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BATH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-30 published
McGUIRE, Gwendolyn " Gwen" Irene
(Past Member and President of the Ladies Auxiliary of The Toronto West Canadian Progress Club; Former Resident of Maple Leaf Estates, in Florida)
Suddenly, on Sunday, January 29, 2006, at the Trillium Health Centre - Mississauga, in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Mickey (1992.) Loving mother of Diane and Laurie BRIDGER, Barbara and Bill MATTHEWS, and Keith and Dyanne McGUIRE. Proud grandmother of Tamara (Jim) GRAHAM, Tracy, Brenda (Steve) GAULL, Beth (Chris) STONER, and great-grandmother of Payton, Teagan, Haley, Declan, and Drew. Dearest sister of Audrey and her husband Harold BATH of Burlington. The family gratefully acknowledge the care and love given by Judy PENTACOST. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter "Peel" Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St. (Hwy. 10, North of Queen Elizabeth Way), on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (For time, date and location of funeral service, please call the chapel at 905-279-7663). Interment, Meadowvale Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

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BATH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-01 published
CHALMERS, Michele Fern
After a lengthy illness at St. Michael's Hospital on Sunday, January 29, 2006. Loving mother of Jennifer BATH and Alexandra ZARYCKI. Dear partner of Draja. Always loved and remembered by her sister Jacqueline and many Friends. Dear daughter-in-law of Regina. Friends may call at Cardinal Funeral Home, 366 Bathurst Street (near Dundas) on Thursday, February 2, 2006 from 10 a.m. until Memorial Service time at 11 a.m. In Celebration of Michele's Life, donations to Casey House would be appreciated by her family. www.cardinalfuneralhomes.com

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BATH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-15 published
WILLIS, Winifred " Peggy" (née BATH)
Peacefully at the Humber River Regional Hospital - Church Street Site, Toronto on Monday, February 13, 2006 at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 61 years John WILLIS. Loving mother of daughter Elizabeth and her husband Mark KHOKHAR of Mississauga and son David and his partner Shirley ROBERTSON of Uxbridge; cherished grandmother of Sarah and Ali KHOKHAR. Predeceased by her brother Donald BATH. The family will receive Friends at the Hulse and English Funeral Home and Chapel, 75 Church Street, St. Catharines, 905-684-6346, on Saturday, February 18, 2006 from 12 to 2 p.m. with service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or a charity of your choice.

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BATH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-09 published
BATH, Gladys
Peacefully at Scarborough General Hospital on Tuesday, March 7, 2006. Gladys, loving mother of Barbara and Carol. Dear grandmother of William, Jennifer and Justin. Resting at the Paul O'Conner Funeral Home, 1939 Lawrence Ave. E., (between Pharmacy and Warden) from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Funeral Mass on Saturday morning at 10: 30 a.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Shrine (St. Clair east of Victoria Park). Interment Mount Hope Cemetery.

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BATH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-01 published
FYKE, Carolyn Winnifred (née WOOD)
In her 66th year, Kingston, after a long and courageous fight with cancer. The sweetest of ladies, the love of husband Alan's life for 46 years, dearest friend and mother to Erin and Brendan and fiancée Amy SHIRE of Kingston. Dear sister to Beverley (late Jack ALCOTT) of Baldwin, Lynda and Lyn KEELER of Wellington. Carolyn is the daughter of Marjorie (BATH) of Pickering and the late Walter WOOD. Sister-in-law to Bob FYKE and Janet, Ajax, much loved by her nieces and nephews. Carolyn volunteered for several charities, always preferring to work in the background. Carolyn belonged to many bridge groups. Her fellow bridge partners will remember Carolyn's cheerfulness and sense of humour, never and unkind word to anyone. Carolyn was a loyal Blue Jays fan, and particularly enjoyed Spring Training in Florida. Retsing at the James Reid Funeral Home, 1900 John Counter Blvd., Kingston, for service in the chapel Monday, April 3 at 10: 30 a.m. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In Carolyn's memory, donations may be made to the Kingston Joint Hospital Campaign, Cancer Centre, or the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada, Kingston Chapter.

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BATH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-05 published
CAPELAZO, Helen
Peacefully at the North York General Hospital on Monday, April 3, 2006. Helen loving wife of the late Fred. Dear mother to Gloria Anne SKRABEC (John), Mary Catherine, David and Anne Louise (Gary) David CAPELAZO (Karen), and Margaret; Mary Louise BATH (David), Peter and Nicole; Fredric CAPELAZO, and Christian and Melanie. Great-grandmother of 6. Predeceased by Mary TRACEY and Joseph VIRIO. Friends will be received at the Ogden Funeral Home, 4164 Sheppard Ave. East, Agincourt (east of Kennedy Rd.) on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Complete Funeral Mass will be held on Friday 9: 30 a.m at Epiphany of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church, 3200 Pharmacy Ave. (north of Finch). Cremation to follow.

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BATHE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-08 published
BISHOP, Alexander Morris
(Veteran of World War 2 overseas, retired employee of General Motors)
Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, February 6th, 2006 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Bernice BISHOP (née CONNER) for 58 years. Loving father of Jennifer and Marten TREFFERS of Maberly, Ontario, Lorna and Ian BATHE of Myrtle, Ontario, Brenda BISHOP and Rick ALLEN of Waterdown, Ontario and Valerie BISHOP and Allan NIELSEN of Oshawa, Ontario. Cherished Grandpa of 8 and Great-Grandpa of 9. Fondly remembered by his brother Garfield and his wife Lois STEDMAN of Dundalk. Predeceased by his sister Sadie KITCHENER and his brothers Henery, William and Edward. Friends may call at Oshawa Funeral Service "Thornton Chapel", 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, February 9th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, February 10th at 11: 00 a.m. Interment Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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BATHKE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-07-17 published
BUTLER, Gwendolyn
With her family at her side at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound on Friday, July 14, 2006. Gwen BUTLER of Owen Sound in her 80th year. Dearly loved mother of Robin and his spouse Beata BALKOWSKI and Brenda BUTLER and her spouse Edwin HALE of Owen Sound. Sadly missed by two grandchildren Jazzmine and Sarah. Also survived by three sisters Maxine, Erna and her husband Edward KLOPF and Lillian and a brother Walter BATHKE and his wife Aggie all of Michigan. Friends are invited to the Tannahill Funeral Home for visiting on Saturday, July 22, 2006 from 9 o'clock until service time. The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock with Doctor Brad CLARK officiating. Interment, Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Messages of condolence for the family are welcome at www.tannahill.com

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BATHURST o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-02-14 published
SQUIRE, Genevieve Rita (formerly LOCKING, née MacDONALD)
Peacefully at Longworth Nursing Home for Long Term Care on Monday, February 13, 2006, Genevieve Rita (MacDONALD,) dear wife of the late Bill LOCKING, in her 88th year. Loving mom of Albert, Keith, Bill, Jennifer, Deborah and Mark. Dear sister of Flo WHITE/WHYTE and Margery BATHURST. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grand_son. Visitors will be received at the John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, London on Thursday morning, February 16, 2006 from 10 o'clock until the time of the funeral service at 11 o'clock. Interment in St. Peter's Cemetery. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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BATISSE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-12-26 published
Man killed after 'minor' argument at restaurant
Family's wish to spend Christmas together dashed as son shot by waiting gunman
By Unnati GANDHI, Page A21
Ivy BATISSE wished with all her heart yesterday that she could hold in her hands one of the "magic potions" her son used to make for her when she was feeling sad.
The concoctions of shampoo, cologne and whatever else the then-elementary school pupil could obtain were what the single mother's mind kept straying to after hearing that her son Jesse had been gunned down and killed on Christmas Eve.
"He would make different mixtures, put it all in a bottle, shake it up, and Scotch tape it together," the 44-year-old told The Globe and Mail yesterday. "He'd say they were mom potions, love potions, whatever it took to cheer me up."
Instead, Ms. BATISSE held in her hands the paperwork identifying her son's body at the coroner's office on Sunday.
"All I wanted was to see my baby on Christmas and I can't. I just wanted to see him. I just …," she said yesterday, breaking off into heavy sobs and lashing out at the "street code that these young people have today."
Mr. BATISSE, 23, had been out with Friends at Tasty's Restaurant in his old Parkdale neighbourhood Saturday night when he got into what police called a "minor" argument with one of his long-time childhood Friends.
"That altercation resulted in the suspect leaving the bar, arming himself with a handgun and laying in wait for the deceased to exit the bar," Detective Wayne FOWLER of the Toronto police homicide squad said yesterday.
Police said the suspect opened fire about 1 a.m. Sunday. Mr. BATISSE was shot several times in the chest and collapsed at Dufferin Street and King Street West. He died five hours later in hospital.
One of his Friends was struck in the arm by a stray bullet but managed to get to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police issued an arrest warrant for 20-year-old Thomas Lawrence DOUCETTE of Toronto on a charge of first-degree murder. They consider him armed and dangerous.
"If he's willing to take it upon himself to go to this extent to arm himself and discharge a number of rounds at the deceased who was with a number of people -- obviously he can be volatile and take matters to the extreme," Det. FOWLER said.
Mr. DOUCETTE is described as white, 5 foot 8, 154 pounds, with short brown hair, hazel eyes and a tattoo on the back of his neck. He was last seen wearing all black clothing.
Mr. BATISSE and his family lived in the Parkdale area for most of his life. He often went back to the neighbourhood, where he had many Friends, including the suspect, police said.
His girlfriend, Amber LAROCQUE, 20, witnessed the incident and said she could not believe anyone could shoot her boyfriend because he had "the biggest heart in the world."
Mr. BATISSE and Ms. LAROCQUE were planning on moving into their own apartment in January, when he was to begin a part-time construction job.
"We had saved up for rent and were even thinking of starting up our own family. Jesse wanted to own a house by the time he was 25."
At the family home at Jane Street and St. Clair Avenue West, Ms. BATISSE said she knew the suspect. "This young person used to stay at my house. I used to give him food. I used to give him shelter. I remember this one time his family was having a hard time, he stayed in my basement because Jesse asked me if he could stay there."
Mr. BATISSE, who was half Ojibwa from the Matachewan First Nation about 50 kilometres west of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, was beginning to turn his life around after struggling with a life of crime, said his sister, Jennifer, 20.
He was going to return to school in January to get his high-school diploma and had applied to a youth-counselling program at George Brown College.
"He went through some tough times," she said. "So he just wanted to guide younger kids, to show them where they should go in life, and how not to go down the same route he went down."
The whole family -- Ms. BATISSE, her two sons and three daughters had been planning to celebrate their first Christmas together "in a long time," Jennifer said. They were going to decorate their tree and have a family dinner on Sunday.

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BATISSE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-12-26 published
Childhood pal was killer: Police
One man, 23, shot and killed, another wounded after 'minor' spat escalated into violence
By Betsy POWELL, Staff Reporter
The two Friends grew up together in Parkdale until some "minor" disagreement on the weekend boiled over into violence, with one of them firing several bullets into the other in front of horrified witnesses, police say.
Yesterday Toronto police issued a warrant for first-degree murder and attempted murder for Thomas Lawrence DOUCETTE, 20. Homicide Det. Wayne FOWLER described the suspect as armed and dangerous. "If he's willing to take it upon himself to go to this extent&hellip obviously he can be volatile and take matters to the extreme."
He urged DOUCETTE to contact a lawyer and surrender himself to police.
Sometime late Saturday or early Sunday, the victim, 23-year-old Jesse BATISSE, was inside Tasty's restaurant on King Street, just west of Dufferin, when he got into a minor altercation with his friend, police say. After the argument, police allege the suspect left and returned with a handgun, "and laid in wait for the deceased to exit the restaurant."
When BATISSE stepped out onto King St. with his girlfriend and another couple, the gunman approached and opened fire, striking BATISSE in the torso, FOWLER said. A second male was hit in the arm and is recovering. After he was hit, BATISSE staggered down King St. W. toward Dufferin St. where he collapsed on the pavement near the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce branch on the corner. Other people in the area saw the slaying.
"My understanding is they were still Friends before this altercation took place," FOWLER explained. He didn't want to elaborate on the "exact nature" of the spat, "but it definitely wasn't anything to lead up to why we're here."
BATISSE, who worked in construction, and DOUCETTE both grew up in Parkdale. The victim's younger sister, who didn't want to give her name, said her family has known the accused for a long time. "My mom babysat him too when he was younger." BATISSE's family relocated to another part of the city, but the young man remained.
The victim's younger sister said her brother was "trying to change his life around and was really a caring person, and he loved his family and Friends a lot. They meant a lot to him."
The family was supposed to get together Christmas Eve to decorate the tree and spend the holiday together, something they hadn't done for a long time, she said.
The suspect, also known as T.J., is a white male, 5-foot-8, 154 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes, and a distinct tattoo at the back of his neck. Police say the night of the shooting he was dressed in black.
He is known to hang around the Parkdale area but also has acquaintances in Niagara Falls.
Elsewhere in the city, after a relatively quiet month, gun violence flared up in the final hours leading to Christmas.
"It was a busy night," said a Toronto police officer as he and a colleague gathered up yellow crime scene tape in the entertainment district on Pearl Street, the scene of a double shooting early Sunday around 2: 41 a.m. Two people, a man and woman, were each shot in the leg in a parking lot outside the Mink nightclub after an altercation inside the club.
Both were taken to hospital but the man was released. "There's still (crime scene) tape from the last time," the officer said, pointing to a knot of plastic tape wrapped around a post.
Last month, 23-year-old Michael LINTON died after he was gunned down after an argument outside the Tequila Sunrise lounge.
Yesterday police released a photo of a "person of interest" wearing a rugby sweater with the logo Pele across the chest. The photo was taken from inside the club where more than 300 people remained at the time of the shooting.
Two other people fell victim to gun violence earlier Saturday night in the area of Ellesmere Rd. and Morningside Ave.
A woman called police after a gunman knocked on the door of a second-floor apartment at 80 Mornelle Court, and burst in, shooting her 19-year-old brother in the abdomen. Her brother is in hospital with serious injuries. Another 19-year-old was shot in the leg and was treated at hospital and released.

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BATISTA o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-01-31 published
ANTONETTE, Elizabeth (CLERMONT)
Peacefully in Montreal on Friday January 27, 2006 after a brief but courageous battle with Leukemia. Survived by her loving husband Donald. Cherished mother of Bruce (Sandra) of Tara, Christine BATISTA (Gil) and Eric (Dominique) of Montreal. Adoring grandmother of Alison, Olivia, Andrea and Ashley. Funeral Mass to be held on Tuesday January 31 at Saint Mary's Parish, Greenfield Park, Quebec. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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BATISTA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-27 published
BATISTA, Antonio Rosario (April 14, 1917-March 25, 2006)
Of Caledonia Road. Visitation 6-9 p.m. today at the Ryan and Odette Funeral Home, 1498 Dundas St. W., at Dufferin, Toronto. Mass 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Helen's Church to Prospect Cemetery. Mr. BATISTA died at Toronto Western Hospital. Parking is no problem - simply enter from Dufferin, just north of Dundas.

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BATKIN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-03-10 published
BEACH, Arnold
Peacefully at Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich, on Thursday, March 9, 2006 Mr. Arnold BEACH formerly of Goderich in his 97th year. Beloved husband of the late Jessie (STEWARD/STEWART/STUART) BEACH. Loving father of Vernon and Lucille BEACH of Kingman, Arizona, Dave and Helen BEACH of Clinton, Christina GRAHAM of Brampton, and Raymond and Dianne BEACH of Goderich. Cherished grandfather of 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by son John BEACH, daughters Barb BATKIN and Jane BEACH- LARUE, sons-in-law Ray GRAHAM, and Doug BATKIN, and by 1 granddaughter. Friends will be received at the Falconer Funeral Home, 153 High Street, Clinton on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Monday, March 13, 2006 at 2 p.m. Spring interment Clinton Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy memorial donation to the charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated.

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BATLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-10 published
LIGHTFOOT, Thomas William
Peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 9th, 2006. Tom LIGHTFOOT of Erin, formerly of Clarkson in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Anne, and the late Joan STEWARD/STEWART/STUART (1993.) Loving father of Joan WEISSHAAR (Werner) of Windsor, Ann MARK (Bill) of New Hamburg, and Kate SPARROW (Bruce) of Mississauga. Predeceased by son Tom LIGHTFOOT (1991.) Cherished Grampa of Genevieve, Julia, Whitney, Heidi, Alex, Sarah, Robbie, Maryann, and John. Dear brother of Barbara BATLEY. Predeceased by brother Calvin LIGHTFOOT. Tom enjoyed many years of farming, gardening, teaching, his family, and church. The family will receive Friends for Visitation at the Butcher Family Funeral Home, 5399 Main Street South, Erin, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 12th at 11 a.m. at the Erin United Church, with Rev. Jeff DAVISON officiating. Interment to take place at Springcreek Cemetery (Clarkson Road North, Mississauga) at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Erin United Church (Box 463, Erin, Ontario N0B 1T0) would be appreciated.

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BATMAN o@ca.on.manitoulin.howland.little_current.manitoulin_expositor 2006-02-01 published
BATMAN--In loving memory of Frances Batman, January 30, 2003.
Three years have past and gone
Since one we loved so well
Was taken from our home on earth
With Jesus Christ to dwell.
The flowers we placed on her grave
May wither and decay
But the love for her who sleeps beneath
Shall never fade away.
Lovingly remembered by Ralph, Dennis, Paul and Jackie and family, Cheryl and
Bill and family.

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BATMAN o@ca.on.manitoulin.howland.little_current.manitoulin_expositor 2006-02-01 published
BATMAN--In loving memory of a dear sister and aunt, Frances, who passed away January 30, 2003.
God took her home
It was His will
But in our hearts
She lives still.
Lovingly remembered by sister Ruth, nephew John, sister Wilhelmine, and
brother Doug.

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BATMAN o@ca.on.manitoulin.howland.little_current.manitoulin_expositor 2006-04-05 published
Rodney " Dick" Elias AELICK
His life and stories have woven a rich tapestry of memories in the lives of those who loved him. Rodney "Dick" Elias AELICK, after a struggle with cancer, died peacefully at Manitoulin Health Centre on Tuesday, March 28, 2006 in his 71st year. His family is comforted in knowing he is secure in
his Lord, Jesus Christ. Beloved husband of Gertrude (née BATMAN) for over 46
years. Loving father of Steven and wife Julie of Alliston and Darren and
wife Lisa of Lively. Adoring Papa, cherished by Krista, Molly, Trevor,
Jamieson and Jillian. Predeceased by brothers John and Bob, and parents
Elias and Hattie. Survived by brother Clifford and wife Helen of Hanmer,
sister Nola GOLDER of Little Current, sisters-in-law Marian of Sudbury and
Doris of Goderich and brother-in-law Greg BATMAN of Sheguiandah as well as
many nieces and nephews. Rodney's early working years were spent at the CPR coal dock in Little Current and at Sherman Mine in Temagami before beginning
his employment with INCO in various locations until his retirement in 1991.
Dick's true passions were his Lord, his church (Grace Bible Church in Little
Current), his family, especially his grandchildren, his farm, and his
horses. Dick was a talented story teller, and could entrance his audience
with stories of his youth, working with horses, his work life and his
family. Visitation was 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm Friday at Island Funeral Home.
Funeral service was at 2 pm, Saturday, April 1, 2006 at Grace Bible Church, Little Current, ON.

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BATOROWICZ o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-23 published
BATOROWICZ, Bola
Suddenly at Mt. Hope Centre for Long-Term Care on Monday, May 22, 2006 Bola BATOROWICZ in her 94th year. Dear wife of the late Boleslaw BATOROWICZ and the late Wiltolod KROLIWSKI. Beloved mother of Maria BATOROWICZ and her husband Mitch. Loved grandmother of Wiltolod BATOROWICZ and his wife Beata. Dear aunt of Celina PIETA and Nela and Peter KLOCK. Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 419 Hill Street, on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment in Saint Peter's Cemetery. Prayers Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. Donations to Mount Hope Centre for Long-Term Care would be appreciated.

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BATSON o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-14 published
BATSON, Loretta Elizabeth
Peacefully, with her daughter Carol at her side, at Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig on Thursday, April 13th, 2006, Loretta Elizabeth BATSON in her 89th year. Dear mother of Carol STANLEY. Loving grandmother of Jason and Christopher WOOD (fianceé Filomena MEDEIROS.) Sister of Joan HILDERBRAND, Lenore HEARD and Mary FAWCETT. Pre-deceased by son-in-law Bill STANLEY and sisters Gloria and Leona, brothers George, John, Kale, Benedict, Conrad and Stephen. Visitors will be received at the O'Neil Funeral Home, 350 William Street (South of King) on Sunday from 2: 00-4:00 p.m. Family and Friends are invited to attend at Sacred Heart Church, 153 Ann Street, in Parkhill on Monday where the Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10: 30 a.m. by Rev. M.T. RYAN. Private interment at a later date in Saint Peter's Cemetery, London. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

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BATTAGLIA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-02 published
PASSAFIUME, Sarah (née BATTAGLIA)
Peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, February 28th, 2006, in her 92nd year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Paul and daughter Mariuccia. Loving mother of Salvatore (Marialla), Thomas (Marguerite,) Rosemarie (Gus) LANZAROTTA and Rick (Janice.) Devoted Nonna "Norna" of 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Special sister of Nellina CARTA of Rome. Sarah will be forever loved by her extended family and Friends. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Rd. (north of Lawrence Ave.), Weston from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday and 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on Friday. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 2: 15 p.m. from All Saints Church, 1415 Royal York Road. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Parkinson Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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BATTAGLIA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-07 published
GORDON, Josephine Mary (née BATTAGLIA)
The family announces with sorrow her death at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Thursday, April 6, 2006, at the young age of 79. Beloved wife of John. Loving mother to David and his wife Dagmar, Nori Ann and her husband Cal, Andrew and his wife Marilynne, and Donald and his wife Cecily. Special grandmother to Dustin, Ryan, Megan, Courtney, Emma, Kristen, Michael, Blair, Brenna, Rhea and Maddison. A private family service will be held.

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BATTAGLINI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-09-28 published
BATTICUORE, Angela M.
At Victoria Hospital, London on Tuesday, September 26th, 2006, Angela M. BATTICUORE of London in her 55th year. Beloved daughter of Mrs. Rosa BATTICUORE of London and the late Antonio BATTICUORE. Dear sister of Nick BATTICUORE and Pat BATTICUORE and his wife Sally all of London. Dear niece of Ralph and Nicki BATTAGLINI, Flaminio and Nella LAVACCA and Imperia VENDRAMIN all of London. The family will receive Friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, September 30th, 2006 at 11: 00 a.m. Entombment in Holy Family Mausoluem, Saint Peter's Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 21 Grosvenor Street, London, Ontario N6A 4V2. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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BATTEN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-02-11 published
KIRBY, Helen Fay (formerly BATTEN, née LAVELLE)
Of Sarnia, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Saturday February 4, 2006 in the Cape Coral, Florida hospital. Faye, as she wished to be called, sustained a heart attack at home on January 31, 2006 and never regained consciousness. Born in Saint Marys, resident of Sarnia, and Florida "snowbird", she touched the hearts of many. Faye greatly enjoyed her work in the travel industry. Survivors include her parents, Leonard LAVELLE of Saint Marys, Helen Kurtz MITCHELL of London, sister Elizabeth "Betty" (Mrs. Fred DUBRICK) of Sebringville and two brothers, James and wife Jeanne of St. Clair, Michigan and William and wife Jill of Edmonton, son Ritchard BATTEN of Calgary, daughter Lisa BATTEN of Sebringville, granddaughter Kayleigh of Victoria, British Columbia, and step-children Scott KIRBY of Clovis, California, Reed KIRBY of San Diego, California, Allison PRYHARSKI of Culver City, California, and her husband, Major H. KIRBY, Jr. (Hank) of Cape Coral, Florida. Faye who derived great pleasure planning and participating in cruises most recently participated in a three week venture over Christmas and New Years from Ft. Lauderdale to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil with stops at four Caribbean Islands, Devi's Island and five Brazilian ports. Albums of treasured photographs including Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf remain partly assembled. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, February 15, 2006, 3: 15 p.m. at St. Peters Cathedral, London, by Father Jim MOCKLER. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the charity of your choice.

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BATTEN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-09-19 published
BUXTON, Lynn (BATTEN) (September 7 to September 19)
The quiet of my room. The rolling fields of Lewis. The warmth of my kitchen. The majesty of the Bullars. The letters and the sweaters, all woven with love. The whisper of encouragement in the bagpipes' song. You are there. You are here. Hand in hand, we will continue as we always have. And although I may not see you and although I may not hear you, never will I be alone. For your song reaches me at any time in any place and I dance in the joy of my best friend, Mom. On the day you left. With never ending love Stefanie and Phil.

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BATTEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-05 published
BATTEN, Eileen,▼ M. (see JONES)

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BATTEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-05 published
JONES, Eileen M. (formerly BATTEN)
Born in 1916 in London, England, in her youth she was an outstanding athlete. She was a Southern England diving champion and member of Hampstead's Mermaid Club, home to Olympic class swimming and diving athletes. She was ranked for the British Olympic Diving Team; however, the cancellation of the Olympic Games due to World War 2 ended her active involvement in competitive aquatic sports. She attended Barrett Street School as a scholarship student. Eileen▲ married Jack BATTEN In 1939. After the birth of their two sons, they immigrated to Canada in the 1950's, settling in Beloeil, Quebec. Jack died in 1975. The following year she married Elwyn JONES, and moved to Kingston, Ontario. Elwyn and Eileen enjoyed a wonderful life together in Kingston, and made many Friends through their involvement in cultural activities, organ, choral music, and theatre. They shared a keen love of the waters of the Bay of Quinte and Lake Ontario, and spent many hours exploring the coastline and harbours. After the death of Elwyn in 1997, Eileen remained for a time in Kingston. She moved to Toronto in 2003 to be near family members. In failing health for some time, she died peacefully on Thursday, April 26th, with family at her side. She is predeceased by two sisters, Marjorie and Jessie. She is survived and sadly missed by her sister Mabel (United Kingdom,) brother-in-law Rene, her sons, Anthony BATTEN, Toronto, and Geoffrey BATTEN (Sandra,) Calgary, and her grandchildren Justin (Heidi), David (Carmen), Samantha and Victoria (Kyle) and great grandchildren Jack, Anthony, and Eric. Also by her step-children, Margaret GIBSON (Alan), Helen ELLIS, Trevor JONES and Victor JONES (Muriel) and grandchildren Molly, Lizzie, Conrad, Emma, Ghita and Morgan. And by special family Friends, Mona and Robert, by the Gibson children, Brett, Duane, and Cara, by Zee and Terry SMITH, and children, Zachary and Bronwen, and by extended family in the United Kingdom and Australia. The family offers its heartfelt thanks to the staff at Christie Gardens for providing her with a loving home, and to the "Step-Up" staff at St. Mike's for their vigilant care in her final days. In accordance with Eileen's wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no funeral service or reception. Family and Friends are invited to attend the regularly scheduled Choral Evensong together at Toronto's Saint_James' Cathedral, 65 Church St. (at King St) 4: 30 p.m. on Sunday June 11, 2006.

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BATTEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-10-06 published
Floyd CURRY, Athlete And Hockey Coach (1925-2006)
Famous for frustrating the opposition when Rocket Richard was off the ice, the right winger won four Stanley Cups
By Mike WYMAN, Special to The Globe and Mail, Page S7
Montreal -- Like many kids before him, Floyd CURRY's best shot at avoiding a lifetime working in the mines, wrestling minerals from the Canadian Shield, lay on the ice. At 16, he skated away from the family home in Kirkland Lake to join the Ontario Hockey Association's powerhouse Oshawa Generals.
A team with deep pockets thanks to the corporate largesse of the town's main employer, General Motors, which also provided employment for the many players who chose not to finish high school, the Generals had finished ahead of the pack every year from 1937-38 through 1943-44. The year that Mr. CURRY was first on the roster, the Generals made it to the Memorial Cup finals but lost to the Portage La Prairie Terriers. In 1942-43, Mr. CURRY doubled his scoring output to 22 goals as Oshawa, once again representing the hopes of Eastern Canada, lost to the Winnipeg Rangers.
While in Oshawa, Mr. CURRY was billeted in the home of the BATTEN family, whose son, Don, was also a General. A quiet, personable sort who was far more easygoing off the ice than on it, Mr. CURRY wasn't one to break training. "He and I got along just fine." Mr. BATTEN recalled. "We took a beer once in a while. We played a lot of pool, much to the chagrin of our trainer, who didn't want us standing all day before a game."
Entering the Canadian navy after finally winning the Memorial Cup in 1944, Mr. CURRY was stationed in Toronto where he contrived to suit up for teams in both military and industrial leagues. In the fall of 1945, newly married, he signed with the Canadiens organization, beginning his 55-year association with the club as a member of the Quebec Senior Hockey League's Montreal Royals. Mr. CURRY scored 23 goals in his first professional season and 22 in the next. He was ready for bigger things.
Playing their home games at the Montreal Forum on Sunday afternoons, the Royals exciting brand of hockey attracted as many, or more, spectators as did the building's marquee tenant. With a line-up featuring such can't-miss prospects as Gerry McNeil in nets, defenceman Doug Harvey and a sprinkling of future Canadien forwards, the Royals won the Allan Cup, Canada's Senior hockey championship trophy in 1947.
Cracking the Canadiens line-up was one thing, but sticking with the team was quite another. Playing 81 regular season games and seven more playoff matches with the big club between 1947 and 1950, Mr. CURRY spent the remainder of his time in Buffalo, playing for the American Hockey League Bisons as he waited for one of less than 100 National Hockey League jobs to open up. Held back by numbers, not by a lack of talent, he continued to show an impressive scoring touch.
The fall of 1950 saw the 25-year-old, by then nicknamed "Busher," make the team out of training camp. He would be a fixture for the next eight seasons, playing an essential but unsung role as the team made it to the finals every spring.
On Dick Irvin's teams everybody had a distinct role to play. With scoring from the right side taken care of by Maurice Richard, Mr. CURRY was not on the ice for his offensive skills. His assignment was to stop the opposition from scoring while the Rocket took a breather or served one of his many penalties.
"He wasn't confused about what his role was," said Dick Duff, who faced off against Mr. CURRY while wearing Toronto Maple Leaf colours. "The way teams were set up, they had three lines and two extra guys. The extra guys got a bit of time on the third line and they were the ones who killed the first half of the penalties. They were all invaluable, and just to make the team was a big deal. They worked twice as hard as anybody else to stay there."
Countering the top left wingers around the league, Mr. CURRY was almost invisible and only drew attention to his efforts when a mistake resulted in a red light flashing behind his goaltender. In an era when referees were more likely to overlook fouls than they are today, he played a tough but clean brand of hockey and rarely resorted to the illegal tactics preferred by some of his more underhanded contemporaries.
"Busher was always highly thought of by the Montreal guys," said Mr. Duff. "There are always guys on teams that fit in good with everybody. They're good players and they don't bother anybody."
With Mr. Richard missing 22 games to injury in 1951-52, Mr. CURRY stepped up and netted 20 goals for the only time in his National Hockey League career. While other, more celebrated teammates often enjoyed multiple goal evenings, Mr. CURRY recorded just one hat trick in his 692 games with the Habs, but he picked the right game for it.
On October 29, 1951, then-Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh, later to become Prince Philip, watched the Canadians defeat the New York Rangers at the Forum. The score was a decisive 6-1, with Mr. CURRY lighting the lamp three times.
Back in the long shadows cast by his more flamboyant teammates, Mr. CURRY returned to his familiar role of shutting down the opposition with skill and effectiveness. In 1953, the Canadiens won the Stanley Cup, making him one of the few players to have collected all three major North American hockey championships. It was the first stirrings of something unprecedented in hockey history. For the next two seasons, the Canadiens narrowly lost the cup to the arch-rival Detroit Red Wings and then, with coach Toe Blake having taken over from Mr. Irvin, the Habs capitalized on their momentum and racked up a run of five consecutive championships. Mr. CURRY played on the first three winning teams in 1956, 1957 and 1958 before the wear and tear of high-level hockey took their toll and he left the National Hockey League. He played a final season with the Royals before hanging up his skates.
Leaving the ice didn't mean leaving the game. Mr. CURRY continued with the Montreal organization for more than 40 years. In the days when a handful of men ran entire hockey organizations, managers and coaches often wore more than one hat. Mr. CURRY coached farm clubs in Quebec, Cleveland and Halifax. He also worked in the Canadiens' sales and marketing office and spent several years as the club's travelling secretary, enjoying every minute of his time on the job.
"He made sure there were no problems on the road," said Mr. Duff, who joined the Canadiens in 1964. "We'd get off the train or the plane and he'd take care of everything. He'd hand out the hotel keys, tell us who we were rooming with and distribute the meal money. It was something he enjoyed because it kept him close to the team."
Mr. CURRY kept an eye older Habs, too. After Alzheimer's disease robbed Mr. Blake of his autonomy, he faithfully and regularly paid visits. He took Mr. Blake to lunch when his old coach was still able to go out and, as the disease progressed to its final, inevitable conclusion, spent long hours at his side. Mr. Blake died in 1995 and a few years later Mr. CURRY, too, was diagnosed with the same disease. He was placed in a specialized treatment centre where he spent his last years.
Floyd CURRY was born in Chapleau, Ontario, on August 11, 1925. He died at Maimonides Geriatric Centre in Montreal on September 16, 2006. He is survived by June, his wife of 61 years, daughters Dawn and Candace, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

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BATTEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-10-25 published
BATTEN, Margaret " Molly" (née HAIRE)
Peacefully at Central Park Lodge on Monday, October 23, 2006, Margaret "Molly" in her 91st year went to be with her beloved family: husband Reginald (1972,) mother Sarah HAIRE (1977,) father James HAIRE (1951,) brother William HAIRE (1972,) sister-in-law Gretchen HAIRE (1987) and brother-in-law William BENNETT (1970.) She leaves behind her sister Jean BENNETT, niece Pat BENNETT (Brian,) nephew Bill BENNETT (Janet) and great-nephews and niece and great-great-nephews and niece, stepson Reginald BATTEN and her special friend Mona ALLWORTH. The family would like to thank all the staff at Central Park Lodge on Albion Road for all their tender care, especially those on the 2nd floor. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 11: 30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 26th with the service in the chapel at 1 o'clock. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Reception to follow in the Bayview Room of the funeral home. If desired, donations to the Parkinson Society Canada, 4211 Yonge Street, Suite #316, Toronto, Ontario M2P 2A9 would be appreciated.

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BATTEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-14 published
BATTEN, Audrey
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Audrey, who after a lengthy but courageous battle with cancer died peacefully at the Trillium Health Centre in Mississauga on Wednesday, January 11, 2006. Dear mother and friend of Karen. Audrey will be dearly missed by Mel and George, Eve, Christine, Barney, Ty, Lynn Ann and Carson and many other Friends and relatives. Predeceased by parents Jack and Betty BATTEN. Special thanks to the oncology unit at Trillium and all the nursing angels on 4B Medicine for their care and support. If desired, donations in Audrey's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. A private family service has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Turner and Porter "Peel" Chapel, 905-279-7663.

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BATTEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-28 published
EVERETT, Jean (née BURNS)
Formerly of Brampton. Peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2006. Predeceased by her beloved husband Ralph (2003). Loving mother of Shirley (Bill) STEWARD/STEWART/STUART, and Wayne (Gilda.) Devoted grandmother of Jeff (Diana) STEWARD/STEWART/STUART, Julie (Jeff) BATTEN, Scott and Jen (Brent) TAILOR/TAYLOR. Beloved great-grandmother of Hunter and Chase BATTEN and Brady STEWARD/STEWART/STUART. Dear sister of Stan (Dolly) BURNS and Kay OUELLETTE. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel", 52 Main Street South (Hwy. 10), Brampton, on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment Brampton Memorial Gardens. If desired, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be sent to jean.everett@wardfh.com

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BATTERMAN o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-06-30 published
BATTERMAN, Allan
In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away 3 years ago today.
We think of you each and everyday
You heart was kind and true
And when we needed someone
We could always count on you
Our special times will not return
Those times we shared together
But with all this love
Within our heart
You'll walk with us forever.
- Love your wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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BATTERS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-18 published
MOE, Roy Ingram
(Veteran of World War 2, Technical Producer with Canadian Broadcasting Corporation for 28 years and television Ontario for 8 years)
Peacefully at his home in Gilford on Monday, April 17, 2006. Roy MOE, formerly of Toronto in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Lucille (MEMBERY.) Dear father of Susan MOORE, Leslie (Rick) DAVIES and Michelle BATTERS. Dear stepfather of Douglas (Laurie) ESSAM, Lee LEGG and Steven (Avery HAINES) ESSAM. Dear brother of Barbara SABILA. Dear brother-in-law of Glenda (late Joe) MacNAUGHTON and Edward (Patricia) MEMBERY. Also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held. Donations to Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket or to Gilford United Church would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Bradford (1-800-209-4803).

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BATTERSBY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-07-22 published
STARK, James Robert, B.A. (Hons,) M. Ed. (1932-2006)
James Robert STARK lived a full life but died after a long brave struggle on July 20, 2006 at Toronto East General Hospital. He was an educator who taught, was a Vice-principal and an adjunct professor with York University. He served East York Board of Education for 35 years in a career he loved. He coached baseball teams for many years. His appointments were to George Webster Public School, Cosburn Junior High School, then made Vice-principal at Thorncliffe Elementary, Chester Elementary and ended back at George Webster and retired there as Vice-principal (1955-1990). Lovng husband of Patricia Lynne (née BATTERSBY,) sister Susan DOYHENARD, Jessica (niece,) Andrew (nephew,) brother Bill and family. He will be missed by many Friends and family members who enriched his very rewarding lifetime. Special thanks to all the staff at the Intensive Care Unit at Toronto East General Hospital who cared for Jim during the 133 day stay of care. Donations in memory of James STARK made in his name to Toronto East General Hospital for the Intensive Care Unit would be greatly appreciated by the family. Cremation services will be private. Online condolences may be at www.tr ullfuneralsdanforth.com.

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BATTERSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-16 published
BATTERSON, Frederick Leslie
(Naval Service 1943 Petty Officer on H.M.C.S. Thetford Mines)
Active Volunteer of The United Way Committee on Aging, Canadian Red Cross with 79 blood donations, and Windsor District Health Council. Member of United Auto Workers Retired Workers Advisory Council, United Auto Workers Local 200, Border Cities Credit Union and Windsor Labour Council. Recipient of the First Charlie Brooks Award, 1998 City of Windsor Volunteer of the Year and the 125th Anniversary Medal from Governor General Ray Hnatysheyn. President of the National Pensioners and Senior Citizens Federation and Vice President of the United Senior Citizens of Ontario. Board Member of St. Clair College, Windsor Board of Education and Metropolitan General Hospital. Born May 9, 1913, Foleshill, England and raised in Peterborough, Ontario. Resident of Windsor, Ontario for 68 years. Passed away on March 13, 2006 at Mississauga, Ontario at the age of 92. Leslie, beloved husband of 71 years to Elsie (KNOWLES.) Dearest father of Sandra (Gary DUNLOP) and Karen (John WEISS.) Dearest grandfather of Dean (Karen,) David (Kathleen), Mary Elizabeth (Eric) and Paul. Beloved great-grandfather of Ryan, Kyra, Alex, Beth, Sarah, Daniel and Vanessa. Beloved brother of Shirley WATSON. A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. Friday morning, March 17, 2006 at Scott Funeral Home Mississauga Chapel, 420 Dundas St. East, Mississauga (one block west of Cawthra Rd.), 905-272-4040. In Leslie's memory, consider a donation to the Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund or Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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