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Marian “Mario” Mahne
It is with great sadness that the family announce the sudden death of Marian. He was a loving brother to Ivan (Alojzija) of Etobicoke, Anton, Ivana (Anton), Marija (Rade) of Slovenija. He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Monday from 7 to 9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday in the Chapel at 11 am. Cremation.
Evelyn Clark
Peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2003 at the McCall Centre at the age of 87. She will be sadly missed by her friends Liz & Joe, Diane & Eugene, Margo, Margaret, Betty, Heather and all who knew her. Friends were received at the Ridley Funeral Home on Thursday, October 9, 2003. Interment took place at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Hamilton.
Stella Dmytrasz
passed away peacefully at McCall Centre (Trillium Hospital, Queensway) on October 8, 2003 at the age of 91. Predeceased by her husband Walter in 1980 and brother Frank in 1997. Loving mother of Bill and wife Anne, Edward and wife Lillian; grandmother of Steven and Christine and husband Gordon, greatgrandmother of Matthew. Also fondly remembered by nieces and their families in Quebec and Ohio. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. West (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. with Panachyda at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass at Christ the Good Shepherd Parish at St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 182 Sixth Street, south Etobicoke, on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to the Parkinson Foundation, or a charity of your choice. The family expresses its heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the McCall Second Floor medical, nursing, and all other staff for their professional and compassionate care.
Dorilla ''Dot'' Cormier (nee Le Blanc)
Peacefully, at the Trillium Health Centre - Mississauga, with her family by her side, on October 9, 2003, at the age of 77. Predeceased by her husband Fred. Loving mother to Donald and his wife Leta. Predeceased by her brothers Joseph, Raymond and Clarence. She will be sadly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, their families, and many friends. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705), on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. from St. Ambrose Catholic Church (782 Browns Line). Interment St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice.
Valentin “Tine” Strah
Peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, October 13, 2003 at Etobicoke General Hospital at the age of 90. Tine left Slovenija as a young man for Karnten, Austria. He immigrated to Canada where he lived a full and content life with his family. He will be missed by his wife Frances, daughters Maria (John) Ponikvar, Frances (Bill) Ramsay and son Tim (Colleen) and grandchildren Alexandra and Michael Ponikvar and Cameron Ramsay. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Tuesday from 7 to 9 pm. A Mass will be held on Wednesday from Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at 10 am. Interment Mt. Peace Cemetery. A special thanks to Dr. Maida and the nurses of the Palliative Care Unit.
Veta Micallef
Peacefully at Extendicare Brampton on October 13, 2003 at the age of 87. Predeceased by her loving husband Joseph, sister Cora and brothers Chuck and Al. Cherished sister to Margaret Pompilio of Brampton, dear sister-in-law to Rose Santagato of Aurora and close friend to Jerry Kiviluoma of Etobicoke. Sadly missed by her nephews Kenny Kinchen, John Pompilio and great-nephew Tim Dwyer. Veta’s smile and laughter will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Family and friends are grateful to the staff of Extendicare for their loving care over the last year. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Friday from 12 to 2 p.m. A Service to follow in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Cremation. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated.
Michael Religa
Peacefully at the Trillium Health Centre-Mississauga on October 16, 2003 in his 86th year. Long time companion to Lillian Teeter. He will be missed by his nephews, Conrad, Leonard, Gregory, Paul, John Jr, nieces Sharon, Deborah and their spouses. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to the Trillium Health Centre or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
George Elder Cooper
(Ordinary Member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 3) Peacefully with his family by his side on October 16, 2003, at the Trillium Health Centre-Mississauga at the age of 69. Beloved husband to Wilma for 42 years and loving father to David. Survived by his sister Janny and will be missed by many family and friends. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Chapel. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Andrew (Andrzej) Zelasko
Suddenly on Friday, October 24, 2003 at St. Joseph’s Health Centre. Andrew, beloved husband of 53 years of Ursula Zelasko. Loving father of John and his wife Susan, Henry and his partner Roberta Smith, and Diana McKiel. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Jeroemie and Justin McKiel. Andrew is survived by his sisters Karola Borkowski and Janka Zelasko and his brother Edek. He is predeceased by his brother Kazimir Zelasko. Andrew came to Canada in 1949 from Poland and was a 30 year employee of Christie Biscuits. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Sunday and Monday from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, October 28th at 10 a.m. from St. Teresa’s Catholic Church. Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens. The family would appreciate donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society or having trees planted in memory of Andre.
L. George Johnson
At Sunnybrook Veterans Wing on Sunday, October 26, 2003. George, beloved husband of Eileen (Owen) Dear father of Bruce and his wife Iris of Orillia and Clare and her husband Jo Greenwood of Rotorua, N.Z. Proud Granddad of Natalie, Vanessa and Olivia Greenwood and Leia Johnson. Brother of Alice and Tom. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday at 3 p.m. Cremation. Donations to a Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Theresa McNamara
Suddenly on Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at home in Toronto. Predeceased by her mother Bridget and father Anthony. Theresa will be greatly missed by her sisters and brothers, Ann (Jim) Glassford, Pat (Barbara) McNamara, Mary (John) Thornewell, Mike McNamara and Evelyn McNamara. Theresa is predeceased by her brothers John and Kevin. She was also a dear aunt to Sean, Kerrin, Peter, David, Martin, Quinn, Connor, Liam, Kelly, Aidan and Kieran. Her extended family, friends and care givers at 146 Viewmount Ave, will also greatly miss Theresa. Although Theresa had many challenges in life that never stopped her from enjoying and experiencing life to the fullest. She was truly a role model to us all. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Cremation. The family would appreciate donations to Epilepsy Toronto and Christian Horizons Messages of condolences may be placed at www.RidleyFuneralHome.com.
Peter Rudy
Suddenly at St. Mary’s Hospital on Thursday, October 30, 2003 at the age of 86. Beloved Husband of Doris for 63 years. Predeceased by his parents Annie and Panko and his loving son Harold. Grandfather of Alexandra and Adrianna. Dearest brother of Julia Kostuik, John, Mary Petro, Nellie McFaul, Steve, Dan, Orest and the late Michael. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Sunday from 7 to 9 pm. Panakhyda at 7:30 pm. The Orthodox Rite of Funeral will be held at St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church on Monday at 10 am. Interment St. Volodymyr Ukrainian Cemetery. Oakville. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Demetrius Orthodox Church or to the charity of your choice.
Annette Gorjup
Peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, 2003 at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga. Beloved wife of the late Marko. Loving mother to Michelle and Diane and grandmother to Shane and Shamar. Survived by her mother Euphemia Williams of Jamaica, her sister Behama, two brothers in Jamaica and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Also sadly missed by Steve. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Friday from 3 to 5 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. from Sts. Martha & Mary Catholic Church, 1870 Burnhamthorpe Rd. E. (at Ponytrail Dr.). Interment Assumption Cemetery, Mississauga. The Family would also appreciate having trees planted in memory of Annette Gorjup.
Rose Bonozew
Peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2003 at Meadowcroft Place in Mississauga in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late James. Loving mother to Ruth Styba and the late Doris Sielski. Dear grandmother to Pamela, Peter, Angel and Robin. Also survived by her sister Jean McMullin. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Service in the chapel Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment St. John's Dixie Cemetery, Mississauga. If desired, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.
George Cox
After a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, November 8, 2003 at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga, at the age of 59. Beloved husband of Jacqueline. Loving father of Allen (Kelly) and Shawn (Karen). Cherished grandfather of Timothy and Jeremy. Dear son of Olive and the late George. Brother of David (Jane) and Jim. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th St., 416-259-3705) on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Private family Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Hospice Centre of Peel.
