Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Verna Clydesdale
May 23, 2012
Died suddenly at home on May 23, 2012 on her 86th birthday. Predeceased by her father John, mother Agnes, sister Ruth and brother-in-law, James. Lifelong, beloved wife of Robert, devoted mother to David, Craig (Sandra) and Andrew (Janet). Loving Grandmother to Amanda, Bonnie, Carly and Nicole. She will be fondly missed by all who knew her. Friends may visit at...
Michael Hamilton
May 23, 2012
Hamilton-Michael It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Father and Grandfather on Wednesday May 23rd 2012 in Brampton. Loving husband of the late Nora “Pat” Hamilton. Loving father of Malcolm, Martha, Moya, Linda, Rona, Tim and the late Neal (1996). Proud and loving Grandfather of Stephanie, Sean, Peter, Evan, Ian and Great-grandfather of Aiden...
David Hoeg
May 23, 2012
David Hoeg was taken from us too soon, on May 22, 2012. He is survived by his son Justin (Chelsea), Daughter Danielle (Mark), their Mother Kathleen, Granddaughters Mikayla and Taylor, Mother Rita, Sisters Kathy and Bonnie, and his brother Ron. Dave was a very strong man and would want all of us to be the same way during this difficult...
Lilyan Dempster
May 22, 2012
Dempster, Lilyan Wilhelmina – Peacefully in Barbados on Tuesday May 22, 2012 formerly of Burlington, Ontario. Cherished Wife of the late Halbert David Dempster. Devoted Mother of Diana Dempster-Messoloras, Dawn Ridley and the late Dennyse Dempster-King. Dear Grandmother of David, Brian (Lilian), Lisa (Christian). Loving Great Grandmother of Dominique, Eric and Sebastien. Mother-in-law of Michael Ridley and George King. Sister...
Charles "Jack" Jones
May 22, 2012
Born February 19, 1931 Surrounded by love he passed away peacefully at Toronto General Hospital on May 22, 2012. Beloved husband, friend and life partner of Annie Jones, father of Stephen and Jennifer. Grandpa to Nicole, Brian, and Kirsten. Brother of Ann Maroney (England), and Peter. Charles was born in Co. Durham, England. He served in the British Royal Navy...
Christopher Burke
May 20, 2012
Early pictures of Chris show an angelic happy child who grew up to find himself as the middle child in a brood of seven children.The oldest gets responsibility and the youngest gets the most attention but the middle child gets lost in life unless he makes some noise.This Chris did with gusto!Parents,teachers,friends and law enforcement all guide us in how...
Julian Benbow
May 18, 2012
Julian Benbow died peacefully at age 94, on Friday May 18 in Oakville after a brief illness. He was a devoted husband to the late Rosalind (nee Goodisson) and the late Audrey (nee Hollis). He was a loving father to Catherine (Dean), the late Jonathan, Michael (Erla), Sandra (Ron) and Deirdre (Brian), and wonderful grandfather to ten grandchildren, and three...
Leonard Hodge
May 17, 2012
Passed away at home with his family by his side, his niece Kim, Carol and great nephew Brandon and in his thoughts his brother in law Allan. Will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters and family. Predeceased by Jean, Jackie, Jimmy and Shirley. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. The family will receive...
Margaret Read
May 17, 2012
Margaret Mary, beloved wife of the Late James E.M. Read, passed away peacefully in her home on May 17th, 2012 with her children at her side. Margaret was born in Brandon, Manitoba. Like many children of her generation she experienced the first hand the suffering brought on by the Great Depression. During the war she worked for the CNR. After...
