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CASGRAIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-07-04 published
CASGRAIN, David Wilson
Peacefully after a brief illness in the Montreal General Hospital on June 30, 2006. Predeceased by wife Nannette (GIBAUT.) Beloved father of Tim and his wife Sheila (CRAIG) and David and his fiancee, Kim LAWSON. Loving grandfather of Sean, Alynn and Stuart. He will be sadly missed by his sister, Elaine-Ann MacFARLANE and his sister-in-law, Joanne NORRIS and many Friends and relatives. A celebration of his life will be held on July 5, 2006 at 2: 00 p.m. at Mount Royal Crematorium Chapel in Montreal. For those who wish a donation to their favourite charity would be greatly appreciated.

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CASHA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-05 published
CLARKE, Frederick G. " Ted" H.Bus.Admin.; C.A.; M.S.W., Pres. Clarke Quality Management Inc.
Gently and peacefully passed away in his 73rd year on May 2, 2006 in the Palliative Care Unit of the Etobicoke General Hospital. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 50 years, Barbara (née STEPHENS;) sons Stephen and David; daughter Deborah, her husband Ron CASHA, and their son Aaron, daughter Catharine and her husband Mario PLOURDE. He will also be missed by his brother Lorimer CLARKE, his wife Louise, their families and many Friends and colleagues. A private service and interment has taken place. A Memorial Service of Remembrance and Reflection will be held at 2 p.m., May 13, 2006 at Humbervale United Church, 1447 Royal York Rd., Etobicoke. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Palliative Care Unit, Etobicoke General Hospital would be appreciated.

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CASHABACK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-20 published
CASHABACK, Leda (née SKREBIEC)
Peacefully on Tuesday, April 18, 2006 at the Scarborough Centenary Hospital, Leda, age 79, beloved wife of the late John Joseph CASHABACK. Predeceased by her parents Mary and Sam. Treasured Mother of Barbara and Mary Ann. Dear sister of Steve (Mary) of Niagara Falls and the late Tom. Sister-in-law of Walter, Helen and Eddie and the late Bill, Mike and Ambrose. Dearest aunt of Bev, Tom, Jimmy, Betty Ann, Dom and Randy, and she also leaves her many great-nieces and nephews. Leda will also be missed by her cat "Smokey". Friends may call at Pine Hills Visitation, Chapel and Reception Centre, 625 Birchmount Rd. (N. of St. Clair Ave. E., 416-267-8229) on Friday, April 21, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service to commemorate Leda's life will be held in the chapel on Saturday at 3: 00 p.m., followed by a reception at Pine Hills. Private cremation. If desired, a donation may be made to the Diabetes Association. A special thank you to the caring nursing staff of 3 West.

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CASHEN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-03-07 published
MEYER, Bernice▼ Catherine▼ (née KNOLL)
In her 94th year went peacefully to be with her God and husband John on Sunday, March 5, 2006, at the Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London. The daughter of the late Catherine and Joseph KNOLL, is the last surviving member of her family. She is predeceased by her brothers Joe, Frank, August, Art and John and sisters Agnes and Rita. Bernice was predeceased by her beloved husband John (1983) and her son Gerard (1952). Loved mother of Carolyn ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (Dallas), Penticton, British Columbia, Mary CASHEN (Bob), London, Paul MEYER (Kathy), London, Ann MEDEMA (Paul) Ottawa and Jim MEYER (Lorie) Edmonton, Alberta. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Veronica KNOLL and Gertrude MURRAY and brother-in-law Hugh MEYER and leaves behind 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Bernice is a life long member of the Catholic Women's League and the 3rd Order of St. Francis. She was an avid golfer into her early eighties and enjoyed a good game of bridge while residing at Mount Hope. She loved God and her Church and enjoyed being busy socializing and helping others. Visitation at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, St. Thomas on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home on Wednesday at 2: 00 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Anne's Church on Thursday at 11: 00 a.m. Interment to follow in Holy Angels' Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care or St. Anne's Church Building Fund.

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CASHEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-07 published
MEYER, Bernice▲ Catherine▲ (née KNOLL)
In her 94th year, went peacefully to be with her God and husband John on Sunday, March 5, 2006, at the Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London. The daughter of the late Catherine and Joseph KNOLL, is the last surviving member of her family. She is predeceased by her brothers Joe, Frank, August, Art and John and sisters Agnes and Rita. Bernice was predeceased by her beloved husband John (1983) and her son Gerard (1952). Loved mother of Carolyn ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (Dallas), Pentiction, British Columbia, Mary CASHEN (Bob), London, Paul MEYER (Kathy), London, Ann MEDEMA (Paul), Ottawa and Jim MEYER (Lorie), Edmonton, Alberta. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Veronica KNOLL and Gertrude MURRAY and brother-in-law Hugh MEYER and leaves behind 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Bernice was a life long member of the Catholic Women's League and the 3rd Order of St. Francis. She was an avid golfer into her early eighties and enjoyed a good game of bridge while residing at Mount Hope. She loved God and her Church and enjoyed being busy socializing and helping others. Visitation at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home on Wednesday at 2: 00 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Anne's Church on Thursday at 11: 00 a.m. Interment to follow in Holy Angels' Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the Mount Hope Centre For Long Term Care or Saint Anne's Church Building Fund.

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CASHIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-04 published
GRIMMER, Robert George " Bob"
Passed away on Thursday, February 2nd, 2006 at Scarborough Grace Hospital, at the age of 68. Bob will be sadly missed by Arlene CAMPBELL. Cherished father of Glenda and Bruce. Father-in-law of Craig CASHIN. Proud grandfather of Christopher, Cameron and Alyssa. Survived by his mother Edyth GRIMMER and his sister Shirl McCHESNEY. The family will receive Friends at the Ogden Funeral Home, 4164 Sheppard Ave. East, Agincourt (east of Kennedy Rd.) on Monday from 6-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Ogden Chapel on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Cremation. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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CASHORE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-03 published
CASHORE, Catherine▼ (1946-2006)
Passed away quietly on April 29, 2006 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Ms. CASHORE, born in Norristown, Pennsylvania, arrived in Canada in 1964 to matriculate at the University of Toronto, from which she earned three degrees. After University, she chose to remain in Toronto and to become a Canadian citizen. She had a long career in library service, most recently in the Medical Sciences Library at the University of Toronto. Catherine's life was rich in accomplishments and in a broad spectrum of interests. She was dedicated to many social causes, working tirelessly in the areas of refugee and labour rights. She was an avid swimmer and an enthusiastic supporter of Canadian figure skating. She traveled widely, particularly enjoying her trips by rail across Canada. She was an accomplished linguist, fluent in four languages. Her love of language drew her to the theatre. Her fascination with the plays of William Shakespeare prompted many visits to the Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Ontario. Her greatest joy, however, was Music. She was an active member of several choral groups and Opera companies in Toronto, and she spent many summers exploring a wide range of musical styles and practices at the Canadian Amateur Musicians' Camp in Lakefield, Ontario. Catherine will be greatly missed by her family: her mother, Madeline B. CASHORE, three brothers and their spouses: William J. and Pauline CASHORE, J. Michael and Nedda CASHORE, Thomas J. and Adaline CASHORE: and one sister, Mary C. WILLIHNGANZ, and her husband Walter. In addition, she is survived by three maternal aunts, one uncle, numerous nephews and nieces and one great nephew. After a life of love and of service to others here in Toronto, she leaves behind a wealth of good and cherished Friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 354 St Clair Avenue W, on Friday, May 5th, 2006 at 1: 30 p.m. A viewing will be held at the Jerrett Funeral Home, 1141 St. Clair Avenue W, Toronto, at 11: 30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. prior to the funeral. All are invited to a gathering to celebrate Catherine's life which will take place in the Holy Rosary Church hall immediately after the funeral service. Interment will be with her family in the U.S. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that contributions be made to a memorial scholarship which will enable future students to attend summer music sessions at Canadian Amateur Musicians' Camp, Ontario. Contributions may be made at the Jerrett Funeral Home or directly to Canadian Amateur Musicians' Camp, Ontario. For information contact the office at: e-mail: ontario@cammac.ca or phone 1-866-273-7697.

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CASHORE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-06 published
CASHORE, Catherine▲ -- Dispatch:
By Oliver MOORE, Page M5
'She knew that time was precious," said Mary WILLIHNGANZ, Catherine CASHORE's sister. "She knew she had one year left, and she did what she loved."
For Ms. CASHORE, that meant dining out with Friends, going to Stratford and singing in the chorus of her favourite ensembles. Ms. CASHORE was born in 1946, in Pennsylvania, and came to Toronto at 18. After earning three degrees at the University of Toronto, she found a job in the university's library system.
Ms. CASHORE was very aware of the rights of the oppressed -- which Ms. WILLIHNGANZ said was taught them by their father, and she made several trips to Nicaragua in the 1980s.
"Looking around her apartment, I found one button after another from every human-rights cause you could ever espouse," her sister said. "She lived a life of simplicity, never covetous or jealous of the successes of others."
Ms. CASHORE died of cancer on April 29. Her funeral was held yesterday, with the family directing memorial donations to the Canadian Amateur Musicians' Camp in Lakefield, Ontario

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CASKANETTE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-10-01 published
BIRD, Dugald " Doug" H.
Peacefully at London Health Science Centre-University Hospital on Friday, September 29, 2006, Dugald (Doug) H. BIRD in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Linda. Loving father of Dave and his wife Noreen, Tom, Dan and his wife Jean, Karen and her husband Derek SUTTON, Carl and the late Randy BIRD (2001.) Dear brother of Orville and his wife Joan and predeceased by his brothers Bob and Nelles. Dear Grandpa of Brenda, Lindsay, Jennifer, Jenn (Mike CASKANETTE), Randy (Karen), Danielle, Jess, Tracy, Sheri, Christopher, Carl Jr. and Sophie and Great-Grandpa to 8. Predeceased by his first wife Evelyn (1967). Doug was a proud veteran of the R.C.A.F., having served overseas during the Second World War. Visitation will be held on Monday from 7: 00-9:00 p.m. and Tuesday 2: 00-3:00 p.m. at the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, where the funeral will be conducted on Tuesday, October 3rd, 2006 at 3: 00 p.m. Interment, Dorchester Union Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Doug are asked to consider Kids Alive, 55 Fleming Drive, Unit 2, Cambridge, Ontario N1T 2A9. Email condolences may be sent to mail@westviewfuneralchapel.com.

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CASKENETTE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-26 published
CARSCADDEN, Charlotte Evelyn (née BOWERING)
In loving memory of Charlotte Evelyn CARSCADDEN in Bracebridge, Ontario on Friday, February 24th, 2006, in her 84th year. Wife of the late Gordon Arthur CARSCADDEN. Mother of Carol CASKENETTE and husband Wally of Barrie, Gordon and wife Joanne of Moncton, New Brunswick, Dianne BELESKEY and husband Chuck of Barrie, and Shirley TOTTEN and husband Bill of Bala. Grandmother of Richard, Gary, Terry, Angela, John, Derrick, Gordon, Christopher, and Michael. Great-grandmother of Jessica, Douglas, Rebecca, Cody, Kristin, Becky, Amy, Melissa, Daemon, Tabby, Chelsea, Daniel, Alexander, Amanda, Annara, Gordon, Jessie, Tianna, Christopher, and Cameron. Sister of Emma, Clarence, Howard, Joyce, Ruth, Ernie, and Ken. Loving friend of David CLARKE and Brad DENNIS. Friends and relatives may call at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia on Monday, February 27th from 12 noon until time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 2 o'clock. Spring interment: St. Andrew's-St. James' Cemetery, Orillia. If desired, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.mundellfuneralhome.com.

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CASKEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-28 published
VROOMAN, Frances (née DOZOIS)
Age 79, formerly of London and Sarnia, passed away peacefully at the Valleyview Home, Saint Thomas on Tuesday, December 26, 2006, with family by her side. Beloved wife for over 50 years of the late Donald R. VROOMAN (2001.) Dearly loved mother of Margie Vrooman CASKEY and her husband Dave, Susan FRAME, all of Saint Thomas, Michael VROOMAN and Richard VROOMAN, both of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Also loved by six grandchildren, Daryl, Nathan, Emma, Christopher, Christine and Bobbi, two sisters, Mary and Nina, a brother, Rejan, and many nieces and nephews. Born in Montréal, Québec, February 12, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Leon "Leo" and Margaret (ROBINSON) DOZOIS. Frances was an active member and volunteer at Holy Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Saint Thomas and a life member of the Catholic Women's League. Friends will be received at the Sifton Funeral Home, 118 Wellington Street, Saint Thomas on Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. (Prayers at 8 p.m.). The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Angels' Church, Saint Thomas on Saturday, December 30th at 11: 00 a.m. Following cremation, interment in Holy Angels' Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. If so desired, memorial donations to the Holy Angels' Church Restoration Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society will be appreciated.

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CASKEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-09-11 published
CASKEY, Helen " Jessie" Findley (née BULL)
Jessie CASKEY passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 9, 2006, one day after her 98th celebrated birthday. Predeceased by her loving husband Carl CASKEY, Jessie was the last family member of her generation. She was a loving mother to Mary Louise ASHBOURNE (Howard) of Weston, James CASKEY (Janet) of London, Peter CASKEY (Christine) of Ottawa, Karen CASKEY (Michael MILLER) of Mississauga, Alan CASKEY (Susan) of Waterloo and Jennifer COOPER (Gordon) of Etobicoke. Jessie will be sadly missed and always loved by her 21 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Aunt Jessie was very special to all of her nieces and nephews. Born in Weston, Ontario in 1908, Jessie remained a life long resident and was a member of Westminster United Church. A nursing graduate of Toronto General Hospital in 1931, Jessie volunteered at Humber Memorial for 40 years. Her favourite pleasures included reading and playing bridge, but above all, Jessie cherished spending time with loved ones. Always ready with a humourous remark and a twinkle in her eye, Jessie will be remembered for the laughter and joy she brought to her family. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Rd. (North of Lawrence Ave.) Weston, on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 at 1 p.m. at the Westminster United Church, 69 William Street, Weston. In Jessie's memory, donations can be made to the United Way or a charity of your choice. 'As long as I'm living, my mother you'll be.'

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CASLER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-29 published
MITCHELL, Dorothy Sarah Margaret (née CASLER)
Suddenly at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Friday May 26, 2006, Dorothy Sarah Margaret MITCHELL of Norwich in her 74th year. Beloved wife of the late Gordon MITCHELL (1960.) Dear mother of Diane and husband Paul MacLEOD of Mississauga, Cathy and husband Ron MILLER of Tillsonburg, Joanne and husband Al SMITH of Saint Thomas, Susan and husband Wayne WAVELL of Tillsonburg, Carolyn McMASTER of Woodstock, Brenda and husband Gus KAMPICS of Dundas. Sadly missed by 9 grandchildren, Gordon, Janet, Lindsay Sarah, Jeremy, Erin, Karen, Andrew, Megan and 3 great-granddaughters, Halle, Alexis and Lydia. Sister of Marjorie GIRARD of Montreal, Muriel GERVAIS of Saint Thomas, Quebec, Evelyn FISHER of Woodstock, Don CASLER and wife Denise of Langton. Predeceased by her parents Roy and Florence CASLER. Friends will be received at The Arn-Lockie Funeral Home, 45 Main St. W., Norwich on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate Dorothy's life will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday May 30th at 1: 30 p.m. with Rev. John CASWELL officiating. Interment Otterville Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Tillsonburg Hospital Foundation or Diabetes Association. Arn-Lockie (519) 863-3020. On-line condolences at www.arn-lockiefuneralhome.com.

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CASLICK o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-02-01 published
CASLICK, Mary (née KING)
At Wingham and District Hospital, on Tuesday, January 31, 2006, Mrs. Mary CASLICK of Wingham, age 82 years. The former Mary KING beloved wife of Wilford CASLICK. Dear mother of Wayne and Allyson CASLICK of Sarnia, Brian and Phyllis CASLICK of London, Ross CASLICK and Debbie CARTER of Zurich, Dianne and Tim COLLYER of Clinton and Stephen and Gail CASLICK of Kincardine. Loving grandmother of fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also survived by her brother William and Leota KING of Wingham. Predeceased by her parents Ross and Bessie (WIGHTMAN) KING and daughter-in-law Sandra CASLICK. Visitation at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham, Ontario on Friday, from 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Wingham United Church on Saturday at 1: 30 p.m. Reverend Wayne B. BEAMER officiating. Interment in Wingham Cemetery, Wingham, Ontario. Memorial donations to Wingham United Church stained glass project would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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CASOLA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-05 published
CASOLA, Caterina
Peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, February 3rd, 2006 at Pinegrove Nursing Home, at the age of 91. Loving wife of the late Calogero. Beloved mother of Antonino and his wife Leonarda, Giuseppina and her husband Antonino, Francesco and his late wife Gesua, Giuseppe and his wife Angela, and Giovanni and his wife Maria. Cherished Nonna to 18 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by many family and Friends. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home, 4671 Highway 7, Woodbridge (just west of Pine Valley Drive), 905-851-9100, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 and Monday from 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 at Immaculate Conception Church, 300 Ansley Grove Rd. at 9: 30 a.m. Interment to follow at Prospect Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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CASPAR o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-14 published
COULOMBE, Michele
Peacefully on Saturday, February 11, 2006. In her 54th year. Loving companion of David EVANS. Beloved daughter of Marie Ange PROULX, sister to Monique CASPAR (David,) brother to Serge (Andree,) and sister Chantal. Predeceased by her brother Jean, and father Lionel. Godmother to Jodie CASPAR and Marc-Olivier DROUIN. Michele will be dearly missed by her relatives and many Friends. Friends will be received at the Dixon-Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main Street N. (Markham Rd.), Markham on Wednesday from 6 p.m. until time of service 7 p.m. in the chapel followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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CASPER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-18 published
YOUNG, Sarah Margaret Teer
80. On the Feast of the Epiphany, January 6, 2006, Sarah Margaret Teer YOUNG entered into the Gates of Heaven. The widow of Benjamin YOUNG, Sarah passed away in Northside General Hospital, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Sarah will be missed by her daughter, Nancy Jane of Florence, Cape Breton, son Michael and his spouse Deborah of Brampton, several relatives and dear Friends. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Joseph Catholic Church, North Sydney with Father Tom MacNeil presiding. Toronto visitation will take place from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, January 20, 2006 at the Lynett Funeral Home, 3299 Dundas Street West (one block east of Runnymede). Funeral Mass will be Saturday, January 21, 2006 at 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church (1701 Bloor St. W. at Keele) with Father James CASPER, S.C.J., presiding. Sarah will finally rest in Ontario, interred in Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Woodbridge with her late spouse, Benjamin. Her children request that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Northside General Hospital, 520 Purves Street, P.O. Box 399, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 3M4 to honour the staff and especially Dr. Aguilar for their unyielding compassion and care.

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CASPIR o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-02-13 published
FLEGEL, Linda (née HODDINOTT)
Peacefully at Rouge Valley Care Centre, Toronto on Saturday, February 11th, 2006 Linda FLEGEL (née HODDINOTT,) Registered R.N.A. in her 77th year. Predeceased by her husband Ron FLEGEL (1991.) Dear mother of Mark FLEGEL and fiancee Sonita and her daughter Jordan. Linda loved and was loved by her family in New Foundland, Nova Scotia, New York State and Ontario. Friends may call at the Elliott-Madill Funeral Home, Mt. Brydges on Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be said at 6: 30 p.m. Funeral Mass to follow on Wednesday, February 15th from Sacred Heart Parish, Delaware commencing at 11 a.m. with Father Frank MURPHY, assisted by Father Jim CASPIR officiating. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Mt. Brydges.

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CASSADAY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-03-20 published
CASSADAY, Kathleen▼
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 18th, 2006, after a two and a half year unrelenting battle with cancer, in her 44th year. Loving daughter of Terrence and Kathleen CASSADAY of Burlington, Ontario. To be missed, beyond words, by brother John and sister-in-law, Mary;▼ sister Nancy and brother Terry and his wife, Brenda RUSNAK. Adored aunt and friend of Jesse, Kate and Jake, John and Jennifer, Saffron, Emerson, Madison, Kascha and Macaulee. Kathleen was a passionate IT professional having worked at Wang Labs, Xerox and most recently Microsoft Canada until the time of her death. Thanks to the many doctors, nurses and health care workers at Saint Michael's, Princess Margaret, Toronto General (University Health Network) and Mt. Sinai who cared for Kathleen in her battle. Also a special thank you to Emily who cared for Kathleen so generously in the last months of her life. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Tuesday, March 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service for family will be held on Wednesday, March 22 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception for Kathleen's family, relatives and Friends from 12-1: 30 p.m. at the Granite Club, 2350 Bayview Avenue (north of Lawrence). In lieu of flowers please make a donation to something you feel passionate about in honour of Kathleen.

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CASSADAY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-03-22 published
CASSADAY, Kathleen▲▼
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 18th, 2006, after a two and a half year unrelenting battle with cancer, in her 44th year. Loving daughter of Terrence and Kathleen CASSADAY of Burlington, Ontario. To be missed, beyond words, by brother John and sister-in-law, Mary;▲▼ sister Nancy and brother Terry and his wife, Brenda RUSNAK. Adored aunt and friend of Jesse, Kate and Jake, John and Jennifer, Saffron, Emerson, Madison, Kascha and Macaulee. Kathleen was a passionate IT professional having worked at Wang Labs, Xerox and most recently Microsoft Canada until the time of her death. Thanks to the many doctors, nurses and health care workers at Saint Michael's, Princess Margaret, Toronto General (University Health Network) and Mt. Sinai who cared for Kathleen in her battle. Also a special thank you to Emily who cared for Kathleen so generously in the last months of her life. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Tuesday, March 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service for family will be held on Wednesday, March 22 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception for Kathleen's family, relatives and Friends from 12-1: 30 p.m. at the Granite Club, 2350 Bayview Avenue (north of Lawrence). In lieu of flowers please make a donation to something you feel passionate about in honour of Kathleen.

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CASSADAY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-20 published
CASSADAY, Kathleen▲
Passed away peacefully, on Saturday, March 18, 2006 after a two and a half year unrelenting battle with cancer, in her 44th year. Loving daughter of Terrence and Kathleen CASSADAY of Burlington, Ontario. To be missed, beyond words, by brother John and sister-in-law, Mary;▲ sister Nancy and brother Terry and his wife, Brenda RUSNAK. Adored aunt and friend of Jesse, Kate and Jake, John and Jennifer, Saffron, Emerson, Madison, Kascha and Macaulee. Kathleen was a passionate IT professional having worked at Wang Labs, Xerox and most recently Microsoft Canada until the time of her death. Thanks to the many doctors, nurses and health care workers at Saint Michael's, Princess Margaret, Toronto General (University Health Network) and Mt. Sinai who cared for Kathleen in her battle. Also a special thank you to Emily who cared for Kathleen so generously in the last months of her life. The family will receive Friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home - A.W. Miles Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Tuesday, March 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service for family will be held on Wednesday, March 22 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception for Kathleen's family, relatives and Friends from 12-1: 30 p.m. at the Granite Club, 2350 Bayview Avenue (north of Lawrence). In lieu of flowers, please make a donotion to something you feel passionate about in honour of Kathleen.

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CASSAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-06-22 published
SAINT_DENIS, Gerald " Gerry" Joseph
At his residence, Guelph on Wednesday June 21, 2006. Gerry ST. DENIS, in his 81st year, beloved husband of Ann Marie (MAHONEY) SAINT_DENIS. Dear father of Marlene CASSAN and her husband Glen of Mississauga; Laurie of Waterloo; Joseph; Lianne LUCCHESE and her husband Frank and Janine BENDFELD of Guelph. Loved grandfather of Jennifer; Joseph; Dana; Stephanie; Daniel; Nicholas; Andrew Alex; Sherry and Christopher. Dear brother of Douglas of Hillsdale Catherine KEIR of Sudbury and the late Simone WARNER. Gerry was 5 years with Canadian Army-Grey and Simcoe Foresters Regiment joined North Bay O.P.P. and was a fireman with the C.P.R.; former owner of Peplow Transport; Founder Guelph Utility Pole Company retiring in 1990; member Knights of Columbus and Kiwanis Club of Guelph. Gerry enjoyed his home at Washago (summer) and St. Petersburg, Florida (winter). Resting at the Gilbert MacIntyre and son Funeral Home, Dublin Chapel, 252 Dublin Street North, Guelph. (Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.) Funeral on Saturday morning, June 24, to Holy Rosary Church for Funeral Mass at 11: 00 o'clock. Cremation. Vigil for Gerry on Friday afternoon at 3: 30 o'clock. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Canadian Cancer Society; The Scott Mission or the charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home 519-822-4731 or send condolences at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com).

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CASSANO o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-17 published
IRSAG, Ankica " Anna"
At Kensington Village, on Friday, June 16, 2006, Ankica "Anna" IRSAG in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Steve IRSAG (1997.) Dear mother of Tony BADJURA (Maria) of Strathroy, Georgina HANES- BOUCOCK (Kent) of London, Zdenka VATAVUK (Dane) of Kitchener, Ankica KOVACEVIC of Niagara Falls, Jake IRSAG (Sherri) and Susan BARKER of London. Loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Visitors will be received on Monday from 6: 00-9:00 p.m. in the O'Neil Funeral Home where the Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 1: 30 p.m. with Reverend Henry CASSANO officiating. Interment Saint Peter's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation for use in the Dialysis Unit.

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CASSAR o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-07-18 published
COWARD (November 30, 1923-July 16, 2006)
Sidney COWARD, World War 2 Veteran passed away unexpectedly at Henderson Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario on Sunday, July 16, 2006 in his 83rd year. Sidney goes to be reunited with his late wife of 53 years, Margaret (HILL) COWARD (1999.) Beloved father of Sid Jr. (Janet), Brian (Nancy) and Sandra (Sam) CASSAR. Grandchildren Gillian (Mario), Mindy (Tim), Taryn (Scott), Shaun (Michelle), Scott and four great-grandchildren. Survived by brother Don and sister Frances. Predeceased by sister Doris. Sid was a veteran of World War 2 and a retired employee of the The London Free Press. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. The family will receive relatives and Friends at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), London, for visitation on Tuesday, July 18, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at 11 a.m. As an expression of sympathy donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Alzheimer Society would be gratefully appreciated by the family. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to all the staff at the Wellington Retirement Home for their care and respect given to dad. On-line condolences are available through www.memorialfuneral.ca

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CASSAR o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-11-20 published
SPATOLA, Anthony Joseph
After a courageous battle, on November 19, 2006, at Toronto General Hospital, at the age of 64. Beloved father of Daniela. Loving friend of Michele ("Marcy"). Survived by his siblings Santo, Jean FOULKES, Rita (Reg) CASSAR and Leonard (Rusty.) Predeceased by his parents Salvatore and Catherine (née SPECIALE) and siblings Kathlene, Mary, Josephine, Santina, Nancy and Augustine. Tony will be missed by many Friends, family and co-workers. Tony was a longtime and trusted employee of Orlando Corporation. Friends may call at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Rd. (north of Lawrence Ave.), Weston, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10 a.m. at St. Clements Catholic Church (409 Markland Drive, Etobicoke). Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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CASSAR o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-20 published
SMITH, Daphne May (née COLLINGE)
Passed away peacefully at the Leacock Care Centre in Orillia on April 19th, 2006. Beloved wife and best friend of James Bernard SMITH of Wasaga Beach. Predeceased by daughter Marney GAUDETTE (2005.) Sadly missed by daughters Susan BARKER, Terri GALLOWAY (Ken) and son-in-law Gerry GAUDETTE. Loving Nana to Kristen SARGENT (Greg,) Amy DICRISTOFARO (Pat,) Dawn WILLMAN (Mike) and Karen DUNN (Ryan). Great Grandnan to Rebecca CASSAR and Maya SARGENT. Special Auntie Daph to Richard SMITH, Margaret SCHMITDKE and family of Winnipeg. Will be greatly missed by long time close friend Maisie HARDY and many extended family and relatives. The family would like to thank the nursing staff at the Leacock Care Centre for their very special care and attention. Visitation at the Watts Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 132 River Road E., Wasaga Beach (705-429-1040), Thursday April 20th 2006 from 6-9 p.m. and Friday from 9: 30 a.m.-11 a.m. Funeral Service will be conducted Friday April 21st, 2006 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Orillia, would be appreciated. Cremation.

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CASSELLES o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-04-22 published
McALISTER, Donald George
Passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Friday, April 21st, 2006. Donald George McALISTER, of R.R.#3 Durham, in his 66th year. Loving husband of the former Anna BROWN. Cherished father of Suzanne McALISTER of Williamsford and Trevor McALISTER and his wife Marla of Ayton. Dear grandfather of Dakota, Turner and Lady. Survived by his sisters Jean (Ted HOWEY,) Norma MATHER, and Glenna (Howie CASSELLES.) Predeceased by his twin sister Mary and his sisters Erla and Eileen. Friends may call at the McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home, Durham on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Celebration of Life for Don will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.

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CASSELLI o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-10 published
GOULDEN, Jacoba C. " Coby"
In memory of Jacoba C. GOULDEN (Coby.) Passed away at the Penetanguishene Hospital, on Thursday, February 2nd, 2006 in her 84th year. Loving wife of Ian and mother of Grenda. Will be missed by her many Friends in the Midland and surrounding area, Mrs. Pauline GOULDEN, Mr. and Mrs. T. CASSELLI of Cambridge, Miss Linda GOULDEN of Toronto. A hearty thanks to Midland Taxi for your care and concern. Ian will sorely miss her influences on home decorating and gardening and will never forget the times on the CobyIan on Georgian Bay. As per Coby's request there will be no services. In memoriam donations to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the J.H. Lynn Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 290 First Street, Midland 705-526-6551. Online messages of condolence are welcome at www.carsonfuneralhomes.com. A Memorial Tree will be planted by the J.H. Lynn Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes.

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CASSELLS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-12-01 published
A plea for caution as a friend is lost
Man hit by van, then crushed by bus during a bad day on Toronto streets
By Isabel TEOTONIO and Tamara CHERRY, Staff Reporters
When Mark stepped outside for an early morning smoke break yesterday, he was just moments away from watching an acquaintance die in the middle of the street.
"I shook him to see if he was aware, awake and alive," recalled Mark, an employee at a Wilson Ave. coffee shop who ran to the scene where the victim had been struck by a van, then crushed beneath a Toronto Transit Commission bus. Mark asked that his last name not be used.
"His face was gushing blood, his head was cracked and his hands were clear, lifeless," said Mark, who immediately recognized the victim as the mentally challenged man with a limp who often stood outside the shop asking employees for coffee and customers for change. "I'm really shaken up. To watch a guy die in front of you is really hard."
The "guy" was 65-year-old Allan FELDMAN -- one of several pedestrians struck in a spate of traffic accidents yesterday morning that occurred throughout the city. Feldman was the only fatality.
At about 7: 20 a.m. the Toronto man stepped in front of a westbound bus that was stopped on Wilson Ave., near Bathurst St. Passengers were getting on and off as FELDMAN crossed in front, said police. As he passed, he was struck by a minivan that knocked him under the bus. Unaware he was on the ground, the bus driver accelerated and the man was killed almost instantly. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
"This is a tragic accident and we encourage pedestrians and drivers to be as careful as they can," said Sgt. Jim CASSELLS of Traffic Services. "It appears it was the rear (bus) wheels that ran over him."
In the hours following the incident, police and Toronto Transit Commission staff worked to pinpoint exactly which bus had hit the man so they could interview the driver. The driver of both the van and the bus have been interviewed, but police say it is too early in their investigation to determine whether charges will be laid.
A Toronto Transit Commission spokesperson refused to comment because of the ongoing police investigation.
"People are feeling the loss of a friend," said Sandy KESHEN, executive director of Reena, an organization that services people with developmental disabilities and runs a support home where FELDMAN lived. "Allan was a fiercely independent man and he had a wicked sense of humour."
Eric WOLFMAN, manager of Bagel World, where FELDMAN often started his day with a free coffee and twister, recalled him as a "happy go-lucky guy."
"He always sat in the same seat -- in the corner -- and loved to talk about sports," said WOLFMAN. " Sometimes his thoughts were all over the place… but he was well-informed."
Although FELDMAN could at times be a "nuisance" when asking customers for spare change or cigarettes, he was never aggressive and "didn't have a hurtful bone in his body," said the manager.
Less than an hour earlier, around 6: 40 a.m. in the city's northwest, a 21-year-old man escaped major injury, again in a hit-and-run incident.
About 40 minutes later, a vehicle struck a woman on Bathurst St. near Fairlawn Ave. The woman, believed to be about 80, was found conscious and breathing before being taken to hospital in serious, but stable condition.
And at about 8 a.m. an 11-year-old child was hurt in a hit-and-run incident in the Bloor West Village area, near Dundas St. W. and Keele St. The child was found "conscious and breathing and crying, so that's a good sign," said Staff Sgt. Noël LEE. Police are seeking a white van that left the scene.
Yesterday's events came on the heels of a tragic incident Wednesday night in Richmond Hill when a car killed a 37-year-old mother of four who was out jogging.
FELDMAN's funeral will be held Sunday at 11: 30 a.m. at Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel on Steeles Ave. W. Interment will follow in the Pride of Israel Synagogue section of Mount Sinai Memorial Park.

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CASSELMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-01-02 published
STONE, Rose
Peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 27, 2005, Mrs. Rose STONE in her 87th year. Loving mother of Geri (Ed) DIENLING, William STONE, Bev (Bob) BOWER, George STONE, Brenda (Ken) CASSELMAN, Craig STONE, Dianna (Graham) HALL, Mark STONE and Anthony (Louise) STONE. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Lloyd R. Needham Funeral Chapel, 520 Dundas Street, London, on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. Service from the chapel on Wednesday at 3 p.m. Private family interment. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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CASSELMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-11-19 published
HASKETT, Charles P., Q.C.
At the London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital, on Friday, November 17, 2006, Charles HASKETT of London in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Florence and the late Ainslie HASKETT. Dear father of James of Lethbridge, Alberta, and Myrna CASSELMAN and her husband Bruce of Toronto and stepfather of Barbara GUNDRY and her husband Paul and Nancy SWINKELS and her husband Harry. Loving grandfather of Joshua, Sarah, Jonathan and Joel HASKETT, and Adam, David and Melanie CASSELMAN, and loving step-grandfather of Christopher and Katie GUNDRY and Bradley and Stacey SWINKELS. Predeceased by his brother Bert HASKETT. Charles graduated from The University of Western Ontario 1934, graduated from Osgoode Hall 1937, was appointed Queen's Counsel 1957, a life member of the Law Society of Upper Canada 1987, Bachelor of Laws degree from York University 1991, past president of the Elmwood Bowling Club, past director of London Curling Club, past president of Highland Country Club and past master Saint_John's Lodge No. 209a and a member of the London Bridge Club. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Tuesday, November 21st, 2006 at 1: 00 p.m. with Reverend Matthew P. PENNY officiating. Interment Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Arthritis Society, 204-400 York Street, London, Ontario N6B 3N2 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London N6B 3H8. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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CASSELMAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-27 published
POOLE, Rebecca " Becky" C. (HUBBS)
Suddenly, in Kingston, on Wednesday, January 25, 2006, Rebecca C. (HUBBS) POOLE, at the age of 87 years. Predeceased in 1989 by her husband Raymond Alfred POOLE. Loved mother of David (Sarah HOOD) and Bill (Terry) POOLE. Cherished grandmother of Ben POOLE. Becky will be sadly missed by her sister Jean (John) THOW and sisters-in-law Gena HUBBS and Joan TYNDALL, cousins Alan (Nancy) HUBBS and Donald (Dilwyn) HUBBS; she was the loved aunt of Diane HUBBS, Ian (Lynn) THOW, Jim BEATON (Lisa CASSELMAN), John (Jan) BEATON and Ted (Diana) BEATON, Kathleen POOLE (Gord GREER/GRIER), Rob (Susan) POOLE, Andrew POOLE (Becky) and Greg POOLE (Shannan) she was predeceased by brother Roger HUBBS. Becky will be sadly missed by her great- nieces and nephews, family and many good Friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair and son Funeral Home, 15 Gore Street W., Perth, on Friday, January 27, 2006 from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in St. Paul's United Church, Perth, on Saturday at 1: 30 p.m. Interment, Elmwood Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, 33 Drummond St. W., Perth, Ontario K7H 2K1 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be sent to the family at condolences@blairandson.com

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CASSELS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-04-01 published
AVENT, Thora▼ Louise▼
On March 31, 2006 at Seven Oaks Nursing Home in her 96th year. Predeceased by her husband Sid (1972). Sister of Norma (Nonie) FREESTONE and aunt of Nancy CASSELS. Charter▼ Member▼ and Life Member of Willowdale Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire, founding member of the Sumi-E Artists of Canada, long time former member of the Wynford Bridge Club. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Seven Oaks.

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CASSELS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-04-01 published
AVENT, Thora▲▼ Louise▲▼
On March 31, 2006 at Seven Oaks Nursing Home in her 96th year. Predeceased by her husband Sid (1972). Sister of Norma (Nonie) FREESTONE and aunt of Nancy CASSELS. Charter▲▼ Member▲▼ and Life Member of Willowdale Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire, founding member of the Sumi-E Artists of Canada, long time former member of the Wynford Bridge Club. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Seven Oaks.

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CASSELS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-04-10 published
JOHNSTON, Robert H.
By Alan CASSELS, Page A16
Professor, wit, raconteur, thespian. Born July 29, 1937, in Toronto. Died October 19, 2005, in Hamilton, Ontario, of cancer, aged The bare facts of Bob JOHNSTON's life and career read like those of a conventional academic. Although he was indeed a successful academic, he was also so much more.
Educated in English boarding schools, he obtained his degrees in history from the University of Toronto and Yale University. After teaching briefly at the University of Calgary, in 1969 he came to McMaster University where he remained for the rest of his career. He published two well-received books on Russian history and a number of articles, but what a legion of Friends and colleagues remember most fondly about him is his life outside the classroom and library.
Bob JOHNSTON was at his best in company. He was a brilliant conversationalist with a Wildean wit. He was particularly adept at pricking pomposity, although he never did so cruelly; often his humour was self-deprecatory. It was perhaps his love of language and words that lay behind his extraordinary linguistic ability; he was one of those rare people who can pick up a foreign language at the drop of a hat. He mastered Russian in a matter of weeks at language school, and from that base he was able to converse easily in their own language with any Polish, Czech or other Slavic visitor to McMaster. Sometimes he would surprise by revealing unexpected familiarity with a language; I once recall him interpreting to my astonishment a rude word someone had uttered in Afrikaans. In France, the natives would often mistake him for one of their own.
No doubt a photographic memory (for certain things) aided his linguistic prowess. He could recite -- or sing, because he had a fine voice -- a vast amount of opera from Mozart to Gilbert and Sullivan. The prompter was seldom used when Bob JOHNSTON was on stage in the many amateur theatrical productions in which he appeared in the Hamilton area. Those with whom he acted have been heard to say he could have enjoyed a professional theatrical career had he chosen.
They say that teaching is a form of acting. Bob's thespian and story-telling ability meant that his classes were invariably the history department's most popular. The drudgery of academic administration did not seem a fit with his lively and irreverent spirit. Yet, in his last years before retirement, he assumed the chairmanship of McMaster's history department, as well as a decanal post. He was successful in these roles -- thanks to a generous tolerance of his colleagues' foibles.
In spite of an outward mien of a debonair boulevardier, Bob was also capable of a steely determination. Left wheelchair-bound after an operation for cancer and a professional opinion that he would never walk again, he resolved to disprove the prognosis. He put himself through extensive hydrotherapy treatment, and was featured as a model patient in a television clip of a Hamilton hydrotherapy clinic. First, he graduated from wheelchair to walker, and in due course was able to take several steps unaided; for example, from lobby to theatre seat at the Stratford and Shaw festivals. His Friends remain torn between joy at this exceptional triumph over physical adversity and sorrow that he had so little time in which to enjoy his recovered partial mobility.
Bob JOHNSTON never married, but he was quintessentially a ladies' man. In his last difficult days, it was noticeable that he managed, under heavy sedation, to respond best to the female visitors at his bedside. A memorial service at McMaster attracted probably the largest audience ever for such an occasion. It was a fitting tribute to a multidimensional personality with a remarkable talent for Friendship.
Alan CASSELS is Bob JOHNSTON's friend of 36 years.

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CASSELS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-07 published
NASH, Leon B.
(Former Instructor of Music with the York Region Board of Education)
Peacefully at Aurora Resthaven on Monday, February 6th, 2006, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Muriel (née STACEY) and dear father of Barbara (Mrs. Alex CASSELS) of Keswick, Catherine (Mrs. Floyd RAMBARRAN) of Richmond, British Columbia and the late Brian Leon NASH. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Alan, Andrew, Lawrence and Fiona (Paul MATHESON) CASSELS and Stacey RAMBARRAN and 9 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Joan DICKIE and the late Paulene SPICER. Service to celebrate Leon's life will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, (Church and D'Arcy Sts., Newmarket) on Thrusday, February 9th at 1 p.m. with visitation at the church from 12 noon Thursday. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Society or St. Paul's Church Restoration Fund would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket (905-895-6631).

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CASSELS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-01 published
AVENT, Thora▲ Louise▲
On March 31, 2006 at Seven Oaks Nursing Home, in her 96th year. Predeceased by her husband Sid (1972). Sister of Norma (Nonie) FREESTONE and aunt of Nancy CASSELS. Charter▲ Member▲ and Life Member of Willowdale Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire Founding Member of the Sumie-E Artists of Canada. Long time former Member of the Wynford Bridge Club. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the caring staff of Seven Oaks.

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