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James Douglas "Pinky" Pryde
Jan 10, 2013
December 18, 1924 - January 10, 201 James Douglas (Pinky) Pryde was born in Exeter, Ontario on December 18, 1924 and died peacefully, surrounded by family in his own home on January 10, 2013 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Marjorie (Hollett), married for 57 happy years, Doug was the proud and loving father of daughter Christine (John Kalisz),...
Margaret Jean Pastor
Jan 8, 2013
Passed away on January 8, 2013 at her residence in Markham, Margaret in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Albert. Dear mother of Susan Davies (Lew) and Robert Pastor (Joyce). Loving grandmother of Chris Davies (Jess Nicholson), Laura Davies (Kevin Burtt) and Stephanie Pastor and great-grandmother of Ruby Davies. Many thanks to the wonderful staff and caregivers at...
Yolanda Cammarata-Brown
Jan 7, 2013
Peacefully on Monday January 7th 2013 Yolanda passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto Ontario. Birthplace Licita, Sicily September 2nd 1955. The Brown and Cammarata Families, would like to thank all of her extended family, friends and co-workers for their support during this past month. Yolanda is survived by her Beloved husband William and her Son Christopher. Yolanda...
George K. Bateman
Jan 6, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George in his 73rd year on January 6, 2013. George battled cancer with the bravado and courageousness that we have come to expect along with every witticism in his arsenal. George leaves behind to mourn him, his four children, Laura (Ron Taylor-predeceased Nov. 2012), Jennifer (a.k.a. Faith), Chris and...
William L. Orr
Jan 6, 2013
Taken suddenly and without warning, Bill passed away on Sunday January 6, 2013 in his 79th year. Bill leaves behind a devoted family; His loving wife Joanna, his 4 beautiful daughters Cindy (Tony), April (Warren), Nicole (Steve), Debra (Steve). Loving and always cherished "Papa" of Anthony and Jordan, Logan, Hailey and Jamie, Sarah, Konnor, Owen and Maddie, Ethan, Charli, Emma...
James "Walter" Matthews
Jan 6, 2013
Peacefully on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. Wally, in his 87th year, predeceased by his loving wife Millie. Dear father of Lynda (Iain), Barry (Joanne) and John (Kay). Loving grandfather of Lisa, Carrie (Peter), Matthew (Johanna), Jeff (Lacey), Phillip (Rachel), Krysta and Elyse. Much loved great-grandfather of Gabriel, Aziree, Lauryn, James, Palmer...
Margarida Emilia Martins De Almeida Paixao
Jan 5, 2013
Passed away peacefully at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on Saturday, January 5, 2013. Born on March 18, 1928 in Benfica, Lisbon, Portugal. Beloved wife of Antonio Medeiro Paixao. Cherished mother of Joseph Paixao, Carlos Paixao and wife Kathleen Morkin, Ann Marie Paixao-Pauk and husband Ron. Loving grandmother of Justin and Whitney Paixao, Miguel Paixao and wife Gia. Will be sadly...
Leslie "Roy" Hills
Jan 3, 2013
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on January 3, 2013 after a brief illness. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 51 years, Ann (nee Viger) and his loving children, Sharen (Tod), Linda, Christopher (Kerry) and Steven. Adored grandfather (Papa) to Troy, Kayla, Lauryn, Caitlyn and Madyson. Dear brother of Gladys...
Katharina "Kay" Myhal
Jan 1, 2013
Peacefully on Tuesday January 1, 2013 at age 78. Katharina, beloved wife of the late Alexander. Dear mother of Peter and Alexandra. Beloved sister of Victoria, Stephanie and Caroline. Dear grandmother of Ryan and Matthew. She will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. W.,...
Josephine "Jo" Heath
Dec 31, 2012
On Monday December 31, 2012 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, in her 93rd year. Jo, beloved wife of the late Francis. Loved mother of Beverly Burns. Dear grandmother of David (Lesley), Elizabeth and Debra (Ian) and great-grandmother of 10. Jo is survived by her siblings Nin Brown, George Watson and predeceased by the late Catherine Woodstock. A private family service has...
Margaret Ann Morrison
Dec 31, 2012
Passed away peacefully, with her family by her side at the Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital on Monday, December 31, 2012. Margaret, born in Lurgan, N. Ireland, leaves behind her beloved husband Richard Morrison. Loving mother to George Morrison (Tanya and their daughter Crystal) and Julie Evans (Robert and their children Rob and Steve) and Gail Morrison. Cherished grandmother to Jaclyn...
Joseph Samuel Brister, 5T2, P.Eng
Dec 30, 2012
On Sunday December 30, 2012, our wonderful, amazing and courageous husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather passed away following a valiant battle. Loved and loving husband of Margot (Seguin) Brister for 56 years. Devoted father of Kim (Robert) Simich of Whitby, and Robin (Phil) Sbrocchi of Oakville. Doting grandfather "Joey" of Jennifer and Matthew Simich and Timothy, Robert, Alexandra and Harley...
James Clifton Mccarty
Dec 29, 2012
(Retired Letter Carrier, Canada Post and a dedicated member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #114) Suddenly on Saturday December 29, 2012 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, in his 79th year. Jim, beloved husband of Carol. Loved father of Carey and her husband Don Galivan, Diane McCarty and her partner Kenneth Kenmuir and Mike and his wife Jennifer. Dear grandfather of Robert,...
John Brown Easton
Dec 29, 2012
John Easton of Mississauga passed away peacefully at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital at the age of 82 on December 29, 2012. Predeceased by his wife Elaine (May 2012) of 55 years, loving father of Cathy, Susan (John), Robert, Margaret (Mark). Proud grandfather of Adam, Courtney and Emma. Predeceased by his daughter Jennifer. Will be sadly missed by his brother and his...
Lionel Christopher Desouza
Dec 24, 2012
(With Metro West Detention Centre Corrections) Suddenly at his home on Monday, December 24, 2012. Lionel beloved husband of Yvette (Saldanha). Loving brother of Luis (Eda), Basil (Dianne). Lovingly remembered by nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville (1 block east of Kerr St., 905-844-2600) on Thursday from...
Johanna Louise Noth
Dec 20, 2012
A Service of Remembrance for Johanna will be held 4:00pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012 at the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 1287 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville.
William "Bill" George Cruickshank
Dec 19, 2012
On Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Bill in his 84th year. Beloved husband of the late Yvonne. Much loved dad of Diane Browne and her partner David Mason of Oakville, David Cruickshank and his partner Karen Rae of Hamilton. Loving grandfather of Matthew, Michael, Griffin and Jake. Visitation will be held on Friday December 28, 2012 from...
Margaret Jean Mcneill
Dec 18, 2012
On Tuesday December 18, 2012 at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Jean in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late Daniel. Dear mother of Neil and his wife Irene, Michael and his wife Joanne, Brian and his wife Satsuki, Patrick and Owen. Loving grandmother of Erin, Amy, Kathleen, Caley and Kenn. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 21, 2012...
Maria De Lourdes Ferreira Dos Santos Tacchi
Dec 17, 2012
Originally from Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in her 85th year, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Monday, December 17, 2012 at her home in Oakville. Beloved wife of the late Giulio Cesare. Loving mother of Maurizio (Nancy Stenhouse) of Bolton; Cesare (Carolyn Burke) of Oakville, Daniela (Denis Marcil) of Chambly, Quebec. Beloved grandmother to...
Ronald George Szpakowski
Dec 17, 2012
Born December 10, 1964 and suddenly taken on Monday, December 17, 2012 at just 48 years of age. Dedicated son of Georgina Szpakowski and the late Paul Szpakowski. Loving brother of Marquita Manes (Pasquale), the late Paul Szpakowski Jr., Terry Bruno (Sam), and Peter Szpakowski (Penny). Loving uncle to Adam, Joe, Emily, Ben, Ken, Katie and Jake. Ron was also...
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