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Robert Dewar

Robert Dewar

Mar 8, 2012

(Past President of Bronte Legion, Branch #486) Peacefully, holding his wife's hands, on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital at the age of 86. Robert, beloved husband of Faye. Dear father of Grad, Denise, Sharon, Brad, Rick, Sandra, John and Robert. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and many friends. Visitation will be held at the Kopriva Taylor...

Dianne Bernier

Dianne Bernier

Feb 26, 2012

Bernier: Jacqueline Shelagh Dianne (nee Murray) (Longtime resident of Oakville, now Niagara Falls) With the dignity and quiet strength that marked her life, on Sunday February 26, 2012. Surrounded by family, Dianne passed away after a courageous fight with cancer in her 75th year. Predeceased by her husband Francis (1981). Beloved mother of Andrew (Kerry), Robert (Tracy) and Anita (Tony...

Barbara Anne Savage

Barbara Anne Savage

Feb 17, 2012

(Member of the Oakville Historical Society) (Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital Staff Alumni) On Friday, February 17 , 2012 at her home. Barbara (nee Thornton) beloved wife of the late William Savage. Dear mother of Susan Murray (Sandy), Julia Gabura (Paul). Ben (Cynthia). Loved sister of Joan Leaver (Ross), the late Albert Thornton (Dawn). Loving grandmother of Jillian and Tori Gabura....

David Murray Eaton

David Murray Eaton

Feb 15, 2012

(Retired General Secretary for the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation and Secretary General for the Canadian Teachers' Federation) David Murray Eaton, who died peacefully at his Oakville home on Wednesday, Feb. 15th, at the age of 75, was widely known and respected across Canada and North America as the General Secretary for the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation (1987-1995) and...

Henny De Lint

Henny De Lint

Feb 12, 2012

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Henny de Lint on Sunday February 12, 2012 at the age of 86. Henny passed away peacefully with her children by her side. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday February 17, 2012 at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, (one block east...

Lionella Piasentin

Lionella Piasentin

Feb 11, 2012

(Nella) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital after a brief struggle with cancer. Nella, beloved wife of the late Angelo, loved mother of Luciana (Peter Nottegar), Pasqua (Giacomo Crosilla), Wanda (Regis Bauer) and Fran (Terry Lindell). Loved Nonna to Sandra (George),...

Lori Ann Gillham

Lori Ann Gillham

Feb 10, 2012

On February 10, 2012 at the young age of 43, Lori passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Grant and devoted mother of Andrew and step mother of Nathan, Katie and Griffin Gillham. She was the daughter of Antonia (Samoy) Ho Wong and Herman Ho Wong (deceased) and daughter-in-law of Elizabeth and...

Ian A. Grant

Ian A. Grant

Feb 8, 2012

Peacefully at the age of 70 on February 8, 2012 at Ian Anderson House in Oakville. Devoted husband, loving father, caring grandfather and warm friend. Ian was deeply in love with his wife Marilynne (Orr) (deceased) and so proud of his family. Ian will be forever remembered by son Fraser (Christine) and daughter Heather (Marc Lakmaaker). He was the proud...

Barry Sheldon Reid

Barry Sheldon Reid

Feb 8, 2012

(Born in Cape Breton, NS, formerly of Oakville, ON) Peacefully on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at Brantford General Hospital in his 76th year. Beloved husband of the late Bonnie Reid. Dear father of Sandra Garcia, Darrell (Monica), Terri (Shane) Reid. Brother of Judy Tapley and Audrey Reid. Special friend of Margaret Booth. Loving poppa of Jody and Danny Garcia; Caitlin,...

Vito Ferrone

Vito Ferrone

Feb 7, 2012

With profound sadness our family announces the passing of Vito Ferrone on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 surrounded by all those who loved him dearly. Vito was the proud husband of his beloved wife Antonia, loving father of his children and spouses Carmine (Patricia) Ferrone, Dan (Barb) Ferrone, Rina (Scott) Gowan and Vicki Magnacca and proud "Nonno" to his grandchildren Kristen...

Amelia (Emily) Petronilla De Souza

Amelia (Emily) Petronilla De Souza

Feb 4, 2012

Peacefully on Saturday February 4, 2012 at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in her 92nd year. Emily, beloved wife of the late Sylvester. Loved mother of Seraph (Carmen) and Bernie. Cherished grandma of David and the late Brendan. Dear sister of the late Tony, Isa, Connie and Gabi. Emily will be missed by her nieces, nephews and extended family. "Miss Emily"...

Frank V. Jelinek

Frank V. Jelinek

Feb 3, 2012

At the age of 78, on February 3, 2012, surrounded by family at home in Oakville. Frank will be forever remembered by Marilyn, his wife of 32 years; his daughters Julia (Michael Summerhayes), Anita (James Fox), and Maria (Gordon Muirhead); his son Nick (Andria); his step-children Heather Byant and Shawn McQuay. Proud Poppa to his grandchildren Taylor, Holly, Tristen, Jack,...

Ryan James Dunphy

Ryan James Dunphy

Feb 3, 2012

Beloved son, brother and friend to many. Born and raised in Oakville, he was well known as a cook and kitchen manager for several of Oakville's finest pubs and restaurants. He was lucky because he loved being a chef.Ryan fought bravely against an aggressive form of cancer for nine and a half years. He proved with determination, positive attitude and...

Tadeusz Bigda

Tadeusz Bigda

Feb 2, 2012

Peacefully, on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Genowefa. Loved father of Andrew Bigda and his wife Dorothy, Zofia Alfar and her husband Paul and Krystyna Placzek and Boniek. Cherished grandfather of John, Beata, Mark, Ashley, Jessica, Michelle and great-grandfather of Anna, Daniel, David and...

William S. (Bill) Watson

William S. (Bill) Watson

Feb 1, 2012

Peacefully at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy B Watson (Henderson). Loving father of Lou-Anne (Gary Bertasson) and Robert. Grandfather of Jason and Julie (Jeff); great-grandfather of Kingston. Brother of Lois Babcock of Ottawa. Son of the late Robert and Catherine Watson of Arnprior; predeceased by...

Donald Stanley Conley

Donald Stanley Conley

Jan 31, 2012

In his 85th year, peacefully at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on January 31, 2012 after a brief illness. Devoted husband of Elda (deceased). Loved and respected father of Patrick Conley (daughter-in-law, Judy Conley) of Burlington, Janet Hunt of Mallorty town. Will be greatly missed by grandchildren, Lee Conley, Dan Hunt, Kim Hunt, and Tam Hunt. Was blessed with knowing his...

Kathleen Syrine Pinfold

Kathleen Syrine Pinfold

Jan 27, 2012

Peacefully, at home, with dignity and surrounded by her loved ones, Kathleen Pinfold passed away on Friday, January 27, 2012 in her 90th year. Predeceased by her sister Adie and brothers Vincent and Henry. Cherished and much loved mother of Cathy, Michael (Shauna) and John (Heather). Left to mourn her are grandchildren Kori, Ryan, Matthew, Kyle, Nathaniel, Aaron, Rachel, Natasha...

Ludwik Kraszewski

Ludwik Kraszewski

Jan 21, 2012

Passed away in hospital on January 21st, 2012 surrounded by loved ones. The WWII Spitfire pilot of the famous Polish 303 squadron with the RAF was awarded 3 medals of valour. He completed his studies in Glasgow, Scotland where he met his future wife, Bianka. Ludwik worked for many years as chief engineer for St. Lawrence Cement Company and VP...

Irene Mary Gray

Irene Mary Gray

Jan 18, 2012

Peacefully on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Hector. Loved mother of Marion and John (June). Proud grandmother of Martin (Krista), Steven (Sally) and Susan (Danny). Great-grandmother of Brandon, Zoe, Katie, Cooper and Karyssa. Great-great grandmother of Olivia. Survived by her sister Margaret and sisters-in-law Jean and Doreen....

Barry Kay

Barry Kay

Jan 17, 2012

In his 77th year, died peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, January 17 at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Born July 29, 1935, Dad was the much loved and only child of the late George and Jessie (Cruickshank) Kay. In 1955, he met and married the love of his life, his wife of 56 years, Kathleen (Martin). Barry was...

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