Obituaries

Jan 20, 2018

Baker, Larry Edwin – February 22. 1950 – January 20, 2018 It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Larry on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at the age of 67 years. Dearly beloved husband of Nancy (nee Wilson) of 43 years. Loving father of Keri and Lauren (deceased). Cherished Poppa of Jade. Survived by siblings Gwen, Lavern,...

Jan 20, 2018

SOVRAN, Renato Peacefully and courageously on Saturday January 20, 2018 at the Humber River Hospital at the age of 84, with his loved ones by his side. Beloved husband of 60 years to Maria-Pia. Cherished father to Marinella Calaway (Steve) and to Peter (Sandra Livi). Ever caring nonno to Ryan, Brandon and Sarah. He will be deeply missed by family...

Jan 20, 2018

SERRICK, Harley Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 20, 2018 at the age of 52. Predeceased by his partner of 23 years Sandro Alfenore, parents Dorothy and James Serrick, two brothers Rudy and Marty Serrick. Survived by Van (Priscilla) Serrick, Tyrone (Carolyn) Serrick, Kay (Mike) Kelly, Hank (Dawn) Serrick, Shelley (Tony) Correia, Corey (Lori) Serrick and sister-in-law Bernetta...

Jan 20, 2018

Jan 19, 2018

Jan 19, 2018

Mcilwrick, Audrey (Nee Foster, long time resident of Brampton) Passed away peacefully with her spouse by her side at home on January 19,2018 in her 88th year. She is survived by her spouse, David Russell. Devoted and caring mother of Brenda(Les), Dawn, Ken, Shelley, John(Luz Marie), Brian,Lori, and Tom(Kathy). Grammie of nineteen grandchildren, and her many great grandchildren, and great...

Jan 19, 2018

Ippolito, Leo Vincent After a lengthy and courageous struggle with his family at his side on Friday, January 19th, 2018 at Ajax Pickering Hospital at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Anne, loving father of Eric (Pauline), Linda (John) and predeceased by Larry. Cherished grandpa of Erika, Tyler, Casey and great grandpa Alexander and Emilia. Leo will...

Jan 19, 2018

Tonin, Anita Passed away peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on Friday, January 19, 2018. Beloved wife of Rinaldo. Loving mother of Patrizia (Greg Lypny). Grandmother to Natascia. Dear sister of Luciano (Carla) and the late Erica (late Giovanni). Fond aunt of Donatella (Frank), Vania (Ian) and Sabrina.

Jan 19, 2018

Jan 18, 2018

November 14, 1933 – January 18, 2018 Passed away peacefully at Wyndham Manor in Oakville Ontario at 8:45 January 18, 2018 after many years of coping with Alzheimers. Much loved son of the late Benjamin Foote Merwin and Dorothy (Cowcill) Merwin. Cherished husband of Jane Taylor (Robertson) Merwin and beloved father of Robertson Benjamin Taylor Merwin (Vikki). Grandad Miles to...

Jan 18, 2018

Beloved husband of Franca of 52 years. Cherished father of Pino (Caterina) and Cesare. Cherished nonno of Sara and Julia. Beloved brother of Rita (Lino) and Sam (Lina). Loved brother in law to Ermano (Salme), Vittorio (Irena), Silvana (Carlo), and son-in-law to Altea. Loved uncle of many nieces and nephews and cousins. Amazing friend of many. Massimo died at the...

Jan 18, 2018

Gerda Siemons (nee van Wissen).Passed away peacefully with family by her side, at Brampton Civic Hospital on Thursday January 18, 2018 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Peter Siemons. Cherished mother of Peter (Beth), Alice (Grahame), Corrie, Kathy, Mary (Arie), Julie (Thomas), and Stephen (Nadine). She will be fondly remembered by her 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, relatives...

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...