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FARELLA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-09 published
STEA, Frank
After a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, August 8, 2005, at the Humber River Regional Hospital Finch Site, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Rosa. Loving father of Lou (Dina), Grace, Vito and Angela (Fadi DAGHER,) dear nonno to Christopher, Paul, Rosemarie, Matthew, Frankie, Michael and Danielle. Frank will be deeply missed by his sisters-in-law Stella FARELLA, Carmela STEA, Elsie STEA, Concetta CARBONELLI, their families and his countless Friends. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home, 4671 Highway 7, Woodbridge (just west of Pine Valley Drive), 905-851-9100, from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 a.m. from St. Jude's Church, 3265 Weston Rd. Entombment Westminster Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Humber River Regional Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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FARELLA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-28 published
STUPICA, Terezija
Peacefully at St. Joseph's Health Centre on Sunday, December 25th, 2005. Terezija, beloved wife of the late Anton STUPICA. Loving mother of Magdalen ZECEVIC and Vida FARELLA. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Peter MAJCEN, Lenka MAJCEN, Monica Prijatelj Vivi FARELLA and all her family in Slovenija. Friends will be received at the Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves., at 14th Street, 416-259-3705) on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. on Friday at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church (Brown's Line). Reception to follow. Interment in Slovenija. Donations to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or trees planted in memory of Terezija. Tree planting or condolences may be arranged at Ridley Funeral Home.

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FARES o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-11 published
RICHARDSON, Joseph Irvin (May 12, 1917-November 10, 2005)
Passed away in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, on Thursday November 10th, in his 88th year. Devoted husband of the late Betty (BURNETT) RICHARDSON. He is survived by his loving children, Elizabeth (Jean) FARES of Coquitlam, British Columbia, and David RICHARDSON (Jane SIEVENPIPER) of North Sydney, Nova Scotia, and his brother, Tom (Lila) RICHARDSON of Woodstock, Ontario. Joseph's rich and extraordinary life's accomplishments included 14 years in India as a Missionary where he revolutionized education in South-East India. This experience developed Joseph's deep love and interest in the people of India that led him to international recognition as a distinguished scholar and teacher at the University of British Columbia in the Department of Religious Studies. He will be remembered by his many acquaintances, family, students, and colleagues as a historian, a mentor, and a friend. A memorial reception will be held at a later date.

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FAREWELL o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-05 published
JENKINS, Marjorie E.
Passed away peacefully, Monday, February 28, 2005, in her 93rd year, at Grove Park Home, Barrie. Predeceased by her sisters Ruth PRITCHARD, Dough HALL, and Kay FAREWELL. Cremation, followed by interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery at a later date.

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FARGEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-02 published
BLACHE, Mary Irene (née FARGEY) R.N.
Passed away following a brief illness on Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of Bruno. Sadly missed by her family and Friends. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke (between Islington and Kipling Aves.) from 10: 30 a.m. on Friday, March 4, 2005 until the time of the Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Cremation. If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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FARGEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-05-31 published
McCORMICK, Wm. Norman " Bill"
Passed away suddenly at his home in Mississauga on Friday, May 27, 2005. Fondly remembered by mother Norma FARGEY, sisters Claudia LISTER and Colleen SWIFT, brothers John and Robert McCORMICK. A private memorial service will be held at a future date.

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FARGNOLI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-16 published
FARGNOLI, Tony
In loving memory of Tony FARGNOLI who passed away October 16th, 1999. Just as you were, you will always stay, Loved and remembered everyday.
Love your wife Renie.

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FARGO o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-24 published
JOHNSON, G. Kenneth
Entered into rest at his home in Lindsay on Friday, April 22, 2005, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Marguerite for 63 years. Loving father of Leslie (Gilbert FARGO,) Ken (Ruth,) Ron (Denyse,) David (predeceased,) and Kathy (John KANIS.) Cherished grandfather of Jeffrey (Anita,) Scott, Brenda (Bob CRUMB,) Sarah (Bruce GILLIES,) and Christopher. Treasured great-grandfather of Marlo, Adam, Kara, Taylor, and Michael. Fondly remembered by Paul and Cathy FARGO, and Kathy and Jody WRIGHT and their families. Dear brother of Donald, and predeceased by Kirk, Eleanor, and Douglas. Visitation at the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay K9V 3L9 (705-328-2721) on Saturday from 7: 00-9:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 45 Russell Street West, Lindsay on Monday, April 25th at 2: 00 p.m. Interment Riverside Cemetery, Lindsay. Memorial donations to St. Paul's Anglican Church or to the RossMemorial Hospital, would be appreciated by the family.

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FARGUHAR o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-30 published
SNELL, Jean B. (née McQUEEN)
Peacefully, at Exeter Villa, Exeter, Ontario on Tuesday June 28, 2005. Jean B. SNELL (née McQUEEN) of Exeter in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Harry SNELL (1976.) Loving aunt of Donna KNIGHTS and her husband Bill of Blenheim and Ruth Anne NORTH and her husband Terry of Port Stanley. Dear sister-in-law of Dean MATHER (Guy) of London, Hazel BEAVER (Eugene) of Exeter, Charles SNELL (Lois) of Exeter. Predeceased by two sisters Helen TRAQUAIR (1959) and Margaret RIGBY (1992) and sisters and brothers-in-law Dorothy PATRICK (Bill), Mabel SKINNER (Mike), Grace FARGUHAR (Audrey,) Russell SNELL (Ila.) A Funeral Service will be held at Dinney Funeral Home, 471 Main Street, Exeter (519-235-3500) on Friday July 1, 2005 at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to service. Interment at McTaggart Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of ones choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences accepted at www.dinneyfuneralhome.on.ca

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FARHOOD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-08 published
GRAHAM, Donald Nixon "D.N."
It is with great sadness that his family announces Don GRAHAM, in his 87th year, peacefully entered into his eternal rest on Thursday January 6th, 2005 at the Brantford General Hospital. Don was the beloved husband of Ruth (née FACEY) for 57 years and loving father of Linda McGUFFIN (David,) Windsor, Barbara WOOD (Philip), Dundas, Jean FARHOOD (Wayne), Waterloo, Eleanor GRAHAM (Henry VOGELSANG), London, Peter (Veryan), England, Stanley (Tracy), Delhi, and John (Luraine), Ottawa. He was always interested in the lives of his 16 grandchildren, Scott (Tracy), Aimee and Sarah McGUFFIN, Eric (Melissa) and Andrew WOOD, David (Cheryl) and Stephen FARHOOD, Jonathan, Tatiana, David and Imogen GRAHAM, Nicole, Lesley and Duncan GRAHAM, Ian and Katherine GRAHAM. He had one great-grandchild Ethan FARHOOD. Don has two surviving sisters, Dorothy ABRAHAM (Bill) of Petrolia and Isobel HUGHES of Ilderton. He was predeceased by his parents Peter L. and Grace, his brothers George and Stanley and sisters Gladys WELCH and Marjorie PETRIE. He will also be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and Friends.
Don was the Agricultural Representative in Brant County from 1950 - 1983 and since retirement remained very active in the community, in the Rotary Club, the Probus Club and as a faithful member of Heritage United Church (formerly Colborne Street, Brantford United Church). Friends will be received at the Beckett-Glaves Family Funeral Centre, 88 Brant Ave., Brantford on Saturday January 8th, and Sunday January 9th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at Beckett-Glaves on Monday January 10th at 1: 00 p.m. Reverend Randall MacKENZIE Officiating. Cremation. If wished, donations to the Heritage United Church, 360 Colborne St. or Canadian Foodgrains Bank, P.O. Box 767, 400-280 Smith Street, Winnipeg Manitoba, R3C 2L4 would be appreciated. A tree will be planted for Don in the Beckett-Glaves Memorial Forest.

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FARIA o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-11-12 published
KNISLEY, George Alexander
Passed away in Clearwater, Florida on Thursday, November 10th, 2005 at the age of 64. Cherished husband of Dori. Beloved step-father of Robert and Michael LUCANO, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Tammy HENDERSON, of El Paso, Texas. He is lovingly remembered by his former wife, Bonnie CHOW and her husband Michael, of Kitchener his children, Roberta FARIA and her husband Bruce, of Kitchener, Rebecca KNISLEY, of Owen Sound, Jeffrey KNISLEY and his wife Julie, of Cambridge and Steven KNISLEY, of Waterloo; his grandchildren, Mary Catherine, Tristan, Christopher, Benjamin, Molly, Grace, Daniel, and Paige and his sister, Agnes WALLACE, of Owen Sound. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Ida and Alex KNISLEY; his brother, Robert and his daughter Angela, in infancy. Also by his brother-in-law, Gordon WALACE and his former wife Theresa HOLLAND. George was an avid volunteer with Kitchener Minor Sports, representing the Kitchener Green Shirts as coach for many years, with many championship teams. He was also involved in coaching the Waterloo Siskins Hockey Club and the Kitchener Braves Lacrosse Club. George was a mentor to many fine, young men. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in the chapel at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 621 King St. W., Kitchener on Monday, Novemeber 14th, 2005 at 1: 00 p.m. with Reverand Jim LINK, C.R. officiating. A reception will follow in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. Memorial donations to C.N.I.B. or Saint Mary's General Hospital Foundation (Cardiac Program) would be appreciated and may be placed by contacting the funeral home at 745-9495 or online at www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com

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FARIC o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-24 published
RODGER, Donald
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2005 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of the late Rheta May (HAIGHT) RODGER. Loving father of Joan BELFRY and her husband Don, Lynda EVANS and her husband Richard, Donna BURRIDGE and her husband Dan and Kathy BRAY and her husband Rick. Predeceased by his brother John RODGER. Cherished Papa to Megan LEPAGE and Jennifer FARIC, and great-grandfather to Annika FARIC. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the Jerrett Funeral Home, 660 Kennedy Road, Scarborough (between Eglinton and St. Clair Aves. E.) on Tuesday, October 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday at 2: 00 p.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Gardens. If desired, expressions of sympathy to the Salvation Army or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

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FARID o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-29 published
FARID, Doris
Died peacefully, at Thompson House, on Friday, January 28, 2005. Beloved daughter of the late General Nasr FARID and Victoria Hara FARID. Much loved sister of Captain Zak (Georgette) FARID and Nabil (Nabila) FARID. Dear aunt of Mervett, Nader, Sherif (Kim,) and Neil FARID. A Service will be held on Monday, January 31st at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), at one o'clock.

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FARID o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-09 published
Toronto cabbie had 'huge' heart
Tariq KHAN, 40, died in a helicopter mishap while delivering aid to earthquake victims in his native Pakistan
By Isabel TEOTONIO, Staff Reporter
As the aid workers prepared for liftoff, Tariq KHAN watched with horror as a throng of villagers rushed toward the helicopter.
There were hundreds of people clambering atop overturned earth and scattered debris. And with each hastening step and deafening spin of the main rotor, his fears mounted, fellow workers recalled.
The villagers were simple folk from remote communities nestled deep in the mountainous folds of northern Pakistan who might not understand the dangers of getting close.
KHAN jumped out of the helicopter's cabin. He inched his way along the wall of people surrounding the helicopter, gently pushing them back and trying to create a safe distance so the helicopter could lift off and pick up more supplies for the earthquake victims.
As he tried to keep one person from getting perilously close, he turned suddenly and, not realizing the helicopter was on sloping ground with its tail much lower than usual, took a few fateful steps into its rotating blades.
In a split second, the 40-year-old was dead -- a tragic end to a life dedicated to helping others, even in his final moments.
KHAN, a Beck Taxi driver living in Toronto, had returned home to his native Pakistan to be with his dying mother. After her funeral, he remained to choose a bride and was preparing for his wedding when the October 8 earthquake struck.
The powerful quake, which has claimed more than 87,000 lives, measured 7.6 on the Richter scale. Immediately, he sprang into action and joined a relief team.
"This is the biggest example of how huge his heart was," long-time friend Asad FARID said about the accident that claimed KHAN's life on October 16. "He had such a kind heart.... It was his caring personality that took him back to Pakistan.
"This is a big tragedy," FARID said in an interview from his Toronto home. "He was the oldest son and the sole provider for his family. Now what will they do?"
KHAN immigrated to Canada around 1997, searching for a job that would support the large family he left back in his hometown, Bannu.
As the only breadwinner for a household that included elderly parents, three unmarried sisters and three younger brothers, all students, KHAN figured he'd have no problem landing an agricultural job in Canada. After all, he had a master's degree in agriculture and had worked in Pakistan for seven years as a deputy director of water management.
Unable to find work in his field, he did a number of odd jobs in Toronto, including brief stints at an electronics and video store, as a security guard and, most recently, as a cab driver.
Anwaar HAQ, a Royal Taxi driver who was once KHAN's roommate, said he'll never forget KHAN's "always smiling face" and selfless nature.
When the blackout occurred two years ago in Toronto, he said, KHAN stopped his cab to direct traffic.
"Everybody else was making money and there he was directing traffic, just happy to be able to help."
KHAN's devotion to supporting his family back home was such that for many years he quelled all thoughts of marriage, focusing solely on work. He did, however, find time to volunteer as an auxiliary member of the Toronto Police Service from 2002 to 2004, working primarily on crime prevention and community outreach.
In February, his mother became ill and KHAN immediately returned home to Pakistan. Uncertain about how long he'd be there and itching to work with a non-government organization, he joined the Sungi Development Foundation in April.
Hired as a team leader, he worked with marginalized communities to develop sustainable programs in northern Pakistan.
Co-worker Nazia HAMEED recalled KHAN's efforts in promoting the status of women. Against the odds, he persuaded the men of three villages to let women participate in a project where they would be trained in crafts -- a skill that could generate income. It's significant to note, HAMEED said, it was the first time in six years the women had participated in an activity outside their villages.
After KHAN's mother died in July, he remained in search of a wife, whom he planned to return with to Canada. With a bride chosen and a wedding date set for November 5, he took October off from working with Sungi to plan the celebration.
But when news arrived that many of the communities he had worked with had disappeared beneath landslides or been reduced to rubble, nothing could keep him from joining Sungi's relief operations not even his family's disapproval.
"His spirit and dedication have encouraged everyone to do more," said Sungi executive director Samina KHAN, who described him as a "tireless social worker."
"Right to the end of his life, he was dedicated to helping others."

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FARINA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-02 published
FARINA, Eleuteria " Laura"
Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Toronto Grace Hospital on Monday, January 31, 2005 in her 85th year. Eleuteria Laura FARINA, beloved wife of the late Franco. Loving mother of Brenda and her husband Tony BORGO and John and his wife Cindi. Cherished grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Survived by her nieces, nephews and cousins. Resting at the Newediuk Funeral Home, Kipling Chapel, 2104 Kipling Ave., Etobicoke (two blocks north of Rexdale Blvd.) from Thursday and Friday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday leaving the funeral home 9 a.m. to St. Andrew's Church, 2547 Kipling Ave. for Funeral Mass at 9: 30 a.m. Entombment Westminster Mausoleum.

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FARINACCIO o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-01 published
BELFORD, Laura Jeannie Marie (CHANDLER) (1912-2005)
Peacefully surrounded by her family at the Credit Valley Hospital on Sunday, October 30th, 2005 in her 94th year. Jeannie CHANDLER, beloved wife of the late Charles Clarence BELFORD, late of Port Credit. Loving mother of Enid (Harold) of Niagara Falls, Fred (Lorna) of Orangeville, Marie FARINACCIO (Gino) of Mississauga and the late Syd and Patsy. Loving Nannie of Jeanne (Kirk), Mark (Natasha), Kristi (Frank), Pina and Lisa. Great-Nannie of Victoria, Olivia, and Francesco. Remembered by sister-in-law Chris BELFORD of Parry Sound. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews and dear Friends. Mrs. BELFORD will be resting at the funeral home of Skinner and Middlebrook Ltd., 128 Lakeshore Rd. E. (1 block west of Hurontario St.), Mississauga (parking off Ann St.) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Trinity Anglican Church, 26 Stavebank Rd. North on Thursday, November 3rd, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment Springcreek Cemetery.

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FARIS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-05 published
NEEB, Harold Jacob
Harold Jacob passed away suddenly on Monday, January 3, 2005 at the Stratford General Hospital, Harold J. NEEB of Tavistock, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Betty CLARK- NEEB. Loving father of Wayne NEEB, Sharon and husband Lou MANTLE and Marilyn and husband Leonard JAMES, all of London. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Bentley, Troy, Robert, Debbie, Christine and Doug and by his great grandchildren Robbie, Justin, Shana, Garret, Miranda, Mitchell, Ethan, Hanna, David, Angelina, Tyler and Derek and great great granddaughter Brooke. Also survived by his step daughters Nancy and husband Dave FARIS of Tavistock and Marilyn CLARK of Vancouver. By his step grandchildren Kim, Joe, Melanie and Tami and step great granddaughter Kaya. Predeceased by his first wife Doris (1980), second wife Rhea (1995), grand_son Randy MANTLE (1997,) sisters Florence CHAMBERLAIN and Henrietta BROWN. Harold had worked as a Dairy Branch Field man for Oxford County and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church where he served on the Church Council. A former School Board Trustee, former member of the Tavistock Men's Club and was a Member of the Tavistock Masonic Lodge #609 Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons Relatives and Friends may call at the Francis Funeral Home 77 Woodstock Street, North, Tavistock, on Thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service will be conducted from the Trinity Lutheran Church, Sebastopol on Friday, January 7, 2005 at 2: 00 pm. Rev. Randy LIEDTKE officiating. Interment in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Trinity Church Improvement Fund would be appreciated by the family.

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FARIS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-07-04 published
FARIS, Brenna Lowry
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Brenna Lowry FARIS, on Friday, July 1, 2005. Brenna, 22 years of age, cherished daughter of Cam and Susan FARIS and loved and loving sister of Matt and Jessie. Beloved granddaughter of Jean and the late Dr. John FARIS, Jack and Joan LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY and the late Eileen LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY. Brenna will be sadly missed by her many aunts, uncles, cousins and Friends. Brenna was a graduate of G.C.V.I. and most recently attended Mohawk College.
Resting at Gilbert MacIntyre and son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon Street, Guelph, where the family will receive Friends on Tuesday, July 5th from 6: 00-8:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, July 6, 2005 at 1: 00 p.m. with a reception to follow. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Hospital for Sick Children Foundation or Ronald McDonald House Foundation would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home 519-821-5077 or email info@gilbertmacintyreandson.com).

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FARKAS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-13 published
FARKAS, Lee
In loving memory of my dear wife Lee FARKAS, who passed away on February 13, 1997.
I hold you close within my heart
And keep you safely there
I see your smile, I hear your voice
I feel you everywhere
I miss everything about you
Especially your sweet and gentle ways
You filled my life with happiness
And brightened up my days
No matter how much times goes by
My thoughts will always be
On my cherished angel
I love and miss you my loving Lee.
Dearly loved and sadly missed by husband Hans (John).

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FARKAS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-04-16 published
FARKAS, Piros
Peacefully at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Thursday, April 14, 2005 Mrs. Piros FARKAS at the age of 95 years, was called home to be with the Lord, surrounded be her closest Friends. Piros was predeceased by her husband and best friend Bernard FARKAS (1982,) and her sister Julianna KOVACS. She is survived by many wonderful Friends and many nieces, nephews and cousins residing in Hungary. The Friends of Piros welcome Friends and family to visit with them at Ostrander's Funeral Home, 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg (842-5221) on Monday, April 18, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Ladislaus Roman Catholic Church, Courtland on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 11 am. Reverend Father MAK officiating. Interment St. Ladislaus Roman Catholic Cemetery. Parish prayers will be offered at Ostrander's Funeral Home on Monday evening at 7: 00 p.m. At the family's request memorial donations (payable by cheque) may be made to the charity of one's choice. Personal condolences may be sent to www.ostrandersfuneralhome.com

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FARKAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-09-09 published
FARKAS, Anett
Tragically in Bermuda, on September 6th, 2005 at the age of 24 years. Beloved daughter of Maria BONTOS. She will also be sadly missed by her step-father Charles STENGER, many relatives and Friends. Visitation at Kane and Fetterly Funeral Home, 5301 Decarie Blvd., Montreal, Québec (corner Isabella St.) on Saturday, September 10th, 2005 and Sunday, September 11th, from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m.

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FARKAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-25 published
PALATICS, Elizabeth (née VIZI)
Peacefully, at St. Elizabeth's Villa in Hamilton, Ontario, on Sunday, March 20, 2005, in her 102nd year, Elizabeth PALATICS (née VIZI,) beloved mother of Elizabeth, Hermina, Julius and mother-in-law of Gabor FARKAS. Predeceased by her loving husband Julius, son-in-law Leslie Robert, and daughter-in-law Olga PALATICS. Cherished grandmother of Tom, Frank, Elizabeth, Olga, Elizabeth and Irene. Proud great-grandmother of Monica, Kristina, Lesley, Joey, Stephanie, Sara, Joanne, Adrienne, Craig and Ethan. Also survived by many relatives in Hungary. Visitation and rosary on March 28, at 11: 30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Church, followed by Funeral Mass at 12: 30 p.m. Interment at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Mississauga. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Parish, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff at St. Elizabeth's Villa for their loving care of Elizabeth.

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FARKAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-17 published
KEMENY, Joseph
Suddenly on Friday, October 14, 2005 at the age of 61. Beloved husband of the late Susan KEMENY. Predeceased by his brother Francis KEMENY. Dear step-father of Tom and Peter FARKAS. Lovingly remembered by his girlfriend Barbara PAP. Always lovingly remembered and will be missed by Judy, Frank and Kati and their families. Funeral Service will be held at the Turner and Porter "Peel" Chapel, 2180 Hurontario Street, Mississauga (Hwy. 10 North of Queen Elizabeth Way) on Tuesday, October 18, 2005 at 3: 00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1: 00 p.m. Cremation to follow. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. May Angels be with you always.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-21 published
THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON, Elizabeth Ann
Peacefully at Chelsey Park Nursing Home on February 18th, 2005, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON of London in her 103rd year. Beloved wife of the late Dr. W.H. Montague THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON. Loving sister in law of Hubert THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON and his wife Marion, Charlotte FARLEY, and the recently late Carol CRANE. Dear aunt of Sky REDWOOD of Denver Colorado, Victoria and her husband Jim McCARTNEY of Sacramento California, Barbara and her husband John SHARP of Sugarland Texas, Elizabeth DEARMENT of Springfield Virginia, Marilyn and her husband Chase McQUADE of Denver Colorado, Dr. Doug CRANE of Brantford, Roger CRANE and his wife Ruth of Burlington, The Honourable Judge James FARLEY and his wife Sandra of the Toronto area, and Ian THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON and his wife Joelle. She will be sadly missed by her primary care giver Sheila JETTE and her assistants Christine RUITERS, Crystal DOIRON, Teresa MONGEON, and Jeanne LENNIPS, and devoted Friends Amy STONER, Dr. Murray HOOVER and Lassa, Filipio TRIVILINO and his wife Maria and their children, Sheila and Larry JETTE and their children Crystal, Renee, Amy, and Sheena and their grandchildren, Mrs. Connie LAKE and her daughter Andrea, Maria SFALSIN, and Robert and Richard FRANK and families. Elizabeth leaves behind five generations who mourn her passing. Visitation in the Lloyd R. Needham Funeral Chapel (520 Dundas Street, London) on Sunday, February 20th, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. where the funeral and committal service will be conducted at 4: 00 p.m. Cremation to follow. In memory of Elizabeth, contributions to Retina Research through London Health Sciences Center (University Campus) would be greatly appreciated.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-04-22 published
THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON, Hubert
Peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre Perth on Wednesday, April 20, 2005. Hubert THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Marian (KEEN) THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON, loved father of Marilyn (Chase) McQUADE of Denver and Ian (Jorel) THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON of San Francisco. Also survived by seven grandchildren. Brother of Charlotte FARLEY of Oakville. Friends are invited to spend a time of fellowship with the family at their home in Rideau Ferry on Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m. Arrangements are in care of Blair and son Funeral Home Directors Perth.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-05-21 published
ELLIS, Marjorie Lillian (née IRELAND)
It is with deep sadness we announce her passing on Friday, May 20th, 2005 at Elgin Manor peacefully and surrounded by her loving family in her 78th year after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Dearly beloved wife of Harold Wynne for over 50 years. Dearly loved mother of Jo-Anne, Ruth BASKEY, Robert and wife Janice all of Saint Thomas, Mary Jane and husband David HOWELL of St. Catherine's. Much loved mother-in-law of Richard BASKEY of Sparta. Cherished grandmother of Andrew, Griffin, Jason, Holly and Jamie BASKEY and Madison HOWELL. Dear sister of Dorothy MILLER of London, sister-in-law of Shirley BRYANT and husband Horace of Texas, the late Rosemary FARLEY and husband Richard of Brantford. Dear niece of Jean LAMON of California and also sadly missed by a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Marjorie was born in Delaware Township on September 17th, 1927. The dearly loved daughter of the late Robert and Mabel FORSYTH) IRELAND. Marjorie came to Saint Thomas in 1954 and resided in Fingal since 1974. She was an active member of the First United Church and the United Church Women and a tireless worker for the St. Thomas Figure Skating Club for many years. Resting at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas until Tuesday morning and then to First United Church, St. George Street, Saint Thomas for funeral service at 11: 00 a.m. Private interment in Fingal Cemetery. Friends and family will be received for visitation Monday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Elgin Manor, the United Church Women of First United Church, or a charity of one's choice.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-09-10 published
ELLIS, Harold
Of Saint Thomas, on Friday, September 9, 2005, at the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital in his 81st year. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie (IRELAND) ELLIS (May 2005.) Dearly loved father of Jo-Anne ELLIS of Saint Thomas, Ruth BASKEY of Saint Thomas, Robert ELLIS and his wife Janice of Saint Thomas, Mary Jane ELLIS and her husband David HOWELL of St. Catharines and dear father-in-law of Richard BASKEY of Sparta. Loved brother of Shirley and her husband Horace BRYANT of Texas and the late Rosemary FARLEY, and dear brother-in-law of Dorothy MILLER of London and Dr. Richard FARLEY of Brantford. Much loved grandfather of Jason, Holly and Jamie BASKEY, Andrew GRIFFIN and Madison HOWELL. Dear nephew of Rose COUTTS of Mississauga, also survived by a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Harold was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 29, 1925, the son of the late Edwin "Ted" and Mary (GREGG) ELLIS. Harold grew up in the Springfield-Aylmer area and resided in Saint Thomas and Fingal since 1949. Harold was the retired owner of Ellis Farm Equipment and was a 50 year member of First United Church, life member of the Fingal Optimist Club and also belonged to the Malahide Masonic Lodge #140, Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons Resting at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas until Monday morning and then to First United Church, St. George Street, St. Thomas for funeral service at 11: 00 a.m. Cremation to follow with private interment of ashes in Fingal Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, First United Church or charity of choice.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-12-10 published
NEIL, Ruth Mildred (FARLEY)
At Bluewater Health Norman Street Site on December 9, 2005 Ruth Mildred (FARLEY) NEIL, in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Clifford NEIL (1990.) Dear mother of Betty McALPINE and her husband George. Loved grandmother of Kim and her husband John SHELLEY and their children Jillian, Jessica, Jacqueline Kevin McALPINE and his wife JoAnne and their children Kara, Katie, Kassandra and Kipp. Dear sister of Margaret McANINCH and family. A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2005 at 11: 00 am from Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia. Cremation will follow. Friends will be received at the Smith Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon from 2 to 5 pm. Sympathy through donations to the Charity of Choice would be appreciated by the family. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-02-24 published
FARLEY, Elizabeth▼ M.▼
Peacefully joining her family and the Lord on February 16th, 2005 in her 99th year in Toronto. Longtime teacher, Toronto Public Schools and retired as Vice Principal of Deer Park Public School. A private service was held. Interment St. James Cemetery. If desired, a donation may be made to the charity of ones choice. Arrangements entrusted to Morley Bedford Funeral Services.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-10-03 published
FARLEY, Bernard Leo
After a long and courageous battle with cancer at Toronto Western Hospital on September 30, 2005 at the age of 73. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Joan and his children Mary-Bernadette, John (Susan), Bernard (Meredith), Mary Ellen, Mary Ann and David. Predeceased by his first wife Mary Margaret. He will be fondly remembered by his brothers Denis and Paul. Friends may call at the Rosar-Morrison Funeral Home and Chapel, 467 Sherbourne Street (south of Wellesley), on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10: 30 a.m. from St. Basil's Catholic Church (Bay and St. Joseph Streets). Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. A special thanks to the following doctors at U.H.N.; Dr. Padraig WARDE (brother-in-law,) Dr. Michael JEWETT, Dr. Jennifer KNOX and Dr. Charles CATTON. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Princess Margaret Hospital or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-10-26 published
MacPHERSON, William Douglas
Died peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital, Hamilton, on Sunday, October 23, 2005, having reached his goal of 80 years. Survived by his beloved wife Louise, his loving daughter Anne Hilton FARLEY (Ted) of Guelph, his loving son Ian Young MacPHERSON (Wendy) of Picton and his grandchildren Laura RATCLIFFE (Chris,) Alice, James Douglas, Sandy and Patrick. Survived by his sister Joan GORDON (Peter) of Burlington and his sister-in-law Suzanne HILTON of Arlington, Massachusetts. Private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will take place at Central Presbyterian Church, 165 Charlton Avenue West, Hamilton, from 2-4 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2005. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to St. Peter's Hospital (Palliative Care Unit - 3 East), Juravinski Cancer Centre or Central Presbyterian Church would be gratefully appreciated by the family.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-24 published
FARLEY, Elizabeth▲ M.▲
Peacefully, joining her family and the Lord, on February 16, 2005, in her 99th year, in Toronto. Longtime Teacher, Toronto Public Schools and retired as Vice Principal of Deer Park Public School. A private service was held. Interment St. James Cemetery. If desired, a donation may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements entrusted to Morley Bedford Funeral Services.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-16 published
FARLEY, George W.S.
Passed away on Monday, March 14, 2005, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie CASE. Resident of Southbrook Lodge, Brampton for the past 11 years. He will be missed by his Friends and relatives. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Rd. (north of Lawrence Ave.), Weston, on Thursday from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. in the Ward Chapel.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-29 published
SUDDARD, Gladys (née DRAPER)
On April 17, 2005, in her 73rd year, Gladys was released from her pain passing peacefully at Mineral Springs Hospital, Banff, Alberta. Beloved mother of Laurie (Bob FARLEY) of Stouffville, Ontario, Douglas and wife Connie of Canmore, Alberta, and Kenneth of Pender Island, British Columbia. Dear grandmother of Justin, Jesse, Christina and Carly. Survived by sister Shirley (Robert) MacKIE. Dear niece and friend of Ella HINTON. Predeceased by husband Robert SUDDARD, parents Fred and Violet and granddaughter Rachel. Cremation took place in Alberta. In accordance with Gladys' wishes, no service shall be held, instead, the family will host a tribute to her memory on Saturday, April 30, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 459, 12278 Ninth Line, Stouffville, Ontario. Anyone desiring to honour Gladys' memory is invited to send flowers to someone they love, or share a smile as they recall the times they shared with her.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-09-13 published
BELDING, Belmont " Bud"
Passed away peacefuly at his home in Alliston, Ontario on Saturday, September 10, 2005, in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Reta BELDING of Alliston. Loved father of Linda and her husband Iain BROWN, Brenda DWYER and Neville DEVIR, Bonnie and her husband Joseph DANIELS, Belmont BELDING and his wife Joyce, Wayne BELDING and his wife Dorothy, Joan and her husband George FARLEY. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Clyde, Margie, Evelyn, Muriel and predeceased by Vernon and Roberta. Bud will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and Friends. A Memorial Service will be held at W. John Thomas Funeral Home, 244 Victoria Street East, Alliston on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. If so desired, memorial donations to Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation Alliston would be appreciated.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-04 published
SMITH, Ethel Marjorie
Passed away peacefully, at the Credit Valley Hospital, with her daughters by her side, on Thursday, November 3, 2005, at the age of 84, following a 29 year struggle with Syringomyelia. Beloved wife of the late Reg SMITH. Loving mother of Launi WHITING (David,) and Pat CONLON. Proud grandmother of Kim NEIL (Frank,) Karen, Brendon, and Rory. Dear sister of Evie FARLEY. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter "Peel" Chapel, 2180 Hurontario Street, Mississauga (Hwy 10, North of Queen Elizabeth Way), on Saturday from 3-7 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 3 p.m. Private interment Glendale Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Canadian Syringomyelia Network.

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FARLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-09 published
FARLEY / GREGSON, Frances Mary (née WHITMORE)
After a brief illness, passed away early Sunday morning, October 30, 2005, at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital in Orillia. Beloved wife of the late William A. FARLEY, she is survived by her sister Dorothy and brother-in-law Henning HALVORSEN, step-son Frank and wife Harriett Farley and their children. She will be sadly missed by all. Born in Toronto, retired to Washago, Ontario and for the past 7 years, lived in her home in Orillia with her faithful and loving little dog, "Jules". A memorial service and reception will be held at the Doolittle Chapel Of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater Street East, Orillia 705-326-3595 at 11: 30 a.m. Saturday, November 12, 2005. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association. Online Messages of Condolence are welcome at www.carsonfuneralhomes.com A Memorial Tree will be planted by the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes.

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FARLINGER o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-06-14 published
ARRIGO, Joanne▼ (PONZO)
Peacefully at Central Place in Owen Sound, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Joseph ARRIGO. Loving▼ mother of Sal (Joy,) Lynda FARLINGER (Peter.▼) Lovingly▼ remembered by her grandchildren, Danny (Peggy,) Joadi Page, Joe (Lisa,) Angela, Christopher FARLINGER and Kim FARLINGER. Sadly▼ missed by her great-grandchildren, Michael and Matthew. Loving sister of Peter PONZO and his wife Heidi and Joe PONZO. Joanne was the "Sunshine Girl" for the C.I.B.P.A. Ladies Auxiliary for over fifty years. She loved helping other people - always with a smile on her face. The family will receive Friends on Wednesday, June 15th, from 2: 00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9: 00 p.m. at Murray E. Newbigging Funeral Home, 733 Mt. Pleasant Road, Toronto (South of Eglinton). Funeral Mass will be held on Blessed Sacrament Church, (Yonge Street, 1 Block South of Lawrence), on Thursday, June 16th, at 10: 30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated.
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FARLINGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-06-15 published
ARRIGO, Joanne▲ (PONZO)
Peacefully at Central Place in Owen Sound in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Joseph ARRIGO. Loving▲ mother of Sal (Joy,) Lynda FARLINGER (Peter.▲) Loving▲ sister of Peter PONZO and his wife Heidi, and Joe PONZO. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Danny (Peggy), Joadi PAGE, Joe (Lisa), Angela, Christopher FARLINGER, and Kim FARLINGER. Sadly▲ missed by her great-grandchildren Michael and Mathew. Joanne was the 'Sunshine Girl' for the C.I.B.P.. A Ladies Auxiliary for over 50 years. She loved helping other people - always with a smile on her face. The family will receive Friends on Wednesday, June 15th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Murray E. Newbigging Funeral home 733 Mt. Pleasant Road Toronto (South of Eglinton) Funeral Mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament Church (Yonge St.. 1 Block South of Lawrence) on Thursday, June 16th at 10: 30 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated.

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FARLINGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-06-27 published
FARLINGER, Dr. Fraser Alexander▼
Passed away at North Bay on Sunday, June 26, 2005, in his 83rd year. Fraser was the cherished husband and best friend of Alice BRILLON (BOND). Loving father of Arlene PRIMROSE (Brian), Barbara SNEDDEN (Ken,) Gordon FARLINGER and survived by their mother Lois, all of New Liskeard. Loving step-father of Ward BOND (Carol) of Collingwood, Kathryn ROBERTS (James) of Cookstown and Jonathan BOND (Tamara) of Kenora. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Ryan, Kimberley, Sarah, Alex, Stephanie, Charlie, Nathan and Avery. Fraser was predeceased by his parents Dr. A.C. FARLINGER and the former Sara J. McCORQUODALE, also by his brother Don (survived by his wife Diane.) Dear brother of Mary ROWE and Jane REEVES (Bob.) Dr. FARLINGER graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University in 1948. He practiced medicine in New Liskeard for 28 years and moved to North Bay in 1975 to work at the North Bay General Hospital as an Anaesthetist until his retirement in 1988. Friends may call at the Martyn Funeral Home, North Bay, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held from the Calvin Presbyterian Church, North Bay, on Thursday, June 30th at 2 p.m. Cremation with interment of ashes in New Liskeard. If desired, donations to the North Bay General Hospital Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy. Martyn Funeral Home, 494 Wyld Street, North Bay, Ontario P1B 1Z5, 705-472-8810, martynfh@martynfh.com.

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FARLINGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-30 published
FARLINGER, William▼ Alexander▲▼
Loved and surrounded by his family and Friends, Bill FARLINGER died peacefully on November 28, 2005. Bill's extraordinarily full life has left a profound and positive impact on family, Friends and the Canadian business community. He is survived by his loving wife, best friend and soul mate Esther who will miss him more than words can express. He will be cherished always by his children Brian, Pamela, Craig, Leonard, David and stepson Philip and adored grandchildren Stephanie, Jessica, Mallary, Brian, Gabriel, Grayson, Madison, Alexander, Ella, Adam, Jacob, Tod, Alexandra and Kevin. Equally bereft are their spouses Richard, Sylvia,▼ Willie,▼ Jennifer,▼ Lisa and many, many Friends. Bill FARLINGER graduated from the University of Toronto in Commerce and Finance in 1951. He joined Clarkson Gordon and Co. Chartered Accountants and served the firm in a variety of roles in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto. During his term as Senior Partner of the firm in 1986, the firm merged with Ernst and Young and he continued to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer until 1993. Following his retirement in 1993 from Ernst and Young, he served the people of Ontario as Chairman of Ontario Hydro and, its successor company, Ontario Power Generation until 2003. Bill's significant philanthropic contributions for which he received the Order of Canada include: Chairman of the President Committee (University of Toronto) President of the Royal Canadian Golf Association; President of the Toronto Redevelopment Advisory Council. Bill has received a number of honours, including: Order of Canada in 1995; Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario Award of Outstanding Merit in 1995; University of Toronto, Faculty of Management's Distinguished Business Alumni Award in 1988; an Induction into the University's Sports Hall of Fame in 1991 and an Honourary Doctor of Laws Degree in 1992. Bill was an avid golfer, fisherman and sportsman. He loved life as he lived it. He is most fondly remembered by his family for making Par on the Country Club of Florida's Golf Course, 3NT bids, fly fishing at Caughnawana and Sunday dinners. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, November 30th and 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, December 1st. The funeral service will be held at two o'clock on Friday at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 1920 Yonge Street, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4S 3E2, #416-489-7100.

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FARLINGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-12-03 published
William FARLINGER, Accountant and Chief Executive Officer: (1929-2005)
'Slow-moving guy with a razor-sharp mind' went from success as head of Ernst and Young to disappointment as chair of Ontario Hydro, writes Sandra MARTIN. His stumble came with a failed attempt at privatization
By Sandra MARTIN, Saturday, December 3, 2005, Page S11
A chartered accountant who headed up Clarkson Gordon (now Ernst & Young,) William "Bill" FARLINGER retired in 1993 after a stellar career in business. Dynamic and energetic, he combined his business acumen, his private-sector connections and his political philosophy in the campaign to elect Mike Harris premier of Ontario in 1995.
"For many, Bill FARLINGER will be remembered as a decisive and intelligent leader. For me, he was also a kind and gentle friend," the former premier said this week.
Mr. HARRIS named Mr. FARLINGER chair of Ontario Hydro in 1995, with the mandate to privatize the public utility that had been one of the economic engines of the province's prosperity. The initiative went horribly wrong, with Mr. FARLINGER castigated in the press for lavish spending. He remained chair of the board and its successor, Ontario Power Generation, until 2003 when the Harris government was defeated by Dalton McGuinty's Liberals.
The unresolved question is why Mr. FARLINGER took on such an onerous and risky challenge, when he could have been golfing, fishing or relaxing with his grandchildren and his second wife, Esther. He knew the workings of the company, or must have thought he did, because Clarkson Gordon had been Ontario Hydro's accountants for decades. And yet in August of 1997, two years after he became chair of the board, he released a scathing internal report on mismanagement at the public utility and announced that seven of its 19 atomic reactors had to be shut down. "The nuclear unit was operated over all those early years as some sort of special nuclear cult," he said at a press conference.
"My father had a dream of privatizing electricity," said his daughter Pamela EARLE. "He didn't believe any government could ever run it very well and he believed electricity would be cheaper and the environment would be [cleaner] if it were privatized, and that is what he tried to do."
In retrospect, says former premier Ernie EVES, privatizing Ontario Hydro was doomed because "we didn't have enough competition out there to privatize it." In his opinion, you need a fairly level playing field with some decent competitors. "It is not going to work if you have an overwhelming player who controls 85 or 90 per cent of the power generation, and the other players are all scrambling around fighting over the other 10 to 15 per cent," he says. "It may come to pass but, in hindsight, I just don't think we were ready to make it work."
Mr. FARLINGER's old friend and mentor, accountant and public-policy writer Jack BIDDELL has a harsher explanation. "Here is a man whose father was very wealthy, who left Bill with a lot of money. Bill had a tremendous income as Chief Executive Officer of Clarkson Gordon, but he was obsessed with seeing how much money he could make. He was a great family man and I loved him, but that was his main concern. He never did anything unethical, but the urge to make money and to demonstrate how smart he was, was there. I never understood it." The two men broke over Ontario Hydro and Mr. BIDDELL's greatest regret is that they never had time to repair the rift in their nearly 50-year Friendship.
William▲▼ Bill Alexander▲▼ FARLINGER was born just after the stock market crash that heralded the Depression, the eldest of two children of real estate salesman Alexander FARLINGER and his wife Allie (PURVES.) Although times were tough when Bill was a child, his father became a successful real-estate developer in the 1950s and 1960s, building Bayview Village and some of the first townhouses at the corner of York Mills and Bayview in Toronto.
Mr. FARLINGER met his first wife, Shirley (TABB) FARLINGER, in Grade 8 in the local elementary school they both attended in North Toronto. They started going steady when they were 12, a romance that lasted all through high school at Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute and the University of Toronto. Tall, lithe and graceful, Mr. FARLINGER was a hurdler and a pole vaulter, and was elected to the sports hall of fame at the University of Toronto in 1991 and awarded an honorary degree the following year.
The FARLINGERs married in 1951, right after graduation, when both were 21.
With a degree in commerce and finance, Mr. FARLINGER joined Clarkson Gordon the same year. "He showed his mettle early on," said Ken LEMON, a former executive, who had joined the firm in 1936. "He had a strong personality and he was very smart."
He worked in the auditing business while he qualified as a chartered accountant and then moved into the insolvency and bankruptcy business, working mainly under Jack BIDDELL. "I recognized his talents and I had a little bit to do with moving him around the country to our various offices [in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto]," said Mr. BIDDELL. "He was very bright, a good accountant, very articulate, very pleasant and dealt with people well."
One of the big cases Mr. FARLINGER worked on was the liquidation of Investors Overseas Services, then the biggest pension fund in the world. Investors Overseas Services had its headquarters in Geneva, but it had been incorporated in New Brunswick. That was why Clarkson Gordon was involved in securing and resolving a pension fund that involved governments in several countries.
Mr. LEMON was instrumental in bringing Mr. FARLINGER onto the executive committee of Clarkson Gorden. The firm had had a long association with the American firm Arthur Young, representing them in Canada and being represented by them around the world. After A.C. Ernst and Arthur Young merged in the U.S. in 1989, there was a question about who their Canadian affiliate would be.
By then senior partner and Chief Executive Officer of the firm, Mr. FARLINGER made certain it was Clarkson Gordon. The cost was changing the firm's name to Ernst and Young. "From our standpoint, it was a very important step in the history of the firm," said Mr. LEMON. "We would have lost our international connection and our ability to work around the world."
Mr. BIDDELL, who had not welcomed the change, eventually saw that it was a good and necessary move. "When he told me the details, I reached over and shook his hand."
Mr. FARLINGER and his wife Shirley had five children; Brian, who died of H.I.V./A.I.D.S. in 1995, Pamela, Craig, Leonard and David. A keen outdoorsman, Mr. FARLINGER loved fishing, golfing and skiing. He taught his kids to ski and insisted they all learn French when he was transferred to Montreal in 1967. The family spent winter holidays on ski slopes around the world and summers portaging and camping at a rustic fishing camp in Caughnawana, Quebec, due east of North Bay, Ontario, that he had bought in 1975 with Mr. LEMON.
Mr. FARLINGER had a rare combination of strength and gentleness that made him very attractive to be around, said his daughter. "He really listened and was sympathetic to many points of view and I think that is what made him so dynamic in the boardroom and in our family." Sunday dinners were lively and opinionated, she said.
After 36 years of marriage, the FARLINGERs separated in 1987 because they had "evolved" in different ways, according to his first wife, who has since remarried. She supported the Green Party and the New Democratic Party and he was an arch Conservative.
"My mother had been a housewife for 25 years, raising the kids. She had been a very loving mother, but as she saw dad's career develop she wanted to make her mark, too, and Dad really wanted a wife who would be by his side and do charities and galas."
He married his second wife, Esther, a golfer, fundraiser and interior designer, in 1988.
After he retired from Ernst and Young, Mr. FARLINGER formed his own management consulting firm, "but he was itching to do something bigger," said his nephew Bill KING, a former journalist for the North Bay Nugget, who was working in Mike HARRIS's constituency office in the late 1980s. That something bigger turned out to be electing Mr. HARRIS as leader of the party and then premier of the province. Mr. FARLINGER raised money, gave Mr. HARRIS legitimacy with his business connections on Bay Street, and helped strategize the Common Sense Revolution.
"He really impressed me," said Mr. EVES, another key player in Mr. HARRIS's leadership bid. "He was a slow-moving guy with a razor-sharp mind. He could take any problem you had and make it into a succinct matter instead of going on and on about a pile of irrelevant stuff."
Mr. EVES also knew Mr. FARLINGER on the golf course, a place where you can learn a lot about a man's character. "There are a lot of people who will cheat here and there or move the ball, but not Bill. He always played strictly by the rules. He was a very honest and decent guy."
William Alexander FARLINGER was born in Toronto on November 21, 1929. He died on November 28, 2005, after suffering a massive stroke 10 days earlier. He was 76. He is survived by his wife Esther, four children, one stepson and 14 grandchildren.

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FARLINGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-30 published
FARLINGER, William▲▼ Alexander▲▼
Loved and surrounded by his family and Friends, Bill FARLINGER died peacefully on November 28, 2005. Bill's extraordinarily full life has left a profound and positive impact on family, Friends and the Canadian business community. He is survived by his loving wife, best friend and soul mate Esther who will miss him more than words can express. He will be cherished always by his children Brian, Pamela, Craig, Leonard, David and stepson Philip and adored grandchildren Stephanie, Jessica, Mallary, Brian, Gabriel, Grayson, Madison, Alexander, Ella, Adam, Jacob, Tod, Alexandra and Kevin. Equally bereft are their spouses Richard, Sylvia,▲▼ Willie,▲▼ Jennifer,▲▼ Lisa and many, many Friends. Bill FARLINGER graduated from the University of Toronto in Commerce and Finance in 1951. He joined Clarkson Gordon and Co. Chartered Accountants and served the firm in a variety of roles in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto. During his term as Senior Partner of the firm in 1986, the firm merged with Ernst and Young and he continued to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer until 1993. Following his retirement in 1993 from Ernst and Young, he served the people of Ontario as Chairman of Ontario Hydro and, its successor company, Ontario Power Generation until 2003. Bill's significant philanthropic contributions for which he received the Order of Canada include: Chairman of the President Committee (University of Toronto) President of the Royal Canadian Golf Association; President of the Toronto Redevelopment Advisory Council. Bill has received a number of honours, including: Order of Canada in 1995; Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario Award of Outstanding Merit in 1995; University of Toronto, Faculty of Management's Distinguished Business Alumni Award in 1988; an Induction into the University's Sports Hall of Fame in 1991 and an Honourary Doctor of Laws Degree in 1992. Bill was an avid golfer, fisherman and sportsman. He loved life as he lived it. He is most fondly remembered by his family for making Par on the Country Club of Florida's Golf Course, 3NT bids, fly fishing at Caughnawana and Sunday dinners. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, November 30th and 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, December 1st. The funeral service will be held at two o'clock on Friday at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 1920 Yonge Street, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4S 3E2, 416-489-7100.

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FARLINGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-01 published
FARLINGER, William▲ Alexander▲
Loved and surrounded by his family and Friends, Bill FARLINGER died peacefully on November 28, 2005. Bill's extraordinarily full life has left a profound and positive impact on family, Friends and the Canadian business community. He is survived by his loving wife, best friend and soul mate Esther who will miss him more than words can express. He will be cherished always by his children Brian, Pamela, Craig, Leonard, David and stepson Philip and adored grandchildren Stephanie, Jessica, Mallary, Brian, Gabriel, Grayson, Madison, Alexander, Ella, Adam, Jacob, Tod, Alexandra and Kevin. He is survived by his loving sister Sally and the King family nieces and nephews who will hold him in their hearts always. Equally bereft are their spouses Richard, Sylvia,▲ Willie,▲ Jennifer,▲ Lisa and many, many Friends. Bill FARLINGER graduated from the University of Toronto in Commerce and Finance in 1951. He joined Clarkson Gordon and Co. Chartered Accountants and served the firm in a variety of roles in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto. During his term as Senior Partner of the firm in 1986, the firm merged with Ernst and Young and he continued to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer until 1993. Following his retirement in 1993 from Ernst and Young, he served the people of Ontario as Chairman of Ontario Hydro and, its successor company, Ontario Power Generation until 2003. Bill's significant philanthropic contributions for which he received the Order of Canada include: Chairman of the President Committee (University of Toronto) President of the Royal Canadian Golf Association; President of the Toronto Redevelopment Advisory Council. Bill has received a number of honours, including: Order of Canada in 1995; Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario Award of Outstanding Merit in 1995; University of Toronto, Faculty of Management's Distinguished Business Alumni Award in 1988; an Induction into the University's Sports Hall of Fame in 1991 and an Honourary Doctor of Laws Degree in 1992. Bill was an avid golfer, fisherman and sportsman. He loved life as he lived it. He is most fondly remembered by his family for making Par on the Country Club of Florida's Golf Course, 3NT bids, fly fishing at Caughnawana and Sunday dinners. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, November 30th and 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, December 1st. The funeral service will be held at two o'clock on Friday at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 1920 Yonge Street, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4S 3E2, 416-489-7100.

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