Obituaries

Apr 13, 2020

Peacefully on April 13th, 2020, at Norfinch Nursing Home in his 89th year Luciano Clauser passed away in his sleep. Beloved husband of Giuseppina for 61 years. Cherished by his children Lino (Josie), Marisa, Camillo (Cecilia) and Betty (Fabio). Loved by his grandchildren Marc (Meagan), Julia (Drew), Samantha and Anthony.

Apr 13, 2020

On Monday April 13, 2020, Traianos (Ted) Vasiliadis passed away peacefully at Villa Leonardo Gambin, Woodbridge Ontario. Ted was born on May 15, 1927 in Bouf/Akrita, Greece and grew up with his loving parents Theodro & Eleni Vasiliadis and 4 siblings. Ted & his beautiful wife Eleni came to Canada in 1960 with their two adored daughters, Annie and May....

Apr 12, 2020

Peacefully at The Westbury long term care on Sunday, April 12th, 2020, Robert Bruce McClure in his 96th year was reunited with his beloved wife Margery “Peg”. Loving father of Pat (the late Michael) FitzGibbon and Rob. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Meghan, Lauren and Robertson. Dear brother of Lorraine. At Bob’s request no visitation or service...

Apr 12, 2020

Lewis, Anna Marie "Babs" Peacefully on Sunday April 12th, 2020, Anna Marie in her 95th year. Predeceased by her husband Alan and her brothers, James, Frank, Bill and Jack O’Driscoll. She will be dearly missed by her 15 nieces and nephews. A private family service will take place at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Toronto. Please visit her Book of Memories at...

Apr 12, 2020

Apr 11, 2020

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Shirley Avery on April 11, 2020, at the age of 93. Loving daughter to the late Clifford and Marjorie Marchant and dear sister to the late Helen (Doug) Kelterborn. Predeceased by her loving husband Burt (1991). Beloved mother of Jane (Don) Cameron and Jim (Natalie) Avery. Loving grandmother to Jamie...

Apr 11, 2020

Apr 10, 2020

Apr 10, 2020

LAWRENCE HARVEY VAN BUSKIRK January 17, 1933 - April 10, 2020 The Family of Lawrence Harvey Van Buskirk of Toronto, Ontario is heartbroken to announce his passing on Good Friday at the age of 87. Lawrence passed at his home in Queens Estate Retirement Residence. The family is greatly saddened that we could not be there as he gained his...

Apr 10, 2020

Apr 10, 2020

Luis de Freitas, 81, of Vaughan, Ontario, succumbed to cancer surrounded by his loving wife and children on April 10, 2020. Luis is survived by his wife Maria Odete of 53 years, daughter Ana Paula Sorrenti, daughter-in-law Liza de Freitas, sons Steve de Freitas, Andy de Freitas and loving grandchildren Jonathan Sorrenti, Emily Sorrenti, Nicholas de Freitas and Isabella de...

Apr 10, 2020

Apr 9, 2020

It’s with a heavy heart that on Thursday April 9th, 2020 Isobel (Isabella) Maloney (nee Carey) laid her head to rest. Beloved wife of the late John Maloney. Strong and independent until the end, she died peacefully in her home, surrounded by her beloved Grandchildren Jade & Jacob & dear friend Aleasha. A special thank you to her Hero’s, Dr....

Apr 9, 2020

Apr 8, 2020

Our Champion Dad will always be the best father to myself Donna, Ann, Terry, Keith could ever had. The best grandpa to Christopher (Beth), Tara (Anthony), James, Michael, Tyler, Tiffany. The greatest great-grandpa to Alessia Sophia. His wife (deceased) Florence (Allain). His partner Lillian Allain (NB). A sister Ethel McCarthy (PEI). Son-in-law Paul Bray. Daughter-in-law Elisa French (Wilson). Nephew Dan...

Apr 8, 2020

Manser, Thelma Lily Suddenly, at home, April 8, 2020. The youngest daughter of Margaret(d1981) and Leslie Simmons(d1965), born at Toronto July 9, 1925. Beloved wife of Sidney James Manser (d2004). They married December 7, 1946. Loved mother to Robert (d1950), Jamie (d1953), Sidney Robin (Sandi), Barrie James (Mary), Evan Neil (d1996)(Peggy d2006), and Paul Andrew (Tracy). Cherished Grandmother of Ryan,...

Apr 8, 2020

Apr 7, 2020

Gary James Preszcator Passed away April 7, 2020 at Mackenzie Health Hospital in Richmond Hill in his 71st year. Gary was born on March 5, 1950 in London, Ontario, the eldest of five children to the late Donald and Marjorie Preszcator. As the “biggest” brother, Gary was active in his siblings’ lives and taught them many valuable lessons over the...

Apr 7, 2020

Nicola died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday April 7, 2020, aged 95. After a full and rewarding life, he has moved on to be with his wife Antonietta who passed two years ago after 64 wonderful years of married life together. He is also pre-deceased by all his siblings, Domenico, Francesca and Vincenza. He is survived by his daughter...

Apr 7, 2020

Lois Elizabeth Short (nee Cooper) June 21, 1931 – April 7, 2020 Lois Elizabeth died peacefully at the Village of Humber Heights with her daughter and son (virtually) by her side. Beloved wife of the late Alan Short (d. 1998).Dearly loved by her daughter Janet (Graham Brewer) and son David (Christina).Awesome Grandma to Aidan and Caitlyn, as well as assorted...