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SMITH, Ruby Julia May (KILMER)
At London Health Sciences Centre on Monday, May 9, 2005. Ruby Julia May (KILMER) SMITH of London in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Kenneth SMITH (1986.) Dear mother of Joan DODD and her husband Peter of Guelph. Predeceased by her sons James C. SMITH (1985) and Harold A. SMITH (2003.) Dear mother-in-law of Jane A. SMITH and Stella V. SMITH. Dear sister of Ilene LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY of Tillsonburg. Also loved by her grandchildren, Jason and Justin SMITH, Bridgette and Phillip FRASER and Andrea and David TREMBLAY, her 3 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday at 1: 00 p.m. with Brian McEACHERN officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 617 Wellington Street, London, Ontario N6A 3R6 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, Ontario N6A 3A1. An Eastern Star Service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home Tuesday at 7: 00 p.m. with Bethlehem Chapter No. 136 O.E.S. in charge. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY 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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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-12-27 published
LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, Gladys▼ Caroline▼ (née EIKRE) (1915-2005)
Gladys Caroline (EIKRE) LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY passed away quietly in Toronto on Friday, December 23, 2005, in her 91st year. The daughter of Norwegian immigrants, Arne and Börghilde EIKRE, Gladys was born in Penzance, Saskatchewan, and grew up in Toronto. She married the late William J. LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY (d. 1991) in 1936 and, after a few years on the family farm at Rodney, Ontario, they settled in Saint Thomas, where her husband became the postmaster. Mother of three children, Carol Jane (d. 1944), Keith James and Robert William, Mrs. LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY was an active member of Knox Presbyterian Church, a licensed graphoanalyst, a little league coach/scorekeeper, a band parent group leader and an amazing crossword puzzler. Her working career included Regal Stationary, Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital and Anesthesia Associates. She is mourned by her sons and their families: Keith (Mary-Ann), and children, Sean and Karah; Rob (Jay), and children, Chris (Danielle) and Devon, and grand_sons, Miles and Asher LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY. Special▼ thanks go to the caring staff at Central Park Lodges and Seven Oaks Home for the Aged. At the family's request, there will be no visitation. A memorial service for family and Friends will be held in Toronto in January and interment will follow in the family plot in Rodney. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada www.alzheimer.ca or the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation www.ellisisland.org would be appreciated.

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.strathroy.age_dispatch 2005-03-01 published
HORSFIELD, Emily▲ Marion▲ (LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY)
At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, on Sunday, February 20, 2005, Emily Marion (LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY) HORSFIELD of Poplar Hill, in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late James Edward HORSFIELD (1980.) Loving mother of Sandra HORSFIELD of Poplar Hill, Judy and Barry NASH of Thorndale, and Jayne MYERS of London. Dear grandmother of Lee Anne MULLER (Gerry), Jim NASH (Jim Gouw), Todd HORSFIELD (Jennifer,) Carolyn MYERS- BOONE (Mark,▲) and Heather MYERS (Matt WARD.) Great-grandmother▲ of Devonte NASH- MULLER. Private funeral service was held on Wednesday, February 23 from Denning Bros. Funeral Home in Strathroy, with Reverend Father Willi KAMMERER officiating. Interment First Lobo Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Emily.

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

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-07-19 published
LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, Doris▼ Mary▼
Suddenly and unexpectedly at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga on July 16, 2005 at the age of 78. We say good-bye to a loving and loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Married▼ to Donald Robert LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY for 54 years and adored by him and by her children Craig (Carol DAMP,) Mark▼ (Lori▼ SCOTT) and Karen (Pat HAWKINS) and grandchildren Claire, Taylor, Robbie, Jackson and Samantha. She leaves behind her sisters, Iva, Aileen, Ruth, Joy and Jewel and brothers Wilmer and Gerald. The last few years have taken their toll on her but our memory of her spirit, humour and talents as mother and homemaker will always be in our minds and hearts. A member of Mississaugua Golf Club for 37 years, she will be missed by her golf and bridge partners, as well as our very close Friends. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Funeral 'Peel' Chapel, 2180 Hurontario Street, (Hwy 10 north of Queen Elizabeth Way), Mississauga, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 20th. Funeral Service in the chapel on Thursday, July 21, 2005 at 1 p.m. If desired, donations to the Parkinson Society Canada or a charity of your choice, would be appreciated.

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-10-24 published
Canadian Olympic Committee executive director dies at age 51
Canadian Press, Monday, October 24, 2005, Page S4
Mark LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, the executive director of the Canadian Olympic Committee, has died of cancer. He was 51. LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY died Saturday at his home in Ottawa after battling pancreatic cancer for two years. Lowry joined the Canadian Olympic Committee in June of 1997 as the Executive Director, Sport with overall responsibility for facilitating and directing Canada's participation at the Olympic and Pan American Games, athlete and coach programming, and support to national sport federations. LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY is survived by his wife Jennifer, and 20-year-old son, Brendan. Private funeral services and a memorial service are being planned for this week in Ottawa.

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-12-27 published
LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, Gladys▲ Caroline▲ (née EIKRE) (1915-2005)
Gladys Caroline (EIKRE) LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY passed away quietly in Toronto on Friday, December 23, 2005, in her 91st year.
The daughter of Norwegian immigrants, Arne and Börghilde EIKRE, Gladys was born in Penzance, Saskatchewan, and grew up in Toronto. She married the late William J. LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY (d. 1991) in 1936 and, after a few years on the family farm at Rodney, Ontario, they settled in Saint Thomas, where her husband became the postmaster. Mother of three children, Carol Jane (d. 1944), Keith James and Robert William, Mrs.▲ LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY was an active member of Knox Presbyterian Church, a licensed graphoanalyst, a little league coach/scorekeeper, a band parent group leader and an amazing crossword puzzler. Her working career included Regal Stationery, Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital and Anesthesia Associates.
She is mourned by her sons and their families: Keith (Mary Ann), and children, Sean and Karah; Rob (Jay), and children, Chris (Danielle) and Devon, and grand_sons, Miles and Asher LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY. Special▲ thanks go to the caring staff at Central Park Lodges and Seven Oaks Home for the Aged.
At the family's request, there will be no visitation. A memorial service for family and Friends will be held in Toronto in January and interment will follow in the family plot in Rodney. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, www.alzheimer.ca, or the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, www.ellisisland.org, would be appreciated.

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-01-26 published
BANKS, Rosemary (née LARKIN)
Longtime resident of Lakeview, Ontario. Passed away peacefully with family by her side, after a short and courageous battle with illness on Sunday, January 23, 2005 at the age of 70. Predeceased by her loving husband Harry of 50 years. Devoted and loving mother of Dennis and his wife Jayne, Kathleen (Kathy) and her husband Terry HANES, Eileen and her husband Bob DAVIES, Harry and his wife Nancy. Cherished and loving Nanny of Susie, Sherri, Harry, Melissa, Kimberly and Dennis. Beloved sister of Kitty LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, Flo DEMARCO, Jack LARKIN, Bob LARKIN and the late George LARKIN, Alice TASSON, Peggy STARK and Pat LARKIN. Will be sadly missed by her loving family and many Friends and all who knew her. A Memorial Service will be held at Lakeview Baptist Church, 1405 Alexandra Ave., Mississauga on Thursday, January 27, 2005 at 1 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to the funeral home of Skinner & Middlebrook Ltd., 905-278-5546. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Peel Lung Association or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-05-17 published
EVANS, Calvin
At Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, on Monday, May 16, 2005, Calvin EVANS of Bobcaygeon, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Joan EVANS. Loving father of Sandra (James) WHYTOCK of Vancouver, Dianne (Stuart) LEIGH of Aurora, Barbara (Gary) MULLAN of Edmonton and a very close uncle of Jay (Angela) EVANS of Watson, Saskatchewan. Grandfather of Kathy (Mike) LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY of Victoria, Jennifer WHYTOCK of Vancouver, Kristi MULLAN of Edmonton, Suzanne (Marc) HAMILTON of Aurora and David LEIGH of Aurora. Brother of Marquitti BERNICK of Nanaimo, British Columbia and the late Jack. A very special uncle to many nieces and nephews. Calvin's family wishes to send a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of Peterborough Regional Health Centre and Ross Memorial Hospital. Family and Friends will be received at Monk Funeral Home, 6 Helen Street, Bobcaygeon (1-866-393-0063) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service in Trinity United Church on Friday, May 20, 2005 at 1 p.m. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Ross Memorial Hospital or the Peterborough Regional Health Centre would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.monkfuneralhome.com

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-13 published
ENRICO, Lee Philip
Suddenly in Brampton on July 11, 2005 in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Niki and Steve LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, the late Peter, Meredith and Adam GELDART, and Jacqueline and William DOBSON. Cherished brother to Barb and Pete CARROLL, Connie and Phil FLEIGEL of Wisconsin, Merrilee and Daryl RUH, and the late Kathleen SEELY and Omar. Dear grandfather to Sierra, Isabella, Elyssa and Madison. Will be sadly missed by many family and Friends. Lee was a longtime employee at Royal Bank. Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel," 52 Main Street South (Hwy. 10), Brampton, on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. Service to be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Interment Boston Mills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Asthma Society would be appreciated. Condolences to the family may be sent to lee.enrico@wardfh.com

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-19 published
LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, Doris▲ Mary▲
Suddenly and unexpectedly at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga on July 16, 2005 at the age of 78. We say good-bye to a loving and loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Married▲ to Donald Robert LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY for 54 years and adored by him and by her children Craig (Carol DAMP,) Mark▲ (Lori▲ SCOTT) and Karen (Pat HAWKINS) and grandchildren Claire, Taylor, Robbie, Jackson and Samantha. She leaves behind her sisters, Iva, Aileen, Ruth, Joy and Jewel and brothers Wilmer and Gerald. The last few years have taken their toll on her but our memory of her spirit, humour and talents as mother and homemaker will always be in our minds and hearts. A member of Mississaugua Golf Club for 37 years, she will be missed by her golf and bridge partners, as well as our very close Friends. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter "Peel" Chapel, 2180 Hurontario Street, (north of Queen Elizabeth Way) Mississauga from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 20. Funeral Service on Thursday, July 21, 2005 at 1 p.m. If desired, donations to the Parkinson Foundation or a charity of your choice, would be appreciated.

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LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-26 published
McLEAN, Beatrice Evelyn Craig
Of Mississauga, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2005 at Extendicare Bayview, at the age of 93. She was preceded in death by Pat (Samuel) CRAIG and husband, Thomas McLEAN. Mother of Norman CRAIG of Richmond, Virginia, and his wife Norma, and the late Brenda CRAIG. Grandmother of Josephine LOWERY/LOWREY/LOWRIE/LOWRY, of Seattle, Washington, and Paul CRAIG and his partner, Jeannette MILLER, of Chester, Viginia. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter "Peel" Chapel, 2180 Hurontario Street, Mississauga (Hwy. 10, North of Queen Elizabeth Way) on Friday, from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Saturday, October 29th, at 1: 00 p.m. Private burial in Glendale Memorial Gardens. If desired, you may wish to make a donation to Extendicare/Bayview, 550 Cummer Ave., Toronto, Ontario M2K 2M2 or to The Shepherd Centre, 4900 Augusta Ave., No. 102, Richmond, Viginia 23230 U.S.A.

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LOWSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-03 published
PORTEOUS, Olive Agnes (née LOWSON)
On Friday, July 1st, 2005 in Brampton, Olive PORTEOUS, beloved wife of George. Survived by her daughters Lynn FERGUSON of Orillia, Terry McLEAN and husband John of Sutton West, stepson George Jr. and grand_son Andrew of Brampton and sister Ivy COCKBURN. There will be no funeral service. Cremation has been arranged and entrusted to Ward Funeral Home - Brampton Chapel. 905-451-2124.

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LOWTHER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-22 published
SMITH, Marion
After a short illness at L.H.S.C. Westminster Campus on October 20th, 2005, Marion SMITH of Genivive Cres. London, Beloved wife of Gordon. Dear mother of JoAnn LESTER (Ken) of Forest, Kim LOWTHER (John) of Bayfield, Howard SMITH of London, Jill SMITH of London, Randy and Terry SMITH of London. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren and nieces Pat and Ruth. Age 69 years. A private family service will take place. Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 9 James St. Forest (Lambton Shores) in charge of arrangements. Please omit flowers. Donations to the Lung Association appreciated. A memorial tree will be planted in memory of Marion by the Dodge family.

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LOWTHIAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-06-13 published
LOWTHIAN, William " Bill" George
Taken from us far too soon, on Sunday, June 12th, 2005, William (Bill) George LOWTHIAN in his 52nd year at Victoria Hospital. Bill leaves behind his best friend and wife of 32 years, Cathy, and their loving children Erica (Jason) FARRELL and Kyle (Sarah) LOWTHIAN. He is survived by his beloved mother Mary LOWTHIAN and sister Gayle. Bill is predeceased by his father Richard LOWTHIAN and brother Paul. Bill will be sadly missed by many extended family members and Friends. For 33 years he excelled as a diesel mechanic earning great respect from all who had the privilege to work with him. The family will receive Friends and relatives on Tuesday from 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road north, where the funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, June 15th, 2005 at 1: 00 p.m. Interment Cook's Cemetery, Mount Brydges. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Bill are asked to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.

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LOWTHIAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-01 published
DISBROWE, George E.
Peacefully, at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 30, 2005, George E. DISBROWE in his 91st year. Loving husband of Dorothy (WHITE/WHYTE) DISBROWE of 67 years. Loved father of Sister Janet DISBROWE, School Sister of Notre Dame, Hamilton, Mary Lou and Gordon FARQUHAR of Port Franks, Connie and Arthur PEARSON of Woodstock, Georgina (Gina) and Anthony FUOCO of Mississauga, Guy and Maria DISBROWE of Toronto, Catherine and William (predeceased) LOWTHIAN of London, Elizabeth and Ian BUIST of Ottawa and Angela and Richard ELIE of London. Predeceased by his daughter Sally DISBROWE (July 1964.) Also survived by 22 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his grand_son Colin. Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock. Funeral Mass at St. Michael's Church, 515 Cheapside Street, on Monday morning at 11 o'clock. Interment in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Chatsworth, Ontario. Prayers Sunday afternoon at 3: 30 o'clock. Donations to School Sisters of Notre Dame, 1921 Snake Road, Waterdown, Ontario, L0R 2H0 or to a charity of choice would be appreciated. "You will be in our hearts forever"

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LOWY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-06-14 published
LOWY, Mitzi
In her 99th year, in Montreal, on Sunday, June 12th, 2005. Devoted wife of the late Eugen LOWY. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Dr. Fred and Mary Kay LOWY, Henny KING and the late Edmund CASWELL of Scotland. Cherished Omama of David LOWY and Christine BOWDEN, Eric LOWY and Connie WANSBROUGH, Adam LOWY and Lindsey JEFFRIES, Sarah LOWY and Stuart HENDERSON; Dean and Diane LEVY, Heidi KING, John and Sarah KING, Alex KING. Loving great-grandmother of Tsiporah LOWY; Melissa and Kaitlin LOWY, Hannah LOWY; Brandon and Andrea LEVY; Harrison and Thomas KING. Predeceased by her five siblings. Sadly mourned by her nieces and nephews Alice LATZER, Renee LATZER, Jacquie and Leonel JUAREZ, Renee RUIZ, Monique LACKENBACHER, Henny and David COHEN, Gaby BESTHOFF and their families. Special friend of May POLSKY. She will be fondly remembered as a mentor and role model to all those whose lives she touched. Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Manoir Westmount. Funeral service from Paperman and Sons, 3888 Jean Talon West, Montreal, on Thursday, June 16th at 10: 00 a.m. Graveside service on Friday, June 17th at 11: 00 a.m. at the Pardes Shalom Cemetery, Vaughan (Toronto), Ontario. Shiva private. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Lowy Scholarship Fund c/o Concordia University (514) 848-2424 ext. 5270.

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LOWY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-10 published
VANDUZER, The Honourable Mr. Justice John Elston
Nov. 8, 2005 If ever there lived a modern-day chevalier, that man was John Elston VANDUZER. Born October 14, 1927 in Winona, south of Hamilton, John was raised with his brother Dick on the family fruit farm but felt destined to be a city gentleman. After completing his secondary education in Hamilton, John did his B.A. at McMaster University (1950) before attending Osgoode Hall. After articling with Fraser and Beatty, he entered into private practice in Hamilton, but found his real calling when he was appointed to the Family Court, in 1966. John's professional life was a memorable succession of selfless initiatives: he co-founded the Unified Family Court in 1976, was the first Canadian President of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, set up the Dawn Patrol Group Home to aid troubled youth, was an Elder and Sunday School Teacher at St. Giles' United Church, served on the Committee for Citizens of Distinction and as President of the Hamilton Community Concert. John was a tireless advocate for families and a leading member of his community. In recognition of this, he was awarded an Honourary Doctorate of Laws by McMaster University in 2003.
Above all, John treasured his family. He was blessed with two wonderful marriages: the first to Betty ANDERSON, whom he met in Latin class at McMaster and married in 1955 and with whom he had three children, Tony (Jodie KARPF,) Peter (Kathy HALLIDAY,) and Sarah (John HELSTON.) After Betty's death in 1984, John entered into a joyous union with Joan WANSBROUGH (née LAWSON) in 1985 and found himself a delighted stepfather to Michael (Liane BEAM,) Connie (Eric LOWY) and Gwyn (Andres DUSSAN.) He was an adored Grandpa to Taylor, Eli, Anders, Mac, Simone, Claire, Melissa, Kaitlin, Diego and Daniela.
A master storyteller, dapper dresser and consummate host, John enjoyed life to the full. With Joan he travelled the world, enjoyed the arts, entertained his wide circle of dear Friends, and reveled in the beauty of their cottage on Peninsula Lake, and their farm at Mansfield.
The best summary of John's life comes from his granddaughter, Simone. When in 2002 John retired from the bench and was feted during his last day in court, in full regalia and with many testimonials to his skills in jurisprudence and mediation, four-year-old Simone looked up at her Uncle Peter and, in an awestruck voice, asked "Is Grandpa a hero?" Yes, Simone, John Elston VANDUZER was a hero.
There will be a Celebration and Tribute to John at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club, 232 Golf Links Road, Ancaster, on Sunday, November 13th, 2005, from 12: 00-3:00 p.m. John would love all his Friends and family to be there.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the John E. VanDuzer Scholarship Fund through the Hamilton Community Foundation, 120 King St. W., Suite 700, Hamilton, L8C 4V2.

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