was a devoted husband to Maria (née Paletta) for 67 years and a loving and much loved father to Miguel (Martha), Gianni (Darlene) and Robert (Catherine). Most particularly he was a...

Jan 15, 2018

Peacefully, with his children at his side, on Monday January 15th, 2018 at Maple Grove Long Term Care in his 83rd year. Predeceased by his wife Nancy Elizabeth of 51 years, his parents Cyril Victor and Cybil Mary, brother Raymond and Brother In-law Jack Ruan. Lovingly remembered by his son Jeff (Lisa and Tyla) and daughter Laurie (Robert). Holding the...

Jan 15, 2018

Rietberg, John John Jan was born in Toronto's east end to Evert and Alice (Easdale) Rietberg who had immigrated from Scotland and Holland. When WWII broke out, he enlisted, along with his brother, Alex Sproul, and remained in service until the end of the war. Returning to Toronto, he and Willa Beryl (Riddell) were married in September 1946 and began...

Jan 15, 2018

Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2018, with his family by his side. Frank will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 64 years, Gina, sons Ed and Sergio, daughter-in-laws, Franca and Lisa, brother Albert, sister Lina and sister-in-laws, Carmela and Maria. Adored by his grandchildren, Melissa (Joseph), Laura, Ariana and Stephanie. Born in Celico, Cosenza, Italy, Frank...

Jan 14, 2018

Vivienne Clare Martin It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother on January 14th, 2018. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends, as they remember her warmth and kindness. Since her retirement, she kept herself busy with the many things she most enjoyed doing. She could always be found gardening, bowling, going...

Jan 14, 2018

Beloved wife of John "Jack" Barbour (deceased). Devoted mother of Judy, Kimmy & Kelly. Proud Grandma of her adored granddaughter Cleo Mitsoulis. Dear daughter of George & Gwendolyn Wallace (deceased). Loved sister of Gwyneth (Tom) Hughes (deceased), George "Bud" (Eva) Wallace (deceased) & Ricky (Anne) Wallace. We are comforted that our cherished mother passed away at her beloved farm in...

Jan 14, 2018

Jan 14, 2018

Burt, Alicia “Lisa” (Nee Paterson) Peacefully, following a brief illness of cancer, surrounded by her family in Orangeville. Beloved wife of Bill Burt for 38 wonderful years. Dear Mother to Ryan, Tyler (Jessie), Kyle (Shilo). Grandmother to Shyenna, Ayden, Halley, Isebella, and Grayson. Predeceased by her parents William and Blanche Paterson, and William and Violet Burt. Also predeceased by her...

Jan 14, 2018

George Gamache 1954-2018 Passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospital on January 14, 2018. Beloved companion of Myron Dorosz. Loving brother of 16 sibblings in Winnipeg. He was an artist, a teacher, a friend, a brother, an uncle and many friends in Liviv, Ukraine Friends will be received for a Celebration of Life at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston...

Jan 14, 2018

It is with great sadness, that the family of the late Jeannie ( Nora Jean) Curtis announces of her passing, at her home in Brampton, Ontario on January 14, 2018 at the age of 66 years. Jeannie will always be remembered for her warm and loving spirit to all she met. She had a special fondness towards dogs and had...

Jan 13, 2018

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Diane Marie Pomroy (nee Chapman). Di passed away in the evening of Saturday January 13, 2018 at Ian Anderson House at the age of 70. Born in the Wirral, England in 1947. She grew up on Merseyside during the swinging sixties. She was a “cavern club “habitué and knew the...

Jan 13, 2018

Both, Wolfgang “Duffy” Passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the age of 66. He will be greatly missed his by mother Wilma and brothers Peter and Rick. Beloved uncle to Cindy Lynn, Kevin, Nicole, Holly and Chantelle and great-uncle to Ascenza and Adrianna. He will also be missed by his many friends. Friends will be received at...

Jan 13, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

de Sousa, Norberto Passed away peacefully on January 13, 2018 at St. Michael’s Hospital at the age of 86. Loving husband of Zoraida for 61 years. Dear father of Deodato (Gracinda) Sousa, Maria Clara (Joe) Medeiros, Helena (Tony) Rodrigues and John (Dianne) Sousa. Cherished avô of Christina (Aris), Paul (Monique), Nicholas (Sofia), Jacob, Justin, Jonathan, Mikayla, Hailey, Carson and bisavô...

Jan 12, 2018

In lieu of flowers the Greco family would appreciate donations made to: Toronto General Hospital-Janet Turner Designated to: Dr. Weaver-Dementia Drug Discovery Research Project in Memory of Antonio Greco (forms available at the funeral home) or the charity of your choice.