Commemorating loved ones in our care

Ronald David Birdsall (Birdy)Surrounded by the love of his family and friends, Ronald David Birdsall (Birdy), 55, of Toronto passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 4, 2017, at Bridgepoint Health. Loving and much loved partner of Jeff Otto, Ron will be missed by his mother Margaret, and his many friends whom he cherished.Ron was born February 23, 1961 in Vancouver,...

ELIZABETH MAE SKERRETTOn January 31, 2017 Elizabeth passed away peacefully at Bridgepoint Hospital, Toronto, in her 68th year following a brief illness with cancer. Born in St. Catharines, Ontario, on September 14, 1949 to Cecil and Anita Skerrett. Elizabeth was warm, compassionate, generous and a valued member of the Cabbagetown Community, most notably through her thousands of hours of charity...

ROMAN (ROY) MULARROMAN (ROY) MULARSeptember. 13, 1954 – December 29, 2016.It is with deep sadness to announce the untimely death of Roman (Roy) Mular, longtime resident of Toronto and member of Toronto telecom/ information technology industry.. He died peacefully at Mount Sinai Hospital due to complications of diabetes.Roy had worked as a Sales Executive for various well known companies such...

DOBBS, LAWRENCELAWRENCE DOBBS, Passed on January 20, 2017.He was the well loved brother of Christopher Dobbs, Uncle of Graham Dobbs , and Joffrey King. Cousin of Shaun, Michal and Erin McLaughlin.His constant Spiritual Devotion and Pursuit as a Tibetan Buddhist Monk was an inspiration to many, and reflected in his compassionate deeds for all who knew him.He will live on...

BATSON,Peter AlbertBATSON, Peter AlbertPassed away peacefully at Michael Garron Hospital (Toronto East General) in Toronto on Thursday January 12th 2017 in his 74th year.Beloved father of Christopher and Jennifer (Dave McCoy) and proud Papa of Daphne Joan.Survived by his brother John (Paula) and sisters Carolyn (Tod) and Diana (Tomo) and forever friend, LizWill be missed by his many nieces and...

MALCOLM, RobertMALCOLM, Robert – With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce that our dear, sweet, irreverent Robbie passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at the age of 55. Rob died peacefully in the most enchanted place in the world to him, his home. Preceded by his father, James Malcolm, Rob will be deeply missed by his mother,...

Pires, Luis de AguiarIt is with a heavy heart that the family communicates the passing of Luis de Aguiar Pires. After a prolonged illness, Luis passed away peacefully on January 2, 2017 at Humber River Hospital, Wilson site, in Toronto, Canada.Luis was born June 19 1939 in Porto Judeu, Terceira, Portugal to the late Joao Borges Pires and Amelia Vieira...

O’Hara, Peter JosephO’Hara, Peter JosephOn December 15th 2016, Peter Joseph O’Hara passed away peacefully at Bridgepoint Health Centre at the age of 64. Beloved father to Christopher O’Hara and much loved brother of Dr. Bill (Isobel), Joanne, the late Dee, Tim (Miranda), Steve (Dorothy), Michelle and Eilly (Robin). Son of the late Dr. Peter O’Hara and Stephanie Serkies. He also...

Mackenzie, David A.After a long illness, David passed away in his home on December 15, 2016.David was born May 13 1939 in Ottawa to the late Elsie and David Mackenzie.He is survived by brother Ian (Anita), sister Nancy Bertrand (Ray), nephew David Mackenzie, niece Kathryn Leigh Mackenzie and grand nephew Kyle Mackenzie.David graduated from Rothsay Collegiate, the University of New...

QUANCE, George Richard.The morning of Nov. 26, 2016, at Mackenzie Health Richmond Hill, at the age of 81 years. Son of George Douglas and Elizabeth Winifred Quance. Cherished husband of Wendy Ann Quance (nee Jordan). Beloved father of David Richard and Brian Douglas Quance, both of Richmond Hill, and Lori Ann Aston, of Monroe, N.C.. Dear brother of Nancy Boden...

MILLS, Mary Adele (nee Bowra)Born September 5, 1934 – Died October 22, 2016Mary-Adele Mills passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Bridgepoint Hospital after a long battle with lung cancer. She was 82.Adele (her preferred name) was born in Big Valley, Alberta. Her parents were Michael Bowra and Joanna Martha Bowra (nee Westphal).Adele was one of four siblings: Walter,...

SHEILA THERESA HARRISSHEILA THERESA HARRIS November 18, 1936 – November 26, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sheila Harris, peacefully at the age of 80; with her family by her side on Saturday, November 26, 2016 after a long and courageous 5-year battle with cancer. Sheila is survived by her husband of 45 years,...

Murray Douglas DavisMurray Douglas Davis passed away, surrounded by loved ones at home on Tuesday, November 8th after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 66.Murray will be remembered as a gentle, quiet soul who touched the lives of so many. He loved to entertain, and his fabulous dinners were enjoyed by many family and friends. His children’s...

THOMAS, Vivian Martha (nee McGuire, Daly)THOMAS, Vivian Martha(nee McGuire, Daly)Born October 23, 1931 – Died October 10, 2016Vivian Thomas passed away on Monday, October 10, 2016 at Michael Garron Hospital, from the effects of a debilitating stroke.  She was 84.Vivian McGuire was the fifth child in a family of ten children (William, Helen, Doris, Hazel, Vivian, George, Donald, Bruce, Larry...

RICHARD (FRANK) KELLEHERRICHARD (FRANK) KELLEHER February19, 1933 – October 14, 2016 Peacefully passed away at the age of 83 years, in Toronto on Friday, October 14, 2016, after a battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends.Frank is survived by his wife Katherine for 38 years. Caring father to 11 children: Michael, Michelle, Maureen (Neil), Marcia...

Jose Vicente RodriguesJose Vicente Rodrigues, 73, passed away September 22, at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He is survived by his wife Danielle, brother Carlos and sisters Filomena Rodrigues, Lourdes Dias and Dores Branco and their families.Service:Funeral reception will be held on Monday September 26 at – Forest Lawn Crematorium – located at 17 Linelle St. between 1:30 and...

David Alfred RinesDavid Alfred Rines passed away suddenly on September 2, 2016 in Toronto. Born February 15, 1962 in East York, he is survived by his daughter Tara, his brothers Doug, Mark and Wayne and his sister Gail. Predeceased by his parents David Edward Rines and Helena Ann Rines.ServiceA memorial gathering to celebrate his life will be held on Sunday,...

DONALD ROBERTSON SMITHDONALD ROBERTSON SMITH On Friday, September 16, 2016, Mr. Donald Robertson Smith passed away peacefully in Toronto, in the presence of family after a two-year spirited battle with cancer. Don, the son of the late John Smith and Lilian Smith (McEwan) was born June 19, 1934 in Toronto, Ontario. Don proudly served the Scarborough Board of Education and...

MICHIKO TAKEHISAMICHIKO TAKEHISA On August 23, 2016, five days after suffering a massive stroke, our beloved Michiko slipped quietly from our arms. Her parents, Minoru and Yoshiko and brother, Koji, were at her bedside along with her husband, Bob Ward and many members of the Ward and Mitsusada-Boylan families. In the days before her death, Michiko’s hospital room saw a...

RUSKIN, CAMILLA (nee Wallingford)Suddenly, on August 23, 2016. Beloved mother of Andrea Ruskin (Tyler Sponholz), devoted grandmother of Sophie and Jonathan Sponholz-Ruskin. Predeceased by her adored husband, and soulmate, Jeremy, with whom she shared all interests, passions, love of animals, literature and music. Survived by loving sister Dorothy Sinclair. A much loved aunt to Michael Sinclair, David Sinclair, Vicki Demorest...