Obituaries

Oct 20, 2016

Fyles, Doreen Helen (longtime resident of York) in her 87th year. It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Mother, Nanny, and friend, on October 20, 2016. She has been reunited with her cherished late husband George. Proud mother of Gary (Susan) and Steven (Anita). Cherished Nanny of Michelle, Carly, Jonathan and Cassandra, and loving...

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Oct 19, 2016

Oct 19, 2016

Francesco Francavilla (Nonno Ciccio) It is with great sadness we announce his passing on Wednesday October 19th, 2016. Beloved husband of Tina for 51 years and adored father of the late Eugenio (Diana DiCecco) Marisa (Rob LiTrenta) and Paolo (Viviana Blasi). Nonno Ciccio adored his seven grandchildren Alyssa, John, Francesca, Laura, Elisa, Frankie and Luca and they all loved him...

Oct 19, 2016

Oct 19, 2016

Sadly on October 19, 2016 our beloved father Antonio passed away at the age of 97. He has joined our mother Ida his beloved wife of 64 years. He will be missed by his children Carmela (Luigi), Marisa (Mike), Frank (Franca) and Donna (Mario). He was the kindest Nonno to his 11 grandchildren and Big Nonno to 11 great-grandchildren. He...

Oct 19, 2016

Hammond, Verna (35 year Receptionist with the Ward Funeral Home) Peacefully at home surrounded by her family, October 19, 2016. Loving Wife for 58 years to William (Bill) Hammond. Dearest Mother of Heather (Brian) O’Dell and Nancy (Peter) Banton. Proud Granny of Jennifer, James (Natasha) and Conner. Loved Great Granny of Jack O’Dell. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews....

Oct 19, 2016

Grace Eleanor Williams Passed away peacefully on October 19th, 2016 in her 87th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Eric of 64yrs. Beloved mother of David (Connie) and Gary (Cathy). Grandmother to Michael (Andrea), Stephen (Katie) and Janice (Dennis) and Great Grandmother to Addison and Drayton. Friends and family will be received at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Rd....

Oct 19, 2016

Oct 19, 2016

Oct 19, 2016

JACK LENARDUZZI September 23, 1934 - October 19, 2016 It is with deep sadness the family announces the passing of Jack (Giacomo) Lenarduzzi at the age of 82. Beloved husband of 59 years to Rose. Dad to Jo-Anne (Vince Iarusci), Sandra (Paul Venier) and Nancy. Nonno to his cherished grandchildren Steven, Nicole, Laura and Sarah. Dear brother of Giuseppina and...

Oct 18, 2016

Herman Dysselhof passed away peacefully at Holland Christian Homes on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Margaretha Dysselhof (Romkes) for 63 years. Dear father of Eddy of Brampton, Diana and her husband John of Arthur, and Rick and his wife Marian of Mississauga. Cherished grandfather (Opa) to Jennifer and her husband Steve, Jeff and his...

Oct 18, 2016

Rosa touched countless lives with her loving spirit. After a long and courageous battle, Rosa passed away on October 18, 2016. Rosa was an inspiration to all in her unyielding courage and strength. She never gave up hope. Loving wife of Rocco Lopresti for 52 years. Beloved mother of Teresa (Nick Resciniti) who cared for her until the very end...

Oct 18, 2016

TRIMBLE, Margaret (nee Rose, formerly Reid) With great sadness the family announces the passing of their Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother Margaret Trimble at Tall Pines Long Term Care Centre on Tuesday Oct 18, 2016 in her 95th year. Predeceased by husbands David Trimble (1997), Bryce Reid (1945 WWII), brother Fred and sister Gertrude. Survived and missed deeply by her...

Oct 18, 2016

HENRY JOHN "Jack" LAWRENCE WWII naval veteran August 27, 1919 to October 18, 2016 Jack is survived by his beloved wife, Vandella "Van", daughter, Gail Lawrence, and her spouse, Henry Verrydt; Jack's extended family, Fred and Phyllis Letto of Perth, Ontario, and Jack's nieces and nephews across Canada. Born in Harbour Breton, Newfoundland, to Captain James Price and Elizabeth (Keeping)...

Oct 18, 2016

IRENE "RENE" STRAND nee (JEMMETT) February 26, 1921 – October 28, 2016 Rene passed peacefully at the age of 95 on Tuesday, October 18th. She was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Robert (Bob) Strand. Proud mother of her three sons, Bob (Deborah), Keith (Elizabeth) and Don. Devoted Grandmother of Neil (Cindy), James and Jacob. A Celebration of Life...

Oct 17, 2016

Stacey-Barlow, Cheryl Anne June 24, 1972-October 17, 2016 Our cherished and beautiful Cheryl passed away with dignity and grace at her home in Oakville, surrounded by her loving and devoted family. She leaves to mourn and celebrate her life her wonderful husband Greg, their special girls Sarah and Chelsea, her much adored parents Barry and Gladys Stacey, her parents-in-law Gilbert...

Oct 17, 2016

FLATT, Margaret (nee, Shafley) 1931-2016 Passed away peacefully on Monday, October 17, 2016 surrounded by love. Margaret was loved dearly by her family. Sadly missed by her daughter Bobbie, grandchildren Cheyenne (Paul) and Danny and great grandchildren Blythe, Jaden and Mason. Daughter Terri, grandchildren Nicole and Chris. She will also be missed by her dear friend Rick. Dear aunt to...

Oct 17, 2016

Guglielmo was born September 10, 1926 in Isola del Liri, Italy. He came to Canada as a young man to build a life for his family leaving his wife Iolanda and three kids Franca, Loreto and Luigi in Italy. He worked very hard and was able to bring his family to Canada just a few years later. Pappa/Nonno, you were...