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FROATS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-04-29 published
FROATS, Gord (1932-2001)
In loving memory of Gord, dear husband, dad and grandpa.
No longer in our lives to share
But in our hearts you're always there.
Love always, Marion and family.

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FROCKING o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-05-16 published
MALCOLM, John Arthur Reginald
Passed away on Friday May 13th, 2005 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ontario in his 89th year. Predeceased by his first wife Ada. Beloved husband to Dorreen. Loving father to Arthur (Pat), Audrey, Gloria, Carol and Linda. He will be dearly missed by his step-children Laurie FROCKING, Stephen, Peter (Joanie) and David (Diane) TAMBLYN and by his many grandchildren, step-grandchildren and great grandchildren from both families. John served with the Royal Canadian Navy as a Petty Officer from 1942-1945 and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and employee of the Board of Education for 24 years and the City of York Works Department for 13 years. Friends will be received at the McDougall and Brown Funeral Home "Eglinton Chapel" 1812 Eglinton Avenue West 416-782-1197 on Monday May 16th, 2005 from 6-9 p.m. A private family service will be held on Tuesday May 17th, 2005 with a private interment to follow at Prospect Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.

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FROESE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-23 published
McELHINEY, Rosemary▼ (BARRETT)
Peacefully at her residence on Monday, February 21st, 2005 Rosemary (BARRETT) McELHINEY of London in her 80th year. Dear mother of Wendy WILLARD and her husband Ted of Calgary, Alberta: Brian McELHINEY and Irene BIRO of London and Jim McELHINEY and his wife Jennifer▼ BARNABY of Monaco. Dear sister of Marion FARRELL of London. Predeceased by her son Douglas McELHINEY (1990) and her brother George BARRETT (2001.) Loving grandma of Robert WILLARD and his wife Krista▼ of Lethbridge, Alberta: Christina WILLARD- STEPAN and her husband Jim of Calgary, Alberta and Karen FROESE of Calgary, Alberta. Great-grandma "Mac" of Kimberly, Dustin, Zachary, Maya, Mace, Brooke and Alyssa. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service which will be conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Friday, February 25th, 2005 at 2: 00 p.m. with Reverend Thomas D. HISCOCK officiating. Interment of cremated remains in Mount Pleasant Cemetery at a later date. As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Rosemary and her son Douglas to the A.I.D.S. Committee of London, 388 Dundas Street, Unit 120, London, Ontario N6B 1V7. (On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca).

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FROESE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-24 published
McELHINEY, Rosemary▲ (BARRETT)
Peacefully at her residence on Monday, February 21st, 2005 Rosemary (BARRETT) McELHINEY of London in her 80th year. Dear mother of Wendy WILLARD and her husband Ted of Calgary, Alberta: Brian McELHINEY and Irene BIRO of London and Jim McELHINEY and his wife Jennifer▲ BARNABY of Monaco. Dear sister of Marion FARRELL of London. Predeceased by her son Douglas McELHINEY (1990) and her brother George BARRETT (2001.) Loving grandma of Robert WILLARD and his wife Krista▲ of Lethbridge, Alberta: Christina WILLARD- STEPAN and her husband Jim of Calgary, Alberta and Karen FROESE of Calgary, Alberta. Great-grandma "Mac" of Kimberly, Dustin, Zachary, Maya, Mace, Brooke and Alyssa. Rosemary served with the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service of the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service which will be conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Friday, February 25th, 2005 at 2: 00 p.m. with Reverend Thomas D. HISCOCK officiating. Interment of cremated remains in Mount Pleasant Cemetery at a later date. As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Rosemary and her son Douglas to the A.I.D.S. Committee of London, 388 Dundas Street, Unit 120, London, Ontario N6B 1V7. (On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca).

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FROESE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-04-05 published
Plucky cancer fighter dies in Lambton crash
By Jennifer O'BRIEN, Free Press Reporter
He was going to play in the National Hockey League one day. His heart set on that goal, 11-year-old Jalen DAY beat a rare cancer that struck him at goalie camp in 2003.
But yesterday, members of Sarnia's hockey community were devastated to learn the boy known as Smiley -- the boy they had grown to admire -- was killed in a car crash Sunday.
"This is like the cruelest possible plot twist in a movie," said Paul BURGESS, leader of a weekly goalie clinic who shared laughs with Jalen on the ice Saturday.
"You're waiting for the beautiful ending to happen and, all of a sudden, something totally unexpected ruins everything," BURGESS said.
Jalen, who lived in Watford with his family, was one of three area children killed in crashes Sunday.
About 9: 30 a.m., two young sisters, Eva, 4, and Mary FROESE, 9, died on the way to church after a van driven by their mother went out of control on a steep hill near Port Burwell.
The girls' mother, Sara FROESE, three teenage sisters and a male relative suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police said yesterday.
"It's so sad. It's just a freak, sad thing," said Elgin Ontario Provincial Police Const. Jennifer WILKS.
In Lambton County, Jalen's father, David, remained in hospital yesterday with injuries suffered in the crash that killed his son.
The vehicle carrying them collided with another on Petrolia Line around 7: 45 p.m. Sunday. A woman and her six-year-old son from the other vehicle were treated in hospital.
Jalen, sidelined for a year by cancer treatments, had been back to hockey for several months, first at the summer goalie camp, then playing peewee in Watford and attending BURGESS's clinics at the Sarnia Sports and Entertainment Centre.
Everything was going just as Jalen planned, BURGESS said.
"After he found out he had cancer (in August 2003), he told me, 'I'm going to beat cancer because I'm going to play in the National Hockey League someday,' BURGESS said.
"And when he first came back, his skating was suffering because the tumour had affected his right leg. But by Saturday morning, I had put him with the best skaters -- that's how far he had come.
Sarnia Sting goalie coach Larry LUCAS met Jalen at the 2003 goalie camp, where the young boy learned he had a rare form of cancer called rhabdomyosarcoma.
"Everybody is in utter shock," LUCAS said yesterday. "To see him beat cancer and then get a phone call at 7: 30 (a.m.) saying he got killed... I'm really struggling with this."
Jalen was considered a local success story after his rough battle with the brutal cancer that causes tumours to attack muscle cells. The cancer strikes about 60 children around the world each year.
In November 2003, while Jalen was in radiation therapy, the Sting put on a benefit hockey game before a packed arena, raising $25,000 for his family.
London Knights assistant coach Jeff PERRY, then with the Sting, helped organize the game between the Ontario Hockey League team and National Hockey League players.
Jalen dropped the puck.
Yesterday, a "devastated and numb" PERRY recalled the day.
"It was great," he said. "The highlight was Jalen sitting beside me in the dressing room... he looked over at me and said he didn't want the day to end."
Students and staff at Brooke Central school in Alvinston were grieving Jalen's death yesterday.
Principal Ann LARSEN said she couldn't comment personally, but read from a news release.
"Jalen... was always willing to share and express his humour and good sportsmanship with others," the release said.
"His recent success in overcoming cancer was wellknown in the community and his determination to overcome adversity was an inspiration."

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FROESE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-12-29 published
GREENAWAY, Brian Richard
Age 30, of London and formerly of Stratford passed away suddenly at the London Health Science Centre on Tuesday, December 27, 2005. Beloved fiance of Carmelina PAOLA and her children Ashley and Brandon. Loving son of Rick and Joyce GREENAWAY. Dear brother of Donnie. Cherished grand_son of Ruth and Bruce GREENAWAY, and Freda JACOB. Nephew of John JACOB, Richard JACOB, Stephen and Colleen JACOB, Robert and Kathy GREENAWAY, David and Sharon GREENAWAY, Michael and Dorothy GREENAWAY, Judy and Ron HOULE, Cathy and Tom FROESE. Also survived by many cousins, great aunts and uncles. Lovingly remembered by Joe and Maria PAOLA and family. Predeceased by his grandfather Edward (Ted) JACOB. Family will receive Friends at the W.G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron Street, Stratford on Friday, December 30, from 5-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 2 p.m. Reverend William KRAMER will officiate. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation or to the charity of one's choice through the funeral home.

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FROGGATT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-17 published
FROGGATT, Annie (RICHARDS)
Entered into rest at Victoria Manor in Lindsay on Friday, January 14, 2005. Annie RICHARDS, in her 84th year, was the beloved wife of Alan FROGGATT of Lindsay and dear mother of Anne DELUCA and her husband Carmen of Mississauga, and Alan FROGGATT and his wife Delores of Heidelberg, Ontario. Loving Nana of John, Glenn, Mark, Mike and Chris and seven great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her sister Dorothy and brothers William, James, Jack and George. Friends are invited to call at Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay on Tuesday, January 18th from 11: 30 a.m. until the time of funeral service in the chapel at 1: 30 p.m. Cremation with interment of remains later in England. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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FROHLICH o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-11-20 published
KIPP, Ivy (BROOME)
Peacefully at her home November 19th, 2005, Mrs. Ivy KIPP (BROOME,) of London, in her 94th year. Ivy was born in England and emigrated to Canada as an infant in 1912. She has also been a member of Forest City Baptist Church. Beloved wife of the late Charles KIPP. Special aunt to Bill BROOME (Mary), Dorothy TUROW and June FROHLICH. Dear sister-in-law to Reverend Fred HOWARD. Ivy will be missed by several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Chris, Bert and Bill and sisters Margaret, Nellie and Eva. Visitation will be in the Lloyd R. Needham Funeral Chapel (520 Dundas St.) on Monday, November 21, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 2 p.m. under the auspices of Pastor Gordon LEGROW. Interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

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FROIO o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-08 published
ADDARIO, Antonio
It is with great sadness we, the family of Antonio ADDARIO, announce his peaceful death, on January, 5, 2005, surrounded by his wife and children. Beloved husband of 60 years to Angelina ADDARIO. Father of Rose GOSSELIN (Gerry), Stella LEVAY (Steve), Vincent (Lina), George (Catherine), and Daniel (Susan). Much loved grandfather of Kristina FROIO (Chris,) Daniel GOSSELIN, Derek and Ashley LEVAY, Anthony and Christopher ADDARIO, Jessica and Matthew ADDARIO, Adrienne and Camille ADDARIO. Playful great-grandfather to Julia Rayne FROIO. Brother of Angela (deceased,) Stella (deceased,) Elena and Palma (Italy,) Pasquale (deceased,) Natalina DIMEO, Sam and Mike ADDARIO, and Anna DIFRUSCIA. Our father was born in San Giorgio, Morgetto, Reggio Calabria on December 6, 1919. He was a Veteran of World War 2, having served in the Italian Air Force from 1940-1945. Friends are invited to call at J.J. Patterson and Sons Funeral Residence, 19 Young Street, Welland, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where a Vigil will be conducted at 3 p.m. Visitation will continue on Monday after 12 noon until proceeding to Saint Mary's Church where the Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1: 30 p.m. Rite of Committal at Pleasantview Mausoleum. As expressions of sympathy, our father requested donations be directed to Mother Teresa Missionaries of Charity for the poor. On-line memories and condolences at www.jjpatterson.caAs a memorial tributel be planted in Memory Woods. A tree grows - memories live.

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FROMA o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-29 published
VAN STEE, "Chris" Christian Joseph Marinus
Tragically on Wednesday, October 26, 2005, Mr. Christian Joseph Marinus VAN STEE of R.R.#3, Moorefield, in his 20th year. Beloved son of Nico and Marian (VERMUE) VAN STEE. Dear brother of Niek, Peter, and Marielle. Nephew of Adrie and Gemma VAN STEE of Moorefield, Corrie and Theo BLES of Varna, Marjolein and Adrie LUGTENBERG, Marian and Rinse FROMA, and Jos DEWULF, all of the Netherlands, Marlies and Alfons BLES of Watford, Corrie and Hans FLIPSEN of the Netherlands, and Koos and Nathalie VERMUE of Bayfield. Grandson of Nellie VAN STEE, and Cornelis and Truda VERMUE, all of the Netherlands. Predeceased by his grandfather Nicolaas VAN STEE and his aunt Jose DEWULF. Also sadly missed by many cousins and Friends. Chris was attending Ridgetown College because farming was in his heart. He was a graduate of Saint Mary's School in Hesson and St. Michael's High School in Stratford, and a parishioner of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Listowel. Visitation will be held at the Robert Trench Funeral Home, Listowel on Monday 2: 00-4:00 and 7: 00-9:00 p.m. with parish prayers at 9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Listowel on Tuesday, November 1st at 11: 00 a.m. Father Paul NICHOLSON officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. Online condolences may be left at www.roberttrenchfuneralhome.com

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FROMKIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-15 published
FROMKIN, Maxwell " MAC"
Peacefully at the age of 98 on Sunday, February 13, 2005 at Toronto. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia. Devoted father of Jerry and Peggy GRANT of Hollywood, Florida and Howard FROMKIN. Loving grandfather to Adam and Sharon FROMKIN of Jerusalem, Israel, Joshua FROMKIN of Jerusalem, Israel, Lisa GRANT, Marla GRANT, and Steven GRANT, all of Hollywood, Florida, and the late Gary GRANT. Loving great-grandfather of three, and to many nieces and nephews of Toronto and Florida. A pharmacist for many years, at the age of 88, he was considered to be Canada's oldest working pharmacist. We will miss his warm smile and his optimistic attitude. A graveside service will be held at Holy Blossom Memorial Park on Tuesday, February 15th at 1: 00 p.m. Ifdesired, memorial donations may be made to the Jewish Family and Child Service (416) 638-7800.

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FROMM o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-25 published
POLIMENI- RESIDE, Gladys
Passed away peacefully after complications from lung disease in her 81st year at the Milton District Hospital on Friday, June 24th 2005. Gladys POLIMENI- RESIDE, loving mother of Daryl RESIDE. Cherished grandmother of Travis and Logan RESIDE- FROMM. Dear step-mother of Brian, Janet, Susan and Lisa. Predeceased by her husband Michael POLIMENI. Family and Friends are invited to visit at the McKersie-Kocher Funeral Home 114 Main St. Milton 905-878-4452 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Monday. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 28th 2005 at 10: 00 a.m. at St. Paul's United Church, 123 Main St. Milton. Cremation to follow at Milton Evergreen Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to St. Paul's United Church or the Lung Association would be appreciated.

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FROMMHOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-04-19 published
HARTMAN, Donald Hubert
Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre, University Campus, on Monday, April 18, 2005, Donald Hubert, loving husband of the late Alice Marie (McCANN) HARTMAN, in his 77th year. Dear father of Jane VANLOON (Tony), John HARTMAN (Jane), Jim HARTMAN (Cindy), and Jerry HARTMAN (Sharon.) Dear grandfather of Melanie SCARROW (Rob), Paul VANLOON (Josie), Ben HARTMAN (Allison), Jay, Allison, Ed (Sheena,) Phil, Dan, Emily and Miranda HARTMAN. Dear great grandfather of Morgan, Ewan, Madison and Claire. Dear brother of Evelyn FLANAGAN (Leo), Joe HARTMAN (Jean), John HARTMAN (Mary), Rita FROMMHOLD (Rudy) and Paul HARTMAN. Predeceased by his brother Wally HARTMAN and his sister Pauline McCANN. Dear brother in law of Betty HARTMAN, Tom McCANN, Leona GLAVIN, and Clem McCANN (Joan). Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock. Funeral Mass at St. Patrick's Church, 377 Oakland Avenue, on Thursday morning at 10: 30 o'clock. Interment in St. Peter's Cemetery. Donations to Parkwood Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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FROMOWITZ o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-03 published
FROMOWITZ, Katie
In loving memory of Katie (Kay) FROMOWITZ on Wednesday, February 2, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Abe (Abba) FROMOWITZ. Dearest mother of Toby and Marvin MASKOWITZ, Michael and Marli FROMOWITZ, and Marilyn and the late Larry FROMOWITZ. Beloved sister of Bess GODFREY, Marge FOX, Fay MORRIS and the late Gerty FREEDMAN and Pearl MAISTER. Devoted and adored grandmother of Martin and Ziva MASKOWITZ, Debra and Len LIBMAN, Alyssa and Shaul ZOBARY, Brian MOSS, Ian and Randy, Tracy, Rebecca, Jesse, and Elliot FROMOWITZ, and beloved great-grandmother to Maital, Lee-at and Avi-ad MASKOWITZ, Zachary, Erez and Gili ZOBARY, Adeana and Jake LIBMAN, and Jake FROMOWITZ. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (2 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Thursday, February 3, 2005 at 3: 30 p.m. Interment Beth Tzedec Memorial Park. Shiva 42 Bridewell Crescent, Richmond Hill. Donations will be made to Israel through the Katie Fromowitz Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324.

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FROMSTEIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-05-05 published
RICHMOND, Dorothy S. (WILLIAMS)
Passed away peacefully at Mt. Sinai Hospital on May 4, 2005, just four days short of her 89th birthday. So many of us will miss her warm smile, her gentle ways and the feisty spirit that kept her going to the end. She is mourned by her children, Franklin and Terry RICHMOND and by their spouses, Milli RICHMOND and Doug WARD, whom she embraced as children of her own. She was the very proud grandmother of Laura and Julia RICHMOND, and of Sarah and Carley RICHMOND- WARD, and recently welcomed Julia's husband Stephen FROMSTEIN into the family. She is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Dorothy shared her life for more than 35 years with her beloved husband, Eddie, who died in 1982. Dorothy was also predeceased by her sisters, Carlotta and Helen, and by her brothers, Mac, Leonard and Murray. Her children are grateful for the kindness and devotion many have shown Dorothy in recent years
among them: Dr. Edward FELDMAN, who brought to her bedside remarkable understanding and skill for over fifty years; her nephews, Dr. Herb TANZER and Dr. Les RICHMOND, who so kindly attended at her bedside in recent years; and finally her extraordinary care givers Magdalena LINGBANAN and Helen ANDRES who helped ease Dorothy through her last years with grace and dignity. Dorothy's family also wishes to thank the staff at Mt. Sinai Hospital. Funeral Service at Beth Tzedec Synagogue, 1700 Bathurst Street (Bathurst south of Eglinton) on Friday, May 6, 2005 at 12: 00 noon. Interment at Beth Tzedec Memorial Park. Shiva at Granite Place, 63 St. Clair Avenue West, #1505. Memorial donations may be made to the Edward I. and Dorothy S. Richmond Endowment Fund c/o Mt. Sinai Hospital Foundation, 416- 586-8290.

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FROMSTEIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-07-19 published
CANTER, Elaine
77 of Verona, New Jersey on July 11, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Seymour, devoted mother of Amy CANTER and Michael FROMSTEIN, Peter and Kassie. Inseparable sister of Rita and Jack NADLER. Nana to Than, Lizzy, David and Maya. Favourite aunt. Friend to many.

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FROMSTEIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-20 published
SHIMMERMAN, Joseph
On June 19, 2005 at Baycrest Hospital. Joseph SHIMMERMAN, beloved husband of the late Leah SHIMMERMAN. Loving father and father-in-law of Joan ROSS and Carl MASCOTT, Alan SHIMMERMAN and Melissa HAWCO, and Ryna and Jerry MILLER. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Pearl and the late Harry FROMSTEIN, Anne and Itcha KERBEL, Toby and Zisha ROCKFELD, Sam and Mary SHIMMERMAN, Max and Rosie SHIMMERMAN, and Tzivia and Harry TOBIN. Devoted grandfather of Marla and Rob, Shawna and Marvin, Tara and Marc, Ruth and Ian, Daniel and Pam, Jeremy and Emily, Jessica, Jacob, and Michael. Devoted great-grandfather of 14. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Ave. W. (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Monday, June 20, 2005 at 1: 30 p.m. Interment The New Yorker Section of Dawes Road Cemetery. Shiva at 4 Deer Park Crescent P.H. A buzz code 54. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, Ontario M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324.

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FROMSTEIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-09-04 published
CRANDALL, Florence
On Friday, September 2, 2005 at Baycrest Hospital. Florence CRANDALL beloved wife of the late Maurice CRANDALL. Loving mother and mother-in-law of John and Anne, and Allen and Cherylanne. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Aaron and Marci FROMSTEIN, Elsie ABLESER, Selma TAILOR/TAYLOR- JOSEPH and Lionel JOSEPH, and Sylvia and the late Hyman FROMSTEIN. Devoted grandmother of Tim and Tammy, Matthew, Melissa and Sean LONG, Joey, Lacey, Lisa and Eli COHEN, Jason, Scott, Mark, and Brandon, and great-grandmother of 5. She will be missed by her many nieces and nephews. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Ave. West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Sunday, September 4, 2005 at 10: 00 a.m. Interment Kiever Podolnier Section of Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park. Shiva 454 Coldstream Ave. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 1-888-939-3333 and Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, 416- 922-6065.

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FRONETA o@ca.on.manitoulin.howland.little_current.manitoulin_expositor 2005-02-09 published
Liana Mary (née GLASS) BEACH
In loving memory of Liana Mary (née GLASS) BEACH who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, Thursday, February 3, 2005.
Liana was a loving mother and best friend to her children and to all who had the pleasure of knowing her and shared her joy of cooking. You just didn't eat with Liana, you spent time which made heartwarming memories. Liana shared her life being involved with many worthy causes. Always a generous and caring woman whose life has touched many. Her life's philosophy was to be a selfless and caring person, always putting others ahead of herself. Liana sadly leaves behind her two precious children Christopher and Alisha BEACH and their father Larry BEACH. Her immediate family all share in this untimely loss. Susan GLASS, John GLASS Junior Peter GLASS (wife Sherry) and Joanne FRONETA and nieces and nephews Sarah, Michael, Hughy, Emilio and Dominica. At Liana's request, private Family Funeral Prayers were held at the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch St. Sudbury on Monday, February 7th, 2005. Cremation. No public visitation.

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FROOK o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-03-16 published
FROOK, Douglas B.
In Canisteo, New York on Friday, March 11th, 2005. Douglas B. FROOK, 59, of Canisteo, New York and formerly of Owen Sound. Doug was born February 4, 1946 in Owen Sound, son of Elmer and Grace (SUBJECT) FROOK. He had lived in Canisteo, New York for over twenty years and was employed by A.L. Blades and Sons Construction Company of Hornell, New York. Beloved husband of Connie FROOK of Canisteo, New York. Dear father of Jennifer (Sean) SCOTT of Owen Sound and Stepfather of Dawn BELL of Florida. Lovingly remembered by his four grandchildren, Cameron and Connor SCOTT and Kala and Kassi BELL. Brother of Robert (Carole) FROOK, Larry (Elaine) FROOK and Nancy FROOK (Larry QUESNEL) all of Owen Sound. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to the Tannahill Funeral Home, 376-3710 for visiting on Thursday evening from 7: 00 To 9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, March 18th at 11: 00 a.m., with Doctor Brad CLARK officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Georgian Bluffs, Ontario. As expressions of sympathy, the family would appreciate memorial donations to the Crescent Athletic Club or the Children's Breakfast Club Program. Messages of condolence for the family are welcome at www.tannahill.com
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FROSAINT_D o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-02 published
FROST, Evelyn▼ " Evie▼"
Long-time active member of the Church of the Redeemer, Rosseau. Passed away peacefully, at Parry Sound on Monday, January 31, 2005, age 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Allan FROSAINT_Dear mother of Anne STEVENS of Parry Sound; Dorrie WHITEHOUSE (husband the late Ron); Ted and his wife Charlene of Massey; Betsy and her husband Bob ALLAN of Horseshoe Lake. Loving "Nana" of Jennifer and Jim; Steve, Fred, and Les; Melanie, Kim, and Christine; Bobbi and Sarah; and loving great "Nana" of Candace, Cara, Jordan, Elyse, Cody, Casey, Isaac, Jacob, Taylor, Ryan, and Jessica. Dear sister of the late Edna ELLIOT/ELLIOTT and Lillian ASHLEY. Fondly▼ remembered by her nieces, nephews, other relatives, and Friends. Resting in the Church of the Redeemer, Rosseau where family will receive visitors on Thursday, February 3rd between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the Church on Friday, February 4th at 11: 00 a.m. followed by a reception. Interment Hillcrest Mausoleum and Old English Cemetery in the spring. Donations to the Church of the Redeemer or the West Parry Sound Health Centre would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Logan Funeral Home, 81 James Street, Parry Sound (1-800-265-2218).

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FROST o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-03-30 published
LUMLEY, John BELL
(Proud member of the Owen Sound Sports Hall of Fame, Meaford Rod and Gun Club and had hockey and lacrosse careers spanning over 30 years.). Peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 29, 2005. John LUMLEY of Owen Sound in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Catherine "Kitty" LUMLEY (née MURRAY) for over 52 years. Dear father of Deborah and her husband Paul FROST, Brad and Jayne, all of Owen Sound, Kerrie LUMLEY of Toronto, Jamie and his wife Shelley, Shawn and his wife Molly all of Owen Sound and Crystal and Zeke MYLES of Toronto. Sadly missed by six grandchildren Paige, Brock, Brooke, Mariah, Ashley and Jordan. Also survived by a sister Beatrice FLANAGAN of Windsor and two brothers Bill of Huntsville and Robert of British Columbia. Predeceased by a daughter Leanne, a sister Margaret McKEE and his parents Bill and Islay LUMLEY. Friends are invited to the Tannahill Funeral Home (376-3710) for visiting on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday morning at 11 o'clock. Cremation, Flesherton Crematorium. Memorial donations to Owen Sound Minor Hockey would be appreciated. Messages of condolence for the family are welcome at www.tannahill.com.
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FROST o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-08-02 published
BROWN, Lionel James
Peacefully, at the Elizabeth Centre in Val Caron, on Saturday, July 30th, 2005. In his 88th year, Lionel James BROWN, the beloved husband of the late Evelyn Florence (née CORBETT.) Loving father of Bert BROWN and his wife Gail, of Hanmer. Proud grandfather of Sheri-Lynn and her husband, Nathan Sugeng Gerald William BROWN, and Kathie and her husband Barry FROST. Loving great-grandfather of three. Cherished brother of Katherine and her husband Lou ARNOTT. Predeceased by his son Tom and by his brother Harold. Lionel was the General Manager of the Great Lakes Elevator Company. Friends may call at the Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home on Tuesday from 3: 00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday morning at 11: 00 a.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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FROST o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-01 published
FROST, Annette
In loving memory of a dear friend, Annette FROST, who passed away February 1, 2004.
I miss you, Mavis.

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FROST o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-28 published
ELLIS, Deborah " Debby"
Peacefully, at her residence on Monday, June 27, 2005 with her family at her side after a long courageous battle with cancer, Deborah "Debby" ELLIS passed away in her 54th year. Beloved wife of Richard ELLIS. Loving mother of Steve FROST and his wife Michelle, Jennifer BOLTON and her husband Dennis, Jeff ELLIS and his wife Kim, Michael ELLIS. Devoted Nana of Stephen and Colin FROST, Jillian and Abby BOLTON and Keegan ELLIS. Also survived by her parents Muriel and Kevin TONER and many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. The family will receive Friends and relatives at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), London for visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be on Thursday, June 30, 2005 at 2 p.m. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In remembrance, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home 452-3770.

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FROST o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.collingwood.the_connection 2005-02-04 published
WILKINSON, Stephen
Suddenly taken from us on Friday, January 28th, 2005. Stephen WILKINSON of Barrie, in his 49th year. Loving and devoted father of Jordan and Nicholas WILKINSON. He will be dearly missed by Jane Edward (Gene MULLIGAN) of Ohio, U.S.A., cherished mother Harold-een WILKINSON- NICHOLSON (Darrell) of Arnprior, loving father Robert BATEMAN (Patsy) of Sudbury, twin sister Stephanie FRAZIER (Claude) of Sudbury and brothers Bartley BATEMAN of Sudbury and Scott BATEMAN of Calgary, Alberta. Will always be loved by Auntie Sharon and Uncle John THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON and cousins Debra HAMELIN (Jack,) Sandra COBURN, Johnna THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON (Jeff FROST,) and Julie MacDONALD (Bruce) all of Ottawa, dear friend Rupert BRONSDON (Eha) of Collingwood. Friends called at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, Clapperton and Worsley Streets, Barrie, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service was held in the chapel on Thursday, February 3rd, 2005. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Epilepsy Ontario, Ontario Special Olympics or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be forwarded through www.steckleygooderham.com
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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-01-18 published
DONEGAN, Evelyn▼ S.▼ (née FROST) (50+ Year Member of The Eastern Star)
Passed away peacefully at Versa Care, Rexdale on Saturday, January 15th 2005 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Jack (John). Much loved mother of Bernice and her husband Allister GRAHAM, and Shirley GAMBLES and her partner Junior HAGEDORN. Loving grandmother of Catherine (Matthew), Diane (Ron), Ian (Joy), Angela (Kevin), Sean (Wendy), and great-grandmother of Allison, Adam, Sydney, Nicole, Ryan, Kaytland, William and Nora. Dear sister of Irene and William and the late Albert, Dorothy and Richard. Special thanks to the staff at Versa Care for their kind care. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas Street West (between Islington and Kipling Aves.) for one hour prior to the Service in the Chapel on Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 1 p.m. Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-03-26 published
SMARDZ, Laura▼
On March 19, 2005, at St. Joseph's Health Centre, Elliot Lake, Ontario, in her 85th year. Beloved mother of Dr. Karolyn Smardz FROST and mother-in-law of Norman FROST. Step-grandmother▼ of Jason, Graham, Sara and James FROST. Aunt of Elizabeth ELLIOT/ELLIOTT. Predeceased▼ by her adored brother John ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (Bank▼ of Nova Scotia,▼) her mother Madeline ELLIOT/ELLIOTT, former husband Stanley SMARDZ and son-in-law R.M. Bruce HEYDING. Laura▼ was a remarkably gifted school teacher who worked with Special Needs children for many years at C.G. Fraser, Gledhill and Alexander Muir Public Schools (Toronto). She was much loved for her kind heart and commitment to the welfare of the little ones under her care.
The Gate of the Year
I said to the man
who stood at the gate of the year,
"Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown."
And he replied,
"Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God."
That shall be to you better than light and safer than a known way.
(Minnie Louise Haskins 1875-1957)
Friends may call at the Giffen-Mack "Danforth" Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 2570 Danforth Ave. (at Main St. subway) on Monday, March 28, 2005, from 5-8 p.m., also on Tuesday after 12 noon at Saint John's Norway Anglican Church (470 Woodbine Ave., corner of Woodbine and Kingston Rd.) until time of service at 1 p.m. Interment Saint John's Norway Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, if desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Toronto Humane Society.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-05-17 published
I Remember -- Patrick CARDY
By Anne FROST, Tuesday, May 17, 2005, Page S9
Anne FROST of Saskatoon writes about Patrick CARDY, whose obituary appeared on May 4.
I grew up in a small Northern Ontario town, with ritual piano lessons being my only exposure to classical music. These ended at the age of 14 at the request of my mother and my teacher! In my 30s, I offered to store a cousin's piano. Within a week of its arrival, I was back at lessons with a teacher who started me at the very beginning, following the Conservatory outline with exams at the Grade 6 and Grade 8 levels. In 1976, we moved to Ottawa and I continued my lessons. By now, I was at the Grade 9 level and a history credit was required. My teacher sent me to Carleton University to take Music 101. The professor was Patrick CARDY. It is no exaggeration to say that I owe my passion for classical music to him. With his great enthusiasm, he was the ideal person to introduce me to this new element in my life. After completing the Grade 9 exam, I gave my whole attention to pursuing a bachelor of music degree, which I completed in 1984. Since then, my life has been filled with the joy of classical music. I regret that I never thanked him properly.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-09-02 published
GROSSMAN, Allan, 1991 -- Died This Day
Friday, September 2, 2005, Page S7
Politician born in Toronto in 1911.
He first entered politics in 1951, winning a seat in the Ontario Legislature by a slim margin. Four years later, he defeated Communist incumbent Joseph SALSBERG in the St. Andrew riding, which he represented for 20 years until his retirement in 1975. As the first Jewish Conservative cabinet minister in Ontario, Mr. GROSSMAN held a number of portfolios, including trade, housing and revenue, under premiers Leslie FROST, John ROBARTS and William DAVIS. He was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Ottawa for his work as the minister of what is now called Correctional Services, but fought his greatest battle against his own government by vigorously resisting the Spadina expressway. The highway was slated to run through his riding and he fought hard against it. He was the father of Larry GROSSMAN, leader of the Ontario Tories from 1985 to 1987.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-10-29 published
John ARNUP, Lawyer And Judge (1911-2005)
Ontario Court of Appeal judge pioneered legal aid and was known for scrupulous integrity, writes Sandra MARTIN
By Sandra MARTIN, Saturday, October 29, 2005, Page S9
As a litigator, judge and advocate, John ARNUP spoke quietly, wrote eloquently and acted with integrity. He argued more than 50 cases in the Supreme Court of Canada, handed down 200 written judgments in his 15 years as a judge on the Ontario Court of Appeal, and pioneered universal legal aid in Ontario.
Eight years ago when the Ontario Legal Aid Plan was in danger of collapsing in the wake of Mike Harris's Common Sense Revolution, Mr. ARNUP, then 86, addressed his colleagues in a spontaneous speech that is still remembered for its persuasive eloquence. He expressed his abiding belief that providing legal assistance is a "matter of human rights and common decency." And then he rose to the charge. The government of Ontario seemed to "regard legal aid as equivalent to another form of welfare," he said. "And if welfare is going to be cut and public housing is going to be cut and health services are going to be cut, obviously legal aid is no different and it must be cut. This attitude has got to be fought on every front... I am going to stand on [the good ship Legal Aid] until it is rehabilitated or it goes down beneath the waters, but I am not going to give up."
John Douglas ARNUP was the eldest of six children of Jesse Henry ARNUP, a Toronto Methodist minister (who served as moderator of the United Church of Canada in 1945-46) and his wife Ella Maud (LEESON.)
He went to McMurrich Public School and Oakwood Collegiate Institute where, despite his slight frame and short stature, he excelled at basketball and hockey. He also edited the school magazine and was valedictorian of his graduating class.
Mr. ARNUP went on to Victoria College in the University of Toronto. A passion for playing bridge exacted an academic toll and he had to transfer out of honours. It was probably the last time in his life that he wasn't properly prepared for an examination. He majored in English and history, played softball, directed two musical productions and worked as feature editor of Acta Victoriana, the college paper, as well as sports editor of The Varsity.
He graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1932, followed by a law degree from Osgoode Hall in 1935, where he finished first in his class. He articled at Mason, Foulds, Davidson, Carter & Kellock (now Weir and Foulds) and was invited to join the firm after his call to the Ontario bar in 1935.
About this time he met Dora ULRICHSSEN, an executive assistant to the president of Lever Brothers. They were married on August 2, 1941, and eventually had four daughters, Judith, Carol, Katherine and Jane.
Historian Katherine ARNUP, a professor at Carleton University in Ottawa, told mourners at her father's memorial service how she and her sisters learned "the rules of evidence" around the dining room table. "We would engage in spirited discussions about politics and history -- arguments Dad always won, often by leaving the table to get the Encyclopedia Britannica, to substantiate his point. You learned never to fake it -- to know your facts and to let them speak for themselves."
Mr. ARNUP's poor eyesight made him eligible to serve in the armed forces during the Second World War. Instead, he worked as a civilian lawyer for the Wartime Prices and Trade Board.
He was named a King's Counsel in 1950, and became senior partner at Arnup, Foulds, Weir Boeckh and Morris in the mid-1950s, some 20 years after he had joined the firm. He had the earning power to help his younger brother Bill through medical school and to help his parents spend winters in Florida. He also acquired a 1939 Plymouth. This vehicle, which was the first car owned by any ARNUP, conveyed Friends and family to the cottage and newlyweds on honeymoons.
Allan McNiece AUSTIN, known to his Friends as "Bunny" or "Mac," arrived at the law firm as an articling student in 1952 and worked with Mr. ARNUP as a junior, an associate and a partner. In his eulogy, Mr. AUSTIN remarked: "Working for John was a pleasure because he was brighter than anybody else in the office, he worked harder than anybody else and his partners' meetings were infrequent, efficient and short."
As a lawyer, Mr. ARNUP had a quiet sense of humour and a sharp memory. During an examination for discovery 50 years ago, Mr. AUSTIN asked why a particular lawyer asked so many questions of fact. "That is his technique," replied Mr. ARNUP. "He turns over every stone on the beach." At trial, some two years later, the same lawyer was cross-examining the same witness. It was mid-afternoon and Mr. AUSTIN was suffering from the soporific effects of a good lunch. Poking him gently in the ribs, Mr. ARNUP whispered, " AUSTIN, wake up. He's getting to our part of the beach."
George FINLAYSON, now retired from the Court of Appeal, also worked for Mr. ARNUP as a junior in the mid-1950s. "He gave me a lot of responsibility and a lot of support and made sure I got credit for everything that I did. I found him a very good mentor."
He also acted against Mr. ARNUP many times over the years. "The nice thing about him was that he was always a gentleman. You didn't have to worry about him taking advantage of your inexperience," said Mr. FINLAYSON.
"He was a very straight-forward person. He laid his cards on the table and beat you on merit."
By the late 1950s, Mr. ARNUP was a leading counsel on just about any subject in civil law, known for the thoroughness of his research and the good sense and logic of his arguments, according to John MORDEN, another retired judge of the Court of Appeal.
They overlapped on the bench for seven years (from 1978-1985). "He was businesslike and courteous at all times. He had wide legal knowledge and he was efficient in conducting the hearings and circulating his judgments," said Mr. MORDEN. "It didn't matter what area of the law, he did whatever was required to get on top of it and to produce a very lucid, readable judgment. "
Mr. ARNUP also worked diligently on behalf of his profession. He was elected a bencher (or director) of the Law Society of Upper Canada (the governing body or Convocation of lawyers in Ontario) in 1952 and served as treasurer (the equivalent of president) from 1963-66. He had to step down when he was appointed a judge in 1970, but became active again as a life bencher when he retired from the court at 75.
"John ARNUP may have been the most effective treasurer the law society every had," according to Mr. FINLAYSON. Even as a bencher, he was very effective in resolving a conflict between the University of Toronto and the law society over who should be responsible for legal education -- the academy or the profession. "He got the parties together and got them to settle their differences and the law society stopped running its own law school and moved up to York University," said Mr. FINLAYSON.
His major achievement, however, was designing, negotiating and implementing a universal system of legal aid in Ontario. In his speech to Convocation in April of 1997, Mr. ARNUP remembered how it came about.
In the fall of 1963, shortly after he had become treasurer of the law society, he approached Fred CASS, then attorney-general of Ontario, and said: "We have a voluntary plan but it is not good enough.... If you put up the money, we will put up the people and we will run the plan, but you will always have somebody -- particularly from your financial department -- sitting with us and reporting to the government of the day."
A few days later, Mr. CASS and Mr. ARNUP went to see Leslie FROST, then premier of Ontario "and in succinct terms we put the proposition to him," said Mr. ARNUP. "He thought about it for about 15 seconds and he said: 'Go ahead.' "
After he retired from the bench, Mr. ARNUP wrote Middleton: The Beloved Judge, a biography of William Edward MIDDLETON , a former justice of the Supreme Court of Ontario. It was published by McClelland and Stewart in conjunction with the law society in 1988.
Mr. ARNUP remained in robust health well into his 90s, curling, participating as a bencher, and avidly following national and global affairs. The recipient of several honorary degrees, he was made an officer of the Order of Canada in 1989.
There were sorrows as well as accolades. Mrs. ARNUP suffered a brain aneurysm in 1990 and has been in ill health ever since. His daughter Carol died of cancer in 1997. Two years ago, Mr. ARNUP developed myelodysplastic syndrome, a bone-marrow disease that disrupts the production of blood cells.
The last comment Katherine ARNUP made in her eulogy was about how her father made his children feel safe. "You could always call on him for help, advice or wise counsel," she said.
Afterward, she realized that he made "everybody" feel safe. "You knew when John ARNUP was on the bench you were going to get a fair hearing and that legal aid was in good hands," she said yesterday. "He had old-fashioned qualities of decency and integrity."
John Douglas ARNUP was born in Toronto on May 24, 1911. He died on October 5. He was 94. He is survived by his wife, Dora, three daughters, four grandchildren and three siblings.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-09 published
Beland HONDERICH, Newspaper Publisher (1918-2005)
Micromanager changed the Toronto Star from a scoop-an-edition news sheet into an information-based vehicle for an emerging middle class, writes Sandra MARTIN
By Sandra MARTIN, Wednesday, November 9, 2005, Page S9
An outsider who joined the Toronto Star as a "wartime replacement," Beland (Bee) HONDERICH worked his way up through the newsroom to become editor, publisher and ultimately chairman of the board of the country's largest and most colourful city newspaper. Its archives can boast staff bylines belonging to Ernest Hemingway (he likened it to "serving in the Prussian army under a bad general"), Pierre Berton, Gordon Sinclair and Peter Newman.
A micromanager and a curmudgeon who was feared more than he was loved, he transformed and modernized the Star, built a legendary newsroom in the late 1950s and 1960s, fought and won a newspaper war with the now defunct Toronto Telegram, bought up its circulation lists and its fleet of community newspapers, crusaded in support of diversity, national unity and cultural nationalism, and acquired Harlequin Enterprises, for many years a substantial cash cow for Torstar Corp.
"He took a paper that mattered and turned it into a great newspaper. I think his impact on Canadian journalism and his craft was huge," said his son, John HONDERICH, himself a former editor and publisher of the Toronto Star and now a member of the board of directors of Torstar Corp.
He was hard to love, but easy to respect, said Peter NEWMAN, editor-in-chief from 1969 to 1971. "I was always impressed by his wisdom, his determination and his optimistic view of the Canadian future. Unlike most publishers, his ideology went way beyond the bottom line. He never really understood the Canada that stretched beyond the shadow of the C.N. Tower, but he loved the idea of this country."
Beland (Bee) Hugh HONDERICH was born in Baden (near Kitchener,) Ontario, one of six children of John William HONDERICH, a Mennonite postmaster and railway agent, and Rae Laura (ARMSTRONG,) a Presbyterian. Religion was a contentious and omnipresent factor, according to Mr. HONDERICH's youngest brother, philosopher Edgar (Ted) HONDERICH. His father liked unusual names. He called his eldest son Loine and he named his second son after a physician named Béland in Montreal.
During the Depression, the family home was sold at auction when the mortgage holder foreclosed. Beland left school after Grade 8 to help support the family and began working as the Baden correspondent for the Kitchener Record (now The Record) in 1935 at the age of 17.
He did well covering two big fires in his community and made the move to the Toronto Star as a wartime replacement in 1943, earning $35 a week. He had been rejected from the armed forces because he had poor eyesight and a bad ear. When he got to the Star, he was told "all the good men were away fighting" and warned that there wouldn't be a job for him when they came back.
Shy, private, and insecure -- the poorly educated country man in the big city -- he "always felt he had to work twice as hard," according to his son, John.
Mr. HONDERICH told the journalist Doug (now George) FETHERLING in a 1983 interview for Saturday Night magazine that "you produced or else," explaining that he covered two speeches a day, delivering a few facts and a couple of "punchy" quotes. "It left a deep impression on my mind... what people are interested in is information." This was a lesson he would apply when he had control of the paper.
Far from being dismissed when peace was declared, he was promoted to financial editor in 1945, named editor-in-chief a decade later and elected a director of the company in 1957.
The Toronto Star is a private business like other newspapers in Canada, but it is unusual in that it is owned by a group of families and it operates according to a set of principles established by the late Joseph ATKINSON Sr. He became editor in 1899, quickly turned the struggling newspaper around and soon acquired a controlling interest. In 1911, Harry C. HINDMARSH joined the paper. He became Mr. ATKINSON's lieutenant and his son-in-law. Together, they turned the newspaper into the home of "razzle-dazzle journalism," ordering saturation coverage of big stories and indulging in huge headlines, full-page pictures and wacky stunts. They also supported the Liberal Party and social-welfare issues such as mothers' allowances, unemployment insurance, old-age pensions, minimum wages and the rights of labour unions. The combination of Christian piety, free-wheeling Fabian socialism and popular journalism was good for circulation and advertising revenues. By 1913, the Star was Toronto's largest paper and Mr. ATKINSON was its controlling shareholder.
He died in 1948, leaving an estate of more than $8-million, putting the bulk of it, including the ownership of the paper, into the Atkinson Charitable Foundation, which he had established six years earlier. In his will, he directed that profits from the paper's operations were "for the promotion and maintenance of social, scientific and economic reforms which are charitable in nature, for the benefit of the people of the province of Ontario" and he stipulated that the paper could be sold only to people who shared his social views.
Mr. HINDMARSH became president of the five-person board established to govern the paper and carry out Mr. ATKINSON's wishes. However, the Ontario government, led by Conservative Leslie FROST, and rival newspapers, including The Globe and Mail and The Toronto Telegram, argued that the foundation was merely a device to avoid paying succession duties on Mr. ATKINSON's estate.
The FROST government passed a law forbidding charitable foundations from owning more than 10 per cent of a profit-making business. The Star was given seven years to sell its business interests, with the foundation's trustees, officers and directors allowed to buy them, subject to the approval of the Supreme Court of Canada.
While this wrangling was going on, Mr. HINDMARSH dropped dead of a heart attack on December 20, 1956. The new board of the Atkinson Foundation was made up of Joseph S. ATKINSON (son of the late Mr. ATKINSON,) his sister Ruth HINDMARSH (widow of Mr. HINDMARSH), Burnett THALL, William J. CAMPBELL and Mr. HONDERICH.
In 1958, after swearing before the Supreme Court that they would uphold the principles outlined in Mr. ATKINSON's will, they were allowed to buy the newspaper. They paid $25.5-million in a leveraged buyout, which Globe business columnist Eric REGULY has called "the steal of the century." They put down $1-million in cash and secured most of the rest by selling debt and preferred shares to the public.
Mr. HONDERICH, who had been editor for three years and on the board for one, had no family money or other resources to draw upon. He was living in a duplex with his wife and three children. "We had one couch and one chair," said his son John. "The Bank of Commerce virtually put up all the money, but the security was the shares of the largest newspaper in the country."
In addition, Mr. HONDERICH took a personal loan for his 15-per-cent share, helped by advice and references from accountant, cultural nationalist and later politician, Walter GORDON. Today, Torstar Corp., the media conglomerate that owns the Star, is worth about $1.7-billion.
As editor and then publisher, Mr. HONDERICH built the great Toronto Star newsroom of the late 1950s and 1960s. He transformed the paper from a flashy, scoop-an-edition news sheet into an information-based vehicle for columnists and critics. He quickly realized, according to journalist Val SEARS, that the real market in the postwar period lay in finding readers among the young middle class in the suburbs who were moving up through the social strata.
They wanted context and information, not just headlines. Ron HAGGART worked as a columnist for the Star in the sixties. Mr. HONDERICH had the right ideas about how to change the Star, which was a stodgy, old-fashioned paper, according to Mr. HAGGART. "It was still a paper that believed the most recent event deserved a headline because it had happened in the last hour."
Among the stable of writers and editors Mr. HONDERICH enlisted or celebrated were: Pierre Berton as a daily columnist, Charles Templeton as managing editor, Nathan Cohen as drama critic, Milt Dunnell on sports, Gwyn (Jocko) Thomas on crime and Peter NEWMAN as Ottawa editor and editor-in-chief.
He loved to hire people, said journalist Robert FULFORD, who worked for the Star twice (from 1958 to 1962 and from 1964 to 1968), but he quickly grew bored with them. Managing editors were a notoriously endangered species, according to Mr. FULFORD, who once joked that after more than two years on the job, managing editors took on the look of "hunted animals." When he was having trouble sleeping at night, police reporter Jocko Thomas was said to recite the names of the more than 40 city editors who served during his long career at the paper.
Mr. NEWMAN spent seven years at the Star, leaving in 1971 in "frustration because [Mr. HONDERICH] was always stone-cold certain about what he didn't want, but not good at suggesting practical options."
He could be a bully. "He wasn't a particularly big man, but he looked big to his employees. He tended to tower," said Mr. SEARS, who worked for Mr. HONDERICH for about 25 years in a number of capacities, including Ottawa bureau chief and Washington correspondent. "He spoke low, but he made his position very clear. On the other hand, he was certainly the best publisher I ever worked for because he knew what he wanted and he would back you up."
Saying that he and Mr. HONDERICH fought a lot, especially when he was editor of the editorial page, Mr. SEARS said he always thought it was a mistake to try to outguess his boss. Mr. HONDERICH seemed aware of his power. "He once said to me, 'If I walk through that newsroom and I say to someone it is a nice day, by the final edition I have two full pages on the weather," said Mr. SEARS.
Stories abound about Mr. HONDERICH's tendency to micromanage. When he was editor, he behaved as though he was the publisher and when he became publisher and president in 1966, "he acted as though he owned the paper outright," Mr. FULFORD said.
Staffers were obsessed with anticipating his wishes, often with bizarre results. Somebody heard that "Bee" believed that a colour photograph had to have red in it, so Star photographers took to stowing red jackets in their cars and asking people to put them on before snapping their pictures, or so the story goes.
"Bee had a phobia about accompanying each picture in his paper with explanatory cutlines," recalled Mr. NEWMAN. "I got hell once for running an illustration of Gina Lollobrigida, the Italian film star, standing beside a male dwarf, because I had left out the 'left' and 'right' identifications."
During his years at the newspaper, Mr. HONDERICH oversaw the introduction of colour, the shift from an afternoon to a morning paper, a Sunday edition and the appointment of the first ombudsman at any paper in Canada. He was also a driving force behind the establishment of the Ontario Press Council. In 1976, he was appointed chairman and chief executive officer of Torstar Corp. He continued to serve as publisher until September, 1988.
Mr. HONDERICH married three times. His and his first wife Florence divorced in 1962. He married Agnes KING in 1968. Star legend has it that he called the paper from the airport as he and his bride were leaving on their honeymoon and asked for the front page to be read to him. She died of cancer in 1999 after a long and painful illness. "He was amazingly diligent in the way he cared for her," said his son John.
That same year he became engaged to Rina WHELAN, a widow he had met many years before (when both were married to other people) in the barbershop of the Hotel Vancouver, where she worked as a manicurist. "This is one of the great love stories," John HONDERICH said, "I have had the honour of standing up for him at two of his three weddings."
The HONDERICHs lived in the penthouse of La Carina (Rina's House,) a condominium she had developed and built on English Bay. "He was a wealthy man and she was a wealthy woman," commented Mr. HONDERICH's brother Ted, "and so both were under suspicion of being gold diggers."
Mr. HONDERICH became more left wing in his politics as he became older, said his brother. "All newspaper publishers are accused of being ruthless, but actually they are activists," he said. "They want to make things happen and they don't like things hanging on in an indecisive way."
Beland Hugh HONDERICH was born on November 25, 1918, in Baden, Ontario. He died yesterday in St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver after a massive stroke. He was 86. He is survived by his first wife Florence, his third wife Rina, three children, six grandchildren and one brother.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-18 published
DONEGAN, Evelyn▲ S.▲ (née FROST)
(50 plus year Member of The Eastern Star). Passed away peacefully at Versa Care, Rexdale on Saturday, January 15th, 2005, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Jack (John). Much loved mother of Bernice and her husband Allister GRAHAM, and Shirley GAMBLES and her partner Junior HAGEDORN. Loving grandmother of Catherine (Matthew), Diane (Ron), Ian (Joy), Angela (Kevin), Sean (Wendy), and great-grandmother of Allison, Adam, Sydney, Nicole, Ryan, Katyland, William and Nora. Dear sister of Irene and William and the late Albert, Dorothy and Richard. Special thanks to the staff at Versa Care for their kind care. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas Street West (between Islington and Kipling Aves.) for one hour prior to the Service in the Chapel on Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 1 p.m. Interment Glendale Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-02 published
FROST, Evelyn▲ " Evie▲"
Long-time active member of the Church of the Redeemer, Rosseau. Passed away peacefully, at Parry Sound on Monday, January 31, 2005, age 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Allan FROSAINT_Dear mother of Anne STEVENS of Parry Sound; Dorrie WHITEHOUSE (husband the late Ron); Ted and his wife Charlene of Massey; Betsy and her husband Bob ALLAN of Horseshoe Lake. Loving "Nana" of Jennifer and Jim; Steve, Fred, and Les; Melanie, Kim, and Christine; Bobbi and Sarah; and loving great "Nana" of Candace, Cara, Jordan, Elyse, Cody, Casey, Isaac, Jacob, Taylor, Ryan, and Jessica. Dear sister of the late Edna ELLIOT/ELLIOTT and Lillian ASHLEY. Fondly▲ remembered by her nieces, nephews, other relatives, and Friends. Resting in the Church of the Redeemer, Rosseau where family will receive visitors on Thursday, February 3rd between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the Church on Friday, February 4th at 11: 00 a.m. followed by a reception. Interment Hillcrest Mausoleum and Old English Cemetery in the spring. Donations to the Church of the Redeemer or the West Parry Sound Health Centre would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Logan Funeral Home, 81 James Street, Parry Sound (1-800-265-2218).

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-08 published
FROST, David▼ Robert
Family and Friends reflect with love, gratitude and sadness on the life and loss of David Robert FROST, who passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 6th, 2005 at Scarborough General Hospital. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Carole, Cindy and Abi, Sandra and Michael and many loving relatives and Friends. Family and Friends may gather at Highland Funeral Home, 3280 Sheppard Avenue East (416-773-0933) on Wednesday, February 9th from 5-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Thursday, February 10th at St. Aidan's Catholic Church, 3501 Finch Avenue East (Finch and Birchmount) with a special viewing at 10: 30 a.m. and funeral service and mass at 11: 00 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. When those we love have stepped across the threshold of God's love, they leave behind those memories which make us love them more.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-28 published
BANKS, Anna Frances (née FORBES)
Died at the Toronto East General Hospital, on Saturday, February 26, 2005, in her 96th year. Loving wife of the late Hugh. Beloved mother to Barbara CLOUGH, Donald and his wife Phyllis, and Edward (predeceased) and his wife Noreen. Remembered by her 5 grandchildren, Cindy, Carol, Martin, Michelle, and Brian, and 5 great-grandchildren. Will be sadly missed by her brothers and sisters in Canada and the United Kingdom, Sarah BANKS, Bridget BOLTON, William FORBES and his wife Mary, Ellen and Edward FORBES. Predeceased by her brothers Hugh, John, and Patrick, and her sisters Elizabeth WELSH, Mary (Minnie) O'HAGAN, and Rose FROST. Former employee of the Ontario Jockey Club. Friends will be received at the Sherrin Funeral Home, 873 Kingston Road (west of Victoria Park Ave.), Toronto (416-698-2861), on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of the funeral home on Thursday at 11 a.m. Reception after service. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations may be made to the Toronto Humane Society or the War Amps of Canada and would be greatly appreciated by the family.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-18 published
BARON, Isabel Dolina (MacKAY)
After a brief illness at North Bay General Hospital on Wednesday, March 16, 2005, in her 90th year. Isabel (MacKAY) of Powassan, and formerly of Weston, loving wife of the late Thomas BARON and dear sister of Anne JONES of Peterborough, Lybison and Alec MacKAY of Inverness, Nova Scotia. Predeceased by her siblings Mary FROST, Evelyn SKINNER, Nelson, Jack, and Dan MacKAY. Aunt Isabel will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. A special thanks to Larry and Linda ELLERY and family and her other dear Friends and neighbours for their caring and kindness. Immediate cremation will be followed by a Memorial Service on Saturday, April 16, 2005 at the Paul Funeral Home in Powassan (705-724-2024). If desired, donations may be made in Isabel's memory to the charity of your choice.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-26 published
SMARDZ, Laura▲
On March 19, 2005 at St. Joseph's Health Centre - Elliot Lake, Ontario, in her 85th year. Beloved mother of Dr. Karolyn Smardz FROST and mother-in-law of Norman FROST. Step-grandmother▲ of Jason, Graham, Sara and James FROST. Aunt of Elizabeth ELLIOT/ELLIOTT. Predeceased▲ by her adored brother John ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (Bank▲ of Nova Scotia,▲) her mother Madeline ELLIOT/ELLIOTT, former husband Stanley SMARDZ and son-in-law R.M. Bruce HEYDING. Laura▲ was a remarkably gifted school teacher who worked with Special Needs children for many years at C.G. Fraser, Gledhill and Alexander Muir Public Schools (Toronto). She was much loved for her kind heart and commitment to the welfare of the little ones under her care. The Gate of the Year I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year "Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown." And he replied, "Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God." That shall be to you better than light and safer than a known way. (Minnie Louise Haskins, 1875-1957) Friends may call at the Giffen-Mack "Danforth" Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 2570 Danforth Ave. (at Main St. Subway) on Monday, March 28, 2005 from 5-8 p.m., also on Tuesday after 12 noon at Saint John's Norway Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. (corner of Woodbine and Kingston Rd.) until time of service at 1 p.m. Interment Saint John's Norway Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, if desired, the family would appreciated donations to the Toronto Humane Society.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-01 published
FROST, George MacMillan
Surrounded by people who love him, Mac passed away on March 30th, 2005. Born in Toronto on February 24, 1922, George MacMillan FROST, graduated from St. Andrew's College in Aurora in 1939 and attended McGill University in Montreal before signing up to become a pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force Coastal Command in World War 2. Mac, or "Monk" as his young comrades liked to call him, flew Sunderlands over the English Channel, returning to Toronto at the end of 1945. After a few years in other business endeavours, Mac became involved in the golf business by purchasing, along with his father George V. FROST, and a cousin, Art BAMFORD, the Cedar Brae Golf and Country Club, located South of Lawrence and Markham Rd. in Scarborough. He went on to build and operate, a "new" Cedar Brae on Steeles Ave. E., Parkview G.C., and Brookwood G.C. Mac and his wife Beth, then independent from his former partners, carried on to build and operate Spring Lakes G.C. in Stouffville. Mac went on to build yet another course, Vespra Hills G.C. near Barrie on Beth's family farm. Over the years, Mac has served as the President of the Ontario Branch of the Club Managers Association in 1966; Lt. Governor of the Ontario-Quebec-Maritime region of Kiwanis International in 1968. He has been a charter member of Markham Men of Harmony (Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America Inc.) since 1966 and was inducted into the Harmony Hall of Fame in 1988. Mac enjoyed curling at the Unionville Curling Club for a number of years, becoming a Life Member of the Decaders Club of the Quebec International Bonspiel. He became a member of the Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseur in 1965 and became Commandeur in 1997. Mac was a member of the Ontario Golf Course Superintendents Association; the Canadian Golf Course Superintendents Association, from whom he received the John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award in 1993; and the American Golf Course Operators Association. He was the First President of the National Golf Course Owners Association, Central Ontario Chapter. Mac served the Royal Canadian Golf Association as a Governor, an Honorary Governor, and then an Associate Governor. In 1998 he received an award for long, meritorious service to golf awarded by the R.C.G.A. Mac enjoyed playing in the Canadian Open ProAm for many years since 1984, and had his daughter join him on the team for the last 7 ProAms he played in. Mac was a member of the Turfgrass Research Foundation, and a founding sponsor of the "G.M. Frost Building" for Turfgrass Research at Guelph University in Ontario. Mac, along with his wife Beth, has been an ardent supporter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation since its inception and was honoured at the International Conference of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in Washington, D.C. He supported and sat on the board of the Markham-Stouffville Hospital Foundation for more than ten years. He has served on the Board of the Management Institute of Canada, and in 1972, as well as more recently, has served on committees to negotiate for tax reform for the golf industry. Last but not least, he is to be inducted into the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame in May this year in the "builder" category, to honour his contributions to the game of golf in Ontario. Mac FROST brought his generosity, integrity, intelligence and his sense of humour into so many lives in a great variety of endeavours. He will be remembered with respect and affection. Mac leaves his beloved wife and loyal partner in life of the last 54 years, Beth FROST, his daughter, Cinder WARREN and her husband Martyn, and his grand_son Jason HAMMOND, as well as other dear Friends and relations. Visitation will be held at Spring Lakes Golf Club (Hwy. 48 and Stouffville Rd.) on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, from 2: 00-5:00 p.m., and a Celebration of Life will take place at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 143 Main Street North, Markham, Ontario on Monday at 2 p.m. Following the service, he will be laid to rest near his son, Robert, at the Markham St. Andrew's Cemetery. If desired, in lieu of flo

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-14 published
PRATT, Melville Finten " Bud"
Died suddenly, at his home, on March 25th, 2005, at age 79. Beloved husband of the late Hazel (ANDERSON) PRATT, R.N., of Seaforth, Ontario. He leaves his dear sister Beth FROST, his brother-in-law, G. "Mac" FROST, also recently departed (March 30th.) Loving uncle to his niece Cinder WARREN, nephew, the late Robert G. FROST, and his great-nephew Jason HAMMOND. There will be a Celebration of his Life at Midhurst United Church, on April 19th, at 1: 30 p.m., followed by burial in the family plot at Barrie Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, or charity of your choice.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-19 published
BROWNE, Faye " Edna" (née SPINNEY)
Of Dayton, Nova Scotia, passed away in Yarmouth Regional Hospital, June 17, 2005, following a brief illness. Born in Argyle Sound, Yarmouth County, she was a daughter of the late Annette SAULNIER, formerly FROST, formerly SPINNEY, née BUSHELL and Hugh T. SPINNEY. Faye graduated from Concordia University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Faye moved back to Yarmouth in 1990 and has been a member of the Yarmouth Art Society and involved with the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. She is survived by daughter Cheryl Faye BROWNE, Yarmouth; son Alan Harold BROWNE, Lorraine, Quebec brother Hugh Thorburn SPINNEY, New Hampshire and Florida; grand_son Gregory AVERTY- BROWNE, Lorraine, Quebec. Faye was predeceased by husband Alan M. BROWNE, and sister Audrey Louise WOOD. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 29, at 10 a.m. in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Yarmouth, Father Mac Ellis officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Argyle. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Online condolences Sweenys@ca.ns.aliantzinc.ca Faye will be fondly remembered by her children, grandchildren and Friends as an irrepressible optimist willing to persevere to see good things done. She expressed herself through painting and living a simple life full of good Friends near and far. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a local arts program for young people in your area.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-29 published
FROST, Richard Matthew
After a courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Richard Matthew FROST at Princess Margaret Hospital on June 28, 2005. Matthew was the beloved husband of Lorena (SWANSON,) cherished son of Richard and Nancy, dear brother of Jonathan and Carolyn (Jeff). Matthew was born in Hamilton, but spent most of his youthful years in Brampton. In 1989 he moved with his family to Winnipeg, where he attended Kelvin High School followed by graduation from University of Manitoba in 1994 (Political Studies) and 1998 (Recreation Studies). Matthew loved sports in any form. Throughout his life, he played hockey, baseball, golf, football and swam competitively. Always a passionate sports fan, he spent his professional life doing what he loved best - working first for the Manitoba Moose and then for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matthew was full of dreams and aspirations with plans to ultimately build a career in sports journalism. He also took great pride in his wife Lorena and was able to celebrate the completion of her requirements for the C.M.A. designation a few days before he died. In the words of his brother, Matt's life was filled with love, success and the companionship of great Friends. It's not the story that's sad, just the ending. Matthew will be missed by his grandfather and wife, Walter and Helen ALLUM and his grandmother, Agnes FROST. Matthew was loved by his many aunts, uncles and cousins, particularly, Ryan and Sean JACKSON. Matthew was predeceased by his grandfather, Lorne FROST. We thank our family, many Friends, and Matt's colleagues for their support over the past 5 months. We want to also acknowledge the effort by the medical professionals at Princess Margaret Hospital. The funeral service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church in Dundas on Thursday, June 30 - visiting beginning at 11: 00 a.m. and service at 1:00 p.m. (Arrangements by Cattel, Eaton and Chambers). In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Matthew FROST Sports Fund at The Winnipeg Foundation, 1350 One Lombard Place, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 0X3. A celebration of Matthew's life will be held in Winnipeg the following week. To the world he was one; to us he was the world.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-03 published
FROST, Bruce " Wink" Kenneth
Passed away on Tuesday, November 1st, 2005 surrounded by his family. He will be sadly missed by his wife Dorienne, their four children Donna, Jim, Linda and her husband Mike, Bill and his wife Roxane, their seven grandchildren Jason and his wife Cecilia, Christopher, Brock, Jamie, Willow, Bruce and Jordan, their great-grandchild Zachary and a special niece Barbie. Funeral Service will be held at the Ward Funeral Home, Weston Chapel, 2035 Weston Road on Saturday, November 5th, 2005 at 4 p.m. Family will receive Friends prior to the Service from 2-4 p.m. If desired, remembrances may be made to the Hospital for Sick Children or a charity of choice, in lieu of flowers.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-08 published
FROST, William " Bill" Alden Ebenezer
In hospital at Carleton Place, Ontario on Sunday, November 6, 2005 in his 87th year, Loving husband of Mary Elizabeth "Betty" for 61 years. Father of David (Donna,) Carol MURRAY, Donna PALARDI (Ken,) Joanne FROST (David▲ PEAKE,) and Catherine DALZIEL (Robert.) Grandfather of Lauren, Kristen and Michael FROST, Ryan, Scott and Robert MURRAY, Elizabeth FROST, Bronwyn and David DALZIEL. Great-grandfather of Hayle MURRAY. Survived by his sister Marion EDISON. Predeceased by his sister Carol McSHANE. Friends may call at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, Ontario on Thursday from 12 noon until time of memorial service to be held in the chapel at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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FROST o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-10 published
WACHTEL, Frida
On Wednesday, November 9, 2005 at North York General Hospital. Frida WACHTEL, beloved wife of the late Charles WACHTEL. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Marsha and George DWOSH, Jack and Linda, and Susan and Henry SMITH. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Henia and Elias GEFEN, Meyer and Chaya GARTEN, Esther of Israel, and the late Shifra and Moshe FROST, and Mania and Meyer GITTER. Devoted grandmother of Jeffrey and Dayna SWITZER, Steven and Dayna SWITZER, Michael and Lauren SWITZER, Jennifer and Arie FLEISCHER, Adam and Melissa, Jason and Michelle, Shawn and Moshe TSHERNA, Lisa and Derek FRANKFORT, and Carl SMITH. Devoted great-grandmother of Jacob, Leah, Maya, Riley, Ashley, Emily, Ryan, Jared, Jordan, Corey, Haylie, Madison, Taylor, and Julia. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Thursday, November 10, 2005 at 1: 00 p.m. Interment Beth David B'nai Israel section of Dawes Road Cemetery. Shiva 10 Nathan Court, Thornhill. If desired, donations may be made to the Frida Wachtel Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324.

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FROTTEN o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-11-18 published
OSBORNE, James Lionel
At Summit Place, Owen Sound on Saturday, November 12th, 2005. James Lionel OSBORNE, of Owen Sound and formerly of Thornbury in his 74th year. Sadly missed by his daughters, Judy (Victor) FROTTEN, of Owen Sound and Valerie DINSMORE, of Toronto, his sons, Kevin and Brian OSBORNE, of Toronto and numerous grandchildren. Also survived by his sister Fern (Ray) HOWSON, of Georgetown, his brother Bruce (Betty) OSBORNE, of Thornbury and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Owen Sound on Monday, November 21st, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. with Reverend Ted CREEN officiating. Interment Rob Roy Cemetery. Memorial donations to the G.B.R.H.C. Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services 371-8507.
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FROUD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-11-14 published
TAIT/TAITE/TATE, Josephine Marie " Jody" (née WHITE/WHYTE)
Peacefully, surrounded by her loving daughters, at Bluewater Health, C.E.E., Site, Petrolia, on Saturday, November 12, 2005. Josephine Marie "Jody" TAIT/TAITE/TATE (née WHITE/WHYTE) of Petrolia, in her 91st year. Predeceased by her husband, Francis (1986), daughter, Elizabeth THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON (1976,) son Robert (1996) and a granddaughter, Laura FROUD (1996.) Also predeceased by her parents Concetta SABATINO and Patrick BIANCO (White,) her sisters, Isabelle DEVER, Marguerite QUACKENBUSH, Anne MERKLEY and brother Dominic WHITE/WHYTE. Loving mother to Diane and Robin CREEDEN of Peterborough, Patricia and John FROUD of Saint Marys and Mary Jo and Barry EDGAR of Petrolia. Also survived by her son-in-law, Delmar THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON and his wife Karen of Petrolia and her daughter-in-law Pat Tait MITRO and her husband Matt of Sarnia. Also survived by her grandchildren, Jennifer, Paul (Jennifer) and Leslie CREEDEN, Heather, Jeffrey and Jason THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON, Geordie and Melissa (Mark) TAIT/TAITE/TATE, Julie (Sean), Matthew and Janet FROUD, Christopher (Danielle), Gregory, Scott and Lindsay EDGAR and her great-grandchildren, Abigail and Jacob CREEDEN. Mrs. TAIT/TAITE/TATE was a lifetime member of St. Philip's C.W.L. Jody was endeared to many, young and old, through her presence and her kindness. Remembered by many for her commitment to family and community. Visitors will be received on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where prayers will be offered at 8: 30 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Philip's Church, Petrolia, on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wyoming. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation of Lambton County Developmental Services. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.needhamjay.com

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FROUDE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-26 published
FROUDE, Selby Bruce
Born in Grand Falls, Newfoundland, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2005 at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, ending his long battle at the young age of 59. Selby FROUDE, devoted husband of Winnie (née STUCKLESS) and wonderful father to Danna (Jamie), Sharrline (Joe), Janice (Brian), Bruce (Jasmine) and Peter (Leslie Anne). Adoring Poppy to Tony, Myles, A.J., Jake, Joshua, William and Riley. son of the late Maria (née IVANY) and Allan Bert FROUDE. Loving brother to Marie, Norma, Louise, Lewis, Betty, Frank, Joan, Munden, Maxine, Lloyd, Dennis, Jean and Wallace. Selby will be missed by many other family members and Friends. Friends may call at the Scott Funeral Home - Brampton Chapel, 289 Main St. N., Brampton (905-451-1100) on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to be held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 2: 30 p.m. followed by cremation. A reception will be held following the service in the Caledon Lounge of the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Our skipper has gone home to fish on his dory and stomp to his music.

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FROUDE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-14 published
FROUDE, Antonio " Tony" Allan Marshall
Born in Brampton, Ontario on October 3, 1984. Died tragically in an auto collision on Monday, December 12th, 2005, ending his short life at the young age of 21. Tony FROUDE, loving son of Sharrline FROUDE (Joe PACHECO), Herminio CORREIA (Marcia RESENDES) and caring brother to Arthur (A.J.) CORREIA. Loving boyfriend to Chantelle DIAS. Grandson to Winnie and the late Selby (Poppy) FROUDE, Idalino and Adrania CORREIA. Great-nephew to Gloria DACOSTA. Beloved step-brother of Cliff, Dillon, Sara, Priscilla and Justine. Loving nephew to Danna (Jamie), Janice (Brian), Bruce (Jasmin), Peter (Leslie Anne) and the late Arthur CORREIA. Cousin of Myles, Jake, Joshua, William and Riley. He will also be missed by many close and dear Friends. Friends may call the Scott Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel", 289 Main St. N., Brampton (905) 451-1100 on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, December 16, 2005 at 10 a.m., followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. As in life Tony was always there for Poppy and so he shall carry on in heaven.

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FROUSSIOS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-07-07 published
DIAVOLITSIS, Elen (FROUSSIOS)
Suddenly, at London Health Sciences Centre, Westminster Campus on Wednesday, July 6, 2005, Elen (FROUSSIOS) DIAVOLITSIS of London in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Antonio DIAVOLITSIS. Dear mother of Stavros and his wife Karen DIAVOLITSIS of London. Loving Yaya to Jennifer ELEN and Anthony. Dear sister of Christopher and his wife Lisa FROUSSIOS, Toula and her husband John MAVROUDIS and Vicky and her husband Peter BOUYOUKOS all of London and Marika VLAMI of Athens, Greece and predeceased by Koula, Dina, Niko and Gus. Friends will be received at the Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St. (between Waterloo and Colborne St.) on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 131 Southdale Road on Friday, July 8, 2005 at 1 p.m. with Father Elias DROSSOS officiating. Interment Woodland Cemetery. Prayers will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday evening at 8: 00 p.m. Friends who wish may make memorial donations to the Arthritis Society or the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. On line condolences www.loganfh.ca A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Mrs. DIAVOLITSIS.

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