GILAO o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-10 published
An 'unbelievable' loss
Families try to cope with gun slayings of two young men
Summer weekend began with a wedding and ended in death
By Henry STANCU and Patrick EVANS, Staff Reporters
More than 1,000 people are expected at an Etobicoke mosque this morning to mourn the deaths of two young men killed early Monday and to pray for Toronto's gun violence to end.
Loyan Ahmed GILAO, 23, and Ali▼ Mohamud▼ ALI, 19, will be honoured in a 9 a.m. service at the Khalid Bin Al Waliid mosque on Bethridge Rd. near Kipling Ave.
Last night, throngs of people visited, telephoned and emailed the two Friends' families in Etobicoke and Richmond Hill.
Mohamed GILAO, a prominent member of the Somali community in Toronto, described his son's death as "unbelievable" and the outpouring of condolences as "overwhelming."
"Every week, we had set aside one day to communicate as father and son, but lately Loyan has been busy; we didn't have that opportunity in the seven days before he died. That's the sad part," he said, weeping.
"My wife (Ayan OSMAN) is very strong for me and we are leaning on each other."
GILAO, a third-year York University commerce student, and ALI were celebrating with a group of Friends Sunday, the day after serving in the wedding party at a friend's marriage.
The two were gunned down after a night out at the Phoenix Concert Theatre on Sherbourne St. They were with a group of six to seven men, standing at the corner of Homewood Ave. and Maitland Place after leaving the nightclub.
A man walked toward them on Homewood and, without any words, pulled out a handgun and fired several times toward the group, police said.
ALI died from a gunshot wound to the head and GILAO died from a gunshot wound to the chest, an autopsy showed yesterday.
GILAO had been planning to announce his engagement to his girlfriend Zainab ALI in the coming months.
The elder GILAO, who has travelled several times on peace missions to his homeland, is a respected figure in both the Somali community and across Greater Toronto.
He was praised as a major "touchstone" in a community that transcends culture, religion and politics. Friends said the elder GILAO was given the Queen's Golden Jubilee Award two years ago and honoured with a Young Men's Christian Association Peace Medallion for helping people in his adopted community and homeland.
The couple, who immigrated to Canada from Somalia in 1990, have four daughters, 8 to 20.
In Richmond Hill, ALI's grieving family received relatives and Friends at their house. ALI's uncle, Ahmed JAMA, said that since Monday as many as 500 people had come to pay their respects.
About two dozen mourners stood outside the home last night, talking in small groups and keeping a quiet watch on ALI's father, mother and three sisters. Visitors pulled up in a steady stream of cars. Neighbours came on foot.
ALI's father, Mahamud JAMA, said his son moved to Vancouver eight months ago to chase his dreams. He said ALI dreamed big, with all the energy and optimism of a 19-year-old man who had just begun to make his way in the world.
"He had a lot of ambitions," JAMA said. "He was planning to open a business, his own trucking company. He would say, 'Dad, this is what I'm planning. I know I need to work hard.'"
JAMA said ALI came back two weeks ago for the wedding.
He made a full vacation out of his Toronto visit, arriving just in time for Caribana two weekends ago, spending time with his family and attending the wedding on Friday. JAMA said ALI's holiday was almost over when he was killed. "He had a rental car due Monday."
JAMA said his son wasn't involved in any gang or criminal activity. "My kid has never been with any gang," he said. "He was not violent. He had no record with the police."
The gun violence in Toronto has cost JAMA his only son, and he's furious about it.
"Get rid of the thugs who are killing innocents," he said. "We are grieving now. Every day another family is grieving. The city has to clear this sort of thing up. We have to get rid of these guns."
ALI was born 19 years ago in Hargeisa, Somalia. His family came to Canada when he was 2.
Police are seeking a man in his 20s, 5-foot-10 to 6 feet and 150 to 160 pounds, with black braids and a goatee. He was wearing jeans, a black T-shirt and a blue do-rag.

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GILAO o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-11 published
Victims didn't provoke killer
Friends shot 'execution-style'
1,500 at funeral for slain men
By Isabel TEOTONIO, Staff Reporter
There was no altercation, no sideways glance, not even an exchange of words.
A man who watched in horror as two of his Friends were shot to death execution-style told the Toronto Star yesterday that nothing had occurred that would have provoked the attack.
The Friends had just left the Phoenix Concert Theatre early Monday morning. "We were having a good time, just celebrating. We never had any arguments, no problems," he said yesterday before attending the double funeral for Loyan Ahmed GILAO, 23, and Ali▲ Mohamud▲ ALI, 19.
"It all happened so fast, in a split second. I was walking behind ALI and he shot him point-blank, execution-style," said the friend, who spoke on condition of anonymity.
"There was no one on the sidewalk, just two prostitutes on the road. We didn't expect it. All you hear is multiple shots and then nothing. And then multiple shots."
ALI died from a gunshot wound to the head, while GILAO died from a gunshot to the chest. A third man was also hurt in the shooting around 4 a.m.
Before the tragic turn, the trio had been with about a dozen of their buddies at the Sherbourne St. club capping off a celebratory weekend that included a friend's wedding.
While at the club, there were no problems between any of the group members and anyone else at the club, said the friend with certainty.
After leaving, a group of five headed to a car parked near Homewood Ave. and Maitland Pl. where a man approached them and, without warning, opened fire, said the friend.
"It doesn't make sense," he said at the Etobicoke mosque yesterday where 1,500 people united in grief to pay their final respects to the men, heralded as leaders within the Somali community.
"They weren't into anything bad," he said, ruling out gang ties or retaliation.
His sentiments were echoed by many who said the overwhelming turnout was a testament to how deeply the pair were loved and admired.
"As a collective Somali community we are grieving, they were killed for nothing," said ALI's aunt, Khadija ABDI. " All of us are shocked, except for the parents. I think they are dead inside."
Both families moved to Canada during the 1980s to give their children a better and safer life, she said. But in a sad twist of fate, the young men were victims of the kind of violence their parents wanted to shield them from.
"Loyan's father has been very active in the community promoting peace, and now to have his son killed in that context is very tragic," said Cassandra FERNANDES, a policy and community consultant for the city who attended the funeral yesterday on behalf of the mayor.
GILAO's father, Mohamed GILAO, is a prominent and well-respected member of Toronto's Somali community who has travelled on various peace missions to his homeland.
Yesterday both GILAO's and ALI's parents were too overwhelmed to speak publicly about the loss of their firstborn and only sons. ALI's mother, Suleka HUSSEIN, already fragile from a heart condition, was so overcome with grief that she fainted by the entrance moments after viewing her son's body.
One of about a dozen police officers on duty in front of the Khalid Bin Al Waliid mosque was on hand to help. Minutes later paramedics arrived to treat HUSSEIN, who was well enough to return inside shortly after.
Relatives of both men, some of whom travelled from British Columbia, Alberta and Virginia to attend the funeral, spoke warmly of the young men's benevolent spirits.
"ALI was a generous person, always giving to people what he had," said his sister, Amran Ali JAMA.
Her red-rimmed eyes filled with tears when she added, "it was just the wrong place and wrong time."
GILAO, nicknamed Banks because he'd always find spare change for children, would literally take the shirt off his back for a friend, said aunt Hawa GILAO.
"He only had one-third of the clothing he bought in his closet," she said, adding, "he loved to help people."
In an effort to "continue his legacy" and keep his memory and name alive, the GILAO family is thinking of starting a foundation in his name, she said, adding the money would likely go to families who've lost children to violence.
Friends of the duo remembered them as bright young men with bright futures. "Loyan was the sweetest person you could ever come across," said Roda ALI, who was Friends with both men.
"And ALI, he could've been somebody really great. They were both the perfect children."
GILAO, a third-year York University commerce student, was planning to propose to his girlfriend of three years in the coming months.
Meanwhile, ALI had recently moved to Vancouver, where he was trying to start a trucking company. He had returned to Toronto for his friend's wedding and was scheduled to go back to British Columbia early this week.
After the funeral service, mourners made their way to Beechwood Cemetery, where both men were buried.

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GILARDEAU o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-09-10 published
McCONNELL, Jeannette " Jan" (née GILARDEAU)
Passed away very quickly, after a brief illness, on September 8, 2005, at the Peel Memorial Hospital, at the age of 64. Survived by her mother Rita GILARDEAU. Predeceased by her father Lucien GILARDEAU. Loving mother of Tina McGRATH and her husband Michael, and Jeff McCONNELL and his wife Brenda. Cherished grandma of Shawn, Amanda, Megan, Stephanie, and Stephen. Special thanks to Dr. BUNN and the incredible 4th Floor Oncology nursing staff. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel," 52 Main Street South (Hwy. 10), Brampton, on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. Service will be held on Monday, September 12th at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment Assumption Cemetery. Condolences to the family may be sent to jeannette.mcconnell@wardfh.com

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GILBANK o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-12-17 published
GILBANK, Hazel Yvonne
In memory of Hazel Yvonne GILBANK. Lord, help me to remember that nothing is going to happen to me today that you and I together can't handle. Loved and missed by Brett and Naomi, Rick, Jackie and Jessica.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-08-03 published
PERRY, Verna Leanore (formerly BLAKE, ARSENEAULT, née FISH)
Peacefully, at the Grey Bruce Health Services in Wiarton, Monday evening August 1st, 2005. The former Verna FISH, of Wiarton, formerly of Windsor, in her 81st year. Beloved wife of Ray PERRY, and former wife of George BLAKE and the late Joseph ARSENEAULT. Loving mother of Richard BLAKE and his wife Sandra, Ronald BLAKE, Robert BLAKE and his wife Deborah, and Wesley BLAKE and his friend Denise, all of Windsor. Dear step-mother of Wilda GILBERT and her husband Blain, of Purple Valley, David PERRY and his wife Carolyn, of Owen Sound, Ron PERRY and his wife Pat, of Wiarton, Robert PERRY and his wife Jean, of Calgary, Gloria THOMAS and her husband Bob, Colleen THOMAS and her husband Mike, all of Wiarton, Ken PERRY and his wife Kim, of Owen Sound, Tim PERRY and his wife Cathy, of Brantford and Patty MILLARD and her husband Doug, of Calgary. Dear sister of Bernice CHADWICK, of Wiarton. Dear sister-in-law of Margaret FISH, of Windsor. Lovingly remembered by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a daughter Kathleen DONISON and two brothers Stanley and Russel FISH, a sister Shirley CUTFORTH, and her daughter-in-law Sharon BLAKE. Friends may call at the Downs And son Funeral Home Hepworth, Wednesday from 2: 00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be conducted from Gateway Haven Chapel, Wiarton, Thursday morning at 11: 00 a.m. with Reverend Jack FEARNALL officiating. Memorial contributions to Wiarton Hospital or Friends of Gateway Haven would be appreciated as your expression of sympathy. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 208 Wiarton, Ladies Auxiliary will hold a memorial service Wednesday evening at 7: 00 p.m. Messages of condolence for the family are welcome at www.downsandsonfuneralhome.com. A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Verna by the Downs and son Funeral Home.
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GILBERT o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2005-09-09 published
RYDALL, Doug and Mel - Auction for the Estate of
Cash Auction for the Estate of Doug and Mel RYDALL
61 William Count, North Oliphant
Saturday, September 17 11: 00 a.m.
Antiques, Collectibles, Tools and Household -Full listing www.theauctionadvertiser.com
Auctioneers: Cliff and Trevor GILBERT
Email: cgilbert440@hotmail.com
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GILBERT o@ca.on.kent_county.wallaceburg.wallaceburg_courier_press 2005-06-15 published
BELANGER, Armintha " Minnie" (née KNIGHT)
Armintha "Minnie" BELANGER a life long resident of Wallaceburg passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2005 at the Chatham Kent Health Alliance "Sydenham Campus" in Wallaceburg, at the age of 81 years. She was born in Wallaceburg and was a daughter of the late James and Ethel (MILLER) KNIGHT. Beloved wife of the late Art BELANGER (1985.) Loving mother and mother-in-law of Carrol and Dale GILBERT of Wallaceburg, Brenda and Silvo BASIACO of Chatham and Larry BELANGER and Carolyn of Wallaceburg. Sadly missed by 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Kind sister and sister-in-law of Sarah BURRIS, Donald and Irene KNIGHT, Nancy LABADIE, Art and Janet KNIGHT and Joyce ROUGOOR. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Rose IRWIN, two brothers Norm KNIGHT and Clarence KNIGHT and a great grand_son Reid STERLING. The late Armintha "Minnie" BELANGER rested at the Eric F. Nicholls Funeral Home, 639 Elgin Street, Wallaceburg until Saturday, June 11, 2005, when the funeral service was celebrated in the chapel of the funeral home at 11 a.m. with Reverend Jim MILLER, officiating. Flower bearers were Alyda VAN DAMME and Sandra GREGUS. Pall bearers were Terry STERLING, Crystal MITCHELL, Mario BASIACO, Steven BASIACO, Paul BELANGER and Ryan BELANGER. Interment was in Riverview Cemetery, Wallaceburg. As an expression of sympathy donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation may be left at the funeral home. As a living memorial a tree will be planted in the Nicholls Memorial Forest in memory of Armintha "Minnie" BELANGER.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-02 published
BEAR, Gladys F. (GILBERT)
On Friday, December 31, 2004 at London Health Sciences Centre-University Campus. Gladys F. (GILBERT) BEAR of London in her 88th year. The definition of success -- To laugh much; to win respect of intelligent persons and the affections of children; to earn the approbation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false Friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to give one's self; to leave the world a little better, whether by a healthy child; a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition to have played and laughed with enthusiasm, and sung with exultation to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived... this is to have succeeded."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Born December 28, 1917 and predeceased by her husband, Fred BEAR (1989.) Gladys BEAR was indeed a most successful woman, for she leaves an abundance of people who love her dearly and feel she made the world a little better for having been here. Forever grateful for the love and learning they received from Gladys. are her daughters, Judith and Bonnie; her grandchildren, Michael, Marcia, Melissa, Jimmie and Paul; her great-grandchildren, Devin and Alexandria; her grand_sons-in-law, Dino and Luigi; her sister and brothers, Dorothy, Ruth, Bob and Don; her many nieces and nephews, her special Friends, including Julie, Archie, Helen, Gertie and many others. The family extends their appreciation to the staff at University Hospital and to Reverend Teresa CORRIGAN of Church of the Epiphany, who helped to make her final days comfortable both physically and spiritually, and who gave great comfort to her family. The family will receive Friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout St. South, where the funeral will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, January 5, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Church of the Epiphany Building Fund, 11 Briscoe Street West, London, Ontario., N6J 1L9, or to the charity of your choice. On-line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-13 published
THOMAS, Elsie▼ May▼ (CLINGERSMITH)
Elsie May (CLINGERSMITH) of Saint Thomas, on Wednesday, January 12, 2005, at the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, in her 67th year. Beloved wife of George THOMAS and dearly loved mother of Richard THOMAS of Richmond, British Columbia, Darlene and her husband Craig SMITH of Stratford and the late Stephen B. THOMAS (April 4, 1988.) Dear sister of Earl and his wife Audrey▼ PENLEY of Orillia, Lillian and her husband Gordon HUMPHREY of Saint Thomas and Frances CLINGERSMITH of London and sister-in-law of Ross GILBERT of London. Loved grandmother of Macy. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Elsie was retired from the Bank of Commerce. She was a member of Saint Mark's United Church. A Public Memorial Service will be held at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas on Sunday at 4: 00 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Flowers gratefully declined. Remembrances may be made to Pearce Williams Christian Centre or charity of choice.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-14 published
THOMAS, Elsie▲ May▲ (CLINGERSMITH)
Elsie May (CLINGERSMITH) of Saint Thomas, on Wednesday, January 12, 2005, at the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, in her 68th year. Beloved wife of George THOMAS and dearly loved mother of Richard THOMAS and his partner David THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON of Richmond, British Columbia, Darlene and her husband Craig SMITH of Stratford and the late Stephen B. THOMAS (April 4, 1988.) Dear sister of Earl and his wife Audrey▲ PENLEY of Orillia, Lillian and her husband Gordon HUMPHREY of Saint Thomas and Frances CLINGERSMITH of London, and sister-in-law of Ross GILBERT of London. Loved grandmother of Macy. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Elsie was retired from the Bank of Commerce. She was a member of St. Mark's United Church. The family will receive Friends on Sunday at 4: 00 p.m. for a reception at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas. A private memorial service will be held at 5: 15 p.m. at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. Flowers gratefully declined. Remembrances may be made to Pearce Williams Christian Centre or charity of choice.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-21 published
CROFT, Joyce Margaret (HOLLAND)
Joyce Margaret (HOLLAND) CROFT of London in her 78th year. This loving compassionate, gentle woman took her final journey on Tuesday, January 18, 2005. Beloved wife of the late George D. CROFT. Dear mother of David CROFT of Victoria, British Columbia, and Gail SHEARER and her husband Keith of London. Loving grandmother of Tyler and Heather CROFT, Renee SHEARER and her boyfriend Tony, Rob SHEARER and his wife Stacey. Cherished great-grandmother of Nicholas SHEARER. Dear sister of Dennis HOLLAND and wife Marianne, Brenda HOLLAND, Beryl SILVERMAN and husband Dennis, Lilian GILBERT, and Nancy CARTER and companion Danny. Predeceased by her dear brother Roger HOLLAND. Sister-in-law to Carole HOLLAND. Visitation to be held Friday, January 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout St. S. London. Funeral service also to be held here at the Chapel on Saturday, January 22 at 1: 30 pm. She loved flowers and had great compassion for the homeless. In her memory, flowers are welcome, as are non-perishable food items for the Food Bank. She was our hero and the wind beneath our wings.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-08 published
WEBBER, Clara (née MAPPLEBECK)
At the London Health Sciences Centre, South St. Campus on Saturday, February 5th, 2005. Clara WEBBER of Saint Thomas in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late Charles Douglas WEBBER and dearly loved mother of Jean and her husband Robert DUNLOP, Saint Thomas; Marie GILBERT, London; Elizabeth and her husband Robert ESSELTINE, Saint Thomas; Pamela WEBBER and her fiancé Rick, Chatham; Sandra and her husband Harry CODE, Ottawa and Charles WEBBER and his partner Kathleen, Saint Thomas. Predeceased by a sister Annie and by a son-in-law Jack. Clara is also lovingly remembered by eleven grandchildren, four great-granchildren and a sister Frances. She was born November 11th, 1922 in Yorkshire, England to Mr. and Mrs. Harry MAPPLEBECK. A Memorial service will be held at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas on Wednesday, February 9th, 2005 at 1: 00 p.m. Cremation has taken place in London. Visitation will be prior to the service on Wednesday from 12: 00 to 1:00 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Ontario Heart Foundation or the charity of ones choice.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-04-21 published
SHIPLEY, Miriam▼ Irene▼ " Marnie▼"
Passed away peaceful ly at Cawthra Gardens, Mississauga, on April 19th, 2005, in her 95th year. Predeceased by her husband Vernon and her sister Betty MacRAE. Loving▼ mother of Sheila BILLINGS (Bob,) Willa MURRAY (Ross▼) and Robert.▼ Will▼ be sadly missed by grandchildren Barry and Kate BILLINGS, Alison▼ and Jefferson GILBERT, Michael BILLINGS and Julie MULHOLLAND and Ceilidh SHIPLEY and great grandchildren Wyatt and Jasper GILBERT, Thea▼ and Madeline BILLINGS and Benjamin BILLINGS. Private▼ cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2005, at 1 p.m. at Saint Anne's Anglican Church, 1344 Commissioners Road West, London, (Byron), (519) 471-0800. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mission Services of London (Rotholme) 415 Hamilton Road, London, N5Z 1S1 would be appreciated by the family.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-01 published
FLEET, H. William
A resident of Sevierville, Tennessee and formerly of Port Stanley, Ontario, H. William FLEET passed away at Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center in Sevierville, Tennessee on Friday, May 27, 2005 at the age of 68 years. Beloved husband of Lynn (GILBERT) FLEET. Dear father of Gregory and Suzanne FLEET of Tillsonburg, Christopher and Judi FLEET of Kansas, and the late David FLEET (2001.) Step-father of Michael and Michelle DORLAND of Woodstock and the late David DORLAND (1997.) Brother of Douglas FLEET of Colorado, Alan FLEET of Oklahoma and Martin STRINGER of Oklahoma. Also surviving is his mother-in-law, Jean GILBERT of Chatham and his former wife Marlene FLEET. He was a member of the Ontario Petroleum Institute. The family will receive Friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Thursday June 2, 2005 from 2: 00-4:30 and 7: 00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home on Friday at 1: 30 p.m. with Pastor Donald MacMILLAN of Grace Bible Church officiating. Interment Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. Donations made by cheque to Teen Challenge Farm-Lambeth appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-17 published
DALE, Mary▼ Rosella▼
Peacefully at her home Strathmere Lodge Strathroy on Wednesday June▼ 15, 2005. Mary Rosella DALE in her 81st year. Beloved sister of Bob and Judy DALE of Poplar Hill and Barry and Judy DALE of Strathroy. Lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews Dale Ann and John McKICHAN and their children Ian, Jill and Adam, Debbie and Jim GILBERT and their children Jenny, Jeremy and Katie, Donna and Colin CURRIE and their children Matthew and Zena, Karen and Ian HALE and their children Zachary, Avery and Benjamin, Mike and Susan DALE, Mary▼ Ann▼ and Roland McALPINE and their children Jack and Bradley and Cale DALE. Predeceased▼ by her parents John and Mary (URQUHART) DALE, sisters Margaret DALE and Agnes MOORE and brother-in-law John MOORE. Visitation▼ will be held at the Denning Bros. Funeral Home, 32 Metcalfe St. W., Strathroy on Saturday, June 18th at 1: 00 p.m. with service following at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Doug MILES officiating. Interment Strathroy Cemetery. Donations to the Strathmere Lodge Auxiliary would be appreciated by the family. A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Mary Rosella.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-26 published
McGILL, Dave
Unexpectedly at the London Health Sciences Centre on Friday, June 24, 2005 Dave McGILL of London in his 44th year passed on. Beloved son of Shirley and Tom McGILL of Lambeth. Proud father of Stephanie and Cody of Byron. Special best friend of Jenny DORMER and her daughter Shayla of London. Loving brother of Deborah and her husband Pete PARKINSON of Woodstock, Judith and her husband Doug WYLIE of Richmond Hill and Brian and Kim of London. Dear grand_son of Dorothy GILBERT of London. Loved by his nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the McFarlane and Roberts Funeral Home (2240 Wharncliffe Road, S., Lambeth) on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. where the complete Funeral Service will be held on Monday, June 27, 2005 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Robert HOGENDOORN officiating. Cremation. Donations to Brain Stem research gratefully acknowledged. Please sign the Family Book of Condolence at www.obituariestoday.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-07-02 published
GILBERT, Barbara▼
In loving memory of a wonderful wife and Mom, a Grandma beyond compare, Barbara, who passed away June 30, 2000.
Never more than a thought away,
Loved and missed every day.
Remembered always, Howard; Bob, Kim and Dane; Jan, Gord, Jessica and Kate; Sue, Andy, Jack, Luke and Walker.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-08-23 published
BOLT, Barbara Jane (née GILBERT)
Barbara Jane of Port Stanley, on Sunday, August 21, 2005, at the L.H.S.C. (Victoria Campus), in her 57th year. Beloved wife of Paul BOLT and loved mother of Trevor BRADT and his wife Laura of Forest, Michael BOLT of Port Stanley and Cindy THIESSEN and her husband Jake of Aylmer. Step-mother of Wayne, Raymond and Margaret BOLT. Dear sister of Joan WHALEY of Port Stanley and George GILBERT of North Bay. Loved grandmother of Jorden, Mackenzie, Amy, Sierra and Kiley May. Sadly missed by a number of stepgrandchildren. Barbara was born in North Bay on November 28, 1948, the daughter of the late Bernice (SHEPHERD) GILBERT (1997.) She was the secretary of Branch 410 of the Royal Canadian Legion, Port Stanley. Public visitation will take place at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. A private family service will be held after visitation. Interment in Christ Church Cemetery, Port Stanley. Remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-08-29 published
GILBERT, Wayne▼
In loving memory of Wayne, a special friend who ended his journey on Earth August 29, 2004.
It's hard to have to say farewell, to one who is part of our lives.
The good times we shared, the tales we could tell.
Our memories no one can erase, so as we quietly think of you today, in our hearts you will remain, a special part of our family, till someday we meet again.
Always remembered, greatly missed, Marylou, John, Adam and Joey.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-08-29 published
GILBERT, Wayne▲▼
In loving memory of Wayne August 29, 2004
A husband, a father, a papa, a friend, this loss has brought us hearts we can't mend.
The memories of you will forever stay, and we thank God for them, at the end of each day.
The handshakes, the hugs, the smirks he would make, his love for his family, one could never mistake.
An unforgettable man, the Lord He did send, a husband, a father, a papa and friend.
Although we shed tears, and our hearts they are sad, we will always remember the time that we had.
We will love you forever, right to the end, our husband, our father, our papa, our friend.
Polly, Kelly, Kerry and Paul, Kathy and Mike, Alyssa, Matt, Hillary and Trenton

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-09-07 published
GILBERT, Marie▼
In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, Marie who passed away four years ago today, September 7, 2001. The special years will not return When we were all together But the love and memories Within our hearts Will stay with us forever. Sadly missed and forever loved by Murray, Susan, Pat, Kathy and their families.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-09-13 published
GILBERT, James
September 13, 2003 In loving memory of our precious son May the winds of love go softly And whisper so you can hear We'll always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Terribly missed and always loved Mom and Dad, and families.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-11-07 published
JOHNSON, Ruth (COFFEY)
Formerly of Saint Thomas and Port Stanley, passed away at Chester Village Nursing Home, Toronto on Friday, November 4, 2005. Wife of the late Gilbert "Gib" JOHNSON (1989.) Mother of Beth JOHNSON and her husband William GENTLES of Toronto, and Bob JOHNSON and his wife Georgena GILBERT of Ottawa. Grandmother of Cassie JOHNSTON and her partner Brent KIRWAN of Ottawa, and Christopher JOHNSTON and his wife Megan COLLINS of Vancouver, British Columbia. Mrs. JOHNSON was the last surviving member of her own immediate family, having been predeceased by sisters, Margaret and Grace Coffey and brothers, Robert E. COFFEY Jr. and Thomas L. COFFEY. Born in Saint Thomas, she was the daughter of the late Robert E. COFFEY Sr. and the late Margaret (LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY) COFFEY. Mrs. JOHNSON was a member of Holy Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Saint Thomas and the Catholic Women's League and a former member of the Saint Thomas Curling Club and Tonti Chapter, Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire Friends will be received at the Sifton Funeral Home, 118 Wellington Street, Saint Thomas on Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be recited at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Saint Thomas on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Interment in Holy Angels' Cemetery. Memorial donations to the charity of one's choice gratefully acknowledged.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.strathroy.age_dispatch 2005-06-21 published
DALE, Mary▲ Rosella▲
Peacefully, at her home, Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy, on Wednesday, June▲ 15, 2005, Mary Rosella DALE, in her 81st year. Beloved sister of Bob and Judy DALE of Poplar Hill and Barry and Judy DALE of Strathroy. Lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews, Dale Ann and John McKICHAN and their children Ian, Jill, and Adam Debbie and Jim GILBERT and their children Jenny, Jeremy, and Katie; Donna and Colin CURRIE and their children Matthew and Zena; Karen and Ian HALE and their children Zachary, Avery, and Benjamin; Mike and Susan DALE; Mary▲ Ann▲ and Roland McALPINE and their children Jack and Bradley, and Cale DALE. Predeceased▲ by her parents John and Mary (URQUHART) DALE, sisters Margaret DALE and Agnes MOORE, and brother-in-law John MOORE. Visitation▲ was held at Denning Bros. Funeral Home, on Saturday, June 18 at 1 p.m. with service following at 2 p.m. Reverend Doug MILES officiated. Interment Strathroy Cemetery. Donations to the Strathmere Lodge Auxiliary would be appreciated by the family. A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Mary Rosella.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-01-13 published
WARREN, Margot Ann, B.A., LL.B., 56 years
Suddenly, on January 7, 2005 at the Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto. Formerly of Windsor. Loving daughter of the late Charles (2000) and Jane WARREN (née GILBERT) (2000.) Dear sister of Brian WARREN and wife Judy. Loving aunt to Kristen and Bradley. Upon receiving her law degree from the University of Windsor, Margot moved to Toronto where she practiced law for almost 30 years. A private family Memorial Service will take place at the Marcotte Funeral Home and Chapel, 12105 Tecumseh Rd., Tecumseh (519-735-2830) Fr. Gerard DEWAN will officiate. Interment of cremated remains at St. Andrew's Cemetery, Lakeshore, Ontario. Special thanks to Shannon REILLY, Leslie, Don, Christopher, and Katrina RILEY, Anne MONTGOMERY and Lynda TANAKA for their assistance and support. As your expression of sympathy, a donation to the Sunnybrook Women's Foundation, Critical Care Unit, 2075 Bayview Ave., Toronto, M4N 3M5 would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Margot WARREN in the Marcotte Heritage Forest. A dedication service will be held on September 25, 2005. All are welcome. The family invites you to sign the Book of Condolence or to share a memory at www.obituariestoday.com. Arrangements for a memorial service in Toronto will be announced later.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-03-04 published
MacKIN, James Patrick
Peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at the age of 56. Loving husband of Margaret (née WILSON.) Dear father of Damien of Ottawa, Stuart and his fiance Leanne, Naomi MacKIN all of Edmonton, Pamela KENNEDY, Victoria CULHAM (David) all of Guelph, Laura KENNEDY and her friend Steve KOHLSMITH of Kitchener. James will be sadly missed by his Grandchildren Emilee and Georgia GILBERT, and Alexandria, Madelyn and Ethan CULHAM, as well as his brother Michael (Cathy) of Scotland and his sisters Frances ACAR (William) in Ohio, Dorothy MacDONALD (Donald) of Scotland, and Marian PAGE (Raymond) of Scotland. James was predeceased by his sister Margaret THORPE (2003) and her husband Vernon (2001) and his mother-in-law Agnes (Nessie) WILSON (2001.) James was president and Chief Executive Officer of B.T.R. Metzler Automotive and had his M.B.A. from Western in 2000 "Millennium Men" and was also the Campaign chairperson for the United Way in Oakville, Welland, Ontario and Reidsville, North Carolina, James was also a Sponsor and Mentor of the Richard Ivy School of Business, Western University, E.M.B.A. and was awarded the Corporate Citizen of the year by the Reidsville, North Carolina Chamber of Commerce in 1999. He was the owner of Color Your World on Hespeler Road, Cambridge. At James request, cremation has taken place. In memory of James, donations to the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the Family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Corbett Funeral Home, Cambridge, Ontario (519) 740-0669.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-03-17 published
SHEAFFER, Susan▼
On Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at Mt. Sinai Hospital. Susan SHEAFFER, beloved wife of Lloyd GILBERT. Loving▼ mother of Adam and Emily. Devoted▼ daughter of Hazel and the late Herb SHEAFFER. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Robert and Sheila SHEAFFER, Gary▼ and Caroline SHEAFFER, and Kathy GILBERT and Judy GALBRAITH. At Benjamin's▼ Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Friday, March 18, 2005 at 12: 00 noon. Interment Holy Blossom Section of Pardes Shalom Cemetery. Shiva 300 Glenayr Road. If desired, donations may be made to the Susan SHEAFFER Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-04-21 published
SHIPLEY, Miriam▲ Irene▲ " Marnie▲"
Passed away peacefully at Cawthra Gardens, Mississauga on April 19th, 2005 in her 95th year. Predeceased by her husband Vernon and her sister Betty MacRAE. Loving▲ mother of Sheila BILLINGS (Bob,) Willa MURRAY (Ross▲) and Robert.▲ Will▲ be sadly missed by grandchildren Barry and Kate BILLINGS, Alison▲ and Jefferson GILBERT, Michael BILLINGS and Julie MULHOLLAND and Ceilidh SHIPLEY and great grandchildren Wyatt and Jasper GILBERT, Thea▲ and Madeline BILLINGS and Benjamin BILLINGS. Private▲ cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 23rd, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Saint Anne's Anglican Church, 1344 Commissioners Road West, London (Byron) (519) 471-0800. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mission Services of London (Rotholme), 415 Hamilton Road, London N5Z 1S1 would be appreciated by the family.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-04-26 published
GILBERT, Shelley Margaret▲▼ (née Shirley CROCKETT)
born June 11, 1929 in Calgary, Alberta, slipped away from us on April 21, 2005. Predeceased by her parents Arthur and Nellie CROCKETT, her sister Marion BROOKER and daughter Marty. She is survived by her sister Helen WILKINS. Married for 53 years to Bruce GILBERT, she leaves behind her eldest son Scott (Roma, Alexa, Ben), daughter Jay, youngest son Hartwell (Ursula, Ethan) and long time tenant and friend "the good son," Kelly SHULZE. She leaves Friends coast to coast after spending many happy years in Atlantic Canada and Quebec before moving to Vancouver. She will be fondly remembered as a generous hostess, a great cook and devoted grandmother who lived for family get togethers. Her wry humour and French malapropisms were unique. Special thanks to Doctors Sugar and Graff, nurse Gwen and staff at Lions Gate Hospital as well as cousin, Jimmy AKITT. If desired, donations may be made to the Salvation Army or Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. A celebration of life will be held June 11 at Mollie Nye House in North Vancouver from 2: 00-5:00.
Good night, sleep tight Grammie, we love you.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-05-02 published
ADDISON, Freda▼ Mae▼ (1907-2005)
On April 30, 2005, Freda passed away peacefully at Sunset Manor Nursing Home in Collingwood, one week before her 98th birthday. A mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was loved, admired and respected by her family and Friends. Predeceased by her husband Robert, son Frank, son-in-law Kenneth and grand_son Peter. Freda is lovingly remembered by her daughters Laurine (Lloyd) GILBERT and Carolyn NUNN, 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A Celebration of Freda's life will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at All Saints' Anglican Church, 32 Elgin Street, Collingwood, at 1: 00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Parkinson's Foundation or the charity of the donor's choice. Friends may leave messages for the family by visiting www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-08-01 published
INDIG, Josef
Peacefully on Saturday, July 30, 2005 at Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre. Joe INDIG beloved husband of the late Ruth INDIG. Devoted brother and brother-in-law of James and Sarah of Montreal, Eugene INDIG, and Betty and the late John HOCH. Predeceased by his parents, brothers and sisters who perished in the Holocaust. Cherished uncle of Roslyn and Stan WISEBLATT, Karen INDIG, Rose GREISDORF and Saul HOCH. Loved great-uncle of Melanie and Lorne WISEBLATT. Dear companion of the late Ann LETT. He will be sadly missed by his special Friends, Patrick PETRIE, Paul GROSBEIN and Karl BROWN. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. ABRAMS, Dr. GILBERT, and the staff of Sunnybrook Hospital for their compassionate care. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin), for service on Tuesday August 2, 2005 at 11: 30 am. Interment Shaarei Shomayim Congregation Section of Mt. Sinai Memorial Park. Shiva 747 Briar Hill Avenue. If desired, memorial donations may be made to The Josef Indig Memorial Fund for Dr. Gilbert at Sunnybrook Hospital c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 2C3 (416) 780-0324.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-12-21 published
PATTERSON, Pat " Muriel"
At the Toronto Western Hospital on December 19th, 2005, following a stroke. Predeceased by her son David. Loving partner of Sheila GILBERT. Also▼ survived by Heather PATTERSON, Bunny BURTON and Sean CLARK. Winner of the John Drainie Award (1986) for distinguished contributions to broadcasting. No funeral at her request. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society and the Toronto Humane Society. A celebration of her life will be held in the new year.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-08 published
HILTON, Audrey Lucille (née CASSAN)
Passed away peacefully in her 92nd year on Sunday, January 2, 2005 at Rapelje Lodge, Welland, Ontario. Beloved wife of 57 years to the late Reginald A. HILTON deceased June 17, 2004. Cherished sister to Corinna BURT (Reg) of Windsor, Ontario. Predeceased by her siblings Perry CASSAN (Eva,) Cecil CASSAN (Cecile,) Harris CASSAN (Ann), Jessie BURLEY (Alfred), and Essa GILBERT (Jim). Loving aunt to Grant CASSAN (Carol), Sheila McCALLUM, Arlene BOURNE, Mary STEWARDSON, Lynne WARD (Robin), Jan LATINOVICH (Steve), Nancy CECCHETTO (Serge), Tom CASSAN (Doris), Jim CASSAN (Susan), and Vicki SMITH (Tom.) Audrey enjoyed her numerous great-nieces and nephews and was a guardian angel to great-great-nephews as well. Audrey was always active in their church, Victoria Village United in Toronto, and she and her husband enjoyed many summers at their cottage retreat. She will be missed by all of her family for her sense of humour and her love of life. Thanks to Dr. SHAH and the staff at Rapelje Lodge for their kind and compassionate care. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service and interment will be held at a future date. Donations can be made to Rapelje Lodge at 277 Plymouth Road, Welland, Ontario, L3B 6E3. Funeral arragements entrusted to the Jerrett Funeral Home, Scarborough Chapel, 416-266-4404.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-10 published
ZUPO, George William
Canadian National Railway employee (retired), Canadian Air Force Veteran World War 2. Suddenly and peacefully at Toronto East General Hospital, with family at his side on Saturday, January 8, 2005, in his 91st year. Predeceased by his wife Rose, son William and wife May (2001.) Cherished step-father of Dave GILBERT (Paulette,) Carol (George NEAL) and father of Frank (Goldie.) Grandfather of Cynthya EMMS, Jeffery GILBERT, Al and Ron DARROCH, many others and many great-grandchildren. Beloved brother of John, predeceased by Jim, Joe, Tony, Eva and Lil. Special thanks to the 5th floor staff at True Davidson Acres. Friends may call at the Jerrett Funeral Home, 660 Kennedy Road, Scarborough (between Eglinton and St. Clair Aves. E.) on Tuesday, January 11 from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday at 10: 30 a.m. Private burial at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-23 published
TAIT/TAITE/TATE, Paul Robert
At Sunnybrook Hospital on Friday, January 21, 2005. Paul Robert TAIT/TAITE/TATE, aged 77 years, beloved husband of the late Marion Joan TAIT/TAITE/TATE. Beloved friend of Christina GILBERT. Dear brother of Jim TAIT/TAITE/TATE, Dorothy WALL and Marie CURLEY and brother-in-law of Vera TAIT/TAITE/TATE. Dear uncle of Bobby and Marilyn McAFEE, Carol BOWEN and George McKENZIE, Don and Carol TAIT/TAITE/TATE, Robin TAIT, David TAIT, Mary and Lyn BECKWITH. He will be sadly missed by Helen DENT and many other Friends. A Memorial Service will be held at Wilmot Creek Wheelhouse, Newcastle, Ontario, 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 26, 2005. Arrangements were entrusted to The Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville, 905-623-5668. Memorial donations may be made to the Sunnybrook Hospital Foundation. www.northcuttelliott.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-24 published
GILBERT, Wayne▲ Paul
Passed away suddenly at his home in Marmora, on January 20, 2005, in his 53rd year. Loving father of Jason Paul of Toronto, Ian James Kenneth of Marmora and Matthew Philip of Toronto. Grandfather of four. Dear brother of Garnet (Diane) of Toronto and James (Denise) of Marmora. Predeceased by his parents Rita and Philip, and his brother David. Wayne will be missed by his family and Friends. A private family service will be held at a later date. If so desired, donations can be made to the charity of your choice through the Little Lake Cemetery Company 1-800-672-9652.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-28 published
NEWTON, Roy Edward
Peacefully, at the Mississauga Life Care Centre, on January 26, 2005, in his 81st year. Dear husband of Evelyn MADDEN and the late Stella (1993.) Loving father of Diane (Garnet GILBERT) and Brian (Wanda,) and step-father of Catherine (Gary HANNIFORD) and Jerome (Carol WELLS.) Roy will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Kirk and Jennifer, and by his step-grandchildren Jeff and Melanie. Friends may call at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, 1535 South Gateway Road, Mississauga (off Dixie Road, two lights south of Eglinton, 905-602-1580), on Friday from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in The Simple Alternative Chapel on Saturday, January 29, 2005 at 2 o'clock. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.ca).

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-02 published
STURGE, Annette
Passed away peacefully at the Golden Plough Lodge in Cobourg, on Tuesday, February 1, 2005. Annette STURGE in her 78th year, was the beloved wife of the late James STURGE. Loving mother of Lorraine and her husband Robert FARQUHARSON, Audrey and her husband Glenn CORDERY, Tom STURGE and his wife Cindi, David STURGE and his wife Allison, Don STURGE and his wife Kathy, the late Brenda STURGE- GILBERT, and Edward STURGE and his wife Sharon. Annette was the proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Family will receive Friends at the Scarborough Funeral Centre (2966 Eglinton Avenue East, at Bellamy Road, Scarborough) on Thursday, February 3rd from 7-9 p.m. Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, February 4th, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Gardens.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-15 published
WHITE/WHYTE, Jean E.
Peacefully, at Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay on Sunday, February 13, 2005, in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late James. Loving Mom of Frank and Marie WHITE/WHYTE, Norma Jean and Bradford GILBERT, Ken and Marilyn WHITE/WHYTE and the late Betty WHITE/WHYTE. Dear grandma of 15, great-grandma of 15 and great-great-grandma of 2. Friends may call at O'Neill Funeral Home, 6324 Main Street, Stouffville (905-642-2855) on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the chapel Thursday at 1 p.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Children's Wish Foundation.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-02-19 published
GILBERT, Joan
Passed away peacefully on February 15th, 2005 at her home. Predeceased by her husband Robert and brother Alan and his wife Alice. Survived by her brother Frank and his wife Gean and sisters Betty and Pat. Joan will also be remembered by many nieces and nephews. Joan was a longtime employee of the Hudson Bay Company. Cremation has taken place and a memorial will follow at a later date.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-04 published
MURDOCH, Gordon
Passed away peacefully in his sleep at The Village of Tansley Woods in Burlington, Ontario (formerly of Chateauguay, Québec) on Saturday, February 26, 2005 at the age of 84. Predeceased by his loving wife Donelda▼ (GILBERT.) Devoted▼ father to Ross (Patti WHALEN) and Dave (Anne SARAY.) Proud grandfather to Erin, Christopher and Kimberly, Lianna and Pamela. Survived by his youngest sister Bernice FORD, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, many nieces, nephews and Friends. Many thanks to the wonderful staff and residents of Tansley Woods who were like family to Gordon during his 3 year stay. A memorial service to celebrate Gord's life will be held in the spring. Donations may be made in Gordon's honour to Trafalgar Presbyterian Church, 354 Upper Middle Rd. E., Oakville, Ontario L6H 7H4 or The Village of Tansley Woods, 4100 Upper Middle Rd., Burlington, Ontario L7M 4W8 (Palliative Care Fund).

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-09 published
HEWITT, Harriett A. (née GILBERT)
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Harriett HEWITT, in her 91st year, at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, on Monday, March 7th, 2005. Harriett (née GILBERT,) predeceased by her loving husband Beverley HEWITT. Dearly loved mother of Sheila and husband Jack ROBERTSON of Hamilton. Cherished always by her grandchildren Andrea (Mike) MITCHELL of Oakville and Scott of Hamilton. Survived by her sister Helen (Betty) GERGEL of Michigan and sister-in-law Betty LAYTON of Toronto and predeceased by her siblings Grace, Bill, Harry, Bertha and Jack. The late Mrs. Harriett HEWITT will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday morning, March 11th at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations to the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital-Oncology Dept. would be appreciated. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.mundellfuneralhome.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-17 published
SHEAFFER, Susan▲
On Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at Mt. Sinai Hospital. Susan SHEAFFER, beloved wife of Lloyd GILBERT. Loving▲▼ mother of Adam and Emily. Devoted▲ daughter of Hazel and the late Herb SHEAFFER. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Robert and Sheila SHEAFFER, Gary▲ and Caroline SHEAFFER, and Kathy GILBERT and Judy GALBRAITH. At Benjamin's▲ Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Friday, March 18, 2005 at 12: 00 noon. Interment Holy Blossom Section of Pardes Shalom Cemetery. Shiva 300 Glenayr Road. If desired, donations may be made to the Susan Sheaffer Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, Toronto, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-02 published
GUNTHER, Carl Coord-Julius
Karl Coord-Julius VON GUENTHER, August 3, 1929, died peacefully at Toronto Grace Hospital on March 29, 2005. Carl, loving husband of Ursula-Ruth, beloved father and father-in-law of Carmen (Christian) and Kevin GILBERT, Cherry and Kevin FLEMING/FLEMMING of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Carol and Richard MOORE of Yellowknife, N.W.T. Proud grandfather of Evan, Hannah, Chloe and Richard Jr. Loved brother of Mareke, predeceased by sister Ingrid. Carl will be missed by his family and Friends at the Long Branch Legion, and various acquaintances from his colourful and interesting life. Carl served as a Medic in the Canadian Armed Forces prior to graduating from Ryerson and working for the Etobicoke Public Heath Department, which he then retired from in 1993 after 25 years. Before immigrating to Canada, he also served in the British Royal Navy after leaving Germany as a young man after World War 2. His services to H.R.H. were greatly valued and he was consistently well respected in any field that he applied himself to. He bravely chose not to battle the cancer that eventually took his life, and he will be deeply and sadly missed by all who knew him. Private Cremation will take place on Tuesday, April 5th at Carl's request. In memory, contributions to the Salvation Army Toronto Grace Hospital would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy or make a donation, visit: www.hoglefuneralhomes.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-19 published
MUNRO, Ada B.
Peacefully at Ajax-Pickering Hospital on Monday, April 18, 2005. Ada B. MUNRO (née TOBIN,) in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Staff Sgt. Ronald Grant MUNRO (Royal Canadian Mounted Police). Dear mother of the late Dr. Robert E. MUNRO of Oshawa-Whitby and Ruth Joanne GOODYEAR of Hamilton. Lovingly remembered by her daughter-in-law Noreen, her grandchildren Michael and his wife Allison, Heather, Tricia and her husband Dwayne GILBERT and Janna, Aisling and Kristian GOODYEAR. Fondly remembered by her 9 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her sister Margaret McAULAY of Mulgrave, Nova Scotia and Emmett TOBIN of Peakskill, New York. Remembered by her nieces Eleanor LEWIS, Billy SCOZZOFAVA, Pat MARTIN and nephew Larry TOBIN and their families. Ada was a retired teacher in the Dartmouth-Halifax Area Catholic School Board for many years. Friends may call at Oshawa Funeral Service "Thornton Chapel", 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, April 20th from 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph The Worker Parish (1100 Mary St. N., Oshawa) on Thursday, April 21st at 11: 00 a.m. Cremation with interment in the family plot in Guysborough, Nova Scotia to follow. Memorial donations to the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Parish Prayers will be recited at the Funeral Home on Wednesday at 6: 00 p.m.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-04-27 published
GILBERT, Harry▼
Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, April 26, 2005, in his 91st year. Harry, loving husband of Audrey for 52 years. Beloved father of daughter Jennifer and her husband Stephen, and son Scott and his wife Cynthia. Proud Papa of Sarah, Amy, Samantha, Teddi-Anne, Matthew, Jeffrey and Calvin, all of whom were his pride and joy. Harry is survived by his sisters Ann ADAM/ADAMS, Margaret BEAUPRÉ, Jean DAVEY and predeceased by Philip GILBERT and Mary TURVEY. Harry retired as a teacher from the Scarborough Board of Education in 1980. Resting at the Paul O'Conner Funeral Home, 1939 Lawrence Avenue East (between Warden and Pharmacy) from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Service in our Chapel on Friday morning at 11 a.m. In Harry's memory, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-05-02 published
ADDISON, Freda▲ Mae▲ (1907-2005)
On April 30, 2005, Freda passed away peacefully at Sunset Manor Nursing Home in Collingwood one week before her 98th birthday. A mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was loved, admired and respected by her family and Friends. Predeceased by her husband Robert, son Frank, son-in-law Kenneth and grand_son Peter. Freda is lovingly remembered by her daughters Laurine (Lloyd) GILBERT and Carolyn NUNN, 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Freda's life will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at All Saints' Anglican Church, 32 Elgin Street, Collingwood, at 1: 00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Parkinson Foundation or the charity of the donor's choice. Friends may leave messages for the family by visiting www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-07 published
LEBLANC, Nora (formerly HARRIS, GILBERT)
Of Donegal Drive, Brantford, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family at her side on Tuesday, July 5, 2005, in her 64th year. Member of the Toronto Harbour Yacht Club. Former Nora Gertrude GILBERT. Beloved▼ wife of Donald LEBLANC and former wife of the late Thomas HARRIS (1997.) Loving mother of Mark HARRIS (Jacqueline;) Brampton and Tracey HARRIS (Perry,) Brantford. Cherished grandmother of Georgia, Sara Rose and Daniel. Dearest sister of Georgia WARDELL (Glen), Simcoe; Nellie KALLE (Roy), Delhi; Doug GILBERT (Lavina), Simcoe; Dave GILBERT (Marg), Windham Centre; Larry GILBERT (Marg,▲) Delhi and Jerry GILBERT (Brenda,) Delhi. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother Reginald GILBERT and by her two sisters Leola GILBERT and Gloria KALLE. Friends may call at the Murphy Funeral Home, Delhi (519 582-1290) for visitation on Friday, July 8th at 12 noon followed by Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1: 00 p.m. with Lay Pastoral Minister-in-Training. Cheryl FITCH of Delhi United Church officiating. Inurnment in Lynnville Cemetery at a later date. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-08 published
KIRK, Coyla Marie
Peacefully at Wynfield Nursing Home on Thursday, July 7, 2005, in her 92nd year. Coyla, beloved wife of the late Albert Edward KIRK. Dear sister of the late Darvin OSTROM. Dear aunt of Herbert OSTROM (Norma), Joy GILBERT, Lorraine NEAL (Victor), Deanna SMITH, and great-aunt of Paul OSTROM (Linda,) Joan PACIONE (Vic,) and Glenn OSTROM, and their families Teresa, Stephanie, Andrew, Marie, Danielle, David, Angeline, Lisa, Lindsay and Christopher. Dear sister-in-law of Mary OSTROM, Ken and Dorothy KIRK, and Emily KIRK. Friends may call at the Armstrong Funeral Home, 124 King Street East, Oshawa on Friday, July 8th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, July 9th at 10 a.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-06 published
McCARTNEY, Donald Ross
On July 29, 2005 at Chelsey Park Long Term Care - Streetsville. Beloved▲ husband and best friend of Alice (née GILBERT) for 53 years. Dear father of Mary Lynn (Gordon) STEWARD/STEWART/STUART, Burlington, Ontario, Karen (Gordon) PIKE, Whitby, Ontario and Susan (Rodger) THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON, Millarville, Alberta. Cherished Grandpa of Kristin, Andrew, Ryan, Lauren, Jordan, Chris, Kyle and Madeline. Dear brother of Marion McKITTERICK, Mississauga, Ontario and Mary Jane HOGG, Terrace, British Columbia. Fondly remembered by his many Friends and family. Friends will be received at the Neweduk Funeral Home "Mississauga Chapel", 1981 Dundas St. W., (1 block east of Erin Mills Pkwy.) from 10: 30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, August 8, 2005 at 11: 30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donald's memory to the Alzheimer Society of Peel or to the charity of your choice. Neweduk Funeral Home 905-828-8000 www.neweduk.com

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-08 published
GILBERT, R. Harvey,▲▼ C.D.
(Retired Sergeant, Royal Canadian Air Force with 28 years of service and served 4 years service World War 2). Passed away at the Huronia District Hospital, Midland, on Thursday, August 4th, 2005. Harvey GILBERT of Penetanguishene, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of 64 years to Marguerite MOORE. Dear father of Bill, Robert, Richard and Heather. Loving grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-20 published
ISAAC, John (June 29, 1917 to August 15, 2005)
At the great age of 88 years, always doing it his way. John's boyhood was spent in Toronto and the family home in Whitby. His interest in Ham Radio started early. This led to joining Ferry Command in World War 2. Radio was a passion, the sound of dots and dashes always coming up from the basement. Skiing was a close second and went on 'til 80. Living in Elliot Lake for over 25 happy years he managed housing for Rio Algoma Mines. Married to Olive for 61 years, he never stopped missing her after her death one year ago. They retired to Peterborough, living there for 21 years. Predeceased by his brothers Douglas and Gordon. Missed by his daughter Margaret, son Jim and his wife Kim, grandchildren David, Sally, Jamie and sweet Katie (deceased). The biggest thanks to good neighbours Marleen CAMERON, Perry GILBERT and Jane VOORSLUYS. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 12: 30 p.m. at Comstock Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 356 Rubidge Street, Peterborough (705) 745-4683. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-08-25 published
BEER, Issie
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Issie (Ish) on Tuesday, August 23, 2005, in Montreal, after a valiant battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents Rifka and Sam BEER. Beloved husband of Laura BRATZ. Cherished father of Mitch, Iris, and Richard. Loving and adored Zaide of Jesse, Lindsay, Cassandra, Ross, and Olivia. Dear brother of Max, and the late Rose GILBERT. Also▲ survived by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and very dear Friends. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Victor Cohen, Dr. L. Trudeau, and to Tara Jesion at the Jewish General Hospital. Sincere thanks to all the wonderful nurses and support staff on 8 North West at the Jewish General Hospital. Many thanks also to all others who were involved in his care. Funeral Service from Paperman and Sons, Montreal on Friday, August 26th at 12: 15 p.m. Burial in Montreal. Shiva private. Contributions in his memory may be made to Yitzhack Rabin High School, 1645 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa, Ontario K2G 1W2.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-13 published
GILBERT, Donald▲ Alvin
Suddenly at the favourite cottage on Saturday, October 8th, 2005. Donald GILBERT of Barrie, in his 77th year. Beloved by wife Barbara.▲ Loved by sons Paul (Kate,) Tim and daughters Marlene ROBINSON (Nick), Christina and grandchildren Rory and Caitlin. Dear brother of Doreen ROUILLARD (Art.) Predeceased by brother Jack (Marje.) Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie, on Friday from 2: 00-4:00 p.m. and 7: 00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Sunday, October 16th, 2005 at 3: 00 p.m. Interment Glenhaven Memorial Gardens, Glenburnie. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be forwarded through www.steckleygooderham.com.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-18 published
Tragic deaths shock teens
Students react to accidental deaths
By Rosie DIMANNO
Teenagers embrace and weep. Some are angry and direct that fury at outsiders, anyone beyond the terrible closed circle of their grief, their incomprehension.
What a wretched week it has been for students and faculty at James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School. They are in need of tenderness and solace.
Already stunned and emotionally raw over the arrest of 14 black male students charged with sexually assaulting or harassing a white female teenager over a prolonged period -- police swooping down to remove the youths on Monday, allegations of racism swirling since -- these students were left reeling anew yesterday morning upon learning that another one of their own had been found dead in a car only a few hours earlier, apparently the victim of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning.
The deceased is Anna ZARNOCH, a 17-year-old girl in Grade 12, reported missing by her parents the previous day. Her lifeless body, along with that of a 22-year-old male, was discovered shortly after 6 a.m. in a Cadillac parked inside the garage of a Lansdowne Ave. home, where the young man resided with his family.
Autopsies were to be performed today but police believe this awful tragedy was an accident. It appears the couple had fallen asleep in the back seat of the vehicle, with the engine running. The keys were still in the ignition but the car wasn't running because it was out of gas by the time the gruesome discovery was made.
Det. Sgt. Scott GILBERT, of 13 Division, told the Star last night that the young man's mother had seen the couple going into the garage the night before. "She went back out at 1 a.m. to check on them... but she didn't have any reason to think anything was wrong."
The mother then went to bed. It wasn't until a friend of her son came by early yesterday morning, to pick him up for work, that the mother realized he wasn't in his room, sources say. That's when the garage was checked again and the bodies found. Police were called, arriving at about 6: 20 a.m.
It was all too, too much for students at McGuigan, a high school on Finch Ave. just west of Keele St. Girls sobbed openly as they mulled around the school's front entrance while teenage boys puffed furiously on cigarettes and shouted "Go Away!" at reporters arriving on the scene.
"Leave us alone!" several pleaded. "This is a terrible thing that's happened. It's not news."
Alas, it is news, however unconnected the two occurrences -- the arrests and the accidental death -- may be. It is a hideous coincidence or confluence of events, with many wondering what in God's name this poor school has done to be so stricken by calamity, with all the attendant media attention.
"I just saw her yesterday," said Elizabeth OGUNBOYE, 14. "We walked together right along this street. The next thing I know she's dead. She was such a nice, a really nice, girl.
"First the arrests and then this."
It took considerable courage for any of the students to speak with reporters, as other youths shouted at them to shut up, knock it off. A few of the teenage boys and one extremely hostile girl took it upon themselves to steer others away from reporters, who were careful not to venture onto school property.
"Anger, sadness, shock," said Jessica OPOKU, 14, describing the atmosphere inside the school. "Oh my gosh, all the pain."
Added Nakisha BEALS: "A lot of people are crying in there. Dozens of people crying. It's so tragic. I feel so sorry for the family. They didn't even know where she was, they'd been looking for her."
And, from another student who would not give a name: "It's been hell on Earth."
Students learned about the death of the 17-year-old girl shortly after classes commenced. Faculty had been summoned to a staff meeting where the principal is said to have broken the news. Each teacher was given a sheet of paper that contained a picture of the deceased and the few details then known, with instructions to tell their students what had happened. It was decided, after consultation with Catholic school board authorities, that this would be more appropriate than announcing the death over the public address speaker.
A fleet of grief counsellors descended -- enough to take every class under wing. Later in the afternoon, with the school's flag lowered to half-mast, a prayer service was held for the dead girl.
"It is with great sadness that we confirm the untimely and accidental tragic death of one of our students," Mary Joe DEIGHEN, spokesperson for the school board, told reporters, reading at first from a prepared statement. "The staff and students of James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic School have suffered a great loss.
"This school has been under a lot of media attention during the past few days. I am asking and demanding that the press allow this community to grieve quietly. This has been requested by students and staff of this community.
"This accidental death is in no way, in no way, related or connected to the previous experience... we've been experiencing at this school."
DEIGHEN added: "They're grieving, they're hurt. We're hoping to start a healing process. But it's going to take a long time."
Out of respect for the deceased, the school cancelled an academic awards celebration -- 116 winners -- that had been scheduled for last night.
It was only one more small way in which the lives of these students have been overwhelmed by recent events. Unhappiness and volatile resentment were already thick on the ground following the arrest of the boys -- some of them athletes -- early in the week, after a 16-year-old girl told a teacher, then the police, that she had been sexually assaulted repeatedly since September 2004. Those assaults allegedly occurred both on and off school property.
The boys, who were handcuffed in front of their peers when removed from class or the corridors, spent the night in jail and all were granted bail on Tuesday. Since then, much of the student body appears to have closed rank around the male youths, with appallingly little sympathy expressed for the alleged victim.
In this hard attitude towards the girl, the students seem to be following a tone set by some parents of the accused. One mother, after bailing out her son, complained loudly that the girl had "been caught," suggesting she was a willing participant to whatever transpired, as some sort of 16-year-old predator.
Several parents, fiercely protective of their sons, have also lobbed accusations of racism and racial profiling by police, because all the accused are black and the alleged victim is white. Police adamantly deny this.
It seems not to have occurred to anyone that, if there were any racism at work in this alleged matter, it might be of the reverse variety -- a white girl allegedly victimized by a large number of black youth.
Four were charged with sexual assault and forcible confinement and 10 with criminal harassment. Two females have also been charged with making threats. Because of their age, none can be identified.
Parents are also livid over how the arrests were conducted, claiming they were not informed beforehand, with some further accusing the school of not protecting their kids, permitting them to be humiliated in front of other students. These issues were among the subjects of a tense meeting with school and police officials on Wednesday evening, attended by about 250 parents.
All the boys have been suspended from school and ordered to give up their cellphones and pagers, pending trial. They will be permitted to attend classes at any other school that might accept them.
The girl has not returned to class.
It doesn't take a scholar to see why.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-07 published
GILBERT, Harry▲
On Tuesday, December 6, 2005, in Florida. Harry GILBERT, beloved husband of the late Evelyn GILBERT (née WEIL.) Loving▲ father and father-in-law of Andy and Irving GOLDBERG. Dear brother of Bill and Sam GILBERT. Devoted▲ grandfather of Fred and Lori, Rick and Yvonne, and Julie, great-grandfather of Lauren, Carly and Daniel. For service information please call Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 416-663-9060. Interment Beth Tzedec Memorial Park. Shiva 3900 Yonge Street, Suite 709. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Baycrest Hospital, 416-785-2875.

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GILBERT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-30 published
JONES, Dr. Craig Bryce Bryant
(Scarborough Centenary Hospital)
With great courage and dignity, at the Toronto General Hospital, on Wednesday December 28th, 2005. Dr. Craig JONES of Oshawa and formerly of Barrie, at the age of 37 years. Beloved husband of Alison HAYWARD and devoted dad of Laura, Vanessa, Emily, Sasha and Mikhaila. Loving son of Bill JONES (partner Carol) of Innisfil and Barrie and Zabella CARSON and her husband Bob of Ottawa. Dear brother of Katrina CARPENTER (husband Scott) of Midhurst. Special uncle of Regan. Dear grand_son of Vilius STANAITIS and the late Edith of Toronto and predeceased by his grandparents Mel and Winnifred JONES. Special cousin of Tiffany GILBERT. Much loved son-in-law of John SYME. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, Friends, and colleagues. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home (201 Minet's Point Road at Yonge Street), Barrie on Saturday, December 31st, 2005 from 9: 30 a.m. until time of the service in the chapel at 10:30 a.m. Interment Barrie Union Cemetery. In memory of Craig, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or C. Jones Smile Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded to the family through www.steckleygooderham.com

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