GREATER TORONTO AREA OBITUARIES

Ruth Gladys Clarke (née Hunt)September 27, 1926, to August 15, 2022Ruth died peacefully in her 96th year at Toronto’s St. Michael’s Hospital after a full and rich life. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest George Clarke, and is survived by her four children: Paul Clarke (Denise), Peggy McKee (Ramsay), Patsy Duffy (Paul) and David Clarke (Sharon). Ruth was the...

Panagiota (Pam) GliatisPanagiota (Pam) Gliatis passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 11, 2022 after a two year battle with cancer. She was 63 years old. She leaves behind her husband Doug, her children Samantha and Theo, her daughter-in-law Sabrina and twin grandsons Maximus and Arthur, as well as her sister Georgia and brother Taso.Pam was a kind, compassionate...

Ken RocksonBorn September 10, 1963Died July 15, 2022Age 58Ken was born in Toronto Ontario to David and Lois Rockson (Lois nee Martin)Ken was resident at Chartwell Long Term Care in Scarborough at the time of his passing.Ken’s preferred residence was in Rockwood, OntarioKen had no ties to organized religionKen is loving and fondly remembered by his Brother Chris, his Niece...

Daniel BoneDaniel Quintin BoneOn August 2, 2022, Daniel Quintin Bone, aged 79, passed away peacefully in Toronto surrounded by his wife and children, having gratefully availed himself of MAiD after enduring many years of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. He is survived by his wife Susan Blayney, children Natasha Oniszczak (Aleks), David Bone (Jaya Karsemeyer Bone), their mother Olivera Bone and step-daughter...

David “Dave” CameronSeptember 23, 1956- July 23, 2022A friendly, kind, generous and good-humoured person, Dave, peaceful passed away July 23 at North York General Hospital with his sister by his side. Dave was born in St. Catharines, to Ralph (predeceased) and Ann, currently living in Toronto. He was survived by his only sister, Debbie, of Toronto. Broken hearted are Diane...

Joan ChallisIn Loving Memory of Joan ChallisJoan Challis, born Joan Molyneux in Liverpool, England in 1945, passed away on July 24, 2022, just a month shy of her 77th birthday.Joan, or our Nana, will be remembered and missed by her husband (Ian), her son (Stephen), her sister (Kay), her granddaughters (Samantha, Shelby) and her nieces and nephews (Debbie, Chris, Michelle,...

Chula Kay Jessup Al-DiastyChula Jessup Al Diasty, born Chula Graves on June 13th, 1946 in Jacksonville Texas, died on Friday, June 24th in Centenary Hospital. She is survived by her two daughters, Kathryn and Anna Jessup, her brother, Fred Graves, her nieces, Claire and Kathryn, her granddaughter, Maxine Smith, as well as many friends and adoring students.Chula was well travelled,...

Thomas Steven EricksonThomas Steven Erickson passed away on June 26 to be with his Lord. He was 65 years old and was a faithful follower of Jesus since he was 19 years old. Steve was a wonderful, kind and thoughtful person who was loved by so many people . He would talk to anyone. I use to say that he...

Miriam “Mim” Wentworth Sanderson (née House)Miriam “Mim” Wentworth Sanderson (née House) passed away on June 29, 2022 just a few months shy of her 98th birthday.Mim had a passion for all sports, especially playing tennis and curling. As a fan, the Blue Jays and Raptors ruled (after she passed we found a Raptors schedule in her purse).Mim also enjoyed doing...

Rita Bernadette MacAulay (née McGuinness)Rita Bernadette MacAulay (née McGuinness) passed away early in the morning on June 22, 2022 at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto surrounded by her family. She will be lovingly remembered by her large family including her sisters Joan Grace, Dorothy Darker, and Vera Hutchinson; her children Barbara Rodriguez (Javier), Anne Powell (David), Robert MacAulay (Linda), and...

Joseph (Gerry) MassicotteWith sadness we announce Gerry’s passing, at 99, on June 1, 2022. Beloved husband of the late wife, Dorothy (nee Roberts). Leading up to his passing, he was surrounded by family and caregivers. Cherished father of 2 children, 5 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Will be equally missed by extended family, neighbours, and friends.Remembered for his dedication to family,...

Barrie StanfieldBarrie Stanfield, 82, passed away May 17, 2022 at the Toronto Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, in the company of his loving family.A celebration of life gathering will be held from 12:30 to 3:00 PM, Sunday, July 3rd at the Charlottetown Hotel (Provinces Room), 75 Kent St., in Charlottetown, P.E.I. All friends and acquaintances are invited to drop in to remember...

John “Jack” Desmond DurandJohn “Jack” Desmond DurandDecember 14, 1933 – May 28, 2022Our “Dear ‘Ole One in a Million” will be remembered for his music, his quick smile, and his great sense of humour. He had a taste for brandy and IPA and a passion for bluegrass. A fixture at many Ontario festivals, including Tottenham and River Valley, his participation...

Cathrine (Cathy) Anne LinsteadMarch 25th 1953 – May 19th 2022Cathrine Ann Linstead passed away peacefully in her home on may 19th 2022.Cathy was born on March 25th to James M Linstead and Flora P (Pat) Linstead on March 25th 1953.growing up an army brat Cathy and her older siblings moved around a little bit when they were young. Living briefly...

Madsen, Raymond (Ray) LloydIn Loving Memory of:Madsen, Raymond (Ray) LloydJuly 18-1979 ~ May 17, 2022It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Raymond (Ray) Lloyd Madsen, 42, of Oshawa, Ontario on May 17, 2022, in Brampton, Ontario. Raymond was cremated in Toronto, Ontario and his remains were sent home to his “Ma’s” care in Quispamsis, NB...

Debbie Munroe(March 31, 1955 – May 21, 2022)On a beautiful Spring morning, Debbie Munroe (née Lawrence) passed away after a courageous battle, at the Dorothy Ley Hospice, Etobicoke, in the loving care of her beloved husband Sonny and devoted sister Barbara.Predeceased by her Father, Ronald Lawrence and her beloved son, Michael Niezen.Beloved and devoted wife of Arthur “Sonny” Munroe for...

Linda TowsleyPassed away peacefully at the age of 74 in Hamilton. Predeceased by her husband Donald and her sons Steven and Scott. Survived by her children Richard and Lori, as well as her sister Gail. Loving grandmother to Brent, Nikolas, Michael, Mark and Jack.Linda had a generous spirit, a kind heart, and a profound ability to bring joy to the...

Sharon Evelyn EisnorSharon Evelyn EisnorSept 6, 1962 – May 12, 2022We are broken hearted to announce the passing of our darling Sharon who left us suddenly on May 12, 2022She will be deeply missed by her husband James (Patrick) Brown, sister Dawn (Charlene) Eisnor, sister-in-law Heather Eisnor, nephew Darren Eisnor (Katelyn) and niece Hayley EisnorShe was predeceased by her parents...

Justin Paul WilsonMarch 27 1980 – May 1 2022Justin Paul Wilson, born in Vancouver, British Columbia on March 27, 1980. He is survived by his grandmother, Moira Moffat, his mother, Michele Wilson, stepfather, Peter Jameson, “sister” Daisy Fay and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. And, his very dear “brothers” Ciaran and Niall McEvoy, and his “nephew” Nolan McEvoy.Youthful and resilient,...

Sheila Marie McIntoshWith great sadness and a broken heart, I wish to announce that my daughter, Sheila Marie McIntosh, born November 29th 1959, passed away March 14th, 2022.Sheila was a sweet girl, who in her younger days paddled at the Balmy Beach Club, skated at Ted Reeve and played Lacrosse.She loved her grandchild Mary, her two boys, Julian & Brandon,...