Obituaries

Aug 2, 2016

July 13, 1921-August 2, 2016 Beloved wife of Bernard for 43 years. Predeceased by her parents, Wesley and Pearl Sweet, brothers Wesley and Clifford Sweet. Survived by her sister Thelma Phayre. June will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service was held at Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street, in Oakville on Wednesday August 10,...

Aug 2, 2016

Aug 1, 2016

Giovanna DiVenosa, 93, passed away at 6:00pm on August 1st, 2016 at the hospital after a year of suffering. Giovanna was born on May 16, 1923 in Carbonara, Bari, Italy to Vincenzo DeAngelis and Amelia Buonpensiero. She was preceded in death by her parents, 6 sisters and 7 brothers. On June 16, 1943 Giovanna married Giuseppe DiVenosa, who preceded her...

Aug 1, 2016

Thomas, Moyra, After a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 65, peacefully at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus, Ontario, surrounded by her family on August 1st, 2016. Proud Mother of Kyle (Jerri) and Brandon. Predeceased by her Father James Ferguson. Survived by her Mother, Flora Knowles and Aunt Mame Johnstone. Lovingly remembered by her sisters Reba Skanes and Wilma...

Jul 31, 2016

Rosati, Pasquale It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Pasquale Rosati on July 31, 2016. Predeceased by his loving wife Rosalia and son Camillo. Devoted father of Tony, James and Mauro. Loving father-in-law to Rose, Gina, Luciana and Gabriella. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren whom he adored: Jerome, Stepfanie, Adam, Alexander, Julian,...

Jul 31, 2016

Holden, John Brian (Born and raised in Weston, ON, Founder of J.B. Holden Electrical Services Limited for 48 years, long time member of the Weston Golf and Country Club, Past President of the Weston Lions Club, and avid lover of cottage life on Six Mile Lake) Passed away peacefully following a brief battle with cancer at the Baycrest Hospital on...

Jul 30, 2016

Your prayers are requested for the soul of Mrs. Bertha Fernandes, relict of the late F.X. Fernandes, devoted mother to Elaine (Willy), Jenny (Arthur), Candy (Robi), Felix and Melba (both deceased), and Vincent (Linda), loving grandmother to Joe(Jackie), Michael (Dionne), Kevin, Marc, Natalie, Adrian(Tina) Nadine(Peter), Lloyd and Aaron, and great-grandchildren Emma, Tara, Quinten, Marcell, Lily-Marie, Johana, Julius and Nerea, who...

Jul 30, 2016

Piccolo, Giuseppe (Joe) Peacefully passed away on July 30th, 2016 at the age of 80. He has now joined his wife Lina and daughter Franca. Loving father of Rina (Piero), Jack (Anna), Antonella (Bryan) and son-in-law Tullio. Cherished nonno of Sara (Jason), Jenna (Michael), Rachel (Anthony), Frankie, Anthony, Giuseppe, Olivia, Alana and Taylor. He will be missed by his brothers,...

Jul 30, 2016

Jul 30, 2016

Jul 29, 2016

Passed away peacefully on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Holland Christian Homes, Grace Manor, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Henry for 62 wonderful years. Loving mother of Cathy, Leo, Chris, Henry, Lucy, Conny and Peter. Proud and devoted oma to 16 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She is survived by 5 siblings in the Netherlands and numerous...

Jul 29, 2016

Moir, Margaret E. on Friday, July 29th, 2016, surrounded by love, at the age of 88. Mother of Gordon (Judy), Nancy (Cécil) Aird and Mary Ellen “Mel” (Paul) Kollar. Dear Grandma of Evan. Sister of Joan, Eldean and predeceased by Dorothy. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and many friends. Thank you to the staff at Humber...

Jul 29, 2016

Melnik, Kevin Passed suddenly on Friday July 29th, 2016 with his family by his side at St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto, in his 49th year. Kevin will be fondly missed by his loving wife and best friend, Helen of 17 years and children Rosemary (Ryan), Tasha (Jake), Rebecca, and Richard. He is survived by his father Richard, brother Steven, and grandchildren,...

Jul 28, 2016

Scott Morgan Wells (Scotty) It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of Scotty Wells, on July 28, 2016 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his wife Linda Wells, and by the support of all of his family. Loving father of Sharlene Wells. Devoted step-father to Lisa Dockery (Everold), Lindsay Brown and Todd...

Jul 27, 2016

Jul 27, 2016

PURDON, Mary “Mae” (nee Robertson) Suddenly in her 90th year on Wednesday July 27th, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Andy Purdon of 61 years. Loving mother of Andrea (Rick Westcott) and of Scott (Monica Kearsey). Cherished grandma of Hailey, Maggie, Kendra, and Andrew. Dear sister of Peggy (Al Day) and sister-in-law of Douglas (Rosemary Aubert) Purdon. Predeceased by her...

Jul 27, 2016

Peacefully at Chartwell Wenleigh Long Term Care Residence, Mississauga on Wednesday July 27, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Bruno and loving mother of David, Donna, Stephen, Kenneth, Elizabeth, George, Catherine, Christopher, Bradley and four step-children. At Ruth’s request there will be no public service or visitation. Please visit Ruth’s Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com

Jul 26, 2016

FERRIMAN. Olga Peacefully on Tuesday July 26th, 2016 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late William Ferriman. Loving mother of Bill and Rick. Cherished grandmother of Behn and Meghan. Dear sister of Joan McDonald. Predeceased by her two brothers Tom and John Armstrong. Olga will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Friends will...

Jul 26, 2016

Jul 26, 2016

Douglas Lloyd Brown Peacefully in his 88th year on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Loving husband of the late Barbara Brown (2013) for 60 years. He will be sadly missed by his children Audrey Mason (Bruce), Ron Brown (Cathy) and Nancy Kroff (Brian) and his 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He will also be missed many friends and other relatives. A...