Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Pasquale Rosati
Jul 31, 2016
Rosati, Pasquale It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Pasquale Rosati on July 31, 2016. Predeceased by his loving wife Rosalia and son Camillo. Devoted father of Tony, James and Mauro. Loving father-in-law to Rose, Gina, Luciana and Gabriella. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren whom he adored: Jerome, Stepfanie, Adam, Alexander, Julian,...
Brian Holden
Jul 31, 2016
Holden, John Brian (Born and raised in Weston, ON, Founder of J.B. Holden Electrical Services Limited for 48 years, long time member of the Weston Golf and Country Club, Past President of the Weston Lions Club, and avid lover of cottage life on Six Mile Lake) Passed away peacefully following a brief battle with cancer at the Baycrest Hospital on...
Bertha Fernandes
Jul 30, 2016
Your prayers are requested for the soul of Mrs. Bertha Fernandes, relict of the late F.X. Fernandes, devoted mother to Elaine (Willy), Jenny (Arthur), Candy (Robi), Felix and Melba (both deceased), and Vincent (Linda), loving grandmother to Joe(Jackie), Michael (Dionne), Kevin, Marc, Natalie, Adrian(Tina) Nadine(Peter), Lloyd and Aaron, and great-grandchildren Emma, Tara, Quinten, Marcell, Lily-Marie, Johana, Julius and Nerea, who...
Giuseppe (Joe) Piccolo
Jul 30, 2016
Piccolo, Giuseppe (Joe) Peacefully passed away on July 30th, 2016 at the age of 80. He has now joined his wife Lina and daughter Franca. Loving father of Rina (Piero), Jack (Anna), Antonella (Bryan) and son-in-law Tullio. Cherished nonno of Sara (Jason), Jenna (Michael), Rachel (Anthony), Frankie, Anthony, Giuseppe, Olivia, Alana and Taylor. He will be missed by his brothers,...
Lucy Verschuren
Jul 29, 2016
Passed away peacefully on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Holland Christian Homes, Grace Manor, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Henry for 62 wonderful years. Loving mother of Cathy, Leo, Chris, Henry, Lucy, Conny and Peter. Proud and devoted oma to 16 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She is survived by 5 siblings in the Netherlands and numerous...
Margaret Moir
Jul 29, 2016
Moir, Margaret E. on Friday, July 29th, 2016, surrounded by love, at the age of 88. Mother of Gordon (Judy), Nancy (Cécil) Aird and Mary Ellen “Mel” (Paul) Kollar. Dear Grandma of Evan. Sister of Joan, Eldean and predeceased by Dorothy. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and many friends. Thank you to the staff at Humber...
Kevin Melnik
Jul 29, 2016
Melnik, Kevin Passed suddenly on Friday July 29th, 2016 with his family by his side at St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto, in his 49th year. Kevin will be fondly missed by his loving wife and best friend, Helen of 17 years and children Rosemary (Ryan), Tasha (Jake), Rebecca, and Richard. He is survived by his father Richard, brother Steven, and grandchildren,...
Scott Wells
Jul 28, 2016
Scott Morgan Wells (Scotty) It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of Scotty Wells, on July 28, 2016 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his wife Linda Wells, and by the support of all of his family. Loving father of Sharlene Wells. Devoted step-father to Lisa Dockery (Everold), Lindsay Brown and Todd...
Mary Purdon
Jul 27, 2016
PURDON, Mary “Mae” (nee Robertson) Suddenly in her 90th year on Wednesday July 27th, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Andy Purdon of 61 years. Loving mother of Andrea (Rick Westcott) and of Scott (Monica Kearsey). Cherished grandma of Hailey, Maggie, Kendra, and Andrew. Dear sister of Peggy (Al Day) and sister-in-law of Douglas (Rosemary Aubert) Purdon. Predeceased by her...
Ruth Costanzo
Jul 27, 2016
Peacefully at Chartwell Wenleigh Long Term Care Residence, Mississauga on Wednesday July 27, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Bruno and loving mother of David, Donna, Stephen, Kenneth, Elizabeth, George, Catherine, Christopher, Bradley and four step-children. At Ruth’s request there will be no public service or visitation. Please visit Ruth’s Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com
Olga Ferriman
Jul 26, 2016
FERRIMAN. Olga Peacefully on Tuesday July 26th, 2016 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late William Ferriman. Loving mother of Bill and Rick. Cherished grandmother of Behn and Meghan. Dear sister of Joan McDonald. Predeceased by her two brothers Tom and John Armstrong. Olga will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Friends will...
Douglas Brown
Jul 26, 2016
Douglas Lloyd Brown Peacefully in his 88th year on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Loving husband of the late Barbara Brown (2013) for 60 years. He will be sadly missed by his children Audrey Mason (Bruce), Ron Brown (Cathy) and Nancy Kroff (Brian) and his 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He will also be missed many friends and other relatives. A...
David Glen
Jul 26, 2016
David Andrew Glen With a heavy heart David Andrew Glen passed away July 26th at the Joseph Brant Hospital at the age of 53 with people who loved him by his side; His devoted and loving wife Valerie, and his loving cousin Rod. He fought his demons, but now he is with the people that loved him the most, his...
Elisabeth Wehmeyer
Jul 25, 2016
Elisabeth Wehmeyer (nee Both) On Monday, July 25, 2016 in her 89th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Heinz. Devoted Mom of Sylvia (Gene), Sonya (Tom) and Ron (Suzana). Oma of Andrew, Matthew (Sarah), Bryan (Katie), Daniel, Davor and Nicole. Uhr Oma of Alex and Eric. Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home 2035 Weston Road (north of...
Marie Fox
Jul 25, 2016
Fox, Marie Constance (nee O’Rourke) Unexpectedly taken, surrounded by family on Monday, July 25, 2016 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Russell. Loving mother of Lois (Norman) and the late Douglas. Cherished grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Sister of Joy (Harold). Guests will be received at the Ward Funeral Home 2035 Weston Road (north...