BLAKEMORE o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.stayner.stayner_sun 2006-02-01 published
ROBERTSON- BLAKEMORE, Susan 'Sadie"
"Safe in the arms Of Jesus"
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2006 at the General & Marine Hospital, Collingwood in her 87th year. Sadie of Stayner, beloved wife of the late Malcolm ROBERTSON and the late Albert BLAKEMORE. Loving mother of Jean BENNETT, Eileen LORENC, Tom ROBERTSON and Jim ROBERTSON. Nana of 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Friends were received at the Carruthers and Davidson Funeral Home, Stayner (705-428-2637) on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Collingwood Fellowship Baptist Church, 4436 County Road 124, Collingwood on Wednesday, February 1, 2006 at 1 o'clock. Interment Stayner Union Cemetery. If desired, donations in Sadie's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Collingwood Fellowship Baptist Church. For more information or to sign the online guest book, log on to www.generations.on.ca
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BLAKESKEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-01-12 published
PARKER, Brian
At his home on Wednesday, January 11, 2006. Brian PARKER of Saltford and formerly of London in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Gina (ROWORTH) PARKER. Dear father of Annete (Jim) BALLANTINE and Stephen (Karen) PARKER. Loving grandfather of Victoria and Danielle. Survived by brothers Bill (Jenny) PARKER of France and Alan (Betty) PARKER of Australia, cousins Elsie (Cliff) BLAKESKEY and sister-in-law Win (Mike) STANILAND of England. Predeceased by his sister Brenda. A memorial service will be held at McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, Cambria Road at East Street, Goderich on Friday morning at 11 A.M. Cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Community Care Access Centre or the Canadian Cancer Society gratefully acknowledged.

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BLAKEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-12-13 published
BOOTH, Professor Evelyn Margaret, Doctor of Philosophical Science
Passed to eternal rest at Dufferin Oaks Nursing Home, Shelburne on Sunday, December 10, 2006; Margaret BLAKEY in her 81st year. Loving and loved mother of Christopher Paul of California; grandmother of Justin and Jesse; sister of John BLAKEY and Dorothy BLAKEY of England; predeceased by her sister Barbara CAPEL. Friend and Poet. Margaret will be missed by many. "Angels guard you in your Repose". A Celebration of life will be held in the Chapel at the Dods and McNair Funeral Home and Chapel, 21 First Street, Orangeville (519-941-1392) on Friday, December 15th, 2006 at 2: 00 p.m. The family will receive Friends 1 hour prior to service time. (Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com)

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BLAKLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-12-29 published
SMITH, Bruce Arnold
After a richly blest and fully rounded life, Bruce sailed beyond the horizon on the 26th of December, 2006 at the Hamilton General Hospital in his 88th year after a brief battle with cancer. Beloved husband of the late Beth, and the loving and highly respected father of Kim, Cam, Kirk and Ann Elise whose accomplishments made him immensely proud. Devoted father-in-law of Marilyn, Cathy and Carrie. Dearly loved Grandpa of Laura, Jerrod Bruce, Scott, Erica and Bryan. Special uncle of Susan McKNIGHT and Doctor Michael Bruce BLAKLEY. Dearest companion and partner of Betty BARNES. Predeceased by his parents Lucetta (Merriam) and Frank, and his sisters Elsie, Eva and Alma. Bruce attended Sault Collegiate Institute and was its representative at the Coronation of King George the Sixth. He was a graduate of the Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto (Victoria College) (Class of '41) and of the Ontario College of Education where he was Class President. In the Second World War, he served with Second Division Signals throughout the European campaign including Verrieres Ridge with the South Saskatchewan Regiment. He took great pride from the fact that his 35 men won no less than 12 decorations for valour and dedication. Bruce had a long career with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation as an announcer and radio host. For 23 years his morning show 'Toast and Jamboree' was a staple in thousands of household s on both sides of the border. For many years he was president of Humber Highland Curling Club and of the Toronto Marine Historical Society. He was the first Honorary Mayor of Black Creek Pioneer Village and served on the Metro Conservation Foundation. He received the Queens Confederation Medal, the North York Civic Award and the Ontario Volunteer Award. Bruce was a member of the Probus Club of Burlington, Branch 60 of the Royal Canadian Legion, the Signals Officers Club, and Monday Men's at Wellington Square United Church. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home 1167 Guelph Line, (one stoplight north of Queen Elizabeth Way) Burlington (905-632-3333) on Friday, January 5, 2007 from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline Street, Burlington on Saturday, January 6, 2007 at 1: 30 p.m. Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by Bruce's family for whom he was a role model. The bereft family members will miss his special presence and will forever try to live his legacy. The family would like you to sign the book of condolences at www.smithsfh.com O Valiant Heart

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BLAKLEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-27 published
POLLARD, Hazel May (née STEWARD/STEWART/STUART)
Peacefully, on Saturday, February 25, 2006, in her 99th year. Predeceased by parents William STEWARD/STEWART/STUART and Adeline BLAKLEY, and brother Ralph. Visitation and Service will be held in the Chapel of the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Tuesday, February 28th, with visitation from 7: 00-7:30 p.m. and Funeral Service at 7: 30 p.m.

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BLALOCK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-19 published
BANKS, Margaret Henderson " Peggy"
Passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2006 in her 89th year at Saint Luke's Nursing Home in Cambridge. Dear wife of the late Alexander "Sandy" BANKS. Loving mother of David and his wife Andrea of Cambridge. Dear aunt of Margaret JOHNSON of Jacksonville, Florida. Predeceased by her sister Magdalene BLALOCK of Jacksonville, Florida and her brothers Tom and John of Edinburgh, Scotland. Friends may call on Friday from 7-9 p.m. at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home, 6150 Yonge Street, (at Goulding, south of Steeles). Funeral Service will be held at the Chapel on Saturday, January 21, 2006 at 1 o'clock. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Condolences www.rskane.ca.

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BLAMEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-23 published
LANDER, Edna Agnes May
Passed away peacefully at the Credit Valley Hospital on Friday, April 21, 2006 in her 83rd year. Predeceased by her husband Jack and her son Jamie. Beloved mother of Hilda JACKSON (Art,) Donna LANDER- BLAMEY (Dave), Barbara DUBEAU (Doug), and Glenda BARRIE. She will be missed by her six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Our thanks to the Emergency Room and Oncology nurses at the Credit Valley Hospital. At Edna's request, a private cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Neweduk Funeral Home "Mississauga", 905-828-8000.

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BLANC o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-14 published
BINT, Thomas Samuel
Passed away at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Monday, February 13, 2006 in his 83rd year. Thomas BINT of Orillia, beloved husband of Dorothy BINT (née WATTERSON.) Loving father of Larry BINT of Whitby; Sharon DICKSON/DIXON and husband William of Cumberland Beach; Karen MORRISON and husband Ronald of Cumberland Beach Michele PRYKE and husband Gary of Barrie and grandfather of Ronnie, Darrel MORRISON; Danielle RICHARD- DICKSON/DIXON, Kristin DICKSON/DIXON; Kyle LE BLANC, and Krista PRYKE. The late Mr. BINT will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel on Thursday, February 16, 2006 at 1 o'clock. Cremation to follow. All members of the Moose Lodge No. 1217 are asked to gather at the Funeral Home for a service Wednesday evening at 6: 45 p.m. If desired, memorial donations to Moose Lodge Children's Camp would be gratefully appreciated. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.mundellfunerlhome.com

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-01-03 published
ROSZEL, Clayton Dixon
Passed away at Central Park Lodge on Sunday, January 1, 2006 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Marie ROSZEL (née DICK) for 64 years. Loving father of Allan (Mary) ROSZEL, Katharine (Harold) BLANCHARD and Keith (Debbie) ROSZEL. Cherished grandfather of; Suzanne (Doug) NETHERCOTT, Jeff (Theresa) ROSZEL, Brad (Trudy) BLANCHARD and Scott (Kanina) BLANCHARD and great-grandchildren Britney and Skylar NETHERCOTT, Trevor, Brendan, Evan and Adam BLANCHARD. Predeceased by sisters; Amy, Almeda and Aileen and brother Art. A Service of Remembrance will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), London, on Friday, January 6, 2006 at 3 p.m. (Visitation one hour prior). Cremation has taken place. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home 452-3770.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-07-22 published
BAILEY, William Jack
At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 William Jack BAILEY of Port Franks, age 80. Beloved husband of the late Isabel (BLANCHARD) (1997) and loving father of Kevin and grand_son Max. Brother of Eddie and Babs BALL. Predeceased by brothers Brian, Gordon, Reginald and sister Mary Elizabeth. Jack served in the Royal Canadian Navy in World War 2 and was a member of the Forest Legion, #176. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, July 24, 2006 at the Gilpin Funeral Chapel Forest at 6 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to service. Memorial donations to the Cancer Society gratefully acknowledged.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-09-11 published
COMEAU, George
Peacefully after a short illness at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Campus, on Saturday September 9, 2006, George COMEAU of Komoka in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Carole COMEAU (née BLANCHARD.) Dear father of Wendy (Jim) HILL of Komoka, Lisa STANTON (Brian KESTELOOT) of London, Lora COMEAU (Mark BENN) of London, Michael COMEAU (Kathy MADRONICH) of Woodstock. Dear grandpa of Eric and Josh HILL, Nicholas (Tiffany) ADAM/ADAMS, Amanda and Kaitlyn COMEAU. Great-grandpa of Natalie, Olivia and Mallory. Remembered fondly by siblings Alma MUISE, Ida WORTHYLAKE, Bertha COMEAU, Hilda SAULNIER, Laura COMEAU, Fred, Raymond, Harold, Henry, and Anthony COMEAU, Eleanor HICKS, Jane MELANSON and predeceased by brother Tom and sister Lavenia. Friends may call at the Elliott-Maddill Komoka Chapel (22568 Komoka Road 519-264-1100) on Thursday, September 14 from 11am-12 p.m. where a memorial service will be held at 12 p.m. Reverend Don KEENLISIDE officiating. Interment Campbell Cemetery at a later date. Donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-10-14 published
BLANCHARD, Don
In memory of a loving husband and father, Don, who passed away October 16, 2004.
Those we love don't go away
They walk beside us every day.
Love and miss you always, Marlene, Mark, Rebecca and Jamie.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-28 published
IREDALE, Norman J.
At London Health Sciences Centre, University Campus, on Tuesday, December 26, 2006, Norman J. IREDALE age 60 years of Saint Marys. Beloved husband of Jackie (MELVILLE) IREDALE. Loving father of Chris IREDALE and Laurie COWARD, Tim and Susan IREDALE, Jessica and John HODKINSON. Proud grandfather of Hayden, Liam, Erin, Jordan, Loghan and Ryan. Dear brother of Grace KINBERGER, Robert and Jackie IREDALE, Orville IREDALE Jr., Ann Marie BURLEY and William. Dear brother-in-law of Dorothy DIEHL, George and Ruth MELVILLE, Larry and Sharon MELVILLE and Sharon and Frank BARNES. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Orville and Myrtle (HERMAN) IREDALE and his mother and father-in-law Max and Dorothy (BLANCHARD) MELVILLE. Sister▼ and brothers-in-law Joan and Art MARTIN, Bill and Ella MELVILLE, Richard MELVILLE and Fred KINBERGER. Resting at the L.A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water Street, N., Saint Marys on Friday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 30, 2006 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Dalice SIM officiating. In his memory, donations to Sick Kids Foundation, 14th Floor, 525 University Ave., Toronto, Ontario M5G 2L3 would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-03-04 published
KWICINSKI, Larry
On Saturday, February 18th, 2006, Larry KWICINSKI lost his 9 month battle with pancreatic cancer. Larry passed away peacefully at his home in Woodside, California. Larry was born in Welland, Canada on August 5th, 1948. Larry moved to Toronto when he was 18 years old and lived there for more than 25 years. Larry moved from Toronto to California in 1998 with his wife, Nanci CALDWELL and his daughter, Adriana. Larry retired from the software industry 3 years ago where he was the Chief Executive Officer of a company he founded - Sales Gorilla. Larry also had a distinguished career at General Electric and Hewlett Packard for 10 and 8 years respectively. Larry was a man who lived every aspect of his life to the fullest. Larry could light up a room just with his presence; he didn't need words - tall and very handsome, his face warm and welcoming, his smile wide and eyes sparkling. And as his daughter, Adriana says, his wink could light a whole town of people's hearts. Larry loved to laugh and had a great sense of humour. Larry was known for his love of playing - Adriana's Friends saw Larry as their friend. He not only joined the kids in play but he was the impetus for so much of their fun. Nothing made Larry happier than spending a day playing with Adriana and her Friends. Larry was a well educated man, a wise man, a life long learner. Larry's first degree was a degree in Electronics from Ryerson; while he was at Hewlett Packard he went back to York University and did his M.B.A.; and when Adriana was a baby, he went back to school part time to University of Waterloo and received his Masters in Environmental Studies. Larry loved to read and to learn and although he would share his wisdom he did not have a need to prove his wisdom. Larry loved nature and the outdoors - it was a passion that Larry shared with Adriana. Larry had travelled to the Canadian Arctic many times throughout his life and began sharing the Arctic with Adriana when she was in 5th grade. Larry and Adriana had 4 wonderful trips to the Arctic together - 3 in winter and 1 in summer. Larry also loved kayaking, snowshoeing, canoeing and in recent years went back to his Canadian roots by taking up ice hockey. Perhaps more than anything, what defined Larry were his values. Larry was an honest man. True to himself and true to others. He was a man of the highest integrity. Larry was a man that defined himself by who he was not by what he had. Larry touched so many lives in such a positive way and he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his loving wife Nanci, and his adoring daughter Adriana. He is also survived by his parents Betty and Chester KWICINSKI (Welland, Ontario;) and his brothers and sisters (all of Canada:) Betty Lou DIMATTIO; Barry KWICINSKI; Brenda MICHENER Randy KWICINSKI; Cindy BLANCHARD; Jerry KWICINSKI; his wife's parents: Bill and Fran CALDWELL (Brockville, Ontario;) brothers-and sisters-in-law (all of Canada:) Mike DIMATTIO; JoAnne KWICINSKI Art BLANCHARD; Carol CALDWELL; Michael and Judy CALDWELL; Susan CALDWELL and Mark EGIT; Terri and Paul JENKINSON; Patti CALDWELL. He is survived by many nieces and nephews that loved their uncle dearly: Beth, Michael, Alison, Jessica, Justin, Alexandria, Curtis, Evan, Jessica, Jacob, Jennifer, Patrick, Shaindel, Ruby, Megan, Jill, Sam, Lee and Sophie. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Larry's name to PanCan (www.pancan.org) or the Canadian Wildlife Federation (1-800-563-9453 Ext. 211).

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-06-05 published
SANDERSON, Margaret Ann (née KEMP)
Passed away at South Lake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Saturday, June 3, 2006 at age 49 years. Beloved wife of Steve. Loving mother of Joel (deceased) and Jessica. Dear daughter of Stan and Ethel KEMP of Mississauga and sister of Paula MUNOZ, Jeff KEMP and his wife Christine, and David KEMP and his wife Eileen. Sister-in-law▲ of Karen and her husband Wade BLANCHARD. Also sadly missed by nieces and nephews Philip, Andrea, and Rebecca Matthew, Michael and Stephen; Riley, Jacob and Noah; Kayla and Melissa. Maggie will be sadly missed by all her family, Friends and colleagues. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter 'Peel' Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St. (Hwy. 10, North of Queen Elizabeth Way) from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at 11 a.m. from St. Patrick's Church, 921 Flagship Dr., Mississauga (at Tomken Rd.). Cremation to follow. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-11 published
THOMS, Michael
Long time employee and recently retired from Nortel Networks. Suddenly, at his home, with his family by his side, on Sunday, January 8th, 2006 at the age of 57. Beloved life long companion of Karen CADEAU. son of the late Captain William and Marie THOMS. Dear brother of James (Leanne) THOMS, Jo-Anne (Jack) McALLISTER, Richard (Alison) THOMS, Rose Marie (Gerard) HOOK, Cynthia (Bob KING) BRESSETTE, Terry (Irena NELSON) THOMS and Catherine (Andrew) LESPERANCE and predeceased by Suzanne THOMS. Dear nephew of Barbara BLANCHARD, Dorothy O'KEEFE, Anne BOYKO and Lena HALL. Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the Nicholls Funeral Home, 330 Midland Avenue, Midland on Thursday, January 12th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Ann's Church, Penetanguishene on Friday, January 13th at 11 a.m. Spring interment Saint John's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Waubaushene. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. The family invites you to sign the "Book of Condolence" at obituariestoday.com

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-18 published
GROFF, Genevieve Eileen (née BLANCHARD)
Peacefully, at The Wenleigh in Mississauga on Sunday, January 15, 2006 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Harry GROFF. Loving mother of Katharyn ROUSE and her husband Ron and Phil GROFF and his wife Ardeth, all of Mississauga. Loved grandmother of Carolyn, Steven, Blair and Adam. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at Stonehouse-Whitcomb Funeral Home, 11 Mountain Street, Grimsby (905-945-2755) on Thursday, January 19, 2006 at 10 a.m. until the time of Memorial Service at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Interment Queen's Lawn Cemetery. A longtime resident of Grimsby, in lieu of flowers, donations to the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-28 published
BLANCHARD, Janice Marie
Peacefully, on Thursday, January 26, 2006. Janice, in her 74th year, beloved wife of the late Etienne. Sister of Alan HEPBURN. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Giffen-Mack "Scarborough" Funeral Home and Cremation Centre (416) 281-6800.

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BLANCHE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-07-19 published
COOK, Dallas (née CHURCH)
On Monday, July 17, 2006, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, in her 72nd year. Beloved wife of the late David Kenneth COOK (March, 27, 2004) and loving mother of Stanley and Kim COOK, Terry and Cheryl COOK, Tim COOK, Mike COOK all of Saint Thomas, Teresa and Brian KENNEY of Columbus and Brescia and Doug VAN VELZER of Saint Thomas. Loving grandmother of Jenny, Carrie, David, Sean, Natasha, Nora, David, Alanna, Brenna and Dawn, and great-grandmother of Torin. Predeceased by 2 brothers Joseph and John CHURCH. Dallas was born in Toronto on December 16, 1934, the daughter of the late John and Nora (BLANCHE) CHURCH. She was a member of Saint Anne's Church. Dallas was believed that family was the number one priority and she was the world's greatest optimist. Resting at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas until Friday and then to Saint Anne's Church where Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10: 30 a.m. Interment to follow in Union Cemetery. Visitation Thursday from 2: 30 to 4:30 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home on Thursday at 4: 00 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital (Palliative Care Unit).

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BLANCHE o@ca.on.simcoe_county.orillia.the_packet× 2006-07-19 published
Ex-chief an innovator
By Amy LAZAR, Wednesday, July 19, 2006
In 1974, William (Bill) BLANCHE hired Orillia's first policewoman.
He also implemented new technology, successfully lobbied for a new police building and built partnerships between the force, the public and social-awareness clubs.
The city's former police chief, who died peacefully at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on July 17, was forward-thinking and innovative, said longtime friend and colleague Don MILLER.
"I admired the man because of his honesty, his uprightness, and for what he gave to the country's military service," said Miller.
BLANCHE, a Second World War veteran, served with the Toronto Scottish regiment, Royal Canadian Armed Service Corps, from 1936-45. The longtime resident of Orillia held the position of police chief between 1971 and 1980.
Before he was chief, BLANCHE was promoted to staff sergeant, leaving a vacancy in the forensic identification department.
MILLER trained to take over for him, and they worked together until BLANCHE's retirement in 1980.
They stayed in touch, however, and both attended a police force reunion in June.
A funeral service will take place at Mundell Funeral Home on Friday at 11 a.m.
Members of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 34 will gather there for a service at 7 p.m.
Memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer Society.

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BLANCHER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-04 published
RILEY, Agnes Johnston (née DUNCAN)
At PeopleCare Tavistock, on Saturday, December 2, 2006, Agnes Johnston RILEY (née DUNCAN) passed away peacefully in the loving presence of her family, in her 106th year. Beloved mother of June PIKE (Wilfred) of Thedford, Mary OLDER (Len) of Thamesford and Florence THOMLISON (Spence) of Cambridge. Much loved grandmother of sixteen grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Hugh, sister Jean BLANCHER, daughter Jean Elizabeth CONLON, son Donald Hugh RILEY, grand_son Ralph CONLON, granddaughter Darlene RUSSELL, daughter-in-law Gwen RILEY, son-in-law George CONLON, and beloved companion Len ROWDEN. Agnes was born on November 19, 1901 in Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Scotland. She made Woodstock her home from 1939 to 2003 and was a member of the Moose Lodge and Rose Rebekah Lodge, Woodstock for many years. Special thanks to the staff of PeopleCare Tavistock for their care and Friendship to Agnes in her final years. Friends will be received at the Smith-LeRoy Funeral Home, 69 Wellington Street North, Woodstock on Monday, 7-9 p.m. A Rebekah Lodge service will be held at the funeral home on Monday evening at 6: 30 p.m. under the auspices of Floreat Rebekah Lodge No. 283. Funeral service in the chapel on Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at 1: 00 p.m. preceded by a Moose Lodge service at 12: 45 p.m. Interment at Oxford Memorial Park Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Smith-LeRoy, (519) 537-3611. Personal condolences may be sent at www.smithleroy.com

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BLANCHETTE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-03 published
FREED, Alvin George
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Alvin George FREED of Tillsonburg announces his passing at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday May 2, 2006 in his 83rd. year. Beloved husband and best friend of 62 years to his wife Mary "Helen" FREED (nee: WALKER.) Dear and much loved father of Sandra (David) YATES of Milton; Barbara (Tom) HARRIS of Chatham; George FREED of Tillsonburg; Kevin FREED of Tillsonburg. Cherished and forever loved by his 9 grandchildren Michelle; Darren PARKER and his fiancée Judy BLANCHETTE; Tom Jr.; Cindy HARRIS and her friend Joe DALE; Joel; Katie; Kelly; David; Nathan. Cherished great grandfather of two great-grandchildren Cassandra and Miles. Dear brother of Doris TAILOR/TAYLOR of Ladner, British Columbia. Also, survived by cousins Barry (Margaret) BROOKES of Vancouver, British Columbia Alvin was predeceased by his brothers Cyril FREED of Ladner, British Columbia and Ron FREED of Renton, Washington. Alvin was an Air Force mechanic during World War 2 stationed in Aylmer. He was also a lathe operator at Livingston Industries of Tillsonburg for 43 years until his retirement. At Alvin's request there will be no public visitation or funeral service at this time. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service for Alvin will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Tillsonburg at a later date. (To be announced at that time.) At the family's request memorial donations (payable by cheque) may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation; Canadian Diabetes Association, or to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Tillsonburg. Ostrander's Funeral Home 43 Bidwell St. Tillsonburg (842-5221) entrusted with funeral arrangements. Personal condolences may be sent to www.ostrandersfuneralhome.com

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BLAND o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-05 published
WARD, Lillian (née HALL) (June 29, 1918-February 3, 2006)
With great sadness, but joy for a life well lived, the family announces the passing of a beloved sister and cherished aunt, at Humber River Regional Hospital, in her 88th year. Dear sister of James HALL, and sister-in-law of Dorothy HALL, Marie FRASER, and Marietta ALLWARD. Lil joins her husband of 59 years, Lou WARD, who died in 2001, as well as her parents James and Frances HALL, her brothers Sidney and George, and sisters Peggy (Fleming) and Jean (Orr). Aunt Lil leaves behind her devoted nieces and nephews Steve and Glen, Vicki and Deb, Tim and Carolyne ORR, Brian and Adriana FRASER, Lyndia and Bill HENDRY, Wayne and Pat HALL, Don and Jane HALL, Karen and Bob MILETTE, Bob and Glenda FLEMING/FLEMMING, and Bruce and Mary FLEMING/FLEMMING. Fondly remembered as a "great-aunt" to Bradly and Michelle, Heather, Melissa, Jeffery and Michelle, Dawn, David, Dave and Jenny, Jennifer, Nicole, Michael, Danielle, Lise Marie, Aaron and Andrea. A "great-great-aunt" to James, Bryn and Marcus HALL. Adopted friend to Rita BLAND and remembered by a host of others over the years from her days at Toronto Pharmacal, John A. Huston's Co., Lanair Travel, York Seniors Bowling League and North York Seniors. Family and Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Road (north of Lawrence Ave.), Weston, two hours prior to the Funeral Service in the Chapel on Tuesday, February 7 at 11: 30 a.m. Interment to follow at Prospect Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Hearing Society, 271 Spadina Road, Toronto M5R 2V3.

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BLAND o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-18 published
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH, Chris
Passed away suddenly, at Rouge Valley Hospital, on March 16, 2006, in her 79th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Ted. Loving sister to Ian CHEYNE (Margaret) and the late Ronald CHEYNE of Scotland and Edwina BLAND. Fondly remembered by her niece Pat YARMEY (Jerry.) Will be sadly missed by all of her family and Friends. Private family interment.

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BLANDFORD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-12 published
BLANDFORD. George W.
A resident of Dresden, passed away peacefully at the C.K.H.A. Sydenham Campus, Wallaceburg with his family by his side on Saturday, June 10, 2006 at the age of 83. Born in London, Ontario, son of the late George D.A. and Constance (WELD) BLANDFORD. George was a veteran of World War 2, serving in the Highland Light Infantry during the Liberation of Holland, he also fought in France, Germany, and Belgium. He was Past President of the Dresden Legion Br. #113, Zone A3 Commander, District A Commander, and Provincial Educational Officer. He taught high school in Dresden from 1956-1988, he was head of the Geography Department. Beloved husband of A. Phyllis (SMITH) BLANDFORD. Loving father of Nancy and Al McFADDEN of R.R.#4 Dresden, David and Lori BLANDFORD of London. Loving grandfather of Carson McFADDEN, Kyle and Jordan BLANDFORD. Dear Brother of Edmund "Ted" and Dorothy BLANDFORD of Windsor, Bob and Francine BLANDFORD of Mississauga. The BLANDFORD family will receive Friends at the Badder Visitation and Reception Centre, 679 North Street, Dresden (519-683-4444) on Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. The Royal Canadian Legion Br. #113, Dresden will hold a legion service on Tuesday evening at 6: 45 p.m. The Memorial Service will take place on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 7: 00 p.m. with Rev. Christine O'REILLEY and Rev. Andrew SONG officiating. Interment of Cremains at Woodland Cemetery, London at a later date. Donations may be made at the visitation centre by cheque to the Dresden Legion Poppy Fund or the Parkinson Foundation. Online condolences and donations may be left at our website www.badderfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Badder Funeral Homes, Thamesville. "A tree will be planted in Memory of George BLANDFORD in the Badder and Robinson Memorial Forest, Mosa Twp."

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BLANK o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-03-29 published
MORRISON, Sally L. (FANCY)
Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London on Tuesday March 28th, 2006 with the 5 B's at her side, Sally L. (FANCY) MORRISON of London in her 77th year. Much loved mother of Brenda PATRICK and her husband William, Bonnie MORRISON, Brian MORRISON and his wife Louise, Bradley MORRISON and his wife Kathleen, and Barry MORRISON and his wife Janine all of London. Dear sister of Lee BLANK and his wife Judy of St. Catharines and Tommy FANCY and his wife Joan of Jordan Station. Also greatly loved by her 9 grandchildren Sean, Elizabeth, Gillian, Danny, Cory, Cassandra, Greg, Jordan and Danielle. Sally was an active member of Beta Signa Phi Sorority for over 55 years. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday March 31st at 1 p.m. As expression of sympathy memorial donations would be appreciated to Saint_Joseph's Health Care Foundation (for Parkwood Hospital Palliative Care) c/o 268 Grosvenor Street, London N6A 4V2. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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BLANK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-07-03 published
BLANK, Tibor, M.D., F.R.C.S., F.I.C.S.
Passed away peacefully at home. son of Doctor Antal BLANK, a rural district physician and Irma DE SUTO. Tibor was born on August 17th, 1926. After matriculation from Sarospatak Collegiate, he entered Budapest University of Medical Sciences and graduated in 1952, "summa cum laude" (full honours) His postgraduate training in Ob, Gyn followed in a westernmost city, off the Austrian border. Tibor was hoping to escape the communist country, because he felt that he could not live there. The Iron Curtain was built in such a way that it was impossible to pass. On October 23rd, 1956, the Hungarian Revolution and freedom fight exploded. He organized the revolutionary council of his local hospital. On November 4th, the Soviet army returned with a vengeance and re- established the communist system. Tibor escaped to Austria with his wife and son. They made their way to Canada, (his dream country) and soon began his internship in Hamilton, Ontario. After completing his examinations and postgraduate specialty training, he joined a medical group of 5 doctors, in a Northern Ontario town (Hearst), where he provided general surgery, in addition to his specialty for 10 years. In 1970, he moved to Mississauga, of course confining his practice to Obs. Gyn. In 1982 he quit doing Obstetrics, because he felt that the field was not appreciated commensurate to its importance. He confined his work to Gynaecological Urogenital and Infertility surgery. Tibor retired in 1992, 40 years after he graduated. He is survived by his loving wife Gail (née WALSH) dearest father of Tibor, Rob and George and stepdaughter Jamie Lynn HADY; missed by his brother and sister Alador and Martha, both of Hungary. As per Tibor's wishes, private family cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the Dennis Toll Funeral Home, Brantford www.dennistoll.ca "Szeretlek Tibikem"

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BLANK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-09-16 published
JASTRZEMBSKI, Lucja (née CLAPA)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved 'Lucja', peacefully and quietly on Friday, September 15th, 2006, at home, in her 61st year, after a long battle with brain cancer. Cherished wife of 32 years to Bronislaw. Loving mother of Julia (Jastrzembski) and Martin TRAIN and the Train family, and Arthur and Rachel. Much loved Grandma (Babcia) to Caitlyn and Liam. Predeceased by her parents in Poland, Julianna and Wincenty CLAPA. Deeply missed and mourned by her Aunt and Uncle Apolonia and Waclaw MONIK, cousins Grace (MONIK) and Kent PARIS and children Alexander and Matthew, Dorothy (MONIK) and Dave BLUE and son Connor, Estella and Edmond BLANK and family. Cherished Friends Maria BOKSA and Shama SINGH and their families. She will also be deeply mourned and missed by her family and Friends in Poland, sisters Danusia SMOLAREK and Kashia SKWAREK and families Aunt Mania and family; Yolanta STOLARCZYK and Heniek YASTREMBSKI and families. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West, at Windermere, east of the Jane subway on Sunday, September 17th from 5 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass to be held at Saint Mark's Roman Catholic Church, 277 Park Lawn Road on Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at 10 a.m. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery.

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BLANK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-22 published
BLANK, Sharon Lynne
After a 20 month struggle with ovarian cancer, Sharon died at home on January 19, 2006. She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on September 1, 1961. She is survived by husband Christian STANSFIELD, brothers David BLANK and Gordon BLANK of Winnipeg, and nephew Robert BLANK also of Winnipeg. Sharon was predeceased by her father, Norman BLANK, mother Edna May Clarke (née HICKLING,) brother Donald BLANK, sister-in-law Wendy BLANK (née TOMCHUK,) and nephew Daniel BLANK. Sharon had been a secondary school teacher for the last 10 years after a career as a project manager in an architectural firm. She loved quilting, reading, gardening and her cat, Tigger. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2006 at 11: 00 a.m. at the Cliffcrest United Church at 1 McCowan Road in Scarborough. The family wishes to thank those who called, wrote, visited, laughed, cried, prayed, gave care to and loved Sharon and the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United Church of Canada Foundation or to the Lester B. Pearson Collegiate Scholarship Fund, where she taught.

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BLANKENSTEIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-08 published
SLIWIN, Cecile
On Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Sunnybrook Hospital. Cecile SLIWIN beloved wife of Albert. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Laura and Stephen STEINHAUER, Fay and Harvey BLANKENSTEIN. Adored grandmother of Ashley, David, Adam, Dani, and Rikki. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Rose and Jack SHEINER. Loving sister-in-law of Bernard and Paulette SLIWIN, Harvey and Elise KALLES. Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Loving gratitude to Betty, and Jordana. Special thanks to Rhea, and Leila and the outstanding nursing and medical staff of C3. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Monday, May 8, 2006 at 12 noon. Interment Adath Israel Section of Pardes Shalom Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Sunnybrook Foundation in Support of Cancer Research, 416-480-4483, www.sunnybrook.ca/foudation.

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BLANSHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-24 published
BOWIE, William A. " Bill"
At London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital, on Friday, December 22nd, 2006, surrounded by his family, William A. "Bill" BOWIE of Parkwood Hospital, London, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Marion (MARSH) BOWIE. Best friend and loving companion of Jean STRUTHERS of London. Dear father of Jim BOWIE and his wife Wanda of Windsor, Ruth YOUNG and her husband Robert of Ilderton and Margaret BOWIE of London. Loved by his 6 grandchildren Andrew (Leah), Charles (Lee), Jenny, Heather, Anne Marie and Michael, and his 2 great-grandchildren Benjamin and Claire. Dear brother of Jean BELL and her husband Albert of London, and survived also by his brother-in-law Leaman MARSH and his wife Gerda of London, and his sister-in-law Ruth BLANSHARD of London. Bill proudly served his country as a Flight Lieutenant in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War 2, and was formerly a resident of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, and Windsor. In his early adult years, Bill was very active musically and was a tenor soloist in both the London area and Alberta. In later years, Bill very much enjoyed both golfing and sailing. Friends will be received 1 hour prior to the funeral service (12 Noon-1 p.m.) being held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Thursday, December 28th at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow, with private interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to Saint_Joseph's Health Care Foundation (for Parkwood Hospital Veterans' Care), 268 Grosvenor Street, London N6A 4V2, or the Parkinson Society Canada, 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London N6L 1G5. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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BLARICOM o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-01 published
JOHNSTON, James Anderson
Suddenly on Friday, December 30, 2005, in his 90th year. Loving father of Heather JOHNSTON and Lois (Gary) FAGAN. Beloved grandfather of Grant VAN BLARICOM (fiancée Jasmine FILLMORE), Jennifer (Colin) DEBRUIJN, Marian VAN BLARICOM, and Derek FAGAN. Predeceased by granddaughter Andrea VAN BLARICOM. Friends will be received at the Dixon-Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main St. N. (Markham Rd.), Markham on Tuesday, January 3, 2006 from 11: 30 a.m. until time of service in the chapel at 1 p.m. Reception to follow at Dixon-Garland. Interment to follow at Briar Hill Cemetery, Sutton. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice. Thanks to the staff at the Wexford Residence where he was a long time resident.

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BLASAK o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2006-03-22 published
McBRIDE, Ethel▼ (DOVEY)
Passed away peacefully at Errinrung Nursing Home in Thornbury on Monday, March 20, 2006 at the age of 90 years. Ethel (DOVEY) McBRIDE, beloved wife of the late Charles McBRIDE. Dear mother of Shirley and her husband Paul BLASAK of Innisfil and Marion and her husband Tom EDWARDS of Singhampton. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Kim and her husband Jimmy AUGOULAS, Shelley▼ and her husband Jeff CONN, Terry and her husband Greg PEARSON and five great-grandchildren Riley and Mackenzie PEARSON, Bradley▼ and Jordan CONN and Peter AUGOULAS. Predeceased▼ by three brothers and six sisters. Funeral services were held at the Chatterson-Long Funeral Home, 404 Hurontario Street, Collingwood, on Wednesday, March 22 at 11 a.m. Interment -Stayner Union Cemetery.
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BLASAK o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.collingwood.enterprise-bulletin 2006-03-24 published
McBRIDE, Ethel▲ (DOVEY)
Passed away peacefully at Errinrung Nursing Home, in Thornbury on Monday, March 20, 2006 at the age of 90 years. Ethel (DOVEY) McBRIDE beloved wife of the late Charles McBRIDE. Dear mother of Shirley and her husband Paul BLASAK of Innisfil and Marion and her husband Tom EDWARDS of Singhampton. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Kim and her husband Jimmy AUGOULAS, Shelley▲ and her husband Jeff Conn, Terry and her husband Greg PEARSON and 5 great-grandchildren Riley and Mackenzie PEARSON, Bradley▲ and Jordan CONN and Peter AUGOULAS. Predeceased▲ by 3 brothers and 6 sisters. Funeral services were held at the Chatterson-Long Funeral Home, 404 Hurontario Street, Collingwood, on Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at 11 a.m. Interment Stayner Union Cemetary.

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BLASKOVITCH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-11 published
WHITE/WHYTE, Alice Annie May (ROWAT)
(Member Havelock Belmont Royal Canadian Legion Branch no. 389, Life Member A.N.A.F.)
At Helen Henderson Care Centre, Amherstview on Thursday, February 9, 2006, Alice ROWAT formerly of Havelock in her 85th year. Wife of the late Clifford WHITE/WHYTE. Dear mother of Louise STIPCEBICH of Brantford, Douglas of Norwood, David of Kingston, Peter of South River and Peggy of Waterford. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Sister of Campbell, Graham, Josephine DAVIS, Grace BLASKOVITCH, Donna SELF, Marie DAVIS, John and the late Barbara, Douglas and Lloyd. Friends are invited to call at Brett "Havelock" Chapel (705-778-2231) after 12: 30 p.m. Tuesday until time of service at 2: 00 p.m. If desired, donations may be made (by cheque only) to the A.N.A.F. Veterans. Legion Service 12: 30 p.m. Tuesday.

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