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METLIN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-25 published
MacKAY, Frances Jean (née METLIN)
At the age of 53, Fran passed away peacefully on January 23, 2006 at Credit Valley Hospital with her family by her side. Fran will always be lovingly remembered by her husband John, son Robert (Jodi), and daughter Michelle (George). She is also survived by her loving mother Jean, her two brothers John (Dale) and Tom (Laurie), and her sister Nancy (Jerry), her precious granddaughters Alexandria, Elizabeth, Julianna and Madison, and grand_son Austin. She was predeceased by her father Wilfred. The family wishes to thank doctors and nurses at Credit Valley Hospital. Thank you for the wonderful love and support from our family and Friends throughout. She will be in our hearts forever. A private memorial will be held for family and Friends on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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METRAKOS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-03-30 published
CHRONES, Jim (1925-2006)
Mercifully released from his longstanding suffering and surrounded by his loving family and the compassionate staff on March 27, 2006 at Salvation Army Isabel and Arthur Meighen Manor in Toronto. Survived by his truest Angel, his beloved wife Matina (née PRASSAS,) his daughter Eleni (David SMOLEN, Deposit, New York;) his oldest son, Tom (Toronto;) his son Jamie (Adele WEDER, Queen Charlotte, British Columbia;) his 2 granddaughters, Julia SAGE and Natalie ROSE and his extra-special son, Adam SHEIKH (Toronto.) Additionally, survived and blessed by his beloved mother-in-law, Loula PRASSAS (Toronto;) his two beautiful sisters-in-law, Koula O'BRIEN and Georgia PRASSAS (Toronto;) and his brother Jack (Saskatoon.) Jim now journeys to his beloved Angel daughter, Julia Caren, who opens her small wings to embrace him after all these years and to his beloved sister Kay (Dr. Katherine METRAKOS, Montreal) who predeceased him after her own valiant struggle. Special thanks to the fine staff at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the expert care of Doctor Ron KEREN. We will miss his silly, fun-loving spirit and he will be pleased to know we are submitting his name to the Guinness Book of Records for the "longest goodbye." A private, family interment will take place at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. If needed, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

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METRAS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-09-24 published
Surgeon excelled at four sports
By John HERBERT, Free Press Golf Reporter, Sun., September 24, One of Western's all-time sports greats, Reg ORT was also one of the university's most outstanding citizens.
The 78-year-old ORT died recently in Tillsonburg Memorial Hospital after a long illness.
A funeral service was held Friday in Tillsonburg where he practised general surgery for 33 years.
A member of Western's W Club sports hall of fame since 1984, ORT was recruited by long-time friend Jack FAIRS to come to Western from his hometown of Welland to play football for coach Johnny METRAS.
Before graduating with an honours degree in physical education in 1953, ORT starred in football, swimming, hockey and wrestling.
He was a member of the 1953 Western football team that won the Yates Cup Ontario senior intercollegiate championship for the eighth time.
After teaching for a few years, ORT returned to Western to study medicine and graduated in 1957.
He also earned his fellowship in general surgery in 1962 and a fellowship in the American College of Surgeons in 1966.
While at Western, ORT also won two of Western's most prestigious awards for achievement in athletics, academics and university life -- the Doctor Claude Brown Memorial Award and the Hon. G. Howard Ferguson Award.
FAIRS first met ORT in Welland in the late 1940s when they played on the same baseball team. At the time, FAIRS was also recruiting talent for the Western football team and became aware ORT was an outstanding high school prospect.
"He was a big lineman and Johnny METRAS obviously liked him," said FAIRS, also an assistant coach with the Mustangs. "In those days, linemen weren't as big as today and he was bigger than most when he came to Western. He was an outstanding player who played with some of the best teams Western had at the time."
"He was a four-star athlete," said another long-time friend Bob GAGE, a former London Free Press sports writer who covered Western sports for decades. "He played four sports and that's not done today. He was one of the best and one of the last to play four sports. He was one of the last to graduate in physical education and then become a doctor.
"What impressed me was his athletic ability," GAGE said. "He was certainly a likeable guy. Everybody liked him."
ORT is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joan (CRANSTON) ORT, and their children Chris ORT, Lisa RAHN of Vancouver and Robert ORT of Guelph.
Joan ORT was a teacher at Central secondary school.

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METRICK o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-30 published
ROSE, Ruth Estella (LEONARD)
(Life Member, Nobleton Women's Institute)
Peacefully at Guelph General Hospital on Sunday, January 29, 2006, Ruth Estella LEONARD, in her 93rd year, beloved wife of the late Harold George ROSE (1983,) Nobleton. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Glenda and Kenneth METRICK, Toronto; Paul and Judy ROSE, Guelph. Loving grandmother of Andrew and Cheryl METRICK, Caroline, Allison and Bryan ROSE. Dear sister of Jean WEIR and the late Gladys KAAKE, Marion CARR and Stephen LEONARD. The family will receive their Friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Tuesday afternoon 2-4 and evening 7-9 o'clock. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, February 1 at 2 o'clock. Interment Nobleton Community Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made to the Hospital for Sick Children Foundation, 555 University Avenue, Toronto M5G 1X8 or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com

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METRON o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-29 published
RUSSELL, Reid
Peacefully at the London Health Sciences Centre (Victoria Hospital) on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, Reid RUSSELL, of London, in his 55th year. Dearly loved father of Devon RUSSELL of London and loved grandfather of Devon RUSSELL Jr. "Little Devon". Loved son of Eileen RUSSELL and the late John RUSSELL of Barrie, Ontario. Dear brother of Walter (Brenda) RUSSELL of Barrie; Roger (Leah) RUSSELL of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories; Megan (Gene) KENNEDY of Mission, British Columbia. Fondly remembered by dear Friends, Joe and Ginger METRON and family of Lambeth, and Barry and Lynda CARLSON and family, and Maryanne HAASEN and family, all of London. Friends may call at the McFarlane and Roberts Funeral Home, 2240 Wharncliffe Road South, Lambeth (519-652-2020) on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 10-11 a.m. where the funeral service will be held on Friday, June 30, 2006 at 11 a.m. Cremation. Pastor Greg WYTON officiating. Remembrances may be made to the London Regional Cancer Centre or New Hope Community Church, Lambeth.

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METSGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-15 published
METSGER, Douglas Gordon
Mr. " I'm Wonderful, Thanks" Douglas Gordon METSGER passed away suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday April 12, 2006, in his 89th year. Doug is survived by his loving and genuinely supportive wife Bette and his 3 daughters: Judie (Philip), Deane (Andy), and Cora-Lynne (Gary), 6 grandchildren: Jason, Hilary, Jamey, Tannis, Brandon, and Daniel. Doug was the former Claims Manager for Allied Van Lines Ltd. and was an integral part of the moving industry in Canada for over 46 years. Family and Friends may call at the Highland Funeral Home Markham Chapel, 10 Cachet Woods Court, Markham (northeast corner of 16th Ave. and Hwy. 404, 905-887-8600). A Memorial Service will be held on April 20, at 12 p.m., with visitation from 11: 30 a.m. until service time at noon. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Doug's name can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Cheers Dad you live on in us all. Miss you.

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METSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-03-27 published
PYATT, Donald▼ Lyttle▼
Peacefully on March 25, 2006, in his 77th year, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Loving father and father-in-law of Gayle and John METSON, and Don and Tina MURPHY; beloved Poppa of Jay MERCER, Alex METSON, Ashley, Alexandra and Blake PYATT; great-grandpa of Joshua PERK. son of the Late William and Mabel PYATT, and mourned by Alan (Eunice, deceased), Myrtle (Joseph), the Late Glen (Patricia), many nieces and nephews, Joyce PYATT and the many Friends he made in his eventful life. An entrepreneur and a visionary, he pursued his dreams with hard work and made a whimsical, fun world for his family. He loved his children with passion, his grandchildren with sheer joy, and his humour, tenacity and gentleness will be cherished and missed by all who loved him. A Celebration of Dad's life for family and Friends will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alzheimer 's Society of Canada (www.alzheimer.ca) in hopes that this terrible disease can be cured; or to the Unionville Home Society (905) 447-4282, ext. 4282, where Dad spent his last years being well and kindly cared for. For further information, contact (905) 373-4866.

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METSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-27 published
PYATT, Donald▲ Lyttle▲
Peacefully, on March 25, 2006, in his 77th year, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Loving father and father-in-law of Gayle and John METSON, and Don and Tina MURPHY; beloved Poppa of Jay MERCER, Alex METSON, Ashley, Alexandra and Blake PYATT; great-grandpa of Joshua PERK. son of the late William and Mabel PYATT, and mourned by Alan (Eunice, deceased), Myrtle (Joseph), the late Glen (Patricia,) many nieces and nephews, Joyce PYATT, and the many Friends he made in his eventful life. An entrepreneur and a visionary, he pursued his dreams with hard work and made a whimsical, fun world for his family. He loved his children with passion, his grandchildren with sheer joy, and his humour, tenacity and gentleness will be cherished and missed by all who loved him. A Celebration of Dad's life for family and Friends will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Canada (www.alzheimer.ca) in hopes that this terrible disease can be cured; or to the Unionville Home Society (905) 447-4282 ext. 4282, where Dad spent his last years being well and kindly cared for. For further information, contact (905) 373-4866.

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METSOYA o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-03-16 published
MATTISON, Lorne Thomas
Chief Petty Officer with the Royal Canadian Navy during World War 2. Retired employee of Toronto Board of Education.
Suddenly on March 11, 2006, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Pearl McDONALD of Glace Bay, and proud father of three daughters, Lorna (Norm McINTYRE,) Eileen EVANS, and Lynda (Greg MILANI,) who will remember him with love, respect and beautiful memories. He was a loving grandfather to Colin, Amber, Breton MATTISON, Kyla EVANS and Kirk, Alex, Krystyna, Christian MILANI, and great-grandfather to Alyssa MILANI. Lorne is survived by his sisters Ruth METSOYA, Hope SNELL, and his brothers Charlie and Bob MATTISON. He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. A memorial celebration of Lorne's life will be held at Fratelli Vescio Funeral Homes Ltd. (8101 Weston Rd., south of Langstaff Rd., 905-850-3332) on Saturday at 1: 30 p.m.

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METTER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-13 published
EPSTEIN, Gordon
On Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at his home. Gord EPSTEIN, beloved husband of Harriet. Loving father and father-in-law of Shelley and Norm ROTHBERG, Honey and Lou ELMALEH, and Rena and Daniel FRIEDMAN. Devoted Zaidy of Joel, Brandon, Marni, Miriam and Russell, Shauna, Sharona, Jared, and Shayne. Dear brother of Evelyn METTER, Don EPSTEIN, and Martin EPSTEIN. Gord will be sadly missed by his family and Friends. Services were held at Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, on Wednesday, April 12, 2006. Interment, Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park, Beth Torah Synagogue section. If desired, donations may be made to the Gord Epstein Memorial Fund, c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324.

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METTLER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-12 published
HARDWICK, Cassandra Leigh
Suddenly as the result of an accident on Monday, April 10, 2006, in her 18th year. Loving daughter of Terry (Heidi METTLER) HARDWICK and Andrea (Dan BROWN) HARDWICK. Loved sister of Courtney, Curtis and the late Kristyn (1983). Cherished granddaughter of Jack and Diane THORNTON, Bev (Frances) KINGSTON and the late Doris KINGSTON (1986,) Bob FULTON (1986) and Jim HARDWICK (1968.) Cassandra will also be missed by aunts and uncles and their families. Loved great granddaughter of Florence PADDEN. The family will receive Friends and relatives at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), London, for visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be on Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 2 p.m. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation, c/o: Pediatric Critical Care Unit would be gratefully appreciated. On-line condolences are available through www.memorial-funeral.ca Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home 452-3770.

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METZ o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-12-19 published
RADOSTITS, Doctor Otto M., C.M., D.V.M.
(August 31, 1934-December 15, 2006)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Otto Martin RADOSTITS on December 15, 2006. The family is thankful for his many years of wonderful health and his productive life. We are joyful that his courageous battle with kidney cancer is over and he is at peace with his God. Otto was born in Edmonton, the eldest son of Austrian immigrants, Stephen and Hermine RADOSTITS (deceased), who instilled in their four boys the values of the Roman Catholic faith, a strong work ethic and the importance of a good education. Otto's early years on a mixed farm and his high school job at the Blue Cross Animal Hospital in Edmonton were the beginnings of a life long passion for veterinary medicine. Otto received his DVM from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1959 and a Master of Science degree from the University of Saskatchewan (U. of S.) in 1967. As a veterinary educator, clinician and author, Otto had a profound influence on his students, on the establishment and growth of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the U. of S. and on his beloved profession. On his retirement in 2002, he was appointed Professor Emeritus and the Western Canadian Association of Bovine Practitioners established the O.M. Radostits Legacy Fund to fund an annual lecture series on bovine medicine. Otto received many awards and honours during his career. He treasured his teaching awards, particularly the Master Teacher award from the U. of S. He was humbled and proud to be made a member of the Order of Canada in 2003. In 2006 he received the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association President's Award to recognize his dedication and contributions to the Association and he also received the Sask Centennial Medal. Otto's wise counsel, mentorship and his numerous authoritative textbooks on large animal medicine were sought after nationally and internationally. Otto loved classical music, attending the Saskatoon Symphony, singing (especially the annual WCVM student Christmas carolling), reading, tennis, biking and long walks, even at -30°. His most special times were spent at family celebrations with his wife and extended family. He loved to debate the issues of the day - his daily reading of the Globe and Mail made him a formidable debater and kept us all informed. Although, his profession allowed him to travel the world, there was no place like home. He was a proud Canadian and always thankful for the many opportunities our country provides for all. Otto leaves his loving and devoted wife, Ruth (Clancy,) six children and their families: Anna ALDERSON (Pryce,) Liam and Erin; Eileen RADOSTITS, Gershon and Sophia Julia RADOSTITS (Richard HONG,) Sebastian and Justin; Stephen RADOSTITS (Robin FISHER), Todd, Mark, Kurt and Joshua; Anita LIVINGSTONE (Brent,) Kayden and Chloe; and Jennifer ARTHURS (Richard,) Brendan and Lauren; his three brothers Ivan (Mary Agnes), Peter (Brenda) and Francis (Pat) and their families; his sister-in-law Velma KELEHER and brother-in-law Michael CLANCY and their families his special cousins Mitzi CROWE (Fred,) Mary METZ (Harry,) Jean EASTWOOD (Kirby) and their families; and the RADOSTITS clan in Chicago. Otto also leaves many Friends and veterinary colleagues around the world. We all will miss deeply his strong presence, his beautiful loud voice and his challenges. Prayer service will be held at Holy Family Church (110 - 104th Street, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7N 1M8) on Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 7 p.m. and the Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Family on Friday, December 22, 2006 at 11 a.m. Private family interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Edmonton to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Paul's Hospital Foundation Inc. (1702 - 20th St. W, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7M 9Z9), Holy Family Church Building Fund or a charity of choice. Arrangements in care of John Schachtel - Mourning Glory Funeral Services, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (306-978-5200).

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METZE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-06-06 published
PEROWNE, Ronald Herbert (1918-2006)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dad, Ronald Herbert PEROWNE, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Dad was born on Waverly Street to Anna HOOKS and Herbert PEROWNE. A gifted athlete from a very early age, Dad was a member of the McGill Redmen football and hockey championship teams, honoured member of the McGill sports Hall of Fame, hockey player with the Senior Royals, and recipient of The Montreal Sportsman's trophy. In 1940, Dad enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy, where, during World War 2, he served as Lieutenant on the corvette, H.M.C.S. Woodstock. In 1945, he married the love of his life, Eunice Hellyer McCONNELL, to whom he was married for 57 years, until Eunie succumbed to cancer in 2002. Dad joined Dominion Textile in 1945 after the war, where he pursued a dynamic career, spanning over 50 years, rising to the rank of President, C.E.O., and Chairman of the Board. A great competitor, Dad played golf, poker, bridge, and hearts with passion, if not always with skill! An avid tennis player, even at 80 years of age, Dad was still giving all of us a run for our money on the tennis court at the family home on Lac Marois. Dad was extremely committed to family and Friends, and took great pride in his roles as trustee of the Jean Beliveau Foundation, avid supporter of the Cedars Cancer Institute, and as an active canvasser for the Mount Royal United Church, as well as numerous charitable organizations. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Eunice, and his sister, Margaret. He is survived by his children, JoAnn (Derek GUTHRIE,) Cathy (Pat PATTERSON), Elaine (Austin METZE), Ron (Gail MURPHY), and Ian (Debbie HOWLETT,) his grandchildren Kelly, Christine, Holly, Ryan, Charlie, Fred, Lisa, Chris, Jim, Greg, and Eric, as well as seven great grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all of us. A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 19, 2006, at 4.00 p.m. at Mount Royal Funeral Complex, 1297 Chemin de la Foret, Outremont. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cedars Cancer Research Foundation, or to the charity of your choice.

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METZGER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-01-14 published
SMITH, Esther
Passed away peacefully at University Hospital on Friday, January 13, 2006 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Sylvester SMITH (1949.) Precious mother of Walter and Dorothy SMITH, June and Sonny METZGER, Jack and Shirley SMITH, William and Sandra SMITH, Marion DICK and the late Maurice DICK, the late Joyce SMITH, Wayne SMITH and Joan CAMERON. Predeceased by her sisters Mary STRICKERT, Margaret MURRAY, Katherine CROOKS and grand_son Daniel CAMERON and Ronald CLARKE. Esther will be missed by 23 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive Friends and relatives at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), London, for visitation on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be on Monday, January 16, 2006 at 3 p.m. Officiating the service will be Major Larry BRIDGER of The Salvation Army Hillcrest Community Church. Interment at Parry Sound Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home 452-3770.

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METZGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-01-18 published
DICKEY, Frederick " Fred"
Peacefully at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday February 15, 2006. Fred, beloved husband of Karen. Loving father of Travis and his wife Susy; Jason and his girlfriend Stephanie. Dear grandfather of Diego. Brother of Margaret, William, Roberta, Edna, George, Ronald and predeceased by Mary, Sadie, Ena, Sam, Sid and Shirley. Son-in-law of Edna and the late Garfield METZGER. Brother-in-law of Marlene and Bernice (Walter). Lovingly remebered by his nieces and nephews. The family will receive Friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home 28 Old Kingston Road West Ajax (Pickering village) 905-428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral service in the chapel on Monday February 20, 2006 at 11: 00 a.m. Interment Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Lakeridge Health Whitby Hospital Foundation- Dialysis Unit in memory of Fred would be appreciated by the family. A book of condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca

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