PAXTON, Gordon Paul - passed away peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Loving husband of the late Moira Janet Paxton. Dear father of Neil and his wife Donna of Port Hope. Cherished grandfather of Courtney, Lindsay and Nicole. Dear brother of Thelma Shields and brother-in-law of Ellenor Hamel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (exit 440, just north of 401 at the lights 1-877-987-3964) on Saturday, September 6, at 11 a.m. with visiting for one hour prior to service. Cremation.

BRANCH, Dorothy O. – (Former resident of Parkview) at Marnwood Life Care Centre on Friday, August 29, 2008, in her 101st year, after a long and wonderful life. Wife of the late Roy Branch. Loving mother of Pauline and her husband Bruce McClure of Mississauga, Russell and his wife Catherine of Bowmanville, and Betty and her husband Don Lycett of Orono. Missed by grandchildren Doug, Janet, Jim, Brian, Linda, Steve, Susan, and eight great grandchildren. Survived by her sister Jean Arney and predeceased by seven brothers and sisters. A special thank-you to the staff of Marnwood for their care and compassion. Donations in Dorothy’s memory to Newcastle United Church or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by her family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Private family service. Interment, Orono Cemetery.

WATSON, Robert Martin Bryan “Bob” passed away after a lengthy illness on Monday, August 25, 2008, at Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility, in his 82nd year. He is survived by his wife of 62 years of marriage, Shirley (nee McIlroy) of Newcastle, and his daughters Donna Bradley and her partner Ralph Canonico of Oshawa and Dianne Green and her husband Terry of Australia. Bob will be missed by his grandchildren Robert Parker, Curtis Bradley, Jo-Anne McDow, and great-grandchildren Brittany and Lee-Anne McDow. Donations in Bob’s memory to the Huntington’s Society of Canada, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: A memorial service will be held at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S (just north of 401 at the lights) on Thursday, August 28, at 2 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Cremation.

GREEN, Don L. (Former employee with both the Port Hope and Pickering Parks and Recreation Departments) - peacefully with his family by his side at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Saturday, August 16, 2008, in his 77th year. Loving husband of Elenor of Peterborough. Dear Dad of Dawn (Guy) Forsyth, Larry (Angela), George (Gail) and Marty. Gramps will be missed by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his sister Edna (Roy) Russell and will be remembered by all of his extended family and friends. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: A private family service was held at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE in Peterborough on Tuesday, August 19, followed by cremation.

DODSWORTH, Eileen Rose – suddenly at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, on Saturday, August 16, 2008, in her 84th year. Loving wife of Victor for 58 years. Dear mother of Lynn Graham and her husband Larry of Tobermory, Victor Dodsworth and his wife Terry of Warkworth, Philip Dodsworth and Jacqueline of Ajax, and Andrew Dodsworth and his wife Barbara of Newcastle. Nanny to David, Laura, Kyle; Simon, Colin; Michael; Kristina and Sara. Great-grandmother to James and Katherine. Sister to Ronald, William, and the late Leslie, Nathanial, and George Cook, all of England. Daughter of the late Samuel and Rose Cook of London, England. Donations in Eileen’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Thursday, August 21, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Friday, August 22, at 11:00 a.m. Cremation.

FOSTER, Ethel G.M. (20-year employee of Mather and Bell Pharmacy) – peacefully at Fairhaven Nursing Home in Peterborough on Saturday, August 16, 2008 in her 78th year. Dear wife of Don Foster of 56 years. Cherished mother of Gail and her husband Mike Lawson and predeceased by her son Gary Foster. Much loved Grandma of Lee Jay, April and her husband Ryan, Ashley, Craig and Kevin. Ethel is survived by her sister Joan Harding and will be missed by her extended family and friends. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or the Fairhaven Auxiliary would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Thursday, August 21, from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, August 22, at 2:30 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

DaCOSTA, “Del” Norman Delroy Rodriques – passed away quietly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after complications due to illness on Saturday, August 9, 2008, in his 72nd year. He created so many memories and he will be greatly missed and never forgotten. He would never want us to mourn his life (or write a cheesy obituary about it), for he had a great time! He will be sadly missed by his wife Cheryl and daughters Daryl, Adrienne, Rosanna, and Sabrina, and his four grandchildren. Del is survived by his sisters Pauline, Olga, Rhema and Beverly; brothers Vernon, Neville, Derrick, and predeceased by Clinton and Horace. He will be missed by his many nieces and nephews, and his extended family and friends. Our Dad was never a big fan of flowers; he killed almost every one that Cheryl tried to grow. So in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ontario Lung Association. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: A celebration of Del’s life will take place at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, August 16, at 3:00 p.m., with visiting from 1:00 p.m. until time of service.

JAMES, Raymond H. – (Veteran of WWII, RCAF; retired President and CEO of Ethicon Sutures Ltd., Peterborough; 32-years with Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies; founder and former president of Arbrook Ltd. (Surgikos Canada Inc.); founder of Codman & Shurtleff; former chairman of the board of Sir Sandford Fleming College, Peterborough Civic Hospital, Greater Peterborough Economic Council, and Peterborough’s United Way) – peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Friday, August 8, 2008, in his 87th year. Loving husband of Dorene (nee Baker), and the late M. Joyce (nee McLeod). Dear father of Bryan James and his wife Ingeborg of Toronto, Anthony James and his wife Maggie of Indian River, and Peter James and his wife Frances of Douro. Grandpa to Hilary, Nicholas; Nellie, Christopher; and Papa to Lindsay, Lauren, and Colin. Brother of Marshal James and his wife Marion, Audrey Lewis and her late husband Henry, Vivien Quelch and her husband David, and the late Betty Baxter; survived by her husband Donald. Sadly missed by special friend Doris McGillivray, nieces, nephews, many friends and business associates. A private family funeral service was held on Monday, August 11. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 566 Armour Road, Peterborough, on Tuesday, August 26, at 1:00 p.m., with visiting from 12:15 until time of service. A reception will follow at the Holiday Inn, George Street, Peterborough.

TURNER, William “Bill” – (an avid golfer, former member of Parkview and Black Diamond Golf Clubs) – suddenly at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, on Tuesday, August 5, 2008, in his 69th year. Bill, loving husband and best friend of Lorna (nee Hately) for 40 years. Devoted father of Chris (Philippa) and Colin (Julie). Granddad will be greatly missed by grandson Alex and his mother Shawna. Dear brother of Margery and Anne (Ray), all of England. Brother-in-law of Pat and Alan of Beamsville, Margaret and Jack, Sue and Mick, all of England. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Bill’s memory would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S., Newcastle (exit 440, just north of the 401 at the lights, 1-877-987-3964) on Sunday, August 10, at 2:00 p.m., with a reception to follow.

STRACHAN, James “Jimmy” Weir – Born February 14, 1931. Died peacefully in Bowmanville, in the early hours of Monday, August 4, surrounded by his loving wife of 49 years, Jan, and his daughters Janice and Jill. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Jamie Lyn, Logan, Alison and Emily of whom he was very proud. He will be fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters and his extended family and friends both in Canada and in Scotland. Jimmy loved his family and friends. He was much loved in return. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Cancer Drivers or the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends are invited to join with the family for a celebration of his life at the Wheelhouse in Wilmot Creek, (from 401, exit 435 Bennett Rd.) on Saturday, August 9, at 1p.m.

HENDERSON, Valerie Jean “Val” – suddenly at home on Monday, July 28, 2008, in her 65th year. Val, loving wife and best friend of Alan for 40 years. Cherished and devoted mother of Stephen Foster and wife Paula, Jennifer Henderson and partner Jason, Monica Henderson, Andrew Henderson and wife Angela. Mama to Bryanna, Natalie, Britney; Sadie, Mitchell; Grandma to Cameron, Kalyn, and Keenan. Daughter of the late Stephen and Sadie Mellors. Sister of Stephen Mellors (Ginger) of California, and the late Derek Mellors. Sister-in-law of Gloria Mellors. She will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Donations in memory of Valerie may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.), Peterborough, on Thursday, July 31, from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday, August 1, from 1-2 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m., with reception to follow. Cremation.

MacGILLIVRAY, Arthur Robert “Bob” (World War II Veteran R.C.N.V.R.; 40 years service Toronto Star; resident of Wilmot Creek, Newcastle, Ontario) - peacefully in his sleep at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at the age of 85. Devoted husband and life-long companion of Grace (nee Watson) for 63 years. Loving father of Kathryn (Ron), Glenn (Janice) and Steve (Shelley). Dear grandfather of Andrea and Paul MacGillivray, and Ryan and Jamie McLauchlan. Survived by sisters Joan and Shirley. Predeceased by brother “Bud” and sister Ruth. Donations may be made, if desired, to the Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Visitation at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S., Newcastle (exit 440, just north of 401 at the lights) on Wednesday, July 30, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., with a funeral service to be held at 3:00 p.m., and reception to follow. Cremation, with private family interment at Highland Memory Gardens, Toronto.

ALLIN, Beverley “Bev” Margaret Kathleen – passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, July 24, 2008, in her 64th year. Predeceased by her loving husband of 38 years, Robert Allin. Dear mother of Alisha Allin. Bev is survived by her sister Bonnie Wheeler and her husband Donald, brothers Dale Mackey, Dennis Mackey and his wife Dee, and by sister-in-law Anne and Shirley. She is predeceased by her brothers Douglas and Jimmy. Best friend for 55 years of Nada Wilkins and her husband Clyde. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends. The family would like to express a special thank-you to the staff of 6-F at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, Dr. Nicole Devost, Dr. Andrew Wilks, Dr. Gregory Lo, and Dr. Tom Shizas, for their care and compassion. Memorial donations to Palliative Care at Lakeridge Health Oshawa would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends will be received at Woodview Park Community Centre, 151 Cadillac Ave. N., Oshawa, on Sunday, July 27, for a celebration of Bev’s life from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

WARE, Edna R. (former resident of Parkview, Newcastle; former employee of Metro Toronto Separate School Board for approximately 20 years; member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Scarborough) – died peacefully at Marnwood Lifecare Centre, Bowmanville, on Sunday, July 13, 2008, in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Borden “James” Ware, the late James William Lomax, and the late Joseph Arnold. Dear mother of Sylvia Shimski (Danny) Tim Lomax (Barbara), Sandy Bermingham (Jim), Cathy Juchau (Richard) and Theresa Reynolds (Graham). Grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by 9 brothers and sisters. A special thank you to her extended family at Marnwood and Dr. Debra Jefferson for their care and compassion. Donations in Edna’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Cremation, with a private family service to follow. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill.

MARION, Roger (former employee of Fishercast Global for 15 years; former member of the Peterborough Fish and Game Club) - unexpectedly in Peterborough, on Saturday, July 12, 2008, in his 46th year. Loving husband of Mona for 24 years. Proud father of Robert and Danielle. Beloved son of Madelaine and the late Francis Marion. Brother of Gerald (Sharon), Yvon, Jeannine, Marie-Jeanne, Edouard, Rose-Marie (Tom), Louis (Karen), Pauline, Denise and the late Paul. Brother-in-law of Nancy. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Many thanks to our friends and neighbours for their compassion and support. Donations in Roger’s memory may be made to the Peterborough Fish and Game Club or Ducks Unlimited through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends may call at HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Wednesday, July 16, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, July 17, at 11:00 a.m. Cremation.

AULD, Freda (nee Ryder) – peacefully with her daughter by her side at North York General Hospital on Monday, July 7, 2008, at the age of 80. Loving mother of Danny, John, Jean, Andy, Robert, Bradley, and Rodney. Much loved Nana of Derek, Erin, Jennifer, William, Shannon, Ryan, Randy, Ashley, Adam, Cyndell, Raymond, Cortney, Sara, and great-grandson Jarod. Predeceased by her brother Jack Ryder and sister Jean Clark. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the nurses and staff of North York General Hospital, 5 East and 5 West Wings, for their compassionate care. Donations in Freda’s memory to the North York General Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, July 12, at 11:00 a.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service, and a reception immediately following. Interment will take place at Pine Hills Cemetery, Scarborough, at 2:30 p.m.

DOYLE, Joseph Gerald Donald ( Major, Retired - R.C.A.F.) - died suddenly on Sunday, July 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Cherished father of Heather Volk(Klaus), William Doyle(Shelley), Diane Magee(Stephen), Donald Doyle Jr.(Sandra), James Doyle(Wendy), Deborah Dowds, Patrick Doyle(Sara), Tim Tickner(Sue) and Roger Tickner(Ana). Adored Grandpa to his 16 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Born of Irish/French extraction in Ottawa, he joined the military during W.W. II. He attended Queen’s University before returning to his career in the R.C.A.F. where he rose to the rank of Major. As a navigator he flew the Lancaster, the CF100 and the CF 130 Hercules to name a few. He served as protocol officer at NORAD in Colorado Springs, Colorado where he chaperoned visiting dignitaries including President Nixon and Queen Elizabeth II. After he retired from the military he worked for Transport Canada and the United Nations in Uganda. Don maintained his ties with the R.C.A.F. by assisting with several reunions of the 408 Squadron. After traveling the world, Don and his first wife Lorraine, settled in Port Dover where they were active members of the community for many years. He moved to Wilmot Creek after his wife’s death in 1999, where he found a new community and a new love – Dorothy Tickner. Together they shared a love of travel, laughter and singing. Don’s legacy will be his steadfast commitment to family and the many friends he made the world over. Family was central to all that Don did, and it will be that sense of family that will support us in this time of loss. Memorial donations to Sleeping Children Around the World would be greatly appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.) "Per ardua ad astra"

Funeral Details: Friends will be received at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. South (Mill St. exit, just north of 401 at the lights) on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 250 Mill St. South, Newcastle, on Thursday, July 10, at 11a.m.

McILMOYLE, Barbara (nee Rome) – peacefully at Fairhaven on Wednesday, June 25, 2008, in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late Ivan McIlmoyle. Loving mother of Thomas and Eleanor, Daniel and Julie, and Lisa and Fred Hancock. Survived by grandchildren, relatives, and friends. Dear sister of Evelyn and the late Arthur Brockley, Muriel and Bud Monahan, Margaret and the late Harry Pulcine, the late Amelia and Gord Huggins, Shirley and Buck Jamieson, and George Rome. Sister-in-law of Jean Rome. Donations in memory of Barbara may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Fairhaven Foundation through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. A special thank you to the staff of Fairhaven for their care and compassion. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Wednesday, July 2, from 12:30 until time of service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Peterborough Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham Street.

HUTCHINSON, June Mary (nee Shill) (20 year resident of Wilmot Creek) – peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Sunday, June 22, 2008, in her 80th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Ted Hutchinson (1999). Cherished mother of Rick and his wife Heather of Brampton; Cathy Davies of Burlington; the late Bev and her husband Rick Van Straalen of Cambridge; Barb and her husband Kent Shadwick of Ajax; Anne and her husband Dave Grouette of Port Hope and Carolyn and her husband Ken MacPherson of Ajax. Devoted Gramma of Brian, Jennifer, Christine, Danielle, Darryl, Jeff, Alex, Stephen, Rob, Matthew, Bradley, Ryan and Laura and Great-gramma of Evan, Maya, Hannah, Nathan and Grace. June will be remembered by her dear niece Allison McDuffee and her husband John Spragge and their daughter Kennedy, and is predeceased by her brother Don Shill of Prince George, B.C. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Mom’s care team, Alice Holmes, St. Elizabeth, and Sherri Earle, V.H.A., Dr. Moolla and Dr. Kassirer for their care and compassion. Memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends will be received at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME ,386 Mill St. S.,(just north of the 401 at the lights) on Thursday, June 26 from 11 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the chapel at 1 p.m.

McINROY, Elmer Peter (Veteran of WWII, Army; member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43) – peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 21, 2008 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Doris Marie (nee Jordan). Dear father of the late Robert McInroy (survived by his wife Judith), Linda McInroy and her best friend Wayne Milheron, Ronald McInroy and his wife Juanita, Rhonda and her husband Dennis Brayley, all of Oshawa, Ann and her husband Abel MacNeil of Bowmanville, and Jamie McInroy and his wife Leslie of Oshawa. He is sadly missed by his grandchildren Robbie, Deanna, Derek and Shane McInroy; Michele, Tammy and Renae Chenette, Denise Calhoun; Dennis and Jeremy Brayley, Mandie, Abel, and Jason MacNeil; and Ronnie McInroy; his great-grandchildren, Nathan, Breanna and Katie; Alexis, Joshua, Lacey, Jake, Tamara, Jordon, Jaime, Trista and Calvin; Jesse, Dennis III and Ethan; Brittany and Jeremy Jr.; and Virginia; his great-great-granddaughter Faith Chenette and his step- grandchildren Randy Hill, Jonathan Jobivon; Tyler and Stephanie Sherman. Brother of John McInroy of Scarborough and Emma Kirtley of Oshawa. Peter is remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family and neighbours. Memorial donations to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the Lung Association would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 905-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com (please indicate family name in subject line.)

Funeral Details: Friends will be received at the OSHAWA COMMUNITY CHURCH (corner of Bruce and Simcoe in Oshawa) for visitation on Tuesday, July 1, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the church on Wednesday at 11 a.m., with visiting from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment Thornton Cemetery.

WALLBRIDGE, Stephen George – peacefully after a courageous battle at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, on Thursday, June 19, 2008, in his 52nd year. Devoted Dad of Stephanie and Robert. Beloved son of Lawrence and Elinor Wallbridge. Cherished brother of Keith (Theresa) and Susan (Dean) Drimmie. Memorial donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Funeral Details: A private family service was held. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

Stephenson, Kenneth Haig - on Thursday, June 19, 2008, in his 91st year. Husband of the late Kathleen Leslie Blott. Survived by his daughter Leslie Anne and her husband Brian Douglas Wilson; his granddaughter Martha Coralie and her husband Alexander Rados, and many nieces and nephews. At his request, donations in his memory to the Newcastle Village and District Historical Society would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A Celebration of Ken's Life will be held at the Newcastle Funeral Home on Friday, July 4, at 1:00 p.m.

HURST, Garfield W. (Garry) – passed away peacefully with his family at his side at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, on Wednesday, June 18, 2008, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Lorraine for 46 years. Garry will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Father of Pat Cake and Bob, Ken Hurst and Pat, Bill Todd and Margaret. Grandfather to Heather, Steven, Tara and Darryl, Laura and Rob, and great-grandfather to Olivia, Sarah, Jeremy, and Alex. Brother to Muriel and Russ Dawes, Ruth Woodside, and the late Betty Cameron. A special thank-you to the doctors and nurses at Sunnybrook for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice will be appreciated by the family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A private family service will be held at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S., Newcastle (1-877-987-3964).

JACKMAN, Edith “Mae” – peacefully at Extendicare Peterborough on Friday, June 13, 2008, in her 86th year. Loving wife of the late Cecil W. Jackman. Dear mother of Peter Jackman and his wife Maureen. Grandmother to Kevin and Stephanie, Jeff and Janet, Tammy and Alex, and her great-granddaughter Traviss. Survived by brother Jim and Bettey Armstrong of Bowmanville and their family. Fondly remembered by Julie Munro, Brooke and Jordan. She will be sadly missed by the Bate family, as well as extended family and friends. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Sunday, June 15, from 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, June 16, at 1:00 p.m. Interment, Rosemount Cemetery.

WILSON, Harold Alan, peacefully at his residence on Friday June 6, 2008 just 4 days shy of his 93rd birthday. Harold was a retired employee of the former Outboard Marine Corporation and a long time Otonabee township farmer. He was also Head Boy at PCVS in 1931-32. Dear father of James Wilson of Peterborough. Loving grandfather to Kimberley also of Peterborough and Lindsay of Montreal. Loving younger brother of Jean (Tully, Lantz). A cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews on both the Wilson and Wright sides of the family. Harold was predeceased by his wife Margaret Irene (nee Wright), brother David, sister Molly and parents Alan and Lillian. Donations in Harold’s memory to the C.N.I.B. would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road (at River Rd. S.) on Thursday, June 12, from 12:30 until time of service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

TEATRO, Joseph Kenneth – (served in the Air Force in WWII; worked at General Motors, Oshawa Body Shop Car Plant for 40 years; member for 54 years of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43) – at Toronto General Hospital on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, in his 84th year. Born in Lindsay in 1925 to Monica Fountain and Joseph Teatro; stepson of Joseph St. Thomas. Brother of Mildred Growden and Vincent (Duke) Teatro, who has predeceased him. He married Olive Sedore of Keswick in 1943, and is the father of three children, Bonnie Alexander of Collingwood, Joseph and Robert, both of Oshawa. Grandfather of five grandchildren, David Metcalf, Susan Roy, Nicole Teatro, Lindsay Teatro, and Mackenzie Teatro, and one great-granddaughter, Ashley Roy. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by his family and can be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at ST. GREGORY THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 194 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, on Friday, June 6, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at 11:30 a.m. Cremation.

STACEY, William George (Bill) – passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa surrounded by his loved ones on May 27, 2008, in his 75th year, after surrendering to the disease of leukemia. Beloved husband of Marlene. Children Evelyn (Scott), Donald (Linda) and Beverly (Richard); 5 grandchildren: Tabitha, Michael, Brian, Cameron and Karen and 3 step-grandchildren. Survived by sisters Vina (Cliff) Flintoff, Jean (Don) Lepine, Winnie (Mike) Kube, brother Norm (Ruth) and many nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by parents Margaret (Forsythe) and Roy and siblings Wilbur, Dorothy, Verna, Vernon (Bud) and Sid. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s memory to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre, Leukemia Research Foundation, Trillium Gift of Life Network, Newtonville Community Hall or Newtonville United Church would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: In respect of Bill’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. A Celebration of his life will take place at Newtonville Community Hall on Saturday, June 7, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

ELVIDGE, Laura Gertrude (nee Brown) – born March 8, 1920; loving daughter of the late Thersel Fleva Brown (nee Jamieson) and Edward Clarence Brown of Clarenceville, Quebec. Passed away at the Golden Plough Lodge in Cobourg from complications of diabetes on Monday, May 26, 2008, in her 89th year, with her family by her bedside. At peace finally, and gone home to meet her Lord. Remembered lovingly by her children Beverley Elvidge, Betty Seabrooke (Ernie), Phyllis Elvidge-Bell (Andrew), all of Peterborough, Kenneth Elvidge of Port Colborne, Diane Elvidge and Hilda Tzavaras of Toronto, and by their families, including 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Laura leaves behind her sisters Judy Roy of Verdun, Quebec, Irene Peterson, Esther Lucy, and her brother James Brown, all of Peterborough. Predeceased by her ex-husband Russell Elvidge and her companion Ronald Baker, as well as her sister Mabel Nason and brothers Roland, Ross, Arthur, Donald, David and George. The family gives thanks to the staff of the Golden Plough Lodge who cared lovingly for Mom since October 2004. Donations in Laura’s memory to the Golden Plough Lodge would be appreciated by her family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. (Expressions of sympathy may be made on-line through www.newcastlefuneralhome.com.)Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road (at River Rd. S.) on Thursday, May 29, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation for one hour prior to the service. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

JOHNSON, William Gerald “Jerry” (retired salesman in the hardware profession) – peacefully at home in Whitby on Monday, May 19, 2008, in his 71st year. Gerry, loving father of Paul and his wife Shamela of Ajax, and Robert of Nelson, B.C. Grandpa to Austin and Violet. Dear brother of Betty (Tom Kay) of Newtonville and Jean (Kevin Diamond) of Uxbridge. Predeceased by his parents Edith and Forbes Johnson. Missed by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Donations in Jerry’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Monday, May 26, at 2:00 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Interment Lakeview Cemetery, Newtonville.

McDONALD, Dan B. (20+ year employee with Toshiba Canada and former Senior Vice President; member of Club Link) – at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Monday, May 19, 2008, in his 61st year. Husband of Norma (nee Davey) of Bowmanville. Dear father of Samantha and her husband Michael King of Tennessee, Scott, and Joey, both of Bowmanville. Grandpa of Orien. Caring son of Vivian and the late Bruce McDonald. Brother of Ken, Larry, Gail, Wayne, and the late Brian. Best friend of Dave Decker and his wife Arlene and family. Dan will be missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Donations in Dan’s memory to your favourite charity would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) from 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 23. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, May 24 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at Mt. Lawn Cemetery.

COOPER, Stanley Osborne – (Veteran of WWII; avid golfer and artist) - at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday, May 12, 2008, in his 81st year. Stanley, loving husband for 50 years of Berniece Evelyn (nee Calow) of Wilmot Creek. Dear father of Leslie Evelyn Cooper and the late Janet Crisologo. Sadly missed by Tim McDowell and grandchildren Mark and Michael Needham. Brother of Bill, Doug (Doreen), Dave (Rose), and the late Margaret Muir, Mildred Houghton, Dorothy Ranta, Art, Mathew, Cyril, and Clifford. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Donations in Stanley’s memory to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Friday, May 16, from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.. A funeral mass will be held in ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., Newcastle, on Saturday, May 17, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a reception at the Wheelhouse, Wilmot Creek. Cremation.

WHITE, William J. “Bill” – (retired foreman of CN Rail, Oshawa; long-time member of Newcastle Golf Course) – peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville after a brief illness on Monday, May 12, 2008, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Marion for 30 years. Loving father of Michael and his wife Karrine, Marsha and her husband Jim Darrach, Carolynn and her late husband Brock Real, Linda McLeod, Dan Shields and his wife Cathy, Wade Shields, Todd Shields and his wife Darla and Kevin Shields and his wife Donna. Dear Poppa of 20 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Sister of Shirley Brown of Paris, Ontario. Bill will also be remembered by his extended family and many friends at Cedar Valley Resort. Memorial donations to the Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Thursday, May 15, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Friday, May 16, at 11:00 a.m. Cremation.

CAMPBELL, Fred – (lifelong resident of Whitby, Ontario) passed away peacefully to be with his Lord and Saviour on Thursday, May 8, 2008, in his 82nd year. Survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Campbell. Loving father of daughters Carolyn (Jim), Jane (Tony), and sons Robert (Barbara-Jane), Christopher (Laura), and Timothy (Lorna). Missed by nine grandchildren. Brother of Paul, Archie, Phyllis, and the late Ron, Miriam, and Ruth. Donations in Fred’s memory to the Alzheimer Society or Newcastle United Church would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Wednesday, May 14, at 1:00 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Interment Bond Head Cemetery, Newcastle.

McMURRAY, Mary “June” (nee Howlett) – peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, May 4, 2008. Devoted wife of Bill for 55 years. Loving mother of Michael, Nancy and Jamie. Grandmother of David, Michael, Stephanie and the late Christina. Predeceased by her brother Jack. June was a member of St. George’s ACW and the Painting Group. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Wildlife Federation or the Lions Foundation Walk for Dog Guides would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A memorial service will be held at ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Newcastle, on Wednesday, May 7, at 11:00 a.m.

SIBLOCK, Rita “Sharon” (nee Walsh) – (March 9, 1943-May 2, 2008) - peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, on Friday, May 2, 2008, in her 65th year, with her loving family by her side. Dear mother of daughter Shirley Leahy (Grant), son Walter Wawryk, daughter Kathy Kirkland, son Johnny Wawryk (Terry), and daughter Barb Nicolaou (George). Grandmother of Natasha, Taylor, Dakota, Billy, Brooklyn, Jessica, Olivia, Skylar, and Joshie. She will be sadly missed by her brothers and sisters, Carl Walsh, Anne Clarke, Mary Emmell, Joe Walsh, Eileen Parnell, Francis Brown, Pat Walsh, and Merle Bencze. A big thank you to Dr. Beamish and Evelyn Whiteside for all your support over the last months. Donations in Rita’s memory to the Peterborough Hospice Society would be appreciated by her family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends will be received at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Monday, May 5, from 1-3 p.m., followed by a prayer service in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

EWINGTON, Gordon – after a brief illness, at his home in Port Granby surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, May 1, 2008, in his 71st year. Gord, much loved partner and husband for over 50 years of Penny. Devoted Dad of his son and best friend, Gord Jr., and his darling daughter, Lesley (Looie) Menary. Proud Papa of his wonderful grandchildren Max and Lexy Menary. Special brother-in-law to Ron (Rhoda), Marty (Janice), Paul (Lynda), and uncle to their children Marshall (Lina and daughter Katrina), Rachel, and Chris. Donations to the Hospital for Sick Children in his memory would be appreciated by the family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, May 10, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., followed by a celebration of his amazing life at 2:00 p.m. A reception and time of fellowship will follow. Respecting Gord’s wishes, everyone is asked to come in casual attire.

PARKES, Leslie Alexander – a gentle, creative spirit was suddenly quelled when our dear father was taken from us on Monday, April 28, 2008. Predeceased by his life sweetheart, Zona, his passing leaves a great void in the lives of those he loved; his children and their spouses, Val (Steve) Bakunowicz, Clive (Jun) Parkes, and Jill (Tom) Bickle; his grandchildren Erin, Sara, Erica, Kyle, Lily, and Fei; his sister Dorothy (Don) Blair, his brother Don (Migz) Parkes, and his favourite aunt, Grace Thomas. He will be fondly missed by his dear relatives and treasured friends, with special mention of his new-found family at Kingsway Arms Retirement Residence. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to the Visual Arts Centre, Bowmanville, the Kiwanis Westmount Club, Oshawa, or Big Brothers and Sisters would be appreciated and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A celebration of Les’ life will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2008, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., with spoken remembrances at 2:00 p.m., in the Liberty Room, Kingsway Arms Residence 65 Clarington Blvd., Bowmanville (behind the Canadian Tire).

McLEAN, Doreen “Dolly” (long-time resident of Newcastle) – at Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility with her family at her side, on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, in her 82nd year. Dolly, loving wife of the late John McLean. Dear mother of Judy (Wayne VanAlstyne), Daniel (Carol Munro), Shirley (Kim Rogers), Tracy (Robin Duetta), Todd, and the late Charles “Kim” (Marie). Sadly missed by 13 grandchildren and “Baba” to 9 great-grandchildren. Sister of Elaine Dost of Newcastle, Amelia Wilson of B.C., and the late Ted Gelech. Special friend of Vicki and Lyle Blight. Donations in Dolly’s memory to the Alzheimer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by her family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Friday, April 25, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, April 26, at 11:00 a.m. Cremation.

ADAMS, Jack (John Arthur) – (Veteran of WWII with the Queens Own Rifles; Plant Manager of the former J. Anderson Smith & Co.) – peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 85 years. Dear husband of Janet for 50 years. Loving dad of Jacquie (Jim), Jill, Jenny (Peter). Poppa to Amanda, Justine, Shaunna, Damon and Zoe. Survived by his brother Eric and sisters Pat and Barb. Jack will be missed by his extended family and friends. Donations made in Jack’s memory to The Memorial Hospital Foundation Bowmanville or Toronto Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Following Jack’s wishes there is to be no funeral service.

MUNDELL, Alexa “Lexa” – peacefully at Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility, Newcastle, on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, in her 83rd year. Loving wife and best friend for 56 years of John F. Mundell of Wilmot Creek. Dear mother of Donald and his wife Karen of Hamilton, and the late Alistair Mundell. Gran to Kyle and Jamie Mundell. Sister of Jean, Alastair, Ian, and the late George and Margaret. Donations in Lexa’s memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated by her family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: A memorial service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S., Newcastle (exit 440, just north of 401 at the lights,1-877-987-3964) on Friday, April 18, at 12:00 noon, with visiting for one hour prior to the service.

EIBLER, Gertrude Veronica - (former long-time resident of Newcastle) – at Hillsdale Estates, Oshawa, on Thursday, April 3, 2008, in her 83rd year. Loving and devoted wife of the late Walter Eibler. Dear aunt of Rocky Mikolic of Oshawa and Dana Mitrou of Caledon. Missed by many neighbours and friends.

Funeral Details: A funeral services will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Sunday, April 13, at 2:00 p.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Cremation, with burial of her cremated remains at St. George’s Cemetery, Newcastle.

JONES, Demetrius Alexander, BSc., MSc., H.K. P.T. – suddenly while working as a teacher in Budapest, Hungary, on Thursday, March 27, 2008, in his 47th year. Demetrius, loving fiancé of Anita Ladi of Budapest. Much loved son of Samuel J. and Victoria (Vicki) Jones of Newcastle. Dear brother of Granville of Courtice and the late Paul. Uncle of Samantha and Earl; nephew of Leslie Dunkley of Mississauga and Hensley Dunkley of England. Missed by many cousins and friends in Canada and Europe. Donations in memory of Demetrius to the St. Francis of Assisi Mortgage Reduction Fund would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Monday, April 7, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with prayers at 8:45 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., Newcastle, on Tuesday, April 8, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby.

SWISTUN, Dorothy – peacefully at Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility on Wednesday, March 26, 2008, in her 87th year. Survived by her sisters Lillian Swistun and Victoria Swistun and by several cousins. Dorothy will be missed by her fellow residents and the staff of Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility, where she was a long-time resident.

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Saturday, March 29, at 11:00 a.m., with visiting for one hour prior to the service. Interment Pine Hills Cemetery, Toronto.

BALSDON, Floyd James “Jim, Poppy” – (Life long trucker based in the GTA; 10 year plus member/volunteer of the Oshawa Lions Club). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jim Balsdon on Tuesday March 25, 2008, suddenly while doing what he loved, trucking. He was a devoted father to Rick and Ted (Helena); Poppy to Jasmin, Chloe and Anna. He will be sadly missed by his best friend Cathy Abernethy and her children, Patrick (Lori), Trevor, Tanya and Garry, and her grandchildren, Michael, Dakota, Leekayla and Chase. Dear brother to Bob, Pat, Ed, Fred, Cathy, Ron, Bea, Mike and Billy. Pre-deceased by his parents, Floyd and Lorna. Jim was a great friend to his many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins, and all that were privileged to meet him. Donations can be made to the family to offset the funeral costs or to The Children’s Wish Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends will be received at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Friday, March 28, from 10 a.m. until 12:00 noon, with a funeral service to follow at noon in the chapel. Interment at Mount Lawn Cemetery in Whitby.

MEESTER, Henry “Henk” – peacefully at home in Wilmot Creek surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, March 20, 2008, in his 81st year. Henk, devoted husband for 56 years of Anna. Loving Dad to John and his wife Crystal of Oshawa, Eric and his wife Carla of Orono, Miriam Rutherford and her husband Brent of Courtice, Anne-Marie and her friend John Drew of Courtice, Nelly Keuning and her friend Pete Wopereis of Enfield, and Henry Jr. of Oshawa. Opa to Cassandra, Christopher; Tom, Eddy, Penny; Theresa, Amanda; Jennifer, Lisa, Melissa; Peter, Eric, Kurtis; Nicole, Laura, and great-granddaughter Lucy. Missed by family in Holland and many friends. Henk was always proud to be Canadian. Donations in Henk’s memory to the Children’s Wish Foundation or St. Francis of Assisi Mortgage Reduction Fund would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Monday, March 24, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with prayers at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., on Tuesday, March 25, at 11:00 a.m. Interment Bowmanville Cemetery.

CARUANA, Carole (former 22-year employee of Chrysler Ajax) – peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday, March 17, 2008. Carole, beloved wife of the late Larry Caruana. Loving mother and best friend of Debbie Kay and her husband John Hinton of Newcastle, Larrie Minaker and his wife Kari, Daniel Lloyd Minaker and his wife Josette, and Heather-Lee and her husband Garnet Gaudette, all of Oshawa. Grandmother of Christine and Steve, Shawn, Larrie Jr., Sheri-Lyn and Mackenzie, Crystal-Lee and Matt, Ashley-Marie and Jamie, and Tyler. Great-grandmother of Ty, Jason, and Payton-Anne. Missed by four-legged companion Joey. A special thank-you to the staff of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, 2nd Floor Medical, and to Dr. Aubrey Kassirer. In lieu of flowers,donations to Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care, would be appreciated by her family and made by made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 905-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Respecting Carole’s wishes, cremation will be followed by a private family service at home.

BROWN, Timothy – at Surrey, B.C., on Monday, March 17, 2008, in his 51st year. Son of Ruth and Edward Brown. Brother of Susan Templeman of Peterborough. Dear nephew of Ronald Brown. Uncle to Corina, Jamie, Kara, and Justin. Donations to the Kidney Foundation in Timothy’s memory would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964 with whom arrangements have been entrusted.

Funeral Details: A funeral service will be held on the chapel of the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Saturday, April 12, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation for one hour prior to the service. Interment Highland Park Cemetery.

BELL, Zaida Kathleen (nee Harvie) – peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Monday, March 17, 2008. Dearly loved wife of Cliff Bell for 65 years. Dear mother of Harvie (Julie), Bob (Anne), and Tom (Debbie). Much loved grandmother of Janelle Mason (Lyle), Kathryn Young (Carl), Blane Bell (Jenn), Clayte Bell (Stacey) and Gregory Bell. Great-grandma of Lauren and Morgan Bell, Ethan and Cohen Bell, Olivia, Claudia and Ava Young, and also Braeden and Jorja Jolicoeur. Dear sister of Jane Porter (Clarence) and sister-in-law of Fran Bell. Zaida was the daughter of the late William Harvie and Mayme Caswell of Coldwater, Ontario. She is predeceased by her sister Greta Kitchen and daughter-in-law Linda Bell. She will be remembered by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and her extended family and friends. Memorial donations to the Five Counties Children’s Centre or the Peterborough Humane Society would be appreciated by the family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877-987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the HIGHLAND PARK VISITATION/RECEPTION CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Rd. (at River Rd. S.) on Wednesday, March 19, from 1-3 p.m., followed by an interment service at Highland Park Cemetery.

SANDFORD, George Allen – at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, in his 63rd year. Survived by his children Pamala Martel and Jason Sandford, both of Newcastle, and his grandchildren Joshua, Christina, Jimmy, Joey, Jake and Georgina. At peace with his late parents George and Ledith Taylor.

Funeral Details: Arrangements for cremation with no funeral service have been entrusted to NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME.

VIERHOUT, Evert – (general contractor/owner with E. Vierhout Construction Ltd., built many homes in the Newcastle and surrounding areas; long-time member of The Oshawa Racing Pigeon Club; long standing member at Emmanuel Reformed Church, Whitby) - peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, on Sunday, March 2, 2008, in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Edith for 48 years. Loving father of Wayne and his wife Louise of Mississauga, Cathy and her husband David Sohier of North Carolina, Fred and his wife Trish of Oshawa. Dear Grandpa of Megan and Jeremy, Garrett and Mackenzie. Ev will be sadly missed by his many brothers and sisters in Holland and all his extended family and friends.

Funeral Details: Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Wednesday, March 5, from 12:30 p.m. until time of service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Burial at Bond Head Cemetery. Donations in Ev’s memory to The Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by his family. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com

GILMOUR, Anthony Roger “Tony” – (Tony coached the Harmony Pee Wee Hockey Team in the early 70’s and was very involved with Connaught Park Sports Programs, Oshawa as Coach and Sports Chairman in the 70’s and 80’s) – at home peacefully on Monday, February 25, 2008 in his 62nd year, with loving wife, Gail, devoted daughter Lisa and dear friend Colin by his side. Loving father of daughter, Diane (Ken), sons, Stephen (Lisa) and Brett (Angela). Proud granddad of Alyssa, Bianca, Christina, Justin, Logan, Nathaniel, Carter, Jordan and Breana. Tony is survived by brothers, Steve (Pat) and Alan. Predeceased by parents William and Mary, brother Billy, mother-in-law Dorothy Jardine, and brother-in-law Dan Jardine. Tony had a special place in the hearts of his cousins, Nancy (Ken), Gary (Deb), Shelley (Dave), Colin and their families. He will be sadly missed by many friends and relatives in Canada and overseas. Many thanks to Dr. Kevin Luces and his staff, Dr. A. Kassirer, Sylvia James, Pat Gray, Delize Roberts and Natalie Carter who took such good care of Tony as well as the Doctors and staff at the Cancer Centre. Cremation has taken place.

Funeral Details: A memorial service will be held at CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1825 Manning Rd., Whitby (corner of Manning and Scott) to celebrate Tony’s life on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony’s memory to The R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, The Heart & Stroke Foundation or Toronto Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME at 905-987-3964 with whom arrangements have been entrusted. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to condolences@newcastlefuneralhome.com