Obituaries


Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan

Peter Brown

Peter Brown

Mar 29, 2012

PETER HENRY BROWN Peacefully in his sleep after a long and full life, on March 29, 2012, of heart failure, at the Amica Balmoral residence in Toronto, where he lived with his most recent collection of friends. He had many. Born February 7, 1914, in Enfield, north London, England. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 56 years, Cicely (Betts), his...

Shirley Fraser

Shirley Fraser

Mar 29, 2012

Shirley Fraser, 73, passed away at the Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga on March 29, 2012. Shirley Fraser was born on September 14, 1938 in North Preston, Nova Scotia to the late Thomas Provo and the late Helen Provo-Clayton. She is survived by her husband, James Sr.; her children Larry, Baxter, Anthony (Pauline), Lynn, Paul, James Jr., Bernice, Dernice (Randolph) Hinds...

Robert Harris

Robert Harris

Mar 29, 2012

Robert Edward Earle Harris April 22, 1941 – March 29, 2012 Bob went to be with his Lord on March 29, 2012 peacefully in his sleep at the Brampton Civic Hospital. He was born in Woodstock, N.B. to Salvation Army Officer parents. Predeceased by his parents Brigadier Earle and Clarice Sparks Harris and his step-mother Brigadier Ruth Harris. Left to...

Theresia "Terry" Samwald

Theresia "Terry" Samwald

Mar 29, 2012

Samwald, Theresia “Terry” Peacefully passed away after a lengthy illness at Bethell House, Inglewood on March 29, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Cherished wife to Hans. Beloved sister to Franz (Ruth) Griesmayr of Germany, Maria (predeceased Monroe) Tuggle of Georgia, Anna (predeceased Roy) Bechard of Caledon, Elisabeth (Fred) Schinko of Garson, and predeceased by her siblings Pauline (Josef) Thalhammer...

Margaret "Peggy" Fenn

Margaret "Peggy" Fenn

Mar 29, 2012

Fenn Margaret Audrey "Peggy" (nee Frith) Peacefully, after a courageous battle with pneumonia, on Thursday, March 29, 2012. Peggy was in her 88th year. Beloved wife of Raymond Anthony Fenn for 62 wonderful years. Loving mother of Catherine McGuire (Stephen), John Fenn (Cathie), Barbara Fenn, Deb Harris (John), and Vicki Nullmeyer. Will be sadly missed by grandchildren John McGuire, Michael...

John Skrypek

John Skrypek

Mar 28, 2012

Skrypek, John P.Eng After an incredibly brave and inspiring fight against cancer, John, at the age of 54, died at home on March 28, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. He was an adoring husband to the love of his life, Patti, for 34 years, and the coolest Dad ever to his three amazing sons, Jeff, Jake and Nick. Loving...

Joel "Joe" de Boer

Joel "Joe" de Boer

Mar 28, 2012

de Boer, Joel “Joe” Passed away peacefully on March 28, 2012 at Extendicare Brampton at the age of 54. Predeceased by his father Joost (2000), and his brothers Jerry (1978) and Peter (2006). Survived by his beloved mother Alida and her husband Thomas Denbok. Cherished brother to Lois and her husband Larry Horne and sister-in-law Debbie de Boer. Proud and...

Joan Jackew

Joan Jackew

Mar 27, 2012

It is with profound sadness the family announces her passing on March 27th, 2012 in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Nickolas (2004). Dear mother of Andy (Barb), Judy (Doug) and Joseph. Predeceased by son Robbie (1994). Cherished grandmother of Kim, Nicholas, Brett, Stephanie, Melanie and great grandmother to Aiden, Tanner and Hailey. The family will receive friends...

Katherine Teal

Katherine Teal

Mar 27, 2012

Katherine Teal 86, born in Port Said, Egypt, died March 27, 2012. Predeceased by husband Frederick Joseph Teal. Mother to Charlie, Andy, Ron, Rosemary (Redshaw) and John. Grandmother to Tiffany, Helena, Rachel and Rebecca, great-grandmother to Braden, Brodie and Bentley. Special thanks to Rev. Gayle Butler for all her love and attention during her stay at St. Andrews Terrace. John...

Mike Ramsaran

Mike Ramsaran

Mar 27, 2012

Passed away peacefully on March 27, 2012 after a brief illness at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Cecelia, Father of Lena, Ena, Selon, Thelma, Leila, Roy, Suresh, Joan and Tony. Mike leaves behind 4 sons-in-law, 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Ward Funeral Home, Weston Chapel, 416-241-4618. In lieu of...

Joseph Bystriansky

Joseph Bystriansky

Mar 27, 2012

BYSTRIANSKY, Joseph At his residence in Brampton on March 27, 2012 in his 82nd year. Beloved son of the late John and Martha. Dear father of Ilona Wheatherby and Joanne Adlington. Loving brother of John (Pat) and the late Steve, Alana (John) Mikalik, Mary (John) Vanderhoeven, Marti (Sef) Johnston and Emily (Jacques) Seguin. Will be missed by his grandchildren and...

Janet Smith

Janet Smith

Mar 26, 2012

Smith, Janet Elliott (Smith-Main) Born and raised in Verdun, Quebec, graduated from Concordia University in Montreal and it is with sad heart and cherished memories that we now say good bye to Janet. Devoted wife to John and their two sons Matthew and Ryan. Caring daughter to Bette and Charlie, and dear sister to Blair (Paula). Janet will be missed...

Marjorie Hollingbery

Marjorie Hollingbery

Mar 26, 2012

Hollingbery:Marjorie (nee Watson) Born November 11, 1921 in East York, Ontario. Passed away March 26, 2012. Dear wife of 59 years to Desmond. Loving mother to Sandra (Doug). Proud Grandmother of Rachel and Emily. Predeceased by her brothers Herbert (Mary Lou), Frederick (Mary), Norman (Betty) and William (Janette).Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home 2035 Weston Road (north...

Adam Gregory

Adam Gregory

Mar 26, 2012

Gregory-Adam Suddenly as the result of an automobile accident on Monday March 26th in his 21st year. Cherished son of Mike and Angela and loved brother of Justin and Sarah. Loving grandson of Jean and the late Bob Campbell and Jean and Frank Gregory. Sadly missed by his girlfriend Caitie Duguid, Aunts, Uncles, family and many, many friends. Family and...

Dorothy Scott

Dorothy Scott

Mar 25, 2012

SCOTT, Dorothy Winnifred - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of Jack for almost 53 years. Loving mother of Johnny and Bruce (Lori) and step-mother to Gloria Taylor (Doug) and Craig (Monica). Cherished grandmother of Heather, Trevor, Paul, Caroline, Michael and Angela. Great- grandmother to 9. Survived by brother Lorne (Martha)...

Grace Burcombe

Grace Burcombe

Mar 25, 2012

Burcombe, Grace, Isabel Passed away at the Brampton Civic Hospital on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at the age of 78 after a long illness. Beloved mother of Kathy Forbes, Daniel Burcombe and his wife Rose Mary and Lisa Matchett and her husband Rodney. Loving grandmother of Bonnie, Riley and Kelsey. Lovingly remembered by her brother Ross, and her sister Helen,...

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