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Edward Hand

Edward Hand

May 3, 2017

(Retired Halton Police Officer) God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so He put his arms around you, and whispered, "Come to me". Peacefully on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 in his 86th year at his home in Oakville, surrounded by family. Ed, beloved husband and best friend of Mamie for almost 64 years. Devoted, caring...

Helen Arlene Morrison

Helen Arlene Morrison

May 3, 2017

In loving memory of our beautiful sister, mother, aunt and friend who passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, May 3, 2017 in her 50th year. Words cannot express how deeply missed she will be by her brother Ian and sister Linda. She leaves behind her two sons Kyle and Scott and her niece Macey as well as many family...

Marinus Kocken

Marinus Kocken

May 2, 2017

Peacefully on Tuesday May 2, 2017 at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in his 83rd year. Marinus, beloved husband of Johanne. Loved father of Morris and his wife Janey, Mitch and his wife Kelly, Jeff and his wife Arleta and Tim and his wife Jen. Dear opa of Eric, Elliot, Kelly, Kaitlyn, Steven, Kevin, Darren, Alex and Daniel. Survived by his...

Antonius "Tom" Van Dalen

Antonius "Tom" Van Dalen

May 2, 2017

Suddenly at his home on May 2, 2017 in his 94 th year. Tom, beloved husband of the late Anna (2010). Loved father of Bert (Sheri) of Burlington, Joanne (Paul Messent) of Waterloo, and Tony (Anna) of Gravenhurst. Cherished Opa of Kieran, Stefan, Jacqueline (Matt), Kristina (Trevor), Joshua and Nicholas. Proud Great-Opa of Delilah, Devon and Kaiden. Visitation at...

Donald Joseph Cowan Henry

Donald Joseph Cowan Henry

Apr 30, 2017

(Retired Ford Motor Company, Oakville) On Sunday, April 30, 2017 at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Don in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Aurore. Dear father of James and George and his wife Leigh. Much loved grandfather of Grace, Ava and Luke. He will be fondly remembered by his many friends and relatives in Bracebridge. Visitation will...

Giuseppina Folino

Giuseppina Folino

Apr 26, 2017

Giuseppina Folino (nee Isabella Valenzi) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 with her loving family by her side at the age of 71. Beloved wife to Giovanni Folino and loving mother to Romeo (Leslie) Folino and Sergio (Monique) Folino. Cherished and caring Nonna to Quinton, Hailey, Giovanni, Domenico, and Josephina. Born in Sambiase, Italy to the late Pasquale...

Eric Thomas Durdle

Eric Thomas Durdle

Apr 26, 2017

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Eric Durdle on the morning of April 26, 2017 at the young age of 59. Eric will be lovingly remembered by his adoring wife and best friend of 33 years, Deborah Durdle. His cherished children Sherry, Crystal, Jason and Erica. His four grandchildren Samantha, Corason, Camilo, Rowan and his...

Beverley June Smith (Nee Solway)

Beverley June Smith (Nee Solway)

Apr 25, 2017

In loving memory of Beverley June Smith (nee Solway), who died on April 25, 2017 in Oakville at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Francis Eugene (Gene) Smith, predeceased in 2003. Loving mother of Stuart (wife Christine) of Burlington, ON, and Robin (partner Mike) of Sudbury, ON. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Daniel (Heather), Melissa (Shawn), Carolyn (Steve),...

Jane Christine Lewis

Jane Christine Lewis

Apr 25, 2017

Mrs. Jane Christine Lewis (nee Freeman) passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at home with her husband of over 62 years, Viggo Leslie Lewis (Lou) by her side after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Jane will be greatly missed by her four loving children David Lewis (Jane Ravenshaw), Linda Cochrane (Greg Cochrane), Deborah Lewis Gray (Brian Gray) and...

Margaret Crawford

Margaret Crawford

Apr 23, 2017

Margaret Crawford Margaret died on April 23, 2017. She is survived and lovingly remembered by her children Lynn, Marty and Ann; grandchildren Cameron and Carly and their mother Mary; sisters-in-law Katherine McKennirey and Sybil Crawford; niece and god child Christine McKennirey and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Margaret was born on a farm in Osceola, Ontario on February 24,...

Mary Lovelace Bailey

Mary Lovelace Bailey

Apr 21, 2017

(nee Turner) Passed away peacefully in Oakville Hospital on April 21, 2017, at age 78, from complications of Parkinsons. Mary was born in Washington DC, but lived in China (Swatow) as a child, from 1939 to 1941, and 1946 to 1948. Her parents, Geneva Dye, an American medical missionary and Joseph Turner, a British businessman (linens), met and were married...

Maria Kustec

Maria Kustec

Apr 19, 2017

Born – Dolnje Bistrice, Slovenia It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Maria Kustec on April 19, 2017. She died peacefully surrounded by immediate and close family members. "Mama" will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren: daughters Diane (Rick), Frances (Mike) and Yvonne, son John (Beverly) and their children Allison,...

Jack Matthew Taylor

Jack Matthew Taylor

Apr 18, 2017

Died after a long illness. He leaves his wife of 57 years, Sandra and three children, Sidney (Brad), Stuart (Kara) and Shelby along with six grandchildren, Henry, Samuel, Islay, Violet, Philippa, and Augusta, and a sister, Anita Taylor of Vancouver. Jack was a life-long lover of travel, golf, and hockey, having played hockey in university at Hamilton College in New...

William Joseph Bench

William Joseph Bench

Apr 17, 2017

At Victoria Gardens Long Term Care Hamilton. Bill was predeceased by his wife of over 60 years, Diana. Cherished father of Larry (Anke) and Randy (Lisa). Bill will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Jennifer (Jay) and Darren (Emma) and great grand child Kye. He will be missed by his sister Marie. He will be missed by all of his...

Joseph Maguire

Joseph Maguire

Apr 15, 2017

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Maguire: wit, raconteur, world traveller, avid reader, crossword enthusiast, master of Sudoku, gardener, political commentator, and Squire of Glens Wood.

A full banquet prepared in Joe's honour awaits him in Irish Heaven. The eternal banquet will be attended by the members of the Maguire Family...

Helena Antonia Van De Laar

Helena Antonia Van De Laar

Apr 14, 2017

Peacefully on Friday, April 14, 2017 at Post Inn Village in Oakville, Helena in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late William. Dear mother of Joan (Walter Krawec), William (Sheri), Ronald (Denise), John (Anne) and the late Albert. Cherished grandmother of Ursula (Doug Drennan), Emily and Caroline Van de Laar and David Van de Laar (Kate), Catherine (Mark Lieferink),...

Anne Lubinsky

Anne Lubinsky

Apr 8, 2017

Anne Lubinsky (nee Tretiak) of Oakville, devoted mother, gifted teacher, and founding member of St. Joseph's Ukrainian Catholic Church, fell asleep in the Lord and passed into eternity on Lazarus Saturday, April 8, 2017 at the age of 94. She is predeceased by her husband Walter Lubinsky, on June 5, 1966. Mother of Andrew Lubinsky (Denise) of Oakville, Mary-Anne Zubrycky...

Margaret Mozel

Margaret Mozel

Apr 5, 2017

Passed away after a long and fulfilling life in her ninety-second year. Beloved wife of 61 years and best friend to Nicholas; devoted mother to daughter Laurel (Rick), sons Philip (Debbie), Howard (Brenda) and James (Lynne); cherished grandmother of Elisabeth (Michael), Jonathan and Robin. Great-grandmother to four-month old Aidan. Predeceased by son Robby and husband Nicholas. Served in World...

Colin Purden Wright

Colin Purden Wright

Apr 5, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden and unexpected passage of Colin Purden Wright of Oakville on Wednesday, April 5 , 2017 at the age of just 76. Colin was a beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to so many. He is survived by his life-long and loving wife, Maureen Gail; his...

Joan Mcmanus

Joan Mcmanus

Apr 5, 2017

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our loving Mum. Joan was born in Pelaw, north of England to James and Francis Conville. Joan and her beloved husband Tom moved to the south of England and eventually emigrated to Canada in 1968 with their four daughters. A gracious, elegant lady, who inspired us all with...

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